Movies

Detective shows are consistently popular on Netflix, and the streaming service’s latest offering is no exception. All eight episodes of the new 2026 series were released at once, adding to Netflix’s collection of captivating binge-worthy content. Released in the same month as the return of the acclaimed thriller The Chestnut Man after a five-year break, this new series is a fitting successor. Similar to The Chestnut Man, the show is gripping and dramatic, quickly becoming a hit on Netflix charts around the world.

While popular anime like Demon Slayer, Jujutsu Kaisen, and Chainsaw Man have been incredibly successful, Solo Leveling has made a bigger, faster impact than any other series released in the last two years. Its main character, Sung Jinwoo, is quickly becoming a major figure in the anime world, though not everyone is thrilled about its success. A year after Season 2 of Solo Leveling became a massive hit and broke viewing records on Crunchyroll, the anime remains surprisingly divisive – and its rapid rise to fame likely contributes to that mixed reaction.

Ana de Armas started her acting career in Cuba and Spain before relocating to Los Angeles. She had early roles in films like Knock Knock and War Dogs, and gained international recognition with her performance in Blade Runner 2049. She further established herself with notable appearances in Knives Out and as a Bond girl in No Time To Die.

Billy Corgan’s band is launching a tour called The Rats in a Cage Tour starting September 30th in Columbus, Ohio. They’ll also be performing at Lollapalooza in Chicago on July 31st.

BEAMS T recently launched a JENNIE photo T-shirt that feels more like a fashion item than typical merchandise. The shirt features a black and white photo of the BLACKPINK member, paired with a classic ‘Jennie’ font, creating a stylish look that blends fashion and streetwear.

Nike is re-releasing the classic Moon Shoe OG in a new color combination of malachite, soft pearl, and gum light brown. It’s expected to retail for $105, and this launch continues Nike’s commitment to keeping its original and most iconic shoe models available.

Rebecca Yarros’s Empyrean series is a major hit in the fantasy book world. The first book, Fourth Wing, came out in 2023 and quickly became incredibly popular, largely due to its success on TikTok’s book community, BookTok. A television adaptation, produced by Michael B. Jordan’s Outlier Society, is planned for May 2026.

Cody Johnson received the award, and while he’s a talented artist, Lainey Wilson truly deserved it, having had a much stronger year. It’s baffling how she wasn’t even nominated for the top prize.

Courtney Kemp developed and produced the popular crime drama Power alongside Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson. The series centers on a powerful drug dealer and nightclub owner trying to go straight and build a legitimate business. Power first aired on Starz in June 2014, starting with eight episodes, and ran for six seasons, concluding in February 2020 after a total of 63 episodes.

The Mandalorian continues to be a groundbreaking series (with a movie on the way) that creatively reimagines the sci-fi genre, benefiting both the Star Wars universe and the show itself. It explores familiar themes of survival and resilience, similar to Battlestar Galactica, but with a fresh approach that makes it unique and compelling.