DC Studios is developing another project centered on one of Batman’s most recognizable villains, while the mainline DCU still awaits a proper introduction to the Dark Knight.
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Teen Files $20 Million CBS News Lawsuit Over Retracted Reflecting Pool Report
A 15-year-old from Maryland says a single piece of news footage turned him into a national suspect, and now he wants more than $20 million for it. His lawsuit against CBS News, filed in federal court in Washington, D.C., claims the network wrongly tied him to the...
Josh Brolin Explains Why He Turned Down Hal Jordan Role in Lanterns
Josh Brolin says his attachment to Outer Range may have influenced his decision to turn down Hal Jordan in HBO’s Lanterns.
The Simpsons Brings Back Apu With Indian Voice Actor
Apu Nahasapeemapetilon is speaking again on The Simpsons, nearly a decade after controversy pushed one of Springfield’s most recognizable residents into the background.
CBS Calls Report That Lesley Stahl Nearly Quit 60 Minutes “Ludicrous”
CBS News is pushing back hard on a report that Lesley Stahl came close to leaving 60 Minutes after a reported clash over one of her stories. A spokesperson for the newsmagazine called it "a ludicrous, twisted narrative" and said the piece in question actually got...
Fox Roku Merger Clears Shareholder Votes as DOJ Review Continues
The Fox Roku merger has its shareholders on board. Investors in both companies approved Fox's $22 billion acquisition of Roku at separate special meetings on October 14, 2026, but the deal still has to get past the Justice Department before it can close. The Fox vote...
‘VisionQuest’ Actor Celebrates Bisexual Representation as Marvel Returns to Familiar Messaging — ‘I Feel So Seen’
Marvel Studios had finally found something to celebrate with VisionQuest, a Disney+ series that has generated a more encouraging response from some viewers than many of the studio's recent television projects. However, just as audiences began discussing the show's...
Stephen Crowder Suing CNN Over Change My Mind Segment
Steven Crowder says he is suing CNN after the network used “Change My Mind” for a segment featuring Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico.
Chick-fil-A CEO Questioned on Company’s Pride Stance
Chick-fil-A CEO Andrew Cathy’s appearance on NBC’s Today began as a friendly look at the family business behind America’s famous chicken sandwiches. Roughly two minutes later, the conversation took a sharp turn toward one of the company’s most divisive controversies.
Avatar Creators Claim ‘Misogyny’ and ‘Homophobia’ is Cause of Fan Criticism for ‘The Legend of Korra’
The creators of Avatar: The Last Airbender are defending one of their franchise's most divisive characters, but their latest explanation for why audiences dislike The Legend of Korra is raising questions about whether legitimate criticism of storytelling is being...
Lanterns Season 2 Update Expected Before Year’s End
DC Studios co-chief Peter Safran says fans should hear news about a potential Lanterns Season 2 before the end of 2026. However, HBO has not officially renewed the controversial Green Lantern adaptation.
Netflix Slashes 1,000 Jobs — Hollywood’s Streaming Layoff Crisis Deepens as YouTube Rises
Netflix has announced another major round of layoffs, eliminating approximately 1,000 positions as the streaming giant faces slowing audience growth, increasing competition, and mounting pressure to improve its financial performance. The reductions, announced...
BBC Set to Create Docuseries on J.K. Rowling — Is This a Hit Piece?
The BBC has announced a new documentary series examining the life and career of Harry Potter creator J.K. Rowling. However, the broadcaster’s emphasis on her controversial public positions raises questions about whether the production will celebrate her accomplishments or focus primarily on the disagreements surrounding her.