'Onyx Storm' ending is even more shocking than the 'Iron Flame' cliffhanger (spoilers)
If Rebecca Yarros fans were emotionally torn over the cliffhanger in “Iron Flame,” then they must be spiraling after that “Onyx Storm” ending. The wildly popular romantasy series spent the first two books, “Fourth Wing” and “Iron Flame,” building out the tumultuous world of Navarre and the love story of dragon riders Violet Sorrengail and Xaden Riorson. Their steamy romance and devotion captured the hearts of millions of readers worldwide, so when Xaden channeled magic directly from the source ― a forbidden action that kills the soul ― to save Violet at the end of Book 2, fans were left stunned. Surely Xaden wouldn’t turn evil. There has to be a cure, right?
Rebecca Yarros fans rejoice over 'Onyx Storm,' proving the midnight release party is back
NEW YORK – The city's hottest club is the midnight book release party. In a sea of leather pants, braids and the occasional dragon onesie, “Fourth Wing” fans prepared Monday night like they were heading to Basgiath War College to be among the first to snag a copy of "Onyx Storm" by Rebecca Yarros. Fans who have waited more than a year for Yarros’ latest romantasy novel, the highly anticipated follow-up to "Fourth Wing" and "Iron Flame," spent the final 2 ½-hour countdown spread through the four floors at Barnes & Noble Union Square in New York City, beading dragon-themed friendship bracelets, playing "Empyrean" series trivia and making friends.
Mikey Madison, Zoe Saldaña, Jeremy Strong and others react to Oscar nominations
As Hollywood reels from the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, the industry came together to anoint this year’s crop of Oscar nominees. Coming out on top: the Netflix narco-musical “Emilia Pérez,” closely followed by “Wicked,” the lavish Broadway adaptation, and the post-war epic “The Brutalist.” The 97th Academy Awards, hosted by Conan O’Brien, will air on ABC on March 2, from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Here are reactions from some of the day’s notable nominees:
CNN is announcing layoffs as part of a further shift to digital business
CNN announced a restructuring Thursday that includes some 200 layoffs, an accelerated pivot to digital operations and new TV roles for personalities like Wolf Blitzer, Jake Tapper and Audie Cornish. It’s the boldest revamp yet in the 18-month tenure of CEO Mark Thompson, a former chief executive at The New York Times and BBC called upon by parent company Warner Bros. Discovery to revive the news outlet’s flagging fortunes. The layoffs are concentrated in CNN’s TV business, where ratings have tumbled as consumers cut off cable and seek other news sources. They will eventually be offset by new hires in digital, where Warner Bros. Discovery is making a $70 million investment, CNN said.
Movie Review: Whatever you do this January, don’t book a seat for ‘Flight Risk’
“Flight Risk” sounds like the setup for a joke: What do you get when you put a U.S. Marshal, a fugitive and an unhinged pilot in a small plane? We don’t know but get out your barf bag. Mark Wahlberg,Michelle Dockery and Topher Grace star in this truly forgettable thriller-comedy that earns its debut — or dump — in January among similar cinematic dreck. You’ve heard of slow-motion car crashes? Just substitute a plane. In a sort of Dollar Store “Con Air,” Dockery plays a federal agent transporting Grace’s fugitive-turned-witness to testify against the mob. They need to get to Anchorage quick and enlist the help of a pilot — Wahlberg, a bro’s bro. Of course, not everyone is as they seem. OK, it’s Wahlberg. He’s a nut job.
Prince Andrew’s Royal Lodge ‘in a shocking state’ as disgraced duke maintains garden to pinch pennies: report
Prince Andrew is getting his hands dirty as his Royal Lodge home reportedly continues to crumble. The disgraced Duke of York has been attempting to maintain the 21 acres of garden that surrounds his home, the UK’s Daily Mail reported on Friday. According to reports, the 64-year-old is trying to develop a green thumb in hopes of pinching a few pennies after his brother, King Charles III, paid his rent. "It is in a shocking state," Todd Longstaffe Gowan, the Historic Royal Palaces gardener, told the outlet.
Prince Harry 'chose exile' in California after verbally annihilating family: experts
Prince Harry is said to be lonely five years after moving to California. Several royal experts made the claim, believing that the Duke of Sussex has been feeling isolated across the pond as he continues to try to carve out a relevant role for himself in America. "Harry is in exile – he chose it," royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams claimed to Fox News Digital. "It’s lonely, and he will undoubtedly miss his friends and family. There is no sign whatsoever of the rift in the royal family healing. King Charles and the Prince and Princess of Wales have, to put it mildly, other priorities."
Jewel defends RFK Jr. MAHA ball performance, says Trump administration willing to help on mental health crisis
Jewel is defending herself after fans voiced their disappointment over her decision to perform at the MAHA Inaugural Ball for Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Following her surprise performance of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" for Kennedy and his wife, actress Cheryl Hines, at the ball, many fans took to the comments section of her recent Instagram posts to share that they were upset with her decision to perform at the ball. "Incredibly disappointed. Jewel is MAGA. Unfollow," one fan wrote in the comments section of a post shared by the singer-songwriter on Monday. "You are a huge disappointment. I was a fan for decades but now will never listen to your music again or pay any money to see you perform live," another follower added.
Wheel of Fortune’ contestant knocks Ryan Seacrest to ground during bizarre moment
"Wheel of Fortune" host Ryan Seacrest was tackled to the ground after an overly excited contestant competed on the beloved game show for the grand prize money. A Pittsburgh native named Daniel showed how ecstatic he was, after an intense bonus round during Tuesday night’s episode. The category was "Living Things," and Daniel chose the letters H, G, D and O. After being left with G _ _ _ _ E S, the "Wheel of Fortune" contestant beat the buzzer in what viewers were calling an "insane" moment.
Star-studded 'Children of Blood and Bone' cast revealed: What we know so far
Anticipation is growing for the film adaptation of young adult hit novel "Children of Blood and Bone." The star-studded cast for the Paramount Pictures film has been announced, with Variety revealing Cynthia Erivo, Viola Davis, Idris Elba, Damson Idris and Amandla Stenberg among the cast that also features Thuso Mbedu ("The Woman King") and Tosin Cole ("Supacell," "Doctor Who") in leading roles. Bestselling author Tomi Adeyemi, who is set to serve as screenwriter and producer, also confirmed Regina King may be a part of the cast in a Wednesday Instagram clip, though Variety reports the actress is currently in negotiations. "Woman King" director Gina Prince-Bythewood signed on to direct in 2023, according to Deadline.