Entertainment

Guy Pearce 'sobbed' after Kevin Spacey 'targeted' him during 'L.A. Confidential' filming

Feb. 19, 2025

Guy Pearce remembers his "L.A. Confidential" co-star Kevin Spacey being "charming" as much as he was "aggressive." "The Brutalist" actor, speaking with The Hollywood Reporter's "Awards Chatter" podcast, said the "House of Cards" star allegedly made advances toward him while filming the 1997 drama, saying he "had a couple of confrontations with Kevin" that "got ugly." Pearce said he initially brushed it off.

Entertainment

What time does 'Reacher' Season 3 come out? Premiere date, cast, where to watch

Feb. 19, 2025

Jack Reacher is ready to solve his next mystery – and get in a fight or two – when one of Prime Video's most popular series returns to streaming this week. "Reacher," which has already been renewed for a fourth season, follows the title character, a veteran military police investigator portrayed by Alan Ritchson, as he investigates a series of crimes and conspiracies. Each season of the series based on author Lee Child’s "Jack Reacher" books has been based on a different title in the best-selling series. The first two seasons were based on the first "Reacher" novel, "Killing Floor," and the 11th book in the series, "Bad Luck and Trouble," respectively.

International News

Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro charged in connection with alleged coup plot

Feb. 19, 2025

Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro has been charged in connection with an alleged coup plot to overturn the results of the 2022 election and keep his opponent from taking power, according to documents filed by prosecutors Tuesday evening. Bolsonaro was among 34 people facing charges including those of armed criminal organization, attempted violent abolition of the democratic rule of law, coup d’état, and damage qualified by violence. Prosecutors allege that the plot began in 2021, with an effort to undermine public trust in electronic voting machines.

Entertainment

Host Kristen Bell wanted SAG Awards canceled after LA fires: She had a change of heart

Feb. 19, 2025

After January's devastating wildfires ravaged Los Angeles, killing 29 people while destroying thousands of buildings and homes, "Nobody Wants This" actress Kristen Bell thought glamorous Hollywood awards shows should be canceled. A longtime Angeleno, Bell was a consequential voice on the matter after being announced in December as host of the 31st annual Screen Actors Guild Awards. "I was one of those people," Bell, 44, tells USA TODAY. "I thought they all should be canceled and the money should go to the fire victims."

International News

US calls out ‘dangerous’ Chinese helicopter maneuvers as tensions rise over South China Sea

Feb. 19, 2025

A Chinese military helicopter flew within 10 feet (3 meters) of a Philippine patrol plane over the South China Sea on Tuesday, in what observers said was the second incident of potentially catastrophic behavior by the People’s Liberation Army against foreign aircraft in a week. Tuesday’s incident was witnessed by an Associated Press reporter aboard the single-engine Cessna Caravan plane operated by the Philippine Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources as it patrolled near Scarborough Shoal, an uninhabited rock about 140 miles (222 kilometers) west of the main Philippine island of Luzon.

Business

Brazil gets greenlight to join OPEC+ months ahead of hosting UN’s annual climate summit

Feb. 19, 2025

Brazil’s government on Tuesday gave the nation the OK to join the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC+), highlighting the South American country’s growing status as a major oil exporter. The decision, approved by the National Energy Council, comes nine months ahead of the United Nations' 30th annual Climate Change Conference, or COP30, which will convene in Belém, Brazil. OPEC+ officially invited Brazil to join the organization in late 2023. Leaders from Saudi Arabia, OPEC+’s largest producer, met with Brazilian officials throughout 2024, culminating in Tuesday’s announcement.

Entertainment

President Trump, Elon Musk sit down for interview with Sean Hannity: Here's how to watch

Feb. 19, 2025

President Donald Trump and Elon Musk are set to appear in an interview with Fox News host Sean Hannity on Tuesday night. The pre-taped interview, which is set to air on Tuesday night's episode of “Hannity,” will focus on the first 100 days of the Trump administration as well as Musk’s role with the Department of Government Efficiency, according to a press release from Fox News.

Sports

Noah Lyles says race with NFL star Tyreek Hill will help 'keep track relevant'

Feb. 19, 2025

A little more than six months removed from winning an Olympic gold medal in the men’s 100 meter and claiming the title of "fastest man alive," American sprinter Noah Lyles is welcoming a new challenge this year: racing Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill. After trading barbs and trash talk for months, Lyles and Hill announced their intention to run against each other for real earlier this month. And Lyles is taking the opportunity seriously.

Sports

Seven Chileans charged in star-athlete burglary spree targeting Travis Kelce, Patrick Mahomes

Feb. 19, 2025

Seven men have been charged in connection with a nationwide spree of burglaries that victimized high-profile athletes, including Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes, federal officials said Tuesday. The charge of conspiracy to commit interstate transportation of stolen property for each of the seven is in a criminal complaint filed Jan. 30 but announced by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Florida on Tuesday.

Sports

Mac McClung makes Slam Dunk contest history during All-Star weekend

Feb. 19, 2025

It was another action packed Saturday night of the NBA All-Star weekend with history being made, a slam dunk masterclass, and a controversial disqualification all taking place in San Francisco. Osceola Magic guard Mac McClung made All-Star history by becoming the first person to win the Slam Dunk contest three years in a row. Not only did McClung secure the win but he won the contest with a perfect score, receiving maximum 50 points in each round on a night of flawless dunking.