Nile Rodgers on Meeting David Bowie, Walking Out on Madonna, and More

Nile Rodgers on Meeting David Bowie, Walking Out on Madonna, and More

With a track record that includes David Bowie, Madonna, Daft Punk, Diana Ross and many others, Nile Rodgers, co-founder and leader of Chic, is one of the greatest producers and guitarists of the last 50 years, and a legendary songwriter as well — he’s not only a member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, he’s … Read more

Marketing and Ad Execs Join Variety x Canva Cannes Lions Studio Day 1

Marketing and Ad Execs Join Variety x Canva Cannes Lions Studio Day 1

Amid the blazing soleil of the French Riviera, senior marketing and advertising executives from major brands — including Netflix, Unilever, Lego and Electronic Arts — joined Variety in the C-Suite in collaboration with Canva at Cannes Lions to discuss industry trends and how they’re evolving their strategies to reach consumers across the globe. Day 1 … Read more

‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ Stage Show Sets Across 2027 Tour

‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ Stage Show Sets Across 2027 Tour

The “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” are headed to the stage. Paramount Products & Experiences and Maximum Entertainment are partnering to create “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Live on Stage!,” a new live theatrical event launching in the fall of 2027 in celebration of the original animated series’ 40th anniversary. The new production will follow Leonardo, Raphael, … Read more

The Samsung 990 Pro SSD Is on Sale for the Lowest Price You’re Likely to See This Year.

The Samsung 990 Pro SSD Is on Sale for the Lowest Price You’re Likely to See This Year.

Hard drives, RAM, and SD cards have skyrocketed in price over the last six months as memory-hungry AI data centers consume even more silicon wafers in pursuit of a workable business model. As with most rug pulls, consumers like you and I are left holding the bag (in more ways than one), which so far … Read more

Senate’s historic war powers vote underscores Trump’s loosening grip over Capitol Hill

Senate’s historic war powers vote underscores Trump’s loosening grip over Capitol Hill

Three weeks ago, the U.S. House took a step that hardly seemed possible: The Republican-led chamber adopted a war powers resolution, reasserting Congress’ authority over the war. The 215-208 vote featured four GOP members joining all Democrats in support of the measure. The vote was a stinging setback for Donald Trump, who condemned the developments … Read more

Best Prime Day Apple Deals 2026: iPad, Apple Watch, Airpods and More

Best Prime Day Apple Deals 2026: iPad, Apple Watch, Airpods and More

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Apple deals are always among the most sought-after discounts during Prime Day — largely because they don’t happen that often. Unlike many tech brands that regularly slash prices on their own sites, Apple rarely … Read more

‘Adventure Time: Bubblegum and Marceline’ Gets HBO Max Order

‘Adventure Time: Bubblegum and Marceline’ Gets HBO Max Order

In some of the biggest news to come out of Annecy this year, “Adventure Time” has a new spinoff: animated series “Adventure Time: Bubblegum and Marceline” which, in another Annecy announcement, has been given a 10-episode straight to series order from HBO Max.  The new “Adventure Time” spinoff is being produced in partnership with Cartoon … Read more

Ludovic Attal Has Been Appointed President of Sipur Studios

Ludovic Attal Has Been Appointed President of Sipur Studios

Shari Redstone’s production outfit Sipur has appointed former Amazon MGM Studios executive Ludovic Attal as president. Attal, who will work alongside Sipur co-founders Emilio Schenker and Gideon Tadmor, is the latest senior hire since the appointment of Legendary Entertainment’s Deborah Kaufmann as chief of global content in February. “Bad Boy” producer Sipur has been embarking … Read more