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The Deadpool & Wolverine movie, directed by Shawn Levy, was intended to smash records and it’s living up to that expectation. Not only that, but it has also joined an exclusive Marvel Cinematic Universe roster. Remarkably, this film has surpassed Todd Phillips’ Joker as the highest-grossing R-rated movie ever, just a month after its release. However, it seems the enthusiastic fan celebration of Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman’s film shows no signs of slowing down.

Remembrances are flooding in following the passing of Phil Donahue at age 88 on August 18th. In a statement to People, Marlo Thomas, Donahue’s wife for 44 years, confirmed that he passed away with his sister, children, grandchildren, cherished pet Charlie, and of course, Marlo by his side.

Chappell Roan (also known as Kayleigh Rose Amstutz) is currently overjoyed by her recent music success. Yet, in a recent interview with Bowen Yang of Saturday Night Live, she expressed that despite her rising fame and becoming a common name, she pays little attention to chart rankings or radio play.

In September of 2024, Disney+ subscribers can look forward to a wealth of fresh original content. This includes an innovative documentary series by LEGO, a never-before-seen series from Marvel Studios, and numerous new additions from Hulu. The Disney Company has unveiled the Disney Plus release schedule for September 2024, which includes not only new Originals but also movies and TV shows as well. The Disney+ streaming platform hosts an array of films and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and beyond, with exclusive Disney+ Originals added to the mix.

In a refreshing development for Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) enthusiasts, Shang-Chi, an previously overshadowed hero, is set to reappear in the MCU following his 2021 debut in “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.” Although the film received favorable reviews, its release during the COVID-19 pandemic restricted its box office success. Nonetheless, fans feared that Shang-Chi’s moment in the spotlight had vanished forever. However, actor Simu Liu has brought some encouraging news to the table. Fans had been anxious about the sequel’s future as Marvel had not disclosed any information regarding the timeline for the follow up film, despite the initial movie’s success.

It’s been officially announced that Dandadan, an upcoming anime series, will air soon. Originally known as Twitter, X has also confirmed this news. This manga-based series is the creation of Yukinobu Tatsu, a Japanese artist and writer. Once released, you can stream it on Netflix and Crunchyroll. The anime adaptation will be handled by Studio Science Saru.

In a recent development, the trailer for the upcoming movie “My Hero Academia: You’re Next” has been released, featuring the closing theme song ‘Gift’ by Vaundy. This is the fourth film in the series and it premiered in Japan on August 2, 2024. The film has been a massive success, ranking as the tenth highest-grossing movie of 2024 in Japan, earning over $16.25 million and selling more than 1.65 million tickets.

One Piece has wrapped up the Egghead storyline, signaling the entrance of Elbaf in the narrative as Luffy and his crew carry on their voyage. The series has been brimming with turmoil as the crew confronts immortal forces from the Five Elders to flee Dr. Vegapunk’s future island research facility. This ushers in Eiichiro Oda’s Final Act, as the Straw Hats set sail for their next destination.

Avicii, a renowned disc jockey from Sweden, tragically passed away in 2018. Six years later, an auction is planned in his honor, with proceeds going to support the causes he passionately advocated for.