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Amazon Secures Global Rights to Emmys in Six-Year Deal, Ending Broadcast Wheel Era
Amazon Prime Video has finalized a six-year agreement to broadcast the Primetime Emmy Awards globally, replacing the 31-year-old rotation among major broadcast networks. The deal, valued at approximately $120 million total, ensures the ceremony remains free to view for Prime subscribers while marking the first time the event moves entirely to a streaming platform.
Stray Kids Join BTS in 2027 Grammy Boycott Over Asian Pop Category
Stray Kids have joined BTS in boycotting the 2027 Grammy Awards, refusing to submit music for consideration in protest of the Recording Academy's new 'Best Asian Pop Music Performance' category. While the Academy confirmed the category will proceed, citing broad industry support, major K-pop acts argue it segregates artists by region and language, excluding groups whose recent work is primarily in English.
The Fresh Market tops 2026 USA Today grocery rankings
The Fresh Market has been named the best grocery store in the United States by USA Today readers. The chain, based in Greensboro, North Carolina, also won top spots in produce, deli, prepared foods, and bakery categories. CEO Brian Johnson credited the win to fresh ingredients, in-store butchers, and a strong team. The company operates over 170 locations across 22 states and recently added five new stores.
The Fresh Market Tops USA Today 10Best Grocery Rankings
The Fresh Market has been named the best grocery store in the United States by USA Today readers, securing first place in the overall category and four sub-categories. CEO Brian Johnson attributes the win to fresh, high-quality ingredients and a personalized shopping experience. The chain, which operates over 170 locations across 22 states, recently added five new stores and plans further expansion. Competitors like Publix, Kroger, and ALDI also ranked highly, with voters citing specific strengths for each.
Focus Features Files Horror Hit 'Obsession' as Comedy for Golden Globes
Focus Features has submitted the horror film 'Obsession' for the Golden Globes musical or comedy categories, a move that defies expectations given the film's violent plot. The $750,000 production has grossed over $500 million worldwide, catapulting star Inde Navarrette to A-list status. This strategic decision aims to position Navarrette for acting awards while avoiding the crowded drama category, though it places her in direct competition with Julianne Moore. Official nominations for the 84th Golden Globes are scheduled for December 7, 2026.
Focus Features Files 'Obsession' as Comedy, Igniting Golden Globes Debate
Focus Features has submitted the horror hit 'Obsession' for the Golden Globes musical/comedy categories, defying expectations that it would be entered as a drama. The $750,000 film, which grossed over $500 million, is now set to compete against titles like 'The Debut' and 'Wild Horse Nine.'
Behind the Scenes: The 2026 VMAs' Unseen Moments and Record-Breaking Wins
The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards saw Madonna and Taylor Swift dominate the night, with Madonna winning seven awards and Swift taking home Video of the Year and a new honor. Behind-the-scenes moments included Swift's busy schedule, Madonna's photo ops, and pre-taped performances by Bruno Mars and Kacey Musgraves.
Madonna and Taylor Swift Split 2026 VMAs Glory
The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on September 27, were dominated by Madonna and Taylor Swift. Madonna secured seven total awards, including Artist of the Year, while Swift won Video of the Year and received the inaugural Artist Director Honors. Snoop Dogg hosted the ceremony, which featured a Nirvana Vanguard tribute and performances by Sabrina Carpenter and Lisa.
Swift Returns to VMAs in Couture, Claims Historic Director Honor
Taylor Swift returned to the MTV Video Music Awards red carpet in Los Angeles on Sept. 27, wearing a black-and-silver Tamara Ralph couture gown. She received the inaugural Artist Director Honors and won Video of the Year, adding to her record 30 Moon Person awards.
Madonna and Swift Dominate 2026 VMAs as Snoop Dogg Hosts in LA
The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards took place on September 27 in Los Angeles, hosted by Snoop Dogg. Madonna won Artist of the Year and Best Dance, while Taylor Swift took Video of the Year. The ceremony featured a new Artist Director Honors award for Swift and a Video Vanguard Award for Nirvana.
2026 VMAs Set for Record-Breaking Night as Taylor Swift and Madonna Lead Nominations
The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards will take place on September 27 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, featuring a historic lineup led by Madonna and Taylor Swift. Madonna holds the most nominations with 11 and will open the ceremony, while Taylor Swift follows with nine nominations. Swift is set to receive the inaugural Artist Director Honors award, bringing her total VMA count to 31 and surpassing Beyoncé. The event is framed by a retrospective of past shocking moments, including Kanye West’s 2009 interruption of Swift and Madonna’s 2003 kiss with Britney Spears. E! Online notes that while the show is known for unpredictability, this year’s ceremony focuses on honoring legacy and visual storytelling contributions.
Shark Nebula Crowned Overall Winner at Space Photography Awards
Ali Alobaidly’s The Quiet Predator, a striking image of the Shark Nebula, won the overall prize at the Royal Observatory Greenwich’s Astronomy Photographer of the Year, part of a competition that drew nearly 4,000 entries and crowned winners across eight categories plus two special prizes; the best images—ranging from the Sun’s chromosphere and a Venus occultation to the Crab Nebula and the Northern Lights over a church—will be exhibited at the National Maritime Museum.
Taylor Swift Named MTV's First-Ever Artist Director Honoree at 2026 VMAs
Taylor Swift will receive the inaugural MTV VMAs Artist Director Honors at the Sept. 27, 2026 ceremony in Los Angeles, recognizing artists whose work behind the camera advances music videos and visual storytelling. Swift becomes the most decorated VMA artist, surpassing Beyoncé, with nine nominations this year, and her directing credits include projects like 'The Fate of Ophelia,' 'Opalite,' 'The Man,' 'Anti-Hero' and more. Snoop Dogg will host the show, which airs on CBS/MTV/Paramount+.
Kuwaiti Photographer Wins Astronomy Photographer of the Year with Shark Nebula Image
Ali Alobaidly won the 18th ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year with 'The Quiet Predator,' a striking image of the Shark Nebula that earned £10,000. The same photo also claimed the Stars and Nebulae category. Fifteen-year-old Nikolaos Strimpoulis won the ZWO Young Astronomy Photographer of the Year with 'Mineral Moon.' All category winners will be exhibited at the National Maritime Museum in London starting Sept 18, 2026.