Arts & Entertainment

The 2026 Grammy Awards on Feb. 1 include three K-pop-related nominations, and scholars say the genre's history and global influences have left fans divided over what counts as K-pop.

London’s 2026 Black History Month theme, 'Empowered Voices, Endless Possibilities: 200 Years of Living History,' highlights two centuries of Black presence and a monthlong program of community events across the city.

Comox Valley Search and Rescue and more than 30 volunteers helped 11 people and several animals out of flooded areas after heavy rains; the regional district declared a local state of emergency and some flood warnings were later downgraded while parks remained closed in Courtenay.

Director Sam Raimi says the film's blood and violent imagery symbolize Linda Liddle's rebirth after she and her boss survive a plane crash and become stranded on a desert island.

Catherine O'Hara died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71, and music featured repeatedly across her long career in television and film.

Catherine O'Hara, the Emmy-winning Canadian actor known for Schitt's Creek and Home Alone, died at age 71 at her Los Angeles home after a brief illness, her agency said.

Catherine O'Hara, who died at 71, was a Toronto-born comedian and actor celebrated for her work on SCTV and later screen roles; the article highlights five memorable performances including Beetlejuice, Home Alone, Best in Show and Schitt's Creek.

Catherine O'Hara, 71, died at home on January 30 after an unspecified illness, and colleagues including Michael Keaton, Tim Burton and others have shared tributes.

Catherine O'Hara, the Toronto-born actor known for Schitt's Creek and Home Alone, died at 71 at her Los Angeles home following a brief illness, her agency said.

The 2026 Canadian Screen Awards will be simulcast May 31 on CBC, CTV and Global and live-streamed on CBC Gem, Crave and STACKTV; nominees are scheduled to be announced March 25.

Bug Hall, known for The Little Rascals, has stepped away from public life to live off-grid on an 80-acre Arkansas property with his wife and five children, saying he sold his possessions and seeks a simpler, faith-driven life.

The NFL confirmed Bad Bunny will headline the Super Bowl halftime show on Feb. 8 and has defended the choice amid public criticism from some Trump-administration figures, saying the booking supports the league’s effort to grow its international and Latino audiences.

Sydney Sweeney is set to star alongside Noah Centineo in Legendary's upcoming live-action adaptation of Mobile Suit Gundam, marking the franchise's first live-action film. The article notes comparisons to Pacific Rim and highlights Legendary's experience with large-scale effects from the Monsterverse.

Brock Weston, a Saskatchewan native and medical resident, says the show Heated Rivalry reminded him of coming out to his college hockey teammates, an event he says ended with support from the team; the series has become a popular Crave debut and was renewed for a second season.

Bridgerton Season 4 centers on Benedict Bridgerton and adapts Julia Quinn's third novel; a CBC Commotion panel discussed the season's representation choices and a new servant-focused storyline.

The article reports that Norman Osborn has been alternating as a Spider-Man protagonist and now occupies roughly half of The Amazing Spider-Man issues, and Marvel is launching a five-issue Spider-Versity limited series that will further spotlight Norman.

The French animated film Arco is receiving a North American English-dub release this weekend after festival screenings and an Oscar nomination for Best Animated Feature, and it features voices including Mark Ruffalo, Natalie Portman and Will Ferrell.

Actor John Leguizamo posted on Instagram saying ICE supporters should unfollow him after reports that two civilians were killed by ICE agents, and he is scheduled to appear at a live event at The Public Theater on January 31.

Shirley Raines died on Tuesday, January 27 at her Henderson, Nevada home, and the cause of death has not been revealed; her nonprofit Beauty2thestreetz announced the news on Instagram to more than one million followers.

KPop Demon Hunters received a Best Animated Feature nomination at the 98th Academy Awards, extending Netflix's streak in that category; Netflix reports the film has 325.1 million views.

Kurt Russell had overlapping shoots for Monarch season 2 and The Madison, so Taylor Sheridan and Michelle Pfeiffer worked with Paramount+ to film his season 1 scenes early during season 2 production; The Madison premieres on Paramount+ March 14, 2026.

The Ontario Provincial Police say eight people were arrested on 24 charges after an investigation into alleged bribery during commercial Class A driving exams in Kingston and the Greater Toronto Area. The probe began in January at the request of the Ministry of Transportation and the accused were scheduled to appear in court.

The French animated film Arco splits its story between two futures and follows a child who travels from 2932 to 2075; Natalie Portman, who co-produced and stars in the film, said optimism is 'kind of a lie' while highlighting the film's belief in imagination.

A writer describes artisanal perfume—from Iceland’s Fischersund shop to Toronto perfumer Elizabeth Connors—and notes that some companies market 'functional' fragrances that claim mood effects while peer-reviewed evidence is limited.

Michael J. Fox appears in season 3 of Apple TV's Shrinking alongside Harrison Ford, and his cameo has been highlighted for reinforcing the show's portrayal of Parkinson's Disease.

The article reports that Bruce Springsteen released a single titled "Streets of Minneapolis" and that the song references recent deaths and protests in Minneapolis.

Bruce Springsteen released the song Streets of Minneapolis, which he dedicated to the people of Minneapolis and to victims Alex Pretti and Renee Good; he said he wrote it in response to a second deadly shooting reported to involve federal immigration agents.

Emma Heming Willis told the Conversations with Cam podcast that Bruce Willis was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia in 2023 and that he does not appear to be aware of the diagnosis; she said he still recognizes her and their children.

OpenTable published its Canada's Top 100 Romantic Restaurants list on Jan. 28, 2026 and cites analysis of more than 900,000 diner reviews and other data. New research notes 49% of Canadians plan to dine out for Valentine's Day, while 51% say the day is increasingly about celebrating all relationships.

Drops of God returns for a second season, following half-siblings Camille and Issei as they search for the origin of a storied bottle across vineyards in France, Greece and the Republic of Georgia.