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• Russian Court Sets Brittney Griner Appeal Date for Oct. 25
  
   A Russian court on Monday set Oct. 25 as the date for American basketball star Brittney Griner’s appeal against her nine-year prison sentence for drug possession
• Apple to Release 'Emancipation,' Starring Will Smith
  
  After holding it in limbo following Will Smith's slap of Chris Rock at the Academy Awards in March, Apple will release the actor's next big project, "Emancipation," this December.
• Billy Eichner Blames 'Homophobic Weirdos' for LGBTQ Movie Box Office Bomb
  
  Billy Eichner's LGBTQ romantic comedy, "Bros," completely bombed at the box office and the actor is blaming homophobia across the country.
• Kanye West Makes Runway Debut as Model
  
  Rapper Kanye West made his runway debut as a model at this year's Paris fashion week over the weekend.
• Terry Bradshaw Reveals Cancer Diagnosis
  
  Pro Football Hall of Famer Terry Bradshaw revealed that he's been battling bladder and skin cancer over the past year. 
• Ringo Starr Cancels Concert Due to Illness
  
  Ringo Starr was forced to postpone a concert Sunday due to illness. 
• Andrew Lloyd Webber to Transfer His 'Cinderella' to Broadway
  
  Andrew Lloyd Webber is saying goodbye to his last remaining show on Broadway and welcoming another. The musical theater icon announced Monday that his retooled version of "Cinderella" will land in New York at the Imperial Theatre in February with new songs, a new leading...
• Sacheen Littlefeather, Actor Who Declined Brando Oscar, Dies
  
  Sacheen Littlefeather, the actor and activist who declined Marlon Brando's 1973 Academy Award for "The Godfather" on his behalf in an indelible protest of how Native Americans had been portrayed on screen, has died. She was 75. Littlefeather's niece, Calina Lawrence,...
• Apple Music Crosses 100M Song Barrier
  
  Apple Music is about to cross a huge milestone, offering its eye-and-ear-popping 100 millionth song on the streaming service.The music giant tells The Associated Press that internal data indicates Apple Music will reach the heady mark on Monday.
• SEC Charges Kim Kardashian $1 Million Fine for Touting Crypto
  
  The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission charged reality television star Kim Kardashian Monday for unlawfully touting the crypto security EthereumMax, the agency said in a statement.
• Ex-NFL Player Gavin Escobar Dies While Rock Climbing
  
  Former Dallas Cowboys tight end Gavin Escobar and a woman died while rock climbing on Wednesday.
• 'Chicago Med' Star Marlyne Barrett Reveals Cancer Diagnosis
  
  "Chicago Med" star actor Marlyne Barrett said she has cancer.
• 'Jurassic World' Director: Series Should've 'Probably' Ended After Spielberg's Original
  
  "Jurassic World Dominion" recently became the third consecutive film in the franchise to hit the $1 billion mark at the worldwide box office, proving that moviegoers can't get enough of the "Jurassic" movies. 
• Trevor Noah to Exit 'The Daily Show' After 7 Years
  
  Trevor Noah said he is exiting "The Daily Show" after seven years as host.
• Zelenskyy Enlists Mark Hamill to Bring New Hope to Ukrainian Cause
  
  Mark Hamill, the actor known for playing Luke Skywalker in the "Star Wars" franchise, has been enlisted to serve as ambassador for a Ukrainian government fundraising project.
• Jordan Peterson Emotionally Responds to Olivia Wilde Calling Him 'Insane'
  
  Dr. Jordan Peterson tearfully responded to comments filmmaker Olivia Wilde made about him being an "insane man."
• 'Heartland' Actor Robert Cormier Dead at 33 From Injuries Sustained in a Fall
  
  "Heartland" star Robert Cormier died at age 33 from injuries suffered in a fall, his sister Stephanie told The Hollywood Reporter.
• 'Stranger Things' Star Caleb McLaughlin Speaks About Racism From Fans
  
  "Stranger Things" star Caleb McLaughlin is opening up about the racism he faced when the series first premiered, saying that it took a toll on him "as a younger kid."
• Miffed Fan Misses Judge's $2 Million Ball, Hurls Glove
  
  As New York Yankees star Aaron Judge hit his 61st home run of the season Wednesday, a fan was devastated when he missed catching the baseball by inches. 
• Shania Twain: Dinner With Oprah 'Went Sour' When Religion Broached
  
  In the 1990s, Shania Twain was at a dinner party with Oprah Winfrey, but things quickly turned awkward when the topic of religion came up.
• 'Gangsta's Paradise' Rapper Coolio Dies at Age 59
  
  Coolio, the rapper who was among hip-hop's biggest names of the 1990s with hits including "Gangsta's Paradise" and "Fantastic Voyage," died Wednesday at age 59, his manager said.
• Yankees Star Judge Hits 61st Home Run, Ties Maris' AL Record
  
  Aaron Judge had gone seven games since his last home run, 34 plate appearances of fans quieting to a hush and snapping photos with every pitch.
• Jeff Bezos' Ex, MacKenzie Scott, Files for 2nd Divorce
  
  Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, wife of Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos for 25 years, has filed for divorce from former science teacher Dan Jewett.
• Alec Baldwin Shares Cryptic Note After Possible Charges Over Shooting
  
  Actor Alec Baldwin shared a cryptic life update on Instagram, writing that there were "lots of changes coming. But my family has kept me alive."
• 'Game of Thrones' Star Maisie Williams: I Had a Traumatic Relationship With My Dad
  
  Maisie Williams is sharing details of her "traumatic" childhood, which is closely linked to her father's behavior.

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