The Pantone Color Institute has chosen PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer as the color of 2026, calling it a "billowing white, filled with serenity. " This is the first time a shade of white has been chosen in the 26-year history of Pantone's Color of the Year program.
Google presented the most popular queries of Ukrainians in 2025. "Power outage schedule" became the leader, and "The Gorge" among films.
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth named Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, and Volodymyr Zelenskyy as his dream dinner guests. He also shared his thoughts on a possible menu.
The Oxford Dictionary has chosen "rage bait" as its word of 2025. This definition refers to online content created to provoke anger and increase traffic.
Singer Alyosha and the leader of the band "Antytila" Taras Topolia announced their divorce after 12 years of marriage, as Alyosha wrote on Instagram on December 1. The couple has agreed on the upbringing of their three children and financial matters, and will not provide further comments.
Winter 2025-2026 will bring five anticipated movie premieres, including sequels to "Five Nights at Freddy's" and "Avatar," as well as new thrillers "The Handmaid," "Object X," and "Scream 7. " These films promise exciting plots and the return of beloved characters.
Fighters of the Special Purpose Police Regiment in the Kupyansk direction rescued an owl that got entangled in an anti-drone net. The police carefully freed the bird and released it into the wild.
Streaming service Netflix experienced an outage during the premiere of the first four episodes of the final season of "Stranger Things" on November 26. Although Netflix increased bandwidth, some users encountered streaming issues on TV devices, which were resolved within five minutes.
This week, Disneyland Paris unveiled a new generation Olaf robot. This was an ambitious technological breakthrough for Disney Imagineering, combining robotics, artificial intelligence, and modeling with Disney traditions.
Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, allegedly took a green Galvan "Ushuaia" dress worth $1,695 after a Variety cover shoot in 2022. The controversy erupted after the dress was spotted in the trailer for her new show, with sources offering differing accounts of events.
German actor Udo Kier, known for his collaborations with Andy Warhol, Lars von Trier, and Madonna, has died at the age of 81. He starred in over 200 films, including lead roles in Warhol's "Flesh for Frankenstein" and "Blood for Dracula."
The film "Wicked: For Good" has grossed $150 million in North America and $76 million internationally, reaching a total worldwide box office of $226 million. This is a significant success for Universal, which divided the popular show into two parts, each becoming a blockbuster.
Singer Demi Lovato posted a video of herself dancing on a yacht in a black and white bikini, announcing a new version of the song It's Not That Deep. She also spoke about healing while working on the documentary "Child Star" and activism for child protection in the entertainment industry.
Usha Vance, wife of US Vice President J. D. Vance, was photographed without her wedding ring during a visit to Camp Lejeune military base and earlier at Walter Reed Medical Center. This occurred amid discussions of her possible conversion from Hinduism to Christianity and photos of Vance with another woman.
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy will publish the book "Prisoner's Diary" about his 20-day imprisonment in La Santé. He describes the conditions of his incarceration, the constant noise, and his stay in a nine-square-meter solitary cell.
A selection of films about winter adventures that combine intense journeys and the struggle against the elements. These stories are characterized by atmosphere, extreme conditions, and icy challenges.
Rumer Willis spoke about her father, Bruce Willis's, struggle with dementia. She said that the actor doesn't always recognize her, but he feels her love.
Fatima Bosch from Mexico became the new "Miss Universe" in Thailand, concluding a season of beauty pageants marked by scandals. Previously, a participant left the event due to an insult, and two judges resigned, accusing the organizers of rigging.
Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle graced the cover of Harper's Bazaar's December 2025/January 2026 issue, where she shared her thoughts on parenting, her relationship with Prince Harry, and her career. She spoke about her viral moment at Paris Fashion Week and the importance of authenticity.
The golden toilet "America" by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan was sold at a Sotheby's auction in New York for $12 million to an unknown buyer. The 18-karat gold art object, which functions as a regular toilet, satirizes excessive American wealth.
Cristiano Ronaldo attended a dinner at the White House with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, where Donald Trump mentioned the footballer's meeting with his son Barron. Ronaldo arrived in Washington with his fiancée and took selfies with Elon Musk and other influential figures.
Eminem's lawyers have accused the owners of Sydney-based brand Swim Shady of alleged trademark infringement. The rapper's lawyers claim that the Sydney brand creates a "false association" with Slim Shady – the musician's alter ego.
Ukrainian comedian Andriy Rybak found his photo on the cover of a BDSM book on Amazon, which was taken from a stock resource without his consent. He contacted the platform's support with a demand for compensation for the use of the image.
The word of 2025 according to Cambridge Dictionary became "parasocial", which describes a person's connection with a famous person they don't know. The term, which originated in 1956, gained popularity thanks to social networks and AI.
The Royal Mint of Great Britain has unveiled a new coin featuring Freddie Mercury as part of its "Music Legends" series. The coin commemorates the 40th anniversary of Freddie Mercury's performance at the Live Aid charity concert, and its value ranges from £18.50 to £9,350.
Queen guitarist Brian May said that a mild stroke was an important warning for him. The musician shared details of his condition during an appearance on Alan Titchmarsh's show.
Lionsgate's "Now You See Me 3" grossed $75. 5 million globally, taking the top spot. Meanwhile, Paramount's "The Running Man" flopped, earning only $11.2 million against a budget of $110 million.
Actor Tom Cruise received an honorary Oscar at the Governors Awards ceremony in Los Angeles. This is his first award after four nominations.
Legendary cat-blogger Stepan celebrated his 17th birthday, as announced on Instagram, inviting subscribers to congratulate him. His wife Stefania gave him hugs and a good mood, and Stepan himself showed off a festive cake.
Actress Michelle Yeoh, Oscar winner for her role in "Everything Everywhere All at Once," will receive the Honorary Golden Bear at the Berlinale. The award ceremony will take place on February 12 at the opening of the film festival.
