The legendary Florentine Diamond, which belonged to the Habsburgs, was discovered in a Canadian bank vault after more than 100 years of being missing. Empress Zita hid the 137-carat jewel in a safe after the family fled during World War II.
Hollywood star and UN Goodwill Ambassador Angelina Jolie visited Kherson and Mykolaiv. She spoke with medics, volunteers, and families living under the threat of shelling.
Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle will star in the film "Close Personal Friends" after an eight-year hiatus from her acting career. Filming is taking place in Pasadena, Louisiana, with Lily Collins, Brie Larson, and Jack Quaid.
Sebastian Stan, who played Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier in seven Marvel films, said that his time on the set of the superhero film series was crucial for his personal and professional growth. The actor also noted that his Romanian background necessitated a process of adaptation to filmmaking in the United States.
Robert Pattinson spoke about the grueling filming of "Dune 3" in the desert, where the heat was so intense that his brain barely functioned. Actors from previous parts also suffered from heatstroke and dehydration due to the harsh conditions on set.
Actor Jesse Eisenberg admitted that he would donate one of his kidneys to a stranger. The star of "The Social Network" said live on NBC that this is a deliberate decision that should save a life in six weeks.
George Lucas has purchased a luxurious mansion in London for £40 million, making it one of the most expensive deals in the British housing market in 2025. This supports London's elite real estate market, which is experiencing a downturn.
Diane Ladd, a three-time Academy Award nominee, has died at the age of 89 at her home in Ojai, California. Her daughter, Laura Dern, announced the death without specifying a cause.
British actor Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive 2025, an announcement made on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. " Bailey, known for his role in "Bridgerton," as Daily Mail writes, is the first openly gay man to receive this award.
28-year-old Sydney Sweeney attended the NASCAR championship in Phoenix, dressed in a racing jacket, boots, and shorts. This happened a few hours after an argument with her ex-fiancé Jonathan Davino in Los Angeles.
At the LACMA Art+Film Gala in Los Angeles, Demi Moore, Paris Hilton, and Kristen Wiig opted for revealing sheer dresses. The event honored director Ryan Coogler and artist Mary Corse.
North Korean servicemen captured in Ukraine hope for a "normal life" and express a desire to move to South Korea.
Michael Jackson's estate secretly paid $2. 5 million to five plaintiffs who accused the singer of sexual abuse. This payment completed a settlement initiated in 2020 for $16.5 million.
In November 2025, five long-awaited films will be released: science fiction, thrillers, historical drama, and a biographical film. Among the premieres are "Prey: Wild Lands", "Nuremberg", "Now You See Me 3", "The Running Man", and "Queen of the Ring".
For Halloween, we've gathered the most atmospheric cartoons, full of mysteries, humor, and a touch of fear. These stories about family, friendship, and acceptance will help create a festive mood.
On October 31, the world celebrates a number of holidays, including Frankenstein Day in the USA and Great Britain, World Lemur Day, World Savings Day, and International Black Sea Day. Halloween, rooted in the ancient Celts, and Reformation Day in honor of Martin Luther also fall on this day.
Netflix has hired investment bank Moelis & Co to evaluate a potential deal to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery's studio and streaming business. The company is interested in the Harry Potter and DC Comics franchises, but not in Warner Bros. Discovery's cable networks.
Five men have been charged with conspiracy to distribute narcotics resulting in the death of 19-year-old Leandro De Niro-Rodriguez. The grandson of actor Robert De Niro died in July 2023 from a toxic combination of fentanyl, ketamine, and cocaine.
Google's YouTube will use AI to improve the visual clarity of low-resolution videos on TVs, the web, and mobile devices. The upscaling feature will initially apply to videos below 1080p, with an opt-out option for content creators.
Actress Jamie Lee Curtis stated that she was not interested in show business as a child and became an actress by accident. Her career began after meeting talent scouts from Universal Studios.
Pop star Dua Lipa has become the most successful celebrity under 30 in the UK and Ireland, with an estimated fortune of £129 million. The top 30 also includes actors Anya Taylor-Joy and Leo Woodall, singer Holly Humberstone, and modern podcasters.
British actress Prunella Scales, known for her role as Sybil in the sitcom "Fawlty Towers", has died at the age of 93. She lived with dementia and retired after almost 70 years on stage.
Actress Jessica Alba made her couple debut with "Top Gun" star Danny Ramirez in her Instagram post from Australia. The couple has been together since May 2025 and first appeared on the red carpet on October 3, 2025.
Mykhailo Poplavskyi stated that the Ukrainian language is the genetic code of the nation, uniting Ukrainians around the world. A festive and patriotic event "Language - the Code of the Nation" was held at the Kyiv University of Culture, dedicated to the Day of Ukrainian Writing and Language.
On October 28, Wild Food Day, World Judo Day, International Animation Day, and Grandparents' Day are celebrated. Orthodox Christians commemorate the Martyr Paraskeva.
Director and actor Quentin Tarantino will star in Jamie Adams' new film alongside Simon Pegg, Charlotte Gainsbourg, and Sofia Boutella.
The Ukrainian film "Cuba&Alaska" has been recognized as the best documentary at the Rome International Film Festival. This is the first award in a new category launched this year.
"White Lotus" star Sydney Sweeney has changed her image, debuting a new bob haircut at the premiere of the film "Christy," coinciding with rumors of her relationship with Scooter Braun. This transformation comes after the actress's broken engagement to Jonathan Davino.
Swedish actor and musician Björn Andrésen, known for his role in Luchino Visconti's film "Death in Venice," has died at the age of 70. His death was announced by the directors of a documentary about his life.
October 27 marks International Teddy Bear Day and Ukrainian Written Language Day, and also commemorates the Venerable Nestor the Chronicler. World Day for Audiovisual Heritage is also celebrated on this day.
