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• Scary Movie 6 has achieved a franchise-record opening weekend, collecting $56 million at the box office. • The film's strong debut highlights a significant commercial success for the horror-comedy series as of June 7, 2026.

• Actor Sean Penn skipped the 2026 Oscars ceremony, opting not to attend in person to accept his Best Supporting Actor trophy. • Penn has previously criticized the Academy Awards, claiming in 2024 that the event functions more as a "television show" than an artistic celebration and limits diverse cultural expressions.

• BBC presenter and Newsnight host Victoria Derbyshire has been cleared of bullying allegations following an internal investigation. • Derbyshire denied the claims, which surfaced during a period of heightened scrutiny regarding the broadcaster's internal conduct.

• Former England football manager Gareth Southgate appears in a new BBC documentary exploring the "manosphere" and the struggles young men faced following the pandemic. • Southgate explicitly refuses to mention Andrew Tate by name during the film to avoid providing the controversial figure with further publicity or a platform.

• The 70th Eurovision Song Contest has achieved significant success, particularly among younger audiences, as it celebrates seven decades of the event. • The group Bangaranga dominated the charts following the competition, reaching Number 1 on Spotify Daily Charts in 11 countries, including Germany, Sweden, and Ukraine.

• Welsh singer Duffy has announced her first live performance in over 15 years, marking her return to the public eye. • The singer previously stepped away from her career and public life following a sexual assault.

• Netflix executive Larry Tanz has issued a warning against the implementation of stricter content regulations across Europe. • Tanz argues that increased regulatory oversight could stifle creative freedom and discourage significant financial investments in the region.

• British actor Anthony Head, known for his roles in *Buffy the Vampire Slayer* and *Ted Lasso*, has died at the age of 72. • The actor passed away due to complications resulting from pneumonia.

• K-pop group RESCENE, debuting under a small agency in 2024, is gaining significant social media traction through self-produced content. • This shift occurs as the group captures public attention despite lacking the massive budgets of industry giants like Aespa, NMIXX, and Le Sserafim.

• Nintendo's "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie" is scheduled for release on April 1, 2026, featuring Mario, Luigi, and Princess Peach in a space-faring adventure. • An untitled raunchy comedy starring Mark Wahlberg and Paul Walter Hauser will follow two marketing executives attempting a controversial condom sponsorship for the World Cup.

• The publication has released a comprehensive guide highlighting the 34 best new television shows expected to debut in 2026, along with 19 additional highly anticipated titles. • Featured upcoming series include 'Wonder Man,' 'His and Hers,' 'Cape Fear,' 'Spider-Noir,' and various new installments within the 'Yellowstone' universe.