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• Netflix has announced its content lineup for August 2026, featuring a variety of new movies and series. • Key highlights for the month include the release of new seasons for the popular shows 'Outer Banks' and 'Leanne'.

• Renowned artist Betye Saar passed away in Los Angeles on Sunday at the age of 99, just days before her 100th birthday. • A central figure in the 1960s Black Art Movement, Saar's extensive body of work focused on exploring Black identity, spirituality, and culture.

• Prime Video has announced its content lineup for August 2026 in the United States, featuring a mix of original series, documentaries, and live sports. • Key highlights include the return of the action series 'Reacher,' the premiere of 'Sterling Point,' a new project featuring Bear Grylls, and a documentary focused on tennis star Novak Djokovic.

• BTS fans (ARMY) are criticizing Grammy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. over his previous professional relationships with SM Entertainment and its artists, including NCT and EXO. • The controversy centers on allegations that the newly created "Best Korean Album" or general Asian pop categories may have been designed to favor SM Entertainment artists.

• On August 1, 2026, Ariana Grande released her new project titled "Petal," which is being described as a "beautiful pop bloom" with significant emotional depth. • The release is being covered as a primary highlight in Entertainment News Today's live updates, focusing on the latest trends in the $2.83 trillion global entertainment industry.

• Ten women have accused actor Jared Leto of sexual misconduct, according to a report published by the BBC. • The allegations include claims of engaging in sexual activity with underage girls and sending sexually explicit messages.

• Prince William has received two Emmy Award nominations following his cameo appearance on the series *The Reluctant Traveler*. • The nominations recognize the production quality and content of the episode featuring the Prince's travel experiences.

• Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez have officially joined the ranks of celebrity billionaires. • Both women built their massive fortunes by diversifying their portfolios through music, beauty products, and various brand ventures.

• A review for the film "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" was released on July 30, 2026, describing the movie as a heartfelt sequel. • The film is praised for expanding Peter Parker's world and narrative scope while maintaining the core essence of the character.

• London indie-pop quartet PREP has announced a series of headline tour dates across Asia for October, including stops in Singapore, Manila, Bangkok, and Kuala Lumpur. • The tour follows the band's successful 2024 run and supports their latest release, leveraging a massive digital presence of over 650 million streams.

• Film producers are calling on the British culture minister to block the proposed Paramount-Warner merger to prevent restricted access to historical news archives essential for documentaries. • Bruce Springsteen and Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin have paid tribute to the passing of a "great musician" and friend who significantly impacted Ireland's cultural landscape.