Awards

• The Tribeca Festival has condemned a "dog rape" joke involving Palestinians made by Elon Gold during a performance of 'The Wedding Entertainer'. • Festival representatives described the content as "offensive and unacceptable," leading to a formal slam of the performer's actions. • The incident highlights growing sensitivities and tensions surrounding Palestinian representation and hate speech within the arts community.

• The 2026 Tony Awards will honor the best in Broadway theater, with "The Lost Boys" and "Schmigadoon!" emerging as the primary frontrunners for top prizes. • The ceremony will be available for viewers to stream live from any location, though specific broadcast platforms and timing details are pending. • These awards are critical for the theater industry as they determine the most prestigious accolades of the season and influence future production success.

Joe Mantello’s stark revival of Arthur Miller’s classic drama takes home six awards, while Ragtime and Schmigadoon! pick up musical winsTony awards 2026: red carpet looks and the best of the show – in picturesTony awards 2026: full list of winnersA stripped-back take on Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman dominated this year’s Tonys, winning six awards, while Lesley Manville and John Lithgow took home lead acting trophies.Death of a Salesman was named best revival of a play, with the award-winning director Joe Mantello praising Miller’s story as one that “still talks to us through time”. Star Nathan Lane accepted the award on behalf of the cast, and called it a play that “continues to teach us who we are as humans and Americans”. Continue reading...

This year’s Tony awards have already seen wins for musicals Schmigadoon! and Cats: The Jellicle Ball Kevin Adams, Chess Jane Cox, The Rocky Horror Show Donald Holder, Schmigadoon! Adam Honoré, Cats: The Jellicle Ball Adam Honoré and Donald Holder (Lighting Design) and 59 Studio (Projection Design), RagtimeJen Schriever and Michael Arden, The Lost Boys – WINNER! Continue reading...

• Kanya King, the founder of the Mobo Awards, has passed away at the age of 57 following a battle with cancer. • Prominent figures including Sir Idris Elba, Alesha Dixon, and Stormzy praised King for providing a platform for an entire generation of Black British artists to be celebrated. • Her legacy spans 30 years of cultural impact, during which she used her vision and nerve to ensure Black musicians were heard on their own terms.

• Pop star Pink will host the 2026 Tony Awards, featuring a nominee list that includes high-profile actors such as Daniel Radcliffe, Carrie Coon, and Luke Evans. • The ceremony will feature special anniversary tributes, including a 30th-anniversary celebration of *Chicago* and a 15th-anniversary reunion of the original *The Book of Mormon* cast. • Notable performers scheduled for the event include Queen Latifah, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, and original cast members like Andrew Rannells and Josh Gad.

Entrepreneur died of colon cancer, with Mobo Organisation hailing her as ‘one of the most fearless champions’ in the music industryKanya King, the entrepreneur and tireless champion of Black British music who founded the Mobo awards, has died aged 57 from colon cancer.The news was announced by the Mobo Organisation, who said she died on Wednesday “after a courageous and characteristically determined battle” with her illness. Continue reading...

‘Completely unnecessary’ hybrid cans are not easily recycled or accepted by container refund schemes, and are already banned in WAGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA single-use plastic and metal drinking vessel dubbed a “franken-can” has been given the dubious honour of the nation’s worst plastic packaging.The plastic-metal hybrid can, which is not accepted by container refund schemes or easily recycled – has won the inaugural Unpackit award for Australia’s worst packaging. Continue reading...

• The Shanghai International Film Festival announced the full nomination lineup for the 28th Golden Goblet Awards on May 30, 2026. • Multiple Chinese-language productions earned nominations across major categories, showcasing the competitive quality of regional filmmaking. • The nominations underscore the increasing influence and strength of Asian cinema within the global international film circuit.

• Boy George, the lead singer of Culture Club, received a lifetime achievement award at the British LGBT Awards in central London. • The honor was presented as a surprise by renowned French fashion designer Jean Paul Gaultier. • Organizers granted the accolade to recognize Boy George's significant and lasting contributions to British musical culture.

• Infosecurity Europe has announced the addition of startup awards to its 2026 event in London to increase the visibility of emerging companies. • The initiative aims to attract more investors and buyers to the show as organizations face escalating cyber risks driven by artificial intelligence. • The event will feature strategic sessions, including a Frost and Sullivan presentation on "Cybersecurity Priorities 2026" focusing on funding trends and economic challenges for security leaders.

• BTS won the prestigious Artist of the Year award at the American Music Awards held in Las Vegas. • In other industry news, Zee Entertainment is currently negotiating broadcast rights for the FIFA World Cup, while Baby Yoda continues to drive box office success. • The entertainment sector saw a mix of cultural milestones, including a restaurant boom sparked by Bad Bunny's concerts and the passing of jazz legend Sonny Rollins at age 95.

• BTS won the prestigious Artist of the Year award at the American Music Awards, marking a significant achievement for the global K-pop group. • Other notable winners during the ceremony included Sabrina Carpenter, Katseye, and Golden, who is featured in the film K-Pop Demon Hunters. • This victory underscores the continued dominance and growing influence of K-pop within the mainstream American music industry.

• Al Jazeera Media Network won 12 awards at the 2026 New York Festivals TV Film Awards, announced during a virtual ceremony. • Al Jazeera Arabic received two Gold and one Bronze award for its documentary coverage of developments in Syria. • Al Jazeera English earned two Gold, two Silver, and five Bronze awards for human-interest stories across Palestine, India, China, Vietnam, and the Philippines.

• Campaign Asia has opened nominations for the Agency of the Year Awards 2026 starting on 9 June. • The marketer-judged program recognizes excellence in leadership, brands, and agencies across 22 local markets in the Asia-Pacific region. • The awards cover six specific sub-regions, including Australia/New Zealand, Greater China, Japan/Korea, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and the broader APAC area.

• The 2026 Crunchyroll Anime Awards celebrated its 10th anniversary with major wins for popular series including 'My Hero Academia' and 'Demon Slayer.' • Controversy has emerged after 'Lazarus' won "Best Original Anime" despite not airing on Crunchyroll in 2025, having instead streamed on Adult Swim and HBO Max. • The win is further disputed by a significant gap in reception, with a 92% critical consensus on Rotten Tomatoes contrasting a 60% community rating.

• The 10th annual Crunchyroll Anime Awards were held in Tokyo to honor the year's most impactful anime titles. • My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON took home the top prize for Anime of the Year, with significant wins also awarded to Demon Slayer, Gachiakuta, and DAN DA DAN. • The event featured celebrity presenters and musical performances, utilizing multi-language livestreams to expand the awards' global reach and fan engagement.

• Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann honored 1,070 medal-winning athletes and 87 Maharaja Ranjit Singh Award recipients from 2019-2023, distributing ₹32 crore in prize money. • To clear the awards backlog, most funds were sent via direct benefit transfer, while Olympic and Asian Games medallists received ₹1 crore each and nine players were granted jobs. • The state is investing heavily in grassroots sports, allocating a record ₹1,763-crore budget for 2026-27 and spending ₹1,300 crore to develop 3,148 rural sports grounds.

• The New York Festivals (NYF) Storytellers Gala announced the winners of the 2026 Radio Awards, highlighting excellence in audio innovation and storytelling. • Taiwan emerged as a top winner, with Radio Taiwan International securing a Bronze Tower in Audio Book – Fiction and several Finalist Diplomas, while Taipei Broadcasting Station earned a Finalist Diploma in Programming Format. • Hong Kong's RTHK Radio 4 also achieved significant success, winning a Silver Tower for a Music Special in the Entertainment Category.

• Planetcast won a sports broadcasting award at the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting+ Awards 2026 for implementing an IP-first architecture. • The company's new technical approach streamlined operational workflows and significantly reduced overall complexity. • Separately, a Zurich study of six markets, including Australia and Malaysia, revealed that 60% of patients in Hong Kong delay medical treatment due to cost anxiety.

• Sam Fender, Rosalía, and Jacob Alon were named winners at the Ivor Novello Awards on Thursday, an event dedicated to celebrating the craft of songwriting. • The ceremony included a special tribute to Elton John, featuring a performance by Lola Young to honor his contributions to music. • The academy praised Elton John for building one of the most distinctive catalogues in British music over the last two decades, citing tracks such as "Smile," "LDN," and "Madeline."

• NBCUniversal Entertainment Japan won an award for animation storytelling at the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting+ Awards 2026. • The winning animation follows the journey of a rural swordsman, focusing on themes of discipline, experience, and late-stage mastery. • Additionally, Eurovision Services was recognized with multiple wins during the same awards ceremony.

• TIN Media hosted the second edition of the Asian Tourism & Hospitality Awards (ATH Awards) 2025-26 during a gala night in Kuala Lumpur. • Key winners included FELDA Residence Hot Springs for Most Unique Nature Wellness Experience (Malaysia), Jatiluwih Village for Leading UNESCO Cultural Landscape Tourism Destination (Indonesia), and Wings of Time Fireworks Symphony for Leading Tourist Attraction of the Year (Singapore). • The event serves as Asia's benchmark for excellence in the sector, receiving strategic support from organizations such as the Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) and the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Malaysia Chapter.

Political editor Pippa Crerar and features writer Simon Hattenstone top major categories and Malak A Tantesh wins for Gaza reportingThe Guardian’s political editor, a prominent features writer and a brave young Palestinian reporter are among those to have been honoured at the Press Awards in London.The awards celebrate the best journalism across all news media publishers distributing in the UK. Continue reading...

• ENHYPEN and ATEEZ emerged as the primary winners at the 2026 Asia Star Entertainer Awards (ASEA), both securing prestigious Daesang trophies. • They shared the top honors with other prominent K-pop acts, including BLACKPINK and &TEAM, highlighting the continued global dominance of the genre. • The victory coincides with ATEEZ's recent promotional activities, including a February 5, 2026, press conference in Seoul for their 13th mini album, ‘GOLDEN HOUR : Part 4’.

• ATEEZ secured the prestigious Daesang (Grand Prize) during the second day of the 2026 Asia Star Entertainer Awards held in Japan. • Stray Kids were crowned Best Group, highlighting a night dominated by top K-pop acts and electrifying live performances. • The event serves as a major celebration of Korean entertainment, recognizing the global influence of K-pop and K-drama stars across Asia.

• The 2026 Asia Star Entertainer Awards (ASEA) began its two-day celebration on Saturday, May 16, at the Belluna Dome in Saitama Prefecture, Japan. • Hosted by MONSTA X’s Hyungwon and IVE’s Rei, the first day featured red carpet appearances and the announcement of the Hot Icon and Hot Trend awards. • Major honors included Enhypen being named Artist of the Year and Monsta X winning the Top Touring award, highlighting the dominance of these groups in the industry.

• The 24th Director's Cut Awards recently honored outstanding contributions across the Korean film and drama industries, featuring a historic first with three directors hosting the live ceremony. • Key winners include TVXQ's Yunho, who earned Best New Actor (Series) for his role in *Low Life*, and Park Jihoon, both recognized as successful idol-turned-actors. • Park Chan Wook’s film *No Other Choice* secured multiple awards, continuing its strong momentum throughout the current Korean awards season.