The Summer I Turned Pretty Team Plead for Privacy, Olivia's O2 Record, Ted Turner Passes

Media Pioneer and CNN Founder Ted Turner Dies at 87

The media world is mourning the loss of a true titan following the announcement that Ted Turner, the visionary who revolutionized global journalism, has passed away at the age of 87. By launching CNN in 1980, Turner effectively invented the 24-hour news cycle, transforming the way the world consumes information and creating a blueprint for the modern digital age. Tributes have poured in from across the political and professional spectrum, with President Donald Trump hailing him as "one of the greats of broadcast history" and a personal friend, marking the end of a chapter for a man whose influence stretched far beyond the newsroom.

Current CNN CEO Mark Thompson honored Turner’s legacy, describing him as the "presiding spirit" of the network and the "giant on whose shoulders we stand." Known for his fearless leadership and a legendary willingness to trust his own gut over conventional wisdom, Turner’s impact on global culture is almost impossible to quantify. As Thompson noted, Turner was a leader who was "intrepid, fearless, and always willing to back a hunch," a trait that turned a risky cable experiment into an essential pillar of the global media landscape.

The Summer I Turned Pretty Team Pleads for Privacy

The "Summer" fandom is being asked to cool off. The team behind the hit Prime Video series has issued an urgent plea for fans to stop trekking to filming locations, citing "real safety concerns" as they work on the feature film that will wrap up the beloved trilogy. While the hype is at an all-time high, the production crew revealed that leaked footage and crowded sets are more than just a distraction and are actively disrupting the "protected bubble" needed to finish the story. With clips of the cast racking up hundreds of thousands of views online, the message is clear: if you love the Cousins Beach crew, give them some space to work.

Series creator Jenny Han, who is back in the director's chair for the grand finale, took to Instagram to explain exactly how these visits are stalling the magic. Han noted that production has repeatedly been forced to halt to clear crowds from the background of shots, a process she says "breaks the crew's focus" during critical scenes. After three seasons of watching Belly, Conrad, and Jeremiah’s messy love triangle unfold, fans are understandably desperate to see how it ends, but the producers are reminding everyone that the best way to support the cast is to wait for the official release rather than catching a blurry spoiler from the sidelines.

ICYMI:

• Billie Eilish has responded to criticism regarding her recent interview in which she said, “eating meat is inherently wrong.” “Stay mad at ME […] go watch a documentary of what is done to the animals u claim to love.”

• In an interview with Variety, Melissa Barrera said that she believes the box office numbers for ‘Scream 7’ were fake.

Olivia Rodrigo to Break O2 Arena Records With 11th Show Added

Olivia Rodrigo has added an 11th show at London’s O2 Arena as part of her Unraveled world tour, after strong demand from fans across the UK. What began as a regular run of dates has now turned into an extended residency, with the singer continuing to draw huge crowds to North Greenwich next April.

The extra date means Rodrigo now holds the record for the most O2 Arena shows by a female pop artist on a single tour. It marks another major milestone in her career and underlines just how strong her following has become, as thousands of fans get ready to see her perform in London.

POP FACT: On this day in 1926, David Attenborough was born.

Hocus Pocus 3 Moves Forward at Disney

The Sanderson sisters are dusting off the broomsticks once more, as Disney Live Action Studios has confirmed that Hocus Pocus 3 is in early development with Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy all set to return. While the project initially felt like it was stuck in a "black flame candle" limbo following leadership changes at the studio in 2024, the cult-classic trio is officially back on board to complete the trilogy. Plot details are currently being kept under a spell of secrecy, but the news is enough to satisfy fans who have been waiting for confirmation that the legendary witches would rise again for one more night of high-camp chaos.

ICYMI:

• Adidas have released a short film, ‘Backyard Legends,’ ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It features Timothee Chalamet, Lionel Messi, and Bad Bunny, amongst others. 

• Instagram has implemented a dislike button for comments. 

• Kesha has revealed that she was dumped for not bringing her ex-boyfriend to an afterparty for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour. 

• Saturday Night Live UK has been renewed for a second season. 

— Katie Macbeth

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