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'Sinners' makes history, setting Oscars nomination record

'Sinners' makes history, setting Oscars nomination record

Jake Coyle, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 22 - 7:47 a.m.  |  Save Story

Ryan Coogler's blues-steeped vampire epic "Sinners" led all films with 16 nominations to the 98th Academy Awards, setting a record for the most in Oscar history.
'Portal for so many stories': Sundance Institute reflects on Park City as final film festival begins

'Portal for so many stories': Sundance Institute reflects on Park City as final film festival begins

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 22 - 6:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

Park City will always hold a special place in Amy Redford's heart as it's the place her father's dream and vision came true.
Netflix revisits Elizabeth Smart kidnapping case in new documentary

Netflix revisits Elizabeth Smart kidnapping case in new documentary

Shelby Lofton, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 21 - 10:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

Netflix revisits the Elizabeth Smart kidnapping case in a new documentary, which features interviews with the woman, her dad and others.
Taylor Swift, Kenny Loggins, members of Kiss and more get into Songwriters Hall of Fame

Taylor Swift, Kenny Loggins, members of Kiss and more get into Songwriters Hall of Fame

Maria Sherman, Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 21 - 12:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

Taylor Swift, Kiss' Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, Christopher "Tricky" Stewart, Alanis Morissette and Kenny Loggins make up the 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees.
Many businesses along Park City's Main Street excited for Sundance

Many businesses along Park City's Main Street excited for Sundance

Alex Cabrero, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 20 - 10:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

Despite lack of snow, Park City businesses are busy. They expect that to continue during the upcoming, and Utah's final, Sundance Film Festival.
Utah filmmakers highlight rural Utah mechanic in award-winning film

Utah filmmakers highlight rural Utah mechanic in award-winning film

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 19 - 11:13 a.m.  |  Save Story

An award-winning documentary detailing the unique story of an immigrant mechanic from a small town in rural Utah almost made it to the short list for the Oscars this year.
Why people in 2026 are hung up on 2016

Why people in 2026 are hung up on 2016

Scottie Andrew, CNN  |  Posted Jan. 17 - 5:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Remember 2016? Measles was eradicated in the Americas, Beyoncé made "Lemonade" and voters were encouraged to Pokémon Go to the polls. So why is everyone obsessed with it?
Review: '28 Years Later: The Bone Temple' is an entertaining detour but a noticeable step down

Review: '28 Years Later: The Bone Temple' is an entertaining detour but a noticeable step down

John Clyde for KSL  |  Posted Jan. 16 - 7:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Here's what worked, what didn't and why "The Bone Temple" ultimately feels more like franchise maintenance than meaningful evolution.
The new BTS album title and what to know about the K-pop band's comeback

The new BTS album title and what to know about the K-pop band's comeback

Maria Sherman, Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 16 - 5:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

After a nearly four-year musical hiatus, the K-pop giants BTS are back. Well, almost.
Salt Lake City tore down 29 murals last year. It's now looking for new Fleet Block art

Salt Lake City tore down 29 murals last year. It's now looking for new Fleet Block art

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 16 - 9:45 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's capital city is seeking artists nationwide for a major new public art project tied to the Fleet Block, inspired by social justice murals removed last year.
Kathleen Kennedy, steward of 'Star Wars,' steps down from Lucasfilm

Kathleen Kennedy, steward of 'Star Wars,' steps down from Lucasfilm

Jake Coyle, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 16 - 9:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

After more than 13 years at the helm of Lucasfilm, Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down from the "Star Wars" factory founded by George Lucas, she announced on Thursday.
Utah pinballers have a flipping good time with upcoming state championships

Utah pinballers have a flipping good time with upcoming state championships

Cassidy Wixom, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 8:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

Endurance, grit, determination, quick calculations, split-second decisions and competitive spirits were at all-time highs during a pinball tournament at Kiitos Brewing.
Actor Kiefer Sutherland arrested, accused of assaulting a ride-hail driver, police say

Actor Kiefer Sutherland arrested, accused of assaulting a ride-hail driver, police say

Jaimie Ding and Andrew Dalton, Associated Press  |  Updated Jan. 15 - 7:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

Actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested for investigation of making criminal threats early Monday after Los Angeles police say he assaulted a ride-hail driver.
BTS announce first world tour since returning from mandatory military service: See the dates

BTS announce first world tour since returning from mandatory military service: See the dates

Maria Sherman, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 13 - 9:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

The K-pop sensation BTS announced their comeback with a new world tour on Tuesday, which kicks off in South Korea in April and runs through March 2027 with over 70 dates.
'West Wing' actor Timothy Busfield turns himself in, faces child sex abuse charges in New Mexico

'West Wing' actor Timothy Busfield turns himself in, faces child sex abuse charges in New Mexico

Susan Montoya Bryan and Morgan Lee, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 13 - 8:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

Emmy Award-winning actor Timothy Busfield vowed to fight charges of child sex abuse as he turned himself in Tuesday to authorities in New Mexico.
Scott Adams, whose comic strip 'Dilbert' ridiculed white-collar office life, dies at 68

Scott Adams, whose comic strip 'Dilbert' ridiculed white-collar office life, dies at 68

Mark Kennedy, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 13 - 4:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Scott Adams, whose popular comic strip "Dilbert" captured the frustration of beleaguered, white-collar cubicle workers and satirized the ridiculousness of modern office culture, has died. He was 68.
'Hamnet' and 'One Battle After Another' take top honors at Golden Globes

'Hamnet' and 'One Battle After Another' take top honors at Golden Globes

Jake Coyle, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 12 - 7:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

Paul Thomas Anderson's ragtag revolutionary saga "One Battle After Another" and Chloe Zhao's Shakespeare drama "Hamnet" took top honors at Sunday's 83rd Golden Globes.
'Find purpose in sorrow': Idaho family helping others process grief with children's book

'Find purpose in sorrow': Idaho family helping others process grief with children's book

Erik Nielsen, EastIdahoNews.com  |  Posted Jan. 11 - 9:33 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Miller family has channeled the grief of losing a loved one into a poem, which has since been adapted into an illustrated children's book, with the hope that the book can provide comfort and hope.
Washington National Opera latest to leave Kennedy Center after Trump takeover

Washington National Opera latest to leave Kennedy Center after Trump takeover

Kanishka Singh and Bhargav Acharya, Reuters  |  Posted Jan. 11 - 9:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Washington National Opera will leave the ​Kennedy Center, the two organizations said on Friday, marking the latest departure from the storied Washington arts institution since President Donald Trump and ⁠his allies took it over.
Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir dies at 78

Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir dies at 78

Andrew Dalton, Associated Press  |  Posted Jan. 10 - 8:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Bob Weir, guitarist, singer and founding member of the Grateful Dead, has died at age 78, according to a statement on his Instagram page. The statement said Weir had succumbed to underlying lung issues.