China Box Office Slows to a Crawl with $25 Million Weekend

The launch of ‘Dying Light 2’ has certainly not been without issues. Pre-release, critics had numerous patches that fixed things like missing audio, and co-op wasn’t available until the game officially launched.

As we get closer to the February 25th release date for Valve’s handheld PC Steam Deck, samples of the device are being sent to media, and we’re getting some new information ahead of the final reviews that will likely be out closer to launch. It seems that for now outlets can only talk about the hardware itself, and that so far, the device is sounding pretty good.

Take-Two Interactive, the parent company of Rockstar Games, the makers of the hugely popular ‘Grand Theft Auto’ series, has revealed some facts and figures about its titles in the financial reports for the quarter ending in December 2021, and some of the numbers are staggering, with ‘Grand Theft Auto V’ reaching a billion in retail sales faster than any entertainment release in history.

Developing titles that fans seemed to love like Enslaved, but that didn’t sell well, Ninja Theory’s Tameem Antoniades says the studio felt cursed. Now part of Microsoft following an acquisition, it seems things might finally be on the up for the studio, and ‘Hellblade 2’ is sounding like it’s going to be pretty impressive indeed according to an interview on NME.com.

Epik High frontman Tablo has tested positive for COVID-19.OURS, Epik High’s management agency, confirmed the news through a press statement released earlier today (February 9).“Tablo experienced minor symptoms on February 3 and underwent PCR testing, and his results came back negative the next day (January 4),” the agency said, as translated by Soompi. “However, he voluntarily got tested again on February 8, and his results came back positive this morning.”The statement also noted that the rest of Epik High and staff members who were recently in contact with Tablo underwent rapid antigen testing following the hip-hop artist’s diagnosis.

Father John Misty has shared ‘Q4’, the second single from his forthcoming album ‘Chloë and The Next 20th Century’.Following on from last month’s ‘Funny Girl’ – a sauntering, piano-led ballad – ‘Q4’ is a little more lively, with Josh Tillman crooning about an author fading into obscurity above lush orchestration, jaunty harpsichord and a four-on-the-floor drum rhythm.“A new work of semi-memoir sits / inside the weekend book editor’s desk,” Tillman sings. “And while they have not mentioned it / she must watch roses get thrown at less.”Listen to ‘Q4’ below – an accompanying music video directed by Grant James is set to premiere at 2PM GMT today (February 9).‘Chloë and The Next 20th Century’, Tillman’s fifth studio album under the Father John Misty moniker, is set to arrive on April 8 via Sub Pop and Bella Union.

Eva Longoria brought black back with the chic ensemble she donned while walking the streets of New York City on Tuesday.The actress, 46, wore a black pantsuit over a matching low-cut blouse. She held a black clutch bag in her right hand.The Desperate Housewives star finished off her ensemble with a pair of black boots.

Anna Kendrick will be teaming up with Barbie herself in the full Super Bowl commercial for Rocket Homes and Rocket Mortgage.While fans will have to wait until the big game on Sunday, February 13 to see the full ad, a new 30-second teaser debuted on Monday.The teaser shows that, despite being an incredibly accomplished actress, Kendrick still has her fangirl moments, especially when it comes to Barbie. Teaming up:Anna Kendrick will be teaming up with Barbie herself in the full Super Bowl commercial for Rocket Homes and Rocket Mortgage Fangirl:The teaser shows that, despite being an incredibly accomplished actress, Kendrick still has her fangirl moments, especially when it comes to BarbieThe teaser shows Kendrick, wearing a black sweater under a white dress shirt with a sparkling collar, as she tries to express her excitement.'I'm so excited we're in the Rocket Super Bowl commercial together,' Kendrick says, though we don't see who she's talking to yet.

George Clooney and his wife Amal, a respected human rights lawyer who champions humanitarian causes,accepted their first joint award together.On Tuesday night, the couple were honored with a Catalyst Award for using their platforms to inspire social change during a virtual ceremony, shared on the Elevate Prize Foundation's YouTube channel.Thetwo-time Oscar winner, 60, began their speech by stating the Clooney Foundation for Justice (CFJ)'s mission is to 'work to free the innocent and punish the guilty' one case at a time. An honor: George Clooney and his wife Amal, a respected human rights lawyer who champions humanitarian causes, accepted their first joint award together His spouse,44,added: 'The funding we receive from this award will support our TrialWatch program, which monitors criminal trials around the world and defends individuals who are unjustly detained, including journalists, women, LGBTQ persons and minorities.' 'Our goal at the foundation is to free the innocent and punish the guilty.

Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker are enjoying a night out with their kids!

Harry Maguire believes Manchester United made three mistakes as they drew with Burnley at Turf Moor on Tuesday night.

The alleged leader of a drugs gang texted an associate 'game over g!' as police uncovered guns and grenades during dramatic swoops at a block of flats in Stretford last year, a jury has been told.

The heartbroken mum of an 18-year-old who was killed by a dangerous driver says her son's death has 'destroyed' the family.

Ed Sheeran just announced some very big news!

Maluma steps out in a sharp graphic look for the premiere of his new movie, Marry Me, in Los Angeles on Tuesday night (February 8).

Jennifer Lopez had the support of her boyfriend Ben Affleck on Tuesday night as they attended a special screening of her latest film Marry Me in Los Angeles.The couple, who rekindled their romance last year after 17 years apart, looked very much in love as they posed for shutterbugs on the red carpet, with Affleck often planting kisses on Lopez's head.The 52-year-old singer/actress showcased her sensational legs ina fitted white lace mini dress and a pair of sky-high couture heels. Support system:Jennifer Lopez had the support of her boyfriend Ben Affleck on Tuesday night as they attended a special screening of her latest film Marry Me in Los AngelesThe On The Floor songstress' figure flattering dress cinched at the waist and featured long sleeves that allowed some of her skin to poke through.The number's bright white shade proved to be a stunning contrast to her honey toned tresses.

Chris Pine is getting ready to make his transition from in front of the camera to behind it, setting up his directorial debut Poolman.The 41-year-old actor is slated to star in and direct Poolman, with Annette Bening and Danny DeVito also set to star, according to Deadline.Pine is also going to co-write the script with Ian Cotler, a partner at the actor's Barry Linen Production Company. Director Chris:Chris Pine is getting ready to make his transition from in front of the camera to behind it, setting up his directorial debut Poolman Co-star:The 41-year-old actor is slated to star in and direct Poolman, with Annette Bening and Danny DeVito also set to star, according to DeadlinePoolman follows Pine's character, Darren Barrenman, described as, 'a hapless daydreamer and would-be philosopher.'He looks after the pool at the Tahitian Tiki apartment complex in Los Angeles and also spends his time crashing city council meetings with neighbors Jack (DeVito) and Diane (Bening).

Marry me, Jennifer Lopez? Perhaps the movie star’s beau Ben Affleck hasn’t popped the question just yet, but things are looking up for the couple who were photographed at Jennifer’s Marry Me Los Angeles movie premiere getting pretty cozy! J.Lo wore a gorgeous bridal-style white mini-dress, with long sleeves, lace detail, and an adorable shortened train that flipped out in the back. The “Let’s Get Loud” singer paired her dress with a silver clutch embroidered with white flowers and silver strappy pumps which also featured a flower-like details on the toe.

Magic Johnson is not only a legendary basketball player but a father of three. The 62-year-old was first drafted on the Los Angeles Lakers in 1979 and continued to play for them for 13 seasons. The basketball legend won countless amounts of MVP Awards and helped his team win many finals.

J. Kim Murphy George Spiro Dibie, a television cinematographer whose credits across a 48-year career ranged from “Barney Miller” to “Night Court” to “Sister, Sister,” died on Tuesday.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau ChiefCinema box office in China hit RMB4.2 billion ($651 million) over the seven-day National Holiday period, according to government sources on Friday.By far the top title was “The Battle at Lake Changjin,” which had grossed RMB3.50 billion ($543 million) by 5pm local time on Friday, its ninth day of release. In second place over the holiday period was “My Country, My Parents” with RMB1,08 billion ($167 million).Like “Battle,” “Parents” was released on Sept. 30, a day before the Oct.