Covid strain dubbed 'Nightmare Variant' doubled cases in days by 'beating immunity'

American audiences might not know author Kōtarō Isaka by name. However, you are probably familiar with the newest film based on one of his novels.

Staffers at the Bustle Digital Group represented by the WGA East are decrying the layoffs of 21 of their part-time colleagues. BDG voluntarily recognized the guild as the staffers’ bargaining representative two years ago, but the two sides have been unable to come to terms for a first-time contract.

EXCLUSIVE: The stories of Girls Gone Wild and NXIVM are to be told in a new podcast series from Campside Media, producers of the Chameleon: The Hollywood Con Queen podcast, and Sony Music Entertainment.

Stargirl is wrapping up after its third season and star Brec Bassinger recently opened up about the “emotional roller coaster” it was waiting to find out what was happening with the DC show.

“I didn’t read the script as a horror script,” says Oscar nominated filmmaker Luca Guadagnino about his 1980s-set cannibal love story, Bones and All.

EXCLUSIVE: CSI: Vegas co-executive producer Safia M. Dirie is expanding her relationship with the companies behind the CSI sequel: CBS, CBS Studios and Bruckheimer Television.

Alicia Keys has been added as a performer for the late rapper Takeoff's upcoming memorial service in Atlanta, Georgia.The 41-year-old singer–songwriter will take to the stage as part of the ceremony, sources told TMZ on Wednesday, which previously reported that Justin Bieber would also be singing at the memorial.Takeoff, who made up one third of the rap trio Migos, was shot and killed last week in Houston, Texas, at age 28.

The Kardashians producer-star Kylie Jenner certainly wore a leggy look as she emerged from The Ritz-Carlton near Central Park in Midtown Manhattan on Wednesday.The 25-year-old Kylie Cosmetics CEO's entire ensemble was from the Raf Simons SS/23 collection hand-picked by her stylist Jill Jacobs.Jenner wore a beige sweater romper beneath a heavy black leather jacket, pyramid-shaped purse, and black patent-leather comma-wedge heels. Rich: The Kardashians producer-star Kylie Jenner certainly wore a leggy look as she emerged from The Ritz-Carlton near Central Park in Midtown Manhattan on WednesdayKylie accessorized with bizarre upside-down sunglasses and silver statement rings on her heavily manicured fingers.As usual, the Calabasas socialite - who welcomed her second child nine months ago - was shadowed by a big bodyguard as she stepped in side a black sprinter van.

Fran Drescher has praised Disney for dropping Covid vaccine mandates on 12 shows - after previously calling for a review of the strict measures.The president of the SAG-AFTRA actors union, 65, posted a video on Wednesday captioned: 'Way to go Mickey! as she celebrated Disney's decision that shows including 9-1-1 and Grey's Anatomy - would no longer require cast and crew members to be vaccinated.In an impassioned video, the star - who is herself vaccinated - likened vaccine mandates to 'fascism' and lauded the entertainment company for becoming one of the first notable studios to lift the mandate. Joy: Fran Drescher has praised Disney for dropping Covid vaccine mandates on 12 shows - after previously calling for a review of the strict measuresShe said: 'To think that every human on the planet can take one vaccine is ludicrous.'And to make that one vaccine the criteria for who is allowed to work, travel, dine, go to theatre … is an infringement on the Disabilities Act, the Freedom of Religion Act, and body sovereignty.

Sylvester Stallone, 76, has been promoting his new series Tulsa King in New York City this week.On Wednesday morning, he dropped by Live With Kelly And Ryan to talk about his early years living in crime-ridden, poverty-stricken Hell's Kitchen in Manhattan.Before his big break with Rocky in 1976, he resided in a transient hotel and shared a bathroom with around 20 people. 'It was disgusting,' he said. 'You could lay on the bed — open up the window, close it,' he recounted about the cramped living conditions he endured at the time.

My Three Sons star Dawn Lyn is 'breathing on her own and opening her eyes' after surgery to remove a brain tumor left her in a coma, reports TMZ. The former child star - now 59 - shot to fame aged six as Dorothy 'Dodie' Harper-Douglas on the CBS sitcom's last three seasons, a role she played from 1969-1972. Last month it was revealed on social media by her former co-stars that Dawn was fighting for her life - with  Tina Cole (who played Katie Miller-Douglas) saying the star is now showing the first signs of recovery. Surgery: My Three Sons star Dawn Lyn is 'breathing on her own and opening her eyes' after surgery to remove a brain tumor left her in a coma, reports TMZ   (Dawn is pictured in the 1980s)Tina told the publication Dawn's husband John gave her an update on Monday, saying the star is doing 'the best she has in the hospital since her surgery', breathing without oxygen and opening her eyes at times.Tina said she visited Dawn in the hospital last week, where she held her hand and talked to her while unconscious.  TMZ also reports Dawn's producer friend Rock Whitehead posted a positive update on social media, saying she had made 'major strides' since being admitted to hospital more than two weeks ago, Dawn's condition was initially detailed on social media by her former co-stars Tima and  including Stanley Livingston (who played Richard 'Chip' Douglas) - with the actors urging fans to 'pray' for Dawn's recovery.   Rise to fame: The former child star - now 59 - shot to fame aged six as Dorothy 'Dodie' Harper-Douglas (pictured) on the CBS sitcom's last three seasons a role she played from 1969-1972Stanley wrote last week: 'Just found out my little TV Sis’, DAWN LYN (Dodie), is in a COMA and fighting for her life.

Victoria Secret supermodel Candice Swanepoel modeled her latest swimwear designs from her eco-friendly swimwear line Tropic Of C.The founder and creative director showed off her toned body in an espresso brown bikini with low rise bottoms and classic triangle top style. She accessorized with nothing else but a gold body chain.The South African native showcased her tan and toned physique as she stretched and leaned back in a patio chair.

Bella Throne put her impressive curves on display in a number of fun outfits she shared in a photo dump to social media on Wednesday. The 25-year-old actress admitted in her caption she was trying to look good for an ex: 'POV: you’re going to stunt on your ex, which fit do you wear? [smiling purple devil face emoji]. To 'stunt' means to show off.It's unclear if Bella's referring to her recent ex Benjamin Mascolo.

Kourtney Kardashian donned a skimpy ensemble to promote one of her many products on Wednesday. The 43-year-old donned black lingerie which ended high on her strong, tanned thighs. She let the thin spaghetti straps fall to the middle of her bicep. She pulled her hair up in a mini-beehive while thick strands of her dark hair framed the sides of her grinning face.

Jennifer Aniston has shared a behind-the-scenes video from her stunning photo shoot for the December issue of Allure magazine.The 53-year-old Friends veteran was seen posing away in a studio as she was in the company of her white dog Chesterfield.The siren looked just as young in the flirty new clip as she did in 2004. A new look: Jennifer Aniston has shared a behind-the-scenes video from her stunning photo shoot for the December issue of Allure magazine Happy fur parent: The 53-year-old Friends veteran was seen posing away in a studio as she was in the company of her white dog ChesterfieldAnd in the interview the Morning Show star said she is open for romance.She said that she hasn't closed the door on love altogether after divorces from Brad Pitt and Justin Theroux and high-profile relationships with Vince Vaughn and John Mayer.

Jennifer Aniston delved into the difficulties of living single following her 2017 divorce from Justin Theroux in a new interview.The 53-year-old A-lister, who spoke to Allure for its December cover story, admitted that she wasn't looking for a third marriage anytime soon, but she did miss the 'support' that she could count on when she was in a relationship.The Friends icon, who was married to Brad Pitt from 2000 until their 2005 divorce, also raised eyebrows when she mentioned that her second husband Justin had recently dropped by the home they formerly shared for a visit.  Good old days: Jennifer Aniston, 53, spoke about how much she misses the 'support' she got from being in a relationship in her December cover interview for Allure; seen in January 2020When asked if she was interested in getting married again, Jennifer replied, 'Never say never, but I don't have any interest.' However, she was definitely interested in something with a bit less commitment, as being single could sometimes be overwhelming. 'I'd love a relationship.

Nick Cannon's baby mama Abby De La Rosa confirmed he is the father of her third baby - making it his 12th child overall.The DJ and Only Fans star, who already share twins Zillion and Zion, 17 months, with Nick, posted a meme on her Instagram stories confirming that he is the dad and that she is not expecting twins as she previously had teased when she announced her pregnancy in June.The confirmation that he is the dad comes after the actor revealed he is also having a baby with his other baby mama Alyssa Scott - his 11th child. Abby and Alyssa's pregnancies will be his 11th and 12th child; he has had 10 children with six different women.  Confirm: Nick Cannon 's baby mama Abby De La Rosa confirmed he is the father of her third baby - making it his 12th child overall. The DJ and Only Fans star, who already share twins Zillion and Zion, one, with Nick, posted a meme on her Instagram stories confirming that he is the dad and that she is not expecting twins as she previously had teased when she announced her pregnancy in June Wow: Abby shared a meme that read: '1 night with a Libra can turn into 3-4 years.

Dr. Dre is moving on from his Malibu vacation house after owning it for more than 20 years.The iconic producer and rapper, 57, has put his beach home — which is right next to the Pacific Coast Highway — on the market for a whopping $20 million, according to Dirt.Dre's decision to part ways with his longtime vacation home comes after he didn't have access to it for an extended time, as his wife Nicole Young stayed in the house throughout their contentious divorce, which was settled in December 2021.  Moving on: Dr.

Chrissy Teigen revealed that her and husband John Legend's son Miles, four, had to get stitches on his forehead with her 39.6 million Instagram followers on Wednesday.Ahead of the arrival of the couple's third child, who is due sometime in January or February, the pregnant model, 36, revealed her toddler suffered a minor injury. 'Well I had always predicted a broken arm first but stitches inched in as Miles' first official accident,' she captioned a snap of her little boy with a small bandage above his eyebrow.  Ouch! Chrissy Teigen revealed that her and husband John Legend's son Miles, four, had to get stitches on his forehead, after experiencing his 'first official accident'In the image, the cookbook author's youngest can be seen wearing a multicolored, wool and cashmere sweater, from Fendi.