Bethy Squires

5 days ago | vulture.com | Bethy Squires

In the words of The State, Da Pope Is A-Coming. The first papal conclave of the YouTube livestream era came and went this week. Now we have a pope from Chicago who loves Da Bears, The Bear, Malört, and other wonderful, wonderful cultural references. But lets spend a little time looking at how the late-night entertainment ecosystem handled this moment in history.

6 days ago | vulture.com | Victoria Bekiempis |Bethy Squires |Justin Curto |Claudia Rosenbaum

The arrest of Sean “Diddy” Combs, 55, came following a slew of abuse allegations, beginning with a bombshell federal lawsuit filed by ex-girlfriend Casandra “Cassie” Ventura in November 2023. Less than a year later, the first stages of his trial have officially commenced in federal court. Follow along here for the latest news and updates. Her testimony against Diddy showed a pattern of abuse. Including whether or not it will be televised.

1 week ago | vulture.com | Bethy Squires

Daddy D’Amaro delivers from on high. So, Disney is doing something in response to Epic Universe. Too bad it’s not closer to Orlando. Disney CEO Bob Iger and experiences chairman Josh D’Amaro announced on May 8 that a new theme park is coming to Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island. “Our resort in Abu Dhabi will be the most advanced and interactive destination in our portfolio,” D’Amaro told CNBC.

1 week ago | vulture.com | Bethy Squires

A Roman Holiday-themed prom pic. What a week for couples coupling conspicuously. First Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper take it to the grid, now Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner are walking the red carpet together. The pair, who have been linked since 2023, walked their first joint red carpet in Rome Wednesday. The two attended the 70th David Di Donatello Awards together, days after Kylie went to the Met Gala without Timmy.

1 week ago | vulture.com | Bethy Squires

You’ve heard of Pop Smoke, but Pope Smoke?? You’ve seen Conclave, now it’s time to watch the real thing. Although we can’t get inside those very fancy locked doors, there’s still plenty of 24/7 election coverage for who will be the next Pope. For centuries, Catholics have flocked to Vatican City to wait for a new pope outside the Sistine Chapel. The Michelangelo-decorated chapel has been the site of Papal Conclaves since 1492. Cardinals have been burning their ballots for even longer, since 1417.