From a two-week medical boot camp to on-set emergency physicians, “The Pitt” prioritizes realism in ways most medical dramas never attempt. The result is a gripping series that balances entertainment with an authentic look inside the ER.
Following the backlash surrounding “The Rise of Skywalker,” anticipation for “The Mandalorian and Grogu” comes with equal parts excitement and skepticism. The film brings back fan-favorite characters while expanding the Star Wars universe with animated legends making their live-action debut.
By Alyssa Pelayo, Arts & Culture Editor
• May 21, 2026
A24’s Backrooms, directed by viral creator Kane Parsons, brings the internet’s infamous creepypasta to theaters May 29. The final trailer debuted May 13, building hype for the internet-born horror film.
The 2026 biopic “Michael” has reignited cultural divisions surrounding Michael Jackson, portraying the King of Pop’s meteoric rise while largely sidestepping the sexual abuse allegations that continue to define public debate over his legacy.
In Abigail Hope Kim’s "For Such a Time as This", the palace is full of beauty, danger, and silence. This retelling of Esther shows how quiet courage can grow into bold action — and how one voice can matter more than power.
Coachella is back this weekend in the California desert. Between Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber and a wall of paid influencer content, Van Nuys High School students say the festival looks less like a concert and more like an ad. Here is what they noticed.
A moving story about love, friendship, and making every moment count, Adam Silvera’s They Both Die at the End follows two teens through one unforgettable final day in New York City. This emotional novel blends heartbreak and hope in a way that stays with readers long after the last page.
