Suzi Quatro says Rock and Roll Hall of Fame snub is 'absolutely crazy'

A U.K. celebrity has lost a court bid to prevent publication of sexual misconduct allegations, according to reports. The individual will remain anonymous pending an appeal. The case touches on the balance between privacy and press freedom in the U.K.

Americans have wagered $1.9 billion on U.S. midterm races through prediction markets, according to Variety. The markets currently favor Democrats to win both the House and Senate. The volume highlights growing interest in election betting as a gauge of political sentiment.

James Wan and Jason Blum announced that their merged production company will be called Blumhouse Atomic. The name combines Blumhouse with Wan’s Atomic Monster, signaling a new branding era for their horror-focused partnership.

Variety is updating reactions from Election Day commentators, including Donald Trump’s rants and Hasan Piker questioning whether the MAGA “cult” is over. The roundup tracks live media and online commentary as results come in. It matters as a snapshot of how pundits and influencers are framing the election’s stakes.

Netflix has introduced its first AI-branded content recommendation feature for TV users, according to Variety. The tool aims to guide viewers toward shows and films using AI-labeled suggestions. It matters as a sign of how streaming platforms are integrating AI into content discovery, though its immediate impact is limited.