Naima Mohamud’s ‘Halima’ wins Finnish Film Affair fiction project award
Finnish-Somali director Naima Mohamud’s feature project won a €3,000 award at the Finnish Film Affair ceremony on 24 September 2026.
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Ed Sheeran addresses Gaza at Philadelphia show after Macklemore’s removal
Ed Sheeran discussed Gaza and the dispute over Macklemore’s removal from his tour when he returned to the stage in Philadelphia on September 19, 2026.
Madingo Afework’s final recordings set for posthumous album release
A posthumous album of Madingo Afework’s final recordings is planned for release by the end of Meskerem 2019 E.C., in October 2026, his production manager told The Reporter. An exact date has not been announced.
Lil Durk acquitted in Los Angeles murder-for-hire trial
A Los Angeles jury acquitted Lil Durk in a murder-for-hire trial on September 11, 2026. A separate federal trial remains scheduled for October 5.
Nick Mohammed cast as host in The Traitors stage adaptation
The casting was reported on September 10, 2026. The production is scheduled for London’s Gillian Lynne Theatre from May 2027.
National Theatre’s 2027 season includes eight world premieres
London’s National Theatre has unveiled an 18-production programme for 2027, including James Graham’s Major and a political family drama starring Uzo Aduba.
London’s Gate Theatre to close in October after funding pressures
The Gate Theatre plans to close in October 2026, citing funding pressures and rising costs after nearly five decades of international theatre in London.
Kevin Parker ends autograph and photo stops at hotels and airports
The Tame Impala musician has also temporarily halted post-show parking-lot meetings, citing crowd sizes and limited security.