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Bono: Why isn't Christian music more honest?
U2 musician Bono has criticised modern Christian music for its lack of honesty as part of a wider discussion with theologian Eugene Peterson.

Melissa Joan Hart: 'Jesus shouldn't be an uncomfortable name to say'
Christians should be free to talk about Jesus without fear of it making others uncomfortable, according to Melissa Joan Hart, the star of God's Not Dead 2.

'The Fosters' casts 'Faking It' transgender star Elliot Fletcher for season 4
MTV's "Faking It" transgender star Elliot Fletcher has been tapped to appear in a multiple-episode arc in the fourth season of "The Fosters."

'Bates Motel' season 4 episode 8 spoilers: Norman forces his mother to choose sides
Norman (Freddie Highmore) finally returns home from Pineview Institute, which could be a big problem for his mother Norma (Vera Farmiga) in the next episode of "Bates Motel" season 4.

'How To Get Away with Murder' season 3 updates: Weekly cases in Annalise's class to return next season?
Annalise Keating (Viola Davis) spent lesser time dealing with new cases in her criminal law class in the second season of "How To Get Away with Murder." But this could change when the criminally acclaimed series returns for season 3.

'Pokémon Sun' and 'Pokémon Moon' rumors, updates: Nintendo has trademarked Starters for upcoming games and may include an owl, a sea lion and a cat
Information about the highly anticipated "Pokémon Sun" and "Pokémon Moon" have continued to elude the fans. However a diehard "Pokémon" fanatic spent some time to deduce a set of information that may give a hint on three possible characters. An owl, a sea lion and a cat are said to arrive on the upcoming pair of games.

J.K. Simmons teased about Commissioner Gordon's participation in 'Justice League' movies
J.K. Simmons revealed a few details about his character in the upcoming "Justice League" films.

Beyoncé-Jay-Z-Rachel Roy controversy: Is the fashion designer really 'Becky with the good hair?'
Rachel Roy breaks her silence regarding the 'Becky with the good hair' rumors linker her to Beyonce's husband Jay-Z.

New 'X-Men: Apocalypse' hints unexpected Wolverine appearance?
The third and final trailer for "X-Men: Apocalypse" was just released, and it dropped a lot of surprising details about the final installment of Bryan Singer's action-packed superhero trilogy.

'Star Wars Episode VIII' movie update: Daisy Ridley polishes lightsaber skills
Daisy Ridley may have had some shortcomings with her lightsaber skills in the "Star Wars: Episode VII," but the actress is now busy improving her fighting form for the upcoming "Star Wars: Episode VIII."

'1666 Amsterdam' news: Ubisoft handed the game project back to its creator
Ubisoft, game developer and publisher, has handed the rights and creative control of "1666 Amsterdam" back to Patrice Désilets, its game creator. Désilets is a former employee of Ubisoft and was responsible for taking the helm of the highly successful "Assassin's Creed" and "Assassin's Creed II" games.

Disney news: Entertainment conglomerate confirms several movies in store, "Maleficent 2," "Jungle Book 2," "Dumbo" and several more
Disney has things sorted out for the next couple of years. The company has marked the calendar for five additional release dates and there will be a total of nine projects to come. The company has confirmed "Maleficent 2," Jungle Book 2," "Dumbo," "Cruella," and "Winkle in Time." It also announced "Jungle Cruise," "The Nutcracker and the Four Realm," a "Marry Poppins" sequel and a "Tinker Bell" project as well.

Pastor reportedly shot dead by girlfriend was grandson of 'Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay' singer Otis Redding
Pastor Brandon Parker, the 33-year-old man who was reportedly shot dead by his 48-year-old girlfriend on Saturday, was the grandson of iconic singer and songwriter Otis Redding.

ChristianCinema.com offers over 4,000 faith-based movies for rent or purchase
A lot of Christian families are frowning upon the shows and movies available on the small screen because it contains a lot violent and inappropriate material, and parents therefore scramble for choices in providing their kids wholesome entertainment.

Joaquin Phoenix being eyed for role of Jesus Christ in 'Mary Magdalene' film
Award-winning actor Joaquin Phoenix is reportedly being eyed to play the role of Jesus Christ in Garth Davis' movie "Mary Magdalene," which will star Rooney Mara as the title character.

'The Good Wife' season 7 episode 21 spoilers: Alicia does everything to keep Peter out of jail
Despite their impending divorce, Alicia (Julianna Margulies) will still do anything to help keep her soon-to-be ex-husband Peter (Chris Noth) from being imprisoned in the next episode of "The Good Wife" season 7.