Speaking News Today — September 17, 2026
Ed Sheeran Backlash Explodes as Ms. Rachel, Hannah Einbinder and More Slam Singer After Macklemore Dropped From Tour: ‘Silence During a Genocide Is Not Neutral’ and more — today's speaking signal.
The entertainment industry is abuzz today with a mix of controversy, creativity, and career shifts. Ed Sheeran is facing backlash on social media after Macklemore was dropped from his tour, with many artists and fans expressing disappointment and outrage over Sheeran's perceived silence on issues related to the Israel-Gaza conflict. The criticism, led by voices like Ms. Rachel and Hannah Einbinder, suggests that silence in the face of such a complex and charged issue is not a neutral stance.
Meanwhile, other creatives are finding success and exploring new projects. Kenneth Branagh and Reed Van Dyk are diving into the making of the war drama 'Atonement', a film that requires a deep emotional investment from its audience. In a different vein, HBO Max has ordered a French medical drama called 'Rush', produced by Neal Baer, known for his work on 'ER'. On a more tumultuous note, Sean Combs is parting ways with his attorneys due to unpaid fees, adding another chapter to the mogul's recent controversies. These stories highlight the varied and often dramatic landscape of the entertainment industry.
Today's signal:
• Ed Sheeran Backlash Explodes as Ms. Rachel, Hannah Einbinder and More Slam Singer After Macklemore Dropped From Tour: ‘Silence During a Genocide Is Not Neutral’ (variety.com)
• Kenneth Branagh and Reed Van Dyk on the War Drama ‘Atonement’: ‘It Requires Patience of the Heart’ (variety.com)
• Sean Combs’ Attorneys Drop Him, Citing Six Months of Unpaid Fees (rollingstone.com)
• HBO Max Orders French Medical Drama ‘Rush’ Boarded by ‘ER’ Producer Neal Baer (variety.com)