Recent reports from CNN's "Hollywood Minute" and "Game On" segments, primarily by Richard Damigella and Douglas Hyde, have highlighted a variety of new developments across entertainment and gaming. In music, Queens of the Stone Age premiered a unique concert film shot in the Paris Catacombs, while new releases from Secret Monkey Weekend and the pirate metal band Alestorm were also featured. Industry legends such as Bono launched a new EP, and Cynthia Erivo released a new album. Chart-topping artists Sabrina Carpenter and Mariah Carey continued to see success with new hits, and Taylor Swift experienced a significant streaming surge.

The film industry saw several notable announcements. The classic blockbuster 'Jaws' celebrated its 50th anniversary with a new museum exhibit, a making-of documentary, and a 4K re-release. Biographical films are also in the spotlight, with a first look at Jeremy Allen White portraying Bruce Springsteen in an upcoming biopic. New cinematic releases include the psychological thriller 'Alma and the Wolf,' starring Ethan Embry and Li Jun Li, and the action-comedy 'Bride Hard,' directed by Simon West and featuring Anna Camp and Rebel Wilson, described as a 'Die Hard'-meets-'Bridesmaids' romp. Animated features include Netflix's 'KPop Demon Hunters,' which follows a KPop trio battling malevolent demons.

Upcoming reboots and sequels generated buzz, with Liam Neeson appearing in a trailer for a new 'The Naked Gun' movie. The highly anticipated live-action remake of 'How to Train Your Dragon' also received attention, with its original director, Dean DeBlois, helming the new version, and the cast discussing the film. The stars of 'How to Train Your Dragon' even explored 'The Isle of Berk' at Epic Universe Orlando. Other film news included a first look at a new Margot Robbie movie trailer, and casting updates for a 'Hunger Games' prequel, which will now include Kieran Culkin. A search is also underway for the lost 'Back to the Future' guitar played by Michael J. Fox. In related news, a Planet Hollywood prop auction was announced, offering fans a chance to own cinematic memorabilia.

On the television and streaming front, the second season of Netflix's docu-series 'America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' debuted. Science and nature enthusiasts can look forward to Ryan Reynolds' new National Geographic series 'Underdogs' and a new David Attenborough documentary focused on oceans. For sci-fi fans, 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' was announced for its fifth and final season. Political thrillers are also in production, with Kathryn Bigelow working on a new project.

The world of video games also had several updates. 'Fallout 76' received a major 'Gone Fission' fishing update, and Nintendo launched its Switch 2 console with midnight on-sale events in major cities. The Summer Game Fest Play Days event showcased a new LEGO game and 'Final Fantasy'-themed 'Magic: The Gathering' cards. For role-playing game enthusiasts, the single-player pen-and-paper RPG 'HOME,' which focuses on defending one's home from giant monsters, was highlighted. Furthermore, 'PlayStation: The Concert' tour was announced.

Finally, The Academy revealed that Tom Cruise and Dolly Parton are set to receive honorary Oscars, celebrating their significant contributions to cinema and entertainment. Will Ferrell is also set to adapt 'Eurovision' into a Broadway musical, expanding the reach of the popular song contest.