June 17, 2026
Latinos are showing out at the 2026 FIFA World Cup!
While every nation is chasing the same trophy, one thing remains true. As Latinos when one of us wins, we all win. The World Cup is one of the few moments where millions of Latinos around the world come together to celebrate our culture, our communities, and our love for the beautiful game. It is also a time when we see unexpected friendships and connections form across borders. Just look at the recent Mexico and South Korea friendship that has flourished through the world of soccer.
The teams are not the only ones making headlines. Latino talent is taking center stage throughout the tournament, with global stars like Shakira, Daddy Yankee, Alejandro Fernández, and many more helping bring the energy and excitement of the World Cup to fans across the globe.
Mexico kicked off the tournament in unforgettable fashion at the legendary Estadio Azteca, where iconic Mexican rock band Maná performed during the opening ceremony before Mexico secured a 2-0 victory in front of a roaring home crowd.
From the players on the pitch to the artists on stage, Latino talent is shining throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup. No matter which team you're rooting for, there is plenty of Latino pride to celebrate this summer. Que viva el fútbol!
Tune in and support the teams on Telemundo Peacock!
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Interested in a career in television casting? Applications are now open for the CBS Studios Casting Fellowship!
This paid fellowship is designed to help identify and develop emerging talent in television casting through hands-on training and mentorship from the CBS Studios Casting Team. Fellows will work directly with the CBS Studios New York Casting Team and gain valuable experience throughout the casting process from start to finish.
The program offers aspiring casting professionals the opportunity to build industry knowledge, develop professional connections, and learn from experienced casting executives in a collaborative environment.
The deadline to apply is July 15, 2026. If you're based in New York and interested in breaking into the world of television casting, be sure to apply before the deadline!
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Looking to break into television writing? Applications are now open for the NBC TV Writers Program!
The NBC TV Writers Program supports emerging episodic television writers and helps develop the next generation of showrunners and content creators. Throughout the program, participants work closely with NBCUniversal executives and mentors while developing an original pilot and preparing their materials for staffing opportunities.
At the conclusion of the program, participants will be considered for available staff writer positions across NBCUniversal Television and Streaming as well as Universal Studio Group series.
Applications are open now through June 21, 2026. If you're an aspiring television writer looking to take the next step in your career, be sure to apply before the deadline!
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One of our very own NHMC's Series Scriptwriters Program alumni Natalie Messier, is releasing a book!
Every Version of You is Messier's debut novel and is set to release on July 7, 2026. The story follows Joey Vasquez, a successful Los Angeles lawyer whose life looks perfect on paper but feels far from what she imagined. After a life-changing event, Joey finds herself back in college with the chance to relive her past and pursue the person she's loved for years.
Be sure to keep an eye out for Every Version of You ahead of its July 7th release and pre-order your copy now!
The WBD Access x HBO Max Production Management Program aims to identify and elevate high-performing talent with a strong, long-term commitment to becoming Line Producers.
This opportunity is designed for experienced production professionals looking to advance their careers toward becoming Line Producers. Selected participants will attend a one-week intensive in Los Angeles featuring workshops, mentorship, networking opportunities, and direct access to industry leaders from HBOMax and Warner Bros. Discovery.
Participants will gain hands-on training, connect with production executives, and develop the leadership skills needed to succeed in high-end television production. Following the program, participants may also be considered for future staffing opportunities across the Warner Bros. Discovery network.
Applications are open now through July 13, 2026. Be sure to apply before the deadline!
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The New York Knicks have done it! The franchise's last title came in 1973, making this one of the biggest moments in New York sports history.
Dominican-American star Karl-Anthony Towns and Puerto Rican guard Jose Alvarado played key roles in the team's historic championship run, helping bring the trophy back to New York.
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Less than 24 hours after the championship-clinching victory, Alvarado was already celebrating at theNew York City's Puerto Rican Day Parade alongside Mayor Zohran Mamdani, proudly representing both Knicks fans and the Puerto Rican community.
The NBA championship parade is set for Thursday, June 18 at 10 a.m., beginning near Battery Park and traveling through the iconic “Canyon of Heroes” before ending at City Hall. Be sure to get ready for a sea of blue and orange as New York celebrates its first NBA championship in more than five decades!
Broken Land is now available On Demand as of June 12, 2026!
Directed by Joseph T. Walker, the drama follows Carson Tidwell, a rancher living in rural Texas whose life takes an unexpected turn after he accidentally shoots a pregnant migrant woman crossing his land. As she recovers, the two form an unexpected bond that changes their perspectives and helps them heal from past wounds.
Starring David Morse, Jaklyn Bejarano, and Bill Heck, Broken Land explores family, compassion, and the realities faced by migrants along the U.S.-Mexico border.
Academy Award winner Javier Bardem is back on screen in the new thriller series Cape Fear, now streaming on Apple TV.
The series follows a married couple whose lives are turned upside down when Max Cady, played by Bardem, is released from prison and begins seeking revenge for events from their past.
Based on the classic 1991 Cape Fear story, the series stars Amy Adams, Patrick Wilson, and Javier Bardem, whose chilling performance has already captured the attention of viewers.
New episodes of Cape Fear premiere weekly on AppleTV.
