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Netflix just made screen time safer for millions of young kids with a new gaming app that has zero ads, no hidden costs, and works offline. Parents can finally relax knowing their children are playing with Peppa Pig and Sesame Street characters in a completely safe digital space.
While other entertainment companies pull back, Netflix has created more than 425,000 jobs worldwide and invested $135 billion in film and TV productions. The streaming giant's commitment comes as Hollywood faces production challenges and location battles.
Netflix and Righters House are bringing professional screenwriting training directly to emerging Saudi writers across three regions. The three-month program will equip 18 participants with the skills to develop feature films and strengthen the Kingdom's growing creative industry.
A tiny Australian town 78 kilometers north of Perth is getting a Hollywood-style economic boost as Netflix films its first Western Australia series in the region. The production is creating 100 local jobs and injecting $19 million into Gingin's economy.
K-pop superstars BTS reunited after nearly three years apart, and 18.4 million fans around the world tuned in to watch their Netflix comeback concert. The free livestream reached viewers in over 190 countries, marking one of the platform's biggest live music events.
After 20 years in Japanese entertainment, Zainichi Korean actress Hyunri just landed her first Korean drama role on Netflix's "Is this love translatable?" Her journey from street casting offers to law school and back to acting shows how patience and persistence pay off.
After four years apart, global K-pop sensation BTS is reuniting for a massive comeback concert that Netflix will stream live to 190 countries on March 21. The septet will release their new album ARIRANG and perform a free concert in Seoul, marking one of the largest live K-pop events in history.
A new Netflix documentary filmed incredibly rare mountain gorilla behavior that researchers typically wait a decade to witness. The film reveals striking similarities between gorillas and humans while celebrating conservation wins in Rwanda.
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A new Netflix movie follows a 49-year-old woman who transforms her life after spontaneously accepting an au pair job in France. The film celebrates self-discovery and personal freedom at any age.
Rock climbing legend Alex Honnold will scale Taiwan's 1,667-foot Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes this Saturday, broadcast live on Netflix. The father of two has trained for months to tackle the earthquake-proof tower's challenging "bamboo box" design.
Singer Noah Kahan announced his deeply personal Netflix documentary exploring his mental health journey, body dysmorphia, and family life will stream April 13, 2026. The film marks the first time the "Stick Season" artist has opened up about his struggles outside of his music.
Netflix's new series "The Boroughs" just proved that blockbuster entertainment can be a win for both local economies and the planet. The production created over 350 jobs while slashing fuel consumption by nearly 13,000 gallons.
A new Netflix documentary revisits the 1980 "Miracle on Ice" with never-before-seen footage, reminding us of a time when Americans rallied together around joy instead of tragedy. The film drops Friday and captures what it feels like when an entire nation celebrates as one.
After losing her father and taking over the family business, Dharna Durga turned to content creation and built a following of millions. Now she's acting alongside Madhuri Dixit in Netflix's Maa Behen.
Tanmay Shekhar walked away from a stable data career in the US to make an independent film with no stars, no studio, and no guarantees. His crowdfunded movie Nukkad Natak now streams on Netflix, proving passion and persistence can beat the odds.
A new Netflix documentary about Olympic ice dancers offers surprising career wisdom that applies far beyond the rink. From the power of partnerships to handling unexpected setbacks, elite athletes show us what success really looks like.
A video store penalty in 1997 sparked an idea that would eliminate late fees forever and change how billions of people watch movies. Reed Hastings didn't just complain about the system—he rebuilt it.
A bold new Mexican series starring Paulina Dávila challenges outdated views on disability and sexuality with authentic storytelling. Created by Luis Cámara and Gabrielle Galanter, the seven-episode drama proves representation can be both respectful and revolutionary.
When director Joe Carnahan made The Rip, he wove a touching real-life tribute into the crime thriller that's moving audiences to tears. The film's dedication to 11-year-old Jake William Casiano transforms a standard cop drama into something far more meaningful.
Spry Fox bought itself back from Netflix to make its upcoming game Spirit Crossing accessible to everyone, not just streaming subscribers. The indie studio chose community over corporate security so friends can play together regardless of membership status.
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