Vulture's deep dive into the 2026 Emmy ballot reveals strategic submissions and surprise contenders like 'The Pitt' and 'Traitors,' plus Heather Gay's campaign.
entertainmentSaturday, June 20, 2026
Emmys ballot analysis and tech satire lead
Today's entertainment coverage is split between deep dives into industry awards politics and playful critiques of modern tech frustrations. The Emmy ballot analysis offers a strategic look at the 2026 race, while a satirical piece on rage-inducing tech problems parodies religious documents for laughs.
Awards and satire
Two pieces capture the day's range: one a serious Emmy breakdown, the other a humorous take on tech annoyances.
The Ringer's satirical list of 40 tech frustrations frames broken apps and bad bots as a fictional papal encyclical on AI.
Music and fashion
Music and fashion stories offer lighter fare, from asteroid dedications to bridal trends.
Elliott Smith gets an asteroid named after him, thanks to a filmmaker's campaign, extending his legacy beyond music.
Dua Lipa's wedding headpiece and New York Bridal Fashion Week signal pillbox hats and feather plumes as the 2026 bridal trend.
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