Soho News Today — October 14, 2026
Jimmy Kimmel Takes Aim at Trump’s New Press Secretary: ‘Her Reading is Good for an 11 Year Old’ and more — today's soho signal.
From politics to pop culture, today's news has something for everyone. Jimmy Kimmel's recent roast of Trump's new press secretary made headlines, with the late-night host questioning her reading level. Meanwhile, in a heartwarming turn of events, legendary musician Joni Mitchell has officially become a U.S. citizen, marking the end of a 62-year journey.
In the world of entertainment, fans of classic video games can now play 'Street Fighter 2' arcade online, just ahead of the film's release in theaters. And for those who grew up with 'American Girl' books, get ready for a blast from the past with a twist: author Valerie Tripp has reimagined beloved character Samantha Parkington as an adult in her new historical fiction novel.
Today's signal:
• Jimmy Kimmel Takes Aim at Trump’s New Press Secretary: ‘Her Reading is Good for an 11 Year Old’ (rollingstone.com)
• Joni Mitchell Becomes a U.S. Citizen: ‘A Journey That Began 62 Years Ago’ (rollingstone.com)
• Ahead of ‘Street Fighter’ in Theaters, Play Your Own Retro Game at Home: Here’s Where to Buy ‘Street Fighter 2’ Arcade Online (variety.com)
• How ‘American Girl’ Author Aged Up Samantha Parkington for Adult Historical Fiction Novel: ‘It Would Never Be Spicy’ (variety.com)