Salon News Today — November 14, 2026
Jason Voorhees Makes His Animated Debut in New ‘Never Hike Alone’ Short and more — today's salon signal.
The world of entertainment is buzzing with exciting new developments, and today is no exception. Horror fans are in for a treat as Jason Voorhees, the infamous villain from the Friday the 13th franchise, is making his animated debut in a new short film titled 'Never Hike Alone'. This move is sure to thrill fans of the genre and introduce the character to a new audience. Meanwhile, in the music world, singer-songwriter Jake Bugg is back with a new release, 'Alamo', which promises to remind listeners of his unique talent and style.
But it's not all about established franchises and artists, as newcomers and fresh ideas are also making waves. In New York City, a unique video game design competition is being launched by Zohran Mamdani, with a twist that incorporates the city's transit system. This two-day event is particularly timely, given the upcoming launch of 'GTA 6', one of the most highly anticipated games of the year. As the entertainment landscape continues to evolve, it's exciting to see how different mediums and genres are intersecting and influencing each other, and we can't wait to see what the future holds for fans of music, film, and gaming.
Today's signal:
• Jason Voorhees Makes His Animated Debut in New ‘Never Hike Alone’ Short (variety.com)
• Jake Bugg Remembers Who He Is on ‘Alamo’ (rollingstone.com)
• Zohran Mamdani Launches Two-Day NYC Youth Video Game Design Competition With a Transit Twist Ahead of ‘GTA 6’ Launch (EXCLUSIVE) (variety.com)