It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s #1: ‘Superman’ debuts on top the box office chart

Alon Amir/Warner Bros. PicturesThe latest reboot of Superman, starring David Corenswet as the Man of Steel, soared into the top spot at the box office this weekend, bringing in $122 million in its debut week.According to Variety, the haul earns Superman the third biggest box office opening of 2025, behind A Minecraft Movie, which earned $162 million in its debut weekend, and Lilo & Stitch, which brought in $146 million.Last weekend’s #1, Jurassic World: Rebirth, slipped to second this weekend, bringing in $40 […]

July 14, 2025

Music

Will The Who’s upcoming farewell tour really be their last?

Katja Ogrin/RedfernsThe Who will launch The Song Is Over North American Farewell Tour in August, and while so far they haven’t announced additional dates anywhere outside North America, that doesn’t necessarily mean they are out of the question.A new Pollstar article features an interview with the band’s manager, Bill Curbishley, and Live Nation tour promoter Steve Herman about the tour, and both think more shows are a possibility."I’ve been asking, believe me," Herman says. "I don’t expect them to do too many more shows, but […]

July 14, 2025

Health

Don’t Blame Growing Pains: The Dangers Of Ignoring Childhood Pain

Chronic pain in children is often dismissed as “growing pains,” but ignoring it can lead to lifelong health and socioeconomic consequences. Dr. Tonya Palermo emphasizes the need for better pain education and early intervention to help kids avoid long-term damage. Guest Information: Dr. Tonya Palermo, Professor of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, University of Washington, Director, Center for Child Health, Behavior and Development, Seattle Children’s Hospital Links for more info: Seattle Childrens: Dr. Tonya Palermo UW Medicine: Dr. Tonya Palermo The […]

July 13, 2025 2

Viewpoints

Why More Retirees Are Choosing This Option

As inflation and housing costs rise across the U.S., a growing number of retirees are looking beyond the border for a more affordable lifestyle. We speak with a couple enjoying their retirement in Ecuador, and a longtime expat who made the move more than two decades ago. Guest Information: Holly and Mark Deckard, retired couple living in Ecuador David Morrill, expat living in Ecuador Links for more info: Fortune: Boomers are leaving America to retire abroad in droves because the […]

July 13, 2025 1

Health

Inside The Ambulance: Chaos, Camaraderie, And The Calls You Never See On TV

In the daily life of a paramedic, true emergencies are rare, resources are thin, and burnout runs high. Instead of glamorized rescues, medics often face issues that would be better handled by social workers and lawyers. This week, Joanna Sokol details her experience on the job and why the field is desperate for better worker rights. Guest Information: Joanna Sokol, Author, A Real Emergency Links for more info: Penguin Random House: Joanna Sokol Penguin Random House: A Real Emergency The […]

July 13, 2025 1

Viewpoints

Why Are All Major U.S. Cities Sinking?

Across the U.S. and around the world, major cities are slowly sinking. This phenomenon—called land subsidence—is driven by groundwater overuse, rapid urban development and is intensified by climate change. In this segment, experts Tom Parsons and Pietro Teatini break down what’s causing the ground to drop, why it’s happening faster in some places than others, and what can be done to slow or manage the damage before it’s too late. Guest Information: Pietro Teatini, Professor of Hydrology and Hydraulic Construction, […]

July 13, 2025 1

Music

Jeff Lynne battling ‘systemic infection,’ cancels ELO’s final show ever in London

Theo Wargo/Getty Images for Songwriters Hall of Fame) Jeff Lynne’s ELO was supposed to play their final show ever Sunday, headlining London’s BST Hyde Park, but the concert is no longer going on as planned.After canceling their show Thursday in Manchester due to illness, Lynne has now axed the London show as well, also for health reasons."Jeff Lynne is heartbroken to report that he will not be able to perform at tomorrow’s BST Hyde Park show,” read a message on social media. […]

July 12, 2025 1

Music

50th anniversary of ‘Fleetwood Mac’ celebrated with new upgraded audio releases

RhinoThe 50th anniversary of Fleetwood Mac’s 1975 self-titled album is being celebrated with two new upgraded audio releases. Rhino is set to release the album on Blu-ray Audio and High Fidelity vinyl on Aug. 8.The Blu-ray will feature the album in Dolby ATMOS, along with a 5.1 surround sound mix. The Rhino High Fidelity vinyl was cut directly from the original analog master tapes and will be limited to only 5,000 individually numbered copies.There will also be another vinyl, limited to only 2,000 […]

July 11, 2025 1

Entertainment

Joseph Quinn on being cast in The Beatles films: ‘It’s beyond my wildest dreams’

Gerald Matzka/Getty ImagesStranger Things actor Joseph Quinn has opened up about getting to play rock legend George Harrison in director Sam Mendes’ upcoming films about The Beatles.According to The Standard, Quinn spoke to the PA news agency on the red carpet for the U.K. premiere of his film The Fantastic Four: First Steps. He said being in the Beatles film is something he never could have dreamed of. "It feels exciting, it feels a little daunting," Quinn shared. "I’m definitely inspired by the three men that I’m working […]

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