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Miley Cyrus’ ‘Hannah Montana special’ — and its music — are streaming successes

Miley Cyrus in the 'Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special.' (Disney/Ser Baffo)For a show that didn't exist until Miley Cyrus spoke it into existence, the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special has been quite a hit.The Disney+ and Hulu special debuted March 24 and featured Miley singing Hannah Montana hits, reminiscing on a replica of the show's set, sitting down for an interview with Call Her Daddy's Alex Cooper and welcoming guests like Selena Gomez and Chappell Roan. According to Disney, it drew […]

March 30, 2026

Entertainment

In brief: Hudson Williams, Dylan O’Brien to star in ‘Apparatus’ and more

Hudson Williams and Dylan O'Brien have found their next project. Deadline reports that the actors are set to star in Apparatus, which is described to be a darkly comedic thriller. The movie will be the feature directorial debut of actress Sofia Banzhaf. She wrote the film with Grayson Moore. It follows a rideshare driver who falls under the influence of an entrepreneur who offers him a future in his handheld massager business ...Tom Hanks is set to reunite with his […]

March 30, 2026

Entertainment

‘Project Hail Mary’ retains #1 spot, now biggest Hollywood film of 2026 so far

Ryan Gosling stars as Ryland Grace in 'Project Hail Mary.' (Amazon MGM Studios)Ryan Gosling's sci-fi smash Project Hail Mary is #1 again at the box office, and it's set a number of records as well.The film grossed over $54 million in its second weekend to retain the top spot, according to Box Office Mojo. And according to Deadline, the film's worldwide gross of just over $300 million makes it the highest-grossing film ever for Amazon MGM Studios, which was formed in […]

March 30, 2026

Music

50 years of Steve Miller Band’s ‘Fly Like An Eagle’ celebrated with limited-edition picture disc

Steve Miller Band's 'Fly Like An Eagle' (UMe)This year marks the 50th anniversary of Steve Miller Band’s ninth studio album, Fly Like An Eagle, a milestone that will be marked with a special release.A limited-edition picture disc pressing of the album will be released on May 15, 50 years to the day of the original album’s release. It will feature the album’s cover on side A, with a rare photo of Miller from the album’s recording sessions on side B.Fly […]

March 30, 2026

Viewpoints

Culture Crash: A Version Of Harry Styles We Love To Hear

Welcome to Culture Crash, where we examine American culture – what’s new and old in entertainment… Harry Styles has been famous since he was a teenager, traveling the world as a member of One Direction and then launching his solo career. On his own, he’s managed to hit stratospheric heights across a number of endeavors. He won the Grammy for Album of the Year for his 2022 album Harry’s House, acted in several films including the 2017 Best Picture nominee […]

March 29, 2026

Viewpoints

Viewpoints Explained: The Steps That Will Lessen Your Intake Of Microplastics

This is Viewpoints Explained… Microplastics, the tiny shards of plastic barely visible to the eye, are turning up in places we never expected. in recent years, researchers have found them in human blood, lung tissue, the placenta, breast milk and even the brain. The biggest question is: how harmful are these particles once inside the body? Researchers are still working to answer that question. a 2024 study published in the New England Journal Of Medicine found microplastics deep within the […]

March 29, 2026

Viewpoints

The Push To Free America’s Rivers

We look at why thousands of dams are coming down across the U.S. and what changes happen once a river is no longer held back. In places like the Klamath River, the shift is already visible, offering a clearer picture of what restoration can look like and lead to. Guests: Ann Willis, California regional director, American Rivers, senior advisor, American Rivers Action Fund. Amy Bowers Cordalis, Yurok tribal member, founder, Ridges to Riffles, author, The Water Remembers. Across the country, […]

March 29, 2026

Viewpoints

Part 2: The Case For The Humanities In A Changing Job Market

We look at what life actually looks like after a humanities degree, where the path forward is often unclear and non-linear. For many graduates, the value shows up later, as they move between roles and lean on skills that translate across industries Guests: Anna VanWingerden, graduate, Columbia College Chicago, master’s student, education, Loyola University Chicago Carlo Rotella, professor, English, Boston College, author, What Can I Get Out of This? Teaching and Learning in a Classroom Full of Skeptics VanWingerden earned […]

March 29, 2026

Health

Medical Notes: The Supplement That May Cause Birth Defects, The Biological Component Of Anorexia, And How Fish Are Improving The Shelf Life Of Drugs

Too much of a popular supplement could be setting the stage for unexpected birth defects. A study published in Frontiers In Cell And Developmental Biology warns that high doses of common antioxidants, like NAC, can negatively alter sperm DNA. In mouse models, this change led to differences in the offspring’s skull and face shape. Even when the father appeared perfectly healthy, his high intake of antioxidants resulted in female offspring with smaller skulls and closer-set eyes. NAC is a key […]

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