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In brief: ‘Shrek 5’ casting, and more

Shrek 5 has added two new cast members. DreamWorks announced in a post on the film's official Instagram page Thursday that comedian and Saturday Night Live cast member Marcello Hernandez and Superman and The Righteous Gemstones actor Skyler Gisondo had joined the movie. The two actors will voice Shrek and Fiona's sons Fergus and Farkle, according to Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation's parent company ...British playwright Tom Stoppard, who won the Oscar for best original screenplay for 1998's Shakespeare in Love, […]

December 1, 2025

‘Zootopia 2’ wins the Thanksgiving weekend with 6 million

Entertainment

‘Zootopia 2’ wins the Thanksgiving weekend with $156 million

Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman) and Judy Hopps (Ginnifer Goodwin) in 'Zootopia 2.' (Walt Disney Studios)Zootopia 2, the sequel to the 2016 Disney animated film, was the holiday box office champ, bringing in $156 million during the five-day Thanksgiving day weekend, Box Office Mojo reports.According to Variety, that holiday take marks the second-best Thanksgiving opening for a film following 2024’s Moana 2, which brought in $225 million.Wicked: For Good also had a strong Thanksgiving box office, earning $93 million for a second place […]

December 1, 2025 1

Entertainment

Jordan L. Jones says final ‘Bel-Air’ season sees Jazz embrace vulnerability, acceptance

Key art for season 4 of 'Bel-Air' (Peacock)Jazz is known for his unique style and entrepreneurial spirit on Bel-Air — and while that will remain true in the fourth and final season of the Peacock series, Jordan L. Jones says two themes define his character's journey this time around."What you have to look for ... [with] my character is obviously more vulnerability," he tells ABC Audio. "But I also think acceptance is one of the themes that Jazz is going to go through."Jordan […]

December 1, 2025

Music

Queen celebrates 50 years of ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ with new immersive video

Queen's 'Bohemian Rhapsody' artwork/(Hollywood Records/EMI)Queen is wrapping their five-part Queen the Greatest YouTube series with the release of a special “Bohemian Rhapsody” video.To mark the 50th anniversary of the song’s nine-week run on top of the U.K. singles chart, Queen has released “The ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ 360 Experience,” a video that features moving images of the band performing the song live, the track's original promotional video, on-screen lyrics and more.In order to get the full 360-degree experience, folks on a laptop […]

December 1, 2025

Health

Why Kids With Autism May Want To Learn Multiple Languages

During Celia Romero’s research on kids with autism, she uncovered a widespread misconception: many families had been advised to avoid teaching their child a second language. That guidance wasn’t backed by science. In fact, new research suggests that multilingualism may actually support executive functioning and social skills in kids on the spectrum. While more data is needed, this work opens the door to greater opportunities for learning and connection. Guest Information: Celia Romero, cognitive behavioral neuroscience PhD student, University of […]

November 30, 2025 1

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The Pet Boom That Never Really Ended

America’s love for pets has grown into a cultural shift that reshapes how we live and spend. What began as companionship has transformed into a deep, generational attachment that fuels a massive industry and redefines who we view as core family members. Mark Cushing, founder, CEO, Animal Policy Group, author, Pet Nation Dan Rubenstein, founder, CEO, PUPS Pet Club, Chicago. Links for more info: Mark Cushing Website Pups Pet Club – Dan Rubenstein & Our Story Pet Population Growth – […]

November 30, 2025

Health

Are Cluster Headaches The Worst Pain A Human Can Experience?

Cluster headaches are rare but devastating for the people who experience them. These attacks can strike repeatedly in a single day and may go undiagnosed for years. Specialists say greater awareness, research, and individualized treatment are urgently needed to help those living with this invisible, and often debilitating, condition. Guest Information: Tom Zeller Jr., author, The Headache Dr. Amaal Starling, headache neurologist, associate professor of neurology, Mayo Clinic Links for more info: Zeller Website Zeller LinkedIn Zeller Instagram Starling LinkedIn […]

November 30, 2025

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Shutdown Fallout: The Families Left Waiting For Help

When the government shut down for 43 days this past October and November, tens of millions of Americans suddenly found the support they rely on slipping out of reach. The disruption revealed just how vulnerable SNAP recipients are when politics stalls and the system falters. We delve into how the SNAP system really works and break some of the misconceptions behind this government service. Jessica Bollinger, case manager, homeless shelter, North Carolina Gina Plato-Niño, SNAP Director, Food Research & Action […]

November 30, 2025

Music

Son of Jackson Browne dies at age 52

Ethan Browne and dad Jackson Browne during "Raising Helen" Los Angeles Premiere - Arrivals at El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, California, United States. (Photo by SGranitz/WireImage)Singer/songwriter Jackson Browne’s eldest son, Ethan Browne, has died, according to a statement posted on the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer's website.“It is with deep sorrow that we share that on the morning of November 25, 2025, Ethan Browne, the son of Jackson Browne and Phyllis Major, was found unresponsive in his home and has passed away,” […]

November 26, 2025