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Kumail Nanjiani thought ‘Eternals’ would bring Marvel roles ‘for the next 10 years’

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Kumail Nanjiani thought ‘Eternals’ would bring Marvel roles ‘for the next 10 years’

Kumail Nanjiani attends the 31st Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards on February 23, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. (Amy Sussman/Getty Images)Kumail Nanjiani expected his time in the Marvel Cinematic Universe to lead to many more jobs.The actor portrayed Kingo in the 2021 Chloé Zhao film Eternals, for which he underwent a major physical transformation. Nanjiani spoke about his experience after the film was released during a recent appearance on the Working It Out podcast.“It came out, […]

todayAugust 25, 2025

Neil Young plays Crazy Horse song ‘Long Walk Home’ for first time in 36 years

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Neil Young plays Crazy Horse song ‘Long Walk Home’ for first time in 36 years

Neil Young performs on the Pyramid stage during day four of Glastonbury festival 2025 at Worthy Farm, Pilton on June 28, 2025 in Glastonbury, England. Samir Hussein/WireImageNeil Young played his song "Long Walk Home" for the first time in 36 years during his concert in Wantagh, New York, on Saturday."Long Walk Home" was originally recorded for Young's 1987 album Life with Crazy Horse, and he last performed it in 1989. In breaking it […]

todayAugust 25, 2025

In brief: ‘The Institute’ renewed for season 2 on MGM+ and more

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In brief: ‘The Institute’ renewed for season 2 on MGM+ and more

Dexter: Original Sin is not continuing with a second season. Despite getting a season 2 renewal announcement in April, Paramount has decided not to go forward with more episodes of the prequel show, Variety reports. The show debuted in December 2024 and finished its run in February 2025. This does not mean the Dexter franchise is done, however. Paramount is planning on opening up a writers room for a potential season 2 of Dexter: Resurrection, which […]

todayAugust 25, 2025

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ tracks down #1 box office debut

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‘KPop Demon Hunters’ tracks down #1 box office debut

Still from 'KPop Demon Hunters.' NetflixKPop Demon Hunters has gone from streaming hit to box office success.The Netflix animated film, which, as its title suggests, follows a K-pop group that also hunts demons, debuted at #1 during its first week in theaters. According to Box Office Mojo, KPop Demon Hunters led all movies with a total gross of $18 million. Horror film Weapons slotted in at #2 following two weeks leading the box office, […]

todayAugust 25, 2025

Baby we were born to celebrate: Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Born to Run’ turns 50

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Baby we were born to celebrate: Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Born to Run’ turns 50

Cover of Bruce Springsteen's 'Born to Run'/Columbia Records/Legacy RecordingsIt was 50 years ago — Aug. 25, 1975 — that Bruce Springsteen released his third studio album, Born to Run, which was a massive hit. But it turns out, it was a make-or-break album for the New Jersey rocker.After the commercial failure of his first two albums, 1973’s Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J. and The Wild, The Innocent and the E Street Shuffle, Bruce was in danger […]

todayAugust 25, 2025

Pop’s Power Shift: From Madonna To Taylor Swift, Chappell Roan And Olivia Rodrigo

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Pop’s Power Shift: From Madonna To Taylor Swift, Chappell Roan And Olivia Rodrigo

Earlier this month, the online announcement of Taylor Swift’s twelfth studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl” almost crashed YouTube because millions of Swifties flooded the platform. This week – we cover how female pop stardom has reached record new heights and how early female pop stars like Madonna paved the way for future musicians in this genre. Guest Information: Jennifer Keishin Armstrong, historian, pop culture expert, author, Pop Star […]

todayAugust 24, 2025 1

The Best Way To Protect Athletes From Overuse Injuries

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The Best Way To Protect Athletes From Overuse Injuries

Many young athletes are focusing on a single sport year-round, but new research shows this can lead to longer recovery times, higher re-injury rates, and more serious injuries. Our expert explains how this impacts the athletes’ careers later in life and recommends a protocol that will reduce overuse injuries. Guest Information: Nathan Fitton, Associate Professor of Orthopedics, Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Team Physician, MSU Athletics, Links for […]

todayAugust 24, 2025

Part 1: Beyond Lesson Plans: How Teachers Navigate Tech, Bullying & A Lack Of Connection In The Classroom

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Part 1: Beyond Lesson Plans: How Teachers Navigate Tech, Bullying & A Lack Of Connection In The Classroom

A new school year is underway, and teachers aren’t just juggling lesson plans, but are navigating a maze of social media drama, tech distractions, and the emotional needs of their many students. This week, in part one of this two-part story, two educators join us to share how they’re navigating the often-invisible challenges that follow kids into the classroom. Guest Information: Lindsay, fourth grade elementary school teacher, Chicago suburbs. Kathleen […]

todayAugust 24, 2025 1

Facing Dementia: Early Detection And Advancements In Treatment

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Facing Dementia: Early Detection And Advancements In Treatment

Dementia can be a scary diagnosis. And though it’s an umbrella term for many conditions, identifying the specific cause is crucial for effective treatment. While most cases aren’t curable, our expert explains how advances like new blood tests, medications, and lifestyle changes can make a noticeable difference. Guest Information: Dr. Peter Rabins, Professor Emeritus in the Departments of Psychiatry and Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Author, Is It […]

todayAugust 24, 2025

‘Emily in Paris’ assistant director Diego Borella dies at 47 while filming season 5

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‘Emily in Paris’ assistant director Diego Borella dies at 47 while filming season 5

Lily Collins as Emily in 'Emily in Paris.' (Giulia Parmigiani/Netflix)Diego Borella, an assistant director on Emily in Paris, has died at the age of 47."We are deeply saddened to confirm the sudden passing of a member of the Emily in Paris production family," a Paramount Television Studios spokesperson told ABC News in a statement. "Our hearts go out to the individual's family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time."Borella […]

todayAugust 23, 2025