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On This Day, Dec. 1, 1944: The Doors drummer John Densmore is born

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On This Day, Dec. 1, 1944: The Doors drummer John Densmore is born

On This Day, Dec. 1, 1944…John Paul Densmore, drummer of the rock band The Doors, was born in Los Angeles, California.Densmore co-founded The Doors in 1965 along with frontman Jim Morrison, guitarist Robby Kreiger and keyboardist Ray Manzarek. They released their self-titled debut in 1967, which featured their breakthrough single “Light My Fire." Both the album and the song were inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame and chosen by […]

todayDecember 1, 2025

Aerosmith & Yungblud collaborative EP makes top-10 debut

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Aerosmith & Yungblud collaborative EP makes top-10 debut

'One More Time' EP artwork. (Capitol Records. Artwork by Joe Foti/Chrome Hearts)Aerosmith is back in the top 10.The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers’ EP with Yungblud, One More Time, debuted at #9 on the Billboard 200 Albums chart this week, moving 39,000 equivalent album units. Of that number, 37,000 were in traditional album sales, landing the EP at #3 on the Top Album Sales chart.The EP is now Aerosmith’s 10th […]

todayDecember 1, 2025

In brief: ‘Shrek 5’ casting, and more

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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 […]

todayDecember 1, 2025

‘Zootopia 2’ wins the Thanksgiving weekend with 6 million

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‘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 […]

todayDecember 1, 2025 1

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

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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 […]

todayDecember 1, 2025

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

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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 […]

todayDecember 1, 2025

Why Kids With Autism May Want To Learn Multiple Languages

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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 […]

todayNovember 30, 2025 1

The Pet Boom That Never Really Ended

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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 […]

todayNovember 30, 2025

Are Cluster Headaches The Worst Pain A Human Can Experience?

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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 […]

todayNovember 30, 2025

Shutdown Fallout: The Families Left Waiting For Help

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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, […]

todayNovember 30, 2025