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George Clooney Pulls Out Of Public Appearances Citing Health Issues George Clooney Pulls Out Of Public Appearances Citing Health Issues
George Clooney Pulls Out Of Public Appearances Citing Health Issues George Clooney abruptly bowed out of his public appearances, with health issues sidelining the 64-year-old star from promoting his new film. Clooney began feeling unwell on Wednesday, Aug. 27, in Italy, and was advised to return home to rest, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Click here for a new, updated story - From Sickbed To Standing O: George Clooney Returns To Red Carpet For Movie Premiere His absence was keenly felt during the day on Thursday, Aug. 28, at the Venice Film Festival. He missed the official press conference for the Netflix movie Jay Kelly, leaving director Noah Bau…

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
Paramount Pulls Plug On Dexter: Original Sin Paramount Pulls Plug On Dexter: Original Sin
Paramount Pulls Plug On Dexter: Original Sin Dexter: Original Sin just lost its second act, but the franchise’s pulse beats on.  Paramount is shifting its focus to Dexter: Resurrection, bringing Michael C. Hall’s antihero back to center stage. On Friday, Aug. 22, Paramount opted not to proceed with season two of Dexter: Original Sin after announcing a renewal in April.  The Hollywood Reporter says the 1991-set prequel had been idle since its first season wrapped, with no production start ever scheduled. Original Sin featured Patrick Gibson as a college-age Dexter and Christian Slater as Harry, mapping the code that turned …

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Apple TV+ Raises Rates As Streaming Rivals Launch New Apps, Hike Prices Apple TV+ Raises Rates As Streaming Rivals Launch New Apps, Hike Prices
Apple TV+ Raises Rates As Streaming Rivals Launch New Apps, Hike Prices The home of "Ted Lasso," "Severance," and "For All Mankind" is about to get a little more expensive. Apple TV+ is raising its monthly subscription price from $9.99 to $12.99, according to the streaming platform's website. This is the third time Apple TV+ has increased its price since launching in 2019, The Verge reported. The change will go into effect after a seven-day trial for new users on Thursday, Aug. 21. Current subscribers will see the higher rate 30 days after their next renewal date. Apple spokesperson Tom Neumayr confirmed the price hike in an email to The Verge. “Since it laun…

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by Chris Spiker
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MSNBC Gets New Name, Drops Peacock Logo: Here's Why MSNBC Gets New Name, Drops Peacock Logo: Here's Why
MSNBC Gets New Name, Drops Peacock Logo: Here's Why MSNBC will undergo its biggest identity shift in decades, as the cable TV network splits from NBC News. The channel will be known as "MS Now" by the end of 2025, CNBC reported. MS Now's name will be an abbreviation for "My Source News Opinion World." MSNBC and CNBC are expected to be spun off into a new media company called Versant as Comcast sheds NBCUniversal's cable channels. The separation means MS Now and CNBC will be run as completely separate news operations from NBC News. Versant CEO Mark Lazarus told MSNBC staffers in January that the left-leaning network would keep its name.…

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by Chris Spiker
Politics
'South Park' Torches Noem, Vance, ICE In Latest Episode: Trump Admin. Fires Back 'South Park' Torches Noem, Vance, ICE In Latest Episode: Trump Admin. Fires Back
'South Park' Torches Noem, Vance, ICE In Latest Episode: Trump Admin. Fires Back "South Park" made Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem its latest target, escalating the feud between the iconic adult cartoon and the federal agency. Noem and Vice President JD Vance were the newest Trump administration members depicted on South Park. The Comedy Central and Paramount+ show's latest episode debuted on Wednesday, Aug. 6. The second episode of season 27 harshly criticized Immigration and Customs Enforcement's tactics used in carrying out President Donald Trump's mass deportation goals. South Park also skewered Noem for her role leading DHS, along with her media appearances…

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by Chris Spiker
Sports
Apple TV+ Owen Wilson Acclaimed Series Stick Scores Renewal Apple TV+ Owen Wilson Acclaimed Series Stick Scores Renewal
Apple TV+ Owen Wilson Acclaimed Series Stick Scores Renewal Just as the Season 1 finale of the eight-episode series Stick aired, Apple TV+ announced the acclaimed show has been renewed for a second season. The renewal, announced on Wednesday, July 23, comes after a wave of critical praise for the sports comedy, which follows Owen Wilson’s character Pryce Cahill, a washed-up former golf pro who bets his future on mentoring a troubled teenage phenom, Santi Wheeler played by actor Peter Dager. Since its debut, Stick has been hailed as “a hole-in-one,” “feel-good,” and “ideal comfort viewing,” quickly becoming a summer must-watch for Apple TV+ subs…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
SiriusXM Launches First Ad-Supported Subscription Tier: What Listeners Should Know SiriusXM Launches First Ad-Supported Subscription Tier: What Listeners Should Know
SiriusXM Launches First Ad-Supported Subscription Tier: What Listeners Should Know SiriusXM is rolling out its first advertising-supported subscription plan aimed at drivers who don't renew after free trials expire in their vehicles. The new SiriusXM Play service costs under $7 per month, the satellite radio company announced on Tuesday, July 15. The tier with limited ads includes more than 130 channels in the car, along with access to SiriusXM's streaming app. SiriusXM Play is currently available on a limited basis but is expected to expand to nearly 100 million vehicles by the end of 2025. The plan targets a key audience: drivers who enjoy SiriusXM during free…

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by Chris Spiker
Lifestyle
Leighton Meester Joins Real-Life Husband Adam Brody In Netflix Show — As His TV Wife’s Enemy Leighton Meester Joins Real-Life Husband Adam Brody In Netflix Show — As His TV Wife’s Enemy
Leighton Meester Joins Real-Life Husband Adam Brody In Netflix Show — As His TV Wife’s Enemy Season 2 of Netflix’s hit dramedy "Nobody Wants This" has wrapped filming — and fans are in for a real treat. The streaming giant announced that the new season will premiere Thursday, Oct. 23, and features several new faces, including a real-life couple you might recognize. “Fans fell hard for Joanne (Kristen Bell) and Noah’s (Adam Brody) Los Angeles-set love story in the first season of Nobody Wants This,” Tudum said in its announcement. “Leighton Meester will join Bell, Brody, and the already stacked cast of 'Nobody Wants This Season 2.'” Meester — Brody’s real-life wife — will appear as…

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
HBO Max Returns: Here's Why Max Is Reviving Its Old Name HBO Max Returns: Here's Why Max Is Reviving Its Old Name
HBO Max Returns: Here's Why Max Is Reviving Its Old Name The digital home of hit shows like "White Lotus," "The Pitt," and "The Rehearsal" is going back to its old name. The streaming platform Max will be called "HBO Max" once again, Warner Bros. Discovery announced on Wednesday, May 14. The change is expected to happen in the summer, although an exact date remains unclear. The return to the HBO Max branding comes as the app tries to focus on high-quality programming, separating it from competitors with larger libraries. "The powerful growth we have seen in our global streaming service is built around the quality of our programming," s…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Fox Launching All-In-One Streaming Platform To Compete For Cord-Cutters Fox Launching All-In-One Streaming Platform To Compete For Cord-Cutters
Fox Launching All-In-One Streaming Platform To Compete For Cord-Cutters Fox is rolling out a new streaming service for its full lineup of live and on-demand content across all of its channels. The broadcasting giant unveiled the platform called Fox One on Monday, May 12. An exact launch date and pricing haven't been announced, but Fox One is expected to be available in the fall before the NFL and college football seasons. Fox is finally creating a uniform streaming platform years after competitors CBS and NBC put their content on Paramount+ and Peacock. Fox has used the free service Tubi, along with its subscription-based platform Fox Nation, to attract co…

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by Chris Spiker
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Try Walmart+ Free For 30 Days During Walmart+ Week Try Walmart+ Free For 30 Days During Walmart+ Week
Try Walmart+ Free For 30 Days During Walmart+ Week Walmart+ Week is back for its third year and runs through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, May 4—but the perks are reserved for members only. The good news? New users can sign up for a 30-day free trial and still access most of the limited-time special offers. During Walmart+ Week, members can take advantage of 50¢ off per gallon at participating Exxon and Mobil stations, plus free Express Delivery on one order. Some of Walmart+ Week extras, however, are only available to paid subscribers (not free-trial members). These include: Up to two free sandwiches daily from Burger King with a $1 purchase Si…

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by Vira Mamchur Schwartz
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Final Season of The Handmaid's Tale Launches on Hulu – Some Say It Hits Too Close To Home Final Season of The Handmaid's Tale Launches on Hulu – Some Say It Hits Too Close To Home
Final Season of The Handmaid's Tale Launches on Hulu – Some Say It Hits Too Close To Home Some say Margaret Atwood was prescient when she published her novel "The Handmaid’s Tale" in 1985.  Others just call it good—or bad—fiction. It was good enough to be made into a movie and then, in 2017, into a popular television series on Hulu. Now, the streamer is airing the sixth and final season of "The Handmaid’s Tale," going well beyond Atwood’s original story. In today’s political climate, however, the show has sparked new conversations as national debates continue to grow. The series helped launch a wave of dystopian drama and made the red cloak and white bonnet a world…

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by Vira Mamchur Schwartz
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AppleTV+ Brings Entire 'Severance' Cast To NJ Landmark For Q&A, Show Recreation AppleTV+ Brings Entire 'Severance' Cast To NJ Landmark For Q&A, Show Recreation
AppleTV+ Brings Entire 'Severance' Cast To NJ Landmark For Q&A, Show Recreation Fans of Apple TV+’s "Severance" didn’t need to be chipped to step into Lumon Industries this weekend — they just needed to get to Bell Works. The Holmdel, NJ landmark, where parts of the Emmy-winning psychological thriller were filmed, was severed from reality on Saturday, April 5, as Apple TV+ hosted a surreal, star-studded fan event that blurred the line between work-life and… after-party. Invited influencers entered the Lumon-esque space for a live Q&A hosted by Stephen Colbert, featuring cast members Adam Scott, Britt Lower, and even director-producer Ben Stiller. Innie or outie, th…

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by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Get Your Flick Fix Before They're Gone: These Titles Leave Netflix In April Get Your Flick Fix Before They're Gone: These Titles Leave Netflix In April
Get Your Flick Fix Before They're Gone: These Titles Leave Netflix In April Time’s running out to catch some of your favorite binge-worthy titles before they vanish. Netflix will lose a slate of popular shows and films at the end of the month, including major hits like “Interstellar,” giving viewers just days to stream them before they’re gone. We’ve all logged on to our favorite streaming site to check out a beloved movie or new release, only to find it pulled from the digital shelves. Streaming services license films and television shows for limited periods, and sometimes remove titles to cut costs or make room for new content. This April, expect a major shake-up…

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by Josh Lanier
Sports
Eagles Seek Revenge, Kendrick Ignites Halftime, Free Stream Offered: Your Super Bowl LIX Guide Eagles Seek Revenge, Kendrick Ignites Halftime, Free Stream Offered: Your Super Bowl LIX Guide
Eagles Seek Revenge, Kendrick Ignites Halftime, Free Stream Offered: Your Super Bowl LIX Guide America's biggest unofficial holiday is here and Super Bowl Sunday offers so much beyond what happens on the field inside the Caesars Superdome. The Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs are set to kick off Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 9. This showdown is a rematch of the NFL's 2023 championship game when the Chiefs beat the Eagles 38-35 at Super Bowl LVII in Glendale, Arizona. The Chiefs have been slight betting favorites at -1.5 on most sportsbooks since the matchup was finalized. That's a reversal from when they were about two-point underdogs in Super B…

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by Chris Spiker
Sports
Landmark Deal For FIFA Women’s World Cup Marks First For Netflix Landmark Deal For FIFA Women’s World Cup Marks First For Netflix
Landmark Deal For FIFA Women’s World Cup Marks First For Netflix FIFA has partnered with Netflix to grant the streaming platform exclusive US broadcasting rights for the 2027 and 2031 FIFA Women’s World Cup.  This agreement marks the first time Netflix will fully acquire rights to a global sports event, reflecting the growing prominence of women’s soccer. FIFA President Gianni Infantino described the deal as a pivotal step for the sport. “This agreement sends a strong message about the real value of the FIFA Women’s World Cup and the global women’s game,” Infantino said. “Netflix’s commitment underscores the tournament’s importance and helps elevat…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Dozen NJ Towns Serve As Backdrop For Movie 'Sweethearts' Out Thanksgiving Day Dozen NJ Towns Serve As Backdrop For Movie 'Sweethearts' Out Thanksgiving Day
Dozen NJ Towns Serve As Backdrop For Movie 'Sweethearts' Out Thanksgiving Day Nearly a dozen New Jersey towns serve as the backdrop for the Max Original film "Sweethearts," set to debut this Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 28.  The romantic comedy starring Kiernan Shipka and Nico Hiraga was filmed in Cranford, Jersey City, and Mahwah. Two cast members have Garden State ties: Jake Bonjiovi, son of NJ rocker Jon Bon Jovi, and former "Saturday Night Live" star Chloe Troast, of Ho-Ho-Kus, are featured actors in "Sweethearts." According to NJ Advance Media, "Sweethearts" filmed at local homes in Newark, Demarest, Kinnelon and Cranford; as well as at the Cr…

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by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Adam Sandler, Judd Apatow Spotted Filming 'Happy Gilmore 2' On NJ Golf Course Adam Sandler, Judd Apatow Spotted Filming 'Happy Gilmore 2' On NJ Golf Course
Adam Sandler, Judd Apatow Spotted Filming 'Happy Gilmore 2' On NJ Golf Course "Happy Gilmore 2" has shut down Hackettstown. The highly anticipated sequel to the 1996 comedy starring Adam Sandler was spotted filming at Farmview Golf Center on East Avenue in Hackettstown on Tuesday, Sept. 17.  Community members gathered in front of the course hoping to catch a glimpse. Laura Dicker was one of the lucky ones who did, capturing Sandler and director Judd Apatow (see photos above). In a Facebook post, Hackettstown police had warned residents of potential disruptions between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. The closure included East Avenue on the Route 46 (Washington Township M…

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by Sam Barron
Lifestyle
Just Tap It In... Extras Wanted For 'Happy Gilmore 2' Filming On Jersey Shore Just Tap It In... Extras Wanted For 'Happy Gilmore 2' Filming On Jersey Shore
Just Tap It In... Extras Wanted For 'Happy Gilmore 2' Filming On Jersey Shore You could be seen alongside Happy Gilmore or Shooter McGavin when the golf comedy's highly anticipated sequel films in Monmouth County! "Happy Gilmore 2" is looking for extras for scenes recorded in Atlantic Highlands, according to a listing on Backstage. Scenes will be shot on Monday, Sept. 16. The film's crew said it wants men 18 and older to play 1990s golf tournament fans. Extras shouldn't have "super modern hairstyles" and should wear nondescript golfing or casual clothing. The non-Screen Actors Guild background rate pays $176 for 10 hours. The sequel to Adam Sandler's 1996…

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by Chris Spiker