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SXSW Unveils David E. Kelley’s Margo’s Got Money Troubles as TV Opener

Fiona Z. Merriweather January 19, 2026

At a Glance David E. Kelley's Margo's Got Money Troubles will open SXSW's TV program on March 12-18. The Apple TV+ dramedy stars Elle Fanning,...

Neon-lit 1980s diner shows VHS tapes and coffee on counter with Stranger Things playing on screen

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SNL Skewers Stranger Things Finale Hype

Morgan J. Carter January 19, 2026

At a Glance Finn Wolfhard hosted the first Saturday Night Live of 2025 The cold-open sketch mocked the idea of a "secret" Stranger Things...

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Disney+ Curates 60+ Must-Stream Films Amid Library Overload

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 9, 2026

> At a Glance > - Disney+ highlights 60-plus top films to help viewers navigate its sprawling catalog > - New picks range from Tron: Ares and Taylor...

Freida Parton sits at Dollywood on a bench with a note asking for prayers and glow while Dolly Parton walks in the background

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Freida Parton’s Prayer Request Spurs Dolly’s Reply

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 5, 2026

At a Glance Freida Parton asked fans to pray for Dolly in October. Dolly responded with a playful reassurance that she's fine. The sisters share a...

Leonardo DiCaprio standing on red carpet in a tuxedo with balloons and curtains at a film festival

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Leonardo DiCaprio Speaks on Cinema at Palm Springs Film Festival

Hannah E. Clearwater January 5, 2026

At a Glance Leonardo DiCaprio emphasizes cinema over content at Palm Springs Film Festival. 37th International Film Awards marks the start of...

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Avatar 3 Holds Top Spot, Box Office Gains 26% in 2026

Brianna Q. Lockwood January 5, 2026

At a Glance Avatar 3 tops U.S. box office for a third week, pulling $40M this weekend Worldwide sales reach $1B, with $777.1M earned...

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Barry Manilow Announces Surgery After Early Lung Cancer Detection

Aiden V. Crossfield January 4, 2026

> At a Glance > - 82-year-old Barry Manilow announces lung cancer diagnosis > - MRI found a spot on his left lung, surgery planned, no chemo or...

Nikki and Michael celebrate together with a glowing NYE countdown clock and falling confetti against neon-lit Phoenix skyline

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Gila River Resorts Unveils NYE Countdown Show on KXAN

Morgan J. Carter January 3, 2026

At a Glance NYE Countdown airs on KXAN and streams on KXAN+ from 11:30 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. Celebration takes place at Gila River Resorts & Casinos...

Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton strolling hand in hand with golden glow in a moonlit garden near a vintage wooden gate

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Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton Welcome Second Child

Fiona Z. Merriweather January 3, 2026

At a Glance Tom Hiddleston (44) and Zawe Ashton (41) welcomed their second child. Birth occurred just days after an early-December interview with...

Richard Smallwood standing in front of a golden piano with his hands on the keys with music sheets in background light glow

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Gospel Legend Richard Smallwood Dies at 77

Fiona Z. Merriweather January 3, 2026

At a Glance 77-year-old gospel legend Richard Smallwood dies in Maryland. Died Tuesday from kidney-failure complications. His song "Total Praise"...