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Movies & TV

The best TV shows of 2026 so far, ranked

The best TV shows of 2026 so far, ranked

  • Kelly Lawler USA Today

While No. 1 may not surprise you, hopefully there are a few wonderful shows for you to discover on the list.

Review: Spielberg doesn’t wow with ‘Disclosure Day.’ He reassures

Review: Spielberg doesn’t wow with ‘Disclosure Day.’ He reassures

  • BRUCE R. MILLER Lee Enterprises

“Disclosure Day” is an old-school drama that retraces some of the tracks Steven Spielberg plowed with “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” and other alien-heavy films.

New movies drop and 'The Bear' returns after a trip to 'Gary' | Streamed & Screened podcast

New movies drop and 'The Bear' returns after a trip to 'Gary' | Streamed & Screened podcast

  • BRUCE MILLER and TERRY LIPSHETZ Lee Enterprises

We haven't seen all of the big summer blockbusters, but there are still plenty of movies to watch. But are they worth your time?

Still running: Michael Fassbender finds even more intrigue in ‘The Agency’

Still running: Michael Fassbender finds even more intrigue in ‘The Agency’

  • Bruce R. Miller Lee Enterprises

Michael Fassbender couldn’t wait to find out where his character was headed after the first season of “The Agency.”

Pat Sajak shares rare life update after 'Wheel of Fortune' retirement

Pat Sajak shares rare life update after 'Wheel of Fortune' retirement

  • Charlie Carballo USA TODAY

Pat Sajak shared a rare "update on life" in a video message posted to X. 

Corey Feldman hospitalized after medical emergency on flight

Corey Feldman hospitalized after medical emergency on flight

  • KiMi Robinson USA Today

"Stand by Me" actor Corey Feldman has been hospitalized after experiencing a medical emergency on a cross-country flight to Los Angeles.

The celebrity game: ‘Gail Daughtry’ lets actors spoof the business and its spoils

The celebrity game: ‘Gail Daughtry’ lets actors spoof the business and its spoils

  • Bruce R. Miller Lee Enterprises

More than three decades in the entertainment industry helped David Wain and Ken Marino stuff their film, “Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass,” with recognizable faces.

Summer movies run cold as 'Euphoria' ends wild ride | Streamed & Screened podcast

Summer movies run cold as 'Euphoria' ends wild ride | Streamed & Screened podcast

    We’ve been left with an underwhelming start to the summer movie season to go with the conclusion of several seasons and series of streaming favorites.

    Paul Rudd gets a chance to realize his musical dreams in ‘Power Ballad’

    Paul Rudd gets a chance to realize his musical dreams in ‘Power Ballad’

      When Paul Rudd signed on for "Power Ballad,” the film’s key song hadn’t been written. “It kind of has to work,” he remembers saying. “We’re hinging this thing on it.”

      Savannah Guthrie shares new message about missing mother Nancy Guthrie

      Savannah Guthrie shares new message about missing mother Nancy Guthrie

        Savannah Guthrie is sharing a new message about her missing mother as the search for Nancy Guthrie stretches into its fifth month.

        ‘The Boroughs’ banks on experience to solve a monster problem

        ‘The Boroughs’ banks on experience to solve a monster problem

          Having a purpose — discovering what the “monster” is and who’s behind it — inspires the friends and gives “The Boroughs” its own “Stranger Things” vibe.

          James Handy killed in stabbing incident. 'Top Gun: Maverick' actor was 81

          James Handy killed in stabbing incident. 'Top Gun: Maverick' actor was 81

            James Handy, an actor known for appearances in "Arachnophobia," "Jumanji" and "Top Gun: Maverick," has died after allegedly being stabbed by his girlfriend's son. He was 81.

            Attending theater in New York offers a different experience | Streamed & Screened podcast

            Attending theater in New York offers a different experience | Streamed & Screened podcast

              You can often see Broadway shows near home, without traveling to New York. But the experience isn't quite the same.

              Nicolas Cage revels in being 'a Spider-Man for aging adults'

              Nicolas Cage revels in being 'a Spider-Man for aging adults'

                At 62, Nicolas Cage is finally embracing his inner Spider-Man, swinging around the Big Apple with style while also feeling his age a bit.

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                Movies & Television

                The best TV shows of 2026 so far, ranked

                The best TV shows of 2026 so far, ranked

                Review: Spielberg doesn’t wow with ‘Disclosure Day.’ He reassures

                Review: Spielberg doesn’t wow with ‘Disclosure Day.’ He reassures

                New movies drop and 'The Bear' returns after a trip to 'Gary' | Streamed & Screened podcast

                New movies drop and 'The Bear' returns after a trip to 'Gary' | Streamed & Screened podcast

                Still running: Michael Fassbender finds even more intrigue in ‘The Agency’

                Still running: Michael Fassbender finds even more intrigue in ‘The Agency’

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                Run every day? Give those sneakers a break!

                Run every day? Give those sneakers a break!

                Get Healthy. Changing your regular running routine every now and then doesn’t just offer variety, it can be good for your body, mind and soul

                Get Healthy Eat Well: 7 shocking sources of hidden sugars

                Get Healthy Eat Well: 7 shocking sources of hidden sugars

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                Get Healthy Take Care: Cold therapy in your shower

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                CP Life Expectancy Has Quietly Transformed Over 40 Years

                Provided content. Four decades of medical advances have reshaped cerebral palsy outcomes, yet public perception lags behind the data. Here's what changed. 

                 

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                Winter Risk Index: How Seasonal Weather Increases Senior Injury Rates

                Winter Risk Index: How Seasonal Weather Increases Senior Injury Rates

                Provided content. Each winter, slip-and-fall hospitalizations among Canadian seniors rise sharply. Explore the data behind seasonal injury risk, who is most vulnerable, and what older adults can do to stay safe.

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                Handling a Car Accident In and Outside of Franklin County

                Handling a Car Accident In and Outside of Franklin County

                Contributor content. After an accident, missing critical deadlines may have an impact on one’s health and ability to successfully file an insurance claim. 

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                Tornado Season and Your HVAC: A Midwest Homeowner's Recovery Guide

                Affiliate content. Learn how to protect your HVAC unit before and after a tornado. 

                5 Best THC Gummies of 2025

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                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

                Buying things takes less time these days — you can have your week’s groceries, a new outfit and a used car headed to your front door in a matter of hours, thanks to technology. But this convenience comes with a price. New data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals fewer people are shopping on...

                Some Big Stores Are Cutting Prices to Woo Back Grocery Shoppers

                Some Big Stores Are Cutting Prices to Woo Back Grocery Shoppers

                Now that grocery inflation seems to have eased, retailers are clamoring to offer more and better discounts that will get shoppers back to their stores this summer. With an announcement Wednesday, Walgreens joined a growing list of national brands, which also includes Target and Amazon Fresh, that are touting price cuts on an array of...

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