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Do we have a ‘Beef’ with what’s streaming, or is it pure ‘Euphoria’? | Streamed & Screened

Do we have a ‘Beef’ with what’s streaming, or is it pure ‘Euphoria’? | Streamed & Screened

  • BRUCE MILLER and TERRY LIPSHETZ Lee Enterprises

Summer isn’t just for blockbuster movies. Whereas network television traditionally went into hibernation by late May, in the age of streaming, fresh TV programming is needed 12 months a year.

In indie thriller 'Neglected,' David Lipper wears every hat

In indie thriller 'Neglected,' David Lipper wears every hat

  • Bruce R. Miller Lee Enterprises

David Lipper wrote, produced and stars in the new thriller, “Neglected,” but “that’s the beauty of independent film,” he says.

Coming soon: Historical drama, sequels, blockbusters fill summer movie bill

Coming soon: Historical drama, sequels, blockbusters fill summer movie bill

  • Bruce R. Miller Lee Enterprises

Here's a look at what's ahead for the summer movie season.

Review: ‘Michael’ biopic glosses over pop star’s faults

Review: ‘Michael’ biopic glosses over pop star’s faults

  • Bruce R. Miller Lee Enterprises

"Key moments in the singer’s life are absent, but that’s to be expected considering family members produced the film," Bruce Miller writes in his review of the biopic "Michael."

Summer blockbuster movie season is here. These are films to watch | Streamed & Screened

Summer blockbuster movie season is here. These are films to watch | Streamed & Screened

  • BRUCE MILLER and TERRY LIPSHETZ Lee Enterprises

Does it feel like summer? If not, soon it will be with a nonstop flow of big movies about to hit theaters.

For 'Running Point,' Kate Hudson draws inspiration from mom to lead the team

For 'Running Point,' Kate Hudson draws inspiration from mom to lead the team

  • Bruce R. Miller Lee Enterprises

Kate Hudson didn’t need to search to play a high-powered businesswoman in “Running Point.”

The Michael Jackson movie leaves out his accusers. Where are they now?

The Michael Jackson movie leaves out his accusers. Where are they now?

  • PATRICK RYAN USA Today

Nearly 17 years after his death, the Michael Jackson brand is more carefully curated than ever. 

Review: Lee Cronin has a different idea about ‘The Mummy’ than you do

Review: Lee Cronin has a different idea about ‘The Mummy’ than you do

    “Lee Cronin’s The Mummy” goes all in on shock — and leaves more questions than answers.

    Review: Richard Gadd molds an ever-shifting ‘Half Man’

    Review: Richard Gadd molds an ever-shifting ‘Half Man’

      Do we stay the same throughout life, or do we morph? Richard Gadd, the creator of “Baby Reindeer,” poses the question repeatedly in his new, six-part series "Half Man."

      New horror film 'Hive' gets stars Xochitl Gomez and Aaron Dominguez buzzing

      New horror film 'Hive' gets stars Xochitl Gomez and Aaron Dominguez buzzing

        “Hive” turns a playground into something far more unsettling.

        Horror on Tubi, a new 'Beef' and a shift change at 'The Pitt' | Streamed & Screened

        Horror on Tubi, a new 'Beef' and a shift change at 'The Pitt' | Streamed & Screened

          The final hour of "The Pitt" season two has aired, and we have a spoiler-filled conversation about how things ended and what might be next for the cast.

          ‘Baby Reindeer’ creator Richard Gadd finds new changes in ‘Half Man’

          ‘Baby Reindeer’ creator Richard Gadd finds new changes in ‘Half Man’

            The creator of “Baby Reindeer” is back with a different approach to storytelling.

            What to Stream: Charlize Theron, Kehlani, Kate Hudson and Lainey Wilson

            What to Stream: Charlize Theron, Kehlani, Kate Hudson and Lainey Wilson

              Also coming to streaming this week: Timothée Chalamet starring as a ping-pong master in "Marty Supreme" and a Netflix comedy competition show hosted by Kevin Hart.

              Review: ‘Testaments’ moves more fluidly than ‘Handmaid’s Tale’

              Review: ‘Testaments’ moves more fluidly than ‘Handmaid’s Tale’

                In “The Testaments,” the sequel to “The Handmaid’s Tale,” the plums and pearls at the preparatory school run by Aunt Lydia are training to become dutiful wives of the commanders. 

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                Movies & Television

                Do we have a ‘Beef’ with what’s streaming, or is it pure ‘Euphoria’? | Streamed & Screened

                Do we have a ‘Beef’ with what’s streaming, or is it pure ‘Euphoria’? | Streamed & Screened

                In indie thriller 'Neglected,' David Lipper wears every hat

                In indie thriller 'Neglected,' David Lipper wears every hat

                Coming soon: Historical drama, sequels, blockbusters fill summer movie bill

                Coming soon: Historical drama, sequels, blockbusters fill summer movie bill

                Review: ‘Michael’ biopic glosses over pop star’s faults

                Review: ‘Michael’ biopic glosses over pop star’s faults

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                Data: Americans Spending Less Time, More Money on Shopping

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                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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                Candy prices are up. Here’s why, and how to save on Halloween

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