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May 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Quick picks: Three top movies on Prime Video right now

Prime Video shuffles its weekly top 10, but three titles keep rising above the noise. At the top sits “Regretting You, ” a tear-jerker that turns a family car wreck into the centerpiece of a streaming hit. Critics call it over-the-top but admit it hooks viewers who just want something heavy on emoti

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May 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Series and Old Favorites Land on Netflix’s Weekly Picks

Netflix’s latest updates bring a mix of fresh content and returning favorites. A crime thriller that came out months ago is still climbing the charts, even beating older favorites. Critics loved it so much they gave it a rare perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes. If you enjoy stories where nothing is as

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May 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Early roles of famous actors that might surprise you

Many actors we now see as flawless icons once took on bizarre gigs to kickstart their careers. Glen Powell, for instance, played a random kid with notably long fingers in a 2003 sci-fi flick. Imagine being 13 and getting a role so forgettable the director didn’t even bother giving you a real name. M

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May 12 2026POLITICS

Haiti's Election Plans Hit Another Roadblock

Haiti won't be holding its presidential vote in August as planned. The prime minister recently stated security conditions simply aren't safe enough for elections. This announcement comes after years of delayed votes and growing gang control across the country. Over a million people have been forced

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May 12 2026BUSINESS

BuzzFeed sells to Byron Allen in major shake-up

A major digital media player is changing hands. BuzzFeed Inc. , once a high-flying online powerhouse, is selling its majority stake to entertainment entrepreneur Byron Allen for $120 million. The deal covers 52% of the company, with Allen acquiring 40 million shares at $3 each. He kicks off the deal

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May 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Behind the scenes: New leadership shaping Hollywood's favorite magazine

A fresh face now leads one of entertainment media’s most watched outlets, giving a local writer a major career boost. The new senior editor joined the team years ago, starting with basic TV reviews before moving up. His big break came from profiling A-list stars like Tina Fey and Steve Martin, work

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May 12 2026BUSINESS

A CEO's Morning Run Sparks Big Ideas for Chili's

Top leaders often have strict daily routines, but few make early-morning exercise a core part of their decision-making process. The CEO of a large restaurant chain starts his day with a run not just for health, but as a moving brainstorming session. Between 5 and 6 a. m. , he logs over three miles,

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May 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

Testing the brain’s power to control movement

Brandon Patterson, paralyzed from the chest down after a car crash nine years ago, depends on family help for daily tasks like getting out of bed or pouring coffee. But scientific progress has offered him a new role—not just a test subject, but an active participant in pushing boundaries. Unlike typ

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May 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

What’s the deal with celebs trademarking their face and voice?

Celebrities are racing to file trademarks for their faces, voices, and even their signature poses. Why? Because AI can clone them now, and lawsuits aren’t stopping deepfakes anytime soon. A few years back, an actor decided to trademark clips of his own voice and face. He wasn’t alone—others like hi

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May 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrities born in mid-May: a mix of legends and rising stars

Mid-May brings birthdays for everyone from rock stars to TV icons. Some names are familiar from big screens or hit shows, while others are known for music that shaped decades. The list includes actors who’ve played everything from doctors to detectives, singers who topped charts in the '80s and '90s

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