In the heart of the nation's capital, a unique podcast is taking listeners on a journey beyond the glitz and glamour of fame. "Beyond the Fame" is hosted by Jason Fraley, a seasoned entertainment reporter with WTOP. This podcast is not just another interview show; it's a deep dive into the creative processes and minds of some of the most influential figures in the en...
In Seattle, a special event brought together two well-known figures: William Shatner, the actor famous for playing Captain Kirk in Star Trek, and Neil deGrasse Tyson, a well-known astrophysicist. They shared a stage to discuss the universe, their lives, and more. The event, called "The Universe Is Absurd, " was a hit with the nearly 3, 000 people who attended. Shatn...
The World Health Organization supports two types of medication abortion. Both are safe and effective. One combines two drugs, mifepristone and misoprostol. The other uses only misoprostol. In the US, most medication abortions use both drugs. However, political and legal pressures may change this. More people might turn to misoprostol-only abortions. Researchers want...
Jurassic World Rebirth is a movie that has many fans excited. It is a sequel in a long line of dinosaur films. The stars of the film walked a green carpet in London. Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, Jonathan Bailey, Rupert Friend, and Ed Skrein were all there. The event took place at the Odeon Luxe cinema in Leicester Square. The director, Gareth Edwards, was...
In the world of sports, women have made huge strides. Think about the days when Billie Jean King was a rising star. Back then, women had limited chances to shine in sports, and the idea of equal pay was a distant dream. Billie Jean King fought hard for equal pay, which started a big change in women’s sports. Today, there are still challenges that need to be addr...
The Trump administration has made a big change to student visa rules. US embassies around the world have been told to stop scheduling visa interviews for foreign students. This is part of a new plan to check the social media accounts of all international students applying for visas. The goal is to review posts, shares, and comments on platforms like Instagram, X, ...
A few years back, Paul Reubens was dealing with a serious health issue. He knew his time was limited. Meanwhile, the director of a documentary about his life did not know this. The film, "Pee-wee as Himself, " is a deep dive into the life of the man behind the iconic Pee-wee Herman character. It's a unique project, but it also fits into a growing trend of celebrities...
The Detroit Tigers showed their strength in a recent series against the St. Louis Cardinals. They used a clever mix of pitchers to secure a 5-1 victory. This win was part of a longer stretch where the Tigers played most of their games away from home. They managed to win 15 out of 22 games on the road. This is a big deal because playing away can be tough. The team's m...
Alzheimer's disease can cause a lot of confusion and fear. One strange thing that happens is that some people with Alzheimer's think that others are stealing from them. This is called theft delusion. Four women with Alzheimer's were studied to understand this better. They all lived alone and had this delusion. The people they thought were stealing from them were...
The cast of Andor and the show's creator recently sat down for a chat. They covered a lot of ground, from funny moments to serious plot points. This isn't just about spoilers. It's about the behind-the-scenes stories and the choices made during the show's creation. The cast talked about a memorable scene where Syril's mom makes an appearance. It was a moment that br...