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Dec 23 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Top TV Episodes of 2024: A Casual Look Back

In 2024, I watched a whopping 53 shows and picked my top episodes. Some left me wondering what even happened, while others stuck in my memory. Shows like "Shogun, " "Industry, " and "House of the Dragon" had standout moments. Let's dive into my top 10 episodes that made the year memorable. Starting

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Dec 22 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Martin Short Joins the Exclusive Five-Timers Club on SNL

Imagine turning on your TV and seeing Tom Hanks, the face of many beloved films and documentaries, take a seat. You might think, "Here comes a history lesson or a national park tour. " But not this time. This weekend, Hanks was there to usher in a new member to the prestigious Five-Timers Club on "S

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Dec 22 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Crossword Creator's Journey: From Wyoming to The New York Times

Meet Adrian Johnson, a young puzzle maker from Laramie, Wyoming. Now living in Knox County, Tennessee, he's known as "Mr. A. J. " to his students. At just 21, he sold his first crossword to The New York Times. His ninth puzzle for the paper is unthemed, which he loves creating the most. Unthemed puz

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Dec 22 2024POLITICS

Reality TV Producer Steps into Diplomatic Role

Ever wondered what happens when a reality TV producer switches to international relations? That's exactly what's happening with Mark Burnett, the mastermind behind some of your favorite shows. He's been tapped by the new US president to be the special envoy to the UK. That means he'll be helping out

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Dec 21 2024BUSINESS

Dan Abrams Steps Back from NewsNation Primetime

Dan Abrams, a prominent figure in NewsNation's primetime lineup, will be leaving his regular 9 p. m. slot early next year. On a recent episode, Abrams shared that his busy schedule, including managing multiple media businesses, makes it difficult to balance his responsibilities. The entrepreneur run

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Dec 21 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Meet Wolf Entertainment's New Story Boss: Kevin Plunkett

Ever wondered who's behind the scenes of your favorite TV shows? Meet Kevin Plunkett, the latest big shot to join Wolf Entertainment. He's snagged the title of Executive Vice President of Development, which basically means he's the go-to guy for creating new scripted content. Reporting to the compan

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Dec 19 2024SPORTS

Golf's New Home: LIV and FOX Team Up for 2025

Get ready for a new golfing experience! LIV Golf is set to ink a deal with FOX Sports for its 2025 season. This means all of LIV's tournaments will be shown on FOX or FOX Sports 1. You might be wondering why this is such a big deal. Well, FOX hasn't aired live golf since the 2019 U. S. Open, so this

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Dec 19 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Icelandic Streamer Síminn Joins Reykjavik Noir TV Adaptation

In a recent development, Icelandic streamer Síminn has jumped on board the upcoming television adaptation of Lilja Sigurdardottir's crime novel trilogy, "Reykjavik Noir. " The series is being produced by Icelandic production house Glassriver, known for shows like "Cold Haven" and "As Long As We Live

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Dec 18 2024ENTERTAINMENT

A Wacky Finish at NXT: Who's Really the Champ?

This week, NXT took center stage in Lowell, Massachusetts, with two big title matches on the cards. First up, the tag team champs, Fraxiom, pulled off a surprise win, even after one member, Axiom, lost earlier in the night. Their teamwork always manages to turn things around! Later, the main event

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Dec 18 2024ENTERTAINMENT

TV's Top Moments in 2024: Unlikely Connections and Heartfelt Stories

Imagine an unemployed woman bonding with a sandwich shop manager, cartoon dogs stressing over a big move, and a housewife convincing an immortal killer to make amends over biscuits. These aren't just random scenarios but the compelling plots of some of the best TV episodes of 2024. From thought-prov

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