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’Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' drops clues to events already seen

’Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' drops clues to events already seen

  • Bruce R. Miller Lee Enterprises

“Strange New Worlds” builds on Star Trek’s legacy by showing characters and stories that challenge viewers without overwhelming them, promoting empathy and a hopeful vision for the future as central themes.

Stephen Root keeps adding to incredible Hollywood resume | Streamed & Screened podcast

Stephen Root keeps adding to incredible Hollywood resume | Streamed & Screened podcast

  • BRUCE MILLER and TERRY LIPSHETZ Lee Enterprises

Stephen Root isn’t always in a leading role, but that doesn't stop him from remaining incredibly busy. Recent work includes "Widow's Bay" and a return to "King of the Hill."

There’s an early contender for ‘DWTS: The Next Pro’ prize

There’s an early contender for ‘DWTS: The Next Pro’ prize

  • BRUCE R. MILLER Lee Enterprises

A “Dancing with the Stars” staple — the bait and switch — turned up on Monday’s “The Next Pro.”

Christopher Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’ makes the most of the most

Christopher Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’ makes the most of the most

  • BRUCE R. MILLER Lee Enterprises

Homer’s “The Odyssey” doesn’t seem like the stuff of summer blockbusters, but it is thanks to director Christopher Nolan.

Lost 1952 Pan Am plane found off Puerto Rico coast

Lost 1952 Pan Am plane found off Puerto Rico coast

  • Natalie Neysa Alund USA Today

The plane, carrying 64 passengers and five crew, suffered engine failure, according to the Pan Am Historical Foundation; 17 people survived.

Stephen Root gets Emmy nod for ‘Widow’s Bay,’ ‘King of the Hill’

Stephen Root gets Emmy nod for ‘Widow’s Bay,’ ‘King of the Hill’

  • BRUCE R. MILLER Lee Enterprises

Stephen Root, known for voicing Bill Dauterive in King of the Hill, embraces the character's return in the Hulu reboot, acknowledging the show's evolution with a time jump and modern themes, reflecting a decade's changes since the original series ended in 2010.

Movies in a Minute: "Obsession"

Movies in a Minute: "Obsession"

    Bruce Miller, Lee Enterprises' entertainment reporter, says "Obsession" suggests a quiet night at home could be a bad idea.

    Stephen A. Smith weighs in on ESPN layoffs: 'Those days are long gone'

    Stephen A. Smith weighs in on ESPN layoffs: 'Those days are long gone'

      "This ain’t the days when ESPN could just hire and hire and hire some more, without having to let go or lay off anybody. Those days are long gone."

      Disney's 'Descendants' returns with a new adventure | Streamed & Screened podcast

      Disney's 'Descendants' returns with a new adventure | Streamed & Screened podcast

        Disney has plenty of film franchises, but the biggest in recent years has to be the direct-to-streaming "Descendants" series. Here from the stars of the new movie.

        ESPN's mass firings continue across all of network's sports coverage

        ESPN's mass firings continue across all of network's sports coverage

          If you turned on ESPN this week and noticed some faces missing, then decided to investigate on social media, you've learned the biggest shake-up in Bristol over the last couple of decades ha…

          Karl Ravech, Cam Newton among those let go at ESPN

          Karl Ravech, Cam Newton among those let go at ESPN

            ESPN is conducting another wave of layoffs including longtime broadcaster Karl Ravech, who has been with the network since 1993 and served as the lead play-by-play voice for baseball coverage, as part of ongoing organizational restructuring tied to recent NFL asset integration.

            Dancer learns it doesn’t pay to be silent on ‘The Next Pro’

            Dancer learns it doesn’t pay to be silent on ‘The Next Pro’

              It pays to stand up for yourself. Ballroom dancer Benji Castro didn’t and wound up leaving “The Next Pro,” the “Dancing with the Stars” spin-off.

              ESPN's list of talent layoffs grows after massive NFL Network merger

              ESPN's list of talent layoffs grows after massive NFL Network merger

                Another big names is out at ESPN. The Worldwide Leader's lead baseball play-by-play man, Karl Ravech, is set to be let go by the network amid a round of company layoffs, multiple reports sai…

                Nolan's ‘The Odyssey’ Stuns Global Box Office With $264M Opening

                Nolan's ‘The Odyssey’ Stuns Global Box Office With $264M Opening

                  Christopher Nolan's action epic ‘The Odyssey’ opened to $124.5 million from 3,919 North American theaters. ‘The Odyssey’ delivered the year's third-biggest domestic launch, behind ‘Toy Story 5’ and ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.’

                  Movies

                  ’Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' drops clues to events already seen

                  ’Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' drops clues to events already seen

                  Stephen Root keeps adding to incredible Hollywood resume | Streamed & Screened podcast

                  Stephen Root keeps adding to incredible Hollywood resume | Streamed & Screened podcast

                  There’s an early contender for ‘DWTS: The Next Pro’ prize

                  There’s an early contender for ‘DWTS: The Next Pro’ prize

                  Christopher Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’ makes the most of the most

                  Christopher Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’ makes the most of the most

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                  8 ways a mammogram can help you lead a better, healthier life

                  Content by Shenandoah Medical Center. Find out how a mammogram can help empower you to take charge of your health, confidence and future.

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                  The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

                  The walleye whisperer: Your two adventurous spots for landing trophy fish this summer

                  Content by Ballard's Resort. Read the tale of amateur angler Doobie Flathers, one of the most prolific walleye fishermen of his time.

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                  Shinrin-yoku: Recharge your spirit with the Japanese art of forest bathing

                  Shinrin-yoku: Recharge your spirit with the Japanese art of forest bathing

                  Get Healthy. If you’re feeling mentally or emotionally worn down, a forest bath may be just the ticket to clear and cleanse your mind and spirit. Here are a few tips on how to make the most of the experience.

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                  What is best solution for unwanted hair in sensitive places?

                  Content by Milan Laser Hair Removal. These laser hair removal experts share their observations and insights about the benefits of Brazilian laser hair removal vs. Brazilian waxing.

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                  Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                  Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                  Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                  Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

                  Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

                  Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31 (UI Athletics)

                  Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                  Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                  Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                  Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                  Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                  Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

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