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Sam Neill, 'Jurassic Park' star, dies at 78 after cancer-free reveal

Sam Neill, 'Jurassic Park' star, dies at 78 after cancer-free reveal

  • Bryan Alexander and KiMi Robinson USA Today

Sam Neill, the actor best known for playing Dr. Alan Grant in the "Jurassic Park" franchise, has died. He was 78.

What is my dream job? 'Jeopardy!' is hiring for writing position

What is my dream job? 'Jeopardy!' is hiring for writing position

  • Anthony Thompson USA Today

"Jeopardy!" is searching for a new writer to join its Emmy award-winning team, giving one trivia expert the chance to create clues for one of television’s most recognizable game shows.

‘Vampire Lestat’ stars say role often amplifies human behavior

‘Vampire Lestat’ stars say role often amplifies human behavior

  • BRUCE R. MILLER Lee Enterprises

"What does it feel like to be a vampire? The actors in “The Vampire Lestat” get that question quite frequently.

Review: Monsters don’t live up to Minions in new film

Review: Monsters don’t live up to Minions in new film

  • BRUCE R. MILLER Lee Enterprises

“The Minions have stolen the spotlight in every ‘Despicable Me’ film; Gru is nothing without them,” Bruce Miller writes in his review.

Back to the ‘Prairie’: New ‘Little House’ offers grittier portrait of prairie life

Back to the ‘Prairie’: New ‘Little House’ offers grittier portrait of prairie life

  • Bruce R. Miller Lee Enterprises

There were more than 200 episodes of “Little House on the Prairie,” but there’s more story to tell, say producers of the new version on Netflix.

Emmy snubs! Jeremy Allen White, 'Stranger Things' missed by 2026 noms

Emmy snubs! Jeremy Allen White, 'Stranger Things' missed by 2026 noms

  • Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY

It's an honor just to be nominated, and it's quite the sting to miss out completely.

2026 Emmy nominations: See the full list of nominees

2026 Emmy nominations: See the full list of nominees

  • Erin Jensen USA Today

The 2026 Emmy nominations are finally here. With the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards just two months away, nominees for television's biggest night were announced on Wednesday.

Looking for some summer fun? Visit a drive-in theater! | Streamed & Screened podcast

Looking for some summer fun? Visit a drive-in theater! | Streamed & Screened podcast

    For those seeking something different, drive-in theaters are still thriving in parts of the country and offer a unique movie-watching experience.

    Rob Reiner earns Emmys nod for 'The Bear' 7 months after his death

    Rob Reiner earns Emmys nod for 'The Bear' 7 months after his death

      Rob Reiner is a contender in this year’s Emmys race.

      Movies in a Minute: "Minions & Monsters"

      Movies in a Minute: "Minions & Monsters"

        Lee Enterprises entertainment reporter Bruce Miller says the Minions without Gru is like the Roadrunner without Wile E. Coyote - they aren't half as fun alone.

        Which shows will lead the Primetime Emmy nominations? | Streamed & Screened podcast

        Which shows will lead the Primetime Emmy nominations? | Streamed & Screened podcast

          Nominations for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards will be announced on Wednesday, July 8. Which shows will get the most love? 

          Netflix revives Gene Wilder’s voice with AI for new 'Wonka' reality series

          Netflix revives Gene Wilder’s voice with AI for new 'Wonka' reality series

            Wilder, who played the title character in the original 1971 "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory" film, died in 2016 at age 83.

            Review: The end is near for ‘Jackass’

            Review: The end is near for ‘Jackass’

              "It was a good run, but as 'Best and Last' reminds us, all good things come to an end," Bruce Miller writes in his review. 

              Colin Farrell explores the life of an alien in ‘Sugar’

              Colin Farrell explores the life of an alien in ‘Sugar’

                In the second season of “Sugar,” Colin Farrell’s character has to deal with life alone.

                Movies

                Sam Neill, 'Jurassic Park' star, dies at 78 after cancer-free reveal

                Sam Neill, 'Jurassic Park' star, dies at 78 after cancer-free reveal

                What is my dream job? 'Jeopardy!' is hiring for writing position

                What is my dream job? 'Jeopardy!' is hiring for writing position

                ‘Vampire Lestat’ stars say role often amplifies human behavior

                ‘Vampire Lestat’ stars say role often amplifies human behavior

                Review: Monsters don’t live up to Minions in new film

                Review: Monsters don’t live up to Minions in new film

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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

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                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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                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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