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Book excerpt: "Lorne: The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live"
Susan Morrison's biography of the late-night comedy producer is also the history of a pop culture institution, now marking its 50th year.CBS News - 3d -
Saturday Night Live is bad, actually
The 50-year-old comedy sketch show lauded for underdog humor has a history of conservatism and a soft spot for powerful people – just ask former host Donald Trump. In case you happen to have missed ...The Guardian - Feb. 12 -
Top moments from Brady, Manning, Jordan and other athletes hosting 'Saturday Night Live'
There have been 35 athletes to host the sketch comedy staple. They include greats like Peyton Manning, Derek Jeter and LeBron. Before SNL celebrates its 50th anniversary, we look at some top ...ESPN - 2d -
The ‘Saturday Night Live’ Photographer Who Has Captured Every Host Since 2000
The woman who has photographed 25 years of “S.N.L.” hosts knows how to coax playful shots out of Kim Kardashian, Helen Mirren and Donald Trump.The New York Times - 1d -
The Greatest ‘Saturday Night Live’ Episode Ever*
*Well, maybe only to me. “S.N.L.” fans all have their own idea of the show’s peak, and this is mine.The New York Times - Feb. 8 -
Looking back at 50 years of "Saturday Night Live"
On October 11, 1975, people tuning into the debut of a late-night comedy show saw something unlike any TV variety extravaganza they'd ever seen. Today, "Saturday Night Live," produced by Lorne ...CBS News - 3d -
Looking back at 50 years of "Saturday Night Live"
On October 11, 1975, people tuning into the debut of a late-night comedy show saw something unlike any TV variety extravaganza they'd ever seen. Today, "Saturday Night Live," produced by Lorne ...CBS News - 3d -
Look back at Sunday Sitdowns featuring ‘Saturday Night Live’ stars
See Willie Geist’s star-studded collection of Sunday Sitdowns with legendary cast members of “Saturday Night Live” as the show celebrates its 50th anniversary night.NBC News - 3d -
Watch highlights from the 'Saturday Night Live' 50th anniversary special
Watch highlights from Saturday Night Live's 50th anniversary special with iconic cast members from past and present coming together to celebrate everything that made the NBC variety show the pop ...NBC News - 3d -
Stars, superstars help "Saturday Night Live" mark 50 years of highlights
Steve Martin, Bill Murray, Paul McCartney, Eddie Murphy and Alec Baldwin were just some of the stars at "SNL50: The Anniversary Celebration" which aired live from New York, of course.CBS News - 2d -
Standout moments as stars mark 50 years of Saturday Night Live
The three-hour special featured Nirvana getting a new frontman and Sabrina Carpenter singing with a legend.BBC News - 2d -
A look back at "Saturday Night Live" as the show celebrates 50 years
"Saturday Night Live" veterans and other celebrities came together Sunday to celebrate the show's 50th anniversary. The TV event was a nostalgic trip down memory lane, filled with familiar ...CBS News - 2d -
A look back at "Saturday Night Live" as the show celebrates 50 years
"Saturday Night Live" veterans and other celebrities came together Sunday to celebrate the show's 50th anniversary. The TV event was a nostalgic trip down memory lane, filled with familiar ...CBS News - 2d -
Stars, superstars help "Saturday Night Live" mark 50 years of highlights
Steve Martin, Bill Murray, Paul McCartney, Eddie Murphy and Alec Baldwin were just some of the stars at "SNL50: The Anniversary Celebration" which aired live from New York, of course.CBS News - 2d -
Book excerpt: "A Different Russia" by Marvin Kalb
The veteran CBS and NBC journalist writes about covering the 1963 Cold War summit between President John F. Kennedy and Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev.CBS News - 3d -
Who's in NBA Slam Dunk Contest, 3-Point Shootout? Full list of participants at 2025 All-Star Saturday Night
Damian Lillard (3-Point Contest) and Mac McClung (Slam Dunk Contest) are both aiming for historic three-peatsCBS Sports - 4d -
Cher, Lady Gaga, Miley Cyrus, Snoop Dogg: ‘Saturday Night Live’ is feted with a concert for the ages
NEW YORK — By the time Cher sang “If I Could Turn Back Time,” it seemed as if time had indeed been turned back, and every single “Saturday Night Live” musical guest of 50 years had magically found ...NBC News - 4d -
The 'Saturday Night Live' 50th anniversary celebration is finally here. Here's how to watch
Fifty seasons of “Saturday Night Live” sketches, songs and special guests will be celebrated as the variety show celebrates its landmark anniversaryABC News - 4d -
'Saturday Night Live' 50th anniversary special watched by nearly 15 million people
The “Saturday Night Live” 50th anniversary celebration was NBC’s most-watched prime-time entertainment telecast in five years, reaching nearly 15 million viewers.NBC News - 1d -
‘Here lives the monster’s brain’: the man who exposed Switzerland’s dirty secrets
Inspired by Che Guevara, Jean Ziegler has spent the past 60 years exposing how Switzerland enabled global wrongdoing. His enemies accuse him of treason. In early 1964, Jean Ziegler, a young Swiss ...The Guardian - Feb. 13 -
Where to watch NBA Slam Dunk Contest: Time, TV channel, live stream, picks for 2025 All-Star Saturday night
Three trophies will be handed out Saturday night before the new-look All-Star Game on SundayCBS Sports - 4d -
Read a free excerpt: Oprah Winfrey selects "Dream State" for book club pick
Oprah Winfrey has chosen "Dream State" by Eric Puchner as her latest book club selection. The novel delves into the complexities of life's sudden realizations and relationships.CBS News - 1d -
NFL legend Peyton Manning makes surprise 'SNL50' cameo, offers hilarious retirement advice to Lorne Michaels
Peyton actually got a speaking part during the show's prime-time specialCBS Sports - 2d -
Let Students Finish the Whole Book. It Could Change Their Lives.
Had they merely read the summary, my students would have seen many of the same words, but they’d have lacked the feeling part.The New York Times - 3d -
Hamas says it will release 6 living Israeli hostages on Saturday
Hamas says it will release 6 living Israeli hostages on SaturdayABC News - 1d -
Night Agent star who played JD Vance in Hillbilly Elegy condemns actors who get political
Gabriel Basso says actors should ‘shut the fuck up’ and that they have no authority to publicly bestow political views. The actor who portrayed JD Vance in the Oscar-nominated film Hillbilly ...The Guardian - 2d -
Hamas ‘must release three live hostages on Saturday’, says Israel, or war will resume – Middle East crisis live
Statement from Netanyahu’s office follows Hamas declaration that it would stick to the ceasefire terms. Hamas has confirmed its commitment to continue implementing the Gaza ceasefire deal ...The Guardian - 6d -
Middle East crisis live: Hamas says it will return bodies of four Israelis on Thursday and release six living hostages on Saturday
Militant group will release hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners as Israel confirms it will begin negotiations on second phase of ceasefire deal. Geneva Abdul is a reporter for the ...The Guardian - 1d -
Really, who were those masked men? New series of books probes backstories of Marvel superheroes
If you love movies or comics, you’ve likely followed the adventures of Spider-Man, Iron Man and other superheroesABC News - 16h -
UFC Fight Night prediction -- Jared Cannonier vs. Gregory Rodrigues: Fight card, start time, odds, live stream
Middleweights headline the UFC Apex this weekend after UFC 312CBS Sports - 4d -
Opening statements begin in trial of man who allegedly stabbed Salman Rushdie
The trial of the man accused of stabbing author Salman Rushdie is underway. The 77-year-old author was stabbed more than a dozen times back in August 2022 while speaking in front of a live ...CBS News - Feb. 10 -
Man City & Celtic face Real & Bayern - but who else is in play-offs?
The two-legged Champions League knockout phase play-offs get under way this week with Manchester City and Celtic among the 16 teams looking to reach the last 16.BBC News - Feb. 11 -
Judge's sperm donor warning over man who 'fathered 180 children'
Women are warned against a man who claims his sperm has fathered children all around the world.BBC News - Feb. 12 -
U.S. man who killed wife on Fiji honeymoon gets life in prison
Bradley Dawson, 40, will have to serve at least 18 years in prison in Fiji before he can be considered for a pardon, a judge said.CBS News - 6d -
India anger as judge frees man accused of raping wife who then died
The controversial ruling once again shines a spotlight on the issue of marital rape in India, which refuses to criminalise it.BBC News - 5d -
The mini-Rodri who 'makes a massive difference' to Man City
MOTD2 pundit Micah Richards explains why new midfielder Nico Gonzalez could end up having a huge impact on what is left of Manchester City's season.BBC News - 2d -
Man who planned to commit FGM has sentence increased
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New Hampshire man is 2nd person known to be living with a pig kidney
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A rivalry of our times - why Man City & Real are fighting for their lives
Guillem Balague examines the problems that have led Manchester City and Real Madrid to meet in the Champions League play-off.BBC News - Feb. 10
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Hegseth wants Pentagon to cut 8% from defense budget for next 5 years
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