An oral history of 'Strangers With Candy,' the comedy that changed TV's rulebook
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Child taken by floodwaters saved by a stranger
Hundreds were killed in recent flooding in Afghanistan, which saw homes swept away and roads destroyed.BBC News - Top stories -
Fallout's Ella Purnell To Star In Horror-Comedy About Killer Squirrels
Ella Purnell, who stars on Prime Video's Fallout and is coming back for its upcoming Season 2, is also lined up to star in a comedy-horror about killer squirrels. Screen Daily reports that Purnell will star in The Scurry, which is currently ...GameSpot - Tech -
'Jour de Fête': Jacques Tati's Bucolic French Comedy
Released in France 75 years ago this month, the film follows a small-town postman played by the director himself, and combines comic brilliance with a warm, sensitive nostalgia.The Wall Street Journal - World - France -
Stranger Things 5 Photo Teases More Nancy And Jonathan Drama
Because the Byers family moved out of Hawkins at the end of Stranger Things Season 3, Jonathan Byers (Charlie Heaton) and his girlfriend, Nancy Wheeler (Natalia Dyer), didn't get many scenes together in Season 4. There were even some signs that ...GameSpot - Tech -
Man gets new kidney thanks to his best friend and a total stranger
Cory Slater decided to donate his kidney to his best friend, Curtis Choe. However, Slater wasn't a match. But thanks to a program through the National Kidney Registry, Slater was able to donate his kidney to a person he matched with and in return ...CBS News - Top stories -
Slapstick Comedy Movie Hundreds Of Beavers Is As Much Video Game Let's Play As Bugs Bunny Cartoon
More and more video games are seeing adaptations into movies, but Hundreds of Beavers might be the most video game-like movie I've ever seen.That's not necessarily apparent from first blush, especially because Hundreds of Beavers' other influences ...GameSpot - Tech -
Review: 'The Strangers - Chapter 1' is a rote rehash that lacks the original film's creepy suspense
Intended to kick-start a new trilogy of films, 'The Strangers - Chapter 1,' starring Madelaine Petsch and Froy Gutierrez, is a weak retread of the 2008 original.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Man gets new kidney thanks to help from his best friend and a stranger
"CBS Mornings" lead national correspondent David Begnaud surprised a man who received a kidney transplant with the stranger who helped save his life.CBS News - Top stories -
How are universal credit rules changing?
People claiming universal credit and working under 18 hours a week will have to look for more work.BBC News - Top stories -
Venice Exhibition Traces the History of Buccellati
“The Prince of Goldsmiths, Rediscovering the Classics” pays special tribute to the founder’s fortuitous meeting with a man who would become his patron.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
The Biggest Treatment Disaster in NHS History
Infected Blood Inquiry finds evidence of cover-upBBC News - Top stories -
Jane Schoenbrun Wants to Blow Up Your TV
Growing up, director Jane Schoenbrun escaped into shows like The X-Files and Twin Peaks. Their new movie is about the relief, and danger, of getting lost in screens.Wired - Tech -
The 14 TV shows we're most excited for this summer
This summer, you'll have to say goodbye to at least one series, but you'll get to say hello to revivals of "Orphan Black" and "Yo Gabba Gabba!," some mystery miniseries and music-centered docuseries.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
It's not 'TV Week' anymore as streamers dominate the advertising upfronts
In a week that was once all about ABC, CBS, NBC and Fox, Amazon and Netflix make their presence felt as they seek a piece of the $27-billion upfront ad market.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Watch: Iran state TV announces Raisi's death
Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi has been killed in a helicopter crash, according to state media.BBC News - Top stories - Iran -
Radical change looms for Japanese legal sector
Advisers are braced for more domestic businesses to become targets for unsolicited takeoversFinancial Times - World - Japan -
Thunderstorms, Wind and Climate Change: Here’s What to Know
Scientists say storms like those that battered Houston could become more intense as the planet warms, though pinning down trends is still challenging.The New York Times - World - Climate -
'Up there with Shankly' - How Klopp changed Liverpool
Football Focus' Dion Dublin and Shay Given, are joined by Redmen TV's Paul Machin to discuss the legacy Jurgen Klopp leaves ahead of his final game as Liverpool manager this weekend.BBC News - Top stories -
Xavi on Barça exit reports: 'Nothing has changed'
Barcelona head coach Xavi has insisted that he retains the club's trust despite the debate about his future beyond this summer re-opening this week.ESPN - Sports -
One Japanese Word Changed the Course of Her Career
Devin Halbal had amassed hundreds of thousands of TikTok followers with her inspirational videos. Then she went to Asia.The New York Times - Lifestyle - Japan -
Mets' Diaz open to change in role amid struggles
Struggling star Edwin Díaz is open to a change in role -- even if it means losing his job as the closer -- in an effort to help the slumping Mets.ESPN - Sports - US Open -
'We changed the club', but Arsenal need to reach 'next level'
So close, but yet so far – and the mood was defiant at Arsenal after their final-day win over Everton was not enough to earn a first Premier League title in two decades.BBC News - Top stories -
Two shots that changed everything for Xander Schauffele
The 30-year-old Schauffele finally broke through for his first major championship, but he had to earn it with a pair of clutch shots on the final hole at Valhalla.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Unity for Humanity awards grants to drive social change
Unity, the maker of the Unity game engine, announced 2024 Unity for Humanity grant winners and honorees, all of whom will receive bespoke awards from a pool of $500,000. Judged based on the vision, impact, inclusion, and viability of their ...VentureBeat - Tech -
Apple has a chance to change investors’ minds
Apple’s hardware events are usually most exciting to investors. But this time, Wall Street is highly anticipating the company’s annual software preview.MarketWatch - Business - Apple -
Pope Francis: "Climate change at this moment is a road to death"
Pope Francis has often spoken up about the alarming impact of climate change and urges countries that can "make the most difference" to help create awareness and take action.CBS News - Top stories -
Pope Francis calls climate change "a road to death"
In a historic interview that aired in part on "60 Minutes," Pope Francis sat down with "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell to discuss a range of issues, including his views on the war in Gaza, migrants and same-sex ...CBS News - Top stories - Climate -
NYPD Responded Aggressively to Protests After Promises to Change
Violent responses to pro-Palestinian activists follow a sweeping agreement aimed at striking an equilibrium between preserving public safety and the rights of protesters.The New York Times - Top stories -
The Dow crosses 40,000 for the first time in history
The Dow is now up about 6% so far this year.ABC News - Top stories -
Nashville fires Smith, only coach in team history
Nashville SC has fired Gary Smith, the only head coach in franchise history.ESPN - Sports - Tennessee -
Bahrain Celebrates Its History as a Pearling Center
A new walking trail in Muharraq explains a legacy of the gem dating to the Bronze Age.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Usyk v Fury: History of the heavyweight beef
What is the history between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk? British boxer Viddal Riley breaks down the heavyweight rivalry.BBC News - Top stories -
Dow rises above 40,000 for first time in history
For the first time ever on Thursday, the Dow Jones average rose about 40,000, providing new optimism about the economy. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger breaks down what it means.CBS News - Top stories -
House Speaker Mike Johnson Is 'Tired of Making History'
The accidental Speaker talks about his eventful first six months, what he told Biden about the border, and why he’s planning to keep the gavel next year.The Wall Street Journal - World - House -
Manchester City have put themselves 'in history books'
Midfielder Phil Foden responds to Manchester City's record fourth successive title by saying "we’ve put ourselves in the history books".BBC News - Top stories -
Reckonings for Assange, Trump — and the darkest chapter in NHS history
Also, ex-Post Office head Paula Vennells set to give evidence in the Horizon IT scandal inquiryFinancial Times - World - Donald Trump -
How YouTube became must-see TV: Shorts, sports and Coachella livestreams
YouTube said more people are watching live events like Coachella and short form videos on TV sets. Sports, including the NFL, are also boosting viewership.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Best Buy has a sale on the best TVs for watching sports in 2024
Best Buy just slashed up to $900 off the price of premium 4K TVs from LG, Samsung, Sony and more.CBS Sports - Sports -
Best Buy has a huge sale on TVs ahead of Memorial Day
Save hundreds on TVs from top brands like Samsung, LG, TCL and more with Best Buy's pre-Memorial Day deals.CBS News - Top stories -
Dabney Coleman: Where to Stream His Best Movies and TV Shows
Coleman’s characters frequently displayed the kind of antagonistic demeanor familiar to anyone who has ever dealt with a bad boss or a disgruntled customer.The New York Times - Top stories