Category: film_and_tv
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Media Monitor: Actor James Handy Dies at 81 in Los Angeles
USA TODAY reports actor James Handy, known for "Top Gun," died at 81 in Los Angeles after allegedly being stabbed by his girlfriend's son.
EntertainmentLaw EnforcementFilm and TVLegalSocial Issues James HandyLos AngelesstabbingdeathactorcrimeUSA TODAY
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Media Monitor: TIME Reports on Kennedy Center, AI, World Cup, and Middle East
TIME magazine is reporting on the Kennedy Center's removal of Trump references, the development of a large AI data center in Norway, the projected carbon footprint of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and ongoing strikes between Israel and Hezbollah.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyWorldEntertainmentGeneral PoliticsArtificial IntelligenceClimate ChangeMiddle EastFilm and TV Kennedy CenterDonald J TrumpNorwayFIFA World CupCarbon FootprintIsrael-Hezbollah ConflictTIME magazine
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Media Monitor: Poynter details reasons reporters don't confront Trump's insults, reports on "60 Minutes" turmoil, and other media news
Poynter is reporting on why journalists avoid direct confrontation with President Donald Trump's insults, the recent turmoil at CBS's "60 Minutes," and other media industry developments, including a new webinar series on AI in journalism.
Politics and GovernmentMediaBusinessSportGeneral PoliticsWhite HouseDigital and Print PublishingFilm and TVArtificial IntelligenceEducation Donald TrumpKaitlan Collins60 MinutesJournalismCBS NewsTelevisionPoynter.org
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Warner Bros. Unveils "Evil Dead Burn" Theatrical Release, New Home Entertainment Options
Warner Bros. announces "Evil Dead Burn" hits theaters July 10, alongside "Gilmore Girls" Blu-ray debut, "The Mummy" digital release, "Speed Racer" 4K restoration insights, and new "Supergirl" merchandise.
EntertainmentBusinessMediaFilm and TVVideo Games Warner Bros.Evil Dead BurnGilmore GirlsThe MummySpeed RacerFilm ReleasesHome EntertainmentWarner Bros
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City of Fairfax Unveils Diverse Cultural Arts Calendar and Call for Artists
The City of Fairfax announces a varied lineup of cultural arts events, including a call for art for its Mini-Art Vending Machines, a film screening, an art class, and upcoming exhibitions and Pride celebrations extending into 2026.
EntertainmentEnvironmentMusicFilm and TVSocial IssuesEducation Fairfax CityCultural ArtsArt ExhibitionFilm SeriesMini-Art Vending MachinesArt WorkshopPride Month
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Digital Content Next Examines Media's Fight for Value in a Tech-Dominated Landscape
Digital Content Next's latest insights reveal media companies' struggle against tech giants' ad dominance, the need for streaming transparency, and evolving consumer subscription choices, urging strategic adaptation for value capture.
BusinessMediaScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentDigital and Print PublishingArtificial IntelligenceEconomyFilm and TVGeneral PoliticsFederal Government Digital Content NextDigital AdvertisingStreaming TVSubscriptionsMedia IndustryContent Monetization
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Loneliness Emerges as Major Public Health Concern
U.K. and U.S. experts trace the rise of loneliness as a major public health issue. Their findings highlight how research, political involvement, and the pandemic contributed to increased awareness and a shift in its societal perception.
HealthBusinessScience & TechnologyMediaMedical ScienceSocial IssuesEducationFilm and TVDigital and Print Publishing LonelinessPublic HealthU.K.U.S.ResearchPandemicPolitical Involvement
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Columbia University Unveils Diverse Public Events for Early June 2026
Columbia University announces a series of diverse public events for early June 2026, including a free Shakespeare performance, an Eid celebration, a C++ documentary premiere, and a Cerebral Palsy Community Day, offering cultural and educational opportunities.
EntertainmentScience & TechnologyHealthFilm and TVComputers and InternetMedical ScienceSocial IssuesEducation Columbia UniversityCommunity EventsAs You Like ItEid ul-AdhaC++Cerebral PalsyPublic Theaternewsletter
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Media Monitor: The Washington Post Reports on GLP-1 Drugs, Pelley Firing, and Primary Results
The Washington Post is reporting on new studies regarding GLP-1 drugs and cancer, the firing of Scott Pelley from '60 Minutes,' and primary election outcomes in Iowa and California.
HealthMediaBusinessPolitics and GovernmentMedical ScienceFilm and TVEconomyElectionGeneral PoliticsState Governments GLP-1 drugsCancer researchScott Pelley60 MinutesIowa primaryCalifornia electionsU.S. economyThe Washington Post
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Gut Biome Changes Linked to Increased Colon Cancer Risk
Harvard research reveals that changes in the gut biome may be a key driver behind increased colon cancer risk, potentially opening new avenues for prevention and treatment.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentEntertainmentScience & TechnologySocial IssuesMedical ScienceLegalEducationFilm and TVMiddle East Colon CancerGut BiomeResearchHarvard UniversityMicrobiomeDisease Prevention
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Media Monitor: Microsoft Unveils New AI Models and Hardware; Trump Softens AI Executive Order; Scorsese Advises AI Startup
The Rundown AI is reporting Microsoft's new AI models and agent-first hardware, President Trump's voluntary AI security review, and Martin Scorsese's advisory role with an AI image startup.
Science & TechnologyBusinessPolitics and GovernmentEntertainmentArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetFederal GovernmentEconomyFilm and TV MicrosoftDonald TrumpExecutive OrderMartin ScorseseHollywoodQuantum ComputingThe Rundown AI
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Fatty Liver Disease Poses Significant Heart Risk, Study Reveals
A new study highlights how fatty liver disease, affecting 30-40% of U.S. adults, significantly endangers heart health. The research underscores the critical link between the widespread liver condition and coronary threats.
HealthBusinessEntertainmentPolitics and GovernmentMedical ScienceFinancial MarketsEducationSocial IssuesFilm and TV Fatty liver diseaseHeart diseaseCardiovascular healthMedical researchPublic healthAdult health
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Media Monitor: Wall Street Journal Editorial Board Weighs in on Corporate Strategy, Elections, and Geopolitics
The Wall Street Journal Editorial Board is reporting on corporate strategy, California elections, Supreme Court proposals, and international developments in Iran, Colombia, and South Korea.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldEntertainmentGeneral PoliticsEconomyMiddle EastFilm and TVEducation Wall Street JournalCorporate StrategyCalifornia ElectionsSupreme CourtIranColombiaSouth KoreaWall Street Journal Editorial Board
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Yale Scientists Advance Pancreatic Cancer Research and Challenge Evolutionary Theory
Yale researchers are tackling the deadly challenges of pancreatic cancer and offering hope for future treatments. Concurrently, new studies on cavefish are overturning long-held evolutionary beliefs about species in underground ecosystems.
HealthScience & TechnologyMediaPolitics and GovernmentMedical ScienceEducationGeneral PoliticsDigital and Print PublishingFilm and TV Pancreatic CancerCancer ResearchEvolutionary BiologyCavefishYale UniversityLuisa Escobar-HoyosScientific ResearchUniversity
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Media Monitor: "60 Minutes" Undergoes Overhaul, Trump Faces Event Withdrawals and Kennedy Center Ruling
Poynter reports on significant changes at CBS News' "60 Minutes," including executive producer and correspondent firings, alongside President Trump's reactions to artist withdrawals from a national fair and a judge's order to remove his name from the Kennedy Center.
MediaPolitics and GovernmentSportDigital and Print PublishingFilm and TVGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentLegalEducation 60 MinutesCBS NewsDonald TrumpKennedy CenterGreat American State FairJournalismTelevision NewsPoynter.org
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Media Monitor: TIME Covers Trump's Health, California Politics, AI's Future, and Cultural Topics
TIME magazine is reporting on President Trump's health, Steve Hilton's California gubernatorial bid, the impact of AI on work, and a cultural piece on jealousy, among other topics.
Politics and GovernmentHealthScience & TechnologyEntertainmentWhite HouseState GovernmentsElectionArtificial IntelligenceFilm and TVSocial Issues Donald TrumpPresidential HealthSteve HiltonCalifornia PoliticsJealousyFilm ReviewTIME magazine
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Governor Sherrill's Sunday Schedule Features Delaney Hall Update and TV Appearance
New Jersey Governor Sherrill's May 31 schedule includes an update on Delaney Hall at the Newark State Police Station, open to press, followed by a live appearance on MS NOW's PoliticsNation with Rev. Al Sharpton.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsLaw EnforcementFilm and TV Governor SherrillNew JerseyDelaney HallPublic ScheduleNewarkPoliticsTelevision NewsOffice of New Jersey Governor
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Media Monitor: USA TODAY Reports on Trump, Hurricane Season, and Mississippi River
USA TODAY's Daily Briefing covers President Donald Trump's event plans and Kennedy Center reaction, hurricane season preparations, Jill Biden's memoir, and the Mississippi River's enduring significance.
Politics and GovernmentWeatherSportEntertainmentGeneral PoliticsWhite HouseGeneral WeatherFilm and TVEuropeSocial Issues Donald TrumpMississippi RiverHurricane SeasonJill BidenKennedy CenterKelly CurtisRetirement PlanningUSA TODAY Daily Briefing
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Media Monitor: Washington Post Examines Marriage Through Popular Media
The Washington Post is reporting on how the complexities of marriage are explored in popular culture, specifically referencing 'The Four Seasons' and 'Couples Therapy' as key examples.
MediaEntertainmentDigital and Print PublishingSocial IssuesFilm and TV MarriageRelationshipsThe Four SeasonsCouples TherapyThe Washington PostPopular CultureTelevision
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Media Monitor: Penguin Random House Highlights Celebrity Memoirs and Lifestyle Guide
Penguin Random House is recommending new book releases, including memoirs from Shirley MacLaine, Matthew McConaughey, and Al Pacino, alongside a lifestyle guide by Shira Gill.
MediaBusinessEntertainmentDigital and Print PublishingFilm and TVSocial Issues Penguin Random HouseShirley MacLaineMatthew McConaugheyAl PacinoShira GillMemoirBooks and Literature
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Google Unveils Gemini Omni and Gemini 3.5 Flash with Advanced AI Capabilities
Google's new Gemini Omni creates video from diverse inputs, while Gemini 3.5 Flash powers intelligent agents and coding, enhancing daily digital experiences and search.
Science & TechnologyBusinessMediaArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetDigital and Print PublishingFilm and TV Google I/O 2026Gemini OmniGemini 3.5 FlashVideo EditingAI AgentsGenerative AIGoogleAlphabet
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Library of Congress Blog Explores Music Authenticity Through Anime 'Carole & Tuesday'
A Library of Congress guest blog connects the anime "Carole & Tuesday" to American popular music, exploring how institutions preserve and define musical authenticity, and highlighting cross-cultural exchange during AAPI Heritage Month.
EntertainmentMediaWorldMusicFilm and TVDigital and Print PublishingEducationSocial IssuesAsia Carole & TuesdayLibrary of CongressAuthenticityShinichirō WatanabeJoni MitchellAAPI Heritage MonthU.S. Library of Congress
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Conan O'Brien Addresses Harvard Graduates at Joyful Commencement
Harvard University celebrated its Commencement on May 29, 2026, with Conan O’Brien delivering a keynote address. The day saw graduates and families filled with joy, alongside the election of thirteen new alumni to leadership boards.
EducationScience & TechnologyMediaClimate ChangeEnvironmentFilm and TVSocial Issues Harvard UniversityCommencementConan O'BrienAlumniLeadershipArts & Culture
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Sony Pictures Highlights New Entertainment Offerings
Sony Pictures invites audiences to discover its latest content across movies, trailers, home entertainment, TV, and soundtracks, providing a broad range of new options for viewers.
EntertainmentMediaFilm and TVDigital and Print PublishingMusic Sony PicturesMoviesTrailersHome EntertainmentTVSoundtracks
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Sony Pictures Invites Audiences to Discover New Entertainment Content
Sony Pictures invites audiences to discover its latest movies, trailers, home entertainment, TV shows, and soundtracks. Explore new releases and updates from the studio's diverse entertainment catalog.
EntertainmentMediaBusinessFilm and TVMusic Sony PicturesMoviesTrailersHome EntertainmentTVSoundtracks
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Media Monitor: "60 Minutes" Correspondent Sharyn Alfonsi Departs Amid Controversy, Citing Retaliation
Poynter reports on Sharyn Alfonsi's departure from "60 Minutes" amid claims of retaliation, a $400,000 settlement at Condé Nast, and Dr. Jill Biden's concerns about former President Joe Biden's debate performance.
MediaPolitics and GovernmentBusinessSportDigital and Print PublishingFilm and TVGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEmployment and LaborElection Sharyn Alfonsi60 MinutesCBS NewsMedia IndustryCondé NastJoy BeharSports EmmysTom Jones I Poynter
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Harvard Announces Conan O'Brien as 2026 Commencement Speaker
Harvard University's 2026 Commencement features Conan O’Brien as speaker and honorary degree recipient. Class Day included Ronny Chieng's AI warning and student reflections. The celebration culminates with the Class of 2026 livestream.
Science & TechnologyEntertainmentPolitics and GovernmentEducationArtificial IntelligenceFilm and TVMilitarySocial IssuesGeneral Politics Harvard UniversityCommencementConan O'BrienRonny ChiengClass DayHonorary Degrees
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Media Monitor: Matthew Perry's Former Assistant Sentenced
USA TODAY reports that Matthew Perry's former assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, has been sentenced, concluding the criminal proceedings related to the "Friends" actor's death.
EntertainmentLaw EnforcementLegalFilm and TV Matthew PerryKenneth IwamasaSentencingCriminal proceedingsActorDeathUSA TODAY
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Columbia University Celebrates Achievements, Alumni Success, and Community Engagement
Columbia University highlights recent graduates, Emmy-nominated alumna Sara Barone's music career, a historic NCAA bid for Women's Rowing, and a community event for cancer survivors, alongside the tale of a lost college seal.
BusinessHealthMediaSportEducationMedical ScienceMusicFilm and TVVideo Games Columbia UniversityWomen's RowingSara BaroneKing's College SealCancer SupportNCAA ChampionshipMedia Compositionnewsletter
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Media Monitor: Trump Administration Seeks Broader Leak Crackdown, CBS Ignores Colbert Finale, Guardian U.S. Reports Record Revenue
Poynter reports the Trump administration is proposing a government-wide nondisclosure agreement to curb leaks. It also highlights CBS News' decision to omit coverage of Stephen Colbert's finale and The Guardian U.S.'s record revenue.
Politics and GovernmentMediaBusinessGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentDigital and Print PublishingFilm and TVComputers and InternetLegal Donald TrumpLeaksNondisclosure AgreementStephen ColbertCBS NewsThe GuardianMedia IndustryPoynter.org