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Ballads of Wallis Island Currently available to stream on Peacock, this film is a quirky British comedy that you might already be somewhat familiar with. It features an array of quirky characters—some uplifting, some grumpy—alongside moments filled with both joy and sorrow, all woven into a bittersweet narrative. Originating from a BAFTA-nominated short in 2007, […]
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As awareness of autism increases, the depiction of autistic characters in media is evolving. Rather than relying solely on stereotypical portrayals, new shows, like the British mystery series that debuted on Channel 4 in January, are highlighting characters with unique skills like those found in autism. In this series, titled *Criminal Record Crew*, the protagonist […]
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Jaw 3: Should You Stream or Skip It? At one point, there was buzz about a new approach to the third installment of the Jaws franchise, perhaps even hinting at a comedic twist. However, various script issues, rating uncertainties, and even some pushback from former director Steven Spielberg played a role in the project, which […]
Wealthy Tax Cheats Get a Pass as Republicans Approve Trump’s IRS Choice Billy Long
On Thursday, the Republican-controlled U.S. Senate confirmed Billy Long as the head of the Internal Revenue Service, despite facing significant scandal during his nomination. Long had previously sought to eliminate the IRS altogether while serving in Congress. All Republican Senators supported President Donald Trump’s nomination for Long, who has been implicated in allegations of promoting […]
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Context can be tricky for writers, especially in the first episode of a series. Too much exposition can overwhelm viewers, while too little can leave them confused. A new Korean noir thriller seems to lean towards the latter. Opening scene: “Youido, Seoul, 2010.” Shot in black and white, we see two men in a car. […]
Brooke Shields plans to pass on her jewelry to just one of her daughters after her death.
Brooke Shields openly discussed passing her gemstone collection down solely to her daughter, Greer Henchy, after her passing. The actress mentioned that her 19-year-old daughter “gets” the significance of these pieces. “I gave it to her,” Shields said. She laughed while sharing, “I literally will never do that again,” during a recent interview about natural […]
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Review of Accountant 2 Accountant 2 is currently available for streaming on Amazon Prime. It’s filled with math-related humor, especially centered around tax season and spreadsheets. This could be a comfortable space for expressing opinions on both this film and its predecessor, 2016’s Accountant, which many might consider quite silly. The first installment gained popularity, […]
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Criminal Law Season 2 Overview Season 2 of Criminal Law on Netflix kicks off with a bang, picking up after a dramatic jailbreak that concluded the first season. Detective Isaac, portrayed by Alex Nader, remains elusive, and four months later, federal agents Slen (Maeve Zinkins) and Benicio (Romulo Braga) are inching closer to his latest […]
Self-driving cars should be required to pass a driving test, just like everyone else.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Bureau estimates that around 40,000 people lost their lives in car accidents last year, with millions more injured. To tackle this issue, automotive and tech companies have been pushing for self-driving vehicles, intending to reduce both the number and severity of crashes. A significant number of fatal accidents are linked […]
Inside House Speaker Mike Johnson’s determined struggle to pass Trump’s ‘big beautiful’ bill: ‘Make it happen’
Speaker Johnson Relies on Trump for Budget Negotiations WASHINGTON – Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) turned to President Trump for support last week amid budget negotiations. “In recent weeks, things were looking shaky,” Johnson shared in a phone interview, emphasizing Trump’s role in the discussions. “He’s the ultimate dealmaker. He literally wrote a book on it. […]