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Billy Joel Retires from Touring After Revealing Rare Neurological Disorder Diagnosis
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Billy Joel Retires from Touring After Revealing Rare Neurological Disorder Diagnosis

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New York, USA: Pianist and singer-songwriter Billy Joel, 76, announced he is retiring from touring due to a rare neurological condition called...

May 24, 2025 11:43 AM Negative

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Aaron Paul Recounts Devastation Over Not Landing Role in “The Class,” a Post-“Friends” Sitcom
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Aaron Paul Recounts Devastation Over Not Landing Role in “The Class,” a Post-“Friends” Sitcom

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Los Angeles, California, USA: Appearing on “Hot Ones,” actor Aaron Paul opened up about feeling crushed when he didn’t land a part in the 2006 CBS...

May 24, 2025 09:21 AM Neutral
Marvel Studios Delays Next Two Avengers Films, Pushing Blockbusters to 2026–27
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Marvel Studios Delays Next Two Avengers Films, Pushing Blockbusters to 2026–27

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Hollywood, USA: Marvel Studios confirmed that Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars are being postponed from mid-2026 and mid-2027 to...

May 24, 2025 09:21 AM Neutral
‘Cheers’ Actor George Wendt Dies at 76
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‘Cheers’ Actor George Wendt Dies at 76

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Los Angeles, California, USA: George Wendt, best known for his six Emmy nominations playing Norm Peterson on the beloved sitcom Cheers, passed...

May 22, 2025 12:12 AM Negative
Sesame Street Heads to Netflix as PBS Funding Remains Uncertain
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Sesame Street Heads to Netflix as PBS Funding Remains Uncertain

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New York, USA: After half a century on public television, Sesame Street is making a major streaming shift to Netflix. Uncertainty over federal PBS...

May 22, 2025 12:12 AM Neutral
Netflix Saves Sesame Street, Scores PR Victory
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Netflix Saves Sesame Street, Scores PR Victory

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Los Gatos, California, USA: Netflix clinched a deal to pick up Sesame Street after HBO let its contract expire, ensuring new episodes also run...

May 21, 2025 12:29 AM Neutral
Chili’s and TGI Fridays’ Cheesy Twitter Feud Goes Viral
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Chili’s and TGI Fridays’ Cheesy Twitter Feud Goes Viral

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Dallas, Texas, USA: A playful Twitter spat between Chili’s and TGI Fridays over mozzarella sticks lit up social media, reminiscent of fast-food...

May 21, 2025 12:29 AM Center
RHONY Reboot Rumors Prompt Fans’ Dream Casting Frenzy
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RHONY Reboot Rumors Prompt Fans’ Dream Casting Frenzy

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New York, USA: The Real Housewives of New York City is rumored to undergo yet another reboot following mixed reception to Season 15. Bravo...

May 19, 2025 05:28 PM Neutral
Celebrities Expand Into Beverage Space, Moving Beyond Wine and Spirits
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Celebrities Expand Into Beverage Space, Moving Beyond Wine and Spirits

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Los Angeles, California, USA: In the wake of blockbuster successes like George Clooney’s $1 billion tequila sale and Ryan Reynolds’s lucrative gin...

May 19, 2025 05:28 PM Positive

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