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King of the Hill’s showrunner breaks down the biggest changes in season 15, and season 16 plans
King of the Hill’s 15th season is presented as more emotionally layered than the original series while retaining its quiet, grounded humour. Showrunner Saladin Patterson says the revival has moved beyond season 14’s focus on Hank and Peggy readjusting after years in Saudi Arabia, instead exploring challenges associated with later life. The new season includes…
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Natanael Cano Offers 1 Million Pesos to Loyal Fan & More Uplifting Moments in Latin Music
Latin music saw several celebratory fan and community-focused moments this week, including Natanael Cano’s high-value album promotion and Shakira’s public tribute to World Cup workers in New York. The events highlight how major Latin artists are using live shows and promotional campaigns to reward supporters and recognise behind-the-scenes contributors. – Natanael Cano announced a Mexico…
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LISTEN: California Film Commissioner Colleen Bell Talks State Tax Incentive Battles and Hollywood’s Future: ‘These Are Jobs Programs’
California Film Commissioner Colleen Bell says the state’s expanded production tax incentive is intended to protect and grow entertainment employment as film and television production in Los Angeles declines. Speaking on Variety’s “Strictly Business” podcast, she argued that public policy must adapt to keep productions and skilled workers in California amid intense competition from other…
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Former PlayStation head says the rise of AAA games shut down Japan Studio because Sony “wanted to drive hardware sales with games like God of War and Uncharted”
Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida said Japan Studio was closed because Sony increasingly prioritised large, blockbuster games that could help sell PlayStation hardware, such as God of War and Uncharted. His comments highlight how the rising cost and commercial importance of AAA development reshaped Sony’s studio strategy, leaving less room for teams known for smaller…
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The 2001 album David Gilmour crowned as Pink Floyd’s “perfect primer”
David Gilmour reportedly described Pink Floyd’s 2001 compilation *Echoes: The Best of Pink Floyd* as a “perfect primer” for listeners unfamiliar with the band. The collection matters because it presents a concise overview of Pink Floyd’s long career, spanning its early psychedelic period through to its major commercial releases. Released as a double album, *Echoes*…
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God of War Laufey release date adds to a crowded February 2027 game lineup
Sony Santa Monica has confirmed that God of War Laufey will launch exclusively for PlayStation 5 on 16 February 2027, placing it in an increasingly crowded month for major game releases. The spin-off is significant because it is the first God of War title not led by Kratos, instead following Faye, also known as Laufey.…
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10 Movies That Clearly Influenced Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’
Christopher Nolan reportedly assigned films to his cast before making *The Odyssey*, and Collider argues that his forthcoming Homer adaptation shows the influence of several major cinematic traditions. The article presents these influences as clues to Nolan’s aim: an ancient world that feels physically real, vast and emotionally punishing rather than digitally artificial. – *Andrei…
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Josh Sapan on Life After AMC Networks and Championing Disability on Screen
Former AMC Networks chief executive Josh Sapan has shifted his post-2021 career towards independent film investment and disability advocacy, particularly through the Marvels of Media Festival for autistic media makers. His efforts aim to improve representation on screen while giving neurodivergent filmmakers practical routes to training, funding and wider audiences. Marvels of Media, founded with…
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Lil Wayne, Karol G, Smashing Pumpkins to Receive Stars on Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2027
Lil Wayne, Karol G, Smashing Pumpkins and David Guetta are among the musicians selected to receive stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2027. The honours recognise their contributions to entertainment and place them within a wider class of figures from film, television, theatre and radio. Other recording-category honourees include Linkin Park, Sia, the…
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How to program your Roku remote to voice control your non-Roku TV
Roku users can configure compatible voice remotes to control basic functions on non-Roku televisions, reducing the need to use separate remotes. The feature relies on HDMI-CEC support, which allows connected devices to communicate and can enable voice commands for switching the television on or off and changing volume. To set it up, users should go…