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Laurie Metcalf on Her 'Bolder' New Approach After a No-Script Gamble on 'Monster'
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Laurie Metcalf on Her 'Bolder' New Approach After a No-Script Gamble on 'Monster'

Veteran actress Laurie Metcalf explains why she took a role in Netflix's 'Monster: The Ed Gein Story' without a script, and how a 'ballsy' improvised scene changed her approach to risk-taking.

Why Hollywood Banks on Christmas: The 75-Year-Old Bet That Still Packs Theaters
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Why Hollywood Banks on Christmas: The 75-Year-Old Bet That Still Packs Theaters

It started with a risky bet in 1947. Discover the history and business strategy behind why Christmas Day has become Hollywood's most profitable moviegoing tradition.

SNL's Trump Jokes He's Renaming Monuments Because His Name Was Taken Off 'So Many Files'
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SNL's Trump Jokes He's Renaming Monuments Because His Name Was Taken Off 'So Many Files'

In its final cold open of the year, SNL's James Austin Johnson, as Donald Trump, satirized the recent release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, joking he needed to put his name on buildings because it was removed from 'so many files.'

A Portrait of Chaos: NASA's Juno Probe Reveals Jupiter's Breathtaking Beauty
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A Portrait of Chaos: NASA's Juno Probe Reveals Jupiter's Breathtaking Beauty

Explore stunning high-definition images of Jupiter captured by NASA's Juno spacecraft. See the chaotic beauty of the gas giant's swirling storms, Great Red Spot, and colorful atmosphere from 484 million miles away.

Bowen Yang Takes Tearful Final Bow on 'SNL' with Help from Cher and Ariana Grande
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Bowen Yang Takes Tearful Final Bow on 'SNL' with Help from Cher and Ariana Grande

Comedian Bowen Yang has left 'Saturday Night Live' after 6.5 seasons. His final show featured a tearful and hilarious send-off with Cher, Ariana Grande, and Aidy Bryant.

Conan O'Brien Reportedly Stopped 911 Call on Rob Reiner's Son Hours Before Director's Murder
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Conan O'Brien Reportedly Stopped 911 Call on Rob Reiner's Son Hours Before Director's Murder

Conan O'Brien reportedly stopped guests from calling 911 on Rob Reiner's son, Nick, at a party. The next day, the famed director and his wife were found dead. Here's what we know.

More Than the Shortest Day: The Hidden Science of the Winter Solstice
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More Than the Shortest Day: The Hidden Science of the Winter Solstice

The winter solstice is more than the shortest day of the year. Did you know it's not the coldest day, nor the day with the earliest sunset? Discover the fascinating science and cultural history behind this astronomical event.

More Than Nostalgia: How 'The Lion King' and 'Toy Story' Broke the Rules for Disney in the '90s
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More Than Nostalgia: How 'The Lion King' and 'Toy Story' Broke the Rules for Disney in the '90s

The 1990s was a decade of bold firsts for Disney. Discover how films like 'The Lion King', with its on-screen tragedy, and 'Toy Story', the first Pixar feature, redefined animation forever.

The Windsor Reset: Kate Middleton's Home Makeover is a Masterclass in Soft Power
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The Windsor Reset: Kate Middleton's Home Makeover is a Masterclass in Soft Power

Analysis: Princess Kate's redecoration of Forest Lodge isn't just about interior design. It's a strategic move to dominate the lifestyle market.

The Fonda Algorithm: Deconstructing a 60-Year Masterclass in Brand Reinvention
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The Fonda Algorithm: Deconstructing a 60-Year Masterclass in Brand Reinvention

Jane Fonda's career isn't just about acting. It's a strategic playbook for brand survival, platform pivots, and staying relevant. We analyze the Fonda algorithm.

The Funeral That Shook a Nation: Why a Bangladeshi Activist's Death is a Digital-Age Warning for Global Leaders
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The Funeral That Shook a Nation: Why a Bangladeshi Activist's Death is a Digital-Age Warning for Global Leaders

An activist's funeral in Bangladesh drew massive crowds. PRISM analyzes why this is a critical warning sign of digital-age dissent and political risk.

Edmond Safra's Fortress of Failure: What Netflix's 'Murder in Monaco' Teaches Today's Tech Leaders
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Edmond Safra's Fortress of Failure: What Netflix's 'Murder in Monaco' Teaches Today's Tech Leaders

Netflix's 'Murder in Monaco' isn't just true crime. It's a vital lesson on the failure of tech and the enduring threat of the human element in security.