
New report from PEN America documents vast book bannings in U.S. prisons
A new study from PEN America finds that tens of thousands of books are banned or restricted by U.S. prisons
1970-01-01 08:00

Why Is the First Episode of a TV Show Called a ‘Pilot’?
Getting a concept onto the big screen is a difficult process, and the pilot episode is what can make—or, more often, break—a series. By why is it called that?
1970-01-01 08:00

Paris Hilton responds to 'cruel' comments about her baby
Paris Hilton is responding to reaction over a photo of her 8-month-old son, Phoenix Barron.
1970-01-01 08:00

10 Chilling Facts About Permafrost
About 11 percent of the Earth’s surface is perpetually frozen, though that will surely change as global warming continues.
1970-01-01 08:00

Guilty pleas from ex-Trump attorneys deal blow to right-wing media outlets that amplified election lies
Plea deals taken by Jenna Ellis, Sidney Powell and Kenneth Chesebro spell trouble for not only Donald Trump but for the right-wing media apparatus that championed his election lies.
1970-01-01 08:00

'Shaft' star Richard Roundtree, considered the first Black action movie hero, has died at 81
Richard Roundtree, the trailblazing actor for Black filmmakers who starred as the ultra-smooth private detective in the 1971 action movie “Shaft” and several sequels, has died
1970-01-01 08:00

Reports: Richard Roundtree, actor famous for playing 'Shaft,' has died
Richard Roundtree, the stage and screen actor best known for his performance as a tough-talking private eye in 1971's "Shaft," has died, according to multiple reports.
1970-01-01 08:00

Britney Spears says she's 'roaring back to life' in her new memoir
Britney Spears is redefining what freedom means to her after over a decade of feeling like she didn't have control of her own life.
1970-01-01 08:00

Florida officials ask US Supreme Court to block rulings limiting anti-drag show law
The state of Florida is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to block lower court rulings that prohibit the enforcement of a new law targeting drag shows
1970-01-01 08:00

This Map Shows You Where to Find the Best Cider Donuts in New England
If you're planning a leaf-peeping trip through New England this fall, you'll want to map out the best spots for apple cider donuts along your route.
1970-01-01 08:00

Colorado coach Deion Sanders enjoys the spoof of Deion Sanders on 'Saturday Night Live'
Deion Sanders enjoyed the spoof of Deion Sanders in a recent skit on “Saturday Night Live.”
1970-01-01 08:00

The New York Times walks back flawed Gaza hospital coverage, but other media outlets remain silent
Most news organizations seem eager to sweep last week's negligent coverage of the Gaza hospital explosion under the rug, moving on from the low moment covering the Israel-Hamas war without admitting any mistakes.
1970-01-01 08:00