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Judge Dismisses Terrorism Charges in UnitedHealthcare CEO Murder: ‘No Evidence of Intent to Coerce Population

A New York judge has dismissed terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, while keeping murder charges intact. Judge Gregory Carro ruled that Mangione’s ideological motives alone don’t qualify as terrorism under state law. The 27-year-old Mangione still faces second-degree murder charges for the December 4, 2024, shooting of ...

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15-Year-Old Owen Cooper Becomes Youngest Male Emmy Winner as Seth Rogen Breaks Record with 23 Nominations

The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday night saw new TV shows take home the top prizes. Apple TV+’s “The Studio” won best comedy, HBO Max’s “The Pitt” won best drama, and Netflix’s “Adolescence” dominated the limited series category. “The Studio” was the night’s biggest winner. It tied the record for most comedy nominations with ...

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WWE executive Paul "Triple H" Levesque speaking into a microphone while wearing a suit during a WWE event in 2014.

Saudi Arabia Secures WrestleMania 43 for $100M+, Triple H Calls Historic First ‘Global Brand’ Showcase

WWE announced Friday that WrestleMania 43 will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in 2027, marking the first time the company’s flagship event will be held outside North America since its inception in 1985. The historic announcement was made by WWE Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H” Levesque alongside Turki Alalshikh, chairman of Saudi Arabia’s ...

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Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez walking together on a New York City street in a scene from Only Murders in the Building Season 5.

Only Murders Season 5 Premieres with 100% Rotten Tomatoes Score Despite Critics Warning ‘Centre is Failing to Hold’

The fifth season of Hulu’s hit comedy-mystery “Only Murders in the Building” premieres September 9 with three episodes, followed by weekly releases until October 28. While the series continues to deliver its signature charm, some critics suggest the show might be losing its edge. Season 5 begins with the death of Lester, the Arconia’s longtime ...

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Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen celebrates with raised arms while being lifted by teammates after leading a comeback victory, wearing blue jersey number 15 in a packed stadium

Rodgers Ties Brady Record as Rookies Shock NFL Week 1

The opening week of the 2025 NFL season delivered dramatic finishes, surprising performances, and tactical innovations that hint at what’s to come this year. In Sunday’s action, veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers showed he still has plenty left in the tank at age 41, throwing four touchdowns in the Steelers’ 34-32 win over his former team, ...

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Daniel Craig as detective Benoit Blanc and Josh O'Connor as Father Jud Duplenticy sitting in a vintage car at night, illuminated by dim lighting, creating a tense atmosphere characteristic of the film's Gothic elements.

Knives Out 3 Brings Gothic Horror to Church Murder Mystery, Critics Call it ‘Johnson’s Most Emotional Film’

“Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery,” the third film in Rian Johnson’s mystery series, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 6, 2025, to strong reviews that highlight its darker tone and Gothic elements while maintaining the franchise’s signature humor.  The film trades the sunny settings of previous entries for a ...

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Trump Restores ‘War Department’ Name in Military Rebranding

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Friday to rebrand the Pentagon as the “Department of War,” a move that restores its historical name used from 1789 until 1949. The executive order allows the Defense Department to use “Department of War” as a secondary title, and authorizes officials to use titles like “Secretary of War” ...