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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

One of the most beloved Hollywood stars in the history of television, in particular, was actress Frances Bavier, who died in 1989 at age 85. The likable actress became best known for her compassionate and nurturing role as Aunt Bee on The Andy Griffith Show (CBS, 1960-1968).

Beloved 'Andy Griffith Show' Actress Frances Bavier ("Aunt Bee"): A Look Back at Her Life and Career

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'Yellowstone' producers revealed key details about the forthcoming sequel series, including the title and the leading actor.

‘Yellowstone’ Sequel Series Makes Major Casting Announcement

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Tuesday on the News Hour, leading Democrats at the DNC make the case for a Kamala Harris presidency while the candidate herself takes her message to voters in the swing state of Wisconsin. A rare look from on the ground in Sudan, where a brutal civil war has stolen people’s food and livelihoods. Plus, a summer COVID surge highlights difficulties in keeping up with the ever-changing virus.

August 20, 2024PBS News Hour full episode

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Almost 50,000 New Jersey residents will get a total of $100 million in medical debts forgiven, under a new state partnership with a nonprofit called Undue Medical Debt, which will use federal funds to buy and then erase the burdensome bills they could never pay.

Medical debt relief soon for thousands of NJ residents

Update: Lionsgate, the studio behind the movie, is taking down the trailer. The negative quotes used in the trailer have been fabricated. “Lionsgate is immediately recalling our trailer for Megalopolis,” said a spokesperson for the studio to Deadline. “We offer our sincere apologies to the critics involved and to Francis Ford Coppola and American Zoetrope for this inexcusable error in our vetting process. We screwed up. We are sorry.”

Lionsgate Pulls Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘Megalopolis’ Trailer Due To Using Fake Negative Reviews

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

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A historic marker could be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting at the Dollar General store in Jacksonville’s New Town neighborhood nearly a year ago. If approved by the Jacksonville City Council, a marker would be installed at Kings Road and Canal Street on Aug. 25, a day before the first anniversary of the shooting, when a white gunman took the lives of three Black people.

Memorial considered to honor Dollar General victims

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

Maria Anna Mozart was a musical prodigy just like her younger brother Wolfgang. Although the children toured Europe together, once Maria Anna came of age, she was left behind while her brother became a star. But controversial new evidence suggests she may have contributed to her brother’s earliest works while a global search for her compositions continues.

Mozart's Sister

The first trailer for Samuel L Jackson’s new Netflix movie The Piano Lesson has been released. The new film, which also stars Tenet’s John David Washington, is set in the wake of the Great Depression, focusing on the Charles family and their heirloom, a piano with designs engraved by an enslaved ancestor.

First trailer for Samuel L Jackson's new Netflix movie

Making headlines around the world, Brent Seales and his team of computer scientists set out on a mission to read the 2,000-year-old carbonized scrolls found in the remains of a villa in Herculaneum. Mt. Vesuvius’s eruption in 79 AD transformed the papyri, fusing together the layers of the scrolls and making them impossible to read. Can particle physics and AI finally reveal what the scrolls say?

The Herculaneum Scrolls

Closely linked to existentialism and the impossible balancing act between living a life adhering to rules and societal norms one believes in and acknowledging that, in the context of the grander universe around us, these rules are largely meaningless, absurdism is defined as an intentional pursuit of the ridiculous or bizarre. One of its greatest implementations has been in comedy cinema, often used to skewer societal understandings of issues while offering plenty of outrageous laughs.

The 10 Best Absurdist Comedy Movies, Ranked

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The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

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Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

As is the case with any profession, film direction takes time to master. Christopher Nolan, David Fincher, Stanley Kubrick, Akira Kurosawa, and even Alfred Hitchcock make up just some of the great directors whose first forays into feature film-making were largely unremarkable. This illustrious list of names makes it all the more attention-grabbing when first-time filmmakers are able to create something truly astounding.

The 10 Best Directorial Debut Movies of All Time, Ranked

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny 8lb dog named Bingo who is looking for her forever home. Bingo is a 3-year-old Shih Tzu mix with an adorable appearance and a sweet disposition. However, she needs a patient and understanding owner who recognizes that "dogs are not toys, and not all dogs love to be picked up right away," explains Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. This little lady requires some decompression time upon arriving at her new home to settle in comfortably.

Meet The Sweet Little Lady Looking For Love

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To increase the genetic diversity of an island population of grizzly bears , Wyoming and Montana wildlife managers recently worked together to import fresh bloodlines into the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

Two Montana grizzly bears trucked to Wyoming to bolster genetic diversity, help states’ delisting case

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Juney, an inspiring dog who has been through so much in his short life and is now looking for a forever home. Juney's story is one of remarkable resilience and the unwavering spirit of a dog who has overcome unimaginable adversity.

Meet The Sweet Dog Who Survived a Machete Attack Now Looking For Love

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TWO AMERICAN FAMILIES: 1991-2024 Screening and Discussion at DCTV’s Firehouse Cinema

It’s a central premise of the American dream: If you’re willing to work hard, you’ll be able to make a living and build a better life...

TWO AMERICAN FAMILIES: 1991-2024 Screening and Discussion at DCTV’s Firehouse Cinema

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