What We Learned From The First Presidential Debate: Full Recap
What We Learned From The First Presidential Debate: Full Recap
It was 90 minutes of chaos in a year of upheaval. But did it matter? Go to Source
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Proud Boys celebrate Trump’s mention of them at the debate.
Proud Boys celebrate Trump’s mention of them at the debate. Go to Source
Of Course, the Debate Was Always Going to Be About Trump
Of Course, the Debate Was Always Going to Be About Trump
A face-off with Joe Biden devolves into an ugly shouting match as President Trump, characteristically, makes it all about him. Go to Source
Jim Parsons Reveals COVID-19 Diagnosis, Says Symptoms “Defied the Descriptions”
Jim Parsons Reveals COVID-19 Diagnosis, Says Symptoms “Defied the Descriptions” Jim Parsons shared on The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon that he and husband Todd Spiewak contracted COVID-19 back in March. On Monday night Parsons told Fallon of his experience with the coronavirus. “We didn’t know what it was, we know we had colds and we lost all sense of smell and taste,” the Hollywood […] Go to Source
Presidential Debate #1 Review: Donald Trump Rants, Joe Biden Plays POTUS & Chris Wallace Loses Control
Presidential Debate #1 Review: Donald Trump Rants, Joe Biden Plays POTUS & Chris Wallace Loses Control In the wise words of George W. Bush, “well that was some weird shit.” The first of three debates between incumbent Donald Trump and former Vice-President Joe Biden was a fierce fracas that left most of the rules and portions of reality behind almost from the jump. “Will you shut up man?” Biden exclaimed to […] Go to Source
Hollywood Slams Trump’s Failure To Condemn White Supremacists During First Night Of Presidential Debates
Hollywood Slams Trump’s Failure To Condemn White Supremacists During First Night Of Presidential Debates Refresh for updates: During the first night of the 2020 presidential debates between President Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Joe Biden, Trump hesitated and failed to condemn white supremacists, when asked if he would by his opponent and moderator Chris Wallace. Instead, he addressed a specific group of right-wing organization, namely the Proud Boys, and […] Go to Source
Helen Reddy Dies: ‘I Am Woman’ Hitmaker & Feminist Icon Was 78
Helen Reddy Dies: ‘I Am Woman’ Hitmaker & Feminist Icon Was 78 Helen Reddy, the Australian singer whose global hit “I Am Woman” became a feminist anthem and who was the subject of a 2019 biopic of the same title, died today in Los Angeles. She was 78. “It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Helen Reddy, on the afternoon […] Go to Source
Debate Reaction: Hollywood Weighs In Trump-Biden, Round 1
Debate Reaction: Hollywood Weighs In Trump-Biden, Round 1 Refresh for updates… The first presidential debate of 2020 in under way, and people in Hollywood already are sharing their opinions, frustrations and plaudits. Moderated by Fox News’ Chris Wallace, the 90-minute tussle started at 9 p.m. ET from Case Western Reserve University and Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland. The Fox News Sunday host already has […] Go to Source
Los Angeles County Coronavirus Update: Health Officials Will Now Allow Some Schools To Reopen
Los Angeles County Coronavirus Update: Health Officials Will Now Allow Some Schools To Reopen After a motion was approved by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health plans to open the school waiver program for in-person instruction for grades TK-2. Previously, schools in the nation’s second-largest district had only been allowed to reopen for students with special learning needs. […] Go to Source
‘Lost In Space’: Russell Hornsby To Recur In Third Season Of Netflix Series
‘Lost In Space’: Russell Hornsby To Recur In Third Season Of Netflix Series EXCLUSIVE: Lincoln Rhyme alum Russell Hornsby is set for a key recurring role on the upcoming third and final season of Netflix’s family sci-fi adventure series Lost in Space. Hornsby’s role is being kept under wraps for now. Lost in Space is a modern reimagining of the classic 1960s science fiction series. Set 30 years […] Go to Source
Zendaya In Talks To Play Ronnie Spector In A24 Film About Iconic Singer; Label Acquires Life Rights & ‘Be My Baby’ Autobiography
Zendaya In Talks To Play Ronnie Spector In A24 Film About Iconic Singer; Label Acquires Life Rights & ‘Be My Baby’ Autobiography UPDATED: I’ve learned that A24 will team on the Ronnie Spector film with New Regency. The two partnered previously on the Robert Eggers-directed The Lighthouse, and they are part of the Malcolm & Marie film. EXCLUSIVE: A24 is putting together a film package that will have Emmy-winning Euphoria star Zendaya attached to play singer Ronnie […] Go to Source
Buchwald Signs HGTV Contractor Eric Eremita
Buchwald Signs HGTV Contractor Eric Eremita Buchwald has signed reality television contractor Eric Eremita. The contractor is most known for appearing on HGTV shows Brother Vs. Brother and Love It Or List It. The New York native has appeared in around 70 Love It or List It episodes and is currently working on another renovation television project called Homeboys. The new project […] Go to Source
‘One Day At A Time’s Gloria Calderon Kellett & Norman Lear On Series’ Return To CBS, Fate Of Politics Episode & Season 5 Prospects
‘One Day At A Time’s Gloria Calderon Kellett & Norman Lear On Series’ Return To CBS, Fate Of Politics Episode & Season 5 Prospects Forty-five years after Norman Lear’s One Day at a Time premiered on CBS, the Once Day at a Time reboot is debuting there, marking Lear’s return to the network where he was a staple in the 1970s. The Season 4 broadcast run, which kicks off October 5 with back-to-back episodes over three weeks, was part […] Go to Source
Presidential debate: Trump and Biden ready for first TV showdown – live
Presidential debate: Trump and Biden ready for first TV showdown – live First of three presidential debates tonight in ClevelandDebate offers Trump chance to yank 2020 race his wayCoronavirus rates on the rise again in New YorkFaulty ballots sent to an unknown number of Brooklyn votersSign up for Fight to Vote – our weekly US election newsletter 12.53am BST We’re closing down this blog, but Joan E Greve and I will be covering the presidential debate tonight. Follow along here. 12.38am BST A federal appeals court upheld a ruling – contested by Republicans - that extends the deadline for counting absentee ballots in Wisconsin. The decision means that ballots postmarked by 3 November will be so long as they arrive before 9 November. The Republican National Committee and state Republican l...
Biden and Harris release tax returns before debate
Biden and Harris release tax returns before debate Joe Biden and his wife paid nearly $288,000 (£224,000) in income tax last year, the documents say. Go to Source
Armenia says its fighter jet ‘shot down by Turkey’
Armenia says its fighter jet 'shot down by Turkey' Armenia says its SU-25 fighter jet was shot down in Armenian air space, a claim Turkey denies. Go to Source
WHO to probe ‘sexual exploitation’ by aid workers in DR Congo
WHO to probe 'sexual exploitation' by aid workers in DR Congo The health body's says a "robust" investigation will cover claims against aid workers tackling Ebola. Go to Source
Kuwait Emir Sheikh Sabah al-Sabah dies aged 91
Kuwait Emir Sheikh Sabah al-Sabah dies aged 91 Sheikh Sabah had ruled the oil-rich Gulf state since 2006 and shaped its foreign policy for decades. Go to Source
From one death to one million: Pandemic milestones
From one death to one million: Pandemic milestones We track some of the key moments in the spread of Covid-19 around the world. Go to Source
Trump and Biden to Face Off in First Presidential Debate
Trump and Biden to Face Off in First Presidential Debate
Joe Biden revealed that he paid $288,000 in federal income taxes in 2019. The topic will likely feature prominently in tonight’s debate. Follow updates here. Go to Source
Trump vs Biden Debate Rules: What Are They?
Trump vs Biden Debate Rules: What Are They?
The moderator, Chris Wallace of Fox News, will try to enforce a set of loosely defined ground rules. He may have more luck with one of the candidates. Go to Source
Biden and Trump Will Debate Six Main Issues. Here’s Where They Stand.
Biden and Trump Will Debate Six Main Issues. Here’s Where They Stand.
The long-anticipated first debate will cover issues like the coronavirus, social unrest and the Supreme Court, offering each candidate the chance to defend his record and attack his opponent’s. Go to Source
The Long History of ‘Hidden Earpiece’ Conspiracy Theories
The Long History of ‘Hidden Earpiece’ Conspiracy Theories
From Daily Distortions: The unfounded speculation that a candidate had a “secret earpiece” in a presidential debate is a charge that dates back to 2004. Go to Source
In Brooklyn, Many Absentee Ballots Have Errors, Voters Say
In Brooklyn, Many Absentee Ballots Have Errors, Voters Say
A printing error has left voters scrambling for answers and could undermine their confidence in the New York City Board of Elections. Go to Source
Reopening Hollywood: How Stephanie Laing Directed Indie Pic ‘Shoot The Rooster’ Amidst Pandemic With Henry Winkler, Margo Martindale, Judy Greer Atop Cast
Reopening Hollywood: How Stephanie Laing Directed Indie Pic ‘Shoot The Rooster’ Amidst Pandemic With Henry Winkler, Margo Martindale, Judy Greer Atop Cast EXCLUSIVE: In a filmmaking strategy that must have given her a sense of deja vu when she watched the recent Emmy Awards to see cameras in the home of every nominee, Stephanie Laing has managed to direct Shoot the Rooster, an indie feature based on loss in her own life that she co-wrote with Brad […] Go to Source
Disney Plans 28,000 Layoffs In U.S. Parks Biz Hard Hit By COVID
Disney Plans 28,000 Layoffs In U.S. Parks Biz Hard Hit By COVID Walt Disney’s parks chief Josh D’Amaro said Tuesday the company will be laying off staff at its theme parks, the segment of the company hardest hit by the pandemic. In statement and memo to employees, D’Amaro said the decision is painful. He said approximately 28,000 domestic employees will be affected, of which about 67% are […] Go to Source
Adult Swim Pulls Problematic ‘The Boondocks’ And ‘Aqua Teen Hunger Force’ Episodes From Streaming
Adult Swim Pulls Problematic ‘The Boondocks’ And ‘Aqua Teen Hunger Force’ Episodes From Streaming Adult Swim has pulled problematic episodes The Boondocks and Aqua Teen Hunger Force from the streaming platform. Reddit users noticed that episodes from the mature animated series were removed from HBO Max back in June, The Daily Beast reported. The episodes in question are Aqua Teen Hunger Force‘s “Shake Like Me” and The Boondocks “The […] Go to Source
‘Kal Penn Approves This Message’ Puts Aside Vitriol To Focus On Solutions – ABC VirtuFall
‘Kal Penn Approves This Message’ Puts Aside Vitriol To Focus On Solutions – ABC VirtuFall Kal Penn has trouble seeing through the cycle of online hate these days. “When you’re scrolling through Twitter and Instagram, it just seems like everything’s vitriolic and you’re not really sure how to trust people,” the Kal Penn Approves This Message host lamented. “I would imagine there’s a fair amount of performance and everything that […] Go to Source
‘Dr. Death’: Maggie Kiley To Direct First 2 Episodes As Peacock Limited Series Sets All-Female Directing Team
‘Dr. Death’: Maggie Kiley To Direct First 2 Episodes As Peacock Limited Series Sets All-Female Directing Team EXCLUSIVE: Maggie Kiley (Dirty John: The Betty Broderick Story, Riverdale) is set to direct and executive produce the first two episodes of Peacock’s limited series Dr. Death, starring Jamie Dornan, Alec Baldwin and Christian Slater. Kiley replaces Stephen Frears, who had signed on for the project in January but had to step away due to […] Go to Source
HBO Orders Weekly Late-Night Show Starring ‘SNL’s Sam Jay
HBO Orders Weekly Late-Night Show Starring ‘SNL’s Sam Jay Sam Jay is getting a weekly late-night show on HBO. The Saturday Night Live comedian and writer will host the currently untitled show starting in 2021. It will be exec produced by Insecure’s Prentice Penny. “Sam is fiercely funny, provocative, and a complete original. Her comedy seamlessly glides between vulnerability and grit, and she always makes you see the world […] Go to Source