Filed from the Washington desk — including multi-city pieces that also ran elsewhere.
Entertainment · 24 September 2026
The long‑running comedy starring Ted Danson, Nick Offerman, and a host of other familiar faces will end with a third season, filming now in San Francisco. The final chapter promises more jokes, mystery, and the inevita…
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Entertainment · 24 September 2026
Disney+ and Hulu have hiked their ad‑free plans above $21, offering a bundle that’s almost half the price of each service alone, marking Disney’s fourth price hike in four years. The move has fans laughing, crying,…
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Entertainment · 24 September 2026
Netflix has postponed the release of its three‑part documentary about ex‑pop star Gary Glitter, citing 'new legal information' that has apparently caused the streaming giant to hit the brakes. The doc, scheduled for…
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Entertainment · 24 September 2026
Veteran sitcom star Jean Smart signs on for the long‑awaited sequel to The Family Stone, joining an ensemble cast that includes Rachel McAdams, Sarah Jessica Parker, Claire Danes and Dermot Mulroney. The Searchlight pr…
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Technology · 24 September 2026
A Nintendo sale on Metroid Prime Remastered has sparked a mock‑inquisitive session in Washington, with lawmakers debating whether digital discounts count as federal subsidies. The hearing, held in the Commerce Committe…
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Environment · 24 September 2026
Australia’s new digital duty of care laws hit a snag at the White House, as Albanese rebuffs Trump’s censorship jab while the former president removes press credentials and sues media outlets.
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Entertainment · 23 September 2026
At the San Sebastian Film Festival, Brad Pitt extolled the indie film scene, comparing it to the hey‑day '90s, while casually praising his canine co‑star. The press conference turned into a bizarre love‑letter to t…
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Politics · 23 September 2026
The president’s latest legal gambit sees a press ban backed by a promise of snipers and drones, sparking court battles that could leave journalists wondering if the White House is now a reality‑TV set.
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Entertainment · 23 September 2026
J.Crew’s Barn Jacket campaign, meant to celebrate four decades of denim‑inspired nostalgia, has exploded into a star‑studded frenzy, gathering 160 famous faces—including Spike Lee, Chance the Rapper, and Scottie…
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