HBO renews drama series ‘Succession’ for Season 4

HBO has confirmed that the drama series ‘Succession’ has been renewed for Season 4. ‘Succession’ is created by Jesse Armstrong and stars Brian Cox, Jeremy Strong, Sarah Snook, Kieran Culkin and Alan Ruck. The series follows the wealthy Roy family, led by Logan Roy (Cox), the owner of a media conglomerate. An officially show description …

Documentary on Carole King and James Taylor in production for CNN and HBO Max

A music documentary about the partnership between Carole King and James Taylor is in production, set to air on CNN and HBO Max. The project, titled Carole King & James Taylor: Just Call Out My Name, will explore the pair’s 2010 Troubadour Reunion Tour that took place worldwide. King and Taylor have been friends for …

Atlanta Braves beat the Houston Astros 6-2 in Game 1 of the World Series

Game 1 of the 2021 World Series kicked off at Minute Maid Park in Houston on Tuesday, with the Atlanta Braves defeating the Houston Astros 6-2 to take a 1-0 series lead. The Braves took an early lead over the Astros scoring five runs off Houston starter Framber Valdez. The Astros’ left-hander was knocked out …

FDA panel recommends Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for kids 5-11

The vaccines advisory committee to the Food and Drug Administration voted on Tuesday to recommend that Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine be approved for children between 5 and 11 years old. The Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee convened to hear presentations for several hours before it held the vote. The FDA will consider the recommendation …

President Biden nominates acting chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel to become first female chief to head FCC

President Joe Biden nominated the Federal Communications Commission’s acting chairwoman, Jessica Rosenworcel, to fill the post permanently, which would make her the agency’s first female chief. Rosenworcel took over as acting head of the FCC on Jan. 21 after former FCC Chairman Ajit Pai stepped down from his role upon Biden’s inauguration. Rosenworcel has served …

Chicago Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman steps down following investigation regarding alleged 2010 sexual assault

The Chicago Blackhawks announced in a Tuesday press conference that Stan Bowman is out as the team’s general manager, after the team released the findings of an independent investigation into how coaching staff handled sexual assault allegations. The investigation focused on accusations that Bowman and other executives declined to report allegations of assistant coach Bradley …

Dave Chappelle addresses the ongoing controversy surrounding his Netflix special “The Closer”

Dave Chappelle has addressed the ongoing controversy surrounding his latest Netflix special, The Closer, where the veteran comedian makes several jokes about transgendered people.  Chappelle’s comments have been met with immense criticism; last week members of Netflix’s LGBTQ+ community staged a walkout in protest of Netflix’s decision to stand behind the comedian. Now Chappelle is …

‘Dune: Part 2’ officially greenlit, release date set for 2023

In a tweet on Tuesday, Legendary Pictures announced that ‘Dune: Part 2’ has been officially greenlit. Dune: Part 1 opened Friday in theaters and on HBO Max. A logo for ‘Dune: Part 2’ accompanied the tweet, along with the caption: “This is only the beginning. Thank you to those who have experienced @dunemovie so far, …

U.S. to begin lifting restrictions for fully vaccinated international travelers on Nov. 8

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Monday that the Biden administration will lift a nearly two-year travel suspension early next month, allowing fully vaccinated travelers from 33 countries to fly into the United States. The CDC said in a press release Monday that beginning Nov. 8, non-immigrant travelers will be permitted to travel …

Two killed, four injured in shooting at mall in Boise, Idaho

Officials confirmed that two people were killed and at least four others injured — including a police officer — after a shooter opened fire in a mall in Boise, Idaho, on Monday afternoon. Boise Police Chief Ryan Lee said during a press conference that officers responded to reports of shots fired at the Boise Towne Square …