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Movies & TV

Review: ‘Power Ballad’ takes a slow hand to pop music

Review: ‘Power Ballad’ takes a slow hand to pop music

  • BRUCE R. MILLER Lee Enterprises

"This is just a feel-good bro-com that demonstrates (Paul) Rudd can sing and (Nick) Jonas has potential," Bruce Miller writes in his review of "Power Ballad," in theaters now.

Review: ‘The Breadwinner’ seems stale in Nate Bargatze’s hands

Review: ‘The Breadwinner’ seems stale in Nate Bargatze’s hands

  • BRUCE R. MILLER Lee Enterprises

"The Breadwinner," in theaters now, finds Bargatze as a stellar car salesman who becomes Mr. Mom when his wife makes a “Shark Tank” deal and gets called away from home.

Summer movies run cold as 'Euphoria' ends wild ride | Streamed & Screened podcast

Summer movies run cold as 'Euphoria' ends wild ride | Streamed & Screened podcast

  • BRUCE MILLER and TERRY LIPSHETZ Lee Enterprises

We’ve been left with an underwhelming start to the summer movie season to go with the conclusion of several seasons and series of streaming favorites.

Paul Rudd gets a chance to realize his musical dreams in ‘Power Ballad’

Paul Rudd gets a chance to realize his musical dreams in ‘Power Ballad’

  • BRUCE R. MILLER Lee Enterprises

When Paul Rudd signed on for "Power Ballad,” the film’s key song hadn’t been written. “It kind of has to work,” he remembers saying. “We’re hinging this thing on it.”

Savannah Guthrie shares new message about missing mother Nancy Guthrie

Savannah Guthrie shares new message about missing mother Nancy Guthrie

  • Brendan Morrow USA Today

Savannah Guthrie is sharing a new message about her missing mother as the search for Nancy Guthrie stretches into its fifth month.

‘The Boroughs’ banks on experience to solve a monster problem

‘The Boroughs’ banks on experience to solve a monster problem

  • Bruce R. Miller Lee Enterprises

Having a purpose — discovering what the “monster” is and who’s behind it — inspires the friends and gives “The Boroughs” its own “Stranger Things” vibe.

The true story of a weather forecast that changed the world on D-Day

The true story of a weather forecast that changed the world on D-Day

  • Doyle Rice USA Today

Defying colleagues, Capt. James Martin Stagg urged the Normandy invasion to be postponed by one day to June 6 due to uncertain conditions.

James Handy killed in stabbing incident. 'Top Gun: Maverick' actor was 81

James Handy killed in stabbing incident. 'Top Gun: Maverick' actor was 81

    James Handy, an actor known for appearances in "Arachnophobia," "Jumanji" and "Top Gun: Maverick," has died after allegedly being stabbed by his girlfriend's son. He was 81.

    FBI Director Gives Update On Nancy Guthrie Case, Doubles Down On Claims Police Delayed Federal Help

    FBI Director Gives Update On Nancy Guthrie Case, Doubles Down On Claims Police Delayed Federal Help

      FBI Director Kash Patel is doubling down on claims that local police delayed involving the FBI in the investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. Patel told NewsNation on June 4 that the FBI offered support to Pima County, Arizona, law enforcement as soon as Nancy was reported mis…

      ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Actor James Handy Dead At 81 After He Was Stabbed By Girlfriend’s Son

      ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Actor James Handy Dead At 81 After He Was Stabbed By Girlfriend’s Son

        James Handy, 81, known for roles in 'Top Gun: Maverick' and 'Jumanji,' has died. According to police, he died at a home in Los Angeles on June 3 after being stabbed by his girlfriend's son. The LAPD said officers responded around 9:30 a.m. to a radio call in the 19200 block of Erwin Street a…

        UN: 86% Chance US Hits Hottest Year on Record by 2027

        UN: 86% Chance US Hits Hottest Year on Record by 2027

          A landmark UN World Meteorological Organization report warns there is an 86 percent probability that at least one year between 2026 and 2030 will surpass the 2024 global heat record — with 2027 the most likely candidate due to an emerging El Nino. For Americans, the report projects higher-th…

          Movies in a Minute: "The Breadwinner"

          Movies in a Minute: "The Breadwinner"

            Is "The Breadwinner" freshly baked? Bruce Miller, Lee Enterprises' entertainment reporter, says this stale take on "Mr. Mom" is past its sell-by date.

            Attending theater in New York offers a different experience | Streamed & Screened podcast

            Attending theater in New York offers a different experience | Streamed & Screened podcast

              You can often see Broadway shows near home, without traveling to New York. But the experience isn't quite the same.

              Nicolas Cage revels in being 'a Spider-Man for aging adults'

              Nicolas Cage revels in being 'a Spider-Man for aging adults'

                At 62, Nicolas Cage is finally embracing his inner Spider-Man, swinging around the Big Apple with style while also feeling his age a bit.

                Movies

                Review: ‘Power Ballad’ takes a slow hand to pop music

                Review: ‘Power Ballad’ takes a slow hand to pop music

                Review: ‘The Breadwinner’ seems stale in Nate Bargatze’s hands

                Review: ‘The Breadwinner’ seems stale in Nate Bargatze’s hands

                Summer movies run cold as 'Euphoria' ends wild ride | Streamed & Screened podcast

                Summer movies run cold as 'Euphoria' ends wild ride | Streamed & Screened podcast

                Paul Rudd gets a chance to realize his musical dreams in ‘Power Ballad’

                Paul Rudd gets a chance to realize his musical dreams in ‘Power Ballad’

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                Shopping

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                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

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