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Cruise Stars on Paramount Tower as Studio Launches New Era

March 11, 2026

Tom Cruise was seen atop a water tower on the Paramount lot this weekend, sparking curiosity among fans. He was filming parts of a new promotional video for the studio’s fresh start after its recent purchase by David Ellison and Skydance. The video is still a work in progress, so it’s unclear who el

celebrities

Exciting New Cast for the Next Exorcist Film

March 4, 2026

A fresh horror film about demons is set to hit theaters in 2027. The director, Mike Flanagan, is writing and producing the story. He wants to give a new twist to the classic possession tale, not just remake it. The film stars several big names. Scarlett Johansson plays a mother who faces a

politics

Police Cameras in Virginia: Rules, Violations and Community Debate

March 3, 2026

In July, Virginia lawmakers rolled out strict rules for automatic license‑plate readers (ALPRs), banning data sharing with federal or out‑of‑state agencies and setting a 21‑day deletion limit. The new law treats any breach as a misdemeanor. A January report from the State Crime Commission says some

entertainment

Writers Warn of Big Studio Shake‑Up

February 28, 2026

The Writers Guild of America (WGA) has voiced strong opposition to the planned merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery, calling it a major threat to writers, viewers and the industry at large. The guild’s joint statement from its East and West branches argues that combining two of the

sports

A Family on the Fairway: Austin and Jessica Smotherman

February 28, 2026

Austin Smotherman is a golfer who has spent a decade chasing his dream on smaller tours. He earned a spot on the PGA Tour, lost it, and then fought his way back through the Korn Ferry Tour. In 2025 he won two tournaments in three weeks and returned to the main circuit for 2026. Throughout this rolle

technology

Bluprynt Raises $4. 25M to Power On‑Chain Compliance

February 27, 2026

Bluprynt, a platform that helps digital asset firms stay compliant, has closed a $4. 25 million seed round that attracted more investors than it could accommodate. The lead investor was Valor Capital Group, and the fund also drew support from Cultivation Capital, Robinhood, Coinbase Ventures, Quona

finance

Fed Holds Off on Rate Cuts While Inflation Sticks Above Target

February 24, 2026

The Chicago Fed chief, Austan Goolsbee, told a Washington conference that cutting interest rates now would be premature because inflation still lingers above the 2 % goal. He warned that past mistakes of assuming price rises were temporary should not be repeated. Goolsbee highlighted the latest d

celebrities

Stars Celebrate Birthday Bash on February 15

February 15, 2026

Today marks a day when many famous faces turn another year older. The spotlight shines on actors, singers, and even historical figures who share the same birthdate. Actress Jane Seymour turns 75. She recently starred in a Hallmark holiday story about twelve dates leading up to Christmas. Her long c

entertainment

Hollywood's Big Boss Talks Movies and More

February 14, 2026

Donna Langley, a top executive at NBCUniversal, is set to receive the BAFTA Fellowship, a big honor in the film industry. She's the first Hollywood studio boss to get this award, which usually goes to actors and directors. Langley is excited about this recognition and sees it as a way to represent t

education

New Board Member Aims to Strengthen Highland Schools

February 12, 2026

John Ross recently joined the board of education for Highland Local Schools, bringing a fresh outlook and a focus on solid leadership. He emphasizes the importance of listening to parents, teachers, and students while steering the district toward academic success. Ross wants the board to stay financ