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The Positivity Found in the World Cup
There’s not much on which every nation can agree. But pretty much everyone likes soccer, and that’s where we can find a little connection.
The Odyssey … With an AI Twist
Sir Michael Caine leases his voice to an AI cloning lab for an audiobook of ‘The Odyssey.’
Movie Monday: ‘Moana’ Sails to Win … But Looks Leaky
Disney faced a good news, bad news scenario this weekend. The good news: Its live-action remake of Moana earned a box-office win, more than doubling
On the Radar: AI Mental Health Advice, Baby Screen Time and Physical Gaming Discs
One in five teens go to AI for mental health advice. A new study warns against screen time for babies under 2 years old. Sony announces the end of physical gaming discs.
Four Christian Musings on AI Actress Tilly Norwood and Her New Movie
You’ve perhaps heard about Tilly Norwood, the movie industry’s freshest, and most controversial, new face …
Movie Monday: ‘Minions & Monsters’ is Weekend’s Top Banana
In a battle of animated titans, Universal’s ‘Minions & Monsters’ snuck by ‘Toy Story 5’ to claim the weekend’s box-office crown.
On the Radar: Marijuana and Mental Health, Teens Not Sleeping and Mister Rogers
Teens who use marijuana are more likely to develop mental health problems as adults. Teens still aren’t getting enough sleep. ‘Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood’ can now be found on YouTube.
Movie Monday: ‘Toy Story 5’ Proves to be Kryptonite for ‘Supergirl’
‘Supergirl’ remains earthbound and mopey while ‘Toy Story 5’ continues to soar its way to infinity and beyond.
On the Radar: Reading Down Among Children; E-Cigarettes Likely Cause Cancer; What Does ‘NPC’ Mean
Children are growing less likely to read for fun. A new study shows e-cigarettes likely cause cancer. And what makes someone an “NPC”?
25 Movies That Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday
In honor of the United States’ 250 years, Plugged In gives you 25 movies that express the country’s aspirations, its struggles, its history and its character. But don’t watch them all in one sitting.
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