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Gayle King shocked to be asked to pose for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit's 60th anniversary edition, thought it was a prank.

NBC celebrates Jimmy Fallon's 10 years hosting "The Tonight Show" with a clip special, reflecting on late-night TV history.

Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods take a stand against LIV Golf, PGA Tour-Saudi negotiations continue, golf ratings decline, McIlroy's recent wins.

Disney's push for streaming profits pleases Wall Street, despite stock drop. Mixed reactions from analysts on future challenges and leadership.

Dan Schneider files lawsuit against documentary series alleging sexual abuse, calling it a "hit job" on his reputation and legacy.

Caitlin Clark energizes Indiana Pacers crowd, boosts Fever ticket sales. WNBA's top draft pick brings playoff hopes and excitement.

Bluey's wedding episode, "The Sign," captivates audiences with humor, heart, and hidden references, making it a standout in Australian television.

The Masked Singer: Season 12 renewal status. New judge, same guessing game. Will FOX cancel or renew? Stay tuned for updates!

Deal or No Deal Island is back with a twist, hosted by Joe Manganiello, and a potential $200 million prize. Will it be renewed?

Beyoncé released country-adjacent singles, sparking a debate about race and genre in country music. A country station eventually played her song.

The best and worst commercials that aired in the 2024 Super Bowl, according to experts, and the impact on brands.

Marquette women's basketball game was broadcast on national TV with an all-female crew, highlighting the growing popularity and success of women's sports.

"Ferrari's Revs Up After Signing Lewis Hamilton and Impressive Earnings Report, RACE Stock Surges with Ambitious Growth Targets"

Legendary CBS newsman and host of 'Sunday Morning', Charles Osgood, passed away at his New Jersey home following a battle with dementia.

Suits cast reunites at Golden Globes, but Meghan Markle is missing. The show has gained newfound popularity on Netflix.

Former NFL player and ESPN host Pat McAfee was spotted at a Colts game after a controversial week with Aaron Rodgers.

ESPN executive Norby Williamson faces allegations of sabotaging sports broadcaster Pat McAfee's show, sparking controversy and speculation within the industry.

Steve Burton returns to General Hospital as Jason Morgan after leaving due to COVID-19 vaccine mandate, sparking mixed reactions from fans.

2024 Grammy Final-Round Voting Closes on Jan. 4; Voters May Vote on Mobile App. Ryan Seacrest's New Year's Eve show breaks records.

Get ready for New Year's Rockin' Eve 2024 with Ryan Seacrest and Rita Ora, featuring performances by top artists and surprises.

"Highly anticipated game 'The Day Before' released as early access, but community backlash leads to negative reviews and demands for refunds."

The new Hunger Games prequel is a haphazard mishmash of three storylines, with a big reveal at the end.

Kansas City Chiefs player Travis Kelce's alleged romance with Taylor Swift is a successful PR relationship benefiting both parties.

Kansas City Chiefs player Travis Kelce's alleged romance with Taylor Swift has created a successful PR relationship benefiting both parties.

Travis Kelce discusses the NFL's use of him and Taylor Swift to promote the season, and his mom's excitement about the attention.

Zach Wilson's breakout performance, a close game, and the presence of celebrities like Taylor Swift led to record ratings for the Jets-Chiefs game.

Super Bowl advertisers achieved significant gains in engagement and effectiveness, according to research by EDO. Advertisers spent $3.7bn on ads during the NFL regular season, which had an engagement rate 20% higher than the broadcast primetime average. During the playoffs, advertisers spent $632m, achieving an engagement rate 19% higher than the primetime average. Super Bowl LVII saw advertisers spend $757m, with an engagement rate 221% higher than the primetime average. The NFL had five of the top ten programs for TV advertising effectiveness, with Thanksgiving Day and Thursday Night Football games proving particularly impactful.

Hulu's sitcom "How I Met Your Father" canceled after two seasons due to low ratings, leaving viewers wondering about the father's identity.

Former President Donald Trump and his supporters falsely claim that Tucker Carlson's interview with him has received hundreds of millions of views on Elon Musk's social media site, X. In reality, the interview has only received 14.8 million video views.

Donald Trump's interview with Tucker Carlson on X, the app formerly known as Twitter, outperformed the televised GOP debate in terms of viewership.

Ironmace's PvPvE fantasy game Dark and Darker has been released on indie gaming storefront Chaf Games after being pulled from Steam.

Disney CEO Bob Iger faces backlash, Disney sued over annual pass program, and controversy over The Little Mermaid's appearance.

Former cohosts pay tribute to founding producer of 'The View'.

Futurama, the animated series, is returning for another revival on Hulu, marking its third platform. The show has had a total of four series finales, but continues to be revived due to its popularity and dedicated fan base. The new season will premiere on July 24, 2023, with 20 episodes planned.

US women's World Cup victory draws record-breaking 6.26 million viewers.

Canada's worst wildfire season has caused toxic smoke to spread across the US, affecting air quality in 20 states. The smoke contains fine particulate matter, which can cause short-term health effects such as irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat, as well as long-term effects like asthma and heart disease. Major cities including Chicago have experienced poor air quality, prompting warnings for vulnerable groups to stay indoors. Red flag warnings have also been issued in parts of Washington, Oregon, and Colorado due to dry conditions that increase the risk of wildfires.

Cillian Murphy reveals chemistry tests with Florence Pugh for nude scenes.

Netflix's The Lincoln Lawyer Season 2 promises more action and challenges.