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The beloved author behind "The Martian" is executive producing a new sci-fi thriller that exists only as an audiobook. "Exoplanet" features a star-studded cast and drops this November with a mind-bending twist on survival storytelling.
Comedian Andy Richter will lead this year's Wienie 500, the beloved pre-Indy 500 race featuring Oscar Mayer Wienermobiles. The quirky tradition returns May 22 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
The new movie Project Hail Mary brings science and hope to the big screen with a powerful message: any aliens smart enough to reach us would likely understand compassion. Author Andy Weir explains the beautiful science behind his optimistic vision.
Emmy winner Andy Cohen told 3,400 Washington University graduates to measure success by happiness, community, and self-knowledge rather than money or fame. The St. Louis native shared life lessons from his journey to hosting Bravo's biggest shows.
Scottish captain Andy Robertson is ending his nine-year Liverpool career having won nine major trophies and redefined what a defender can do. The former fourth-tier player departs as one of the club's most beloved figures, now heading to captain Scotland at their first World Cup in 28 years.
The New York Yankees selected Luke Pettitte, son of five-time World Series champion Andy Pettitte, in the eighth round of the 2026 MLB Draft. The talented two-way player from Dallas Baptist University now has a chance to follow his father's pinstriped legacy.
Two teenagers stranded on rocks in surging white water were safely pulled from a North Queensland weir by police and swiftwater rescue teams. The dramatic rescue reminds us how quickly trained responders spring into action when weather turns dangerous.
When Hollywood needed to make a space adventure feel authentic, NASA astronauts stepped up to help. The team behind "Project Hail Mary" collaborated with real space experts to bring Andy Weir's beloved novel to the big screen.
Directors Phil Lord and Christopher Miller are bringing optimistic science fiction back to the big screen with their adaptation of Andy Weir's beloved novel. The film premieres March 20, showing how science can solve humanity's biggest problems.
The widow of late Portugal star Diogo Jota penned an emotional letter to his former Liverpool teammate Andy Robertson, asking him to carry her husband's World Cup dream as Scotland prepares for the tournament. Their friendship and shared dreams continue to inspire even after tragedy.
A new sci-fi film proves that even in the vastness of space, friendship is the most powerful force. Project Hail Mary delivers a heartwarming story about an unlikely bond between a human astronaut and an adorable alien, both racing to save their dying worlds.
Andy Robertson says playing for Scotland has been his bright spot during a challenging club season. Now he's leading his team into World Cup preparations with renewed energy and gratitude.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is fast-tracking new rules to end sneaky subscription renewals and fake discounts, putting money back in people's pockets. The changes could save UK households £14 every month.
Andy Burnham just won a crucial election in northwest England with a powerful message: it's time to replace division with unity and hope. His victory drew unusually high voter turnout in a contest that shows democracy still matters to everyday people.
Outgoing UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is working to ensure an orderly handover of power after nearly two years in office. Former Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is the clear frontrunner to take over, with the transition potentially complete by mid-July.
Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham just eliminated taxes on household electricity bills, putting about £45 back in millions of pockets starting October 1. The move comes as families face a tough cost of living crisis heading into winter.
The only person to break the sound barrier on land just set a new world record in a hydrogen-powered car, reaching 406 mph and proving clean fuel can deliver incredible performance. Andy Green's achievement more than doubles the previous hydrogen vehicle record from 2004.
In his first meeting with a foreign leader, Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham welcomed Ukrainian President Zelenskyy aboard an aircraft carrier to reaffirm the UK's unwavering commitment. The two leaders discussed joint drone production and critical defense needs as Ukraine enters its fifth year of resistance.
A California Doberman named Penny just claimed America's top dog title at Westminster's 150th show, giving her handler Andy Linton his second crown nearly four decades after his first. The heartwarming victory comes as Linton, who has spoken publicly about living with Parkinson's disease, nears the end of his legendary career.
Britain's Prime Minister Andy Burnham just slashed business taxes by 20% for pubs, clubs, and live music venues to help save the cherished community spaces closing at a rate of one per day. The move will save 32,000 hospitality businesses about $1,400 annually as the government works to revive struggling high streets.
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