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When Shabana Azeez admitted she'd never acted before, her Adelaide coworker drove her to an audition that same day. That single nudge transformed an aspiring performer into the star of HBO's hit medical drama The Pitt.
A gripping psychological thriller from Nigeria just became the first independently produced Nigerian film to land on HBO Max, opening doors for African storytellers on the global stage. After winning major awards and breaking records at film festivals worldwide, "The Weekend" is now streaming to millions.
The lakeside cottage from HBO's hit show Heated Rivalry is now available to rent on Airbnb this May. Fans can book weekend stays at the actual filming location on Lake Muskoka for just $155 per night.
Irish actor Peter Claffey went from rugby fields to leading HBO's new Game of Thrones series, battling self-doubt every step of the way. His honest take on impostor syndrome shows how he turned nervousness into his character's most endearing trait.
A hit medical drama worked with autism experts to create one of TV's most authentic neurodivergent characters. Dr. Mel King shows viewers what real representation looks like.
After 15 years trapped in a cult that drained his modeling fortune, Hoyt Richards escaped and now uses his story to help others recognize manipulation. A new HBO documentary shows how even successful people can fall prey to charismatic leaders.
HBO Max's beloved comedy "Hacks" wrapped its five-season journey with a finale that stayed true to creators' original vision from day one. The show about two comedians finding artistic partnership became television's best love letter to creative passion.
When HBO's John Adams needed authentic Colonial voices, a dialect coach discovered our founders didn't sound American at all. The surprising truth about 1700s accents reveals how much closer we were to Britain than anyone thought.
A drama about gay hockey players is drawing massive new audiences to the sport, with female viewership up 30% and teams seeing real-world impacts. The show's success arrives as hockey grapples with becoming more inclusive.
On Transgender Day of Visibility, comedian Caleb Hearon pledged to match $15,000 in fan donations to support grassroots trans justice organizations. He's donating the full amount either way, using his platform to rally support for a community facing increased challenges.
Sir Keir Starmer is urging TNT Sports to make next week's Champions League final free for millions of fans after the broadcaster broke a 34-year tradition. Arsenal will face Paris St-Germain in their first final since 2006.
The NHL's adorable Stanley Pup competition is back tonight, featuring 32 adoptable shelter dogs competing for the cup and forever homes. The event has already sparked over 25,000 likes online and will showcase real adoption success stories.
While millions watched the Super Bowl, 15.3 million Americans chose puppies instead. The feel-good alternative just had its strongest showing in nearly a decade.
Two Hollywood legends discovered their deep connection after 27 years of living parallel lives as daughters of famous stars. Their recent friendship bloomed while Hargitay made a documentary about her late mother, leading to a bond that transcends showbiz.
Over 6,000 fans signed a petition for a cozy Team Canada fleece from the LGBTQ+ hockey romance show "Heated Rivalry," and now it's becoming real. Even better, 10% of all sales will go to charity.
A new app is elevating the billion-dollar microdrama industry by hiring professional actors and writers to create quality short shows. Watch Club combines streaming with social features so fans can discuss episodes in the same place they watch them.
A deaf filmmaker spotted "Sinners" director Ryan Coogler casually using American Sign Language throughout the Oscars ceremony. His natural use of ASL moved millions and sparked conversation about disability representation in Hollywood.
Olympic skiing legend Lindsey Vonn will deliver USC Annenberg's commencement keynote on May 15, just months after a devastating crash in Italy ended her Olympic comeback. The gold medalist continues recovery while preparing to share her message of resilience with graduates.
A growing movement of death doulas is transforming how people experience their final days, offering compassionate support that goes beyond medical care. These trained guides help families navigate one of life's most challenging transitions with dignity and peace.
New research reveals that most TV shows get life-saving CPR wrong, and it's affecting how millions of Americans respond in real emergencies. The good news? Researchers say fixing these scenes could help save thousands of lives each year.
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