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Back to the ‘Prairie’: New ‘Little House’ offers grittier portrait of prairie life

Back to the ‘Prairie’: New ‘Little House’ offers grittier portrait of prairie life

  • Bruce R. Miller Lee Enterprises

There were more than 200 episodes of “Little House on the Prairie,” but there’s more story to tell, say producers of the new version on Netflix.

2026 Emmy nominations: See the full list of nominees

2026 Emmy nominations: See the full list of nominees

  • Erin Jensen USA Today

The 2026 Emmy nominations are finally here. With the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards just two months away, nominees for television's biggest night were announced on Wednesday.

Looking for some summer fun? Visit a drive-in theater! | Streamed & Screened podcast

Looking for some summer fun? Visit a drive-in theater! | Streamed & Screened podcast

  • BRUCE MILLER and TERRY LIPSHETZ Lee Enterprises

For those seeking something different, drive-in theaters are still thriving in parts of the country and offer a unique movie-watching experience.

Movies in a Minute: "Minions & Monsters"

Movies in a Minute: "Minions & Monsters"

  • Bruce Miller Lee Enterprises

Lee Enterprises entertainment reporter Bruce Miller says the Minions without Gru is like the Roadrunner without Wile E. Coyote - they aren't half as fun alone.

Which shows will lead the Primetime Emmy nominations? | Streamed & Screened podcast

Which shows will lead the Primetime Emmy nominations? | Streamed & Screened podcast

  • BRUCE MILLER and TERRY LIPSHETZ Lee Enterprises

Nominations for the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards will be announced on Wednesday, July 8. Which shows will get the most love? 

Netflix revives Gene Wilder’s voice with AI for new 'Wonka' reality series

Netflix revives Gene Wilder’s voice with AI for new 'Wonka' reality series

  • Danielle Broadway Reuters

Wilder, who played the title character in the original 1971 "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory" film, died in 2016 at age 83.

Review: The end is near for ‘Jackass’

Review: The end is near for ‘Jackass’

  • BRUCE R. MILLER Lee Enterprises

"It was a good run, but as 'Best and Last' reminds us, all good things come to an end," Bruce Miller writes in his review. 

Colin Farrell explores the life of an alien in ‘Sugar’

Colin Farrell explores the life of an alien in ‘Sugar’

    In the second season of “Sugar,” Colin Farrell’s character has to deal with life alone.

    ‘Raising Kanan’ promises plenty for its fifth and final season

    ‘Raising Kanan’ promises plenty for its fifth and final season

      When Sascha Penn created “Power Book III: Raising Kanan,” he was determined to end it after five seasons.

      AI's Role in Hiring Bias: Are Nontraditional Candidates Left Behind?

      AI's Role in Hiring Bias: Are Nontraditional Candidates Left Behind?

        When AI likely makes the first pass at your resume for an open job position, you may think the algorithms’ focus on skills would help alleviate unconscious bias.  The problem is AI could be so efficient in its abilities that it overlooks nontraditional candidates.  What if there are ones wit…

        Book review: ‘Art of Toy Story 5’ adds to the story

        Book review: ‘Art of Toy Story 5’ adds to the story

          Readers can get a look behind the scenes of the new movie with the accompanying book, “The Art of ‘Toy Story 5.’”

          Change agents: ’Toy Story 5’ addresses electronic device threats

          Change agents: ’Toy Story 5’ addresses electronic device threats

            Viewing “devices” as the enemy, the toys must figure out how to reconnect with the girl who tossed them aside for a “Lilypad,” an adolescent-friendly screen.

            'Jackass' Crew Throws Wild Hollywood Party For Last Hurrah

            'Jackass' Crew Throws Wild Hollywood Party For Last Hurrah

              Page Six Hollywood's Katcy Stephan reports from the fancy (but with a twist) Hollywood premiere for the final film in the "Jackass" franchise.

              Review: ‘The Bear’ roars in its final season

              Review: ‘The Bear’ roars in its final season

                Storm clouds hover over the fifth — and final — season of “The Bear,” but they’re not what you think.

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                Movies & Television

                Back to the ‘Prairie’: New ‘Little House’ offers grittier portrait of prairie life

                Back to the ‘Prairie’: New ‘Little House’ offers grittier portrait of prairie life

                2026 Emmy nominations: See the full list of nominees

                2026 Emmy nominations: See the full list of nominees

                Looking for some summer fun? Visit a drive-in theater! | Streamed & Screened podcast

                Looking for some summer fun? Visit a drive-in theater! | Streamed & Screened podcast

                Movies in a Minute: "Minions & Monsters"

                Movies in a Minute: "Minions & Monsters"

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                The Future of E-Commerce Payments: How Crypto Could Cut Transaction Fees for Merchants

                Contributor content. The real reason crypto matters for merchants is math. Crypto transactions often cost less than a penny.

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                Provided content. Rising costs, limited supply, and shifting priorities are making starter homes harder to find.

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                What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

                Affiliate content. Learn the most common HVAC problems based on the age of your home.

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