Why Do We Keep Exploiting Dead Celebrities?

By Laura Bradley

A string of new projects highlights the ethical tensions that arise when celebrities’ life stories—and tragedies—become entertainment.

Prentice Penny Is About to Turn ‘Insecure’ Into a Western

By Tirhakah Love

The showrunner of the Issa Rae-starring HBO hit talks about its final season, killing Kelli, and how they’ve all grown, onscreen and off.

She Poses as Teen Girls to Catch Pedophiles Online

By Nick Schager

The new Discovery+ series “Undercover Underage” trails Roo Powell, who regularly poses as young girls—employing a variety of disguises—to catch child sexual predators online.

Kevin Smith on Coining ‘Bennifer’ & Trying to Save Stan Lee

By Marlow Stern

The celebrated cult filmmaker opens up about the new book “Kevin Smith’s Secret Stash,” his mentors Stan Lee and George Carlin, the return of Bennifer, and more.

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Trevor Noah Slams Alec Baldwin Movie’s Crazy Recklessness

By Marlow Stern

The “Daily Show” host couldn’t believe how irresponsible certain crew members were on the set of the Western film “Rust,” resulting in the tragic death of DP Halyna Hutchins.

‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ Returns to Take on Pandemic Hoarders

By Nick Schager

The funniest man on television is back in his element—and thank goodness for that.

Why Chrissy Teigen Travels With Her Late Son’s Ashes

By Brooke Leigh Howard

“This might sound crazy to people, but they’ll put a little glass of water next to his little box of ashes,” she said of her two kids.

‘Succession’ Recap: Kendall Completely Sh*ts the Bed

By Laura Bradley

So, it’s come to this. (Again.) As the most deluded Roy child tries to rally his siblings for another revolution, his inner need to replace Daddy—and his misogyny—jump out.

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Who Messed Up Nunes’ Campaign Records This Bad? His Mom.

It turns out that Rep. Devin Nunes’ mom has produced errors in his campaign-finance reports going back 17 years.

Dream Vacation Spot Spirals Into Deadly Cartel Battlefield

High-profile tourist destinations along Mexico’s dreamy Mayan Riviera are increasingly subject to cartel violence, with the latest incident killing two women vacationing in Tulum.

Jim Caviezel’s QAnon Guru Wants to Control Elections

QAnon booster Juan O. Savin has relationships with Roseanne Barr and Jim Caviezel. His fans think he’s JFK Jr. Now he’s recruiting candidates to take control of elections.

I'm Simultaneously Cold and Sweaty So I Bought This Sweater

This cozy sweater has quickly become my cold-weather go-to.

The Best Cookware Sets for Your Home Chef Needs

Upgrade your home cookware lineup before the holidays with these top picks.

The Best Winter Outdoor Gear Deals to Shop Now

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