For many decades, the “Big Three” networks dominated American television, bringing laughter, drama, breaking news and real-life events into our homes. NBC, CBS and ABC have broadcast thousands of fictional programs, sporting events, talk shows and news programs for nearly a century, with roots in radio. Television programming began in the 1940s, with the National […]
Star Trek: Picard signed off after three seasons by giving Jean-Luc and his Next Generation pals the final mission they’ve always deserved… but maybe this story’s not over just yet. Thursday’s series finale picks up where we left off, with Jean-Luc and company aboard a refurbished Enterprise-D and headed to Earth to stop the Borg’s […]
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The fallout from Lorenzo’s murder is about to be insane.
With Lorenzo gone, the Tejada family will have to find a way to move forward and figure out what their family looks like without Lorenzo at the top.
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Lucid is now delivering new Air electric sedans for customers who ordered them with the dark-trimmed “Stealth Appearance” package. The option was first made available to order last year, which includes changes on “up to 35 components” that give the Air black gloss and satin graphite accents. And when paired with infinite black paint, you can even get a nearly murdered-out look.
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European Union countries have agreed to extend a proposal to reduce the amount of natural gas they use by 15% until spring of 2024. The goal is to continue to reduce their reliance on Russian gas. Valentina Vasileva has the story, narrated by Anna Rice. Camera: Yuriy Zakrevskiy