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AI Chat Tools Gain Popularity Among U.S. Teens but Face Growing Scrutiny

SMGN Publishing July 21, 2025

Digital companions are used for entertainment, advice, and emotional support A new national survey shows that nearly three-quarters of teenagers in the United States have used conversational artificial intelligence tools at least once. These digital companions are being used for entertainment, to explore personal thoughts, or to seek emotional support.

CBS to End The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in 2025

SMGN Publishing July 18, 2025

Final season set to conclude in May after nearly a decade on air CBS has announced that The Late Show with Stephen Colbert will end in May 2025, bringing an end to nearly ten years of Colbert hosting the popular late-night program. The news was revealed by Colbert himself during

“Eddington” Portrays a Fictional but Tense Pandemic-Era Divide

SMGN Publishing July 17, 2025

A small town drama exploring public health, freedom, and societal fragmentation Eddington, the latest film by writer-director Ari Aster, is set in a fictional New Mexico town during late May 2020. Against the backdrop of early pandemic fears, the film examines how divisions over health mandates and personal liberties can

Economic Uncertainty Reaches the Influencer Industry

SMGN Publishing July 16, 2025

Shifts in Consumer Behavior Challenge Digital Creators As financial concerns grow, online content creators are feeling the effects of an evolving economic landscape. Reduced consumer confidence and tighter spending habits are pushing audiences and brands to be more selective, reshaping how influencers generate income and engage followers. Declining Budgets and

Billy Joel Documentary Offers a Candid Look at the Man Behind the Music

SMGN Publishing July 15, 2025

HBO’s latest release blends personal insight with rare footage in a two-part retrospective The two-part documentary Billy Joel: And So It Goes, released by HBO, delivers a revealing narrative about the legendary musician’s life and career. Directed by Susan Lacy and Jessica Levin, the production includes extensive interviews with Joel,

Hungarian Monastery Battles Insect Infestation to Protect Centuries-Old Books

SMGN Publishing July 14, 2025

Hungary’s Oldest Library Takes Emergency Action to Preserve Cultural Heritage At the Archabbey of Pannonhalma, a thousand-year-old Benedictine monastery in northwestern Hungary, conservation teams are racing against time to save nearly 100,000 books from a beetle infestation. The monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site, holds around 400,000 volumes, including codices

Stephen Sondheim’s Creative Archive Preserved at the Library of Congress

SMGN Publishing July 11, 2025

A treasure trove of sketches, lyrics, and musical drafts now open to researchers The Library of Congress has officially added over 5,000 items from the personal archive of composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim, offering an in-depth look into the creative process of one of musical theatre’s most celebrated figures. The

James Gunn Introduces a More Human Side of Superman

SMGN Publishing July 10, 2025

The DC Studios head shares his vision for a reimagined Man of Steel Filmmaker James Gunn, known for directing the Guardians of the Galaxy series, takes the lead in reviving the Superman franchise with his latest film, Superman, which marks his first release as CEO of DC Studios. His aim:

New Book Releases Explore Sports Icons, Ancient History, and the U.S. Legal and Political Systems

SMGN Publishing July 9, 2025

This week’s literary highlights offer insight, inspiration, and suspense As summer heat intensifies across many regions of the U.S., this week’s book releases provide a welcome escape into compelling stories and historical explorations. From groundbreaking sports achievements to immersive archaeology and political retrospectives, the latest titles span a wide range

New Film Releases: From Dinosaurs to Dystopias and Noir Narratives

SMGN Publishing July 8, 2025

A varied cinematic lineup features science fiction, survival drama, and indie storytelling Moviegoers this week are offered a selection of contrasting films — from high-budget blockbusters to character-driven indie projects — showcasing the breadth of contemporary storytelling. Prehistoric thrills with a modern twist “Jurassic World: Rebirth” continues the iconic dinosaur

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$1.7 Billion Powerball Jackpot Builds Momentum as Holiday Drawings Approach

Felipe Cardona December 24, 2025

The $1.7 billion Powerball jackpot has become a dominant topic across the United States as the holiday season intensifies interest in one of the most lucrative lottery runs ever recorded. No jackpot winner emerged from the latest drawing, so the prize has continued its upward climb. It is now positioned

Timothée Chalamet Leads a Frenetic Table Tennis Drama This Christmas

Sarah Olivella December 24, 2025

Timothée Chalamet returns to theaters during the Christmas season with a performance that pushes both physical endurance and emotional volatility, anchoring a fast-moving narrative centered on obsession, ambition, and spectacle. Set against the unlikely competitive world of professional table tennis, the film transforms an underrecognized sport into a dramatic battleground

U.S. Bars European Activists Over Alleged Online Censorship Pressure

Sarah Olivella December 24, 2025

The United States government has imposed entry restrictions on five European individuals accused of coordinating efforts to pressure American technology companies into censoring or suppressing U.S.-based political viewpoints. The decision reflects a broader shift in U.S. foreign policy toward confronting what officials describe as extraterritorial attempts to influence protected speech