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Why the stock market could be in for another big year. A top market analyst weighs in - CNBC

Bespoke Investment Group co-founder Paul Hickey said to "expect the unexpected" despite being positioned with an optimistic outlook.

How Stitch Became Disney’s MVP of 2025 - The Hollywood Reporter

The mischievous alien starred in a billion-dollar grossing film, sold more than $4 billion dollars in merchandise, and took over for Mickey Mouse on a national tour.

The Best of British TV Coming in 2026, From 'Half Man' to 'Industry' - The Hollywood Reporter

Whether you're looking for a cosy period drama, high-stakes spy thriller, Agatha Christie tale or something more 'Derry Girls'-ish, the Brits have your TV cravings covered next year.

‘One Battle After Another,’ ‘Frankenstein,’ ‘Weapons,’ ‘Wicked: For Good’ and ‘Sinners’ Lead Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild Nominations - Variety

"Sinners," "One Battle After Another," "Frankenstein" and "Wicked: For Good" lead this year's make-up and hair stylist guild nominations.

‘Malcolm in the Middle’ Revival Trailer: Frankie Muniz and Bryan Cranston Reunite After Nearly 20 Years; April Release Date Set - Variety

Hulu and Disney+'s 'Malcolm in the Middle' revival revealed its first footage featuring Frankie Muniz, Bryan Cranston as well as a release date.

Turkey's ancient, caffeine-free coffee alternative - BBC

For as long as anyone can remember, residents in Gaziantep have been harvesting wild pistachios to make a unique, nutty brew that doubles as a home remedy.

Get the lowdown on 500 Worlds: Titus in the first White Dwarf of 2026 - Warhammer Community

Here’s what’s happening in issue 520.

French split over Brigitte Bardot tribute due to her far right views - CBS News

French politicians were divided on Monday over how to pay tribute to the late Brigitte Bardot who, despite her screen legend, courted controversy in later life with her far-right views.

Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: DigitalBridge, Praxis Precision Medicines, Coupang & more - CNBC

These are the stocks posting the largest moves in early trading.

'Avatar' and 'Marty Supreme' propel strong ticket sales to wrap a turbulent 2025 for Hollywood - NBC News

Hollywood wrapped up a turbulent year with big ticket sales for “Avatar: Fire and Ash” and a box-office hit for Timothée Chalamet with “Marty Supreme” over a busy holiday weekend in movie theaters.

The Comedian Behind the “Trump Kennedy Center” Domain Names Has Run Political Parody Sites for Years - Military.com

Before President Donald Trump’s name went up at the Kennedy Center, a former South Park writer had already bought the matching domain names. It’s part of a years-long political satire playbook.

Genre fiction and female authors top U.S. libraries' most-borrowed lists in 2025 - NPR

All of the top 10 books borrowed through the public library app Libby were written by women. And Kristin Hannah's The Women was the top checkout in many library systems around the country.

'Raising questions' isn't enough. The best films of the year took a stance - NPR

Now is not the time for subtlety, nostalgia or neutrality on screen.

Beyoncé Is Now A Billionaire - Forbes

A bold pivot to country music led to the most successful concert tour in the genre’s history and helped Cowboy Carter lasso a 10-figure fortune—becoming just the fifth musician to do so.

Britney Spears Responds to Family’s Christmas Celebration on Instagram - Billboard

Britney Spears shared a pointed message on social media, criticizing her family after they appeared to celebrate Christmas together without her.

Horoscope for Monday, December 29, 2025 - Chicago Sun-Times

Your daily horoscope: December 29, 2025 - The Globe and Mail

Your daily horoscope for Monday, December 29, 2025

NYT Connections hints and answers for December 29, Tips to solve 'Connections' #932. - Mashable

Everything you need to solve 'Connections' #932.

Why Jamie Lee Curtis Is Thankful Her Mom Didn’t Let Her Audition for ‘The Exorcist’ as a Child - The Hollywood Reporter

The Oscar winner eventually made her horror film debut in 1978's 'Halloween.'

Jennifer Garner Jumps on 'Felt Pretty' Trend with Hilarious and Relatable Photos — and She Looks Just Like Daughter Violet - Yahoo News Canada

"Felt pretty but then I opened my friend's camera roll," the actress wrote in a Dec. 28 Instagram post