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What we know about the 'Stranger Things' spinoff — plus a key detail in the series finale - Yahoo

Though the hit Netflix series has come to an end after nine years and five seasons, fans won't be saying goodbye to the "Stranger Things" universe for good.

HOW TO WATCH: 31st Annual Critics Choice Awards - Critics Choice

The 31st annual Critics Choice Awards will air live on both coasts from 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT to 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026 across E! and USA networks. You can also watch live on USANetwork.com as well as the apps for USA, E!, SYFY, and Oxygen.

Holly Ramsay Wore Elie Saab—and Her Mom’s ’90s Wedding Dress—to Marry Adam Peaty in Bath - Vogue

Bride Holly Ramsay, daughter of celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, married Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty at Bath Abbey wearing Elie Saab. Her bridesmaids wore Victoria Beckham, and the Beckham family—longtime friends of the Ramsays—were in the congregation.

NYT Strands hints, answers for January 2, 2026 - Mashable

Every hint, nudge and outright answer you need to complete today's NYT Strands puzzle.

The 53 Most Anticipated New and Returning TV Shows Coming in 2026 - Variety

From the returns of 'The Pitt,' 'Survivor,' and the final season of 'The Boys,' to the new show 'The Beauty,' Variety previews 2026's biggest shows.

Michael Che reveals the most tense moment he's witnessed at “SNL”: 'Scary almost' - Yahoo

"This had to go well," the comedian recalls of one very high-pressure episode.

George Clooney gets French citizenship — and another dust-up with Trump - NPR

The French government says it granted George and Amal Clooney citizenship because of their contributions to its international influence. Their family has primarily lived in France since 2021.

Stand-up comedian, late night host John Mulrooney dies at 67 - USA Today

John Mulrooney, a Brooklyn-born stand-up comedian and late-night host known for his boisterous style and lengthy resume, has died. He was 67.

Actors Roundtable: Seven A-Listers From Dwayne Johnson to Jacob Elordi Talk Breaking In, Weaponizing Rejection and Jumping Off Cliffs - The Hollywood Reporter

Johnson, Elordi, Michael B. Jordan, Adam Sandler, Jeremy Allen White, Wagner Moura and Mark Hamill, all in the hunt for their first Oscar nomination, bond over what it took to make it in this crazy industry.

Deftones bet against Y2K nostalgia. The move paid off on 'private music' : World Cafe Words and Music Podcast - NPR

Frontman Chino Moreno says the alternative rock band has defied expectations at every turn. Their Grammy-nominated 10th studio album is no different.

Paul Mescal Says He'll Be 'Rationing' Work Until 2028 Beatles Biopics - The Hollywood Reporter

The Irish actor is considering winding down a little after his 'Hamnet' campaign, and discusses what that would look like.

Jelly Roll reveals 275-pound weight loss in new cover - ABC News

British Chinese food is all over TikTok. Americans have questions - CNN

British Chinese takeout bears so few similarities to its US counterpart that Americans have been sharing their surprise, and sometimes outright horror, on social media.

Wuthering Heights to The Odyssey: 16 of the most exciting films coming up in 2026 - bbc.com

From Emerald Fennell's divisive Wuthering Heights to Christopher Nolan's anticipated ancient Greek epic, here are BBC critics' picks of the films to see in the year ahead.

Help for Those Who Are Blind - JW.ORG

God cares deeply for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. Find out what Jehovah’s Witnesses are doing to help them understand the Bible’s message of hope.

‘Avatar’ Wins New Year’s Eve As Domestic Box Office Hits $8.9 Billion - Forbes

A few notable flops this year held the box office back from its predicted rebound.

Nancy Drew, Betty Boop and more: 26 notable works entering the public domain in 2026 - KSL.com

Nancy Drew, Betty Boop and the first version of what would become Pluto are among the countless creative works entering the public domain as their copyrights expire on New Year's Day.

Pink Hospitalized on New Year's Eve - TMZ

Pink is starting 2026 in an unexpected place ... the hospital.

6 noteworthy books for January - The Washington Post

New novels and nonfiction include the latest installment of Brad Meltzer’s Zig and Nola series.

Philadelphia Mummers Parade postpones String Band competition, goes without props after windy weather damage - CBS News

Powerful winds disrupted the 125th annual Mummers Parade and forced the String Band competition to be suspended for the first time in the event's history.