Why many young adults turn on TV or movie subtitles, according to a new poll
NEW YORK (AP) — A new poll finds that younger adults are more likely to use subtitles while watching TV or movies than are older adults. About 4 in 10 adults under 45 use subtitles at least “often” when watching TV or movies, compared with about 3 in 10 adults over 45. That's according to the survey from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. U.S. adults 60 and older are especially likely to say they “never” or “rarely” use subtitles. The poll suggests many young adults use subtitles because they're watching in noisy environments or are multitasking, while older adults choose them to better hear or understand what’s being said.
Schwarzenegger directs a band in a beer tent at Munich's Oktoberfest
BERLIN (AP) — Arnold Schwarzenegger has taken up the baton at Munich’s Oktoberfest. The former California governor spontaneously conducted a live band and the singing crowd in a beer tent on Friday night. The Austrian-born star of “The Terminator” and “True Lies” clearly enjoyed himself. Afterward, he took selfies with the musicians, according to German news agency dpa. Schwarzenegger, dressed in traditional Bavarian attire, was accompanied by his partner Heather Milligan and his son, Christopher. He has visited the world’s largest folk festival in Bavaria several times in the past, dpa reported. Oktoberfest began on September 20 and ends October 5.
Nexstar and Sinclair bring Jimmy Kimmel's show back to local TV stations
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Nexstar Media Group and Sinclair Broadcast Group have brought Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show back to their local TV stations. This ends a dayslong TV blackout in dozens of U.S. cities. The blackout followed remarks Kimmel made about conservative activist Charlie Kirk's killing. The companies suspended the program on Sept. 17 over remarks the comedian made in the wake of conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s killing. Disney-owned ABC suspended Kimmel the same day, following threats of potential repercussions from the Trump-appointed head of the Federal Communications Commission. Despite Disney's decision to reinstate him Tuesday, Sinclair and Nexstar initially continued to preempt the show.
Prince William says 2024 was the hardest year of his life
LONDON (AP) — Prince William has told “Schitt's Creek” star Eugene Levy that 2024 was the hardest year of his life. Appearing on Levy's show “The Reluctant Traveler,” William reflected on last year, when his wife Kate and his father King Charles III both underwent cancer treatment. The episode, airing Oct. 3, features William showing Levy around Windsor Castle and chatting over a pint. Kate announced in January that her cancer is in remission and she has since taken on more public engagements. Charles has also returned to public duty. Neither of them has disclosed the type of cancer they had.
Ferragamo's chartreuse bags and shoes pop against 1920s- inspired co-ed collection
MILAN (AP) — Maximilian Davis has unveiled his latest Ferragamo collection at Milan Fashion Week in the brand's Portrait Hotel where he made his debut as creative director three years ago. The 1920s-inspired co-ed collection previewed Saturday featured slinky and seductive womenswear and men’s speakeasy suiting. Silken scarves and fringe details added a flapper vibe. Vinyl overcoats protected against rain while pointed mules and mini pouches completed the looks. Christy Turlington and Naomi Watts were among the front-row guests.
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Movie Review: Friendship, grief and June Squibb in ‘Eleanor the Great’
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At the New York Film Festival, legacies loom large
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Alex Winter takes a most excellent adventure on Broadway with 'Waiting For Godot' and Keanu Reeves
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Zara Larsson hopes 'Midnight Sun' helps complete her pop superstar puzzle
NEW YORK (AP) — Pop star Zara Larsson plans to continue to make the world dance with her new album, “Midnight Sun.” Out Friday, it serves as a love letter to her native Sweden where summer sunlight can extend until midnight. The “Lush Life” singer recently opened on Tate McRae’s tour and will headline her own dates starting next month in Europe before launching the North American leg in February. Larsson has never been shy about her desires to become the world's biggest pop star, wrote on every song and introduced introspective tracks like “Ambition,” which highlights her professional insecurities and “Saturn's Return,” which details her personal evolution.
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