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Peter Jackson to introduce ‘The Lord of the Rings’ films in theatrical rerelease

Thursday, January 15 by ABC News

Fans of The Lord of the Rings will get a special surprise as the films return to theaters to celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Fellowship of the Ring.All three of The Lord of the Rings films are returning to cinemas this January. Warner... Read More.

Shrinking forests are giving mosquitoes a greater taste for human blood, study suggests

Thursday, January 15 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- As forests shrink and wildlife disappears, mosquitoes are increasingly turning to people for their blood meals, a shift that raises real concerns about the potential spread of diseases that affect humans.A new study published in the journal Frontiers suggests these buzzing,... Read More.

Iran protests: Iranian airspace reopens amid fears of US strikes

Thursday, January 15 by ABC News

(LONDON) -- Iran's Civil Aviation Organization confirmed on Thursday morning that flights were back in operation over the country, according to a statement carried by Iranian state-aligned media.Iran issued a notice, known as a NOTAM, on Wednesday closing its airspace to all flights except... Read More.

Dewayne Perkins reflects on ‘The Upshaws” final season: ‘It’s been a beautiful journey’

Thursday, January 15 by ABC News

Season 5 (also billed as Part 7) of The Upshaws premieres on Netflix Wednesday, giving fans one final set of stories from the titular family. Dewayne Perkins, who plays their neighbor Hector, a recurring character on the series, spoke to... Read More.

The ironic twist to Gavin Adcock’s ‘Never Call Again’

Thursday, January 15 by ABC News

If you want to know more about Gavin Adcock's love life, all you need to do is listen to his breakthrough hit, "Never Call Again."Even though the track's laced with heartbreak, Gavin reveals he managed to find a happy ending... Read More.

Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr & more donate to MusiCares Charity Relief Auction

Thursday, January 15 by ABC News

Personal items and memorabilia from artists like Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Foreigner and Phil Collins are among the pieces up for grabs as part of this year's MusiCares Charity Relief Auction, held every year to support the charitable arm of... Read More.

Olivia Dean, Tate McRae nominated for award for their movie songs

Thursday, January 15 by ABC News

The songs that Olivia Dean and Tate McRae wrote for movies last year didn't make the cut for the Golden Globes or the short list for the Oscar nominations. However, their efforts have been rewarded with nominations for the 2026 Guild of Music Supervisors... Read More.

Ronnie Wood’s guitars highlight new career-spanning anthology

Wednesday, January 14 by ABC News

The Rolling Stones' Ronnie Wood is the subject of a new career-spanning book.Fearless: The Anthology, from Genesis Publications, has Wood opening up his personal archive in a book for the first time and features photos of rare instruments, designer stage wear, concert set lists... Read More.

Actor Timothy Busfield faces new assault claim from 16-year-old victim: Court documents

Wednesday, January 14 by ABC News

(New Mexico) -- Actor Timothy Busfield, who was arrested on charges of alleged criminal sexual contact of a minor and child abuse, is facing a new assault claim from another alleged victim, according to a motion for pretrial detention.In a document filed on... Read More.

US to suspend visa processing for 75 countries starting next week

Wednesday, January 14 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The State Department is freezing immigrant visa processing for 75 countries in an effort to clamp down on applicants it deems likely to become a public charge.The directive instructs embassies and consulates to halt decisions beginning Jan. 21 while the department reassesses... Read More.

Author: ABC News

Peter Jackson to introduce ‘The Lord of the Rings’ films in theatrical rerelease

Shrinking forests are giving mosquitoes a greater taste for human blood, study suggests

Iran protests: Iranian airspace reopens amid fears of US strikes

Dewayne Perkins reflects on ‘The Upshaws” final season: ‘It’s been a beautiful journey’

The ironic twist to Gavin Adcock’s ‘Never Call Again’

Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr & more donate to MusiCares Charity Relief Auction

Olivia Dean, Tate McRae nominated for award for their movie songs

Ronnie Wood’s guitars highlight new career-spanning anthology

Actor Timothy Busfield faces new assault claim from 16-year-old victim: Court documents

US to suspend visa processing for 75 countries starting next week

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