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The Banks Family Returns In ‘Father of the Bride Part 3 (ish)’
Watch the new trailer for the upcoming mini-sequel.
Abbott Loosens Restrictions but Bars Remain Closed
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott held a press conference today and spoke about loosening restrictions. Governor Abbott is allowing some businesses to increase their capacity. This announcement comes as the number of coronavirus cases and hospitalizations have steadily declined in the state of Texas...
U.S. Box Office Struggles to Recover During Pandemic
‘Tenet’ grossed just $6.7 million in its second weekend in theaters.
'The Batman' Halts Production Again Due To Coronavirus
A worker on the movie contracted the virus just days after shooting resumed.
Dwayne Johnson Reveals Covid-19 Diagnosis
His wife and two daughters also tested positive for the virus.
Disney’s Polynesian Village Will Become ‘Moana’-Themed Hotel
The hotel will remain closed until next summer for refurbishment.
‘The New Mutants’ Leads Weekend Box Office
The global pandemic has evened the playing field.
MTV VMAs 2020 Performers May Be Pulled Due to COVID-19: REPORT
Artists have been removed from MTV's official website.
First ‘Tenet’ Reviews Call It a Thrilling Spectacle
Read what the critics are saying about Christopher Nolan’s new film.
‘Mulan’ Will Be Released on Disney Plus on September 4
The movie was expected to be one of Disney’s biggest 2020 blockbusters.
Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy Building New Socially Distant Sets
Your favorite shows will look different when they return to the air.