Look Out Pelley, Muir And Holt. Rapping Reporters Could Give You A Jolt
Uganda is bringing young eyeballs to the evening news with a team of rappers who inform and amuse.
Television
Happy Birthday! Bugs Bunny Turns 75
The animated rabbit is well known for starring in Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies cartoons. Bugs Bunny made his official debut in the 1940 Oscar-nominated short A Wild Hare.
'I Am Cait' Premieres As Reality Series With A Cause
NPR reviews the premiere of I Am Cait, E! network's new reality series in which Caitlyn Jenner introduces her female identity to her family and explores transgender issues.
'I Am Cait' Review: Brave, Tasteful — And Kind Of Boring
I Am Cait, the E! Entertainment reality show about Caitlyn Jenner, premieres Sunday night. NPR's Arun Rath speaks with Slate TV critic Willa Paskin about the show.
New 'Daily Show' Host Trevor Noah Tries Out Jokes About Racism, Ebola
The South African comic, who assumes the reins of the Comedy Central series on Sept. 28, did a show in Washington, D.C., this weekend. Here's a sample of his comedy stylings.
Want To Get Inside Your Favorite Show? Go To Comic-Con
San Diego Comic-Con is the sweet spot for immersive marketing, a form of advertising involving elaborate experiences that let fans feel like they're inside their favorite games, movies and shows.
'I'm Perd Hapley, And I Just Realized I'm Played By An Actual Newscaster'
Jay Jackson plays the hilariously odd newscaster on NBC's Parks and Recreation. But before he was a fake anchor, Jackson spent 22 years as a real TV reporter — and he became an actor by accident.
For 'Dexter' Star David Zayas, Acting Was A Long Shot Away
The Bronx native grew up in a blue-collar household; a life in show business seemed far from reality. He spent time in the Air Force and as a cop before he finally gave his childhood dream a chance.
From Adman To Stand-Up: Jim Gaffigan's Transition Took A Few Good Naps
The comedian once worked in advertising — until he got caught dozing on the job. So, he took his savings and stepped on stage. Still, it was years before he hit his big break: a gig on the Late Show.
Syfy's 'Sharknado 3' Fails At Being Really Good Bad Television
Syfy debuts the third installment in its disaster movie spoof franchise. But it isn't fun to watch — even ironically — and the film falls short, even as it inspires imitators on other channels.