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Anthony Kay is leaning on soft stuff to provide a firm presence in White Sox rotation

After posting a Yokohama franchise-record 1.55 ERA last season, White Sox starter Anthony Kay had comparable offers to stay in Japan, but the 31-year-old signed a two-year, $12 million pact …

Jesse White Tumbling Team impresses judges with live show performance on ‘America’s Got Talent’

Chicago’s Jesse White Tumbling Team exhibited their time-tested winning form Tuesday night during their quarterfinals set on “America’s Got Talent.” Performing to the pulsating rhythms of Jamiroquai’s “Canned Heat,” the …

Shirley MacLaine Makes Rare Video Appearance at 92 Years Old and Quips About ‘Sweet Charity’: ‘It Didn’t Do Very Well’

Shirley MacLaine has made a rare video appearance at the age of 92, and she’s not shy to throw some quips at “Sweet Charity’s” expense. “I would like to see …

Dansby Swanson’s presence will be part of Cubs’ efforts to weather his absence: ‘He turns into another coach’

The Cubs will spend the next four weeks without their starting shortstop, no small thing in the middle of a playoff race. Dansby Swanson is a critical part of the …

Nectarine and blackberry cobbler delivers a balance of fresh summer flavor and comforting, homemade goodness

A great cobbler is all about the contrast between bubbling, juicy fruit and a golden, baked biscuit topping. In this recipe, ripe nectarines and plump blackberries create a sweet-tart filling …

‘Heroes’ Creator Tim Kring Pays Tribute to Hayden Panettiere as a ‘Singularly Talented Actor’ With a ‘Deep Understanding of Human Nature’

Hayden Panettiere was a seasoned professional by the time she auditioned for “Heroes” at the age of 16. But unlike many actors who start working as kids, Hayden had no …

Felicia Day, Wil Wheaton on New Tabletop Gaming Show ‘Conludo,’ How ‘The Guild’ Reunion Movie Will Be Impacted by a Denied California Tax Credit

Reunions all around for Felicia Day these days: Amid a massive fundraiser for a movie reunion of her series “The Guild,” Day is reteaming with longtime friend and collaborator Wil …

Walmart Touts Free Peacock Access for Walmart+ Members on Heels of Streamer’s Latest Price Hike

Walmart is offering up some new deals, discounts and special offers right now, including a way to get a Peacock streaming subscription for free. While Walmart is touting its back …

Clive Barker Announces Kickstarter-Exclusive Anthology Book Series ‘Library of the Dead’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Horror master Clive Barker is set to release the new “Library of the Dead” anthology project Aug. 18 exclusively on Kickstarter. The three-book horror anthology consists of three books: “Fear …

‘Days of Our Lives’ EP on Bringing John Oliver’s Dream Soap Opera Role to Life: ‘He Wanted to Be Slapped’

Ken Corday, the executive producer of “Days of Our Lives,” knew John Oliver needed to make an appearance on his series. The host of the Emmy-winning HBO series “Last Week …

$250,000 reward offered for information in 2018 disappearance of pregnant postal worker

The United States Postal Inspection Service is increasing a reward for information that would “aid in the investigation” of the 2018 disappearance of a pregnant postal worker to $250,000. It’s …

Why a Reunion Between the Two Rival TV Academies Is Long Overdue

Last month’s news that the two rival TV academies are looking to reunite was welcome and overdue — but it won’t be as easy as flipping a switch. The Los …

Oscars Budget, ‘Engaging’ With AI and Hot Memorabilia: Inside the Academy’s Annual All-Members Meeting (EXCLUSIVE)

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences got down to business on Tuesday, setting its agenda for the next year in an all-hands meeting with its membership. The official …

Kat Dennings, Beth Behrs Set ‘2 Broke Girls’ Reunion on ‘Shifting Gears’ Season 3

The “2 Broke Girls” are getting back together. Variety has learned that Beth Behrs is set to guest star in the upcoming third season of the ABC sitcom “Shifting Gears,” …