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On 'Bite Me,' Reneé Rapp punches back

Reneé Rapp's second album, “Bite Me,” gave the 25-year-old multi-hyphenate an outlet to work through the whirlwind that has been her career so far. She toured her first album, “Snow Angel,” left HBO's “The Sex Lives of College Girls” and played Regina in the 2024 musical remake of “Mean Girls.” Rapp told The Associated Press that she approached the project with intention. She said that process was grueling, but also fun. She hopes the result empowers fans, too. The album is out Friday. She'll launch a tour in September.

From 'Crossfire' to 'CeaseFire': C-SPAN executive launches program that promotes common ground

For many years when he worked at CNN, Sam Feist was a producer for “Crossfire,” which highlighted often loud political differents. Now that he is CEO of C-SPAN, Feist is looking for a different approach. The network will soon debut a new show, “CeaseFire,” that promotes conversations between political opposites trying to reach common ground. Feist has selected Dasha Burns of “Politico” to host the new program, which is debuting this fall. “Crossfire” arguably led American politicians into a more polarized place, now obvious in its politics. Feists hopes that “CeaseFire” can show Americans ways that its leaders can work together.

Judge dismisses lawsuit filed by Alec Baldwin for malicious prosecution in fatal 'Rust' set shooting

A New Mexico judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by actor Alec Baldwin for malicious prosecution in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer on the set of the Western movie “Rust.” The judge in a ruling made public Wednesday dismissed the case without prejudice for lack of any significant action with the claim. Baldwin's attorneys say settlement discussions have been ongoing and that they have been waiting to prosecute the case pending the outcome of those talks. Baldwin had alleged defamation, saying that prosecutors and investigators intentionally mishandled evidence. A judge last summer dismissed a charge of involuntary manslaughter against Baldwin in the 2021 death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.

What we know about how the Midtown Manhattan mass shooting unfolded

(CNN) — Investigators are combing through evidence in the wake of New York City’s deadliest mass shooting since 2000, trying to figure how a gunman came to unleash an assault-style rifle in Midtown, fatally shooting four people – including a police officer – and injuring one before killing himself.

'Lilo & Stitch' stars reflect on film's success and are eager for a sequel

The stars of “Lilo & Stitch” have experienced some big changes since the movie became a hit in 2025. Eight-year-old Maia Kealoha says she’s been recognized “like five thousand times” at stores and has given up Doritos to keep her teeth clean. Kealoha, Sydney Agudong, and Tia Carrere have been promoting the film at Comic-Con 2025 and its release for digital purchase. Agudong calls the movie “an ode to Hawaii” and enjoys celebrating its success with family and friends. The film has earned over $1 billion. The trio hints at a sequel but remains tight-lipped about details.

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The European Union's trade agreement with the Trump administration is receiving mixed reviews. EU officials claim they avoided a major economic disaster, but French officials argue the EU didn't leverage its full strength. The deal imposes a 15% tariff on most goods imported into the U.S., with no agreement on key areas like pharmaceuticals and steel. French officials criticize the deal as unbalanced, while Germany and Italy see it as avoiding unnecessary escalation. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán calls it a failure for Europe. Economists warn the deal could hinder growth and lacks clarity.

‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ scores Marvel's first $100 million box office opening of 2025

“The Fantastic Four: First Steps” is topping the domestic box office charts in its first weekend in theaters. The Walt Disney Co. said Sunday that it earned an estimated $118 million from North American theaters. Globally, it made $218 million. “Fantastic Four” is Marvel's biggest opening since “Deadpool & Wolverine” last summer. Second place this week went to another superhero movie, “Superman,” which earned $24.9 million in its third weekend. “Jurassic World Rebirth” landed in third place with $13 million, followed by “F1” in fourth with $6.2 million. “Smurfs” rounded out the top five with $5.4 million.

Alec Baldwin talks his love for 'Peanuts' and the 'immeasurable' effects of his trial

Alec Baldwin says the year since his trial ended has been a lot better than the years before it. The actor spoke to The Associated Press at San Diego’s Comic-Con International, where he was part of a panel on 75 years of Charlie Brown and “Peanuts.” Baldwin says he still can't believe what happened on the day when his trial for involuntary manslaughter in the shooting of a cinematographer fell apart and his case was dismissed. He says he's become especially philosophical about the things he wants, and that many of them are embodied by Charlie Brown and “Peanuts.” The characters remain a big part of the actor's life since he still has young children.