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      The ‘Breaking Bad’ Scene That Broke Bryan Cranston

      Though Walter White commits his most heinous crimes in the later seasons of 'Breaking Bad', Bryan Cranston said he was most shaken up by a moment from season 2.

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      Real night court inspired fake night court.

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      Harried judges in Manhattan and elsewhere hear cases into the early morning hours, including allegations of cleaver attacks.

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      An incident that shocked a 13-year-old Charlie Chaplin inspired an episode of 'The X-Files' nearly a century later.

      Anna Green



      Peter Capaldi in 'The Devil's Hour.'

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      From 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' to 'The Devil's Hour,' Amazon's streaming service has something binge-worthy for every taste.

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      Buffalo wings are a Super Bowl staple.

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      Americans consume more than 1 billion wings on Super Bowl Sunday, and we have sports bars to thank.

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      Apologies to your wallet.

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      Effective as of January 12, 2023, the streaming service’s price has risen to $15.99 for the ad-free tier.

      Dan Selcke


      Ms. Frizzles adventures were no ordinary field trips.

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      Who wouldn’t want a teacher like Ms. Frizzle? Take a ride down memory lane with these 12 facts about ‘The Magic School Bus.’

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