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Santa ‘Tom’ is Coming to Town

This Bristow girl was once afraid of Santa but warmed up to Santa Tom over some ice cream at Basking Robbins.

Perhaps anyone wearing a red suit and white beard could appear to be Santa from a distance, but for an authentic experience, people want the “real” Santa …

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‘Jaws’ and the two musical notes that changed Hollywood forever

Many film historians see 'Jaws' as the first true summer blockbuster.
With blockbuster films costing hundreds of millions of dollars, the way two musical notes manipulate tension in ‘Jaws’ serves as a reminder that less can be more.
Which sports drive the most wagers?
OLBG reports soccer leads sports betting with over $800 billion, followed by basketball, NFL, horse racing, and tennis, driven by major events.
Movies and TV shows casting across the US
Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting across the US.
30 celebrities you may not know are nonbinary
Stacker researched nonbinary, genderqueer, or otherwise gender-nonconforming celebrities that you should know.

Movies and TV shows casting across the US

Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting across the US.

How the ‘billionaire lifestyle’ at a Park City, Utah, mansion fueled a new movie by the creator of ‘Succession’

The Salt Lake Tribune talks to actors Steve Carell, Jason Schwartzman, Ramy Youssef and Cory Michael Smith about filming Jesse Armstrong’s new movie in a Park City mansion.

Entertainment 2025
8 most popular online casino card games
OLBG provides a guide to the most popular and easiest casino card games to play online.
What your streaming vs. scrolling habits reveal about your mental health
Hers dove into how different screen time impacts our psyche and found that one simple question—do you prefer streaming TV or scrolling social media?—reveals key differences in mental wellness.
Post Malone was told he would never play his hometown stadium. He kicked off his nationwide tour there anyway.
The Salt Lake Tribune reported that Post Malone kicked off his latest tour on April 29 with fireworks, confetti and other theatrics.
11 iconic mother figures across TV history
Stacker compiled a list of 10 of the most unforgettable maternal figures in television history using information from IMDb and various media outlets.   
Country-pop star Kelsea Ballerini salutes fans who have followed her from small venues to arena shows
The Salt Lake Tribune highlights Kelsea Ballerini, the country pop musician who performed "Live on Tour," her first Utah arena show, while thanking fans who have followed her journey through smaller venues.

'The White Lotus' effect: How HBO's hit series is redefining travel, style, and brand strategy

Compartés explains how "The White Lotus" has become a masterclass in modern marketing with its stunning visuals and satirical take on wealth to its cultural impact on fashion, food, and decor. 

20 don't-miss summer events across the nation in 2025

Way.com compiled a guide to the must-not-miss summer events across the country.

Lady Gaga bomb plot: Thwarted plan lifts veil on the gamification of hate and gendered nature of online radicalization

Lady Gaga performs at Copacabana Beach on May 3, 2025, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Instead of promoting diversity, many social networks and other popular digital platforms function as machines for the production and circulation of hate.

The most spectacular bingo halls in the U.S. and U.K.

OLBG unveils the top 10 best bingo halls, ranked by ambience, game variety, prize money, and more, to discover which venue clinches the title between the U.K. and the U.S.

Complicated friendships can affect well-being—just take it from these 5 pop culture duos

Charlie Health focuses on complicated friendships as seen in "The Office" and "The Real Housewives," plus data on how friendship affects well-being and mental health.

2025 influencer marketing costs on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok

CreatorDB presents a guide that breaks down the cost for influencer marketing, which covers Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok influencer rates, and negotiation strategies to help you set the right price and maximize results.

Best films turning 50 in 2025

Stacker ranked the top 50 films turning 50 in 2025, providing a strong overview of the innovative and long-lasting impact of 1975 cinema.

5 narcissistic pop culture characters—and what experts say about them

Charlie Health presents examples of pop culture characters who exhibit narcissistic tendencies—plus guidance on what to do if you notice narcissistic traits in yourself or others.

9 celebrities who have been sued for personal injury

Recovery Law Center compiled a list of nine celebrities who have faced personal injury lawsuits, sourcing from news articles and court documents.

10 of the most talked-about TV series of 2025

Stacker consulted entertainment outlets and social media chatter to determine 10 of the most talked-about and buzzy shows of 2025. 

Bob Dylan gives his first concert in Israel in 1987 in Tel Aviv, playing with Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.

Despite pressure to cancel Israel performances, Dylan has performed in the country several times. Ever an enigma, he rarely explains his decisions − or views on religion.
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Kevin Costner forging ahead with $100 million Utah film studio despite lackluster response to 'Horizon'
The Salt Lake Tribune reports on Kevin Costner's decision to continue building out a $100 million Utah film studio in support of the location's movie maker roots.
50 songs you won't believe are turning 50 this year
Stacker surveyed Billboard's Hot 100 chart in 1975 to highlight the top 50 songs turning 50 in 2025. See which hits made the list.
Sustainable fashion trends at the Oscars
VRAI spotlights a shift occurring on the red carpet that marks a collective commitment to environmentally responsible fashion among celebrities.
A Palestinian film is an Oscars favorite − so why is it so hard to see?
Despite winning awards at festival after festival, the film has been unable to find a company to distribute it in the US.
From breakbeats to the dance floor: How hip-hop and house revolutionized music and culture
Both genres recently celebrated big birthdays. From their origins in the clubs and jams of the 1970s and 1980s, house and hip-hop have become global cultural forces.