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‘When No One Sees Us’ Is a Rich and Gorgeous Spanish Crime Drama
Weekend, Today

Even the small characters in this complex and sometimes humorous mystery on Max are rendered with the utmost specificity and affection.

Polish Spies, South Korean Zombies and a Sicilian Prince
Culture, Today

New international series include an espionage thriller on Max, a horror comedy on Prime Video and a new Netflix adaptation of “The Leopard.”

5 cosas que debes saber de ‘Con amor, Meghan’
En español, Today

La duquesa de Sussex regresó a la pantalla en una serie donde organiza algunos proyectos y ofrece consejos en el camino.

All Signs Point to Democrats Being Hopeless, Michael Kosta Says
Culture, Today

During President Trump’s speech, Democrats held “little paddles as if they were ready to give Mike Johnson a naughty little spanking,” the “Daily Show” host said.

More Than 36 Million Watched Trump’s Address to Congress on Live TV
Business, Yesterday

The annual presidential speech is one of the last remaining mass-audience media moments available to a national politician.

In ‘Deli Boys,’ Two Actors Find Dream Roles Playing No One’s Hero
Culture, Yesterday

Saagar Shaikh and Asif Ali will do “unspeakable things” in a Hulu comedy that centers on South Asians, drugs, violence — and the minimart.

Late Night Is Underwhelmed by Trump’s Address to Congress
Culture, Yesterday

Jimmy Kimmel noted that the president’s speech started late: “I guess they were waiting for that last coat of shellac to dry on his face.”

‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Review: Can You Fight City Hall?
Culture, Yesterday

The sort-of-rebooted series from Marvel and Disney+ pits the blind vigilante against a chaos-inducing, revenge-minded office holder.

On Second Count, ABC Says Oscar Viewership Increased
Business, March 4

The network said that after total viewership on Hulu was included in the count, the show attracted 19.7 million people, up from 19.5 million last year.

‘Dabba Cartel’ Is a Go-Go-Go Drama With Depth
Culture, March 4

This Indian Netflix series isn’t the most original thing ever, but it comes loaded with brains, humor and electric performances.

5 Takeaways From ‘With Love, Meghan’
Styles, March 4

The new streaming series from the Duchess of Sussex has arrived. It shows her cooking, creating and harvesting, and feels like a billboard for things to come.

After the Apocalypse, Will We Decamp to a Suburb or a High-Rise?
Business, March 4

“Paradise” and “Silo” have opposing takes on the future of urban organization, echoing the debate over America’s housing shortage today.

Dr. Pimple Popper Knows You Can’t Look Away
Well, March 4

Dr. Sandra Lee has built a new kind of dermatologic empire by sharing gnarly extractions and cyst removals with the world online.

Late Night Recaps Zelensky’s Casual Friday at the White House
Culture, March 4

“I don’t see you asking Elon Musk if he owns a suit,” Seth Meyers said of the reporter who questioned Ukraine’s president about his attire.

Oscars Draw 18 Million Viewers, an 8% Drop
Business, March 4

The show was broadcast on ABC, as it has been for decades, but also streamed live on Hulu, where there were glitches.

The Best Movies and TV Shows Coming to Netflix in March
Culture, March 3

New arrivals for U.S. subscribers include a sweeping adaptation of a literary classic and a quirky science-fiction movie starring Millie Bobby Brown.

Stream These 6 Movies and Shows Before They Leave Netflix in March
Culture, March 3

A great Park Chan-wook film and a hilarious British satire are among the great titles leaving for U.S. subscribers this month.

El singular encanto de Parker Posey
En español, March 3

Durante años, la “reina del cine independiente” batalló para encontrar papeles satisfactorios en el cambiante panorama de Hollywood. Y entonces llegó “The White Lotus”.

‘Deli Boys,’ Plus 9 Things to Watch on TV this Week
Culture, March 3

A new Hulu comedy premieres, “The Righteous Gemstones” are back and “The Traitors” wraps up its third season.

‘The White Lotus’ Season 3, Episode 3: The Snake Show
Culture, March 3

The guests are getting restless, and Mike White seems ready to start making messes.

Here’s how to watch Sunday’s ceremony.
Movies, March 2

‘S.N.L.’ Reprises the Trump-Zelensky Oval Office Face-Off
Culture, March 2

Mike Myers, as Elon Musk, adds an extra measure of crazy to an already bizarre moment in MAGA-era foreign policy.

The 9 People Who Check In to Every ‘White Lotus’
Culture, March 2

The exotic settings change from season to season in this HBO hit, but the characters stay the same.

The Streaming Rush to Turn Scripture Into Scripts
Culture, March 2

After the success of “The Chosen,” Amazon and Netflix are converting Bible stories into films and TV shows with “Game of Thrones”-style intrigue and romantic comedy elements.

Este es el hombre que hace la alfombra roja del Oscar
En español, March 2

Steve Olive, quien lleva más de tres décadas trabajando en el negocio de las alfombras para eventos, es el hombre en quien confía la Academia para que su icónica alfombra quede perfecta.

‘Yellowjackets’ Season 3, Episode 4 Recap: Judge, Jury and …
Culture, March 1

The girls (and Travis) put Coach Ben on trial. The stakes are very high, the legal qualifications very low.

With Netflix Show, Meghan Tries for Lifestyle Maven Status
Styles, March 1

The Duchess of Sussex has tried to channel the likes of Martha Stewart for years. Can “With Love, Meghan” get her there?

How to Watch the Oscars: Date, Time and Streaming
Culture, March 1

Conan O’Brien will host the annual awards, which will be available to watch live on a streaming service for the first time.

Oscars Audience Size Poses a Test: Is Hollywood Still Culturally Relevant?
Business, March 1

Worries about the award show’s TV viewership, a barometer of the industry’s influence, are rumbling through the movie capital.

The Best Movies and TV Shows Coming to Disney+, Amazon, Max, Apple TV+ and More in March
Culture, March 1

“Anora” and “Happy Face” arrive, and “‘Dark Winds,” “The Wheel of Time,” “The Righteous Gemstones” and more return.

The ‘S.N.L.’ Hosts Who Give 110%
Culture, March 1

A look back at the pro athletes who have tested their fortitude at 30 Rock. “Sometimes it’s a train wreck,” a producer said. Or an incredible surprise.

‘This Is Going to Be Great Television’: Trump Sums Up His Zelensky Showdown
Washington, March 1

The ratings are never far from President Trump’s mind.

What Is ‘Severance’ About?
Op Ed, February 28

Three readings of the workplace mystery.

Joseph Wambaugh, Author With a Cop’s-Eye View, Is Dead at 88
Obits, February 28

In novels like “The Glitter Dome” and nonfiction works like “The Onion Field,” he took a harsh, unglamorous look at the realities of law enforcement.

A New Home, Filled With the Same History That Inspired Her
Interactive, February 28

The movie producer Nicole Avant grew up in Beverly Hills, as her parents welcomed famous entertainers into their home. She’s making her own memories now in another part of Los Angeles.

TV Imagines a Transgender-Tolerant Society. Can It Make One a Reality?
Culture, February 28

Sitcoms have a history of ushering in social progress and building acceptance. But in a time of backlash and fragmented audiences, that may be harder.

Colbert Has Little Sympathy for Trump Voters With Buyer’s Remorse
Culture, February 28

“The Late Show” host Stephen Colbert said that Trump voters keep coming back for the same unappetizing thing they’ve been served time and again.

‘Running Point’ Is a Fun Basketball Comedy With a Deep Bench
Weekend, February 27

Inspired loosely by the life of Jeanie Buss, the Netflix series counts Mindy Kaling among its creators and Kate Hudson among its stacked cast.

‘Gossip Girl’ and ‘Buffy’ Actors Mourn Michelle Trachtenberg
Culture, February 27

Blake Lively, Sarah Michelle Gellar and other stars remembered Trachtenberg’s work ethic and friendship in social media posts.

‘Jeopardy!’ and ‘Wheel of Fortune’ to Leap to Streaming
Business, February 27

Sony Pictures Entertainment is soliciting bids for the streaming rights to the two popular game shows.

How the Creator of ‘Shtisel’ Fled His Ultra-Orthodox Life — and Returned
Magazine, February 27

Despite the strictures of his faith, Yehonatan Indursky continues to make TV.

Desi Lydic: Trump Just ‘Put a Cover Charge on America’
Culture, February 27

“It’s $5 million to get in, but he’ll waive it if you bring in three hot girls with you,” Lydic said of President Trump’s “gold card” visa idea on the “Daily Show.”

Paramount Pulls Back on D.E.I. Policies
Business, February 26

The company has a merger with Skydance pending before the Federal Communications Commission, whose chief has criticized diversity, equity and inclusion hiring programs.

Michelle Trachtenberg Made the Mean Girl Sparkle on ‘Gossip Girl’
Culture, February 26

The actress embodied an arch flair that made the fabulous antagonist Georgina Sparks a fan favorite.

Michelle Trachtenberg, actriz de ‘Gossip Girl’ y ‘Buffy, la cazavampiros’, muere a los 39 años
En español, February 26

Los agentes de policía, que respondían a una llamada al 911, la encontraron inconsciente en un departamento de Manhattan el miércoles por la mañana, dijeron las autoridades.

Michelle Trachtenberg, ‘Gossip Girl’ and ‘Buffy’ Actress, Dies at 39
Express, February 26

Police officers, responding to a 911 call, found her unresponsive in a Manhattan apartment on Wednesday morning, the authorities said.

Who Makes the Red Carpet? Steve.
Styles, February 26

Steve Olive, who has worked in the event carpet business for more than three decades, is the man the Academy trusts to get its iconic rug just right.

Karen Huger, ‘Real Housewives’ Star, Gets 2-Year Sentence for D.U.I.
Culture, February 26

Ms. Huger, a fixture on the Potomac franchise for nine years, will most likely serve one year of the prison sentence.

Jimmy Kimmel: ‘The Whole Country Is a Fyre Festival Right Now’
Culture, February 26

“I think it might be time to give the planet to the apes, because we’re finished,” Kimmel said on Tuesday.

‘A Thousand Blows’ Is a Knuckle Sandwich of a Series
Culture, February 25

From the creator of “Peaky Blinders” comes another brutal and dingy underworld drama, this one set among the boxers and criminals of 1880s London.

‘Exterior Night’ Review: Life in Perilous Times
Culture, February 25

The Italian master Marco Bellocchio turns to TV, revisiting the mysteries of the Aldo Moro affair.

Late Night Laughs at DOGE’s Work Force Demand
Culture, February 25

“It’s like the government is being run by BuzzFeed,” Jimmy Kimmel said on Monday about Elon Musk’s work-tracking request to federal employees.

Al Trautwig, 68, Mainstay in the TV Booth at Madison Square Garden, Dies
Express, February 25

He was a familiar face covering the Knicks and the Rangers and also appeared in broadcasts of 16 Olympics.

What Makes a Good Red-Carpet Host?
Styles, February 24

Lilly Singh caught some flak for what online critics called cringey interviews before the Screen Actors Guild Awards ceremony. The job may be tougher than it looks.

Jen Psaki Gets Nightly Prime-Time Show at MSNBC
Business, February 24

The change is part of a broad shake-up at the network, including the cancellation of Joy Reid’s program.

Premios SAG 2025: ‘Cónclave’ vuelve a ganar fuerza
En español, February 24

Los Premios del Sindicato de Actores dieron una victoria inesperada a Timothée Chalamet y afianzaron a favoritos como Demi Moore, Zoe Saldaña y Kieran Culkin.

The Singular Charm of Parker Posey
Magazine, February 24

For years, the "indie queen” has had trouble finding satisfying work in Hollywood’s shifting landscape. Then, along came “The White Lotus.”

‘Zero Day’ Is a Throwback Thriller With Modern Echoes
Culture, February 24

The new Netflix series is a contemporary update of a ’70s-style political drama that is even more contemporary than its creators anticipated.

SAG Awards 2025: ‘Conclave’ Comes on Strong
Culture, February 24

The thriller about choosing a new pope took home the top film prize, while Demi Moore and Timothée Chalamet won individual honors.

‘The White Lotus’ Season 3, Episode 2 Recap: Who Was That Masked Man?
Culture, February 24

There are no answers this week — or even hints — to the identity of the dead body in the season premiere, but we do see a robbery.

6 Takeaways From Alec and Hilaria Baldwin’s TLC Reality Show
Culture, February 24

The series begins just before he was scheduled to stand trial in the fatal shooting on the set of “Rust.” The reviews have been somewhat uneasy.

Lynne Marie Stewart, Miss Yvonne on ‘Pee-wee’s Playhouse,’ Dies at 78
Obits, February 24

She was the “most beautiful woman in Puppetland” in the 1980s children’s show starring Paul Reubens, and more recently had a recurring role in “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.”

SAG Awards Photos: See the Looks From the 2025 Red Carpet
Styles, February 23

Check out what film and television stars wore as they arrived for the Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday night.

Joy Reid’s MSNBC Show Canceled in Major Shake-Up
Business, February 23

Ms. Reid’s 7 p.m. program will be replaced by a panel show co-hosted by Symone Sanders Townsend, Alicia Menendez and Michael Steele.

‘Suits LA’ Is Flat and Joyless
Culture, February 23

This NBC attempt to capitalize on the surprising Netflix success of “Suits” has almost none of the charms that distinguished the original.

In Britain, a Fight Over a Film Studio Becomes a Test for the Economy
Business, February 23

The national government has intervened in a local planning squabble, which has become a symbol for how far it will go to use development as a way to revive the British economy.

‘The Pitt’ impresiona a médicos reales con su exactitud
En español, February 23

“Hay momentos en los que me siento literalmente como si estuviera viendo un turno en el trabajo”, dijo un médico de sala de urgencias sobre el drama médico de Max.

‘Running Point,’ Plus 5 Things to Watch on TV This Week
Culture, February 23

Kate Hudson stars as a basketball team executive in a new comedy on Netflix, and the Oscars air on Sunday night.

2025 Film Independent Spirit Awards: Complete Winners List
Styles, February 22

Here’s who went home a winner at the Indy Spirit Awards, held on the beach in Santa Monica, Calif., on Saturday.

5 Smart and Silly Specials to Entertain You
Culture, February 22

Stand-up shows from Josh Johnson, Rosebud Baker, Craig Ferguson and others investigate Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show, motherhood and the politics of dumplings.

‘Yellowjackets’ Season 3, Episode 3 Recap: It Wants More
Culture, February 21

The Wilderness is becoming very vocal lately. And awfully demanding, too.

‘Still Laughing, Years Later’: ‘S.N.L.’ Lines Readers Love
Arts & Leisure, February 21

Hundreds of you told us about your favorite “Saturday Night Live” catchphrases. Here are the 10 that came up the most.

After Netflix Success, ‘Suits’ Opens Another Firm
Arts & Leisure, February 21

The creator of the legal drama didn’t expect to make any more spinoffs. But after “Suits” became a rerun hit on Netflix, “Suits LA” was born.

Stephen Colbert Crowns Trump the Troll King
Culture, February 21

President Trump referring to himself as a king “is the thing presidents are not supposed to do,” Colbert said on Thursday.

In Stephen Graham’s World, Nice Guys Finish First
Culture, February 21

The British actor, who stars in the new Hulu show “A Thousand Blows,” has built a career playing intimidating bruisers. But behind the scenes, he’s a peach.

A New Look at the History of ‘S.N.L.’
Interactive, February 20

Photos, scripts, hate mail and other artifacts donated by Lorne Michaels trace the show’s path from idea to institution.

‘The Eastern Gate’ Is a Lean and Mean Spy Drama
Weekend, February 20

Office politics are global politics in this intense Polish series on Max.

The Comedian Looking for Something All of America Can Laugh At
Magazine, February 20

Roy Wood Jr. performs in small clubs from Georgia to Wyoming, finding humor in the moments that leave us humbled and confused.

Stephen Colbert Would Like to Know Who’s in Charge Here
Culture, February 20

The “Late Show” host was taken aback by the White House’s claim that Elon Musk doesn’t run DOGE: “It’s literally named after his favorite meme!”

Why Gossiping Could Help Your Love Life
Podcasts, February 19

Kelsey McKinney, author of the new book “You Didn’t Hear This From Me: (Mostly) True Notes on Gossip,” talks about the joys and problems gossiping has brought to her relationships.

Busy Doctors Can’t Get Enough of ‘The Pitt’
Culture, February 19

Max’s unusually accurate medical drama, starring Noah Wyle as a beleaguered E.R. physician, has become the talk of real-life hospital breakrooms.

The Invincible Jack Quaid
Arts & Leisure, February 19

With his movies “Companion” and “Novocaine,” the young actor is showing he can do comedy, pain and a mix of the two.

‘White Lotus’ Star Natasha Rothwell’s London
Travel, February 19

Smitten with England before she became a regular visitor, the actress, who returns as Belinda in Season 3, tells us why London is “a good city to get nerdy in.”

Stephen Colbert Laughs Off New York Mayor’s Staffing Woes
Culture, February 19

This week, Colbert said, Eric Adams’s problems “stopped being funny and started becoming hilarious.”

‘Best Interests’ Is a Deeply Empathetic British Series
Weekend, February 18

Starring Sharon Horgan and Michael Sheen, the four-part series, on Acorn TV, is a heartbreaking look at two parents in an impossible situation.

With ‘We Beat the Dream Team,’ Grant Hill Can Finally Gloat
Culture, February 18

Hill and the film’s director talked about the time a team of college basketball players beat Michael Jordan, Larry Bird and Magic Johnson — and the effort to bury it.

Hear How a ‘Smash’ Song Got a Broadway Makeover
Arts & Leisure, February 18

“Let Me Be Your Star,” which evokes an actor’s longing to shine, has come a long way from its TV days. Here’s how the song evolved on its way to the stage.

Maher Knocks Trump’s Gutting of the Federal Work Force
Culture, February 18

“America is in shock that the guy whose catchphrase was ‘You’re fired’ is firing everybody in government,” Bill Maher said of President Trump on “Real Time.”

‘SNL’ celebra 50 años con un especial repleto de estrellas
En español, February 17

El aniversario fue una buena oportunidad para ver a personajes de distintas generaciones del reparto de “Saturday Night Live” pasar el rato y bromear entre ellos.

‘S.N.L.’ Celebrates 50 Years With Star-Studded Prime-Time Special
Culture, February 17

Stage and audience alike at Studio 8H were packed with cast, alumni and other celebrities in a night that was in turns sweet and self-satirizing.

‘Suits L.A.,’ Plus 7 Things to Watch on TV This Week
Culture, February 17

A reboot of the popular law series airs on NBC. And the second season of the “Yellowstone” prequel “1923” returns to Paramount+.

‘The White Lotus’ Season 3 Premiere Recap: Thai Up
Culture, February 17

The premiere of the new season of the HBO anthology drama, set in Thailand, suggests that Mike White’s formula retains plenty of pop.

Ron Travisano, Adman Behind Singing Cats and Joe Isuzu, Dies at 86
Obits, February 16

The art director for Meow Mix and other memorable commercials, he began his career at the dawn of a creative revolution on Madison Avenue.

Journalists Share Short Sketches of ‘S.N.L.’ Memories
Summary, February 16

“Saturday Night Live” has been on the air for 50 seasons. Times Culture journalists covering the milestone wrote about their own memories of watching the show, late at night and the morning after.

How to Watch the ‘S.N.L.’ 50th Anniversary Special
Culture, February 16

The venerable sketch show is throwing itself a big star-studded party on Sunday night. Here’s everything you need to know about it.

On ‘S.N.L.’ the Jokes Aren’t Even the Half of It
Op Ed, February 15

Most of us aren’t hilarious or gorgeous or famous, and “Saturday Night Live” gives us access to all of those things.

‘The White Lotus’ llega a Tailandia. Y los turistas también
En español, February 15

En un fenómeno que se hace cada vez más recurrente, una serie exitosa trae consigo un incremento en el turismo y en los precios de los lugares que son escenario del rodaje.

Man-Child Learns to Dress Like a Man
Styles, February 15

A sartorial remaking, inspired by Ted Danson’s character on “A Man on the Inside.”

‘S.N.L.’ Weekend Update: 50 Seasons of Mocking News and Minting Stars
Culture, February 15

The news parody has launched comedy careers and courted controversy. Here, Lorne Michaels, Chevy Chase, Tina Fey, Michael Che and others recount its influential history.

Tramell Tillman of ‘Severance’ Gives Himself a Performance Review
Culture, February 15

His character, the smiling menace Mr. Milchick, has more responsibility in Season 2. He also has more of the spotlight.

‘Yellowjackets’ Season 3, Episode 2 Recap: New Friends
Culture, February 14

An unexpected visitor shows up on Adult Shauna’s doorstep, prompting Callie to get ideas. Young Shauna makes a new friend.

‘Yellowjackets’ Season 3 Premiere Recap: It’s All Fun and Games Until …
Culture, February 14

The teen Yellowjackets seem to be having fun when we first rejoin them. Taking bets now for which one gets eaten first.

Barbie Hsu, Taiwanese Actress and Star of ‘Meteor Garden,’ Dies at 48
Obits, February 14

Her role in the teen drama catapulted her to fame as a pop idol. She was also a TV host and appeared in films.

Theater to Watch at Home: ‘Uncle Vanya’ and an Alice Childress Revival
Culture, February 14

A bare-bones Chekhov, a critically acclaimed revival of “The Wedding Band” and the cult TV series “Smash” are all available for streaming.

50 Years of ‘Saturday Night Live’
Podcasts, February 14

Revisiting our favorite eras.

Kendrick Lamar’s Halftime Show Was Radically Political, if You Knew Where to Look
Op Ed, February 14

With an audience of over 120 million people, the performance broke viewership records. But at times it seemed designed to speak directly to me.

Live From New York, It’s Lorne Michaels
Arts & Leisure, February 14

The man who made “Saturday Night Live” reflects on its legacy.

When Politicians Exit Stage Right, What’s Left for Their Impersonators?
Express, February 14

Comedians who lampooned Kamala Harris and Joseph R. Biden Jr. are finding that their fortunes rise and fall based on the fates of the people they portray.

Every ‘Saturday Night,’ the Stars Smile for Her
Styles, February 14

The woman who has photographed 25 years of “S.N.L.” hosts knows how to coax playful shots out of Kim Kardashian, Helen Mirren and Donald Trump.

Late Night Braces for the Reign of R.F.K. Jr., Health Czar
Culture, February 14

“Bobby Brainworm is on the job,” Jimmy Kimmel said after President Trump’s nominee for health secretary was confirmed and sworn in.

Las 6 conclusiones sobre la lucha por la sucesión de Murdoch
En español, February 14

Estas son las principales revelaciones sobre la batalla por el control en un juicio secreto realizado en Nevada.

A Brisk and Juicy Australian Family Drama
Weekend, February 13

A nimble mini-series on Amazon crams a lot of believable texture and chemistry into a tidy package, with just six 15-minute episodes.

Six Takeaways About the Murdoch Succession Fight
Magazine, February 13

Here are the main revelations about the battle for control from a secret Nevada trial.

‘You’ve Blown a Hole in the Family’: Inside the Murdochs’ Succession Drama
Magazine, February 13

More than 3,000 pages of documents reveal how years of betrayals led to a messy court battle that threatens the future of Rupert’s empire.

Teddi Mellencamp of ‘Real Housewives’ Says She Has Brain Tumors
Express, February 13

Mellencamp, the daughter of the rock musician John Mellencamp, said on Instagram that she was receiving treatment after experiencing “severe and debilitating” headaches.

In This Trump Presidency, the Domination Will Be Televised
Culture, February 13

From the Super Bowl to a self-produced version of “Cops,” the second Trump administration is using imagery to project an air of authority and invincibility.

The Yellowjackets Are Back. Here’s Where They Left Off.
Culture, February 13

The Showtime survival drama returns on Friday for Season 3. Memory a little fuzzy? Hint: There was a bunch of cannibalism and even more ’90s rock.

For Trump and Fox News, New Policies Are Simply ‘Common Sense’
Business, February 13

President Trump and the network have used the phrase to suggest that his policies are the right ones and popular, though polling suggests otherwise.

‘Cobra Kai Never Dies’: The Creators on Saying Goodbye, for Now
Culture, February 13

After six seasons, this “Karate Kid” spinoff, on Netflix, is closing up its dojo. But as one creator put it, “we are not ready to leave this universe.”

Live From This Italian Restaurant, It’s ‘Saturday Night’!
Dining, February 13

For decades, the ‘Saturday Night Live’ creator Lorne Michaels has been wining and dining celebrity hosts and staff members on Tuesdays at the unassuming Midtown restaurant Lattanzi.

It’s Bring a Kid to Work Day on ‘The Tonight Show’
Culture, February 13

Elon Musk took his son to the Oval Office, so Jimmy Fallon saw no reason not to walk onstage with a child, too.

‘The White Lotus’ Is Coming to Thailand. So Are the Tourists.
Travel, February 12

Crowds of visitors descended on Maui and Sicily after the HBO show’s first two seasons. Is the tropical resort island of Koh Samui ready for Season 3?

A New Book Gives Lorne Michaels the Founding Father Treatment
Book Review, February 12

“Saturday Night Live” turns 50 this year, and a monumental biography of the man who created it attests to his enduring role as America’s impresario of funny.

Jimmy Kimmel Pokes Fun at Trump’s Hatred of Paper Straws
Culture, February 12

“Listen, the fact of the matter is Trump loves plastic,” Kimmel said. “Most of his wives are made of plastic.”

‘The White Lotus’ Is Back, With Wellness and Angst Included
Styles, February 11

Parker Posey, Patrick Schwarzenegger and Blackpink’s Lisa celebrated the third season of the HBO show, this time set at a luxury resort in Thailand.

‘I Have Nothing’ Is a Wacky and Moving Docu-Comedy
Culture, February 11

In this six-part Peacock series, the comedian Carolyn Taylor tries to choreograph a figure-skating routine, despite being barely able to skate.

John Oliver Interrupts Jon Stewart’s Monologue on ‘The Daily Show’
Culture, February 11

The British host of “Last Week Tonight” said he wanted to be “the first to welcome America to its monarchy era.”

Fox Acquires Company Behind Conservative and True Crime Podcasts
Business, February 10

Tucker Carlson, Nancy Grace, Megyn Kelly and Piers Morgan are among the clients of Red Seat Ventures, which now joins Rupert Murdoch’s empire.

Who’s Watching What on TV? Who’s to Say?
Business, February 10

People now watch so many programs at so many different times in so many different ways that measuring viewership has become a hot debate in the industry.

‘The White Lotus,’ Plus 9 Things to Watch on TV this Week
Culture, February 10

The HBO satire of the rich and well-traveled comes back for a third season. And “Saturday Night Live” hosts its 50th anniversary special.

Los anuncios del Super Bowl, del mejor al peor
En español, February 8

¿Las tendencias hasta ahora? Nada polémico, como cabría esperar, pero también —y quizá por razones relacionadas— muy poca creatividad.

Dark Comedy
N Y T Now, February 8

Movie audiences are cracking up during serious scenes. What’s a theatergoer to do?

For Morris Chestnut, R&B Is Therapeutic
Arts & Leisure, February 8

“It’s helpful in my work,” said the star of the new TV series “Watson,” “because it triggers thoughts, triggers memories, triggers emotions.”

The Greatest ‘Saturday Night Live’ Episode Ever*
Culture, February 8

*Well, maybe only to me. “S.N.L.” fans all have their own idea of the show’s peak, and this is mine.

During N.F.L. Games, Going to Commercial Requires Its Own Playbook
Business, February 8

TV advertising is the lifeblood of the league, but knowing when to pause the games is a task undertaken by N.F.L. executives, network producers and on-field officials.

Critics Choice Awards 2025: The Complete Winners List
Styles, February 8

“Anora” scored big in the final minutes of the ceremony, while Demi Moore and Adrien Brody collected the top acting honors at the 30th annual Critics Choice Awards.

Woman Arrested in Connection With Super Bowl Reporter’s Death
Express, February 8

Adan Manzano, a reporter for Telemundo Kansas City, was found dead in a hotel room near New Orleans. A woman he was last seen with has been charged with stealing his credit card and phone.

Critics Choice Awards Photos: All the Looks From the 2025 Red Carpet
Styles, February 7

See what the biggest stars of film and television wore to make their entrances at the Critics Choice Awards, hosted by Chelsea Handler in Santa Monica, Calif.

Hegseth Uses His First Town Hall to Attack Diversity
Washington, February 7

The defense secretary, speaking to the Pentagon work force, defended his “unconventional approaches” to an audience that included women and people of color.

‘Vinagre de manzana’ es un mordaz docudrama sobre una estafa social
En español, February 7

La serie de Netflix, protagonizada por Kaitlyn Dever, cuenta la historia de una bloguera australiana que encontró fama y dinero mintiendo sobre padecer cáncer.

The Super Bowl Ads, Ranked
Culture, February 7

Here is our critic’s survey of this year’s Super Bowl commercials, from best to worst.

Millions Will See This Super Bowl Ad. Health Experts (and Two Senators) Aren’t Pleased.
Well, February 7

The spot makes lofty claims about weight-loss drugs offered by the telehealth company Hims & Hers, but says little about risks.

Three Super Bowl Titles, Two Podcasts and One Explosive Interview
Culture, February 7

“Club Shay Shay” became a must-stop destination for Hollywood after Katt Williams aired his grievances. “This was our ‘Thriller’ album,” said the host Shannon Sharpe.

Ralph Macchio on Getting In His Final Kicks in ‘Cobra Kai’
Arts & Leisure, February 7

The star of “The Karate Kid” discussed embracing a less heroic role in the Netflix spinoff series and what keeps him coming back to the character.

Jimmy Kimmel Has Doubts About Trump’s Religious Convictions
Culture, February 7

According to Kimmel, “MAGA Teresa” only attended the National Prayer Breakfast “because he doesn’t like it when people worship anyone other than him.”

What to Know About Wendy Williams’s Guardianship
Culture, February 6

Ms. Williams, whose health has been scrutinized since she left her daytime talk show in 2021, has been under the control of a court-appointed guardian for the past three years.

What’s Next for MrBeast? Class Consciousness.
Culture, February 6

On YouTube, he’s long prompted people to do extreme tasks for money. But on his new reality show and in social media posts, MrBeast is showing a new motivation.

‘Apple Cider Vinegar’ Is a Scammer Docudrama With Bite
Weekend, February 6

The Netflix series, starring Kaitlyn Dever, tells the story of an Australian blogger who found fame and money by lying about having cancer.

Stephen Colbert Is a Little Alarmed About Trump’s Gaza Proposal
Culture, February 6

Colbert wasn’t the only host flabbergasted by President Trump’s plan to take over Gaza, move the Palestinians out and turn it into a resort destination.

The Best Movies and TV Shows Coming to Netflix in February
Culture, February 5

This month’s new arrivals include an insightful docudrama about a fraudulent wellness blogger and a rare TV role for Robert De Niro.