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FOR SUBSCRIBERSAs PlayStation goes digital, some gamers are logging off
DoesItPlay?, an online game-preservation community, launched a global boycott of the brand to protest Sony’s move away from physical games. 
‘There will never be another Dolly’: Tributes to Parton pour in across generations
Entertainers and celebrities reflected on Parton’s creative talent, while fans and everyday people recounted how her philanthropic generosity touched their lives.
Former child star Raquel Lee Bolleau alleges sexual assault on Disney Channel movie set
In a lawsuit filed last week, Bolleau claims Disney ignored signs she was being sexually abused while on set of the 2001 film “The Poof Point.”
California attorney general cancels talks with Paramount, accuses company of leaks
Paramount said it has “not been the source of the leaks” on confidential talks with California, which sued to block the WBD merger.
Neutrogena addresses backlash over its past brand deal with Hayden Panettiere
Panettiere said this year that the company had severed ties with her over a “morals clause” after she spoke about her postpartum depression.
Her name is Chanty Beluga. And she’s all over your social media feed.
Whether she’s ordering takeout or introducing herself at a pool party, she’s going to make sure you know her name.
FOR SUBSCRIBERSWattpad says your steamy fan fiction is safe — but some readers aren’t celebrating yet
The platform’s updated content guidelines set off fears of a fan fiction crackdown. The company says users have it wrong.
‘Dune: Part Three’ sets off early ticket frenzy as fans crash sales sites
AMC CEO Adam Aron addressed fan frustration, saying “we thought we were ready, but we weren’t.” 
Hayden Panettiere’s ex-partner Wladimir Klitschko shares ‘profound shock’ in tribute
“She left this world far too soon,” wrote Klitschko, the Ukrainian boxer and father of their child, Kaya.
Actor Hayden Panettiere, known for roles in ‘Heroes’ and ‘Nashville,’ dies at 36
The cause and manner of death were unclear. Panettiere revealed this year that she struggled with postpartum depression and addiction.
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FOR SUBSCRIBERSThe sitcom got old. Its audience got younger.
“People recognize that audiences still want comedies,” said UTA partner and TV lit agent Mickey Berman.
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