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NBC Los Angeles • 4th June 2022

‘Stranger Things' Pushes Kate Bush's Song ‘Running Up That Hill' Up on the Charts

Netflix’s "Stranger Things" is reviving a blast from the past since the show’s Season 4 premiere on May 27.

Kate Bush's hit single "Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)" first appears in the premiere episode of the series, and ends up playing a significant role in Max’s (Sadie Sink) story throughout the current season of "Stranger Things."

“Running Up That Hill” is the favorite song of Sadie Sink’s character, who listens to it frequently as she tries to process her feelings of grief over her

NBC New York • 22nd May 2022

Kate McKinnon Opens Final ‘SNL': ‘Thanks for Letting Me Stay Awhile'

Kate McKinnon signaled the end of her 10-season "Saturday Night Live" run with a final — and ultimately emotional — take on her often abducted, reoccurring Mrs. Rafferty character, in this weekend’s cold open during the show's 47th season finale.

The clip opened with Aidy Bryant and Mikey Day, as NSA agents in the Pentagon, and sustained applause — clearly directed at Bryant, who is also departing after the episode. McKinnon and Bryant are the longest-tenured cast members (following Kenan Thomp

NBC New York • 8th May 2022

‘SNL' Time Travels to Tackle Roe v. Wade in Cold Open

“Saturday Night Live” returned after a short break this week with host Benedict Cumberbatch appearing in the cold open sketch that took aim at Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito’s leaked draft opinion that would overturn Roe v. Wade.

The sketch opened with a voice-over and text scroll that made reference to Alito’s citation of a 17th century British law as a justification for curbing rights protected for a half-century by the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade decision.

In the cold open, Cumberbatch to

NBC New York • 28th April 2022

NASA's Mars Helicopter Spots Wreckage of Rover Landing Gear

The first aircraft ever to fly on another world, NASA’s Ingenuity Mars Helicopter, captured aerial photographs of the wrecked remains of some of the components that helped deliver it and its companion, the Perseverance rover, according to a NASA press release.

The helicopter observed the remains of the parachute that slowed the spacecraft’s descent onto Mars in February 2021, as well as the backshell that protected the $2.4 billion robotic mission as it sped through Mars at 12,500 miles (20,000

NBC New York • 10th April 2022

‘SNL': Kate McKinnon's RBG Returns to Celebrate Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court

Kate McKinnon's Ruth Bader Ginsburg impression, and her many "burns," came back to "Saturday Night Live" in this week's cold open, in which Ego Nwodim debuted as soon-to-be Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson.

In a major contrast to last week’s "Fox & Friends" opening, this skit was less about skewering humor and more about a celebration with Jackson in the Oval Office, awaiting the White House celebration of her historic confirmation, and meeting the ghosts of those who broke the glass

NBC New York • 3rd April 2022

How ‘SNL' Handled the Will Smith and Chris Rock Oscars Slap

"Saturday Night Live" returned after a short break with addressing the biggest news of the last week: Will Smith walking up on stage and slapping Chris Rock after he made a joke during the 94th Academy Awards.

“Thank you. Thank you very, very much. I’m not going to talk about it,” actor-comedian Jerrod Carmichael said up top, in his first opening monologue as host of "Saturday Night Live."

“I want to be clear up top: I’ve talked about it enough, kept talking about it, kept thinking about it. I

NBC New York • 13th March 2022

‘SNL': Biden Consults TikTok Stars on Russia-Ukraine War in Cold Open

In this week’s cold open during "Saturday Night Live," President Joe Biden got advice from an unexpected source on the crisis in Ukraine: TikTok creators.

James Austin Johnson was back as Biden in an Oval Office setting while Kate McKinnon returned as White House press secretary Jen Psaki. A group of representative TikTok personalities were seated in the familiar presidential setting.

Taking viewers behind closed doors via the actual Ukraine war briefing meeting held on March 10 with TikTok in

NBC New York • 6th March 2022

‘SNL' Mocks Fox News and Trump for Views on Russian Invasion in Cold Open

A week after paying tribute to Ukraine in its cold open, "Saturday Night Live" returned to its uproarious roots this week by skewering Fox News host Tucker Carlson and Laura Ingraham for taking pro-Vladimir Putin stances as Russia threatened Ukraine.

The cold open was presented as the "Fox News Ukrainian Invasion Celebration Spectacular" in Mar-a-Lago, with Carlson and Ingraham as hosts of the event.

“We got into a bit of trouble for all the nice things we said about Russia and all the mean th

NBC New York • 27th February 2022

‘SNL' Pays Tribute to Ukraine in Solemn Cold Open

"Saturday Night Live" opened its first show since taking a hiatus during the Beijing Winter Olympics with a stunning and solemn performance paying tribute to Ukraine amid the ongoing Russian invasion.

The Ukrainian Chorus Dumka of New York donned traditional embroidered outfits while they sang the rousing choral version of “Prayer for Ukraine" behind a table of candles that spelled the name of Ukraine’s capital city, Kyiv.

Kate McKinnon and Cecily Strong introduced the choir. The decades-old c

NBC New York • 23rd January 2022

‘SNL' Cold Open Takes on Novak Djokovic, the Green M&M, and Wordle

"Saturday Night Live" kicked off this week's episode with Kate McKinnon playing the Fox News host Laura Ingraham, on her show "The Ingraham Angle."

Listing off rising inflation, skyrocketing gas prices, and the flaws of the Green M&M girl, McKinnon’s Ingraham went right after the first year of Joe Biden’s “disaster” of a presidency in the cold open.

McKinnon's Ingraham played a heavily edited soundbite that makes it seem like White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki is saying, "We are not good pe

NBC New York • 16th January 2022

‘SNL': Biden Blames COVID Surge on ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home' in Cold Open

After taking a few weeks off for the holidays, “Saturday Night Live” returned to Studio 8H for the first episode of 2022.

"Saturday Night Live" kicked off its cold open by taking aim at President Joe Biden, the record breaking box office hit “Spider-Man: No Way Home” and the nation’s weariness after now two years of the coronavirus pandemic.

The sketch saw “SNL” featured player James Austin Johnson returning to the role of President Biden, who expressed his frustrations in a news conference wi

NBC Chicago • 12th December 2021

‘SNL' Cold Open Takes on Dr. Fauci, Omicron, and Cuomo Brothers

"Saturday Night Live" kicked off the show's cold open with a holiday message that tackled the rising fears about the spread of the omicron variant.

Kate McKinnon returned to "SNL" for the first time this season (McKinnon has been filming another project), and reprised her bald-capped portrayal of Dr. Anthony Fauci, the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases director who has become a fixture of the pandemic.

McKinnon's Fauci begins the briefing after applause with "Do people stil

NBC Boston • 21st November 2021

‘SNL' Cold Open Tackles Rittenhouse Verdict, Donald Trump Returns

"Saturday Night Live" kicked off its cold open with Cecily Strong returning to play the Fox News Jeanine Pirro personality, who hosts "Justice with Judge Jeanine." She defended Rittenhouse, acquitted of all charges in the killing of two men and injuring another in the Kenosha protests last year.

“That lovable scamp was put through a nightmare of a trial just for doing the bravest thing any American can do — protecting a used car lot in someone else’s town,” Pirro said.

Pirro’s first guest on t

NBC New York • 7th November 2021

‘SNL': Cold Open Tackles Aaron Rodgers and Youngkin's Win in Virginia

"Saturday Night Live" returned this weekend with Cecily Strong kicking off the cold open with a spoof of the "Judge Jeanine Pirro Justice Show." The Fox News host (Strong) began by interviewing Aaron Rodgers, played by Pete Davidson, about not getting his COVID-19 vaccine, even though he previously stated he was “immunized.”

“So what? Who the hell cares?” Strong said. “It’s your body, your choice. And please never use that quote for any other issue.”

When asked about whether or not he lied abo

NBC10 Philadelphia • 30th September 2021

It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Here's What to Watch For

According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. It is the most common cancer among American women.

In 2021 alone, an estimated of over 280,000 women have been diagnosed with breast cancer in the U.S. as well as 49,290 new cases of non-invasive breast cancer. Approximately 30% of all new women cancer diagnoses will be breast cancer.

According to the American Cancer Society, when breast cancer is detected early, and is in the localiz

NBC10 Philadelphia • 3rd August 2020

How Do You Prepare for a Hurricane in the Middle of a Pandemic?

There's never been a hurricane season like this.

The 2020 hurricane season has been in full swing since June 1. It's expected to have more storms than usual, according to NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center. Oh, and we're still in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic.

Now, with all eyes on Hurricane Isaias, the ninth tropical storm so far this season, people in its path are faced with a challenge: preparing for severe weather in this "new normal" scenario.

But because the entire emergency resp

NBC10 Philadelphia • 14th July 2020

Stinky, Rare ‘Corpse Flower' Blooming Now at Longwood Gardens

A peculiar, rancid-smelling, corpse flower, nicknamed “Sprout,” has bloomed at Longwood Gardens in Chester County. The bloom only lasts 48 hours and began Monday. The gardens have a 24-hour live stink cam rolling on their website in case you can't make it to see the rare bloom in person.

The stream page on the website reads in part: "We’re proud to say we’ve raised a stink … our Amorphophallus titanum (titan arum)—commonly known as the corpse flower—is blooming NOW."

The 6-foot-tall, maroon an

NBC10 Philadelphia • 16th June 2020

Roots Picnic Going Virtual with Host Michelle Obama

The Legendary Roots Crew is launching the 13th Annual Roots Picnic as a virtual broadcast experience on Saturday, June 27.

The event which was originally planned to take place on May 30, got pushed back until this fall, and is now rescheduled to be a virtual-only event. It will air live on YouTube.

This year's concert is in partnership with Michelle Obama's nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, When We All Vote. When We All Vote volunteers will be available sign up and text voters throughout th

NBC10 Philadelphia • 7th May 2020

Gritty Parade Spreads Flyers Cheer in Delaware County

With the help of the Rocky Run Fire Department of Media, Gritty's ride atop a truck kicked off along Granite Run Mall Road around 5:30 p.m. Gritty passed by local spots such as Penncrest Highschool, Indian Lane Elementary School, Glenwood Elementary School, and Linvilla Orchards.

Residents and families waved at Gritty, while practicing social distancing guidelines.

The Flyers called Thursday's drive-by a “much-needed quarantine surprise," saying Gritty is “following in the footsteps of cultura

NBC10 Philadelphia • 28th April 2020

Two Stranded Seals Rescued, Released by Brigantine's Marine Mammal Stranding Center

Even during a global pandemic, animals are still being rescued along the Jersey Shore. And that includes two seals who spent some time in Brigantine.

Monday, two seals from Brigantine’s Marine Mammal Stranding Center were released from Sandy Hook Park in North Jersey's Gateway National Recreation Area.

One was a 300-pound male harp seal and the other was a female grey seal pup.

The harp seal was rescued around two months ago, said MMSC Founding Director Bob Schoelkopf. He was “ready to go” th

NBC10 Philadelphia • 28th April 2020

Little Blue Penguin Born at Adventure Aquarium in Camden

The Little Blue Penguin family at Adventure Aquarium in Camden, New Jersey, grew by one this month when penguins Kirra and Spud welcomed their first hatchling.

And now, you get a chance to name it! In honor of the COVID-19 crisis, the choices are Grace, Hope, Melody and Aroha, a Māori word that roughly translates to "love" or "big love." Click here to vote for your favorite.

When she was born, Adventure Aquarium said the chick weighed about as much as a golf ball. Since then, the chick has gro

The Triangle • 22nd November 2019

'Saturday Night Live' continues a strong season with host Harry Styles

Over the course of its 45 year run time, “Saturday Night Live” has had many highs and lows. Known for poking fun at celebrities and politicians, this season of “SNL” proves to be no different. The 2020 Presidential Election is less than a year away now, which means all the political talk will just get a lot more intense as we near the caucus.

So far in Season 45, which premiered in late September, Woody Harrelson, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, David Harbor, Chance the Rapper, Kristen Stewart and Harry

The Triangle • 8th March 2019

Sitcom ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ renewed at NBC for seventh season

It was announced Feb. 27 that “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” will return for a seventh season on NBC. “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” has gone through a lot in the past year. In May 2018, it was announced by Fox that “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” would not return for a sixth season. People were outraged on social media and started multiple petitions for Fox to renew it.

“Brooklyn Nine-Nine” was first pitched to NBC back in 2012 by Michael Schur and Dan Goor (both assisted with the development of “Parks and Recreation,” anot

The Triangle • 11th January 2019

‘Spider-Verse’ is a an exhilirating, beautiful journey

“Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” was the most unexpected, brilliant way to end 2018. The film rotates around Miles Morales, an Afro-Latino teen raised in Brooklyn, New York who suddenly develops mysterious superhero powers that transform him into Spider-Man. He soon meets other characters who also are “spider-man” but in different dimensions, hence “Into the Spider-Verse.” The group of other Spider-beings find themselves outside of their own reality and pushed into Morales’. The plot revolves