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Only in Newsday'60 Minutes' fires Scott Pelley: 3 takeaways

What does this mean for the future of the venerable program?

Peabo Bryson, known for duets from Disney's 'Aladdin' and 'Beauty and the Beast,' has died at 75

BTS, Cardi B, Lainey Wilson, Muse, Snoop Dogg and others will perform at iHeartRadio Music Festival

Robin Quivers cancer-free after 14 years

Summer preview: 26 great shows to watch

Scott Pelley of '60 Minutes' accuses CBS News head Bari Weiss of 'murdering' the show, report says

Shia LaBeouf pleads guilty to simple battery for punching bargoers during Mardi Gras

Wim Wenders pulls 1975 film over nude scene with then-13-year-old Nastassja Kinski

Steven Spielberg on his faith in alien life, the future of the movies and the power of empathy

What to expect at this weekend's Billy Joel Symposium

Trump takes the lead for America's 250th birthday and World Cup celebrations

Third Eye Blind to perform at free LI World Cup watch party

'The Sixth Borough' reminds audiences of Long Island's role in hip-hop history

The year in review: Influential people who have died in 2026

TV

Is '60 Minutes' being 'murdered'? 3 takeaways.

The venerable news magazine faces a new crisis.

'60 Minutes' shake-up: 'Entrepreneurial journalist' named executive producer

Where's Stephen Colbert now? Try YouTube.

With 'Colbert' over, what's to become of the Ed Sullivan Theater?

4 takeaways from 'Late Show with Stephen Colbert's' finale

Billy Joel

Billy Joel's longtime booking agent says Piano Man is in 'great spirits,' 'making progress'

Dennis Arfa, who has worked with Joel for 50 years, will be inducted next month into the LI Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame.

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Billy Joel Channel returns to SiriusXM, marking 50th anniversary of 'Turnstiles'

Billy Joel makes rare public appearance at star-studded Carnegie Hall charity concert in his honor

Billy Joel sells estate for $28.75 million — an LI record outside Hamptons

First in NewsdayAlexa Ray Joel had a '60s vision for 'Heavy Eyes'

Billy Joel performs for the first time since brain disorder diagnosis

Celebrities

On Marilyn Monroe's 100th birthday, a look back at her memorable LI moments

The legendary screen star spent some of her most idyllic and terrible times here.

Only in NewsdayHow 'Forrest Gump' actor and one LI high school connected over teaching 9/11 history

'To make sure those students never forget'

A matter of distrust? Planned Billy Joel biopic does not have his OK

Michael Kors puts Fire Island property on market for $6.25 million

Oh, my! Meg Stalter of 'Hacks' joining 'Oh, Mary!'

Verne Gay

3 takeaways: David Letterman's final appearance on 'The Late Show'

The CBS late-night franchise, which Letterman started in 1993, ends on Thursday.

LI has its own 'Dutton Ranch' scene

After 33 years, it's time to bid 'Late Show' good night

Theater

Halston's fashion legacy, life on LI's East End debuts on stage

Explore Halston's impact on fashion and his life on Long Island, from Andy Warhol's Montauk estate to the vibrant Fire Island Pines community.

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Julia Louis-Dreyfus to make Broadway debut

Summer preview: Curtain up for 'Young Frankenstein,' 13 more must-see shows on LI

Movies

Movie Review: 'Masters of the Universe' does not have the power

Nicholas Galitzine plays the '80s action hero He-Man in "Masters of the Universe."

Feeling a little bleak about the world? There's a film festival for that

Lawyers for Lively and Baldoni battle in a New York court despite settling claims weeks ago

How do you make vampires fly effortlessly on Broadway? Strong wires, harnesses and lots of practice

YouTuber box office boom: 'Backrooms' and 'Obsession' draw Gen Z to theaters

Music

Remembering 4 bands that defined the 1960s' 'Long Island Sound'

The Hassles, Vagrants, Rich Kids and Illusion crafted a unique regional sound that still resonates today.

Only in Newsday1st Music Con coming to LI village

Snoop Dogg, Fetty Wap to play Montauk concert series

2026 Jones Beach summer concert schedule: UPDATED

Only in NewsdayLI village hosting 4 summer concerts, plus 1st Oktoberfest

Michael DelGuidice's Smithtown music venue officially opens with two-day celebration

Radio

WWRL 'Urban Preacher' Bob Law dies at 86

The pioneering Black radio newscaster was an activist who campaigned for civil rights.

Who's on 'Jeopardy!'? This familiar LI radio personality.

Is an LI morning radio battle about to begin?

Bill O'Reilly reveals undisclosed 'malady,' will pause activities

More Entertainment

R&B singer Peabo Bryson, 75, suffers stroke

Randy Travis sets Westbury Music Fair show, although he won't perform on stage

For LI wrestling fans, show in Queens is the main event

Beachy keen: 12 great reads for the summer

Summer music preview: 51 great concerts to see

Rod Stewart, Pitbull and more must-see 2026 concerts

Broadway's 'Death Becomes Her' closing

LI native's movie becomes breakout film at Cannes Festival

Summer treat: LI theaters showing $1 movies

Did you know LI had so many connections to 'Shrek'?

Albany TV reporter joins Lottery announcing team

You think you know TV? Take our new by-the-decades quiz

RAFER GUZMÁN

Montauk lighthouse concert will star Brandi Carlile

The popular singer will perform a benefit show there on July 23.

Remember these movies from the summer of '86? One classic returns this week to LI theaters

A video of Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt fighting has nearly 2M views on X. But it never happened.

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