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Netflix’s Unrated Sci-Fi Thriller Goes Absolutely Mental
By Robert Scucci
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Looking for a neo-noir sci-fi thriller hinging on a time-traveling serial killer who only appears once every nine years, causing victims to bleed out of their eyes for no real rhyme or reason? I know you are, which brings me to the good news. 2019’s In the Shadow of the Moon will take you on this exact journey, and it’s an absolute trip. Think True Detective Season 1, but instead of an elite cabal of corrupt Louisiana officials operating a human trafficking ring behind closed doors, the primary antagonist is a mysterious figure who only surfaces during specific lunar cycles to go on a killing spree.
Is it an alien? A human from the future? Or is it simply a figment of our unraveling protagonist’s imagination as he becomes so obsessed with the case that he alienates everybody he once cared about, turning into a shell of a man over the course of a decades-long investigation that nobody else seems interested in solving?
It’s Happening Again …

In the Shadow of the Moon tells a time-hopping story in a progressive linear fashion, beginning in 1988 Philadelphia and concluding in 2024. We’re introduced to rookie cop Thomas Lockhart (Boyd Holbrook), heading out for his graveyard shift with his partner Maddox (Bokeem Woodbine) while leaving his very pregnant wife Jean (Rachel Keller) at home. What starts as a routine night quickly spirals when multiple victims die under the same bizarre circumstances.
Each victim bears puncture wounds, and their brains hemorrhage catastrophically, leaking from every facial orifice exactly how you’d expect. With the help of Thomas’ brother-in-law, Detective Holt (Michael C. Hall), they track down the woman they believe is responsible (Cleopatra Coleman). Before they can get answers, she jumps in front of a train, but not before telling Thomas intimate details about his life, including the fact that Jean will die during childbirth that very night.

By 1997, Thomas is a widowed detective struggling to raise his 9-year-old daughter, Amy (Quincy Kirkwood). He’s convinced the 1988 massacre was a one-off freak occurrence until the same pattern resurfaces on the nine-year anniversary. This time, the investigation expands to include a physicist named Naveen, who insists the killings are connected through time travel. Thomas, Maddox, and a now-promoted Lieutenant Holt dismiss the theory, but the nine-year cycle continues, tightening its grip on Thomas’ life.
We next see him in 2006, worse for wear after leaving the force to work as a private investigator focused solely on this case. By 2015, he’s a husk, still chasing answers while everyone else has moved on. The pattern persists, the obsession festers, and Thomas remains the only one who refuses to let it go.
If True Detective Were A Netflix Sci-Fi Original

As much as I want to root for In the Shadow of the Moon, a couple of things pulled me out of it. While this may sound nitpicky, the 1988 and 1997 sequences lack the kind of texture that really sells those eras. I’m not saying it needs to function as a full-blown period piece, but you’d be hard-pressed to distinguish the ’80s from the present day outside of the absence of smartphones, which bothered me more than it probably should have.
Minor criticism aside, In the Shadow of the Moon earns serious points for its ambitious premise and hard-boiled neo-noir vibe. The mystery is compelling enough to keep you locked in, and Boyd Holbrook’s physical portrayal of a man slowly losing everything in pursuit of answers is the selling point. Whoever handled his makeup in the later sequences deserves serious credit, because you can practically chart his decline through the lines of age etched across his face.


In the Shadow of the Moon takes familiar mystery-thriller beats, injects them with a bold sci-fi twist, and delivers a time-spanning character study that’s messy in places but undeniably intriguing. It’s currently streaming on Netflix, ready for anybody who wants their crime dramas with a side of lunar-induced chaos.
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Musical Baseball Feud Started Between Teams On Opening Day
By Jennifer Asencio
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Baseball’s opening weekend started on March 25, 2026, with teams all over the country showing off their newest players alongside longtime fan favorites. One player, Edwin Diaz, switched teams over the winter during the offseason, transferring from the New York Mets to the Los Angeles Dodgers, and the Dodgers’ production staff wasn’t going to let the Mets forget it.
Diaz is a closing relief pitcher, meaning he would get called in toward the end of the game. Since relief pitchers come from the bullpen, which is often in the outfield, it takes a minute or two to make the hike across the field to the pitcher’s mound. Almost every player has some clip of music the stadium plays when they come out to the field or up to bat, but relief pitchers have a unique opportunity to really draw the moment out since they can play a couple of minutes of a walk-on song.

Since his time on the Seattle Mariners in 2018, Diaz’s walk-on music has been the song “Narco,” by Timmy Trumpet. Its distinctive opening bars are used by other players around the league as they come to bat, but the song’s piercing trumpet melody was highlighted by Diaz’s long walk across the field. When Diaz joined the Mets in 2019, he switched to another song, but it didn’t vibe for him, and he had a bad season.
In 2020 he switched back to “Narco,” and it became his trademark as he rose to prominence as one of the sport’s most distinguished and feared relief pitchers. SNY director John DeMarsico, in charge of the Mets broadcasts at that time, filmed numerous takes on his entrance to the field, one notable one inspired by the movie Raging Bull. Unannounced, the broadcast failed to switch to commercial when they were supposed to so they could highlight Diaz’s majestic trot onto the field.
It became such a phenomenon that in 2022, Timmy Trumpet himself offered to come play “Narco” live during Diaz’s entrance.
This spectacle was a big hit with Mets fans, but was widely ridiculed by fans of other teams, notably rivals such as the Yankees, Braves, Phillies, and Dodgers. The Mets were criticized for making a big deal out of the song, as well as pouring so much attention and cinematic artistry into the show.
After missing the 2023 season, Diaz returned to the Mets to pitch for 2024 and 2025, both seasons resulting in heartbreak with a near-miss to the World Series followed by a terrible season in which the team dropped in a freefall from first to last. Many players whose contracts were under free agency jumped ship; Diaz ran to the Los Angeles Dodgers.
He made his debut on March 28, 2026, against the Arizona Diamondbacks, and sure enough, “Narco” was his walk-on music. This is hardly remarkable in itself; players usually take their walk-on songs with them from team to team. What was remarkable was the Dodgers’ presentation.
The team made no attempt to hide their show being a pale imitation of the Mets’ show, complete with a live but inferior trumpeter. As much ridicule as the Mets faced for the spectacle they made of Diaz and his entrance music, the Dodgers used the song, and the opportunity, to rub his loss in their faces. Diaz would go on to close the game for the Dodgers, striking out two during the eighth inning; the Dodgers did not need to play the bottom of the ninth.
By mimicking DeMarsico, who was released from SNY for “creative differences,” the Dodgers did manage to show that the director’s impact is still felt on a sport whose administrators want homogeneity. Rob Manfred, the Commissioner of Baseball, stated last season that he expects to have all regional baseball broadcasts under one banner by 2028. SNY was the most obviously distinct broadcast due to DeMarsico’s creativity, but other holdouts include the Dodger, Yankee, and San Francisco Giant broadcasts, each of which are directly owned by team interests.

It also put a spotlight on DeMarsico’s absence from the Mets. The SNY broadcast is noticeably absent the tricks and techniques the former director used to enhance the game, such as the “PitchCom Robot” and split-screen shots of the pitcher and batter as they face off.
The Dodgers, unlike the Mets, have been highly praised for the show and its inclusion of a live trumpeter, seeming to forget that the man who wrote the song already performed it for Diaz when he was a Met. This is pretty typical, though. The Mets don’t usually receive favorable commentary from MLB, while the Dodgers are one of its flagship teams.
So, the season started with a mic-drop from the Dodgers that was definitely meant for Mets fans. Team rivalries are one thing, but should be settled on the field, not with the baseball equivalent of an epic rap battle. Though it would be poetic justice if the Mets responded by knocking the Dodgers and Diaz out of the postseason and finally winning a World Series while blaring “Narco” all over the stadium.
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Trump Seemingly Tells Erika Kirk To Sue Over Viral Skit
Roommates, things took an unexpected turn when Donald Trump weighed in on Druski‘s viral “conservative women” skit. Like the rest of social media, the president presumed that Erika Kirk was the inspiration behind the comedy sketch. His recommendation to Erika? Sue the comedian.
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One Instagram user @dadsdoitoo added, “I guess Central Park boys need to you sue too right? 😂😂”
This Instagram user @sarah_delangel commented, “😂😂😂😂😂 druski didn’t even use her name“
Likewise, Instagram user @bradleyandbritnee shared, “How? He never once said her name 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂”
Meanwhile, Instagram user @danielfunnyashell wrote, “people are starving and dying and he is worried about druski skits????“
Then, Instagram user @real.kaylaab said, “So can the Obamas sue you over the ape video?????????? Bc that was very very DISTURBING“
Lastly, Instagram user @withlove.shally added, “Trump! We should sue you for emotional distress! WTF?!”
Druski Can’t Catch A Break
Trump isn’t the only politician who spoke on Druski’s viral skit. On Thursday, Ted Cruz took to X with a short, sharp, and scathing reaction, calling the video “beneath contempt.” Social media immediately blew up, with fans debating whether Cruz’s critique was justified—or if he was just giving Druski free publicity. Meanwhile, the skit poking fun at conservative women’s behaviors has continued to rack up attention and laughs.
Beneath contempt. https://t.co/vwyOs7UYZL
— Ted Cruz (@tedcruz) March 26, 2026
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What Do You Think Roomies?
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Audience gasps as dog pees on “Live With Kelly & Mark” set during live broadcast
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“Please let him take a dump!” exclaimed Kelly Ripa after the pooch urinated inches from where she was sitting.
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Melissa Gilbert defends Timothy Busfield amid child sex abuse case: 'Our life as we knew it is done'
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The “Little House on the Prairie” star said that she and Busfield are “grieving” all of their “plans” and “dreams” in the wake of his January arrest.
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Trump Seemingly Tells Erika Kirk What To Do To Druski Over Clip
Roommates, things took an unexpected turn when Donald Trump and Druski ended up in the same conversation alongside Erika Kirk—and let’s just say, it had folks doing a double take. What started as a routine address quickly turned into a moment that has social media buzzing, with many trying to piece together how comedy, politics, and a viral skit all collided.
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One Instagram user @dadsdoitoo added, “I guess Central Park boys need to you sue too right? 😂😂”
This Instagram user @sarah_delangel commented, “😂😂😂😂😂 druski didn’t even use her name“
Likewise, Instagram user @bradleyandbritnee shared, “How? He never once said her name 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂”
Meanwhile, Instagram user @danielfunnyashell wrote, “people are starving and dying and he is worried about druski skits????“
Then, Instagram user @real.kaylaab said, “So can the Obamas sue you over the ape video?????????? Bc that was very very DISTURBING“
Lastly, Instagram user @withlove.shally added, “Trump! We should sue you for emotional distress! WTF?!”
Druski Can’t Catch A Break
Trump wasn’t the only politician weighing in on Druski’s viral skit. On Thursday, Ted Cruz took to X with a short, sharp, and scathing reaction, calling the video “beneath contempt.” Social media immediately blew up, with fans debating whether Cruz’s critique was justified—or if he was just giving Druski free publicity, as the skit poking fun at conservative women’s behaviors began racking up even more attention and laughs than before.
Beneath contempt. https://t.co/vwyOs7UYZL
— Ted Cruz (@tedcruz) March 26, 2026
RELATED: Oh, You Got Jokes? Ted Cruz Claps Back At Druski’s Viral “Conservative Women” Skit
What Do You Think Roomies?
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Shop 19 Viral Spring 2026 Fashion Essentials From Amazon
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Refreshing your spring wardrobe doesn’t have to mean buying something super trendy you’ll only wear for one season. Instead, opt for staple pieces you can wear again and again — think classic pieces with a more current twist and elevated feel. Lucky for Us, Amazon is stocked with viral fashion essentials just like these, and they start at only $10.
These shopper-approved picks are a mix of the best that spring fashion has to offer. This includes slim, comfortable sneakers for a sporty-chic look, lightweight pants you can wear in so many ways and romantic tops that seem like they came straight from a boutique. Start adding these to your cart now to upgrade your closet.
19 Viral Spring 2026 Fashion Essentials From Amazon
1. Our Favorite: Stretchy and comfortable with an elastic waist and wide-leg fit, these loose trousers are a staple for any season. The faux zipper and front pleating make them look more put-together, even if they feel like sweatpants. Bonus: they’re available in multiple inseam sizes.
2. Simple and Stylish: This versatile tank dress is the kind of piece you can easily dress up or down. Throw it on with a jean jacket if it’s chilly, or wear it on its own with heeled sandals for a party.
3. Lightweight Layer: Opt for a trendy update on a classic with this cropped trench coat. It still has the same timeless and chic feel, but the shorter length makes it a better fit for warm, sunny days.
4. Go-To Tote: This vegan leather tote will quickly replace your everyday bag. It’s roomy and structured without being too rigid, so it will fit pretty much everything you need. Plus, woven totes are a big trend for spring and one you’ll use long after this season.
5. Dark Denim: You can expect to see a lot of dark wash denim this season, and fortunately, it happens to lend a sleek look to any pair of jeans. These wide-leg jeans are so versatile and have just the right amount of stretch.
6. Soft Florals: This lightweight, blousy button-down is bound to be your new favorite top. Dress it up with trousers or a skirt, or keep it casual with jeans or shorts.
7. Celeb-Approved: These Adidas Sambas have the slim, low-profile fit that’s so popular right now, making them the perfect everyday pair. Bonus: stars like Hilary Duff and Taylor Swift are big fans too.
8. Office Appropriate: Don’t put your sweaters away just yet — this ribbed cardigan is just right for transitional weather. Button it up for a polished look or keep it open as an easy layering piece.
9. Expensive Looking: With a silky look and feel, this satin midi skirt reads as luxe and still comes in at a budget-friendly price point. We love how it looks just as good with sneakers as it does with heels.
10. Easy Breezy: Consider these lightweight, breezy pants a must-have for warmer weather. The cotton-and-linen blend makes them super breathable and airy, but they still look put-together enough for work.
11. Rich Mom Bag: There’s something about this slouchy leopard print bag that makes it look like it belongs in a designer store — and it costs less than $30. It’s a subtle way to play with trendy leopard print, and as a bonus, it comes with a small removable pouch to stay organized.
12. Hollywood Favorite: Stars like Aubrey Plaza, Katie Holmes and Leighton Meester have been spotted in Mary Jane flats just like these. The trend is comfy, practical and sophisticated, so it’s definitely one we can get behind.
13. Bright and Bold: Embrace warmer weather with this bright maxi dress. The colorful striped design is one that you’ll definitely wear through summer, too.
14. So Glam: This silk bandana is an unexpected, stylish pick you can use to upgrade any look. Use it as a hair accessory, loosely knot it around your neck or add it to a handbag strap for a pop of color.
15. Nautical Vibes: These canvas sneakers are a more low-key take on trending boat shoes. They have the same look but are a little more relaxed. Plus, we love how you can slip them on hands-free.
16. Sporty Chic: This cozy fleece jacket is exactly what you should be throwing on when it’s rainy and chilly outside or when you’re headed to the gym. It has a cool sporty vibe and is so comfy.
17. Lovely Lace: With eyelet lace, ruffled sleeves and a pretty floral pattern, this embroidered blouse is our favorite romantic top yet. Opt for simple white or a bright color.
18. Trending Now: Believe it or not, track pants are going to be everywhere this spring. We like this casual pair because it’s easy to throw on with your favorite sneakers and tee when you have errands to run.
19. Western Feel: This denim vest gives off a more elevated Western vibe that is just right for spring. Wear it buttoned up with a maxi skirt or your favorite trousers for a casual and cool look.
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Ryan Seacrest split his pants on live TV: 'He liked a tighter fit'
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The “American Idol” host’s former colleague recounted his numerous “wardrobe malfunctions” on set.
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HBO’s Harry Potter Series Officially Debuts Special Episode Next Week
This article covers a developing story. Continue to check back with us as we will be adding more information as it becomes available.
HBO’s new Harry Potter series still hasn’t premiered, but the rollout is already moving fast. Just days after the first teaser arrived, HBO has now announced a full behind-the-scenes special that will give fans an early look at how this new version of Hogwarts is coming together. That alone says a lot about how big a swing this show is for the studio. It also gives audiences a chance to see the craft side of the project before the series itself lands in 2027.
The special is called Finding Harry: The Craft Behind the Magic, and it will debut on Sunday, April 5 at 8:00 p.m. in the UK on HBO Max. In the U.S., it will hit HBO Max at 3:00 p.m. ET / 12:00 p.m. PT, before also airing on HBO later that evening at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT. The synopsis can be found below.
It’s been 25 years since audiences first walked the hallowed halls of Hogwarts. Now, this exclusive special offers an inside look at the epic scale and meticulous care behind HBO’s new Harry Potter series – told through the lens of the artists, craftspeople, and technicians bringing J.K. Rowling’s beloved books to life for a new generation. Featuring interviews with members of the casting, production design, costume design, and creature effects teams, the special chronicles the extensive process behind finding our new Harry, Ron, and Hermione – while celebrating the awe-inspiring commitment to detail and immense talent that has come together to fill out this extraordinary world. With appearances from key cast members including John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, and Paapa Essiedu, and narrated by Nick Frost, FINDING HARRY: THE CRAFT BEHIND THE MAGIC explores the exciting new era of one of the most enduring stories of our time.
This article covers a developing story. Continue to check back with us as we will be adding more information as it becomes available.
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“Age of Attraction ”star Pfeifer Hill explains why she skipped reunion: 'Protect your peace'
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“The Bachelor” franchise star Nick Viall hosted a podcast reunion on his “Viall Files” series.
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Did Chicago Med Kill Off Oliver Platt’s Dr. Charles Before Finale?
Chicago Med is causing concern after putting a beloved character’s future at risk — but did they officially get killed off?
During the Wednesday, April 1, episode of the hit NBC series, Dr. Charles (Oliver Platt) has a difficult day when he tries to help someone who calls into the suicide hotline. The man reveals he’s holding a gun before disconnecting. With the case sent over to emergency services, Dr. Charles can’t follow up.
He then has a fight with his daughter, is accused of a patient of letting his emotional issues affect his work, got an official complaint raised again him and considering another job after an argument with Goodwin.
Dr. Charles ultimately has blurry vision and hallucinates his childhood. The final scene shows him on the ground while gasping for while, which left his health scare and future on the show unclear. Fans noted that the trailer for next week’s episode hinted at a stroke but it wasn’t confirmed if Dr. Charles died.
One Chicago fans have gotten used to seeing their favorite characters come and go from Chicago Fire, Chicago Med and Chicago P.D. over the years. After there were some questions about the franchise’s revolving door of cast members, NBC’s president of program planning Jeff Bader explained why he wasn’t concerned.
“Cast comes in, cast goes out,” Bader told TVLine in an interview published in July 2024. “It’s interesting. Because every year there are cast changes, and every year someone asks the same question about what’s going on within the One Chicago universe. But [those shows] just keep going on.”

Bader pointed out that each of the Chicago shows have continued to find success, adding, “We’re thrilled with how the Chicagos do on Wednesday. We have no plans on changing anything on that night.”
Elsewhere in the One Chicago universe, Dermot Mulroney surprised fans by departing Chicago Fire — for now.
A March episode of the hit NBC series showed Pascal having his position revoked after he previously disobeyed a federal agent’s order to stand down while collecting evidence at a house fire. Pascal was arrested, but despite the federal charges against him being dropped, his position was still in jeopardy.
Pascal ultimately confirmed to Firehouse 51 that he was told to vacate the position effective immediately. Amid the big professional change, Pascal considered retiring from firefighting but then shared that a former colleague in Phoenix offered to connect him with a firehouse in Arizona. It remained unclear what choice Pascal would make about his future.
“He’s been on the ropes,” Chicago Fire showrunner Andrea Newman told NBC Insider. “[The arrest] puts him in a situation, it’s kind of a journey for him from the beginning, where he really wasn’t connected to 51 as closely as the chiefs obviously we’ve seen in the past, like Boden.”
Newman continued: “So he makes the ultimate sacrifice for his team, for all the teams really in this episode, and it sends him in a totally different and new direction at the end here. And he’s gonna have to figure out if he’s going to fight and claw to get back to 51, or if he’s now going to be on a new path altogether.”
Chicago Med airs on NBC Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET.
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