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Jimmy Kimmel extends contract with ABC

Tuesday, December 9 by ABC News

Jimmy Kimmel will stay on ABC through at least May 2027 after agreeing to a one-year contract extension.The comedian has hosted his late-night talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live! on ABC since 2003.Kimmel has also previously hosted the Academy Awards and Read More.

In brief: ‘The Copenhagen Test’ trailer and more

Tuesday, December 9 by ABC News

We have our first look at the upcoming new Steve Carell comedy series, Rooster. HBO has shared the first photos from the show, which will debut on HBO linear and on HBO Max in March 2026. It comes from co-showrunners... Read More.

Scoreboard roundup — 12/8/25

Tuesday, December 9 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Here are the scores from Monday's sports events:NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUELightning 0, Maple Leafs 2Kings 4, Mammoth 2Sabres 4, Flames 7Red Wings 4, Canucks 0Wild 4, Kraken 1NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATIONKings 105, Pacers 116Suns 108, Timberwolves 105Spurs 135, Pelicans 132NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUEEagles 19,... Read More.

Eric Dane to release new book on his life, ALS diagnosis

Tuesday, December 9 by ABC News

Eric Dane has written a new book based on his life and ALS diagnosis.The book, called Book of Days; A Memoir in Moments, is to be published by Penguin Random House through Maria Shriver's publishing imprint, The Open Field. It will arrive on bookshelves... Read More.

Marcello Hernández sets debut stand-up special at Netflix

Monday, December 8 by ABC News

Saturday Night Live star Marcello Hernández has set his first-ever stand-up comedy special. Marcello Hernández: American Boy will be available to stream on Netflix on Jan. 7, 2026. Written and performed by Hernández and directed by Nicholaus Goossen, the special was filmed in front... Read More.

Asylum seeker who fled Taliban is at risk of deportation back to Afghanistan: Attorney

Monday, December 8 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- An asylum seeker who fled Afghanistan last year after being persecuted by the Taliban is at risk of being deported back to his home country, according to his attorney. Attorney Elora Mukherjee told ABC News that despite having no... Read More.

Ex-court clerk in Alex Murdaugh double murder trial pleads guilty to charges stemming from case

Monday, December 8 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A former South Carolina court clerk who served during the double murder trial of Alex Murdaugh pleaded guilty on Monday to criminal charges stemming from the case -- including for releasing sealed court exhibits to the press and then lying about... Read More.

Ex-court clerk in Alex Murdaugh double murder trial pleads guilty to charges stemming from case

Monday, December 8 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A former South Carolina court clerk who served during the double murder trial of Alex Murdaugh pleaded guilty on Monday to criminal charges stemming from the case -- including for releasing sealed court exhibits to the press and then... Read More.

Leonardo DiCaprio is 2025 Time Entertainer of the Year

Monday, December 8 by ABC News

Leonardo DiCaprio has been named the 2025 Time Entertainer of the Year.The actor, who has been a screen icon for decades, was chosen not just because of the beloved films he has starred in - Titanic, The Wolf of Wall... Read More.

6-year-old girl dies after being injured at Florida trampoline adventure park: Police

Monday, December 8 by ABC News

(PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla.) -- A 6-year-old girl died after she was injured at a trampoline adventure park in Florida, police said.First responders were dispatched to an Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park in Port St. Lucie on Saturday for a "medical run" involving... Read More.

Alina Habba resigns as New Jersey U.S. Attorney after appeals court defeat

Monday, December 8 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- After a three-month battle over the legality of her appointment, Alina Habba has resigned from her position as the Acting U.S. attorney for the District of New Jersey.She announced her resignation as U.S. attorney in a social media post on Monday.... Read More.

Paramount launches hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Monday, December 8 by ABC News

Paramount said Monday it is making a bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, swooping in just days after Netflix announced a $83 billion deal to purchase a large part of the media giant.Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders would be offered $30 per share, which represents... Read More.