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‘The Rookie’: Eric Winter On Tim’s Return To Patrol, Are “Ross & Rachel-Like” Tim & Lucy Headed To The Altar & Cop Drama Being Gen Z’s ‘Grey’s Anatomy’

Multiple Developments in Entertainment and Media California Seeks to Block Nexstar-Tegna Merger, Casting Updates for "The Last of Us," and More A significant development in the media landscape as California and other states move

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In the world of entertainment, "The Last of Us" has cast two key roles from the second game, siblings Yara and Lev. Bridgerton's Michelle Mao and...

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In the world of entertainment, "The Last of Us" has cast two key roles from the second game, siblings Yara and Lev. Bridgerton's Michelle Mao and Kyriana Kratter (Star Wars: Skeleton Crew) are joining the upcoming third season of the HBO post-apocalyptic drama as series regulars playing Yara and Lev, respectively.

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The casting news for "The Last of Us" is significant as it brings to life characters from the game that are crucial to the storyline. Meanwhile, the...

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The casting news for "The Last of Us" is significant as it brings to life characters from the game that are crucial to the storyline. Meanwhile, the potential blocking of the Nexstar-Tegna merger has implications for the media landscape, with concerns over consolidation and its impact on diversity and competition.

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The merger would create a broadcasting giant with unprecedented control over local media markets." — Media Analyst

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"The merger would create a broadcasting giant with unprecedented control over local media markets." — Media Analyst

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The outcome of the emergency motion to block the Nexstar-Tegna merger will be closely watched, as will the development of "The Last of Us" season...

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The outcome of the emergency motion to block the Nexstar-Tegna merger will be closely watched, as will the development of "The Last of Us" season three. In other news, "The Rookie" fans are eagerly awaiting the next steps for the show's popular couple, Tim and Lucy, while "Project Hail Mary" features a poignant soundtrack with songs from Harry Styles to Neil Diamond.

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The Rookie: Eric Winter on Tim's return to patrol and the potential for a "Ross and Rachel-like" romance between Tim and Lucy. Mr. Nobody Against...

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The Rookie: Eric Winter on Tim's return to patrol and the potential for a "Ross and Rachel-like" romance between Tim and Lucy.
Mr. Nobody Against Putin's: A look at the documentary that pulled an upset to win the Best Documentary Oscar.
Project Hail Mary: A breakdown of the film's soundtrack, featuring songs from Harry Styles to Neil Diamond.

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‘The Rookie’: Eric Winter On Tim’s Return To Patrol, Are “Ross & Rachel-Like” Tim & Lucy Headed To The Altar & Cop Drama Being Gen Z’s ‘Grey’s Anatomy’
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‘Mr. Nobody Against Putin’s’ ‘Insane’ Oscars: Artificial Rainbows, Toilet Interviews and Speaking Truth to Trump’s Government
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‘The Last Of Us’ Adds Michelle Mao As Yara & Kyriana Kratter As Lev For Season 3 Of HBO Series
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All The Songs In ‘Project Hail Mary’: From Harry Styles To Neil Diamond

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‘The Rookie’: Eric Winter On Tim’s Return To Patrol, Are “Ross & Rachel-Like” Tim & Lucy Headed To The Altar & Cop Drama Being Gen Z’s ‘Grey’s Anatomy’

**Multiple Developments in Entertainment and Media** California Seeks to Block Nexstar-Tegna Merger, Casting Updates for "The Last of Us," and More A significant development in the media landscape as California and other states move

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Saturday, March 21, 2026 • 3 min read • 5 source references

Saturday, March 21, 2026
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Multiple Developments in Entertainment and Media

California Seeks to Block Nexstar-Tegna Merger, Casting Updates for "The Last of Us," and More

A significant development in the media landscape as California and other states move to block the Nexstar-Tegna merger, while the world of entertainment sees new casting announcements for "The Last of Us" and insights into the music of "Project Hail Mary."

California and seven other states have filed an emergency motion to stop the merger between Nexstar and Tegna, a deal that would create a broadcasting giant. The motion for a temporary restraining order was filed in Sacramento, seeking court action to halt integration and consolidation of the two companies.

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The Rookie: Eric Winter on Tim's return to patrol and the potential for a "Ross and Rachel-like" romance between Tim and Lucy.
Mr. Nobody Against Putin's: A look at the documentary that pulled an upset to win the Best Documentary Oscar.
Project Hail Mary: A breakdown of the film's soundtrack, featuring songs from Harry Styles to Neil Diamond.

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