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Trey Parker and Matt Stone, the creators of South Park, are among the few in Hollywood actively experimenting with artificial intelligence. However, they’re focused on using AI to enhance their existing creative process, rather than letting it generate entirely new content. A recent episode of South Park showcased this approach with a remarkably realistic AI-generated deepfake of Donald Trump wandering the desert and engaging in bizarre behavior. It’s a bold and arguably perfect example of how AI can be used creatively.

All of the Star Trek movies made for the big screen follow the adventures of the starship USS Enterprise and its crew. In the first six films, Captain James T. Kirk, played by William Shatner, commanded two different versions of the Enterprise. Captain Jean-Luc Picard, portrayed by Patrick Stewart, also led two versions of the ship in his four films.

I was so excited to hear Scott say on the BAFTA TV Awards red carpet that the team is really pushing to get Season 3 to us much faster! He did mention they’re working hard to cut down the wait between seasons, which is great news considering we had to wait until 2025 for Season 2 after the first season came out in 2022. It’s reassuring to know they’re thinking about the fans and trying to get things done as quickly as possible!

You might be wondering how Doctor Donald Blake, a medical doctor, could create an android more intelligent than himself. And honestly, the answer is, we don’t know! It’s illogical, but it’s what happened.

As the second half of Euphoria‘s third season unfolds, the storylines of the main characters are finally starting to connect. Maddy and Cassie are working together on OnlyFans, and Maddy has even partnered with Alamo, which seems like a smart move for both of them. However, some plot points have been neglected. We haven’t seen any updates on Nate’s real estate project, but we know he’s still in trouble with Naz. Despite Cassie sending him $30,000 in installments, Nate is still behind on his payments. When Naz sends someone to check on him, things escalate violently – Nate’s pinky toe, which was already sewn up, is severed, and his ring finger is cut off as a grim reminder. He’s now missing two fingers, and is still far from catching up on his debt.

The new sitcom, How’s That?!, is getting a mixed reaction from viewers, judging by what Val sees online after its first episode. She’s more upset about the negative comments than she is about the show’s unsettling use of an AI version of herself, which appears to advertise NuNet – a hint of things to come. The next day on set, Val surprisingly becomes the calm voice of reason, using lyrics from Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off” to reassure the cast about any bad reviews. I personally connected with her feeling of scrolling through harsh comments, like someone saying she “can’t act,” just to find a slightly better one (“yeah, she’s old, but I’d still do her”). Ultimately, the online criticism doesn’t matter much because the show is a success for NuNet. Brandon Wollack reveals in a video call that the first two episodes were aired together, and an impressive 72% of viewers watched both. (Which is a bit strange, considering how streaming usually works!) This is enough to guarantee a second season of How’s That?!, and Brandon asks Val to join him for a celebratory press conference to announce the renewal.

Speaking about the loss of his daughter, Short emphasized that mental illness is a serious disease that can unfortunately be deadly. He explained that his daughter struggled with mental health issues, including borderline personality disorder, for a long time and fought bravely. Ultimately, she reached a point where she couldn’t continue, and her final words to him were a plea to let her find peace. She simply said, ‘Dad, let me go.’

Though it had some slow moments during its first season, the finale of Rooster was a heartwarming reminder that the show simply aims to bring joy and laughter – something we really need more of. The episode focuses on Greg trying to give Katie space as he prepares to leave Ludlow, while also making a farewell visit. It begins with Greg and Elizabeth at brunch, waiting for Katie to discuss how they unfairly helped her get her job at the college. Elizabeth remains frustratingly disruptive, constantly interrupting with rude comments and casually eating an orange slice during a serious conversation between Greg and Katie. Greg ultimately promises to stop interfering in Katie’s life, even if she makes bad choices, and Elizabeth abruptly leaves the family discussion to meet with a college trustee. Greg’s exasperated question – “You double-booked a family crisis?!” – is funny, as is Elizabeth’s dismissive reply: “Oh no, we helped our kid too much! I think we’re gonna be fine.”

The episode starts with a funny moment of Kelsey trying to talk with a mouthful of toothpaste. Then, the women gather for breakfast, where Alicia is raving about the yogurt, claiming it was so good she almost cried – a first, apparently, for yogurt praise. Meanwhile, Rosie reveals she was sick during the night, but Ashley was distracted by what she thought was ghostly giggling. Honestly, if I were a ghost, a Real Housewives trip would be my haunt of choice, so Ashley’s story feels believable. The conversation also leads to a surprisingly sweet confession from Alicia: she simply can’t pronounce the word “ghosts,” even when reminded about the plural ‘s’!

The Real Housewives of Atlanta is a long-running show that needs to be at its best right now. Everyone needs to fully participate and contribute – missing important events, like the first dinner on a cast trip, is like not showing up for work. This is especially true for those who haven’t proven they deserve special treatment. While I’m often critical of Phaedra, it’s clear from her dedicated fanbase that there’s a definite hierarchy within the show, and only three current cast members – Cynthia, Porsha, and Phaedra – are truly at the top. Tonight, they’ll show the others how to be a successful Housewife. Angela and Drew are on the next level, naturally fitting in by knowing exactly when to create drama, escalate conflicts, or simply deliver a cutting look or comment in their interviews.