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Spielberg says filmmaking enthusiasm matches his 12-year-old self ahead of MoMA tribute — 1dSteven Spielberg says his passion for filmmaking remains as strong as when he made 8mm Westerns at age 12, despite decades of success and more than 35 feature films. Honored at the Museum of Modern Art’s film benefit, he said he is often drawn to stories and ideas that unexpectedly come to him.

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Derek Foss The MoMA tribute fits because most directors lose that spark by his age but he sounds like he's just getting started again.

Trump Examines Allegations Megaspeed Executive Spied for China — Oct 29, 2026U.S. officials reportedly concluded that Alice Huang, a Megaspeed executive with ties to Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, gathered intelligence for Beijing amid concerns about China’s access to advanced AI chips. President Donald Trump was briefed but took no action, according to the reports; Nvidia says Jensen Huang’s meetings with Alice Huang were routine, and the allegations against her have not been independently established.

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Meme about ex-spies making democracy videos trends on rightPolitics — Oct 31, 2026Meme Wars: trending on the Right today.

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Sam Okafor This meme is popular because it taps into real skepticism about intelligence veterans entering public advocacy.

Road reopenings reported across New York, MissouriAuto — Oct 22, 2026A critical crash closed Scott Boulevard near West Gillespie Bridge Road in Columbia, while a crash investigation temporarily shut the northbound Sprain Brook Parkway in Greenburgh; the parkway has since reopened, but officials had not announced when Scott Boulevard would reopen. Separately, new managed lanes opened on the Van Wyck Expressway, and Clark Lane at Hanover Boulevard in Columbia was expected to reopen after a two-month closure for roundabout construction.

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Amateurs with habits beat spies at predicting world events — Oct 17, 2026Volunteers with no clearance still beat classified analysts by a thirty-point edge—proof that scoreable habits beat credentials.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Steven Spielberg Declares Films Should Not Be ‘Revised’ to Fit Today’s ‘Lenses’Reporting — Apr 26, 2023Director Steven Spielberg revealed an editing “mistake” he believes he made in one of his films. During an interview with Time Magazine on Tuesday, Spielberg spoke with Edward Felsenthal, the former editor-in-chief, and…

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Jackson Koivun, 21, becomes youngest US Presidents Cup pick since Spieth — Sep 2, 2026Jackson Koivun has been named a captain’s pick by Brandt Snedeker to join Team USA for the 2026 Presidents Cup at Medinah, marking him as the youngest American selected for the event since Jordan Spieth. A former Auburn star who turned pro in June, Koivun has already claimed a PGA Tour win at the 3M Open and earned a string of top amateur honors, fueling expectations for his Presidents Cup debut.

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Maya Lindstrom Spieth comparisons are heavy for a guy who just turned pro in June. Hope the pressure doesn't get to him before the actual event.

Spielberg Heads East as California Billionaire Tax Debate Heats Up — Feb 20, 2026Steven Spielberg has traded the West Coast for Manhattan, joining a wave of ultra-wealthy figures reconsidering their ties to California as voters weigh a proposed tax on billionaires. According to the New York Post …

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Five Films From Different Eras Make All-Time Greats Lists — Oct 2, 2026Several acclaimed films are receiving renewed attention in all-time rankings: Hell in the Pacific, E.T., School of Rock, Kramer vs. Kramer and Dead Poets Society. Their distinctions range from Spielberg naming E.T. his favorite of his own films to prominent critics’ and film organizations’ rankings for the other classics.

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Chris Dalton E.T. holds up as Spielberg's best because it captures childhood wonder without any modern effects crutches.

Snap Launches $2,195 Specs AR Glasses — Sep 16, 2026Evan Spiegel demoed Snap's $2,195 Specs in LA and rejected AI making people irrelevant: computers should make us more important, not less.

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Priya Raman Spiegel makes a good point that computers should help people stand out more, not fade away.

Berlin Weapons Cache Linked to Alleged Russian NetworkWorld — Aug 25, 2026German authorities are investigating a 24-year-old Ukrainian suspect in a Berlin-area weapons cache case, with Der Spiegel and Reuters reporting he may be part of a Russian-controlled agent network targeting Europe. The case has prompted discussions about extradition and questions about the network’s breadth, as multiple outlets recount the alleged links and ongoing investigations.

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Madonna vs Lady GagaYourlist — VS BattleThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.

Trump Adviser Offers Polite Gesture For Superstar Rapper. Reporter Jumps To Salacious Conclusion. — Nov 19, 2025X Strategies CEO Alex Bruesewitz called out Daily Mail reporter Charlie Spiering on Wednesday, accusing him of taking a video out of context to claim paparazzi caught Bruesewitz and rapper Nicki Minaj holding hands…

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Legendary Music Producer Quincy Jones Dies at 91 — Nov 4, 2024Quincy Jones’ impact on popular culture is far and wide. He was a legendary music producer who worked with such greats as Michael Jackson and Frank Sinatra. He co-produced “The Color Purple” with Steven Spielberg.” And…

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Scorsese Tops Spielberg as Living Director with Most Oscar NominationsReporting — Jan 24, 2024Legendary director Martin Scorsese received his 10th Oscar nomination for Best Director on Tuesday, giving him the most Oscar nominations of a living director. According to Entertainment Weekly , he ousted Steven…

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Biden, Harris Hilariously Thrown Under the Bus in New Book: ‘Not Up for the Job’Opinion — Jan 23, 2024Now that veteran Washington journalist Charlie Spiering’s book “ Amateur Hour: Kamala Harris in the White House ” is out, we can better understand the full extent of Kamala Harris’ undesirability in any kind of…

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What hobby should you actually pick up?Quizie — QuizNot another 'try journaling.' Twelve questions and the AI prescribes the specific hobby your brain has been asking for.

American Student Stays in Israel to Run Humanitarian OrganizationReporting — Oct 26, 2023Student Ari Spielman traveled to Israel to study for his master’s degree in environmental science just days before Hamas attacked Israel; now he is the co-founder of a student-run humanitarian organization providing…

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Famous Director Has Reportedly Burned a Striking Amount of Jet Fuel Despite Warnings About Global WarmingReporting — Aug 22, 2022Famous Hollywood director Steven Spielberg’s previous warnings about global warming are coming into question after a report revealed how much jet fuel he has burned in the past two months. On Monday, Fox News reported…

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Co-Hosts of ‘The View’ Confront Whoopi Goldberg Over Holocaust CommentsReporting — Jan 31, 2022Co-hosts of “The View” appeared to become confused after Whoopi Goldberg suggested the Holocaust is “not about race.” During the show on Monday, the co-hosts discussed book censorship. They mentioned Art Spiegelman’s…

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U.S. Will Not Lift Sanctions to Negotiate With Iran: TrumpReporting — Jan 26, 2020The United States will not lift sanctions on Iran in order to negotiate, U.S. President Donald Trump tweeted late on Saturday, seemingly in response to a Der Spiegel interview with Iran’s foreign minister. “Iranian…

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Booker, Green Expected Back for Suns-Jazz FinaleSports — Oct 14, 2026The Suns brought Devin Booker and Jalen Green back for their preseason finale against Utah, moving Jamaree Bouyea to the bench while Khaman Maluach started at center with Oso Ighodaro sidelined. One report also raised concerns that coach Jordan Ott has given Bouyea too much of the offense, potentially at the expense of other guards such as Collin Gillespie.

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Kim Jong Un Keeps It In Family With 13-Year-Old Heir, Spies Say — Feb 12, 2026North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un has named his teenage daughter, Kim Ju Ae, as his successor, the BBC reported on Thursday. The National Intelligence Service (NIS), South Korea’s chief intelligence agency, said several…

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HOUSTON KEENE: FBI Director Deals Critical Hit To Deep State After Exposing Spying On Trump Allies — Mar 17, 2026The firing of 10 FBI officials who spied on FBI Director Kash Patel and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles when they were private citizens – as part of Special Counsel Jack Smith’s witch hunt against then-candidate…

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Sean Hannity Finally Address Viewer Concerns — Jun 26, 2026The 64-year-old conservative host has appeared a little different on air in recent weeks. Some viewers noticed his face looked puffier than usual, while others pointed out that his voice sounded raspier during his…

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LYNN WESTMORELAND: Trump Saved Your Venmo And Cash App From Biden’s IRS Spies — Jun 15, 2025Kids these days will never appreciate the insane math skills it took to split a dinner bill between six friends who all ordered different things and were carrying nothing but cash. Today, it’s never been easier. One guy…

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