Darth Vader actor from original Star Wars trilogy, Dave Prowse, dies at 85
Dave Prowse, the British actor who played Darth Vader in the original “Star Wars” trilogy has died at the age of 85, according to his agent.
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Ocean Springs High School preps for upcoming theatre show
Theatre students at Ocean Springs High School are working hard preparing for their first show of the year. Things might look a little different thanks to COVID-19, but these students are ready to break a leg. It’s nearly showtime for…
'Mario Kart Live’ turns your home into a racetrack
Source: NINTENDO Nintendo is marking the 35th anniversary of Super Mario Brothers with new games -- including one that turns your home into a race track! "Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit" uses the Nintendo Switch system to drive real-life go-carts…
Walmart turning parking lots into drive-in theaters
Walmart is transforming 160 of its store parking lots into drive-in theaters, starting in August. Amid the coronavirus pandemic, drive-in theaters have been making a comeback as a safer alternative to the traditional movie theaters that remain closed in much…
'Hamilton' movie premieres on Disney Plus
The film version of the hit Broadway musical 'Hamilton' premieres on Disney Plus Friday. Tickets for the Broadway production were incredibly hard to get, but fans can now enjoy the movie version from the comfort of their homes. Like the…
Hulu launches watch party feature
Hulu is testing a feature to make it easier to throw a watch party with your friends virtually. Hulu Watch Party allows eligible subscribers to watch movies and shows together and connect over long distance. It's a fun way to…
“Friends" cookbook coming in September
Listen up “Friends” fans! You can soon eat like some of your favorite characters from the iconic show. The hit 90’s sitcom is getting its own official cookbook. Its chock full of recipes based on some of the meals eaten…
Pac-Man turns 40 years old!
Pac-Man is 40 years old! The maze video game debuted in a Tokyo arcade on May 22, 1980. It was originally called "Puck-Man." But the game's American distributor feared kids would change the "p" to an "f" on the marquee.…
Netflix to start canceling inactive members
Netflix says it will start asking its inactive users if they want to keep their membership. If you they don’t want it or if they don’t respond, the company will automatically cancel their service. Netflix officials say it is an…
Keith Urban hosts drive-in concert for medical workers
By KRISTIN M. HALL NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Country star Keith Urban is used to playing massive stages full of lights, speakers and screens in front of tens of thousands of screaming fans, but his latest gig was mostly just…
50 years since The Beatles released "Let It Be"
Friday marked 50 years since The Beatles released their final studio album "Let It Be.” The album was released just one month after the band broke up. The title track went on to become one of the British group's most…
Coast musician brings live music to residents through social media
One consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic is the cancellation of live musical acts and closure of venues. While bars and restaurant dining rooms may be closed right now, one local musician is still bringing people the joys of live music…
‘Spider-Man,’ ‘Doctor Strange,’ ‘Thor’ shift release dates
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hollywood studios are shuffling more release dates as a result of the coronavirus, including sequels to “Doctor Strange,” “Spider-Man: Far From Home” and “Into the Spider-Verse.” Late Friday, both Sony Pictures and The Walt Disney Co.…
‘Parks and Recreation’ cast reunites for fundraising special
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The original cast members of “Parks and Recreation” are getting back to work for a coronavirus-related fundraising special. Amy Poehler, Rashida Jones, Aziz Ansari, Nick Offerman and Adam Scott are among the sitcom’s stars to be…
Warner Bros. sends ‘Scoob!’ straight to on-demand
By JAKE COYLE NEW YORK (AP) — The animated Scooby-Doo film “Scoob!” will bypass theaters and premiere directly on digital platforms, Warner Bros. said Tuesday, making it the latest studio to experiment with an on-demand release during the pandemic shutdown.…
Playstation offering free games to keep you home
Sony is helping people "play at home" while they are staying at home during the Coronavirus pandemic. The company announced that it is offering Playstation four games for free. Players can get "Uncharted: the Nathan Drake Collection," which includes three…
Hasbro launches website to keep families busy
A toy company wants to bring fun to families sitting out the pandemic together. Hasbro is pointing parents and caregivers to its new website bringhomethefun.com. There it says you will be able to find ideas and activities to keep kids…
J.K. Rowling launches "Harry Potter at Home" to help bored families during pandemic lockdowns
Author J.K. Rowling is launching some new content to help families cope with Coronavirus lockdowns. A new online hub, called "Harry Potter at Home," will be aimed at younger children and launched on the official Harry Potter website "wizardingworld.com." One…
Chrome offering 'Netflix viewing parties'
If you're missing movie nights with friends during social distancing, Google Chrome and Netflix have a solution. It's called "Netflix Party." The Chrome extension allows you to watch and chat with your friends from separate locations. All you have to…
Neil Peart of 'Rush' dies
A massive loss for the world of rock as iconic drummer Neil Peart has died. The percussionist, often hailed as one of the greatest drummers in rock history, died in Santa Monica, California Tuesday after a three-year battle with brain…
David Lee Roth to join Kiss in Biloxi
Rock n roll legends KISS have announced today that fellow rock icon David Lee Roth has been added as a special guest to the last legs of the END OF THE ROAD TOUR. David Lee Roth will bring his exciting…
Jackson County Fair takes place this week
The Jackson County Fair has been around for nearly a century and every year it grows bigger and better. Fair attendee Jessica Luce said, “We’re just having a great time. My little boy loves it. He would come every night,…
Biloxi family to appear on ‘Family Feud’ Tuesday
Tomorrow night you will be able to catch some Biloxi natives on national television in a head-to-head competition. It was a once in the lifetime Hollywood experience for one local family, as they had the chance to compete on ‘Family…
AMC launching on-demand streaming service
A popular movie theater chain is getting into the streaming game. AMC Entertainment is introducing a new video service called AMC Theaters on Demand. The platform launches Tuesday as an online store with more than 2,000 films available. It works…