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Photo: NBCUniversalNBC News anchorLester Holtreceived the Edward R. Murrow Lifetime Achievement Award from Washington State University Tuesday evening, an honor given to those who demonstrate a commitment to excellence.In hisacceptance speech, the longtime journalist offered his advice to others in the field, emphasizing the value of truth-telling.“I think it’s become clearer that fairness is overrated,” he said. “Before you run with or tweet that headline, let me explain a bit. The idea that we should always give two sides equal weight and merit does not reflect the world we find ourselves in....

Neil Diamondis already in the Christmas spirit after successfully rallying countless, fun-filled individuals to join him in a virtual, holiday carol presentation. “2020 has been a tough year for everyone,” the video introduction reads. “So, we wanted to bring people together [in] the best way we knew how: Through music to inspire people to come together. We challenged fans all around the world to sing along to ‘Sweet Caroline.'” The sweet broadcast featured singers of all ages and backgrounds....

The castLove Is Blindseason 5 is returning for a special episode just two days after the finale drops on Netflix. The teaser pokes fun at themassively delayedseason 4 reunion special, showing a crew member crossing “live” off of a sign that reads “Live reunion today.” “It’s not live, but it is unmissable.” reads cheeky text graphics. Nick and Vanessa Lachey will host ‘Love Is Blind: The Reunion.'.Monty Brinton/Netflix Monty Brinton/Netflix...

Photo: Mark Wilson/The Boston Globe via Getty Images A new book about aging featuring the words of Morrie Schwartz, a Brandeis professor who died in 1995 after battling ALS, will soon be hitting the shelves. The book, set to be published Tuesday, explores the questions in what the publisher describes as a “profound, poetic, and poignant masterpiece of living and aging joyfully and creatively.” Rob, Morrie’s youngest son, helped complete the book after finding his father’s manuscript in a drawer following Morrie’s death, according toABC News....

Antonia Hylton and Mike Hixenbaugh, hosts of the new investigative podcast “Grapevine,” speak at SXSW.Photo:Steve Rogers Steve Rogers ReporterMike Hixenbaughwas hundreds of miles away from Grapevine, Texas, when he first determined that it would be central to his journalistic work. Standing in his Houston kitchen, cleaning dishes and putting his child to bed, Hixenbaugh had been listening to a Grapevine-Colleyville school board meeting via his AirPods when he heard something shocking....

Photo: Christina Horsten/picture alliance via Getty ImagesThe New York Public Library system is making a major policy change, lifting its late fee charge and waiving existing fines.The new policy, which went into effect Tuesday, clears and erases any prior fines and replacement fees for all patrons, the libraryannouncedonline. Going forward, the library will no longer collect late fines on materials that are returned past their due date, but will still charge replacement fees for lost items....

An American couple who were celebrating their honeymoon with a visit tothe New Zealand volcano that erupted on Mondayhaven’t been heard from since they last left a harrowing voicemail to their family, revealing they had been badly burned. The families of Matthew and Lauren Urey are desperately searching for the Virginia couple after their last form of communication indicated that they were hospitalized for severe injuries from the volcanic eruption,The Washington Postreports....

Photo: Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic Rich Eisen and Suzy Shuster sit in an upscale restaurant in West Hollywood, looking over the menu and chatting about the day’s events. Married for 15 years, they have the breezy camaraderie that only comes from knowing each other for decades — and they can hardly contain their excitement as they talk to PEOPLE about their latest venture: a podcast calledEyes on Sports with Suzy Shuster and Rich Eisen....

Sometimes in sports, success can lead to injury — which is exactly what NHL player Joe Pavelski learned during a game on Wednesday night. Pavelski, the San Jose Sharks captain, scored the first goal of the game against the Vegas Golden Knights. However, the 34-year-old did not come out unscathed, as he lost several of his teeth when a shot from teammate Bret Burns knocked off Pavelski’s jaw and into the goal....

Nick Cannon.Photo: Nick Cannon/Youtube Nick Cannonis sharing an intimate insecurity. The actor, 41, hosted a “Man Panel” onWednesday’s episodeof his self-titled daytime talk show,Nick Cannon, and he and four friends discussed their “insecurities in the bedroom.” AlongsideMike “The Situation” Sorrentino, Dr. Ish Major, Chris Distefano and Rip Michaels, Cannon admitted that he hides his body in the bedroom. “I’ve got to tell you, I definitely have an insecurity when it comes to being intimate,“the father of sevensaid....

Nicki Minaj, Post Malone, Metro Boomin and Future.Photo:GettyRolling Loud California 2024is shaping up to be a massive party!On Tuesday, Rolling Loud announced its lineup for the upcoming festival, taking place from March 15-17 at Hollywood Park.The 2024 festival headliners will beNicki Minaj,Post Maloneand Metro Boomin with Future.Mexican artists Fuerza Regida, Junior H, Natanael Cano and Chino Pacas will also join the lineup in light of the festival’sventure into corridos.More performers include YG and Tyga, Summer Walker, Big Sean, Flo Milli, Don Toliver, Bryson Tiller, Party Next Door and more....

Photo: Rap Snacks, Courtesy Republic Records Barbz, assemble in the snack aisle! Nicki Minajis launching her own potato chip flavor withRap Snacks— and PEOPLE has the exclusive scoop on the partnership. The Barbie-Que Honey Truffle Potato Chips are cleverly named after the nickname Minaj’s fans have given the artist (Barbie) and the term for her fanbase (Barbz). The female rapper’s truffle and barbecue-flavored snack is the brand’s newest addition....

Brooklyn Beckham (left) and Nicola Peltz; Victoria Beckham in Paris.Photo:Nicola Peltz Instagram; Giovanni Giannoni/WWD via Getty Images Nicola Peltz Instagram; Giovanni Giannoni/WWD via Getty Images “So obsessed with these @victoriabeckham pants! 💋💋😊💋,” Nicola captioned the Instagram Story snap. Brooklyn Beckham (left) and Nicola Peltz pose for a photograph.Nicola Peltz Instagram Nicola Peltz Instagram Nicola wore a black bustier top and a pair of low-rise flared black pants with a white waistband from Victoria’s label....