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The EU buys too much defense equipment abroad, especially from the US, a major report says
Read full article: The EU buys too much defense equipment abroad, especially from the US, a major report saysEuropean Union countries are buying too much of their defense equipment abroad, much of it U.S.-made, and failing to invest in joint military projects, a landmark report is warning.
‘The Blue Angels,’ filmed for IMAX, puts viewers in the ‘box’ with the elite flying squad
Read full article: ‘The Blue Angels,’ filmed for IMAX, puts viewers in the ‘box’ with the elite flying squadIf you’re looking for a little bit of that “Top Gun: Maverick” spectacle and thrill at the movie theater this summer, you’re in luck.
Kemp, Abrams argue abortion, voting in Ga. governor debate
Read full article: Kemp, Abrams argue abortion, voting in Ga. governor debateRepublican Gov. Brian Kemp and Democratic challenger Stacey Abrams offered differing visions for Georgia on abortion, the economy and voting in a policy-heavy debate.
Abrams seeks to end unlimited donations to Georgia's Kemp
Read full article: Abrams seeks to end unlimited donations to Georgia's KempDemocrat Stacey Abrams is asking a federal judge to shut down fundraising by a committee controlled by incumbent Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp that can take unlimited contributions.
Judge denies Abrams bid to seek unlimited contributions
Read full article: Judge denies Abrams bid to seek unlimited contributionsA federal judge has ruled that Georgia Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams cannot immediately begin raising and spending unlimited campaign contributions under a new state law.
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TV gives viewers a split-screen comparison of Trump, Biden
Read full article: TV gives viewers a split-screen comparison of Trump, BidenPresident Donald Trump wipes his face during a break in an NBC News Town Hall, at Perez Art Museum Miami, Thursday, Oct. 15, 2020, in Miami. NBC News chief executive Cesar Conde said Thursday that NBC scheduled Trump out of fairness after Biden did a town hall at the same time last Thursday. There were apparently still hard feelings, given that Muir twice mentioned a nameless “another network” holding a Trump town hall. “Has there ever been two more different presidential candidates than Trump or Biden?” asked The Washington Post's Glenn Kessler in a tweet. At a rally in North Carolina on Thursday, Trump called NBC “the worst" and said he was being set up with the town hall.
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Stacey Abrams novel 'While Justice Sleeps' coming May 25
Read full article: Stacey Abrams novel 'While Justice Sleeps' coming May 25FILE - Former gubernatorial candidate and former state Rep. Stacey Abrams speaks to the congregation at Brown Chapel church in Selma , Ala. on March 1, 2020. Abrams, the voting rights activist and former gubernatorial candidate in Georgia, also has a career in writing novels. Her next one, the Supreme Court thriller While Justice Sleeps, come out May 25. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)

J.J. Abrams strikes wide-ranging production deal with WarnerMedia
Read full article: J.J. Abrams strikes wide-ranging production deal with WarnerMediaFrazer Harrison/Getty Images(CNN) - J.J. Abrams has closed a wide-ranging deal that would make WarnerMedia the exclusive home of his production company, Bad Robot. Abrams would produce original projects across WarnerMedia's platforms, including TV, film and streaming. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed, but reports in June valued it at roughly half a billion dollars. Abrams has produced original TV hits such as "Westworld" and "Lost" and has revived major film franchises such as "Star Wars" and "Star Trek." And Abrams' star power can help WarnerMedia attract subscribers for its upcoming streaming service, HBO Max.

'Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker' Special Look: Is Rey Going to the Dark Side?
Read full article: 'Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker' Special Look: Is Rey Going to the Dark Side?The new teaser opens with a retrospective on 40 years of Star Wars -- looking back at Luke and Leia, Yoda and Vader -- before cutting to the new footage: Lightsaber battles and planets being decimated, culminating in a final, ominous shot of a hooded Rey (Ridley) looking especially Sith-like as she unsheathes a dual-sided red lightsaber. But could Rey really be turning to the dark side? We see this battle in this character, and it was very fun to play and it will be very fun to watch." Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is in theaters on Dec. 20. RELATED CONTENT:J.J. Abrams Says Working on Final Installment of 'Skywalker' Trilogy Was 'Very Meaningful' (Exclusive)John Boyega Says Carrie Fisher's Scenes in 'The Rise of Skywalker' Are 'Respectful' to Her Legacy (Exclusive)'The Mandalorian' Trailer: First Look at Pedro Pascal in Live-Action 'Star Wars' Series
'Rise of Skywalker' D23 trailer teases Rey going to dark side
Read full article: 'Rise of Skywalker' D23 trailer teases Rey going to dark sideCNN image(CNN) - Disney has released a teaser trailer for "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker," which is the final installment of the franchise's latest trilogy. The trailer first premiered during Disney's D23 Expo, and it teases the possibility of the series' protagonist, Rey, going to the dark side. While the trailer is heavy on footage from the previous "Star Wars" films, it shows off some never-before-seen footage. One scene shows Rey fighting against Kylo Ren, the main antagonist of the film, atop a ship. J.J. Abrams is back in the director's chair, picking up where he left off after directing "Star Wars: The Force Awakens."

'Star Wars' Newbie Keri Russell Says Her Son Thinks She's Finally 'Cool'
Read full article: 'Star Wars' Newbie Keri Russell Says Her Son Thinks She's Finally 'Cool'Keri Russell is new to the Star Wars universe and that means she's finally gotten the seal of approval from her oldest son. But then I said, you know, you can't tell anybody but I'm doing a part in Star Wars and I'm really cool," Russell adorably shared. Russell, meanwhile, is about to experience the Star Wars hoopla for the first time herself. And still, maybe now more than ever, it's impossible to me that she's gone because she's so alive in the film." Star Wars: Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker hits theaters Friday, Dec. 20.

J.J. Abrams Says Carrie Fisher's Leia Is an 'Active Part' of 'Rise of
Read full article: J.J. Abrams Says Carrie Fisher's Leia Is an 'Active Part' of 'Rise ofCarrie Fisher may be gone, but she'll play an integral role in Star Wars: Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker. And still, maybe now more than ever, it's impossible to me that she's gone because she's so alive in the film." Check out the new poster for Star Wars: #TheRiseOfSkywalker that debuted at #D23Expo. Keri Russell, who worked with Abrams on Felicity, is also appearing in The Rise of Skywalker, marked a reunion for the duo. Star Wars: IX -The Rise of Skywalker arrives on Friday, Dec. 20.

J.J. Abrams on 'the Incredible Fun' of Bringing 'The Play That Goes Wrong' to
Read full article: J.J. Abrams on 'the Incredible Fun' of Bringing 'The Play That Goes Wrong' toIn 2009, filmmaker J.J. Abrams made Star Trek a bankable film franchise agian with a new installment -- the 11th overall -- starring Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto. When they asked me if I would get involved in Star Trek, my first thought was, When will I ever get a chance to do anything like this? Abrams recalls to ET ten years later. And now, at 53 years old, Abrams can add producer of the Tony Award-winning play, The Play That Goes Wrong, to his long list of credits. But its brilliantly done.Surprisingly, it was during the filming of Stars Wars: The Force Awakens that led Abrams to The Play That Goes Wrong in the first place. The cast of this thing -- they are remarkable and I just can't wait for [fans] to see it.--Additional reporting by Ashley CrossanRELATED CONTENT:'Star Wars: Episode IX:' J.J. Abrams On Meaning of 'The Rise of Skywalker' Title (Full Interview)Jennifer Garner and J.J. Abrams Reunite for New Apple SeriesHow 'Star Wars' Led J.J. Abrams to His Broadway Debut (Exclusive)