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‘Star Wars: Episode VII’ set to release Dec. 2015

Associated Press

November 9, 2013 - 8:15 am

"Star Wars" Day is May 4, probably so you can be witty and proclaim, "May the Fourth be with you." It's also an excuse for a party at the House of Blues.

NEW YORK — For the first time in the franchise’s history, a “Star Wars” film won’t be released in the summer.

Walt Disney Studios announced Thursday that “Star Wars: Episode VII” will open in theaters on Dec. 18, 2015. The original 1977 film helped set the precedent of the summer blockbuster. But this latest installation in George Lucas’ space opera will be a holiday season affair.

The project recently shuffled screenwriters, worrying much of the “Star Wars” fan universe. Screenwriter Michael Arndt exited, with director J.J. Abrams and Lawrence Kasdan taking over the script.

Walt Disney Studios chairman Alan Horn said the December date will “ensure our extraordinary team has the time needed to deliver a sensational picture.”

“Star Wars VII” is set to begin shooting in the spring at Pinewood Studios.

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FDA adds new warning to weight loss drugs including Wegovy

By Emily Brindley The Dallas Morning News

November 7, 2024 - 8:00 pm

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has added a new warning to drugs including Ozempic and Wegovy.

Elwood Edwards, voice of AOL’s ‘You’ve Got Mail,’ dead at 74

By Carly Silva AMG-Parade

November 7, 2024 - 6:33 pm

Elwood Edwards, the voice actor behind AOL’s iconic “You’ve Got Mail” recording, has died.

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Gallant has last official conversation with US defense secretary

The Associated Press

November 7, 2024 - 5:47 pm

Israel’s outgoing defense minister, Yoav Gallant, has held his last official conversation with his U.S. counterpart.

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More than 14,000 Nevada ballots need to be cured. Here’s what that means

By Jessica Hill / RJ

November 7, 2024 - 3:55 pm

Close races in Nevada could come down to ballots that need cured. Here’s what you need to know about the curing process.

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President-elect Trump names Susie Wiles as chief of staff

By Zeke Miller, Michelle L. Price and Jill Colvin Associated Press

November 7, 2024 - 3:22 pm

President-elect Donald Trump has named Susie Wiles, the manager of his victorious campaign, as his White House chief of staff, the first woman to hold the influential role.

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California governor calls special session to ‘Trump-proof’ state’s laws

By TRÂN NGUYỄN Associated Press

November 7, 2024 - 2:19 pm

California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a fierce critic of Donald Trump, on Thursday called for lawmakers to convene a special session ahead of another Trump presidency to safeguard the state’s progressive policies.

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As Lake Mead recedes, illegal roads grow. $8.6M may change that

By Alan Halaly / RJ

November 7, 2024 - 1:53 pm

The National Park Service was awarded a grant to address illegal roads in the recreation area in a five-year project.

Victoria Seaman concedes Las Vegas mayoral race to Shelley Berkley

November 7, 2024 - 7:00 pm

Las Vegas mayoral candidate Victoria Seaman officially conceded the race to her opponent, former U.S. Rep. Shelley Berkley.

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Las Vegas restaurants offering Veterans Day deals

By Johnathan L. Wright / RJ

November 7, 2024 - 8:07 am

Here are some of the Veterans Day deals being offered Monday to military veterans and active-duty personnel to thank them for their service.

Lorena Cardenas tries to convince a mother not to vaccinate her children at Southern Nevada Hea ...

What would ex-Moms for Liberty bring to CCSD board if they win election?

By Katie Futterman / RJ

November 7, 2024 - 12:00 pm

Two candidates with ties to a parental rights group — which advocates for censorship of education on cultural issues such as gender identity and race — were leading in their races.