NASA’s Viking Missions May Have Accidentally Killed Martian Life 50 Years Ago

During the 1970s, NASA dispatched two twin expeditions, Viking I and Viking II, towards Mars, the Red Planet. Each expedition included an orbiter and a lander, enabling astronomers to study Mars from two distinct angles. Viking I made its landing on the western part of Chryse Planitia on July 20, 1976, while Viking II touched down at Utopia Planitia approximately two months later, on September 3, 1976.

‘Parks and Recreation’ Star Chris Pratt Was “Breaking S**t” to Save Show

Although NBC’s political satire sitcom “Parks and Recreation” is now a beloved mainstay of modern entertainment and a popular comfort rewatch for viewers across generations, it didn’t initially find such success. In an engaging new book celebrating the golden age of Pawnee, Chris Pratt, who played Andy Dwyer, shares tales of the extreme and sometimes detrimental steps he took to keep the show from being canceled, which surprisingly mirrored his character’s actions.

Ali Larter Reveals Grace’s Future in ‘The Rookie’

The highly successful drama series by ABC, titled “The Rookie“, experienced a surge in popularity when it first aired in 2018, eventually leading to a spinoff during its extended run on the broadcast network. Fans can take comfort knowing that the original show shows no signs of slowing down. The lead character, played by renowned actor Nathan Fillion, is a household name. In Season 2, fan-favorite performer Ali Larter joined the cast, initially planned for a two-episode stint but her role eventually expanded to a significant 13-episode arc. Now, she’s making waves in another series, produced by esteemed television creator Taylor Sheridan (Yellowstone, Mayor of Kingstown)). During the press day for Landman, MovieWeb spoke with Larter and learned more about her enjoyable time on The Rookie — and whether she might reprise her role as Dr. Grace Sawyer in the future.

Wicked Review: A Dazzling Cast & Stunning Visuals, But A Few Missed Notes

Lately, the musical film “Wicked” has become a cultural phenomenon. You can find everything from pink-and-green beverages at Starbucks to magical goods from the Land of Oz in Target, and even the Lexus TX seems to have jumped on the “Wicked” bandwagon. With the widespread popularity of its stars, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, it’s no wonder that some people might be feeling overwhelmed with all things “Wicked” before the movie even hits theaters. However, despite extensive promotional efforts, the film appears to have taken creative liberties with two key details.