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If Lindsay Lohan is 40, then how old does that make the rest of us?

Lindsay Lohan turns 40: Her journey from Merrick to 'Mean Girls' to motherhood

"She has embodied life experiences for generations of fans," says one Swift observer.

Why we're obsessed with Taylor Swift's wedding and other celebrity nuptials

"Taylor has always been an Easter egg queen," one fan said.

Swifties react to Taylor Swift's MSG wedding plans

It's going to be an eventful couple days at Madison Square Garden.

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Here's a look back at the movies, theater, TV and music that captivated us during that glorious year:

Remembering the pop culture of 1976: The Bicentennial year brought us 'Charlie's Angels,' 'Rocky,' 'Disco Duck,' lots more

The Commack native will perform "Common Knowledge" from July 22 to Aug. 8.

Look who's back? Rosie O'Donnell brings her show to NYC.

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According to Paramount+, the docuseries "uncovers the explosive true story of Jordan Belfort's meteoric rise, his stunning fall and those he left stranded in his wake."

'Real Wolf of Wall Street' docuseries promises shocking revelations about LI stockbroker left out of Leonardo DiCaprio movie

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You may win a trip or cash when the game comes to Patchogue Theatre on Oct. 6.

Spin cycle: 'Wheel of Fortune Live!' returning to LI

The show will be at Bethpage's Embassy Diner, which bills itself as "America's most patriotic diner."

'Fox & Friends' to air live segment from LI diner on July Fourth

The venerable CBS newsmagazine has tried to reach new audiences many times over the years.

Six '60 Minutes' spinoffs you probably don't remember: For teens, sports fans, Quibi users (come again?)

Sarah McCleskey parlayed her background in Classical languages, archaeology and politics to win an appearance on the quiz show.

Hofstra librarian/vice dean competes on 'Jeopardy!'

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NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visits L'Etoile in Oyster Bay. The French restaurant is in the building that used to be Snouder's Drug Store.

Historic LI building home to new French restaurant

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa visits Signorama in Huntington Station.

LI Works: Ken lights up the room as he makes signs

According to investigators, Alison Winter was practicing as a clinical social worker without a license between November 2018 and May 2024. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

Criminal charges against Gilgo Beach serial killer's therapist

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed visits a pick-your-own berry and flower farm in Mattituck, Patty's Berries and Bunches.

Out East: Pick-your-own berry farm celebrating 50 years

Newsday travel writer Carissa Kellman takes the High Line to Chelsea Market and Pier 57.

Exploring NYC's High Line

All of the violations, records stipulate, were corrected and each of the park's rides passed inspection during a subsequent visit. Newsday reporter Robert Brodsky has more.

Adventureland had 65 safety violations since 2023, state records show

NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano and Newsday food writer Marie Elena Martinez try oysters, pizza, and ice cream at The Sandbox in Oyster Bay.

The Sandbox brings food trucks to Oyster Bay

Vincent Puleo, who's worked in public office for nearly two decades, terminated the spa's lease following Newsday's reporting. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie talks with Newsday reporters Sandra Peddie and Bahar Ostadan about the story.

Suffolk County official owns strip mall with foot spa tied to alleged sex activity

Magdalyn Abcug, who recently graduated from Longwood High School, alleges the district failed to accommodate her disability when she was a student. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

LI student with Tourette syndrome sues district, alleges school staff mocked her, questioned her diagnosis

As we head into summer, NewsdayTV meteorologist Geoff Bansen looks back at Long Island's hurricane history and prospects for the 2026 season.

A look back at LI's hurricane history

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Police have raided nearly 240 spas in the last five years — 85 places more than once — and arrests are up more than 1200%. Newsday investigative reporter Sandra Peddie has the details.

'They are in every town'

Joseph Horner, 27, of North Massapequa, pleaded not guilty in the killing of his sister-in-law, Victoria Castle, 25, of Massapequa. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

LI teacher charged with murder

Long Beach's Dunia Sibomana-Rodriguez was the recipient of the 2026 Marcus A. Henry Award presented annually to a Long Island high school student who excels in the classroom and in athletics, and also displays great leadership.

Dunia Sibomana-Rodriguez wins Marcus A. Henry Award

'Psychotherapy is really an umbrella term'

It was an unimaginable crime that shattered the idyllic image of a suburbia. On July 4, 1956, little Peter Weinberger, only 32 days old, was snatched out of his stroller on the back patio of his family's home in Westbury and killed. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'It impacts who I am today, and I'm going to be 80'

Dangerous extreme heat with the possibility of thunderstorms are in store for Long Island and the entire NYC area beginning Wednesday, NewsdayTV's meteorologist Geoff Bansen has the forecast.

Possible record temperatures coming

'I felt very judged'

Ten people are facing charges for allegedly running illegal massage parlors in Suffolk and Queens. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa has more.

'We wanted to go up one level and get the managers'

Officials were coordinating to determine what might have caused the death of a whale found on the shore of Montauk's Ditch Plains Beach on Friday.

Dead whale found on Montauk beach

NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa sat down with Suffolk County Sheriff Errol Toulon Jr. to discuss what it was like holding the Gilgo Beach serial killer in custody, Heuermann's penchant for Jack the Ripper and what his future likely looks like in state prison.

'They have plenty of time to get him if they want to'

Here's how these Long Island content creators use TikTok to build their careers.

Meet the Long Islanders making it big on TikTok

Trotta explains how she was planning to be a teacher until Dave Portnoy called about TikTok.

She wanted to be a teacher until Barstool's Portnoy called

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Newsday TV critic Verne Gay reviews new TV shows and series from Netflix, Max, Hulu and more. Plus, what Long Island actors are working on and Long Island filming locations.

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