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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1908, Paul Runyan, American golfer and sportscaster (died 2002) was born. In 1930, Gordon Pinsent, Canadian actor, director, and screenwriter (died 2023) was born. In 1941, Benny Parsons, American race car driver and sportscaster (died 2007) was born. In 1967, Richard Herring, English comedian and screenwriter was born. In 1980, Kristen Connolly, American actress was born. In 1988, Inbee Park, South Korean golfer was born. In 1996, Jordan Romero, American mountaineer was born. In 1998, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Canadian basketball player was born. In 2010, Harvey Pekar, American author and critic (born 1939) passed away. In 2011, Sherwood Schwartz, American screenwriter and producer (born 1916) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
‘The Hawk’ Trailer: Will Ferrell Stars as a Washed-Up Golf Pro in New Netflix Comedy Series
Netflix and the PGA have released the trailer for “The Hawk,” a new comedy series starring Will Ferrell as a has-been golf pro mounting a career comeback. The official logline for “The Hawk” reads, “Lonnie Hawkins, 2004’s No. 1 golfer, struggles on the back nine of his career to recapture his magic. His body says []
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E! Online
· Jul 10, 2026
See Will Ferrell's Sons Magnus, Mattias Troll Him in Rare Interview
Will Ferrell knows all too well: There’s always room for activities. Case in point: The Hawk star—whose new Netflix comedy series sees him star as a professional golfer in a bit of a competitive...
The Japan Times
· Jul 2, 2026
‘Human Vapor’ brings blockbuster energy to the small screen
Striking visuals and solid performances make the Netflix limited-series adaptation of a classic 1960 sci-fi movie well worth a watch.
USA TODAY
· Jul 9, 2026
Golfers appear to drive cart off cliff at Payne's Valley Golf Course. See videos.
An eyewitness recorded videos of golfers who appeared to drive a cart off a cliff at Payne's Valley Golf Course. Sign up for our newsletter for the day's top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/
Reuters
· Jul 7, 2026
Netflix sparks nostalgia with 'Little House on the Prairie' remake
For Australian actor Luke Bracey, joining Netflix's 2026 adaptation of the classic 1935 book "Little House on the Prairie" represents the return of a story that resonates across generations. The show portrays a family in the 19th-century American West that goes through ups and downs but ultimately holds on to its love for one another — a theme Bracey believes is timeless. #lukebracey #netflix #film #movie #littlehouseontheprairie
NY Post Sports
· Jun 27, 2026
Lakers’ Cameron Carr wants to show new teammates he can be ‘best defender here’
Search Cameron Carr’s highlights on YouTube from his lone season at Baylor, it’ll immediately become clear what made him such a tantalizing prospect.
Polygon
· Jul 10, 2026
Heroes is finally back on Netflix and its first season is still superhero TV at its best
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Related coverage for "‘The Hawk’ Trailer: Will Ferrell Stars as a Washed-Up Golf Pro in New Netflix Comedy Series": E! Online — See Will Ferrell's Sons Magnus, Mattias Troll Him in Rare Interview. The Japan Times — ‘Human Vapor’ brings blockbuster energy to the small screen . USA TODAY — Golfers appear to drive cart off cliff at Payne's Valley Golf Course. See videos.. Reuters — Netflix sparks nostalgia with 'Little House on the Prairie' remake. NY Post Sports — Lakers’ Cameron Carr wants to show new teammates he can be ‘best defender here’. Polygon — Heroes is finally back on Netflix and its first season is still superhero TV at its best