Backstage turmoil hints at restless fall TV season
EW York notes several new series face instability before debut. NBCs The Michael Richards Show underwent a full makeover with new cast members. Freakylinks lost its executive producer amid creative tensions. Cursed saw showrunners replaced and a name change. Normal Ohio shifted setting and cast, becoming a family friendly show. Buffy the Vampire Slayer survived early recasts after pilot changes.
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Blood Drive Urgency Highlighted By Thankful Mom
Dear Abby column urges readers to donate blood as shortages worsen, noting elective surgeries delayed in major cities. Highlights a donor mother’s account of her son’s bone marrow transplant and calls on every eligible person to give blood once yearly to end the shortage. Also discusses a mother’s concern over her daughter’s self cutting and advises swift professional help, emotional support, and reasonable supervision.
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