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Benefits from binging? What a study says ahead of ‘Stranger Things’ finale.

Those waiting for the finale release to binge all of "Stranger Things" season five may actually gain some benefits. According to a UGA study, binge watching can be beneficial.

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15 Atlanta-produced TV shows and films expected to debut in 2026

Here are 15 Atlanta-produced TV shows and films expected to debut in 2026. Nicolas Cage, Regina Hall, Mark Wahlberg, Jessica Chastain and Jason Bateman are among the stars.

Variety Playhouse retrospective

How Variety Playhouse remains an Atlanta music staple after 35 years

For years, it was the only Atlanta venue where Adele performed. It’s also where André 3000 opened his run of flute shows and where Shaboozey played while having a No. 1 song.

Georgia Entertainment Scene
Savannah Filming

Lights. Camera. Return to action? Savannah looks to indie films for revival.

Savannah's once-bustling film industry is caught up in a national slump that is the legacy of the 2023 writers and actors strikes. City film officials have a recovery plan.

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Insider preview event to showcase films soon-to-be-screened at Atlanta Jewish Film Festival

Preview party will spotlight films screening at Atlanta Jewish Film Festival

Cinephiles can get a sneak peek at the 65 films to be shown at the Feb. 18 movie fest at this insider preview event at Schwartz-Goldstein Hall at the Temple in Atlanta.

Scooby Doo

‘Scooby-Doo’ live action series set to shoot in Atlanta

Netflix will be shooting a live-action “Scooby-Doo” TV series in Atlanta starting tentatively in April, according to a notice sent to members of a local union.

Food & Dining
Comforting and convienient, Tuscan white beans are flavored with golden brown onions, garlic, thyme and broth.
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Canned white beans deliver an easy, healthy one-skillet meal

This healthy and nutritious white bean skillet recipe could help keep those New Year’s resolutions alive.

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Spaghetti squash shines in Capolinea’s Burrata con Zucca

High quality olive oil and burrata make the recipe for Capolinea's burrata with spaghetti squash special enough for a birthday celebration.

El Tesoro

New year shakes up metro Atlanta dining scene, and more local restaurant happenings

Multiple restaurants announced expanded hours, an Ethiopian pop-up opened in a new food hall, and a local pizza brand announced it would soon be available in Costco.

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Outrage reaches Atlanta after fatal ICE shooting in Minnesota

Athena data center

Athens film studio wants to reboot as a data center

Frozen Pipes: Everything You Need to Know

How and when to protect your pipes from freezing

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Author events Dec. 12-18

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AJC HER+STORY

Turner built an empire. These women left it — and still shape Atlanta’s culture today.

Immigration Birthright Citizenship

Supreme Court wrestles with copyright case that could affect web access

Atlanta 48 Hour Film Project

Georgia lands location of prestigious Sundance television program

2025 Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Georgia has been cancelled

Six Flags Over Georgia closes this weekend, cutting Holiday in the Park

Rice-Mock home

Escaping the frenzy of city life for an elegant, antiques-filled home

Avoid Washing Your Turkey for Thanksgiving Dinner

Why you should never wash your turkey