Classic Rugrats Comic Strip for June 6, 2024 | Nickelodeon
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Rugrats, provided to Creators Syndicate by Nickelodeon, based off the popular animated television series has been created for children and family's to laugh and enjoy together.
Follow these comics and their take on real episodes of the show and their own spin on hilarious adventures.
Classic Rugrats Comic Strip for June 5, 2024 | Nickelodeon
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Rugrats, provided to Creators Syndicate by Nickelodeon, based off the popular animated television series has been created for children and family's to laugh and enjoy together.
Follow these comics and their take on real episodes of the show and their own spin on hilarious adventures.
Ninety Percent of Previously Awarded Queer to Stay Businesses Still Remain Open After Four Years of the Program
May 29, 2024 — The Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) civil rights organization, and SHOWTIME are launching the fifth year of “Queer to Stay: An LGBTQ+ Business Preservation Initiative.” This program is designed to support LGBTQ+ small businesses, especially those owned by and designed for LGBTQ+ people of color, women and the transgender community. Applications to participate this year open on May 29, 2024, and will run through August 31, 2024.
The Queer to Stay initiative launched in June 2020, awarding 10 LGBTQ+ small businesses across the country by addressing the financial hardships faced during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. With the fifth iteration of this program, Queer to Stay will reach $1 million in total distributed funding, awarding 100 businesses across the country over its lifetime.
“LGBTQ+ business owners empower local communities and make our movement stronger,” said Kelley Robinson, President of the Human Rights Campaign. “By creating safe spaces and providing services and products that uplift the community, these businesses help us to thrive, especially in areas that don’t feel welcoming for LGBTQ+ people. We are so excited to announce the fifth year of this program and to continue supporting LGBTQ+ small businesses, bringing about positive change nationwide.”
“Launched during a period of hardship, from the pandemic to the rise in anti-LGBTQ+ attacks, this program remains steadfast in its mission to empower and support LGBTQ+ business owners and help sustain critical safe spaces for the LGBTQ+ community,” said Puja Vohra, EVP of Consumer Marketing, Paramount+ and SHOWTIME. "We truly are inspired by the resilience of these businesses. Our commitment goes well beyond on-screen representation by also championing community impact work that allows all individuals to be their authentic selves without exception.”
Ninety percent of previous awardees still remain open for business. The following statements from some of Queer to Stay’s recipients illustrate the positive impact this support can have on LGBTQ+ business owners:
“First and foremost, without this grant, we would not have been able to pay both our rent and our monthly expenses. In addition to having those costs covered, we were able to pay our trainers for additional classes and personal-training sessions,” said Max Adler (he/him) Owner of OutBox Gym. “Our goal is to keep employing and paying members of the LGBTQ+ community who are looking to work in a safe and affirming environment. Our classes and services specifically cater to trans, non-binary and queer folks, so we consider it a win-win to be able to pay queer trainers and give our members safe classes and training.”
“We've launched Vermont Transmasc Camp and Vermont Trans Camp, two programs for trans adults that offer community building, skills workshops and time to reflect on our gender journeys,” said Murphy Robinson (he/they) Founder of Mountainsong Expeditions. “We've gotten the feedback that these programs are life changing and profoundly healing.”
“Receiving the Queer to Stay funding was invaluable for Urbody. It not only provided us with essential financial support but also reaffirmed our commitment to serving the LGBTQ+ community,” said Anna Graham (she/her) Co-founder of Urbody. “This recognition fueled our passion and enabled us to further innovate and expand our Gender-affirming underwear and activewear, ensuring that we continue to meet the needs of our community.”
“Queers supporting queers is just beautiful to witness. We celebrate our own success of providing skilled and accessible remodeling services by sharing it,” said Queers Remodel PDX (they/them). “The community response to the changes that we’ve been able to make is one of mutual support. When one of us thrives, we all thrive.”
New this year, HRC and SHOWTIME are partnering with Accion Opportunity Fund (AOF), a financial support system for small businesses on a mission to advance economic justice for all and increase lending and resources to underinvested entrepreneurs. This partnership is expected to advance economic mobility and wealth creation by connecting the extensive network of Queer to Stay grant applicants to AOF’s flexible capital and free coaching resources.
Applications to participate this year open on May 29, 2024, and will run through August 31, 2024. Check out the newly updated promotional video and submit an application at queertostay.org.
About The Human Rights Campaign
The Human Rights Campaign is America’s largest civil rights organization working to achieve equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people. HRC envisions a world where LGBTQ+ people are embraced as full members of society at home, at work and in every community.
About Paramount+
Paramount+, part of Paramount’s (Nasdaq: PARA, PARAA) global portfolio of multimedia entertainment and news brands, is a direct-to-consumer digital subscription video on-demand and live streaming service, combining live sports, breaking news and A Mountain of Entertainment™. The streaming service features an expansive library of original series, hit shows and popular movies across every genre from world-renowned brands and production studios, including BET, CBS, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures and the Smithsonian Channel. Paramount+ with SHOWTIME®, the service's cornerstone plan, is also home to SHOWTIME® content, including scripted hits and critically acclaimed nonfiction projects and films. This premium plan includes unmatched events and sports programming through the local live CBS stream, including golf, basketball and more. All Paramount+ subscribers have streaming access to CBS News Network for 24/7 news and CBS Sports HQ for sports news and analysis.
For more information about Paramount+, please visit www.paramountplus.com, and follow @ParamountPlus on social media.
About Accion Opportunity Fund
Accion Opportunity Fund is a financial support system that provides small business owners in the US with access to capital, networks, and coaching. Accion Opportunity Fund works closely with small business owners to provide fast, personalized services to support them as they grow towards sustainability with fairly priced loans, educational resources, and support networks in English and Spanish. They are a force for good, for equality, and a just economy fighting for an inclusive and accessible financial system so small business owners of all identities can thrive. For more information, please visit aofund.org/hrc.
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Season 2 of the adult animated series will make its broadcast premiere on Comedy Central in July at 10 p.m. ET/PT
Beavis and Butt-Head are set for more wild adventures. Comedy Central has renewed Mike Judge’s Beavis and Butt-Head for Season 3, which will air on the network in 2025, TheWrap has learned.
Additionally, the second season of the series — which streamed on Paramount+ — will make its broadcast premiere on Comedy Central on July 10 at 10 p.m. ET/PT. The broadcast premiere of the 2022 Paramount+ film Beavis and Butt-Head Do The Universe will take place on July 3 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.
The Beavis and Butt-Head duo, who are voiced by Judge, first appeared in his 1992 short film “Frog Baseball,” which was broadcast by MTV’s animation showcase “Liquid Television.”
After MTV commissioned a full series around the characters, Beavis and Butt-Head ran for seven seasons, from March 8, 1993 to Nov. 28, 1997. The series was revived in 2011 with an eighth season airing on MTV, and then revived again in 2022 with the Paramount+ series Mike Judge’s Beavis and Butt-Head.
The show’s popularity has spawned various related media, including the theatrical film Beavis and Butt-Head Do America in 1996.
In addition to Judge, who serves as creator, writer and director, Beavis and Butt-Head is produced by Lew Morton and Michael Rotenberg, and Chris Prynoski, Shannon Prynoski, Ben Kalina and Antonio Canobbio for Titmouse.
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Corus Entertainment has unveiled its 2024/2025 programming highlights for its Kids networks in Canada!
Corus continues to delight families with the best entertainment for kids of all ages, including exclusive content from their well-established partnerships. Corus’ Kids networks account for over 90 per cent of Kids Specialty viewing in Canada. Treehouse is the #1 overall kids specialty network with K2-5 and YTV is the #1 commercial kids specialty network with K2-11 and K6-11.*
Zokie of Planet Ruby premieres this Fall on YTV. Ruby Studebaker and her alien BFF Zokie Sparkleby film their adventures around the town of Tres Leches. Along with their con-man friend Earl the squirrel, Ruby teaches Zokie about Earth, while Zokie tries to control his unpredictable alien powers.
YTV will also be delivering the funny and spooky live action kids’ series Spooky Files this fall. Then get ready for the newly announced The Thundermans spin-off of Nickelodeon’s smash hit success. Plus, both Megamind Rules! and Season 2 of Fright Krewe return with new episodes this summer.
Treehouse, the #1 overall Kids Specialty network with K2-11 and K2-5**, also has a fun-filled summer ahead with new episodes of Rubble & Crew Season 2, Lil’Stompers and SuperBuns rolling out. Coming soon to Treehouse are two new series; Tea Town Teddy Bears featuring the Teddy Tea Team: Boba, Earl Grey and Ginger as they throw amazing tea parties for visitors and friends, and Team Mekbots: Animal Rescue, following four animal-loving kids from around the world as they use their mad tech skills to become giant Mekbots with the power of animals to save animals all over the planet.
This Fall, Treehouse welcomes the much talked about and eagerly-awaited new series, Barney’s World, co-produced by Mattel Television and Nelvana. The CG-animated series is set in the local playground, where Barney is joined by dinos Billy and Baby Bop and their three kid best friends. Throughout silly and imaginative adventures together, Barney helps kids explore big preschool emotions and shows them how to love themselves, others, and their community.
Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go! continues to delight kids with Season 28 pulling into Treehouse this year, plus a brand new one-hour holiday special, Thomas & Friends: “The Christmas Letter Express” All Engines Go!, where Percy rushes to deliver a letter so the child’s Christmas Wish comes true.
Coming later this year to Treehouse is Millie Magnificent from Nelvana, inspired by the best-selling books by Ashley Spires and Nelvana’s award-winning short film The Most Magnificent Thing. Millie Magnificent follows avid creator, problem-solver, and innovator Millie Sparks. With a load of determination and spark of imagination, Millie and her ‘creato-crew’ – best friends Ben and Maya and Millie’s adorable dog Wallace – strive to find the most magnificent solutions to their neighborhood’s challenges.
Also this fall, new episodes of Builder Brother’s Dream Factory GEAR UP and GET IT DONE on Treehouse. See more of twin brothers, Drew and Jonathan, a pair of regular kids who use their extraordinary imagination, creativity, grit and heart to help friends and solve problems by dreaming big – really big – sometimes too big! Vida The Vet™, produced by Spin Master Entertainment, also returns with new episodes, following ten-year-old Vida, an animal doctor who nurtures the charming and silly woodland creatures who live outside her home.
This year, Nickelodeon’s iconic SpongeBob SquarePants franchise is celebrating its 25th anniversary, a significant milestone in the franchise’s lifetime.
Since the show’s launch on July 17th, 1999, SpongeBob SquarePants has prevailed as the most-watched animated series for over 20 years, creating a universe of beloved characters, pop culture catchphrases and memes, theatrical releases, consumer products, a Tony award-winning Broadway musical and a global fan base of over 130 million social media followers.
The anniversary marks a significant milestone in the franchise’s lifetime, with a whirlwind of celebrations and reflections on its impact across generations. This year, Paramount will be spreading SpongeBob’s optimism and joy through its anniversary campaign which encourages the world to see life through Sponge-coloured glasses and embrace adventure.
SpongeBob SquarePants is one of the most widely distributed properties in Paramount Global history, seen in more than 180 markets, translated in 30+ languages. The character-driven cartoon chronicles the nautical and sometimes nonsensical adventures of SpongeBob, an incurable optimist and earnest sea sponge, and his undersea friends. After its debut in 1999, not only did the TV series see widespread success, but so did its ensuing consumer products programme and three theatrical releases. In 2023, we also saw the Broadway musical, The SpongeBob Musical, come to the UK and win the Best Show for Children and Young People Award at the UK Theatre Awards.
As fans celebrate the 25th anniversary, Paramount Consumer Products and Nickelodeon have seen to the launch of new and exciting consumer products from a variety of licensees. This month, The Entertainer will be unveiling two limited-edition exclusive SpongeBob SquarePants and Patrick Star Fugglers online and in select stores nationwide.
In addition, Sambro has announced that this summer it will be releasing seven product lines across key UK and EU retailers such as B&M, AS Watson, Very and Forbidden Planet. These lines will include Puzzle Palz collectable 3D erasers, Squelchums novelty toys, 8cm and 30cm collectable plush characters (including a 25-year celebration plush), Paint your Own characters and Pop Up game.
The franchise has also seen a further addition to its gaming offering, with Paramount and Gamefam launching the SpongeBob Simulator on Roblox in January, allowing Roblox’s 70 million-plus daily users to step into Bikini Bottom and interact with the franchise in a new way. As part of the celebrations, a 25th anniversary event will come to the SpongeBob Simulator from June 21st to July 18th. Here, players will be able to experience an unforgettable unlock in simulator after completing the multigame challenge, as well as exclusive UGC rewards and Bikini Bottom buddies.
CALLING ALL GOOFY GOOBERS! (ROCK!) Are ya ready for a deep dive into the world of SpongeBob SquarePants? The SpongeBob YouTube channel is THE PLACE for all fan-favorite SpongeBob moments! Subscribe now at https://www.youtube.com/SpongeBobOfficial!
How Ned’s Declassified Changed Leo Gonzalez’s Life | Ned's Declassified Podcast Survival Guide
Welcome back NedHeads! This week the gang are joined by content creator, actor, and dear friend Leo Gonzalez! Leo shares his love of growing up with Ned’s Declassified and how working with the crew has been a surreal experience. He also talks about the Latino community’s love of Lindsey Shaw, and how she made Grupo Frontera nervous. The Ned’s crew tries to get Leo to break his NDA and share which super secret movie he is currently working on.
How does Leo react to hate comments? Why did Leo give a speech at the White House? And who is running the Lindsey Shaw thirst page??
Jorgen Is Back! 馃挭 (NEW SERIES) | The Fairly OddParents: A New Wish | Nickelodeon | Nicktoons
Jorgen Von Strangle is back and stronger than ever! Watch as Jorgen reunites with Cosmo and Wanda, and meets their new godchild Hazel! This magical moment is packed with laughs, surprises, and the classic Fairly OddParents charm you love. Get ready for an epic return in the all-new series, The Fairly OddParents: A New Wish!
Schmeichel | Exclusive Announcement | SkyShowtime Original | SkyShowtime
A giant in football – Danish goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel is the most decorated goalkeeper in Premier League history and one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time.
Part of the remarkable Danish underdog team who won the Euros in 1992, he went on to become a rock for Manchester United during their most successful era under the leadership of Sir Alex Ferguson. He even had a dog named after him on British soap Coronation Street. The docu-series Schmeichel is an incredible family story about success, failure and redemption that will document the highs and lows of his astonishing 22-year career.
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SkyShowtime is an exciting new streaming service, packed with iconic entertainment the world can’t wait to watch. For the first time, incredible content from Universal Pictures, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, DreamWorks Animation, Paramount+, SHOWTIME®, Sky Studios and Peacock, will be streaming all in one place. We’re ready…are you?
The Challenge: All Stars | Run the Plank (S4, E9) | Paramount+
In the Run The Plank challenge, the All Stars run and jump from a plank onto a ball and ride the ball down into the water below in order to release a puzzle maze. The pair of All Stars who solve their puzzle maze the fastest wins
The Challenge: All Stars season 4 is now streaming on Paramount+. Start your Paramount+ free trial now and start streaming at ParamountPlus.com
More than just a comic con, GalaxyCon is your home for comic books, pop culture, sci-fi, fantasy, anime, gaming, cosplay, and wrestling!
Join us to celebrate Comic Books, Pop Culture, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Anime, Horror, Gaming, Cosplay, and more at one of our 5 Locations or with our Virtual Meet & Greets and Personalized Autograph Signings.
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The Story of Michael Burnham and Cleveland Booker - Star Trek: Discovery | StarTrek.com | Star Trek
Star Trek: Discovery's Sonequa Martin-Green and David Ajala looks back at the course of Michael Burnham and Cleveland "Book" Booker's relationship from their start, throughout the fifth and final season, and beyond.
Star Trek: Discovery Seasons 1 through 5 are currently streaming exclusively on Paramount+ in the U.S., the UK, Switzerland, South Korea, Latin America, Germany, France, Italy, Australia and Austria. Seasons two and three also are available on the Pluto TV “Star Trek” channel in Switzerland, Germany and Austria. In Canada, the series airs on Bell Media’s CTV Sci-Fi Channel. Star Trek: Discovery is distributed by Paramount Global Content Distribution.
CALLING ALL GOOFY GOOBERS! (ROCK!) Are ya ready for a deep dive into the world of SpongeBob SquarePants? The SpongeBob YouTube channel is THE PLACE for all fan-favorite SpongeBob moments! Subscribe now at https://www.youtube.com/SpongeBobOfficial!
Avatar Creator on Aang's Design Evolution + Hints at NEW Movie 馃帴 | Braving The Elements Full Episode | Avatar: The Last Airbender
Join the Gaang for a special episode of Braving The Elements, the OFFICIAL Avatar Companion Podcast! This week, hosts Dante Basco (Zuko) and Janet Varney (Korra) sit down with none other than Bryan Konietzko, the co-creator of Avatar: The Last Airbender. Dive deep into the world of character design as Bryan shares fascinating insights into the evolution of your favorite characters from sketch to screen.
Discover how the iconic styles of Aang, Katara, Zuko, and others transformed throughout the series, reflecting their growth and the changing dynamics of the story. Bryan reveals the creative process behind their designs and how they came to life, providing a rare glimpse into the art and imagination that shaped the beloved Avatar universe.
And while Team Avatar can't spill any secrets about the upcoming Avatar movies just yet, Dante and Janet tease that Bryan will be back to discuss even more once the movies are out. Don't miss this captivating episode filled with behind-the-scenes stories, artistic revelations, and hints of what's to come!
Enter the amazing world of Avatar through the official companion podcast, Avatar: Braving the Elements from Nickelodeon. Join hosts Janet Varney (the voice of “Korra”) and Dante Basco (the voice of “Prince Zuko”) each week as they re-watch every episode of Avatar: The Last Airbender then break down key themes, notable battles, and behind-the-scenes trivia you can’t get anywhere else. Special guests from cast members to producers join them to explore elements of the Avatarverse, including the origins of the story and how Avatar was brought to life.
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