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[Nerdspresso] A Nerdy News Round-Up - Jan. 23, 2026
Sinners breaks records ahead of the Oscars, He-Man trailer, and the return of For All Mankind - plus new releases in comics, novels, and games!
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Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch Jan. 19-23, 2026
After the MLK Jr. Day holiday, DPS cafeterias return with a full week of free breakfasts and lunches, including comfort-food favorites, vegetarian options, and a classic pizza Friday. Here’s what students will see on trays Jan. 19–23 across Durham Public Schools.
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Bonding Over Bad Robots: Five Nights at Freddy's 2
Going into this movie, I knew that there was a haunted pizza place where the animatronics came to life. Both flicks star Josh Hutcherson, who played Peeta in those Hunger Games movies, but I know him more for a hilarious SNL sketch from 2013 where he plays a subway dancer named Lil Peanut.
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Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch Jan. 12-16, 2026
Another January week brings a full lineup of free breakfasts and lunches at Durham Public Schools, with student favorites like nachos, chicken nuggets, and pizza Friday. Here’s what’s on the cafeteria menu Jan. 12–16 across DPS campuses.
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Bask in the Stupid Awesomeness of a Rebooted Anaconda
Buoyed by a vivacious cast that’s clearly up for anything, this flick feels like what might happen if you actually went into the jungle with your buddies to make a movie.
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Movie Stars, Mini-Vans, and the Mouse House: A Nerd's Eye View of Hollywood East in the '90s
I look back on my time in the minor leagues of film and TV with great affection. Valuable lessons were learned. I now know how Amy Grant likes her salad and the best way to approach a revolving door.
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Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch Jan. 5-9, 2026
Students are back from winter break, and DPS cafeterias are ready with a full week of free breakfasts and lunches - from nachos and chicken nuggets to pizza Friday. Here’s what’s on the menu Jan. 5–9 across Durham Public Schools.
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Rob Reiner: One of the Few Good Men
Looking back over Reiner’s filmography, there’s always a relatable character, a standout performance, or a line that I still quote today.
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Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch Dec. 15-19, 2025
We head into winter break with meatball subs, chicken pot pie, and more. Here’s the full breakfast and lunch menu for Dec. 15–19 across Durham Public Schools.
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It's Just Not Christmas Without Stop-Motion Santa
These shows were as much a tradition as hanging stockings or Grandma getting run over by a reindeer. From Thanksgiving to Christmas Eve, you staked out prime real estate by your giant cabinet-style TV to absorb all the holiday magic.
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Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch Dec. 8-12, 2025
December kicks off with warm comfort foods and student favorites in DPS cafeterias - from chicken sandwiches and spaghetti to pizza Friday. Here’s the full breakfast and lunch menu for Dec. 8–12 across Durham Public Schools.
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Treacle & Tripwires: Is Home Alone a Christmas Classic?
When tradition meets counterprogramming - and a kid becomes Rambo with Legos.