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How Rupert Murdoch created a media empire — and 'broke' his own family

Sherman has covered the Murdoch family for nearly two decades. In his new book, Bonfire of the Murdochs: How the Epic Fight to Control the Last Great Media Dynasty Broke a Family — and the World, he chronicles the protracted public battle for control the family business and how their news organizations have changed politics.

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A new generation revives 'The Muppet Show' and it's as delightful as ever

ABC presents a new primetime special, a revival of "The Muppet Show." It also starts streaming tomorrow on Disney+. According to our TV critic, David Bianculli, it's not the first attempt to bring Jim Henson's cuddly creatures into the ABC fold, but it's one of the best in a very long time. Here's David's review.

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