Nightly Newsy: Brad Pitt’s Abuse Allegations, Cold Case Files + More

You’ve got a few minutes while dinner is being prepared, so sit down and catch up on what happened today!

1. Brad Pitt is accused of being abusive with at least one of his children: Following the news that Angelina Jolie has filed for divorce, TMZ has reported that Angelina also accused Brad of verbally and physically abusing their children. The Los Angeles Police Department says it’s not investigating, but since the alleged abuse took place in a private jet on an international flight, the FBI has been alerted.

2. A six-year cold case goes warm when this woman’s former identity is discovered: When Lori Erica Ruff committed suicide in 2010, evidence appeared that seemed to show she hadn’t always been the person her family knew. Thanks to a crowdsourced investigation involving a Social Security Administration investigator and a forensic genealogist, it’s been revealed that Lori was born Kimberly McLean, and the family she ran away from at 18 now finally knows what happened to her.

3. This six-year-old’s message to President Obama should remind us all of what’s at the heart of the Syrian refugee crisis: Namely, people. Young Alex wrote Obama a letter asking if his family could adopt Omran Daqneesh, the child photographed while covered in soot and blood in Aleppo, Syria. His message is all the more powerful for how simple it is: if people need help, we should be there to offer it.

4. The White House is calling on K-12 schools to improve how they treat student sexual assault: Campus sexual assault is a huge issue, and rightly so. But students at elementary and high schools are even more vulnerable, due to their age. That’s why the White House is releasing tools to help schools deal with those traumas, and encouraging their use.

5. The bees are in trouble: With news that the rusty patched bumble bee may soon be listed as endangered, nearly one quarter of all bumble bee species are at “risk of extinction.” That’s a huge problem because bees play a huge role in the pollination of both flowers and agricultural crops. Their estimated value with relation to farms is $3.5 billion per year.

What news have you been glued to lately? Let us know on Twitter at @BritandCo!

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As far as I'm concerned, 2024 was Daisy Edgar-Jones' year. The Normal People actress captured our hearts with her role as Kate in Twisters (as well as her viral Hot Ones interview with Glen Powell and "Apple" TikTok dance). But while Kate led a pretty adventurous life, her risk threshold is nothing compared to Daisy's newest character, Muriel, in On Swift Horses.

Living in post-Korean War California, Muriel's life with her husband Lee is disrupted when Lee's brother Julius arrives in all his addictive, charming glory. The film, based on Shannon Pufahl's 2019 book of the same name, made its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 7. Here's everything you need to know.

What is On Swift Horses about?

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On Swift Horses Plot

Muriel begins a new life with her husband Lee when he returns to California from the Korean War. But the life they're building together — and their future — changes forever when Lee's brother Julius, a headstrong gambler, arrives. Julius is attractive, charismatic, and hiding plenty of secrets.

According to the official synopsis, "when Julius takes off in search of the young card cheat he’s fallen for, Muriel’s longing for something more propels her into a secret life of her own, gambling on racehorses and exploring a love she never dreamed possible."

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The story explores LGBTQ+ identity and desire in the 1950s, but does so with a hopeful tone rather than a devastating one. “The first scenes that we filmed were the scenes we had together, so we got all of that done with—when we were apart, we had put the groundwork in,” Daisy tells Vanity Fair of working with Jacob, who adds, "I believe Taylor Swift calls it an invisible string.”

"I loved the connection between gambling and risk-taking, and pushing the boundaries of her desire and what she’s looking for,” Daisy adds. “Muriel’s rebellion throughout the film is quite quiet, in the small ways in which she takes back her power by concealing things. A lot of what’s happening is behind closed doors.”

Who's in the cast of On Swift Horses?

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On Swift Horses Cast

On Swift Horses stars Daisy Edgar-Jones, Jacob Elordi, Will Poulter, Sasha Calle, and Diego Calva.

"It's not hard to make chemistry with Jacob because he's just so charismatic," Daisy said during a Q&A, via People, adding that the script "felt almost like reading poetry and so much of what happens is in the subtext."

"This movie is just about love,” Calle added. “It’s important to just feel that — whoever that might be, where that takes you. It’s important to feel that and to feel safe in it.”

Has On Swift Horses been released?

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On Swift Horses Release Date

On Swift Horses premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 7, and is currently looking for a distributor. Check back here for news on its release date!

Watch The Teaser Trailer For 'On Swift Horses'

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As charming as Julius appears in the teaser trailer, his brother Lee tells Muriel they live differently than he does. "He's just not like us," he says before a scene cuts to Muriel exploring her own "passions." Based on this, On Swift Horses appears to blur the lines of love, lust, secrets, and recognizing one's identity.

Read up on Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh's We Live In Time, which also premiered at TIFF last year!

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10 Things I Hate About You and The Office fans listen up: you can watch a brand new project from Kate Hudson and Mindy Kalingon Netflix, and the best news is we're getting a season 2! Just like the best female-led TV shows, Running Point is empowering, hilarious, and just a lot of fun. Keep reading for everything you need to know about the new TV show.

Here's everything you need to know about Running Point on Netflix!

Will there be a season 2 of Running Point?

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Yes, we're getting a Running Point season 2! The show's been in Netflix's Top 10 for two weeks (and is currently sitting in Netflix's #1 spot thanks to its 12 million views).

And the renewal doesn't come as a surprise, considering how much fans love it. "finished running point last night," one X user tweeted. "Netflix keep it up… nobody wants this was a 10/10 and now running point 10/10 and they both getting a s2. yea Netflix keep this up and yall will keep getting my money."

What is Running Point about?

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This new TV show follows Isla Gordon (played by Kate Hudson), who becomes President of the Los Angeles Waves basketball team after a scandal means her brother has to retire. In the male-dominated world of sports, Isla will have to prove to everyone around her — her brothers, the board, and the fans — that she can balance work AND play.

Is Running Point on Netflix?

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Yes, the first season of Running Point (which consists of 10 episodes) premiered on Netflix on February 27, 2025.

Who's in the Running Point cast?

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The Running Point cast includes:

  • Kate Hudson as Isla Gordon, the Los Angeles Waves' new President.
  • Drew Tarver as Sandy Gordon, Isla's younger half-brother and the Waves' CFO
  • Scott MacArthur as Ness Gordon, Isla's big brother who serves as the Waves' general manager.
  • Brenda Song as Ali Lee, Isla's BFF and chief of staff for the Los Angeles Waves.
  • Fabrizio Guido as Jackie Moreno, the Gordons' recently-discovered younger half-brother.
  • Chet Hanks as Travis Bugg, the Waves' point guard.
  • Toby Sandeman as Marcus Winfield, the star Waves player.

What are the Running Point episodes?

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There are 10 episodes of Running Point so far, and they're all available to stream on Netflix now. The full episode list includes:

  1. Pilot
  2. Joe Pesci
  3. The Travis Bugg Affair
  4. Doljanchi
  5. Beshert
  6. The Yips
  7. A Special Place in Hell
  8. The Streak
  9. The Playoffs
  10. Game Seven

I am so excited to see another show written by Mindy Kaling, especially one that stars Brenda Song and Kate Hudson! Let us know what you're currently binge watching on Facebook.

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After only two episodes of Only Murders in the Building season 4, Hulu renewed the series for season 5! I'm so excited that the show breaks a recent pattern of cancelling shows after the third or fourth season, giving us more time with our favorite characters, and I'm not the only one.

"Here we go again… my favorite set family. I’m coming home!" Selena Gomez says in an Instagram post, while the official Only Murders account made their own post, saying, "We had our lawyers call business affairs. Turned the 4 into a 5. #OnlyMurdersInTheBuilding is coming back for Season 5!!"

Here's everything you need to know about Only Murders in the Building season 5, coming to Hulu soon.

What is Only Murders in the Building season 5 about?

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Only Murders in the Building Season 5 Plot

We finally got our first details about Only Murders season 5 — and we're going in a direction I totally didn't expect. When Sofia visits Mabel and Charles in the season 4 ending, and asks them to find her missing husband, she's disappointed when they turn her down. And since Téa Leoni just joined the season 5 cast, it looks like she's not taking no for an answer.

“I think she’s the great tease at the end of the finale and a little bit of an intriguing bump forward,” co-creator John Hoffman says in an interview with Deadline. “She’s an extension of the little news report in Episode 9 that Mabel makes note of at the hospital. [Sofia] is the wife of the Dry Cleaning King of Brooklyn, and maybe a couple of dry cleaning outlets in Manhattan, as well, we may come to know...It’s a world opened up potentially that we haven’t talked about too much yet in New York, so she holds a lot of intrigue.”

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New York's underground is a wild space that we haven't really seen on Only Murders yet so I know we're in for one very interesting season — because if this show is going to go there, they're going to go there.

Executive producer Dan Fogelman told The Wrapwe can look forward to “another big fun mystery the writers have been cooking up," while Hoffman has gone on the record saying the new episodes will “hit on some very current things going on within New York, specifically very relevant things that are happening in the city right now.”

When is Only Murders in the Building season 5 coming out?

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Only Murders in the Building Season 5 Release Date

According to The Wrap, Only Murders is looking to begin production on season 5 in March of 2025. Considering we've had a new season over the last four years (with season 1 in 2021, season 2 in 2022, season 3 in 2023, and season 4 in 2024), we're expecting to see season 5 in 2025. Stay tuned for the official Only Murders in the Building season 5 release date.

Who's in Only Murders in the Building season 5?

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Only Murders in the Building Season 5 Cast

The cast of Only Murders in the Building includes Selena Gomez, Martin Short, and Steve Martin. Téa Leoni will also return as Sofia Caccimelio, whose husband Nicky has gone missing.

According to Dan Fogelman, “we can expect more big guest stars that’ll probably be announced sooner rather than later,” he tells The Wrap.

Season 3 featured Ashley Park, Paul Rudd, Meryl Streep, and Jesse Williams, while season 4 stars Streep, Eugene Levy, Eva Longoria, Kumail Nanjiani, Desmin Borges, Siena Werber, Lilian Rebelo, and Molly Shannon.

"I am so grateful that I have been surrounded by human beings that make me better, challenge me, remind me day after day that every moment is a gift," Selena Gomez says about working with Martin and Short. "That’s my pure joy. I thank god for the era I’m in. It’s been the best yet."

Will there be an Only Murders in the Building season 5?

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Yes, Only Murders in the Building has been renewed for season 5! On September 4, Variety confirmed the next installment will have 10 episodes, just like the seasons before it. The latest season premiered on Hulu August 27, and will last until October 29 (just in time to try out an Only Murders Halloween costume!)

Just like the season 3 ending set up season 4, we'll have to wait for the October finale to figure out what kind of mayhem Mabel, Oliver, and Charles will get into next season. "We hope you like it!" Selena Gomez says in the Only Murders in the Building account's announcement, while Martin Short adds, "How exciting is that?"

"We're so exciting to be coming back," Steve Martin says. We're excited too!!

Check back here for the latest Only Murders in the Building season 5 news and check out the other new TV shows coming in 2025.

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TV is a wild place right now. We've got "horrifying" Severance season 2 theories, Netflix extended Nicole Kidman's once-limited The Perfect Couple into an anthology series, and Simone Ashley teased our favorite characters are reuniting for Bridgerton season 4.

And we're in for even more news and crazy viral moments because these April TV shows are some of the best yet. And don't worry if you haven't finished all those March shows yet; they're not going anywhere ;).

Here are the best 12 TV shows you can stream in April 2025.

Pulse — Stream on Netflix April 3, 2025

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3rd year resident Danny Simms gets thrown into leadership when Chief Resident Xander Phillips is suspended, and a hurricane sends the hospital into lockdown. Now the ER is simply trying to get through the storm — and all the secrets about Danny and Xander's relationship aren't making things easier.

Pulse premieres April 3 and stars Willia Fitzgerald, Colin Woodell, Justina Machado, Jack Bannon, Jessie T. Usher, Jessy Yates, Chelsea Muirhead, Daniela Nieves, Néstor Carbonell, Jessica Rothe, Santiago Segura, Ash Santos, and Arturo Del Puerto.

The Handmaid's Tale season 6 — Stream on Hulu April 8, 2025

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The Handmaid's Tale season 6 promises "something big is about to happen" in its first look as June works to take down Gilead. And I totally believe it since June finally reunited with Serena and Noah at the end of season 5.

The The Handmaid's Tale season 6 premieres April 8 and stars Elisabeth Moss, Bradley Whitford, Yvonne Strahovski, Max Minghella, O-T Fagbenle, Samira Wiley, Ann Dowd, Madeline Brewer, Amanda Brugel, and Sam Jaeger.

Hacks Season 4 — Stream on Max April 10, 2025

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Hacks season 4 finds Ava and Deborah at odds — and threatening to spill some serious tea to get what they want. But that's showbiz, baby.

Hacks season 4 premieres April 10 and stars Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder.

Your Friends & Neighbors — Stream on Apple TV April 11, 2025

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Hedge fund manager Andrew Cooper is dealing with his divorce and losing his job when he decides to steal from his wealthy neighbors. Only then does he realize just how dangerous their secrets really are.

Your Friends & Neighbors premieres April 11 and stars Jon Hamm, Olivia Munn, Amanda Peet, Mark Tallman, Hoon Lee, Lena Hall and Aimee Carrero.

Doctor Who — Stream on Disney+ April 12, 2025

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Doctor Who is back for another set of adventures as the Doctor works to get Belinda Chandra back to earth — and fight the mysterious force keeping the TARDIS from returning home.

Doctor Who premieres April 12 and stars Ncuti Gatwa, Varada Sethu, Millie Gibson, Rose Ayling-Ellis, Christopher Chung, Rylan Clark, Alan Cumming, Anita Dobson, Freddie Fox, Michelle Greenidge, Jonah Hauer-King, Ruth Madeley, Jemma Redgrave, and Susan Twist.

The Last of Us season 2 — Stream on HBO and Max April 13, 2025

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Five years after the events of The Last of Us season 1, Ellie and Joel are safe in Jackson — but secrets from their past and a ruthless new threat could ruin everything. Not to mention all the infected.

The Last of Us season 2 premieres April 13 and stars Pedro Pascal, Bella Ramsey, Gabriel Luna, Rutina Wesley, Kaitlyn Dever, Isabela Merced, Young Mazino, Ariela Barer, Tati Gabrielle, Spencer Lord, Danny Ramirez, Jeffrey Wright, and Catherine O’Hara.

Government Cheese — Stream on Apple TV April 16, 2025

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This comedy series follows the dreamy Chamber family in 1969, whose world gets turned upside down when Hampton Chambers returns home from prison.

Government Cheese premieres April 16 and stars David Oyelowo, Simone Missick, Bokeem Woodbine, Adam Beach, and Sunita Mani.

Law & Order: Organized Crime season 5 — Stream on April 17, 2025

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This offshoot of Law & Order follows the beloved Elliot Stabler and the Organized Crime Control Bureau as they handle the most intense dealings in New York City.

Law & Order: Organized Crime season 5 stars Christopher Meloni, Danielle Moné Truitt, Ainsley Seiger, Rick Gonzalez, Dean Norris, and Jason Patric.

Ransom Canyon — Stream on Netflix April 17, 2025

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Yellowstone fans will love this Netflix show, which follows three ranching families in Texas as they wrestle with destiny, secrets, and crime.

Ransom Canyon premieres April 17 and stars Josh Duhamel, Minka Kelly, James Brolin, Eoin Macken, Lizzy Greene, Marianly Tejada, Jack Schumacher, Garrett Wareing, Andrew Liner, Jennifer Ens, Niko Guardado, Casey W. Johnson, Philip Winchester, Kate Burton, Brett Cullen, Tatanka Means, Jaren Robledo, Justin Johnson Cortez, and Kenneth Miller.

Andor season 2 — Stream on Disney+ April 22, 2025

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Cassian is now playing a vital role in the Rebel Alliance's plans to take down the Empire. This Rogue One prequel is sure to break our hearts with its final installment.

Andor season 2 premieres April 22 and stars Diego Luna, Stellan Skarsgård, Genevieve O’Reilly, Denise Gough, Kyle Soller, Adria Arjona, Alan Tudyk, Faye Marsay, Varada Sethu, Elizabeth Dulau, Ben Mendelsohn, and Forest Whitaker.

Étoile — Stream on Prime Video April 24, 2025

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Gilmore Girls creator Amy Sherman-Palladino's new show Etoilé takes place in the high-stakes world of ballet. When two world-famous companies in New York and Paris run into trouble, they decide to swap their best dancers — and everyone's in for a world of drama. Here's the first look!

Etoilé premieres April and stars Luke Kirby, Charlotte Gainsburg, Lou de Laâge, Gideon Glick, David Alvarez, Ivan du Pontavice, Taïs Vinolo, David Haig, Simon Callow, Kelly Bishop, and Yanic Truesdale.

You season 5 — Stream on Netflix April 24, 2025

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Joe is back for one last season of You — and this time, he's looking at, well, you. And in the official trailer, he promises it "is the last time" he's going to be tested by love. I'm scared!

You season 5 premieres April 24 and stars Penn Badgley, Madeline Brewer, Anna Camp, Charlotte Richie, and Griffin Matthews.

Check out This 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' Theory Teases Who Belly Ends Up With — & It Would Change EVERYTHING for even more TV hot takes.

Psst, I have new hobby for you to try — and it has everything to do with visiting Trader Joe's for ingredients to make homemade matcha latte recipes! But first, you'll want to trade your doom scrolling habits for browsing different TikTok recreations to see what matcha drinks you're in the mood for. Your tastebuds could be craving something similar to Starbucks' spring menu, so I've explored the internet for the easiest drinks you can make at home. Plus, you'll even find a tasty cocktail recipe that'll replace your usual glass of red wine.

Discover the best matcha drink recipes you'll want to make every week!

Munching With Mariyah

Iced Matcha Latte

Yasmeen Ali considers herself a "self-proclaimed matcha addict/expert," so you can trust this matcha drink recipe tastes perfect. She gives a thorough breakdown of how to make sure you're able to create it's stress-free and smooth texture, plus you'll be surprised to find it only takes 5 minutes to make! (via Munching With Mariyah)

Earthly Provisions

Vanilla Matcha Latte

This matcha latte tastes like it was intentionally created for people who love all things vanilla or caramel. Not only does the recipe teach you how to make homemade vanilla syrup, it also gives a detailed explanation of how to effortlessly combine it with matcha. (via Earthly Provisions)

The First Mess

Vegan Iced Vanilla Oat Matcha Latte

Still on the oat milk train? You'll love recreating this matcha recipe at home because it features it along with maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Doesn't that sound like something you'll love shaking in your cup? (via The First Mess)

Half Baked Harvest

Iced Strawberry Milk Matcha Latte

If you love strawberries and matcha separately, you'll love them mixed together in this tasty recipe! It takes 10 minutes to blend milk, strawberry jam, vanilla extract, matcha powder, water, and lavender together for a drink you won't forget. (via Half Baked Harvest)

Feel Good Foodie

Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte

Want something that tastes like summer in a cup? Feast your eyes on this strawberry matcha latte! It does take 10 minutes to make, but you'll enjoy every second as you watch how beautifully the matcha, strawberry, and milk of your choice fuse together to make a visually appealing drink. (via Feel Good Foodie)

More Matcha Drinks 

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Matcha Green Bubble Tea

Make your own bubble tea at home with this easy recipe that only needs 5 minutes of your time. You'll absolutely get to use tapioca pearls, but you'll also add in ingredients like brown sugar and matcha for a sweet drink you can sip any time of day. (via Mixop)

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Blueberry Matcha

This is probably the longest matcha drink recipe you'll make, but the end results will make you appreciate your hard work. Also, the color payoff looks like something you'd drink while eating your "girl dinner!" (via Takes Two Eggs)

The Girl on Bloor

Iced Pineapple Matcha Drink (Starbucks Copycat)

You're not seeing things; pineapple is included in this matcha drink that's as refreshing as it's perplexing. You'll need pineapple ginger syrup, matcha green tea powder, pineapple juice, coconut milk, and patience. (via The Girl on Bloor)

Chef Bai

Golden Strawberry Matcha

There's a few things this recipe promises you experience. Not only is it naturally sweet, it's also quick to make and includes antioxidants your body will love. Why? It has everything from cinnamon to cardamom in it! My only wish is that you snap a few pictures before drinking it because it's gorgeous to look at. (via Chef Bai)

A Virtual Vegan

Matcha Lemonade

Tired of drinking the same old lemonade? Recreate A Virtual Vegan's matcha-infused recipe for a quick pick-me-up! It is a little tart, but you can add a little more cane sugar to sweeten it if desired. Otherwise, roll up your sleeves and get acquainted with the lemons you'll be squeezing. (via A Virtual Vegan)

Vanilla and Bean

Ginger-Orange Matcha Green Tea Smoothie

If you're looking for something to completely replace your morning lattes, this ginger-orange matcha green tea smoothie is for you! It'll become your new "green drink" that kickstarts the wellness goals you're finally starting. No worries — I'm not judging you! (via Vanilla and Bean)

Tito's Vodka

Tito's Matcha Martini

If you want a nightcap drink, you'll love making Tito's matcha martini! You only need four ingredients for this recipe — Tito's handmade vodka, cold brew liqueur, matcha, and milk! According to Tito's, they recommend you drink this during brunch or the summer and fall seasons! (via Tito's Vodka)

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