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The Denver Broncos will kick off their 2023 NFL season against the Las Vegas Raiders, followed by a challenging schedule.

Jimmy Fallon addresses allegations of a "toxic workplace" on his show, apologizing to staff and expressing his desire for inclusivity and fun.

The NFL season has kicked off with the Kansas City Chiefs hosting the Detroit Lions. FOX, CBS, NBC, ESPN, and Amazon Prime Video will broadcast games throughout the season. YouTube TV will carry NFL Sunday Ticket. Pro Picks predicts the Bengals will win Super Bowl 58.

NFL Sunday Ticket, the streaming TV package that allows fans to watch out-of-market Sunday afternoon NFL games, is moving to YouTube. The service will be available through YouTube TV and YouTube Primetime Channels for the 2023-24 NFL season. Subscribers can watch all Sunday games during the regular season, record games, and stream on multiple devices. The service costs $349 for YouTube TV subscribers and $449 for Primetime Channels subscribers, with discounts available until September 19. NFL RedZone can be bundled for an additional $40.

Former ESPN journalist Maria Taylor, who now works for NBC Sports, reportedly earned a staggering $5 million as a pundit, compared to the average sports reporter salary of $66.9k. Taylor declined ESPN's offer to raise her pay to $5 million in 2020 and left the network after the NBA Finals in 2021. She has since made her broadcast debut with NBC Sports and has become a prominent figure in sports reporting. Taylor's net worth is estimated to be $6 million in 2023, and she is involved in charitable activities.

Michigan defensive backs Will Johnson and Rod Moore returned to practice this week, with a potential return to the field near.

NBC's The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon faced a "nightmare" work environment, with allegations of erratic behavior and bullying by Fallon. Former employees reported therapy and traumatic experiences. However, a separate report stated that the work environment has improved since the arrival of new showrunner Chris Miller. The allegations come at a time when late-night comedy shows are facing declining viewership due to ongoing strikes in the entertainment industry.

Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones watched the team's season opener from a suite due to his ongoing contract holdout. Jones had 15.5 sacks and 29 quarterback hits last season and is hoping for a contract closer to Aaron Donald's $31.7 million per-season number.

Former employees of "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" claim that the host created a toxic workplace environment with outbursts and inconsistent behavior. They also alleged that Fallon's mood could make or break the workplace environment. Despite the allegations, a former staffer expressed hope for meaningful changes to be made.

Taylor Swift's concert movie and the horror film "Exorcist: Believer" will both be released on October 13, drawing comparisons to the summer's "Barbenheimer" movie combo trend. Fans have taken to social media with the hashtag #Exorswift, sparking excitement and anticipation for the double feature.

Wayne Newton, known as Mr. Las Vegas, has extended his "Up Close and Personal" show at the Flamingo in Las Vegas until June. The 81-year-old singer and entertainer will celebrate his 65th anniversary in Las Vegas during this time. Newton's show is described as a vintage-Vegas experience and has been attracting a younger audience.

Freshman receiver Zachariah Branch stole the show in his college debut, helping USC to a victory with 232 all-purpose yards and two touchdowns.

Sen. Bernie Sanders dismisses concerns over President Biden's age, stating that there are "broader" issues to consider when voting for a president.

NASCAR driver Ryan Preece involved in terrifying 10-flip crash during Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona Speedway.

Sprinter Noah Lyles mocks US sports after winning the 200-meter sprint double at the World Athletics Championships in Hungary.

Week 0 of NCAA football features seven games, including Notre Dame vs. Navy in Dublin and USC vs. San Jose State. Stream the games on Fubo for free.

Navy and Notre Dame kick off the 2023 college football season in the Aer Lingus Classic at Aviva Stadium in Dublin.

Ariana Grande and Demi Lovato have both parted ways with manager Scooter Braun, sparking rumors of potential splits with other artists.

Watch the Ravens vs. Commanders game on ESPN. Sling TV offers ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, Fox, NBC, and NFL Network for $50/month. Fubo TV gives access to ESPN, NFL Network, Fox, ABC, CBS, and more for $75/month. Other exciting matchups in the 2023 NFL preseason include Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Atlanta Falcons and Indianapolis Colts vs. Philadelphia Eagles. Some games can be streamed on Amazon Prime Video. Sam Howell is the Washington Commanders' starting quarterback. The Commanders have the opportunity to break the Ravens' 24-game preseason winning streak. NFL fans can stream games on platforms like Sling TV, Fubo TV, and NFL+.

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen stars in a humorous campaign for Paramount+ to promote live streaming of NFL games.

Ron Cephas Jones, known for his role on "This Is Us," has died at 66. The veteran actor won two Emmys and had a prolific career in theater and television.

Kingston Rossdale, the 17-year-old son of Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale, surprised locals by performing at a bar owned by his stepfather, Blake Shelton. A TikTok video of the performance went viral, showcasing Kingston's talent and confidence on stage. The evening also featured performances by Stefani and Shelton, who met on The Voice and got married in 2021.

The Philadelphia Eagles will face the Baltimore Ravens in the NFL preseason, but star quarterbacks Lamar Jackson and Jalen Hurts won't be playing.

The Dallas Cowboys and Jacksonville Jaguars kick off their respective preseasons on August 12 at AT&T Stadium.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Pittsburgh Steelers will face off in their first preseason game, featuring new quarterbacks and star players. Don't miss it!

Prime offers free coverage of every Women's World Cup game in New Zealand, making it accessible to all viewers.

Controversial blog post criticizes the Trea Turner ovation, calling it artificial and questioning its impact on mental health.

Taylor Swift melts hearts with a sweet embrace of Kobe Bryant's daughter Bianka during a concert performance.

Breaking Bad actor Mark Margolis, who played Hector "Tio" Salamanca, passed away at 83 due to illness. He had a successful acting career and a net worth of $2.5 million. His manager and colleagues praised his talent and kindness. A private funeral will be held, and donations can be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Margolis had been acting since 1959 and trained under Stella Adler. He appeared in various films and TV shows throughout his career.

Lizzo faces allegations of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment by three former dancers, including claims of pressuring them into inappropriate actions.

Former dancers accuse Lizzo of weight-shaming, pressuring them to touch a nude performer, and subjecting them to an "excruciating" audition.

Brian Harman's lengthy pre-shot routine draws attention at Open Championship.

Tony Bennett, Grammy-winning musician, dies at 96 from unknown causes.

James Spader reflects on the completion of "The Blacklist" series.

"The Blacklist" series finale bids farewell to Raymond Reddington.

Meghan Trainor and husband Daryl Sabara welcome their second child.

MSNBC anchor and correspondent suggest cocaine found at White House left by visitor.

Four killed, two children injured in Philadelphia shooting; adoption industry unclear.

NBC will televise Macy's Fourth of July fireworks show from 8 to 10 p.m. ET in a special broadcast.

WWE Money in the Bank 2023 on July 1, full match listing and how to watch.

Former school security officer found not guilty in Parkland shooting case.