By TeeJay Small
| Published 21 seconds ago

If you’re a sitcom fan of a certain age, you probably spent your formative years sitting in front of a glowing television set, watching Tim Allen grunt and shout about tools on Home Improvement. For years now, fans have asked for a Home Improvement reunion of some sort, since just about every other show from that era has been rebooted, remade, or squeezed dry with legacy sequels. Unfortunately, it looks like a Home Improvement reunion won’t be in the cards for the foreseeable future, according to Tim Allen himself.

Per a recent report in Variety, Tim the tool man is blaming his fictional kids for gumming up the works, claiming that they have severe “personality problems” that are keeping them from reuniting. Specifically, the Toy Story 5 star claims that network execs from ABC “keep talking about how it could move forward, but they get stuck [because] there are some personality problems right now with the boys.” When asked about his own vision for a possible Home Improvement reunion, Allen explained “I always thought it would be cool if it was a story about them. That’s a little challenging right now, to put it mildly.”

The New Family Dynamic

Allen’s comments seem to refer to a series of arrests and other headline-grabbing moments from his younger costars. Most notably, Zachery Ty Bryan, who portrayed Tim Taylor’s son Brad on the original series, has had numerous run-ins with the law. Having starred on Home Improvement from the ages of nine to 17, it’s easy to see how the young actor might have fallen prey to the same kinds of issues that plague many child stars.

Bryan was arrested in 2025 on charges of second-degree violence, after previously facing arrests for felony assault, third-degree robbery, and domestic violence over the years. While these charges are quite shocking, it’s worth pointing out that Tim Allen isn’t exactly a shining paragon of moral and lawful virtue. The Buzz Lightyear voice actor has carried numerous controversies of his own over the years, including on-set misconduct claims, accusations of creating a hostile work environment, and arrests for drug trafficking and drunk driving.

Don’t Hold Your Breath

None of this is to say that Allen or his costars are singlehandedly preventing Home Improvement from returning. Still, it’s worth pointing out that the production has more to contend with than some simple “personality problems.” In fact, even if Allen and his TV children were squeaky clean legally speaking, there’s a good chance that a reunion still wouldn’t take shape. Jonathan Taylor Thomas, who portrayed Randy on the series, is no longer interested in acting, and hasn’t appeared on screen in over a decade.

Of course, ABC could take a page from the Malcolm In The Middle reboot by recasting Randy, but that would sort of conflict with Tim Allen’s vision that the series centers on the Taylor boys all grown up. As it currently stands, it seems like a Home Improvement reboot is less likely to be made today than ever before. Maybe we can hold out hope for a 40 year reunion special in 2031, but even that seems a little farfetched.

By Steven Nelson
| Published 10 seconds ago

Sometimes, catching up with current stars back well before they had become household names and faces can be almost like a look back into a time capsule. And sometimes nearly the entire cast of a movie goes on to relative superstardom. With that in mind, get ready for a heartwarming and nostalgic journey with 10 Years, a hidden gem currently streaming on Tubi that brings together two rising stars, Chris Pratt and Channing Tatum (and a bunch of others). 

Released in 2011, this film takes us back to the early days of Channing Tatum and Chris Pratt’s careers, where both actors were still on the cusp of becoming world famous. 

A Low-Stakes Rom-Com

In 10 Years, Chris Pratt and Channing Tatum lead an ensemble cast (which we’ll get to), portraying a group of friends who reunite for their high school reunion. As they come together to celebrate the passing of a decade since graduation, the film delves into themes of friendship, growth, and reminiscence.

Chris Pratt’s character, Cully, is a lovable and somewhat goofy guy who has yet to fully outgrow his high school persona. As the film progresses, Pratt’s performance brings both charm and vulnerability to Cully, capturing the essence of a character trying to find his place in the adult world.

Channing Tatum takes on the role of Jake, a successful music executive who has moved on from his high school days. Tatum’s portrayal of Jake exudes charisma and maturity, reflecting the growth his character has undergone since their shared high school experiences.

Throughout the movie, 10 Years weaves together multiple storylines, exploring the complexities of friendships that have evolved over time. As the characters reconnect and reminisce, the film strikes a balance between heartfelt moments and lighthearted humor, creating an emotionally resonant narrative.

A Cast Beyond Stacked

And, of course, there’s the rest of the cast. If it sounds like the precursor for what would see in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, well, you aren’t far off. In addition to Channing Tatum (not in the MCU, yet) and Chris Pratt (duh), there’s Oscar Isaac and Anthony Mackie who make up part of the core friend group. Plus, Aubrey Plaza is in there as well. Rounding it out are Rosario Dawson, Justin Long, Kate Mara, and Ron Livingston.

And while the film didn’t come out to much in the way of fanfare (less than a million at the box office), it does maintain a 58 percent critical score on Rotten Tomatoes.

Chris Pratt And Channing Tatum Hadn’t Reached Super-Stardom Just Yet

For both Chris Pratt and Channing Tatum, 10 Years marks an important stage in their careers. At the time of the film’s release, Pratt had already begun gaining recognition for his role as Andy Dwyer in the popular TV series Parks and Recreation. However, his breakthrough into major blockbuster films was still on the horizon. His endearing performance in 10 Years showcased his comedic talent and set the stage for more significant opportunities that awaited him.

Similarly, Channing Tatum was establishing himself as a prominent actor in Hollywood, having already starred in films like Step Up and G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra. 10 Years further solidified his status as a leading man, with his charisma and charm shining through in the role of Jake.

As their careers continued to flourish, both Chris Pratt and Channing Tatum went on to achieve immense success. Pratt became a prominent figure in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, starring as Peter Quill/Star-Lord in the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise, while Tatum impressed audiences with his performances in films like Magic Mike, 21 Jump Street, and Roofman.

Looking back, 10 Years serves as both a heartfelt ensemble dramedy and a fascinating snapshot of Chris Pratt and Channing Tatum before they became major Hollywood stars. Their performances showcase the charm and talent that would later propel them to blockbuster success, making the film an endearing trip down memory lane that’s well worth revisiting.

As of this writing, 10 Years is streaming for free on Tubi.

The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you’re a musician.

Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that’s captured the public’s attention. The game is all about finding the “common threads between words.” And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we’ve served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

If you just want to be told today’s puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for today’s Connections solution. But if you’d rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

What is Connections?

The NYT‘s latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications’ Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.

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Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there’s only one correct answer.

If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.

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Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media.

Here’s a hint for today’s Connections categories

Want a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try:

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Here are today’s Connections categories

Need a little extra help? Today’s connections fall into the following categories:

• Yellow: Umami-rich foods

• Green: Things a beginner might learn on the piano

• Blue: Starting with magazines

• Purple: Ending in synonyms for “Aggregate”

Looking for Wordle today? Here’s the answer to today’s Wordle.

Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today’s puzzle before we reveal the solutions.

Drumroll, please!

The solution to today’s Connections #1104 is…

What is the answer to Connections today

• Umami-rich foods: MISO PASTE, PARMESAN, SOY SAUCE, VEGEMITE

• Things a beginner might learn on the piano: CHOPSTICKS, FÜR ELISE, HEART AND SOUL, THE ENTERTAINER

• Starting with magazines: FORTUNE COOKIE, PEOPLE PERSON, SPINDERELLA, TIME MACHINE

• Ending in synonyms for “Aggregate”: COINCIDENTALLY, DIM SUM, TEETOTAL, VISCOUNT

Don’t feel down if you didn’t manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we’ll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.

Are you also playing NYT Strands? Get all the Strands hints you need for today’s puzzle.

If you’re looking for more puzzles, Mashable’s got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.

Not the day you’re after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Connections.