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If the streaming age of corporate consolidation and disposable TV has taught us anything, it's not to get too attached to any show, regardless of how great it is. A landscape that treats series as bingeable content doesn't always have the patience for slow thematic development, subtle character writing, or weird stylistic swings. It's never been uncommon for truly great shows to fail because of clashes between the network and the creative team, a failure to market the story correctly, simple time-slot mismanagement, or some infuriating combination of all three. Modern versions of these same problems still persist, though in the context of a more prestigious streaming landscape. These programs can command blockbuster budgets and rely on the schedules of A-list talent, all while facing cancellation decisions driven by often inscrutable performance metrics.

In the second half of October, life starts getting way better for five zodiac signs. This year has been tumultuous, but finally the stars are aligned in our favor. What a relief! According to astrologer Helena Hathor, these astrological signs are "about to reclaim their throne. " That means we're done being passive and letting life drag us through the mud. We're figuring out what we truly want and going after it with everything we have. This attitude change makes all the difference. 1. Taurus Design: YourTangoWith Pluto now direct in your house of career, you're showing everyone that you really are the MVP. "You're in for a wave of success," Hathor said. "The past six months may have been a drought of opportunity for you, but that changes [after] October 15. " Finally, you're receiving the career recognition you deserve. Because you're highly knowledgeable, everyone's flocking to you with their questions and concerns. In the moment, it might drive you insane, Taurus. However, this is a blessing in disguise. Soon, your salary will start matching your expertise. So, don't be afraid to put yourself out there. It might even lead to a promotion!

Apu is back on "The Simpsons"... and he sounds a little different. Springfield's friendly Kwik-E-Mart owner spoke for the first time in nearly a decade in Sunday's episode of the long-running Fox cartoon, and the words came from a new voice actor: Sunil Malhotra ("Grey's Anatomy") will voice Apu on the show going forward, TVLine has confirmed. (Variety first reported the news.) He replaces Hank Azaria, who voiced Apu from the show's premiere through 2020, when he stepped aside amid mounting criticism of a white actor voicing an Indian character.