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The comedian Trevor Noah takes over as host on Monday.
The new host of Comedy Central’s marquee news-satire series discusses his preparations, his controversial tweets and the challenges that the program will face.
By NEIL GENZLINGER
On Oct. 2, ABC unveils “Dr. Ken,” starring Ken Jeong, who was a doctor before he became a comic.
Critic's Notebook
By JAMES PONIEWOZIK
Several of last season’s best new network shows featured minority lead characters. The change was long overdue, and just in time.
By GILBERT CRUZ
For the host of the highly popular Spanish-language variety show, the day began with a dental emergency and ended with Champagne.
By MIKE HALE
A new series on PBS “Masterpiece,” set in India in 1932, puts a full deck of sahib stereotypes into play against lush jungle and forest backdrops.