FEBRUARY 18 - 24, 2018 staradvertiser.com REAL FAKE NEWS English comedian John Oliver is ready to take on politicians, corporations and much more when he returns with a new season of the acclaimed Last Week Tonight With John Oliver. Now in its fi fth season, the satirical news series combines comedy, commentary and interviews with newsmakers as it presents a unique take on national and international stories. Premiering Sunday, Feb. 18, on HBO. – HART Board meeting, live on ¶Olelo PaZmlg^qm_hkAhghenenlkZbemkZglbm8PZm\aebo^Zg]Ûg]hnm' THIS THURSDAY, 8:00AM | CHANNEL 55 olelo.org ON THE COVER | LAST WEEK TONIGHT WITH JOHN OLIVER Satire at its best ‘Last Week Tonight With John hard work. We’re incredibly proud of all of you, In its short life, “Last Week Tonight With and rather than tell you that to your face, we’d John Oliver” has had a marked influence on Oliver’ returns to HBO like to do it in the cold, dispassionate form of a politics and business, even as far back as press release.” its first season. A 2014 segment on net By Kyla Brewer For his part, Bloys had nothing but praise neutrality is widely credited with prompt- TV Media for the performer, saying: “His extraordinary ing more than 45,000 comments on the genius for rich and intelligent commentary is Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) s 24-hour news channels, websites and second to none.” electronic filing page, and another 300,000 apps rise in popularity, the public is be- Oliver has worked his way up through the comments in an email inbox dedicated to Acoming more invested in national and in- entertainment industry since starting out as a proposal that would allow “priority lanes” ternational news. Indeed, broadcast journalists a standup comedian in the United Kingdom. for certain internet traffic. Shortly after have become celebrities in their own right, for Before “Last Week Tonight,” he was best another piece about underfunded public better or for worse. However, one of TV’s most known to North American audiences for his defenders in New Orleans aired, thousands popular late-night hosts offers a comedic yet work on Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show” as of dollars were donated by the show’s fans. critical twist on the news of the week. the program’s senior British correspondent, Oliver and pal Mike Meyers (“Austin Powers: John Oliver (“The Daily Show”) returns with a and he later filled in as interim host when Jon The Spy Who Shagged Me,” 1999) famously satirical look at the headlines and more in the Stewart (“Rosewater,” 2014) went on hiatus. urged Canadians to vote against then-Prime season premiere of “Last Week Tonight With His work on “The Daily Show” was well re- Minister Stephen Harper in the 2015 federal John Oliver,” airing Sunday, Feb. 18, on HBO. ceived by critics and audiences alike, and the election. In one of the show’s most headline- The late-night program features a mix of com- gig eventually led to his show on HBO. Thanks, grabbing episodes, the host interviewed ac- mentary, comedic sketches and interviews as in part, to his no-holds-barred approach to cused whistleblower Edward Snowden. the intrepid host turns a critical eye to politics, lambasting politicians, corporations and more, Purportedly armed with “full creative free- corporations and even the media. Oliver has gained millions of loyal fans who dom” from HBO, Oliver has also taken on big to- The opener kicks off the fifth season of the tune in for his refreshing perspectives on cur- bacco companies, televangelists, debt buyers, program, which premiered in April 2014. Last rent events, as well as quirky comedy sketch- coal mining and, of course, President Donald fall, HBO announced the show had been re- es by him and other performers. Viewership Trump. In fact, Trump has been a frequent topic newed for three more 30-episode seasons, so for the show is on the upswing, with about 1.2 for the comedian, who has been unabashed- fans of the British comedian can expect to see million live viewers for last season’s finale, ly critical of the current administration. him on the cable channel until at least 2020. which aired Sunday, Nov. While such opinions likely put Trump’s When the deal was announced by HBO execu- 12, 2017. Millions also supporter’s off, Oliver has nonethe- tive Casey Bloys, the host responded in typical tune in on the show’s less established himself as one of the Oliver fashion: with tongue planted firmly in YouTube channel. heavy hitters of the modern late- cheek. Oliver was even night landscape. “We’re very grateful to Richard Plepler, Casey named one of Time and everyone at HBO for letting us continue magazine’s list of 100 John Oliver in “Last to do whatever it is we actually do,” Oliver said. Most Influential People Week Tonight With John Oliver” “We’d also like to thank our staff for all their in 2015. 2 STAR CHANNELS FEBRUARy 18 - 24, 2018 SOAP UPDATES By Andrew Sawyer Days of Our Lives Carly reminisce. Ava looks forward to her time TV Media Abigail implicates with Griffin. Nelle thinks on her feet. Michael Gabi by mistake while gets a phone call that unsettles him. Anna speaking with Rafe visits Andre. Carly encourages Jason to find For the week of February 12 - 16 and Eli. Marlena has out whatever he can. Drew finds himself in questions about an uncomfortable position. Diane makes an The Bold and the Beautiful John’s behavior. Kate announcement. Wyatt sees something he wishes he hadn’t finds a scene that The Young and the Restless and quickly puts away the romantic spread shocks her at the Devon informs Victor of Noah’s drunken epi- he laid out for Katie. Later, he makes a bold Tyler Christopher DiMera mausoleum. sode at Top of the Tower. Victor calls Noah to suggestion to Katie about moving their re- stars in “Days of Abigail shares a mo- Our Lives” his office and reads him the riot act about his lationship forward. Maya confronts Thorne ment with Stefan. behavior. Noah thanks Victor for giving him about what she witnessed at Brooke and John tries to inject tough love. Devon introduces Hilary to Simone, Ridge’s wedding reception. At the same time, Steve with another dose. Billie returns to town who is a new artist he’s trying to sign. Hilary is and reunites with Kate. Claire confronts Ciara Brooke and Ridge enjoy wedded bliss. Hope consumed with jealousy as Devon and Simone about the secret she shared with Tripp. Rafe lets Brooke know what her feelings are about head out to discuss business. Jack tells Traci and Hope head to Smith Island for a romantic Steffy and Bill’s affair and Liam’s current state that Ashley would not accept his apology. evening. Eve assists Brady when he gets into of mind. Ridge pays a visit to Liam to advo- Traci tries to convince Jack to keep Ashley’s a situation. Eric wants another chance with cate for Steffy and their unborn child. Thorne position open at Jabot, but Jack tells her he’s Jennifer. JJ asks Lani an important question. propositions Katie. Steffy is thrown when Hope already hired someone to replace Ashley. Eli promises to exonerate Gabi. JJ and Lani cel- brings up something from the past. Brooke Victoria tells Victor that she believes Ashley ebrate their engagement. Stefan discovers an and Ridge, as well as Maya and Rick, celebrate only accepted the job to uncover Newman intruder in his room. Billie comes to the rescue Valentine’s Day. Hope comforts Liam after giv- secrets. At the same time, Ashley keeps calm and saves John’s life. Steve is shocked by a ing him a gift from Steffy. Thorne learns who when she learns that Jack hired a high-level discovery he makes from his hospital bed. Katie’s mystery man is and he makes a move to executive to replace her. Later, Victoria meets secure a future with her. Hope requests some- General Hospital with Jack and suggests they work together to thing of Liam regarding Steffy. Steffy invites Anna commiserates with Felicia. Drew has get Ashley out of Newman and back to Jabot. Liam to go with her to her first ultrasound. Katie some questions for Franco. Finn looks for legal Devon argues with Hilary about the creative fills Maya in on the state of her love life. Liam advice. Michael takes Jordan’s words to heart. direction The Hilary Hour has taken. Hilary is shares a warm moment with Steffy when they Ava becomes concerned. Jason is put on the offended when Devon says her hormones are learn the sex of their child. spot by Jake. Sam tears into Jason. Sonny and causing her to act erratically. WHOLE FRESH STEAMED Pagoda Island Buffets DUNGENESS Breakfast Weekend Dinner CRAB 7:00 - 11:00AM Mon. - Fri. Lunch Dinner Sunday Brunch LIVE! 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