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Today: December 05, 2025
Today: December 05, 2025

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George Clooney reflects on fame, failure and a life in movies with 'Jay Kelly'

George Clooney plays a movie star with regrets in “Jay Kelly.”

George Clooney reflects on fame, failure and a life in movies with 'Jay Kelly'
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Kagiyama uses mistake by Malinin to lead short program at Grand Prix Final

Yuma Kagiyama has upstaged world champion Ilia Malinin of the United States to lead the men’s short program at the figure skating Grand Prix Final in Nagoya

Kagiyama uses mistake by Malinin to lead short program at Grand Prix Final
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101-year-old Iwo Jima hero shares a century of memories through a weekly tradition

101-year-old Iwo Jima hero shares a century of memories through a weekly tradition

101-year-old Iwo Jima hero shares a century of memories through a weekly tradition
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Theodor Pištěk, Czech Oscar-winning costume designer, dies at 93

Theodor Pištěk, a Czech costume and stage designer, has died at 93

Theodor Pištěk, Czech Oscar-winning costume designer, dies at 93
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At Art Basel, Elon Musk, Andy Warhol and Jeff Bezos reimagined as robotic, picture-pooping dogs

At Art Basel, Elon Musk, Andy Warhol and Jeff Bezos reimagined as robotic, picture-pooping dogs

At Art Basel, Elon Musk, Andy Warhol and Jeff Bezos reimagined as robotic, picture-pooping dogs
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Declaration of Independence’s promises ring out today as loudly as they did for Lincoln, FDR and through 249 years of US history

Americans have looked to the Declaration of Independence when they sought to remedy contemporary problems and create new visions for the country’s future.

Declaration of Independence’s promises ring out today as loudly as they did for Lincoln, FDR and through 249 years of US history
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Tired of the same old Christmas songs? So were these countercultural carolers

Roots reggae, thrash metal and pop punk add new layers to familiar holiday tropes.

Tired of the same old Christmas songs? So were these countercultural carolers
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Pantone names its Color of the Year for 2026

Pantone names its Color of the Year for 2026

Pantone names its Color of the Year for 2026
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Ikea finally arrives in New Zealand. Even the country’s leader came out to celebrate

Ikea finally arrives in New Zealand. Even the country’s leader came out to celebrate

Ikea finally arrives in New Zealand. Even the country’s leader came out to celebrate
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Japan's Takaichi is winning fans not with politics but with her style and 'work, work, work' mantra

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has won the catchphrase of the year for her pledge to “work, work, work, work and work” for the country

Japan's Takaichi is winning fans not with politics but with her style and 'work, work, work' mantra
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Trump pardons former top entertainment executive who was charged by his own Justice Department

Trump pardons former top entertainment executive who was charged by his own Justice Department

Trump pardons former top entertainment executive who was charged by his own Justice Department
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Steve Cropper, whose guitar and producing helped define Southern soul, dies at 84

Steve Cropper, a storied guitarist, songwriter and producer who helped define the Southern soul sound at legendary Memphis music label Stax Records, died on Wednesday

Steve Cropper, whose guitar and producing helped define Southern soul, dies at 84
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Decades-old palm trees in Rio de Janeiro flower for the first — and only — time

Talipot palms in a Rio de Janeiro park are flowering for the first and only time in their lives

Decades-old palm trees in Rio de Janeiro flower for the first — and only — time
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NASCAR owner Bob Jenkins 'hurt' by 'take-it-or-leave-it' charter offer made with hours to sign

Front Row Motorsports owner Bob Jenkins has testified in a federal antitrust case against NASCAR

NASCAR owner Bob Jenkins 'hurt' by 'take-it-or-leave-it' charter offer made with hours to sign
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Steve Cropper, guitarist and member of Stax Records' Booker T and the M.G.'s, has died at age 84

Steve Cropper, who co-wrote classic songs, including “(Sittin' on) the Dock of the Bay” and “In the Midnight Hour,” during his years playing guitar at the legendary Stax Records in Memphis, has died

Steve Cropper, guitarist and member of Stax Records' Booker T and the M.G.'s, has died at age 84
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Some New York lawmakers want to ban protests outside houses of worship after pro-Palestinian demonstration

Some New York lawmakers want to ban protests outside houses of worship after pro-Palestinian demonstration

Some New York lawmakers want to ban protests outside houses of worship after pro-Palestinian demonstration
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Doctor who sold ketamine to ‘Friends’ star Matthew Perry before his overdose death gets 2 1/2 years in prison

Doctor who sold ketamine to ‘Friends’ star Matthew Perry before his overdose death gets 2 1/2 years in prison

Doctor who sold ketamine to ‘Friends’ star Matthew Perry before his overdose death gets 2 1/2 years in prison
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A string of awards makes it clear: 'One Battle After Another' is the Oscar front-runner

If there were any doubt, the first few days of Hollywood’s year-end awards has already made it abundantly clear

A string of awards makes it clear: 'One Battle After Another' is the Oscar front-runner
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Adidas defeats appeal of lawsuit over imploded Ye partnership

Adidas defeated an appeal on Wednesday by U.S. shareholders who said the footwear and apparel maker fraudulently concealed antisemitic and other improper behavior

Adidas defeats appeal of lawsuit over imploded Ye partnership
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Shari Redstone's new media venture matches her passion for telling authentic stories about Israel

Shari Redstone's exit from the media world was decidedly brief.

Shari Redstone's new media venture matches her passion for telling authentic stories about Israel
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White House tours resume in time for Christmas, but they're different than before

President Donald Trump's decision to knock down the East Wing to build a big ballroom has significantly altered the visitor experience at the White House

White House tours resume in time for Christmas, but they're different than before
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Amazon adds news tab to Prime Video in user expansion push

Amazon.com said on Wednesday it is rolling out a dedicated news tab on its Prime Video streaming service, which will become available to all U.S. customers for free by the end of the

Amazon adds news tab to Prime Video in user expansion push
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3 taken to hospital after crews battle fire that impacted three buildings; 30 displaced

3 taken to hospital after crews battle fire that impacted three buildings; 30 displaced

3 taken to hospital after crews battle fire that impacted three buildings; 30 displaced
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Trump-CBS lawsuit settlement was 'right decision', says former Paramount chair Shari Redstone

Media mogul Shari Redstone said on Wednesday that Paramount made the "right decision" by agreeing to pay $16 million to settle a

Trump-CBS lawsuit settlement was 'right decision', says former Paramount chair Shari Redstone
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Woman warns others after $4,000 holiday shipping 'nightmare'

Woman warns others after $4,000 holiday shipping 'nightmare'

Woman warns others after $4,000 holiday shipping 'nightmare'
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Shelter launches gingerbread competition to support growing homeless population

Shelter launches gingerbread competition to support growing homeless population

Shelter launches gingerbread competition to support growing homeless population
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The World Cup draw is usually a spectacle. This time, FIFA hopes bigger is better

A record 64 nations will be in Friday's World Cup draw as FIFA expands the tournament from 32 to 48 teams

The World Cup draw is usually a spectacle. This time, FIFA hopes bigger is better
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‘Peter Hujar’s Day,’ ‘Train Dreams,’ and ‘Sorry, Baby’ lead Spirit Award nominations

Ira Sachs’ film “Peter Hujar’s Day” leads the Film Independent Spirit Award nominations with five nods, including best feature and director

‘Peter Hujar’s Day,’ ‘Train Dreams,’ and ‘Sorry, Baby’ lead Spirit Award nominations
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AP's top songs of 2025: 'Lo que le pasó a Hawaii,' 'Abracadabra' and more

The Associated Press has selected the 10 best songs of the year, showcasing a diverse range of artists and genres

AP's top songs of 2025: 'Lo que le pasó a Hawaii,' 'Abracadabra' and more
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AP’s top albums of 2025: Bad Bunny, Rosalía, Hayley Williams, Dijon, Addison Rae and more

The Associated Press has announced its top 10 albums of the year, showcasing a diverse range of artists

AP’s top albums of 2025: Bad Bunny, Rosalía, Hayley Williams, Dijon, Addison Rae and more
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Gazans race to preserve cultural heritage damaged in war

With 70,000 dead, countless injured, hundreds of thousands of people homeless and whole districts laid to waste, the task of rebuilding Gaza is almost beyond comprehension.

Gazans race to preserve cultural heritage damaged in war
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​​Does scandal sell? Not for Olivia Nuzzi’s book so far

​​Does scandal sell? Not for Olivia Nuzzi’s book so far

​​Does scandal sell? Not for Olivia Nuzzi’s book so far
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Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft selected as finalists for 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class

Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft have been selected as finalists for the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class

Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft selected as finalists for 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class
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The PlayStation turns 30: Looking back at the console that gave us Lara Croft and 'The Last of Us'

Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show earlier this year featured a stage design resembling a giant PlayStation controller

The PlayStation turns 30: Looking back at the console that gave us Lara Croft and 'The Last of Us'
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The marketing genius of Spotify Wrapped

Spotify has hit a marketing sweet spot: Users feel compelled to share their annual listening habits and, in doing so, advertise the streaming service to their legions of followers.

The marketing genius of Spotify Wrapped
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OpenAI awards $40.5M to a wide range of nonprofits under new foundation structure

OpenAI has awarded $40.5 million to more than 200 nonprofits in the first round of grants it has made since it rebranded its nonprofit as the OpenAI Foundation in October

OpenAI awards $40.5M to a wide range of nonprofits under new foundation structure
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88-year-old veteran becomes social media sensation as thousands rally to help him retire

88-year-old veteran becomes social media sensation as thousands rally to help him retire

88-year-old veteran becomes social media sensation as thousands rally to help him retire
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Historic house made from 20,000 glass bottles hits the market

Historic house made from 20,000 glass bottles hits the market

Historic house made from 20,000 glass bottles hits the market
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Lauren Graham and Amy Sherman-Palladino to release 'Gilmore Girls' book in Fall 2027

“Gilmore Girls” creator Amy Sherman-Palladino and star Lauren Graham have teamed up for a new book about the beloved series

Lauren Graham and Amy Sherman-Palladino to release 'Gilmore Girls' book in Fall 2027
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Quentin Tarantino adds ‘Paul Dano critic’ to his resume

Quentin Tarantino adds ‘Paul Dano critic’ to his resume

Quentin Tarantino adds ‘Paul Dano critic’ to his resume
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Chanel gives the New York City subway a glamorous rebrand

Chanel gives the New York City subway a glamorous rebrand

Chanel gives the New York City subway a glamorous rebrand
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There’s still one beautiful Southern European country with delicious food, great wine and no tourist crowds

There’s still one beautiful Southern European country with delicious food, great wine and no tourist crowds

There’s still one beautiful Southern European country with delicious food, great wine and no tourist crowds
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It's time to unpack Spotify Wrapped. Here's how the music streamer compiled your 2025 recap

The end of 2025 is almost upon us

It's time to unpack Spotify Wrapped. Here's how the music streamer compiled your 2025 recap
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American Eagle soars as Sweeney campaign draws in shoppers

Shares of American Eagle Outfitters jumped nearly 15% in early trading on Wednesday after its viral Sydney Sweeney jeans campaign continued to drive in-store traffic during the key

American Eagle soars as Sweeney campaign draws in shoppers
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A bridge too far? Sicily project tests limits of Italy's ambitions

Minutes after Italy's powerful Court of Auditors rejected plans to build a bridge from the mainland to the island of Sicily, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni

A bridge too far? Sicily project tests limits of Italy's ambitions
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How Trump is intensifying his crackdown on every form of immigration to the US

How Trump is intensifying his crackdown on every form of immigration to the US

How Trump is intensifying his crackdown on every form of immigration to the US
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New Zealand man accused of eating Faberge pendant inspired by Bond movie as police wait for evidence

Police in New Zealand are monitoring a man accused of swallowing a $19,000 pendant with the intention of smuggling it out of a jewelry store

New Zealand man accused of eating Faberge pendant inspired by Bond movie as police wait for evidence
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Trump will play a starring role heading into a big weekend at the Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center, known for theater and opera, becomes the sports world's focus on Friday

Trump will play a starring role heading into a big weekend at the Kennedy Center
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Braylon Mullins' breakout performance lifts No. 5 UConn over No. 21 Kansas 61-56 at Allen Fieldhouse

UConn fans have been eagerly awaiting Braylon Mullins' debut, and he delivered when it mattered the most Tuesday night

Braylon Mullins' breakout performance lifts No. 5 UConn over No. 21 Kansas 61-56 at Allen Fieldhouse