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Today: December 18, 2025

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Oscar-nominated documentary 'Black Box Diaries' has delayed premiere in Japan after legal issues

Japanese journalist Shiori Ito's documentary, “Black Box Diaries,” has finally premiered in Japan after facing legal hurdles

Oscar-nominated documentary 'Black Box Diaries' has delayed premiere in Japan after legal issues
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Rare fresco of Jesus as the 'Good Shepherd' uncovered in Turkish town visited by the pope

Archaeologists in Turkey have uncovered a significant fresco of Jesus as the "Good Shepherd" from Anatolia's early Christian era

Rare fresco of Jesus as the 'Good Shepherd' uncovered in Turkish town visited by the pope
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Trump administration replaces America 250 quarters honoring abolition and women’s suffrage with Mayflower and Gettysburg designs

US coins showcase American identity and public memory through their designs. The America 250 coins just unveiled reflect the nation’s divided politics and history.

Trump administration replaces America 250 quarters honoring abolition and women’s suffrage with Mayflower and Gettysburg designs
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It feels good to be Jelly Roll. And now, he's ready to win a Grammy

Country star Jelly Roll is ready to win a Grammy

It feels good to be Jelly Roll. And now, he's ready to win a Grammy
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Whether Netflix or Paramount buys Warner Bros., entertainment oligopolies are back – bigger and more anticompetitive than ever

Hollywood has seen this movie before.

Whether Netflix or Paramount buys Warner Bros.,  entertainment oligopolies are back – bigger and more anticompetitive than ever
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Meet the Pink Ladies, a new face in Britain’s anti-immigration movement

Meet the Pink Ladies, a new face in Britain’s anti-immigration movement

Meet the Pink Ladies, a new face in Britain’s anti-immigration movement
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What we learned in the first two episodes of Taylor Swift's Disney+ Eras Tour docuseries

The first two episodes of Taylor Swift's six-episode docuseries “The End of an Era” will premiere on Disney+ Friday

What we learned in the first two episodes of Taylor Swift's Disney+ Eras Tour docuseries
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Bestselling British writer Joanna Trollope dies at 82

British writer Joanna Trollope, known for her bestselling novels about romantic escapades in rural England, has died at 82

Bestselling British writer Joanna Trollope dies at 82
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What we’ve learned from Taylor Swift ‘The End of an Era’ documentary

What we’ve learned from Taylor Swift ‘The End of an Era’ documentary

What we’ve learned from Taylor Swift ‘The End of an Era’ documentary
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Timothée Chalamet won’t confirm or deny rumors he’s mysterious British rapper EsDeeKid

Timothée Chalamet won’t confirm or deny rumors he’s mysterious British rapper EsDeeKid

Timothée Chalamet won’t confirm or deny rumors he’s mysterious British rapper EsDeeKid
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Australian teens were kicked off social media this week. Some are back already

Australian teens were kicked off social media this week. Some are back already

Australian teens were kicked off social media this week. Some are back already
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New coins will commemorate 250th anniversary of American independence. Here's how they'll look

The U.S. Mint has unveiled designs for coins commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence

New coins will commemorate 250th anniversary of American independence. Here's how they'll look
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Florida's capital city approves plan to sell golf course built on slaves' graves, despite outcry

Local officials in Florida’s capital city have voted to sell a city-owned golf course built on top of the graves of enslaved people to a once-segregated country club

Florida's capital city approves plan to sell golf course built on slaves' graves, despite outcry
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Director convicted of scamming $11M from Netflix and going on lavish spending spree

A Hollywood director has been convicted on charges that he scammed Netflix out of $11 million for a show that never materialized, while he instead used the cash for lavish purchases that included several Rolls-Royces, a Ferrari and about $1 million in mattresses and luxury bedding

Director convicted of scamming $11M from Netflix and going on lavish spending spree
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Disney invests $1B in OpenAI in deal to bring characters like Mickey Mouse to Sora AI video tool

Disney is investing $1 billion in OpenAI to bring characters like Mickey Mouse and Luke Skywalker to the AI company's Sora video tool

Disney invests $1B in OpenAI in deal to bring characters like Mickey Mouse to Sora AI video tool
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Senators clash over Trump's National Guard deployments as military leaders face questioning

Members of the Senate Armed Services Committee are clashing over President Donald Trump’s use of the National Guard in American cities

Senators clash over Trump's National Guard deployments as military leaders face questioning
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Eurovision champion Nemo returns the winner's trophy to protest Israel's inclusion

Swiss singer Nemo, who won the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest, has decided to return the winners' trophy

Eurovision champion Nemo returns the winner's trophy to protest Israel's inclusion
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Rare Dom Pérignon champagne from Charles and Diana's wedding fails to sell during Denmark auction

A rare magnum of Dom Pérignon Vintage 1961 champagne that was specially produced for the 1981 wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana has failed to sell during an auction

Rare Dom Pérignon champagne from Charles and Diana's wedding fails to sell during Denmark auction
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UNESCO gives a shout-out to Switzerland's yodeling by adding it to list of cultural heritage

The U.N.'s cultural agency has listed Switzerland’s long-celebrated yodeling among 67 traditions honored its list of intangible cultural heritage

UNESCO gives a shout-out to Switzerland's yodeling by adding it to list of cultural heritage
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Trump takes steps toward demolishing four federal buildings, preservationist alleges

Trump takes steps toward demolishing four federal buildings, preservationist alleges

Trump takes steps toward demolishing four federal buildings, preservationist alleges
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Italian cooking and its rituals get UN designation as world heritage

Italian food is known and loved around the world for its fresh ingredients and palate-pleasing tastes, but the U.N.’s cultural agency is giving foodies another reason to celebrate their pizza, pasta and tiramisu by listing Italian cooking as part of the world’s “intangible” cultural heritage

Italian cooking and its rituals get UN designation as world heritage
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Dallas comedian's 4,500-mile first date goes viral — and sparks real romance

Dallas comedian's 4,500-mile first date goes viral — and sparks real romance

Dallas comedian's 4,500-mile first date goes viral — and sparks real romance
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Disney is investing $1 billion in OpenAI and licensing its characters for Sora

Disney is investing $1 billion in OpenAI and licensing its characters for Sora

Disney is investing $1 billion in OpenAI and licensing its characters for Sora
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Researchers uncover clues to mysterious origin of famous Hjortspring boat

Researchers uncover clues to mysterious origin of famous Hjortspring boat

Researchers uncover clues to mysterious origin of famous Hjortspring boat
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'Star Wars' and 'Indiana Jones' rarities are in Lawrence Kasdan's university archive

Documents that detail Lawrence Kasdan’s career have been donated to the University of Michigan, the writer and director’s alma mater

'Star Wars' and 'Indiana Jones' rarities are in Lawrence Kasdan's university archive
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How the Mariachi Rams band turned the NFL game day into a personal Los Angeles soundtrack

The Mariachi Rams are reshaping NFL game day by blending traditional Mexican music with Los Angeles’ hip-hop and rock influences

How the Mariachi Rams band turned the NFL game day into a personal Los Angeles soundtrack
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One of the world's most-visited museums plans an extension in an industrial Dutch city

Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum plans to open a new branch in Eindhoven

One of the world's most-visited museums plans an extension in an industrial Dutch city
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Tramell Tillman, the 'Severance' star who is very much connecting

Tramell Tillman has had a remarkable 2025, becoming a force in the entertainment world and winning a spot as one of The Associated Press’ Breakthrough Entertainers of 2025

Tramell Tillman, the 'Severance' star who is very much connecting
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Open AI, Microsoft face lawsuit over ChatGPT's alleged role in Connecticut murder-suicide

The heirs of an 83-year-old Connecticut woman are suing ChatGPT maker OpenAI and its business partner Microsoft for wrongful death

Open AI, Microsoft face lawsuit over ChatGPT's alleged role in Connecticut murder-suicide
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The dystopian Pottersville in ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ is starting to feel less like fiction

Frank Capra’s dark vision of corruption and greed highlights both the dangers of concentrated power and the quiet effectiveness of collective action.

The dystopian Pottersville in ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ is starting to feel less like fiction
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Chase Sui Wonders’ Harvard astrophysics detour led her to Hollywood

Chase Sui Wonders always thought she was “kind of funny,” but it was officially confirmed after booking “The Studio” after just one audition

Chase Sui Wonders’ Harvard astrophysics detour led her to Hollywood
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Danny Ramirez's entrance into Hollywood began on the soccer field

Danny Ramirez's acting career began unexpectedly on a soccer field

Danny Ramirez's entrance into Hollywood began on the soccer field
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AI-generated political videos are more about memes and money than persuading and deceiving

Don’t discount the threat of AI political videos fooling people, but for now, they’re mostly about bolstering group identity and cashing in on viral content.

AI-generated political videos are more about memes and money than persuading and deceiving
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Videos of sexually suggestive, AI-generated children are racking up millions of likes on TikTok, study finds

Videos of sexually suggestive, AI-generated children are racking up millions of likes on TikTok, study finds

Videos of sexually suggestive, AI-generated children are racking up millions of likes on TikTok, study finds
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Border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia intensify with airstrikes and artillery attacks

Cambodia says Thailand has launched more airstrikes as heavy fighting flares along their border

Border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia intensify with airstrikes and artillery attacks
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Verona's ancient Roman Arena gets a modern facelift for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games

Verona's ancient Roman Arena is getting a modern facelift for the 2026 Milan Cortina Games

Verona's ancient Roman Arena gets a modern facelift for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games
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American West art masterpieces from a billionaire Koch brother head to auction

Some of the most iconic American Western art is heading to auction at Christie’s in New York

American West art masterpieces from a billionaire Koch brother head to auction
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‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee

‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee

‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee
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Senator calls for release of man detained by federal agents after he was attacked by a patrol dog

Senator calls for release of man detained by federal agents after he was attacked by a patrol dog

Senator calls for release of man detained by federal agents after he was attacked by a patrol dog
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The painting that introduced 'Star Wars' to the world fetches $3.9M at auction

The painting that introduced the movie “Star Wars” to the world nearly 50 years ago sold at auction for $3.875 million

The painting that introduced 'Star Wars' to the world fetches $3.9M at auction
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Prison officials tell judge ex-Abercrombie & Fitch CEO is competent to stand trial

Federal prison officials say the former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch is fit to stand trial on federal sex trafficking charges

Prison officials tell judge ex-Abercrombie & Fitch CEO is competent to stand trial
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House passes defense bill to raise troop pay and overhaul weapons purchases

The House votes to pass a sweeping defense policy bill that authorizes $900 billion in military programs

House passes defense bill to raise troop pay and overhaul weapons purchases
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Sundance Film Festival unveils 90 feature films for its last Utah edition

Charli XCX is heading to the Sundance Film Festival in January 2026

Sundance Film Festival unveils 90 feature films for its last Utah edition
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Trump enters Warner Bros. fight, says it’s ‘imperative that CNN be sold’

Trump enters Warner Bros. fight, says it’s ‘imperative that CNN be sold’

Trump enters Warner Bros. fight, says it’s ‘imperative that CNN be sold’
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Oscars recognize casting for the first time, offering a spotlight on a key job in the movie industry

Casting directors have long been the unsung heroes behind films like “Wicked.”

Oscars recognize casting for the first time, offering a spotlight on a key job in the movie industry
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Kamala Harris is extending her book tour in 2026 and hitting politically important territory

Kamala Harris is extending her book tour in 2026 and hitting politically important territory

Kamala Harris is extending her book tour in 2026 and hitting politically important territory
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Jake Heggie's new opera 'The Judgment of Paris' will mix mythology and an infamous wine competition

Composer Jake Heggie is set to premiere his opera “The Judgment of Paris,” inspired by the famous 1976 wine tasting where California wines triumphed over French selections

Jake Heggie's new opera 'The Judgment of Paris' will mix mythology and an infamous wine competition
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Former 'Real Housewives' star moved from prison to community program for remainder of her sentence

Jennifer Shah, a former star on “The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City,” has been moved from a federal prison into a community confinement program after serving less than half of her sentence for defrauding thousands of people

Former 'Real Housewives' star moved from prison to community program for remainder of her sentence
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James Patterson gives $500 checks to 600 booksellers

Author James Patterson has surprised hundreds of booksellers with $500 checks for the holidays

James Patterson gives $500 checks to 600 booksellers
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Iceland becomes 5th country to boycott Eurovision Song Contest over Israel's participation

Iceland's national broadcaster has announced it will boycott next year's Eurovision Song Contest due to discord over Israel's participation

Iceland becomes 5th country to boycott Eurovision Song Contest over Israel's participation
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UN recognizes compas, a Haitian music and dance genre that has marked generations and brought joy

Compas, a beloved Haitian music and dance genre inspired by merengue and infused with percussion, has made UNESCO’s cultural heritage list

UN recognizes compas, a Haitian music and dance genre that has marked generations and brought joy
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Our AP Breakthrough Entertainers of 2025 take a survey

The youngest is 16

Our AP Breakthrough Entertainers of 2025 take a survey
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Beyoncé, Venus Williams, Nicole Kidman and Anna Wintour will co-chair next Met Gala

The next Met Gala co-chairs have been announced, and it's a high-powered quartet: Beyoncé, Venus Williams and Nicole Kidman will join Vogue's Anna Wintour in hosting the starry event next May

Beyoncé, Venus Williams, Nicole Kidman and Anna Wintour will co-chair next Met Gala
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Sophie Kinsella, author of the millions-selling ‘Shopaholic’ novels, dies at 55

Writer Sophie Kinsella, known for her rom-com "Confessions of a Shopaholic," has died at 55

Sophie Kinsella, author of the millions-selling ‘Shopaholic’ novels, dies at 55
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Sarkozy describes his prison stay and advises on appealing to the far right in his new book

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy describes his time behind bars in a book released Wednesday

Sarkozy describes his prison stay and advises on appealing to the far right in his new book
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Paramount’s hostile takeover bid is one of the largest

Paramount’s hostile takeover bid is one of the largest

Paramount’s hostile takeover bid is one of the largest
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The Associated Press names its Breakthrough Entertainers of 2025

Five people who became stars in 2025 have been named The Associated Press’ Breakthrough Entertainers of the Year

The Associated Press names its Breakthrough Entertainers of 2025
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Arden Cho seizes her golden moment after Hollywood heartbreak

Three years ago, Arden Cho was ready to walk away from acting

Arden Cho seizes her golden moment after Hollywood heartbreak
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Owen Cooper goes from 'Adolescence' to new 'Heights'

Owen Cooper has been named one of The Associated Press' Breakthrough Entertainers for 2025

Owen Cooper goes from 'Adolescence' to new 'Heights'
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Sophie Kinsella, bestselling ‘Shopaholic’ author, dies at 55

Sophie Kinsella, bestselling ‘Shopaholic’ author, dies at 55

Sophie Kinsella, bestselling ‘Shopaholic’ author, dies at 55
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Supreme Court struggles over whether Alabama can execute man found to be intellectually disabled

The Supreme Court has heard arguments about how courts should decide borderline cases of whether convicted murderers are intellectually disabled and should be shielded from execution

Supreme Court struggles over whether Alabama can execute man found to be intellectually disabled
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Faith leaders embrace sound baths to connect with spiritual seekers

Sound baths are meditative experiences where participants lie down and are immersed in sound waves from instruments like gongs, singing bowls and chimes

Faith leaders embrace sound baths to connect with spiritual seekers
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US playwright Jeremy O. Harris released 3 weeks after arrest in Japan for alleged drug smuggling

The American playwright and actor Jeremy O

US playwright Jeremy O. Harris released 3 weeks after arrest in Japan for alleged drug smuggling
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Italian cuisine becomes world’s first to be awarded UNESCO status

Italian cuisine has achieved a significant milestone, becoming the first entire gastronomic style to be recognized by UNESCO, the UN's cultural body. The recognition arrives as Italy intensifies its efforts to combat "fake" Italian food. CNN's Barbie Latza Nadeau reports from Rome.

Italian cuisine becomes world’s first to be awarded UNESCO status
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Nnena Kalu is first artist with a learning disability to win the prestigious Turner Prize

Scottish artist Nnena Kalu has won the Turner Prize for her vivid abstract drawings and sculptures

Nnena Kalu is first artist with a learning disability to win the prestigious Turner Prize
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Paramount says China's Tencent withdrew from its Warner Bros bid to avert national security issues

Paramount Skydance says that the Chinese gaming and social media giant Tencent Holdings withdrew from its bid to buy Warner Bros Discovery to avert a national security review

Paramount says China's Tencent withdrew from its Warner Bros bid to avert national security issues
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Nnena Kalu ‘makes history’ by winning Turner Prize 2025

Nnena Kalu ‘makes history’ by winning Turner Prize 2025

Nnena Kalu ‘makes history’ by winning Turner Prize 2025
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Designer Manish Malhotra throws India’s best parties. Here’s his guide to picking the perfect gift

Designer Manish Malhotra throws India’s best parties. Here’s his guide to picking the perfect gift

Designer Manish Malhotra throws India’s best parties. Here’s his guide to picking the perfect gift
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Indigenous artifacts returned by the Vatican are now at a Canadian museum

A selection of items returned by the Vatican is now at the Canadian Museum of History after First Nations, Inuit and Métis leaders for years called for the repatriation of Indigenous artifacts

Indigenous artifacts returned by the Vatican are now at a Canadian museum
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Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s trial postponed over two months by judge

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s trial postponed over two months by judge

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s trial postponed over two months by judge
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NASCAR chairman refuses to budge on team charters in testimony during Michael Jordan's lawsuit

NASCAR Chairman Jim France has testified in Michael Jordan’s federal antitrust lawsuit against his family that he still has not changed his mind on granting teams permanent charters

NASCAR chairman refuses to budge on team charters in testimony during Michael Jordan's lawsuit
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Son arrested after Grammy-nominated singer Jubilant Sykes is stabbed to death at California home

Authorities say Grammy-nominated singer Jubilant Sykes was stabbed to death at his home in Santa Monica, California, and his son was arrested on suspicion of murder

Son arrested after Grammy-nominated singer Jubilant Sykes is stabbed to death at California home
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Millions of Australian children just lost access to social media. What’s happening and will it work?

Millions of Australian children just lost access to social media. What’s happening and will it work?

Millions of Australian children just lost access to social media. What’s happening and will it work?
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Jason Bateman makes a rare comment about his sister Justine Bateman

Jason Bateman makes a rare comment about his sister Justine Bateman

Jason Bateman makes a rare comment about his sister Justine Bateman
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Paramount goes hostile in bid for Warner Bros., challenging a $72 billion offer by Netflix

Paramount has launched a hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros

Paramount goes hostile in bid for Warner Bros., challenging a $72 billion offer by Netflix
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Turkish student who criticized Israel can resume research at Tufts after visa revoked, judge rules

A federal judge has allowed a Tufts University student from Turkey to resume research and teaching while she challenges her arrest and detention by the Trump administration

Turkish student who criticized Israel can resume research at Tufts after visa revoked, judge rules
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Little Village families hold annual Our Lady of Guadalupe procession

Little Village families hold annual Our Lady of Guadalupe procession

Little Village families hold annual Our Lady of Guadalupe procession
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Stockton music artists invite children to record 'peace anthem' after mass shooting leaves 4 dead

Stockton music artists invite children to record 'peace anthem' after mass shooting leaves 4 dead

Stockton music artists invite children to record 'peace anthem' after mass shooting leaves 4 dead
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Pamela Anderson opens up about being ‘romantically involved’ with Liam Neeson

Pamela Anderson opens up about being ‘romantically involved’ with Liam Neeson

Pamela Anderson opens up about being ‘romantically involved’ with Liam Neeson
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Controversial nativity scene will remain until further conversation with archdiocese, church leaders say

Controversial nativity scene will remain until further conversation with archdiocese, church leaders say

Controversial nativity scene will remain until further conversation with archdiocese, church leaders say
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Sabrina Carpenter’s and Chappell Roan’s sexy pop hits have roots in the bedroom ballads of Teddy Pendergrass and Philly soul

The soul singer-turned-R&B sex symbol Teddy Pendergrass helped define the Sound of Philadelphia in the 1970s.

Sabrina Carpenter’s and Chappell Roan’s sexy pop hits have roots in the bedroom ballads of Teddy Pendergrass and Philly soul
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In 'The Chronology of Water,' Imogen Poots found a great role, and a best friend in Kristen Stewart

Imogen Poots has been working in film, television and theater for 20 years

In 'The Chronology of Water,' Imogen Poots found a great role, and a best friend in Kristen Stewart
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Thailand and Cambodia are fighting again, leaving a Trump-brokered peace agreement on brink of collapse. What happened?

Thailand and Cambodia are fighting again, leaving a Trump-brokered peace agreement on brink of collapse. What happened?

Thailand and Cambodia are fighting again, leaving a Trump-brokered peace agreement on brink of collapse. What happened?
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Angola’s slavery museum confronts the darkest horrors of the trade — and honors those who fought back

Angola’s slavery museum confronts the darkest horrors of the trade — and honors those who fought back

Angola’s slavery museum confronts the darkest horrors of the trade — and honors those who fought back
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A unique app is changing the dating game for disabled and chronically ill people

A unique app is changing the dating game for disabled and chronically ill people

A unique app is changing the dating game for disabled and chronically ill people
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Look of the Week: Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner know how to promote a movie

Look of the Week: Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner know how to promote a movie

Look of the Week: Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner know how to promote a movie
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Google facing a new antitrust probe in Europe over content it uses for AI

The European Union is investigating Google for potential antitrust violations related to its AI models

Google facing a new antitrust probe in Europe over content it uses for AI
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Nicaraguans celebrate Virgin Mary in Miami despite fears at home and in US

Hundreds of Nicaraguans caroled the Virgin Mary at flower-and-light-filled altars set up in church parking lots as well as the back of vehicles on the streets of Miami to mark the solemnity of the Immaculate Conception

Nicaraguans celebrate Virgin Mary in Miami despite fears at home and in US
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Luigi Mangione was arrested one year ago today. Inside how it went down

Luigi Mangione was arrested one year ago today. Inside how it went down

Luigi Mangione was arrested one year ago today. Inside how it went down
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Thieves snatch more than a dozen artworks from Brazil library in daytime heist

Thieves snatch more than a dozen artworks from Brazil library in daytime heist

Thieves snatch more than a dozen artworks from Brazil library in daytime heist
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Georgia O'Keeffe's views of the New Mexico desert will be preserved with conservation plan

A new conservation plan would preserve pristine desert vistas beside the longtime home of 20th century painter Georgia O’Keeffe and ensure visitors continued access to a spiritual retreat, along with winter pasture for livestock

Georgia O'Keeffe's views of the New Mexico desert will be preserved with conservation plan
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Jennifer Lawrence reinvents the ‘cool girl’ for a new generation

Jennifer Lawrence reinvents the ‘cool girl’ for a new generation

Jennifer Lawrence reinvents the ‘cool girl’ for a new generation
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Holiday ornaments decorate life all year long in this Belgian shop

Christel Dauwe has been living in a holiday wonderland year-round with her Christmas ornament shop in Antwerp, Belgium

Holiday ornaments decorate life all year long in this Belgian shop
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Sean Penn shocks Julia Roberts with career reflection

Oscar-award winning actors Sean Penn and Julia Roberts, who also happen to be longtime friends and neighbors, open up about their career trajectories and most famous roles. Stream the full Variety and CNN 'Actors on Actors' episodes on the CNN app.

Sean Penn shocks Julia Roberts with career reflection
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Trump greenlights exports of Nvidia H200 chips to China

Trump greenlights exports of Nvidia H200 chips to China

Trump greenlights exports of Nvidia H200 chips to China
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Federal judge declines to release Tina Peters, the only Trump ally in prison for 2020 election-related crimes

Federal judge declines to release Tina Peters, the only Trump ally in prison for 2020 election-related crimes

Federal judge declines to release Tina Peters, the only Trump ally in prison for 2020 election-related crimes
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What to know about Paramount's hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Warner Bros

What to know about Paramount's hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
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How to fall asleep anywhere, from airplanes to your office nap room

Sleep coach Nick Littlehales developed techniques to help professional climbers sleep while hanging off the side of a mountain. He explains how we can use similar methods to train ourselves to nap practically anywhere.

How to fall asleep anywhere, from airplanes to your office nap room
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Economist says NASCAR owes $364.7M to teams in antitrust case

An economist testified in Michael Jordan’s federal antitrust trial against NASCAR that the racing series owes a combined $364.7 million in damages to the two teams suing it over a revenue-sharing dispute

Economist says NASCAR owes $364.7M to teams in antitrust case
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Battle over future of Warner Bros. Discovery captures Trump’s attention

Battle over future of Warner Bros. Discovery captures Trump’s attention

Battle over future of Warner Bros. Discovery captures Trump’s attention
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Ryan Coogler, Rose Byrne, Chase Infiniti, Joachim Trier react to Golden Globe nominations

The Golden Globes nominees have been announced, featuring a diverse group of top names from film and television

Ryan Coogler, Rose Byrne, Chase Infiniti, Joachim Trier react to Golden Globe nominations
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12 FBI agents fired for kneeling during racial justice protest sue to get their jobs back

Twelve former FBI agents fired after kneeling during a 2020 racial justice protest in Washington have sued to get their jobs back

12 FBI agents fired for kneeling during racial justice protest sue to get their jobs back
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Jimmy Kimmel will continue with Disney’s ABC for at least another year

Jimmy Kimmel will continue with Disney’s ABC for at least another year

Jimmy Kimmel will continue with Disney’s ABC for at least another year
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Ikea executive speaks with CNN ahead of new store launch

Chief sustainability officer of IKEA Australia and New Zealand, Mirja Viinanen, joins Elex Michaelson to share details about the new store in New Zealand. Plus, Michaelson asks Viinanen if she can put together IKEA products herself.

Ikea executive speaks with CNN ahead of new store launch
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Wall Street pulls back from its record heights

U.S. stocks pulled away from their record heights

Wall Street pulls back from its record heights
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A Utah man's death-defying pivot to the circus arts

A Utah man's death-defying pivot to the circus arts

A Utah man's death-defying pivot to the circus arts
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California man marks his 15,000th spin on Disneyland's 'Cars' ride

A California man says he has marked his 15,000th spin on an auto-racing Disneyland attraction inspired by the animated film “Cars.”

California man marks his 15,000th spin on Disneyland's 'Cars' ride
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Golden Globes enter the world of podcasts and tread carefully, avoiding controversy

The Golden Globes have introduced a best podcast category that's likely to spark conversations

Golden Globes enter the world of podcasts and tread carefully, avoiding controversy
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Archdiocese weighs in on church’s ‘Ice Was Here’ nativity scene

Archdiocese weighs in on church’s ‘Ice Was Here’ nativity scene

Archdiocese weighs in on church’s ‘Ice Was Here’ nativity scene
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Paramount launches a hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Paramount launches a hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Paramount launches a hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
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Netflix-Warner deal would drive streaming market further down the road of ‘Big 3’ domination

US industries have traditionally consolidated into 3 to 5 main players. When it comes to streaming, Netflix, Amazon Prime and Disney are the top trio.

Netflix-Warner deal would drive streaming market further down the road of ‘Big 3’ domination
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Down syndrome employees find dream job with Kansas City Chiefs

Down syndrome employees find dream job with Kansas City Chiefs

Down syndrome employees find dream job with Kansas City Chiefs
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The Golden Globe nominations are here and it was a pretty solid year for movies and television

The Golden Globe nominations are here and it was a pretty solid year for movies and television

The Golden Globe nominations are here and it was a pretty solid year for movies and television
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Golden Globe snubs and surprises: ‘Wicked,’ Julia Roberts, Sydney Sweeney and more

The Golden Globe nominations have left many surprised with notable snubs and unexpected inclusions

Golden Globe snubs and surprises: ‘Wicked,’ Julia Roberts, Sydney Sweeney and more
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‘Wicked: For Good’ didn’t work its magic on the Golden Globes

‘Wicked: For Good’ didn’t work its magic on the Golden Globes

‘Wicked: For Good’ didn’t work its magic on the Golden Globes
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VA community saves Christmas after vandals destroy 40-foot cedar tree: 'It really worked out'

VA community saves Christmas after vandals destroy 40-foot cedar tree: 'It really worked out'

VA community saves Christmas after vandals destroy 40-foot cedar tree: 'It really worked out'
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'One Battle After Another' leads Golden Globe nominations, while 'Wicked: For Good' falters

Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” topped the Golden Globe nominations on Monday

'One Battle After Another' leads Golden Globe nominations, while 'Wicked: For Good' falters
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Coldplay, U2 and Ed Sheeran top Pollstar's most popular touring artists of the new millennium

Pollstar has ranked the top 25 “Most Popular Touring Artists of the Millennium” based on ticket sales from Jan. 1, 2001, to the end of 2025

Coldplay, U2 and Ed Sheeran top Pollstar's most popular touring artists of the new millennium
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Restaurant that served free meals during government shutdown now in need of your help

Restaurant that served free meals during government shutdown now in need of your help

Restaurant that served free meals during government shutdown now in need of your help
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Jeff Kent elected to baseball Hall of Fame, which again keeps doors shut for Bonds and Clemens

Jeff Kent has been elected to baseball’s Hall of Fame by the contemporary era committee, while steroids-tainted stars Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens were among seven players who fell short once again

Jeff Kent elected to baseball Hall of Fame, which again keeps doors shut for Bonds and Clemens
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What does it mean to be a new national park? Ocmulgee Mounds in Georgia may soon find out

Ocmulgee Mounds may soon be redesignated by Congress as America’s 64th national park. But what does this actually mean, and why does it matter?

What does it mean to be a new national park? Ocmulgee Mounds in Georgia may soon find out
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Trump says Netflix deal to buy Warner Bros. 'could be a problem' because of size of market share

President Donald Trump says a deal struck by Netflix to buy Warner Bros

Trump says Netflix deal to buy Warner Bros. 'could be a problem' because of size of market share
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Water leak in Louvre damages hundreds of books

Water leak in Louvre damages hundreds of books

Water leak in Louvre damages hundreds of books
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CNN Heroes: Looking back at Robert Redford’s legacy and his fight to protect the planet

Acclaimed actor and director Robert Redford was one of the first celebrities to use his platform to draw attention to environmental issues in the 1970s. For more than four decades, he advocated to preserve the earth’s natural resources and protect the planet from climate change. He is this year’s CNN Heroes Legacy Award honoree, introduced by Meryl Streep.

CNN Heroes: Looking back at Robert Redford’s legacy and his fight to protect the planet
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British ‘teatime’ is a very complicated business. Sometimes there isn’t even any tea

British ‘teatime’ is a very complicated business. Sometimes there isn’t even any tea

British ‘teatime’ is a very complicated business. Sometimes there isn’t even any tea
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Kabuki film ‘Kokuho’ is a box office hit aiming for the Oscars. It could help revive the art form itself

Kabuki film ‘Kokuho’ is a box office hit aiming for the Oscars. It could help revive the art form itself

Kabuki film ‘Kokuho’ is a box office hit aiming for the Oscars. It could help revive the art form itself
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Trump hosts Kennedy Center Honors, a touchstone in his attack against what he calls 'woke' culture

Sylvester Stallone, Kiss and Gloria Gaynor are among the luminaries celebrated at the annual Kennedy Center Honors

Trump hosts Kennedy Center Honors, a touchstone in his attack against what he calls 'woke' culture
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Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry go Instagram official

Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry go Instagram official

Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry go Instagram official
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If you want that tattoo erased it's going to hurt and it's going to cost you

Colin Farrell’s had it done — many times

If you want that tattoo erased it's going to hurt and it's going to cost you
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CNN announces the 2025 Hero of the Year Quilen Blackwell

CNN’s Anderson Cooper and Laura Coates announce the 2025 CNN Hero of the Year during CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute.

CNN announces the 2025 Hero of the Year Quilen Blackwell
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Serial beauty entrepreneur Sharmadean Reid builds brands for a living. Here’s how she shops for others

Serial beauty entrepreneur Sharmadean Reid builds brands for a living. Here’s how she shops for others

Serial beauty entrepreneur Sharmadean Reid builds brands for a living. Here’s how she shops for others
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The Vatican returns sacred artifacts held for a century to their Indigenous owners

The Vatican returns sacred artifacts held for a century to their Indigenous owners

The Vatican returns sacred artifacts held for a century to their Indigenous owners
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What to Stream: Brad Pitt, 'Spinal Tap II,' Percy Jackson and lots and lots of Taylor Swift

A six-episode, behind-the-scenes Disney+ docuseries about Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour and Rian Johnson’s third “Knives Out” movie, “Wake Up Dead Man,” are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you

What to Stream: Brad Pitt, 'Spinal Tap II,' Percy Jackson and lots and lots of Taylor Swift
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After months of bending the Kennedy Center to his will, Trump takes center stage for the annual honors

After months of bending the Kennedy Center to his will, Trump takes center stage for the annual honors

After months of bending the Kennedy Center to his will, Trump takes center stage for the annual honors
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‘Electrical fireworks’ may have sparked Goa nightclub fire that killed 25

‘Electrical fireworks’ may have sparked Goa nightclub fire that killed 25

‘Electrical fireworks’ may have sparked Goa nightclub fire that killed 25
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La Scala gala crowd cheers premiere of Shostakovich's 'Lady Macbeth' once censored by Stalin

The gala crowd at Milan's Teatro alla Scala has cheered the season premiere of Dmitry Shostakovich's "Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk" with a 12-minute standing ovation

La Scala gala crowd cheers premiere of Shostakovich's 'Lady Macbeth' once censored by Stalin
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Unseen photos of Rosa Parks return to Montgomery, Alabama, seven decades later

Newly released photos of Rosa Parks emphasize lesser-known aspects of her legacy

Unseen photos of Rosa Parks return to Montgomery, Alabama, seven decades later
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‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ scares up audiences to top weekend box office

‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ scares up audiences to top weekend box office

‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ scares up audiences to top weekend box office
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Nobel literature laureate Krasznahorkai delivers rare lecture in Stockholm

Hungarian author and Nobel Prize for Literature 2025 winner László Krasznahorkai, known for his surreal and anarchic novels, gave a rare public lecture in Stockholm on Sunday

Nobel literature laureate Krasznahorkai delivers rare lecture in Stockholm
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Tiny Tim sign returns to Canton after 30 years, spreading holiday cheer

Tiny Tim sign returns to Canton after 30 years, spreading holiday cheer

Tiny Tim sign returns to Canton after 30 years, spreading holiday cheer
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Bad reviews didn’t scare off the ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ audience. It even broke a record

“Five Nights at Freddy’s 2” is dominating the box office in its opening weekend in North America

Bad reviews didn’t scare off the ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ audience. It even broke a record
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Puerto Rico salsa giant Rafael Ithier, who led El Gran Combo for more than half a century, dies

Rafael Ithier, a beloved musician and a founder of the legendary salsa band El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, whose hits have inspired Bad Bunny and other icons, has died

Puerto Rico salsa giant Rafael Ithier, who led El Gran Combo for more than half a century, dies
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What is Netflix buying? A visual history of 100 years of Warner Bros.

What is Netflix buying? A visual history of 100 years of Warner Bros.

What is Netflix buying? A visual history of 100 years of Warner Bros.
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British documentary photographer Martin Parr dies at 73

British documentary photographer Martin Parr dies at 73

British documentary photographer Martin Parr dies at 73
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Who are the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees?

Who are the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees?

Who are the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees?
Arts

Scorned by the president, Somalis in Minnesota are embraced by the state that took them in

Scorned by the president, Somalis in Minnesota are embraced by the state that took them in

Scorned by the president, Somalis in Minnesota are embraced by the state that took them in
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Inside Trump’s transformation of the Kennedy Center

Inside Trump’s transformation of the Kennedy Center

Inside Trump’s transformation of the Kennedy Center
Arts

Petr Yan stunningly dominates Merab Dvalishvili to capture the bantamweight championship at UFC 323

Petr Yan stunned Merab Dvalishvili with a dominating effort to capture the bantamweight championship by unanimous decision at UFC 323 on Saturday night

Petr Yan stunningly dominates Merab Dvalishvili to capture the bantamweight championship at UFC 323
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A Bollywood film is turning India’s monument to love into a symbol of division

A Bollywood film is turning India’s monument to love into a symbol of division

A Bollywood film is turning India’s monument to love into a symbol of division