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Ariana Grande goes full Glinda, 'Wicked' bestie Erivo does Elphaba proud in green on Oscars carpet
Read full article: Ariana Grande goes full Glinda, 'Wicked' bestie Erivo does Elphaba proud in green on Oscars carpetBold reds, classic black and pops of pink took over the Oscars red carpet Sunday.
Susan Fang makes Milan runway debut with joyous confections inspired by mother's happy childhood
Read full article: Susan Fang makes Milan runway debut with joyous confections inspired by mother's happy childhoodThe last day of Milan Fashion Week dawned Sunday with fanciful and joyous confections shown beneath an arch of iridescent flowers by emerging designer Susan Fang, whose latest collection was supported by Dolce & Gabbana.
Giorgio Armani's latest collection plumbs roots of 50-year-old brand in intimate salon setting
Read full article: Giorgio Armani's latest collection plumbs roots of 50-year-old brand in intimate salon settingGiorgio Armani created an intimate salon for the fashion crowd to get an up-close view Sunday of the latest collection from his signature brand, an extravaganza of textures, craftsmanship and the designer’s trademark elegance.
Miami Beach mayor says no to getting back together a year after breaking up with spring breakers
Read full article: Miami Beach mayor says no to getting back together a year after breaking up with spring breakersMiami Beach broke up with spring break last year and city leaders still aren’t interested in couples counseling.
Rocker Victoria De Angelis spins a DJ set as Dolce & Gabbana's Milan show spills onto the streets
Read full article: Rocker Victoria De Angelis spins a DJ set as Dolce & Gabbana's Milan show spills onto the streetsThe Dolce & Gabbana runway finished on the streets Saturday, letting the crowd of fashion fans gathered outside share the excitement of the normally closed and exclusive world of Milan Fashion Week.
The world's most famous sled dog race is longer than ever. Here's a look at Iditarod, by the numbers
Read full article: The world's most famous sled dog race is longer than ever. Here's a look at Iditarod, by the numbersThe world's most famous sled dog race will have its longest course ever this year.
Versace struts confident collection as rumors swirl that the Milan fashion mainstay is on the market
Read full article: Versace struts confident collection as rumors swirl that the Milan fashion mainstay is on the marketDonatella Versace strutted a confident collection brimming with house codes during Milan Fashion Week amid speculation that the fashion house is on the market.
Best mullet? Best use of Taylor Swift? AP hands out its own movie awards ahead of the Oscars
Read full article: Best mullet? Best use of Taylor Swift? AP hands out its own movie awards ahead of the OscarsHollywood’s never-ending awards season can make it easy to get a little lost in the run-of-the-mill “best” categories.
What to stream: Lady Gaga, Daredevil, the Duchess of Sussex 'Deli Boys' and an evil Hugh Grant
Read full article: What to stream: Lady Gaga, Daredevil, the Duchess of Sussex 'Deli Boys' and an evil Hugh GrantLady Gaga's seventh studio album “Mayhem” and a new lifestyle series on Netflix from the Duchess of Sussex called “With Love, Meghan” are some of this week’s new streaming entertainment releases.
To her, Hurricane Helene debris isn’t trash. It is full of memories — and she’s returning them
Read full article: To her, Hurricane Helene debris isn’t trash. It is full of memories — and she’s returning themU.S. National Guard Capt. Jill Holtz spends much of her free time in Swannanoa, North Carolina, searching for items lost from Hurricane Helene's severe flooding a few months ago.
'Chicken Shop Date' creator Amelia Dimoldenberg brings flirty awkwardness to the Oscars red carpet
Read full article: 'Chicken Shop Date' creator Amelia Dimoldenberg brings flirty awkwardness to the Oscars red carpet“Chicken Shop Date” creator Amelia Dimoldenberg is returning to the Oscars red carpet for the second year.
A look at Louisiana's Mardi Gras festivities through the years
Read full article: A look at Louisiana's Mardi Gras festivities through the yearsThe 2025 Carnival Season -- marked by a weekslong pre-Lenten bash and complete with colorful parades, shimmery beads tossed from floats and streets lined with costumed revelers -- is reaching its conclusion on the Gulf Coast.
Hiker rescues pup from abandoned coal pit after frigid weeklong search in Pennsylvania
Read full article: Hiker rescues pup from abandoned coal pit after frigid weeklong search in PennsylvaniaA golden retriever pup named Freddy is back home with his family in Pennsylvania after a frigid weeklong search that ended with his rescue from an abandoned coal pit.
Max Mara offers cashmere comfort when the day, or the world, goes awry
Read full article: Max Mara offers cashmere comfort when the day, or the world, goes awryThe Max Mara woman is following her dreams and taking comfort in well-tailored cashmere in soothing monochromes when the day – or world -- goes awry.
Egg prices could jump 41% this year, USDA says, as Trump's bird flu plan is unveiled
Read full article: Egg prices could jump 41% this year, USDA says, as Trump's bird flu plan is unveiledThe Trump administration believes a renewed emphasis on biosecurity can help in the battle against bird flu and ease egg prices.
Amazon's new AI-powered Alexa promises to be your 'best friend in a digital world' for a monthly fee
Read full article: Amazon's new AI-powered Alexa promises to be your 'best friend in a digital world' for a monthly feeAmazon on Wednesday unveiled a generative-AI infused Alexa that it says will allow the popular voice assistant to have more personality, check a user’s tone and even plan romantic dates.
Jil Sander collection creates light from darkness as designers Lucie and Luke Meier leave the brand
Read full article: Jil Sander collection creates light from darkness as designers Lucie and Luke Meier leave the brandThe latest Jil Sander collection with shimmering surfaces cut dramatically against the darkened runway on the second day of Milan Fashion Week runway previews for next fall and winter.
Pakistan’s transgender community finds hope and dignity at a culinary school
Read full article: Pakistan’s transgender community finds hope and dignity at a culinary schoolA culinary program for transgender people in Pakistan is giving members of the community professional training, as well as dignity and hope.
Starbucks is cutting some 'less popular' drinks from its menu. Here's what will be removed next week
Read full article: Starbucks is cutting some 'less popular' drinks from its menu. Here's what will be removed next weekStarbucks is making cuts to its menu, with some of the coffee giant’s “less popular beverages” set to take their final bow next week.
Coca-Cola’s appeal to Palestinians fizzles as the Mideast war boosts demand for a local look-alike
Read full article: Coca-Cola’s appeal to Palestinians fizzles as the Mideast war boosts demand for a local look-alikeThe caramel brown liquid, red-and-white soda cans and splashy big font bear remarkable resemblance to an iconic American soft drink.
Plane that flipped over in Canada highlights some of the dangers of holding kids on your lap
Read full article: Plane that flipped over in Canada highlights some of the dangers of holding kids on your lapA crash landing of a Delta Air Lines flight in Toronto has highlighted the potential dangers of flying with a young child on an adult's lap.
What to stream: The Oscars with Conan O’Brien, Kate Hudson in 'Running Point' and 'Nickel Boys'
Read full article: What to stream: The Oscars with Conan O’Brien, Kate Hudson in 'Running Point' and 'Nickel Boys'The Oscars telecast hosted by Conan O’Brien and Kate Hudson playing a pro basketball team president in a new Netflix series called “Running Point” are some of this week’s new streaming entertainment releases.
New Hampshire artist whose 'daily doodle' pandemic project lasted 1,727 days dies at 92
Read full article: New Hampshire artist whose 'daily doodle' pandemic project lasted 1,727 days dies at 92A New Hampshire artist who started drawing intricate and imaginative “daily doodles” during the COVID-19 pandemic and kept it up for nearly five years straight has died.
Chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen broke a dress code with jeans. Now he's selling them for charity
Read full article: Chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen broke a dress code with jeans. Now he's selling them for charityTop-ranked chess player Magnus Carlsen is turning his controversial denim into some greens — for charity.
French street artist Shuck One pays tribute to Black history at Pompidou Center in Paris
Read full article: French street artist Shuck One pays tribute to Black history at Pompidou Center in ParisFrench street artist Shuck One is honoring Black figures who shaped France’s recent history on the mainland and overseas in an art installation.
Wellness blogger Belle Gibson lied about having cancer. Years later, Australia is still chasing her
Read full article: Wellness blogger Belle Gibson lied about having cancer. Years later, Australia is still chasing herThe consumer watchdog in the Australian state of Victoria said this week it's still pursuing the disgraced wellness influencer Belle Gibson, who lied about having terminal brain cancer and curing it through healthy living, for the hefty fines she was ordered to pay in 2017.
Survivors of past air disasters offer support after Toronto crash
Read full article: Survivors of past air disasters offer support after Toronto crashSurvivors of past aviation accidents are offering advice and support to the 80 passengers and crew members of the plane that crashed and flipped over in Toronto.
White House will celebrate Black History Month as some government agencies skip after anti-DEI order
Read full article: White House will celebrate Black History Month as some government agencies skip after anti-DEI orderPresident Donald Trump marked Black History Month at the White House on Thursday by making an appearance at a celebratory reception with a surprise guest, golf legend Tiger Woods, while calling out other athletes in attendance and marveling at the size of the crowd.
Apple unveils a souped-up and more expensive version of its lowest priced iPhone
Read full article: Apple unveils a souped-up and more expensive version of its lowest priced iPhoneApple has released a sleeker and more expensive version of its lowest priced iPhone in an attempt to widen the audience for a bundle of artificial intelligence technology that the company has been hoping will revive demand for its most profitable product lineup.
Learn a few laundry secrets from the baseball pros — the clubhouse staffers who wash MLB uniforms
Read full article: Learn a few laundry secrets from the baseball pros — the clubhouse staffers who wash MLB uniformsFrom the pinstripes of New York to the Dodger blues of Los Angeles, there is a strong connection among the clubhouse staffers who wash the uniforms of the major leagues.
True crime cruise will star John Walsh and hosts of 'RedHanded,' 'Scamfluencers' and 'Kill List'
Read full article: True crime cruise will star John Walsh and hosts of 'RedHanded,' 'Scamfluencers' and 'Kill List'Hosts of many popular true crime podcasts will headline a true crime-themed cruise next year that’s being billed as a first-of-its kind immersive mystery experience at sea.
Really, who were those masked men? New series of books probes backstories of Marvel superheroes
Read full article: Really, who were those masked men? New series of books probes backstories of Marvel superheroesIf you love movies or comics, you’ve likely followed the adventures of Spider-Man, Iron Man and other superheroes.
Americans' confidence in air travel safety dips slightly after Washington plane crash: AP-NORC poll
Read full article: Americans' confidence in air travel safety dips slightly after Washington plane crash: AP-NORC pollA new poll finds Americans’ confidence in air transportation and the federal agencies tasked with maintaining air safety has slipped a little from last year, following a recent crash in Washington.
Mystical beliefs fuel Senegal’s illegal big cat trade and threaten lion’s survival in West Africa
Read full article: Mystical beliefs fuel Senegal’s illegal big cat trade and threaten lion’s survival in West AfricaThe illegal trade of lion and leopard parts is growing in Senegal and threatening the lion's survival across West Africa.
From farms to bakeries, egg shortages and price hikes are challenging small businesses
Read full article: From farms to bakeries, egg shortages and price hikes are challenging small businessesSmall business owners that rely on eggs for their products are facing sticker shock as the avian flu sparks shortages and high prices for the usually reliable staple.
'Conclave' wins best picture at BAFTAs as 'The Brutalist' takes directing and acting prizes
Read full article: 'Conclave' wins best picture at BAFTAs as 'The Brutalist' takes directing and acting prizesPapal thriller “Conclave” won four prizes including best picture at the British Academy Film Awards, at a ceremony with no single dominant winner, “The Brutalist” also won four trophies on Sunday including best director for Brady Corbet.
Daytona after Dark: The good times never stop, even when the NASCAR racing does
Read full article: Daytona after Dark: The good times never stop, even when the NASCAR racing doesWhen the sun goes down at Daytona International Speedway, the green flag drops on the infield bash that annually celebrates the over-the-top campy nature of Daytona 500 race week.
Red dye No. 3 has been banned, but what about other artificial food dyes?
Read full article: Red dye No. 3 has been banned, but what about other artificial food dyes?Health officials banned the artificial food color known as Red 3 from the U.S. food supply in January, citing a federal statute and cancer risks in lab rats.
Dozens of couples get hitched at snowy Colorado ski resort on Valentine's Day
Read full article: Dozens of couples get hitched at snowy Colorado ski resort on Valentine's DayThere is nothing like dozens of couples saying “I do” simultaneously to warm the frigid air that grips the Colorado Rockies in the heart of winter.
What to stream: '1923' returns, Tate McRae, 'Reacher,' Baldwins' reality show and a 'Suits' spin-off
Read full article: What to stream: '1923' returns, Tate McRae, 'Reacher,' Baldwins' reality show and a 'Suits' spin-offA modern reimagining of the graphic novel “The Crow” starring Bill Skarsgård plus Canadian pop musician Tate McRae offering her third album are some of this week’s new streaming entertainment releases.
Women have dominated ‘Tournament of Champions.’ Here’s what winners say is a key ingredient
Read full article: Women have dominated ‘Tournament of Champions.’ Here’s what winners say is a key ingredientWomen have dominated Food Network’s “Tournament of Champions,” the only cooking competition series that includes people of all genders where no man has ever won or made it to the finale.
'Saturday Night Live' stars name their favorite sketches and reflect on show's legacy
Read full article: 'Saturday Night Live' stars name their favorite sketches and reflect on show's legacyLegions of comedic talent have paraded through NBC’s Studio 8H, whether as cast members, writers or hosts of “Saturday Night Live.”.
US Park Service erases the word 'transgender' from website commemorating Stonewall riot
Read full article: US Park Service erases the word 'transgender' from website commemorating Stonewall riotReferences to transgender people have been removed from a National Park Service website for the Stonewall National Monument.
Many Americans think Valentine's Day is romantic and fun — not outdated or stressful: AP-NORC poll
Read full article: Many Americans think Valentine's Day is romantic and fun — not outdated or stressful: AP-NORC pollSome U.S. adults consider Valentine's Day outdated, according to a new AP-NORC poll — but many more say they love the romance and fun of quality time with partners, friends and extended family.
At 50, 'Saturday Night Live' celebrates its past as a comedy icon — and wonders about its future
Read full article: At 50, 'Saturday Night Live' celebrates its past as a comedy icon — and wonders about its futureIn a feast of special programming, NBC is celebrating the 50th anniversary of “Saturday Night Live” this weekend.
Man whose wife was killed in a hippo attack in Africa sues the US company that booked the trip
Read full article: Man whose wife was killed in a hippo attack in Africa sues the US company that booked the tripA New Jersey man whose wife was killed in a hippopotamus attack last year during a safari in Africa is suing the U.S. company that arranged the trip.
Igloo recalls over a million coolers after handle hazard causes fingertip amputation injuries
Read full article: Igloo recalls over a million coolers after handle hazard causes fingertip amputation injuriesIgloo is recalling more than 1 million of its coolers sold across the U.S., Mexico and Canada due to a handle hazard that has resulted in a handful of fingertip injuries, including some amputations.
Breakfast is booming at US restaurants. Is it also contributing to high egg prices?
Read full article: Breakfast is booming at US restaurants. Is it also contributing to high egg prices?It’s a chicken-and-egg problem: Restaurants are struggling with record-high U.S. egg prices, but their omelets, scrambles and huevos rancheros may be part of the problem.
It's a publishing fairy tale. 'Hansel and Gretel' is reimagined by Stephen King and Maurice Sendak
Read full article: It's a publishing fairy tale. 'Hansel and Gretel' is reimagined by Stephen King and Maurice SendakAn upcoming edition of “Hansel and Gretel” combines the dark and singular talents of two literary giants who apparently never met: Stephen King and the late Maurice Sendak.
US eggs prices hit a record high of $4.95 and are likely to keep climbing
Read full article: US eggs prices hit a record high of $4.95 and are likely to keep climbingEgg prices have reached a record high in the U.S. The consumer price index released on Wednesday confirmed what consumers, bakers and food companies already knew: an ongoing bird flu outbreak that began in 2022 are making eggs terribly expensive right now.
Thousands in Taiwan and China celebrate the Lantern Festival with high hopes and rice dumplings
Read full article: Thousands in Taiwan and China celebrate the Lantern Festival with high hopes and rice dumplingsThousands in Taiwan and China have celebrated the Lantern Festival, a holiday that marks the end of the Lunar New Year period and is celebrated on the 15th day of the first month of the lunar calendar.
Looking for love this Valentine's Day? Don't fall for Instagram romance scams
Read full article: Looking for love this Valentine's Day? Don't fall for Instagram romance scamsFacebook and Instagram parent company Meta Platforms is urging users to stay vigilant about “romance scams” ahead of Valentine’s Day, warning of unsolicited messages through its apps and other social media platforms, as well as general text messages.
Nearly everyone in the world breathes bad air. This is what you can do to lower your risk
Read full article: Nearly everyone in the world breathes bad air. This is what you can do to lower your riskMost of the world's population is exposed to polluted air, and to those living in cities with chronically bad air, the smog might feel inescapable.
Michael Kors takes it easy with new collection at New York Fashion Week
Read full article: Michael Kors takes it easy with new collection at New York Fashion WeekMichael Kors has created a runway that evoked his own living room to set the tone for his new Fall/Winter collection for New York Fashion Week, which focused on comfort and movement.
Almost 800 years of pomp and circumstance ensures the quality of Britain's currency
Read full article: Almost 800 years of pomp and circumstance ensures the quality of Britain's currencyA jury has convened in London for an ancient ceremony to certify that British coins meet the strictest of standards.
La Scala exhibition celebrates the theater's ballet corps with candid behind-the-scenes photos
Read full article: La Scala exhibition celebrates the theater's ballet corps with candid behind-the-scenes photosPhotographer Gérard Uféras has been granted full access to the La Scala ballet corps’ backstage over six years to produce a series of emotional and candid portraits at the heart of a new exhibition at the theater’s museum and a soon-to-be published book.
With metal detectors and patience, amateur treasure hunters unearth pieces of British history
Read full article: With metal detectors and patience, amateur treasure hunters unearth pieces of British historyMalcolm Weale was in a farmer's field with his metal detector when he unearthed a tiny and dirt-covered object.
How photos lost in American disasters find their way home, with a little help from people who care
Read full article: How photos lost in American disasters find their way home, with a little help from people who careIn the wake of deadly disasters, communities across the United States have banded together to search for lost photographs stuck in rivers and trees, or buried in the rubble.
The iconic ‘T’ stands for twisted in Tory Burch’s new collection at New York Fashion Week
Read full article: The iconic ‘T’ stands for twisted in Tory Burch’s new collection at New York Fashion WeekTory Burch has offered what she calls a “twist-ed” take American sportswear in her new fall/winter collection at New York Fashion Week — exaggerated shapes and details, a splashy backdrop and memorable music.
Most US kids aren't gaining fast enough in reading and math. These schools are different
Read full article: Most US kids aren't gaining fast enough in reading and math. These schools are differentThe average American student remains half a grade level behind pre-pandemic levels of achievement in both reading and math.