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Today: February 04, 2026
Today: February 04, 2026

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Nevada’s Jaden Grimm returns from injury to help secure school’s first title

Nevada’s Jaden Grimm returns from injury to help secure school’s first title

Nevada’s Jaden Grimm returns from injury to help secure school’s first title
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MrBeast and the Rockefeller Foundation are teaming up to spark youth philanthropy

Beast Philanthropy, the charitable organization started by MrBeast founder Jimmy Donaldson, and the Rockefeller Foundation are announcing a strategic partnership

MrBeast and the Rockefeller Foundation are teaming up to spark youth philanthropy
Arts|Entertainment

6 notable songs from Jimmy Cliff, the reggae star who has died at 81

The story of Jimmy Cliff, who has died at age 81, is in part the story of reggae itself

6 notable songs from Jimmy Cliff, the reggae star who has died at 81
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Man accused of abandoning 52 snakes after being fired

Man accused of abandoning 52 snakes after being fired

Man accused of abandoning 52 snakes after being fired
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'Bel-Air' cast reflects on series, building its own legacy and identity entering final season

With “Bel-Air” entering its fourth and final season on Monday, the cast reflects on how the ambitious Peacock drama expanded the possibilities for Black-led prestige television

'Bel-Air' cast reflects on series, building its own legacy and identity entering final season
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New Hampshire bands together to help family find lost dog

New Hampshire bands together to help family find lost dog

New Hampshire bands together to help family find lost dog
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Police take 'The Grinch' into custody after attempt to end Christmas, 'steal' ambulance

Police take 'The Grinch' into custody after attempt to end Christmas, 'steal' ambulance

Police take 'The Grinch' into custody after attempt to end Christmas, 'steal' ambulance
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Grindr ends talks on $3.46 billion take-private bid over financing uncertainty

Dating app Grindr said on Monday it has ended talks on a $3.46 billion take-private deal by its two largest shareholders, citing uncertainty over the deal's financing.

Grindr ends talks on $3.46 billion take-private bid over financing uncertainty
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Bride pulls over on the side of the road, in her wedding dress to help crash victim

Bride pulls over on the side of the road, in her wedding dress to help crash victim

Bride pulls over on the side of the road, in her wedding dress to help crash victim
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AP Top 25 Extra Points: BYU and Utah fans happy for each other's success? Seriously? Never happening

The state of Utah is having a banner college football season

AP Top 25 Extra Points: BYU and Utah fans happy for each other's success? Seriously? Never happening
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Jimmy Cliff, reggae music pioneer, dies at 81

Jimmy Cliff, the legendary Jamaican singer who along with Bob Marley popularized reggae, ska and rocksteady music over a six decade career, has died, his wife Latifa Chambers

Jimmy Cliff, reggae music pioneer, dies at 81
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‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve' co-hosts are Chance the Rapper, Rob Gronkowski, Julianne Hough and Rita Ora

Ryan Seacrest will have some star-studded company for "Dick Clark's New Year’s Rockin’ Eve" to usher in 2026

‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve' co-hosts are Chance the Rapper, Rob Gronkowski, Julianne Hough and Rita Ora
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Jon Gosselin, the star of ‘Jon & Kate Plus 8,’ has married again

Jon Gosselin, the star of ‘Jon & Kate Plus 8,’ has married again

Jon Gosselin, the star of ‘Jon & Kate Plus 8,’ has married again
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Skid pad gives drivers place to drift without threat of getting arrested

Skid pad gives drivers place to drift without threat of getting arrested

Skid pad gives drivers place to drift without threat of getting arrested
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Mastercard, L'Oreal launch joint business card for beauty salons in Latin America

Mastercard and L'Oreal are launching a joint business card for beauty salon operators in Latin America and the Caribbean, they said in a joint statement on Monday.

Mastercard, L'Oreal launch joint business card for beauty salons in Latin America
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Lollipop Lumberjack's Candy Co. is a mobile truck selling wild sweets for good causes

Lollipop Lumberjack's Candy Co. is a mobile truck selling wild sweets for good causes

Lollipop Lumberjack's Candy Co. is a mobile truck selling wild sweets for good causes
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Jimmy Cliff, reggae legend who sang ‘The Harder They Come,’ dead at 81

Jimmy Cliff, reggae legend who sang ‘The Harder They Come,’ dead at 81

Jimmy Cliff, reggae legend who sang ‘The Harder They Come,’ dead at 81
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As clouds threaten ceremony, Greece prepares a backup flame for the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics

Organizers in Ancient Olympia conducted an emergency lighting of the Olympic flame for the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Games, taking advantage of a brief spell of sunshine amid Greece’s stormy weather

As clouds threaten ceremony, Greece prepares a backup flame for the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics
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Teenager giving back to service members by stuffing stockings for sailors

Teenager giving back to service members by stuffing stockings for sailors

Teenager giving back to service members by stuffing stockings for sailors
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A 90-year journey of faith, family and service through the Salvation Army

A 90-year journey of faith, family and service through the Salvation Army

A 90-year journey of faith, family and service through the Salvation Army
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Shedeur Sanders wins 1st Browns start, Dallas stuns Philly with big comeback and Chiefs stay alive: NFL Week 12 Sunday wrap

Shedeur Sanders wins 1st Browns start, Dallas stuns Philly with big comeback and Chiefs stay alive: NFL Week 12 Sunday wrap

Shedeur Sanders wins 1st Browns start, Dallas stuns Philly with big comeback and Chiefs stay alive: NFL Week 12 Sunday wrap
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle

Record US Black Friday crowds to find fewer bargains amid high prices

Unprecedented numbers of Americans are expected to hit stores this Black Friday, but they are likely to curtail their spending as they find fewer bargains from

Record US Black Friday crowds to find fewer bargains amid high prices
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The Met Gala is facing criticism over its lead sponsors. Here’s what Anna Wintour has to say

The Met Gala is facing criticism over its lead sponsors. Here’s what Anna Wintour has to say

The Met Gala is facing criticism over its lead sponsors. Here’s what Anna Wintour has to say
Americas|Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

Udo Kier, German actor who starred in art house and Hollywood movies alike, dies at 81

Udo Kier, German actor who starred in art house and Hollywood movies alike, dies at 81

Udo Kier, German actor who starred in art house and Hollywood movies alike, dies at 81
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Cristiano Ronaldo rolls back the years with outrageous bicycle kick

Cristiano Ronaldo rolls back the years with outrageous bicycle kick

Cristiano Ronaldo rolls back the years with outrageous bicycle kick
Australia|Business|Entertainment|Technology|World

Australia adds Amazon's Twitch to teen social media ban, spares Pinterest

Australia's internet watchdog on Friday said it would include Amazon.com-owned live streaming service Twitch in

Australia adds Amazon's Twitch to teen social media ban, spares Pinterest
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Ukrainian refugee who fled war wins top sumo wrestling competition in Japan

Ukrainian refugee who fled war wins top sumo wrestling competition in Japan

Ukrainian refugee who fled war wins top sumo wrestling competition in Japan
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Young street musicians jailed for singing anti-Kremlin songs have fled Russia, media report

Two young street musicians who were jailed for more than a month in Russia for singing anti-Kremlin songs have left the country after being released from detention,

Young street musicians jailed for singing anti-Kremlin songs have fled Russia, media report
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Stafford and Adams connect for 2 more TDs while NFC-leading Rams roll to 34-7 win over Buccaneers

The Los Angeles Rams scored 31 points in the first half and moved into sole possession of the NFC lead with a 34-7 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Stafford and Adams connect for 2 more TDs while NFC-leading Rams roll to 34-7 win over Buccaneers
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|US

Wisconsin woman in 2014 Slender Man stabbing is missing after walking away from group home

Authorities say a Wisconsin woman who admitted to nearly stabbing a classmate to death in 2014 to please the horror character Slender Man is missing after she cut off an electronic monitoring device and left a group home

Wisconsin woman in 2014 Slender Man stabbing is missing after walking away from group home
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Australia’s teen social media ban pushes content creators to look abroad

Australia is home for YouTube star Jordan Barclay, the place where he was born, went to school and built a company worth $50 million by age 23 that produces gaming

Australia’s teen social media ban pushes content creators to look abroad
Entertainment|Health|Sports

With Aaron Rodgers sidelined, Mason Rudolph and the Steelers fall short in Chicago

Aaron Rodgers might own the Chicago Bears, but the Pittsburgh Steelers don't

With Aaron Rodgers sidelined, Mason Rudolph and the Steelers fall short in Chicago
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AFC-leading Patriots rally from 10-point deficit to beat Bengals 26-20, extend winning streak to 9

Drake Maye passed for 294 yards an the AFC-leading New England Patriots extended their winning streak to nine, defeating the Cincinnati Bengals 26-20

AFC-leading Patriots rally from 10-point deficit to beat Bengals 26-20, extend winning streak to 9
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Donald Glover says he had a stroke

Donald Glover has revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour

Donald Glover says he had a stroke
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Thitikul wins another $4 million payoff and caps big year at Tour Championship

Jeeno Thitikul has capped off her best year with the biggest prize in women's golf

Thitikul wins another $4 million payoff and caps big year at Tour Championship
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Stars forward Mikko Rantanen gets automatic 1-game suspension over 2nd ejection in 3 games

The NHL has issued an automatic one-game suspension to Mikko Rantanen after the Dallas Stars forward’s second major penalty and ejection for boarding in a span of three games

Stars forward Mikko Rantanen gets automatic 1-game suspension over 2nd ejection in 3 games
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Former Mets star Darryl Strawberry thanks Trump for pardon during sermon at Tulsa church

Former New York Mets star Darryl Strawberry says God set him free when he was pardoned by President Donald Trump

Former Mets star Darryl Strawberry thanks Trump for pardon during sermon at Tulsa church
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World’s oldest passenger ship has a new life on land

In 1914, the SS Medina made its maiden voyage. Over the years, through changes in name and ownership, it became the world’s oldest active passenger ship. Now, thanks to an $18 million investment from Singaporean businessman Eric Saw, the ship has found a new life on land as a hotel. CNN's Oscar Holland took a tour of this unique hotel.

World’s oldest passenger ship has a new life on land
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Brazilian pop singer Liniker’s voice is reaching the world, but her community is still fighting to survive

Brazilian pop singer Liniker’s voice is reaching the world, but her community is still fighting to survive

Brazilian pop singer Liniker’s voice is reaching the world, but her community is still fighting to survive
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Routine call turns heroic as deputy helps delivery baby in store parking lot

Routine call turns heroic as deputy helps delivery baby in store parking lot

Routine call turns heroic as deputy helps delivery baby in store parking lot
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‘Wicked: For Good’ recaptures box office magic with $150 million opening weekend

‘Wicked: For Good’ recaptures box office magic with $150 million opening weekend

‘Wicked: For Good’ recaptures box office magic with $150 million opening weekend
Crime|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|US

Deputies rescue older woman who fell, became trapped on roof

Deputies rescue older woman who fell, became trapped on roof

Deputies rescue older woman who fell, became trapped on roof
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Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon is out indefinitely with a strained right hamstring

The Denver Nuggets have lost another starter, with forward Aaron Gordon sidelined indefinitely by a strained right hamstring

Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon is out indefinitely with a strained right hamstring
Entertainment|Sports|Technology|Travel|World

‘It’s scary’: The Caribbean beach where planes zoom above your head

‘It’s scary’: The Caribbean beach where planes zoom above your head

‘It’s scary’: The Caribbean beach where planes zoom above your head
Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Lifestyle|Travel

Christmas tree retailers find lots to like at a Pennsylvania wholesale auction

Christmas went on the auction block this week in Pennsylvania farm country in the form of a giant Christmas tree sale

Christmas tree retailers find lots to like at a Pennsylvania wholesale auction
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Fact vs. fiction: The real story behind the Murdaugh murders and Hulu’s dramatized retelling

Fact vs. fiction: The real story behind the Murdaugh murders and Hulu’s dramatized retelling

Fact vs. fiction: The real story behind the Murdaugh murders and Hulu’s dramatized retelling
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For the next two weeks, NFL players are wearing their philanthropic passion on their cleats

For the next two weeks, NFL players are wearing their philanthropic passion on their cleats

For the next two weeks, NFL players are wearing their philanthropic passion on their cleats
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An ancient Maya myth finds new life in a Mexican circus company’s performance

Mexican artistic director Jorge Díaz has created a unique stage adaptation of the Maya myth Popol Vuh

An ancient Maya myth finds new life in a Mexican circus company’s performance
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Verstappen has 5th F1 title in reach after Norris, Piastri disqualified in Las Vegas

Max Verstappen has a fifth consecutive Formula 1 championship in reach after winning the Las Vegas Grand Prix

Verstappen has 5th F1 title in reach after Norris, Piastri disqualified in Las Vegas
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Motor racing-FBI's Patel, Homeland Security's Noem attend Las Vegas Grand Prix

FBI Director Kash Patel and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem were in attendance at the Las Vegas Grand Prix on Saturday, arriving on the red carpet with

Motor racing-FBI's Patel, Homeland Security's Noem attend Las Vegas Grand Prix
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First Native woman drives Oklahoma's iconic Sooner Schooner

The University of Oklahoma's iconic covered wagon mascot, the Sooner Schooner, has been pulled onto Owen Field in Norman for 60 years

First Native woman drives Oklahoma's iconic Sooner Schooner
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VIDEO: Man jumps onto car roof after goat gets loose in Detroit neighborhood

VIDEO: Man jumps onto car roof after goat gets loose in Detroit neighborhood

VIDEO: Man jumps onto car roof after goat gets loose in Detroit neighborhood
Entertainment|Sports

Harden erupts for 55, Clippers rout Hornets 131-116 in Paul's likely last game in North Carolina

James Harden made 10 3-pointers and scored a franchise-record 55 points, and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Charlotte Hornets 131-116 hours after 12-time All-Star point guard Chris Paul released a video on social media hinting at retirement after the season ends

Harden erupts for 55, Clippers rout Hornets 131-116 in Paul's likely last game in North Carolina
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Chris Paul hints at retirement from NBA with video before Clippers-Hornets game in his home state

Los Angeles Clippers point guard Chris Paul hinted at potential retirement after this season

Chris Paul hints at retirement from NBA with video before Clippers-Hornets game in his home state
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Pregnant cancer survivor takes on Philadelphia 8K, her toughest test since 2024 Olympics

Pregnant cancer survivor takes on Philadelphia 8K, her toughest test since 2024 Olympics

Pregnant cancer survivor takes on Philadelphia 8K, her toughest test since 2024 Olympics
Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Cancer survivor battling disease with an inspiring outlook and unique friendship

Cancer survivor battling disease with an inspiring outlook and unique friendship

Cancer survivor battling disease with an inspiring outlook and unique friendship
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Lodi pastor thankful for community support following overnight house fire

Lodi pastor thankful for community support following overnight house fire

Lodi pastor thankful for community support following overnight house fire
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Rodney Rogers, the 'Durham Bull' who starred at Wake Forest before a 12-year NBA career, dies at 54

Former Wake Forest star and 12-year NBA player Rodney Rogers has died at the age of 54

Rodney Rogers, the 'Durham Bull' who starred at Wake Forest before a 12-year NBA career, dies at 54
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On paper, a California city bans the sale of comic books to kids. Officials want to change that

In the mid-20th century, comic books groups grew in popularity

On paper, a California city bans the sale of comic books to kids. Officials want to change that
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Paul Costelloe, personal designer to Princess Diana, dies at 80

Irish fashion designer Paul Costelloe, personal designer to the late Princess Diana who became a fixture at London Fashion Week for four decades, has died aged 80, his family said in

Paul Costelloe, personal designer to Princess Diana, dies at 80
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Charlotte’s sheriff, a former homicide detective and TV personality, has a history of taking on ICE

Charlotte’s sheriff, a former homicide detective and TV personality, has a history of taking on ICE

Charlotte’s sheriff, a former homicide detective and TV personality, has a history of taking on ICE
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Lando Norris takes pole in rainy Las Vegas qualifying, Verstappen bumped to second

Formula 1's title contenders have mastered the wet Las Vegas Strip in a rainy Friday night qualifying session

Lando Norris takes pole in rainy Las Vegas qualifying, Verstappen bumped to second
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe

Catholic clergy are ecstatic about Rosalía’s songs of faith in her new album ‘Lux’

Rosalía has won over millions of music lovers for her fusions of flamenco and urban Latin beats

Catholic clergy are ecstatic about Rosalía’s songs of faith in her new album ‘Lux’
Entertainment|Sports|US

Gone in 49.3 seconds: Suns erase 8-point deficit with stunning last-minute comeback

The Minnesota Timberwolves had an eight-point lead with less than minute to go Friday night, talking a little smack to their opponents as a hard-fought, chippy game between Western Conference rivals came to a close

Gone in 49.3 seconds: Suns erase 8-point deficit with stunning last-minute comeback
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Epstein's accusers grapple with complex emotions about promised release of Justice Department files

Trump has signed legislation compelling the Justice Department to release the files on Jeffrey Epstein

Epstein's accusers grapple with complex emotions about promised release of Justice Department files
Celebrity|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|World

Miss Universe crowned after chaotic pageant

A chaotic Miss Universe 2025 ended with Mexico’s Fatima Bosch taking the crown.

Miss Universe crowned after chaotic pageant
Education|Entertainment

Jordan Peele’s ‘High Horse: The Black Cowboy’ doc sheds light on an erased part of history

“High Horse: The Black Cowboy,” a new docuseries executive produced by Jordan Peele and his Monkeypaw Productions that is now streaming on Peacock, highlights who it says are the first American cowboys – Black men

Jordan Peele’s ‘High Horse: The Black Cowboy’ doc sheds light on an erased part of history
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US

Ex-University of Virginia student gets five life sentences for fatally shooting 3 football players

A former University of Virginia student has been sentenced to life in prison for fatally shooting three football players and wounding two other students on the campus in 2022

Ex-University of Virginia student gets five life sentences for fatally shooting 3 football players
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49ers void more than $26 million from Brandon Aiyuk's contract, AP source says

San Francisco 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk has had the guaranteed money in his contract for next season voided

49ers void more than $26 million from Brandon Aiyuk's contract, AP source says
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100-year-old veteran to be honored at Plymouth parade

100-year-old veteran to be honored at Plymouth parade

100-year-old veteran to be honored at Plymouth parade
Crime|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Cat trapped in wall for three weeks survives without food or water

Cat trapped in wall for three weeks survives without food or water

Cat trapped in wall for three weeks survives without food or water
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Meet the newest member of the force: Milwaukee police surprise young boy fighting cancer

Meet the newest member of the force: Milwaukee police surprise young boy fighting cancer

Meet the newest member of the force: Milwaukee police surprise young boy fighting cancer
Crime|Entertainment

Missouri judge who wore an Elvis wig and often played his music in court agrees to step down

A Missouri judge who wore an Elvis Presley wig in his courtroom and played the singer’s music from his phone during court proceedings has agreed to a deal that would cut his career on the bench short

Missouri judge who wore an Elvis wig and often played his music in court agrees to step down
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Kennedy Center says it's being paid $7.4 million ahead of the World Cup draw

The Kennedy Center is receiving $7.4 million ahead of the World Cup draw next month

Kennedy Center says it's being paid $7.4 million ahead of the World Cup draw
Economy|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Over 20,000 people fed this Thanksgiving thanks to Florida students

Over 20,000 people fed this Thanksgiving thanks to Florida students

Over 20,000 people fed this Thanksgiving thanks to Florida students
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Political|Sports|World

Fátima Bosch's Miss Universe 2025 win echoes in Mexico where women fight for equality

Fátima Bosch Fernández’s Miss Universe victory is resounding across Mexico

Fátima Bosch's Miss Universe 2025 win echoes in Mexico where women fight for equality
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Thitikul nearly flawless for a 63 to build 3-shot lead in LPGA season finale

Jeeno Thitikul is looking every bit like the No. 1 player in women's golf

Thitikul nearly flawless for a 63 to build 3-shot lead in LPGA season finale
Entertainment|Technology|US|World

Pontifical secret revealed: Pope Leo XIV changes his Wordle start word each day

Pope Leo XIV has revealed a closely held secret: He uses a different Wordle start word each day

Pontifical secret revealed: Pope Leo XIV changes his Wordle start word each day
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Pennsylvania man with amnesia seeks to rebuild life after being found unconscious in Florida

Pennsylvania man with amnesia seeks to rebuild life after being found unconscious in Florida

Pennsylvania man with amnesia seeks to rebuild life after being found unconscious in Florida
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The Game might be bigger than ever when Harvard and Yale meet with FCS playoff berth on the line

Harvard and Yale are set to face off in their historic rivalry game on Saturday, with something more at stake

The Game might be bigger than ever when Harvard and Yale meet with FCS playoff berth on the line
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Las Vegas Grand Prix practice halted twice due to loose maintenance cover

A maintenance cover has disrupted the Las Vegas Grand Prix again, stopping Thursday night practice twice for inspections

Las Vegas Grand Prix practice halted twice due to loose maintenance cover
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Bidders for Warner Bros Discovery face barrage of political and regulatory risks

Paramount Skydance, Comcast and Netflix are bidding to buy Warner Bros Discovery, Reuters reported on Thursday, but each company's bid faces its own

Bidders for Warner Bros Discovery face barrage of political and regulatory risks
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology|World

BBC board member Banerji resigns after Trump documentary edit

An independent director on the BBC's board, Shumeet Banerji, has quit on Friday in the wake of what the public broadcaster said was an incorrect edit of a speech by President Donald

BBC board member Banerji resigns after Trump documentary edit
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Oakland's new mayor Barbara Lee fights high crime and tells federal law enforcement to stay away

Barbara Lee has been Oakland’s mayor for half a year

Oakland's new mayor Barbara Lee fights high crime and tells federal law enforcement to stay away
Celebrity|Crime|Entertainment

Wagmeister reports on allegations Diddy faces that could potentially lead to more charges

CNN correspondent Elizabeth Wagmeister breaks down the details behind allegations Sean “Diddy” Combs faces.

Wagmeister reports on allegations Diddy faces that could potentially lead to more charges
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Retired racehorse delivers heartfelt birthday surprise to Sacramento woman

Retired racehorse delivers heartfelt birthday surprise to Sacramento woman

Retired racehorse delivers heartfelt birthday surprise to Sacramento woman
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LaMelo Ball says he loves playing for the Hornets and denies reports that he's frustrated

LaMelo Ball says he wants to stay with the Charlotte Hornets despite the team's struggles and speculation about his future

LaMelo Ball says he loves playing for the Hornets and denies reports that he's frustrated
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Travis Kelce plans to decide on retirement after the season, wants to give Chiefs time to prepare

Travis Kelce plans to decide on retirement after the season, aiming to give the Kansas City Chiefs ample time to prepare

Travis Kelce plans to decide on retirement after the season, wants to give Chiefs time to prepare
Entertainment|Sports

Referee carted off field with injury as Texans’ defense roughs up Buffalo Bills to give Houston big upset win

Referee carted off field with injury as Texans’ defense roughs up Buffalo Bills to give Houston big upset win

Referee carted off field with injury as Texans’ defense roughs up Buffalo Bills to give Houston big upset win
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology

Ubisoft, Tencent agree 4 billion euro Vantage Studios tie-up

Ubisoft said on Friday it has completed Tencent's investment in Vantage Studios, a new unit built around its Assassin's Creed, Far Cry and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six franchises.

Ubisoft, Tencent agree 4 billion euro Vantage Studios tie-up
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‘KPop Demon Hunters’ is officially eligible for the Oscars

“KPop Demon Hunters” is one step closer to another golden moment: The Oscars

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ is officially eligible for the Oscars
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Fugees rapper Pras Michel sentenced to 14 years in prison over illegal donations to Obama campaign

Grammy-winning rapper Prakazrel “Pras” Michel of the Fugees has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for a case in which he was convicted of illegally funneling millions of dollars in foreign contributions to former President Barack Obama’s 2012 reelection campaign

Fugees rapper Pras Michel sentenced to 14 years in prison over illegal donations to Obama campaign
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Brian Walshe pleaded guilty to disposing of his wife’s body. Here’s what that could mean for his murder trial

Brian Walshe pleaded guilty to disposing of his wife’s body. Here’s what that could mean for his murder trial

Brian Walshe pleaded guilty to disposing of his wife’s body. Here’s what that could mean for his murder trial
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

Eddie Murphy to receive life achievement award from the American Film Institute

Eddie Murphy is being celebrated with a life achievement award from the American Film Institute

Eddie Murphy to receive life achievement award from the American Film Institute
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Vietnam War POW Robert Stirm, seen in iconic 'Burst of Joy' photo with family, dies at 92

Former U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Stirm, a POW during the Vietnam War known for the iconic "Burst of Joy" photo reuniting him with his family, has died in California

Vietnam War POW Robert Stirm, seen in iconic 'Burst of Joy' photo with family, dies at 92
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Eurovision Song Contest changes rules after Israel controversy

Organisers of the Eurovision Song Contest announced on Friday changes to voting rules to avoid state interference after controversy over Israel's entry this

Eurovision Song Contest changes rules after Israel controversy
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17-year-old Iowa singer-songwriter releases single after winning statewide competition

17-year-old Iowa singer-songwriter releases single after winning statewide competition

17-year-old Iowa singer-songwriter releases single after winning statewide competition
Celebrity|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Dolly Parton skips events as she further deals with ‘health challenges’

Dolly Parton skips events as she further deals with ‘health challenges’

Dolly Parton skips events as she further deals with ‘health challenges’
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology

Paramount, Comcast and Netflix submit bids for Warner Bros Discovery, source says

Warner Bros Discovery has received preliminary buyout bids from rivals Paramount Skydance, Comcast and Netflix, a source familiar with the matter said

Paramount, Comcast and Netflix submit bids for Warner Bros Discovery, source says
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

Is Charli XCX’s ‘The Moment’ a mockumentary or what?

Is Charli XCX’s ‘The Moment’ a mockumentary or what?

Is Charli XCX’s ‘The Moment’ a mockumentary or what?
Arts|Asia|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|World

Mexico’s Fatima Bosch crowned Miss Universe winner in glittering finale of scandal-hit pageant

Mexico’s Fatima Bosch crowned Miss Universe winner in glittering finale of scandal-hit pageant

Mexico’s Fatima Bosch crowned Miss Universe winner in glittering finale of scandal-hit pageant
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US|World

"This is my home": Boxer Brian Norman Jr. trains for the biggest fight of his career

"This is my home": Boxer Brian Norman Jr. trains for the biggest fight of his career

"This is my home": Boxer Brian Norman Jr. trains for the biggest fight of his career
Arts|Entertainment|Health

New play looking at friendship between AIDS activist Larry Kramer and Anthony Fauci in the works

A new play titled “Kramer/Fauci” explores the complex relationship between playwright and AIDS activist Larry Kramer and Dr. Anthony Fauci

New play looking at friendship between AIDS activist Larry Kramer and Anthony Fauci in the works
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In the NBA Cup, teams are running it up. The rules say it's a good idea to do so

The NBA Cup's point-differential tiebreaker is changing game dynamics

In the NBA Cup, teams are running it up. The rules say it's a good idea to do so
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Nobel laureate Han Kang's first nonfiction book in English to be released next spring

Nobel laureate Han Kang's first nonfiction book in English, “Light and Thread,” is set for release next spring

Nobel laureate Han Kang's first nonfiction book in English to be released next spring
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Gary Mounfield, former Stone Roses bassist, has died at 63

Stone Roses and Primal Scream ex-bass player Gary Mounfield has died at age 63

Gary Mounfield, former Stone Roses bassist, has died at 63
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The ‘Wicked: For Good’ press tour gave Ariana Grande something wicked (it’s Covid)

The ‘Wicked: For Good’ press tour gave Ariana Grande something wicked (it’s Covid)

The ‘Wicked: For Good’ press tour gave Ariana Grande something wicked (it’s Covid)
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Eurovision plans changes to voting, security after allegations of Israeli government 'interference'

Organizers of the Eurovision Song Contest say they’re changing the voting system of the popular musical extravaganza to ensure fairness

Eurovision plans changes to voting, security after allegations of Israeli government 'interference'
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‘Superman #1’ copy found in attic becomes most expensive comic ever sold

‘Superman #1’ copy found in attic becomes most expensive comic ever sold

‘Superman #1’ copy found in attic becomes most expensive comic ever sold
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Mexico's bullied pageant contestant gets payback by capturing Miss Universe crown

Fátima Bosch Fernández of Mexico has been crowned Miss Universe 2025

Mexico's bullied pageant contestant gets payback by capturing Miss Universe crown
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He wanted to come forward years ago. Now, his claims are at the center of a new investigation involving Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs

He wanted to come forward years ago. Now, his claims are at the center of a new investigation involving Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs

He wanted to come forward years ago. Now, his claims are at the center of a new investigation involving Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
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China scraps concerts with Japanese musicians as diplomatic tensions mount

Japanese jazz musician Yoshio Suzuki and his band were in the

China scraps concerts with Japanese musicians as diplomatic tensions mount
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Ubisoft flags strong Q2 bookings in a report delayed by debt covenant breach

French video game group Ubisoft reported quarterly bookings above its guidance on Friday, after a week-long delay in publishing the results related to an accounting change

Ubisoft flags strong Q2 bookings in a report delayed by debt covenant breach
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$54.7M sale of Frida Kahlo self-portrait breaks auction record for female artists

A 1940 self-portrait by Frida Kahlo has sold for $54.7 million and made auction history at Sotheby’s in New York

$54.7M sale of Frida Kahlo self-portrait breaks auction record for female artists
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Alabama board votes to remove books about being transgender from public library youth sections

The board overseeing Alabama public libraries on Thursday voted to remove books that discuss being transgender from the teen and children’s sections of public libraries

Alabama board votes to remove books about being transgender from public library youth sections
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Capitals' Strome learns during game that wife gave birth to daughter

Washington Capitals center Dylan Strome learned during the first intermission Thursday night against the Montreal Canadiens that wife Tayler had given birth to their third daughter

Capitals' Strome learns during game that wife gave birth to daughter
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Don’t be a Grinch — but heed this advice if you want your kids to sleep on Christmas Eve

Don’t be a Grinch — but heed this advice if you want your kids to sleep on Christmas Eve

Don’t be a Grinch — but heed this advice if you want your kids to sleep on Christmas Eve
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Frida Kahlo self-portrait sells for $54.7 million, setting new record for female artists

Frida Kahlo self-portrait sells for $54.7 million, setting new record for female artists

Frida Kahlo self-portrait sells for $54.7 million, setting new record for female artists
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Wax Diana in ‘revenge dress’ is unveiled in Paris decades after her death in the city

A Paris wax museum has unveiled a figure depicting Princess Diana attired in what has come to be known as her "revenge dress."

Wax Diana in ‘revenge dress’ is unveiled in Paris decades after her death in the city
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Investigators say UPS plane that crashed in Kentucky, killing 14, had cracks in engine mount

Federal investigators have released photos of an engine flying off a doomed UPS cargo plane that crashed after an engine flew off, killing14 people in Kentucky two weeks ago

Investigators say UPS plane that crashed in Kentucky, killing 14, had cracks in engine mount
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Restaurant chain California Pizza Kitchen to be acquired by investor group, sources say

California Pizza Kitchen has signed a deal to be acquired by an investor group led by Consortium Brand Partners and including Todd Boehly's investment firm Eldridge

Restaurant chain California Pizza Kitchen to be acquired by investor group, sources say
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Netflix's Warner Bros bid will include theater releases, Bloomberg News reports

Netflix has informed Warner Bros.

Netflix's Warner Bros bid will include theater releases, Bloomberg News reports
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Somi Lee leads LPGA Tour finale and Jeeno Thitikul takes big step toward player of the year

Somi Lee is leading the CME Group Tour Championship in a race for the LPGA's season-ending $4 million payoff

Somi Lee leads LPGA Tour finale and Jeeno Thitikul takes big step toward player of the year
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Stepbrother of woman who died on Carnival cruise now a suspect

The teenage stepbrother of an 18-year-old woman who died on a Carnival cruise ship is a suspect in the FBI investigation, according to court papers filed this week

Stepbrother of woman who died on Carnival cruise now a suspect
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Donations to APFJ allow expansion of program providing resources to local and state newsrooms

The AP Fund for Journalism says donations of more than $30 million will permit an expansion of a program that provides news stories and photos to dozens of local and state newsrooms

Donations to APFJ allow expansion of program providing resources to local and state newsrooms
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Trump steps up attacks on ABC and Jimmy Kimmel, says network should 'get the bum off the air'

ABC is in President Donald Trump's crosshairs this week

Trump steps up attacks on ABC and Jimmy Kimmel, says network should 'get the bum off the air'
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Lakers fire Joey Buss, Jesse Buss from front office positions after ownership change

Joey Buss and Jesse Buss are no longer working in the Los Angeles Lakers’ front office after the franchise’s recent ownership change

Lakers fire Joey Buss, Jesse Buss from front office positions after ownership change
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Chadwick Boseman honored with posthumous star on Hollywood Walk of Fame: ‘He was an incredible leader’

Chadwick Boseman honored with posthumous star on Hollywood Walk of Fame: ‘He was an incredible leader’

Chadwick Boseman honored with posthumous star on Hollywood Walk of Fame: ‘He was an incredible leader’
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A child is missing and her mother isn’t cooperating. What may happen next?

A child is missing and her mother isn’t cooperating. What may happen next?

A child is missing and her mother isn’t cooperating. What may happen next?
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Lamb says casino visit led to curfew violation with fellow Cowboys receiver Pickens

CeeDee Lamb says he and fellow Dallas Cowboys receiver George Pickens were benched for the first series of a 33-16 victory at Las Vegas because they were at a casino past curfew

Lamb says casino visit led to curfew violation with fellow Cowboys receiver Pickens
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Doug Ghim ties course record with a 60 at Sea Island in big step toward keeping PGA Tour card

Doug Ghim had a shot at becoming the latest player to shoot 59

Doug Ghim ties course record with a 60 at Sea Island in big step toward keeping PGA Tour card
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NBA sees highest opening-month viewership in more than decade, record social media engagement

The NBA has announced that national games on NBC/Peacock, Amazon Prime Video, or ESPN have drawn over 60 million viewers in the first month of the regular season

NBA sees highest opening-month viewership in more than decade, record social media engagement
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Mariners will retire Randy Johnson's No. 51 during the 2026 season

Hall of Fame left-hander Randy Johnson will have his No. 51 retired by the Seattle Mariners during a pregame ceremony on May 2, 2026

Mariners will retire Randy Johnson's No. 51 during the 2026 season
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Bald eagle drops cat through windshield in North Carolina

Bald eagle drops cat through windshield in North Carolina

Bald eagle drops cat through windshield in North Carolina
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Social media "Door Kick Challenge" leads to arrest of kids, costly damage in Elk Grove

Social media "Door Kick Challenge" leads to arrest of kids, costly damage in Elk Grove

Social media "Door Kick Challenge" leads to arrest of kids, costly damage in Elk Grove
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‘God likes kind’: 9-year-old Charlestown boy creates 'Blessings Box' to feed neighbors

‘God likes kind’: 9-year-old Charlestown boy creates 'Blessings Box' to feed neighbors

‘God likes kind’: 9-year-old Charlestown boy creates 'Blessings Box' to feed neighbors
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Milwaukee WWII veteran and crossing guard to turn 100 next month, with no plans to retire

Milwaukee WWII veteran and crossing guard to turn 100 next month, with no plans to retire

Milwaukee WWII veteran and crossing guard to turn 100 next month, with no plans to retire
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How to help your anxious child sleep, according to 'Inside Out 2' psychologist

If anxiety is preventing you — or your child — from a good night's rest, clinical psychologist Dr. Lisa Damour has advice. An expert on teens and parenting, she consulted on "Inside Out 2" to ensure the emotions portrayed were accurate.

How to help your anxious child sleep, according to 'Inside Out 2' psychologist
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Novelist Rabih Alameddine and poet Patricia Smith win National Book Awards

The 76th annual National Book Awards have been presented by the nonprofit National Book Foundation, with winners including Rabih Alameddine for fiction, Patricia Smith for poetry, and Omar El Akkad for nonfiction

Novelist Rabih Alameddine and poet Patricia Smith win National Book Awards
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Bath & Body Works forecasts sales dip as holiday demand wanes; shares plunge

Bath & Body Works forecast a surprise sales decline for the crucial holiday quarter on Thursday, signalling weak appetite for scented candles and fragrances among cash-

Bath & Body Works forecasts sales dip as holiday demand wanes; shares plunge
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Democratic FCC commissioner says Trump ABC threat would fail in court

A Democratic member of the Federal Communications Commission said on Thursday that calls by President Donald Trump to urge the agency to rescind licenses held

Democratic FCC commissioner says Trump ABC threat would fail in court
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Advocacy groups urge parents to avoid AI toys this holiday season

Children’s and consumer advocacy groups are urging parents not to buy AI-powered toys during the holiday season

Advocacy groups urge parents to avoid AI toys this holiday season
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Japanese infielder Kazuma Okamoto, pitcher Kona Takahashi posted and can sign with MLB teams

Infielder Kazuma Okamoto and pitcher Kona Takahashi are entering Major League Baseball’s posting system and will be available for teams to sign as free agents from Friday through Jan. 4

Japanese infielder Kazuma Okamoto, pitcher Kona Takahashi posted and can sign with MLB teams
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Descendants obtain works of enslaved potter in landmark restitution deal

The family of enslaved potter David Drake — known as “Dave the Potter” — has reclaimed two rare stoneware jars he created in South Carolina before the Civil War in what experts call the first major U.S. art restitution case involving works made by an enslaved person

Descendants obtain works of enslaved potter in landmark restitution deal
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Sony, Warner and Universal sign AI music licensing deals with startup Klay

The world's biggest music labels have struck AI licensing deals with a startup named Klay Vision, the companies said Thursday

Sony, Warner and Universal sign AI music licensing deals with startup Klay
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Trump renews effort to block states from regulating AI, raising alarms about safety

Trump renews effort to block states from regulating AI, raising alarms about safety

Trump renews effort to block states from regulating AI, raising alarms about safety
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Our first look at ‘The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping’ is already a wild ride

Our first look at ‘The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping’ is already a wild ride

Our first look at ‘The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping’ is already a wild ride
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A ballroom legend, an aspiring model and a young athlete: Some of the trans people lost to violence and suicide this year

A ballroom legend, an aspiring model and a young athlete: Some of the trans people lost to violence and suicide this year

A ballroom legend, an aspiring model and a young athlete: Some of the trans people lost to violence and suicide this year
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The Weeknd's 'After Hours 'Til Dawn' Tour grosses over $1 billion, Live Nation says

The Weeknd’s After Hours ’Til Dawn Tour has officially crossed the $1 billion mark according to Live Nation

The Weeknd's 'After Hours 'Til Dawn' Tour grosses over $1 billion, Live Nation says