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Newest first · UTC+11:00Katie Couric suffers ‘freaky’ stroke scare, details her unexpected symptoms
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NETFLIX — 2026 Home Run Derby: From Philadelphia
Why Charles Barkley ‘politely declined’ invitation to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s ‘crap show’ wedding
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Hilary Duff’s hot streak continues with title track for ‘Cat in the Hat’ film starring Bill Hader
Hilary Duff has cat-itude.
A-list guests at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding had never met or barely knew the couple
Some celebrity guests at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce‘s star-studded wedding had never met the couple, or only recently — and briefly — made their acquaintance, sources say.
Inside Disney’s ambitious ‘Moana’ premiere at the Hollywood Bowl with a live orchestra playing alongside film
There were seemingly as many brands as fans at the Hollywood Bowl last night for the larger-than-life world premiere of Disney’s latest live-action adaptation, “Moana” — where 4,000 eager attendees filled the venue.
Emmy nominations 2026: See the full list
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Jess Cartner-Morley on fashion: flip-flops are once again having a fashion moment. But please tread carefully
Love them or hate them, the versatile sandal is back – just choose the right ones and wear them the Copenhagen way
Taylor Swift’s wedding guest was convinced he flew to NYC ‘for nothing’ over ‘scam’ invitation
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New barnet: why is everyone wigging out over Dwayne Johnson’s Moana hairpiece?
The live-action remake of Disney’s hit animation is out this Friday and meme-makers have been speaking bald truths about The Rock’s nylon mop
TV licence fee is 'yesterday's model', new BBC director general says
Matt Brittin replaced Tim Davie as BBC director general in May
Best Soccer Movies to Watch to Get Hyped For the World Cup Quarterfinals
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Tony Rayns, British critic who introduced Korean films to the world, dies at 77
Tony Rayns, the British film critic who introduced Korean cinema to global audiences, died Wednesday. He was 77.
Why gen Z are ‘romanticizing’ their hangovers: ‘It’s lowkey a beautiful thing’
For young people, flaunting eye bags and bed rotting has become a cheeky rebuttal of body optimization culture
Progress against cancer not shared by poorer countries, WHO report finds
‘Persistent’ inequities found to exist in access to prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care, annual global review says
Nights at the museum: Inside Jumeirah Capri Palace's extensive art collection | The National
Perched high above the hills of Anacapri, Jumeirah Capri Palace has long been dubbed the “White Museum” – a fitting moniker for a hotel where the walls double as canvases for a vast contemporary art collection amassed over decades.
Travis Kelce gives rare insight into Taylor Swift proposal in first post-wedding podcast
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Sara Duterte trial: Behind the scenes, prosecution doubles down on media interviews
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Netflix strikes deals in short-form video push
SAN FRANCISCO — Netflix is pushing deeper into the short-form video territory dominated by TikTok and YouTube, striking licensing deals with a slate of major US media publishers to carry bite-sized content on its platform.
‘Donald Trump is within our reach’: Iranian hardliners demand attack on president at NATO summit
Hardline Iranian lawmakers have urged the Islamic regime to assassinate US President Donald Trump during his visit to Turkey for the NATO summit, according to social media posts by regime officials and Iranian media reports.
Big Little Lies-lite? This Jennifer Garner drama is sunnier than expected
From first glance, it’s easy to discount The Five-Star Weekend as the latest ensemble drama trying to riff off Big Little Lies. Both are adapted from hit beach reads, set against a beautiful coastal backdrop, and see an unlikely group of wealthy women band together after a death. This time, our leading ladies are Je…
6 facts from Jet Li’s new book we didn’t know, from a life-changing injury to almost dying
From his many names to dishwasher woes, Beyond Life and Death shares things about the Chinese martial artist fans may not have been aware of
6 facts from Jet Li’s new book we didn’t know, from a life-changing injury to almost dying
From his many names to dishwasher woes, Beyond Life and Death shares things about the Chinese martial artist fans may not have been aware of
'The Pitt' and 'Pluribus' are poised to compete for top honors as Emmy nominations are announced
LOS ANGELES — “Pluribus” could be a record-setting freshman, “The Pitt” could have a dominant sophomore season and “Hacks” is set for a graduation celebration as Emmy nominations are announced Wednesday morning.
China Molly Tea’s US$1.5 million Louis Vuitton fine sparks fierce debate, customer support
Court cites ‘significant malicious intent’ in trademark ruling, noting Molly Tea ignored numerous rejected applications
China Molly Tea’s US$1.5 million Louis Vuitton fine sparks fierce debate, customer support
Court cites ‘significant malicious intent’ in trademark ruling, noting Molly Tea ignored numerous rejected applications
Diddy’s daughters to launch fashion line amid dad’s prison sentence
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With healthy Coach Prime, Colorado players say turnaround is on them
Colorado head coach Deion Sanders directs safety Ben Finneseth (28) during the first half of an NCAA spring college football game, on April 27, 2024, in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
Do Singapore ministers watch films? Parliament joke raises hackles amid dialect debate
The culture minister’s quip about being too busy to go to the cinema has some critics jumping up from their seats
Do Singapore ministers watch films? Parliament joke raises hackles amid dialect debate
The culture minister’s quip about being too busy to go to the cinema has some critics jumping up from their seats
Women and university graduates in Australia most at risk of losing jobs to AI, report finds
Those with high levels of vocational training, including tradespeople, are least exposed to AI displacement, according to government review
Booyakasha! Sacha Baron Cohen has completed a new Ali G movie
Report says new film has finished filming – although title and release date not yet confirmed
Israeli strike kills Gaza aid director behind World Cup screenings | The National
The Israeli military has killed an official of the Egyptian Relief Committee in Gaza who had organised World Cup watch parties for residents in the war-torn strip, Palestinian media reported.
Mariska Hargitay will host the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards in September on NBC
LOS ANGELES — Mariska Hargitay is set to host the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards, airing on NBC on Sept. 14.
Gen Z underestimates impact of social media on loneliness, Hong Kong poll finds
Active users score higher on loneliness scale but perceive lower isolation, prompting calls for updated health guidelines
Gen Z underestimates impact of social media on loneliness, Hong Kong poll finds
Active users score higher on loneliness scale but perceive lower isolation, prompting calls for updated health guidelines
This Place: Djimubarn, sacred rock art shelter
Wed 8 Jul 2026 at 6:56pm
Ateez's Yunho ended long-term relationship: report
Ateez member Yunho has ended his long-term relationship with a non-celebrity partner, according to a local media report Wednesday.
Hundreds of snakes escape breeding farm in China amid historic rainfall | South China Morning Post
A village official told local media that most of the snakes were not venomous and a team had been organised to capture them using fish nets and stun guns.
8 platform operators subject to new Network Act revision
SEOUL, July 8 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's media watchdog designated eight platform operators Wednesday as subject to new responsibilities to prevent the spread of false or manipulated information, under a revision to the Network Act.
Official trailer: The Invite
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Service by Lauren Mooney review – a very modern ghost story
The chills are genuinely spooky in this haunted-house tale about contemporary precarity – a debut that speaks to our times
Broken massage chairs on Dokdo spur LG response
A social media post claiming that two LG massage chairs used by the Dokdo Security Police could not be repaired due to the islet’s remote location went viral this week, prompting the company to offer free after-sales service.
Lee Byung-hun, Go Youn-jung cast in upcoming Joseon-era action film
SEOUL, July 8 (Yonhap) -- Lee Byung-hun of "Squid Game" and "No Other Choice" has been cast alongside Go Youn-jung in an upcoming martial arts action film, its production company said Wednesday.
Southport Inquiry to examine role of social media
The knife attack took place on Hart Street in Southport
See the world in vertical: Top photos by AP photojournalists
A fan watches the final minutes of a World Cup round of 16 soccer match between the United States and Belgium at the KC Live! entertainment district Monday, July 6, 2026, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Want to try out for the Moulin Rouge? Now you can-can
A nondescript community hall in suburban Melbourne seems a long way from the bohemian heart of Paris, but it’s here that 120-odd dancers hope to be spotted as talent for the Moulin Rouge.
Winwin to leave SM Entertainment, end all NCT activities
Winwin of NCT will part ways with SM Entertainment and end all activities with the group, the agency announced Wednesday.
‘Shameful’: Chinese school faces backlash for demanding new students’ family wealth details
Following public pressure, local education authority orders school to stop collecting information and delete all previously gathered details