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Wireless Festival canceled after UK bars rapper Ye over antisemitic remarks

The British government has blocked the rapper formerly known as Kanye West from entering the U.K. as the controversy over his antisemitic statements led to calls for planned headline performances at a major music festival to be canceled

Lone survivor and victims' families grieve loss of teenagers killed in crash

Lone survivor and victims' families grieve loss of teenagers killed in crash

Michigan ranked No. 1 in final AP Top 25 poll of season ahead of UConn, Arizona, Duke and Illinois

Michigan is No. 1 in the final Associated Press Top 25 men’s college basketball poll for the 2025-26 season after winning the program’s first national championship in 37 years

RobCo Wildlife Rescue gives injured backyard bunnies a second chance

RobCo Wildlife Rescue gives injured backyard bunnies a second chance

Denny's busser celebrates his birthday and 48 years on the job with a special fundraiser event

Denny's busser celebrates his birthday and 48 years on the job with a special fundraiser event

Trading cigarettes for cameras: A WWII soldier’s unlikely path to preserving history

Trading cigarettes for cameras: A WWII soldier’s unlikely path to preserving history

Judge tosses PETA's lawsuit against the American Kennel Club over dog breed health

PETA’s lawsuit over the health of French bulldogs and some other popular dog breeds has been dismissed

Treated like a king, then smacked into the heavens: Considering the American baseball

The baseball is a curious object

Clicks and clacks, rhythms and beats: The tap shoe

You’ll never say you didn’t hear them coming: tap shoes, where plates are added to the soles allowing the wearer to make music with each step

Rapper Offset hospitalized after being shot in Florida

Rapper Offset hospitalized after being shot in Florida

Hulu's 'Handmaid's Tale' spinoff 'The Testaments' is about girlhood in Gilead

“The Testaments,” a spinoff of “The Handmaid's Tale,” debuts Wednesday, continuing the story of Gilead

Exploring Rory McIlroy's Masters champions dinner menu

Don Riddell talks to Northern Irish Chef Judith McLoughlin (Owner, The Shamrock and Peach) about what's on the menu for Rory McIlroy's Masters Dinner.

Colin Kaepernick to publish memoir 'The Perilous Fight' in September

Colin Kaepernick will publish his life story, “The Perilous Fight,” on Sept. 15

UK festival canceled after headliner Kanye West blocked from traveling to UK

UK festival canceled after headliner Kanye West blocked from traveling to UK

Uber driver finds python left behind by passengers who attended Philadelphia reptile show

Uber driver finds python left behind by passengers who attended Philadelphia reptile show

¡Ándale! ¡Arriba! Speedy Gonzales set to make his triumphant return to the silver screen

The comeback story of ‘the fastest mouse in all of Mexico’ reveals how audiences – not cultural gatekeepers – shape the meaning of representation.

Hosting the NFL draft is less about weekend beer sales and more about long-term brand value

When the NFL draft comes to town, Pittsburgh will be cast as a destination city – but that comes with risks, too.

Bernice King reflects on father's legacy at MLK Jr. wreath-laying ceremony in Atlanta: "It never gets easier"

Bernice King reflects on father's legacy at MLK Jr. wreath-laying ceremony in Atlanta: "It never gets easier"

Atlanta Mayor calls for safe hangouts and parents to help as teen takeovers rise across the city

Atlanta Mayor calls for safe hangouts and parents to help as teen takeovers rise across the city

Will a Masters debut turn into a win? History suggests not, but there are a few newcomers to watch

First-time participants almost never win the Masters

Rory McIlroy is now a golf legend, but he’ll feel like a newbie at the Masters champions dinner

Rory McIlroy is now a golf legend, but he’ll feel like a newbie at the Masters champions dinner

Ackman's Pershing Square makes $64B bid for Taylor Swift label Universal Music Group

Activist investor Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square Capital Management is offering to purchase Taylor Swift and Bad Bunny’s music label, Universal Music Group, in a cash-and-stock transaction valued at approximately $64 billion

Bill Ackman’s fund wants to buy Universal Music

Bill Ackman’s fund wants to buy Universal Music

Michael Malone’s reported move to UNC stuns the college basketball world

Michael Malone’s reported move to UNC stuns the college basketball world

The Michigan Wolverines won a title by mastering college basketball’s new world. It might change the sport

The Michigan Wolverines won a title by mastering college basketball’s new world. It might change the sport

Michigan muscles its way to program's 2nd national title, beating stubborn UConn 69-63

High-scoring Michigan had to get down and dirty to dig out the national title, making only two 3-pointers all night but still muscling its way to a 69-63 victory over stingy, stubborn UConn

Willson Contreras warns Brewers if they hit him with another pitch he'll `take one of them out'

Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras had a warning for the Milwaukee Brewers after he was hit on the hand by a pitch from right-hander Brandon Woodruff

Watch Savannah Guthrie’s return to the 'Today' show

Savannah Guthrie is back behind the anchor desk to co-host the “Today” show on NBC after her mother, Nancy Guthrie, went missing from her home near Tucson, Arizona, at the beginning of February. Officials say the investigation into her disappearance is still active, and no suspects have been identified.

Mariners slugger Cal Raleigh hits first home run of 2026 following 10-game drought

Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh, who led the major leagues with 60 home runs last year, hit his first of the 2026 season Monday night following a 10-game drought

Lil Nas X enters a mental health program intended to lead to dropped charges of attacking police

A judge has allowed Lil Nas X to enter a mental health diversion program that could lead to the dismissal of charges against him

Rays are victorious in return to Tropicana Field after Hurricane Milton tore off the roof in 2024

With cowbells ringing in the stands, Bryan Baker was fired up after striking out Pete Crow-Armstrong to give the Tampa Bay Rays a triumphant return to Tropicana Field

Mahreen Sohail's story collection 'Small Scale Sinners' wins the PEN/Faulkner prize

Mahreen Sohail’s short story collection, "Small Scale Sinners," has won the PEN/Faulkner Award for fiction

Patrick Reed’s long road back: Leaving LIV, waiting out a PGA Tour return and playing in the Masters

Patrick Reed is back at the Masters, walking among the Georgia pines

Wireless Festival boss stands by Ye headlining concerts as sponsors pull out

As sponsors pull out from London’s Wireless Festival over headliner Ye, its organizer is standing by the rapper formerly known as Kanye West

With the Easter Bunny at his side, Trump won’t stop talking about Iran

With the Easter Bunny at his side, Trump won’t stop talking about Iran

What to Stream: Sydney Sweeney, 'Malcolm in the Middle,' Jonah Hill, 'Hacks' and Ella Langley

Sydney Sweeney starring as real-life boxing legend Christy Martin in the movie “Christy” and “Hacks” launching its fifth and final season on HBO are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you

The Tigers, led by catcher Dillon Dingler, have been baseball's best at ABS challenges

Major League Baseball's first week of challenges to robot umpires shows catchers outperforming batters

Man cleared in the killing of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay could soon be freed

A man who was convicted and then cleared of killing of rap star Jam Master Jay of Run-DMC could be freed within days

CBS will hand Colbert’s late-night time slot to ‘Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen’

CBS will hand Colbert’s late-night time slot to ‘Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen’

Iowa State star Audi Crooks joins transfer portal rush as 1,100 players enter on first day

Audi Crooks is one of nine Iowa State players who officially entered the NCAA transfer portal Monday on the first day it was open

A timeline of the Nancy Guthrie disappearance and investigation

Savannah Guthrie has returned to hosting the “Today” show for the first time since her mother disappeared from her Arizona home more than two months ago

The bobblehead nun? Beloved Neumann University sister inspires unique fundraiser

The bobblehead nun? Beloved Neumann University sister inspires unique fundraiser

High schoolers to launch nonprofit that delivers free flowers to seniors

High schoolers to launch nonprofit that delivers free flowers to seniors

YouTubers trespass at Epstein's former Zorro Ranch, claim they were shot at

YouTubers trespass at Epstein's former Zorro Ranch, claim they were shot at

Man missing from motel under suspicious circumstances

Man missing from motel under suspicious circumstances

Here are the key developments in the weekslong search for Nancy Guthrie

Here are the key developments in the weekslong search for Nancy Guthrie

Dream acquire 2-time WNBA All-Star Angel Reese from Sky for first-round draft picks in 2027 and 2028

The Atlanta Dream have acquired two-time WNBA All-Star Angel Reese from the Chicago Sky in exchange for Atlanta’s first-round picks in 2027 and 2028

Another sloppy women's Final Four feels like a missed opportunity for the sport

The women’s Final Four looked as though it might be a classic, featuring a quartet of the game’s marquee programs along with a number of veteran stars and iconic coaches

UConn's Tarris Reed Jr. relishes chance to finish college career against Michigan in title game

Coach Dusty May saw Tarris Reed Jr.’s potential on tape when he took the Michigan job

Viral TikTok review saves bakery from inflation struggles and brings massive lines of customers

Viral TikTok review saves bakery from inflation struggles and brings massive lines of customers

Savannah Guthrie returns to 'Today' anchor desk for first time since mother's disappearance

Savannah Guthrie has returned to NBC’s “Today” show anchor desk for the first time since her mother's disappearance more than two months ago

Jellybeanville celebrates 65 years of Easter displays

Jellybeanville celebrates 65 years of Easter displays

Community returns to Lao New Year Festival for final day following tragedy

Community returns to Lao New Year Festival for final day following tragedy

From book bans to basement makeovers: 10 win I Love My Librarian Award for making a difference

The I Love My Librarian Award celebrates librarians making a difference

Friends find kidney donors after years of searching

Friends find kidney donors after years of searching

9-year-old equestrian qualifies for national dressage competition

9-year-old equestrian qualifies for national dressage competition

Students receive free prom attire from nonprofit

Students receive free prom attire from nonprofit

Shark attack survivor returns to beach as recovery continues

Shark attack survivor returns to beach as recovery continues

Teenagers and younger kids are learning coded predator phrases like ‘MAP’ online, long before their parents have even heard of it

MAP, NOMAP and 764 are among the coded terms that all speak to pedophilia. Here’s how families can stay ahead of the risk.

‘It’s good to be home’: Savannah Guthrie returns to ‘Today’ show as search for mom continues

‘It’s good to be home’: Savannah Guthrie returns to ‘Today’ show as search for mom continues

What I learned from analyzing 789 ‘Shark Tank’ pitches: Narcissists get funding if they’re not arrogant or defensive

The ‘flavor’ of narcissism driving an entrepreneur’s behavior can affect whether a startup wins funding from investors.

Helicopter drops thousands of Easter eggs for egg hunt at Colorado church

Helicopter drops thousands of Easter eggs for egg hunt at Colorado church

How a blind man made it possible for others with low vision to build Lego sets

Matthew Shifrin loved building Lego sets as a child

Kanye West was booked as a festival headliner. Brands are now pulling their sponsorship

Kanye West was booked as a festival headliner. Brands are now pulling their sponsorship

After missing more than 2 months with right knee injury, Stephen Curry returns for Warriors

Stephen Curry swished a 3-pointer on his second shot from deep and raised his arms in delight when the ball went through

Menopause products are having a hot minute. But doctors urge women to be wary of the marketing surge

Women suffering through the hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes and sleep problems that can come with menopause — all while looking in the mirror and noticing signs of aging — are being bombarded with products

WNBA free agency set to open Monday, with a fast-track window for offers

The WNBA and its players’ union agreed to start free agency on Monday, the league announced Sunday

Lauren Betts used lessons learned to lead UCLA to its 1st NCAA national championship

UCLA women's basketball has won its first NCAA national championship with a 79-51 blowout of South Carolina

UCLA great Ann Meyers Drysdale filled with pride watching Bruins win NCAA title

Ann Meyers Drysdale will always be a Bruin

J.J. Spaun rallies to win Texas Open for first title since US Open

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Mullins family shifts longtime allegiance from Michigan to UConn for national championship game

Even though he hails from a state where Peyton Manning ruled the sports world, the Fab Five and Tom Brady turned Indiana native Josh Mullins into a dedicated Michigan fan

UCLA storms past South Carolina to claim its 1st NCAA women's basketball title

Gabriela Jaquez scored 21 points, Lauren Betts added 16 and UCLA routed South Carolina 79-51 Sunday to win its first NCAA championship in women’s basketball

Astros place ace right-hander Hunter Brown on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder strain

The Houston Astros have placed ace right-hander Hunter Brown on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder strain

After getting 'smacked' again in title game, South Carolina's Staley plots program's next moves

South Carolina’s quest to win a fourth national title ended in ugly fashion for a second straight season when the Gamecocks lost to UCLA 79-51 in the NCAA women’s basketball title game

It's a boy! Scottie Scheffler arrives at Masters with 9-day-old son and a game he hopes is ready

Two-time Masters champion Scottie Scheffler has brought his entire family to Augusta National

Boy uses art to carry on dad's legacy, after losing him to gun violence

Boy uses art to carry on dad's legacy, after losing him to gun violence

Illini fans react to heartbreaking loss to UConn in Final Four game

Illini fans react to heartbreaking loss to UConn in Final Four game

Leeds beat West Ham in penalty shootout to reach FA Cup semifinals for first time since 1987

Leeds threw away a two-goal lead in second-half injury time and conceded two disallowed goals in extra time before going on to beat West Ham in a penalty shootout and reach the FA Cup semifinals for the first time since 1987

AP national player of the year Cameron Boozer is recovering physically, emotionally from UConn loss

Duke star and Associated Press men's national player of the year Cameron Boozer is still healing physically and emotionally after the Blue Devils’ devastating March Madness loss to UConn

6-year-old girl holding art auctions to raise money childhood cancer patients

6-year-old girl holding art auctions to raise money childhood cancer patients

Video shows fox attacking woman

Video shows fox attacking woman

Pressure mounts on Ye to be pulled from his headline role at a summer festival in London

Pressure is mounting for the American rapper Ye to be pulled from his headline role at a London music festival this summer

Annual Easter celebration brings families to Maryland Zoo

Annual Easter celebration brings families to Maryland Zoo

Islanders fire coach Patrick Roy after losing 4 in a row, name Peter DeBoer his replacement

Patrick Roy has been fired as coach of the New York Islanders

It’s-a-hit: ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ box office blasts off with $372.5 million globally

“The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” has scored the biggest opening of the year for a Hollywood film

More than a dozen injured after vehicle hits parade-goers during Louisiana celebration

More than a dozen injured after vehicle hits parade-goers during Louisiana celebration

Mourning for dinosaurs, 65 million years too late

Mourning for dinosaurs, 65 million years too late

UConn keeps proving it just knows how to win in big games. A shot at a third title in four years comes on Monday

UConn keeps proving it just knows how to win in big games. A shot at a third title in four years comes on Monday

Rays are eager to return to Tropicana Field for the first game since hurricane damaged the roof

A sellout crowd will welcome the Tampa Bay Rays back to renovated Tropicana Field on Monday for the first time in 18 1/2 months

Screenwriters union and Hollywood studios reach four-year tentative agreement

Screenwriters and Hollywood studios have reached a tentative deal after a few weeks of negotiation

How Graham Platner is using trivia games and happy hours to help power his Maine Senate campaign

Democrat Graham Platner is attracting support for his Maine Senate campaign from voters willing to forgive his past transgressions and embrace his populist message

Jo Adell robs 3 homers in what Torii Hunter calls the greatest defensive game he's ever seen

You’ve done something special when Torii Hunter, a nine-time Gold Glove Award winner known for his acrobatic catches, calls what you just did “probably the greatest defensive game I’ve ever seen.”

Michigan rolls to national title game with its latest double-digit March win, 91-73 over Arizona

Michigan overpowered Arizona early and humbled the ’Cats all night long, turning the Final Four meeting billed as the game of the year into a 91-73 Wolverines highlight reel

Michigan installed as early favorite over UConn in national title game despite Lendeborg injury

UConn knows what it will take to become the first team in more than half a century to win three national championships in four seasons

English choirs seek to protect a musical tradition little changed since Queen Elizabeth I

A campaign is underway to protect England's choral music tradition, which has thrived for nearly 500 years

Vehicle hits revelers during Lao New Year celebration in Louisiana

Several people were injured when a vehicle struck revelers at a parade celebrating the Lao New Year on Saturday in rural Louisiana

NBA says investigation into dispute between Bucks and Antetokounmpo is ongoing

An NBA investigation into the dispute between the Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo regarding the two-time MVP’s injury status is ongoing

Austin Reaves is out for the rest of the Lakers' regular season with oblique muscle injury

Austin Reaves will miss the rest of the Los Angeles Lakers’ regular season with a Grade 2 oblique muscle injury

Geno Auriemma apologizes for tense exchange with Dawn Staley after UConn loss

UConn coach Geno Auriemma has apologized for his actions during a heated exchange with Dawn Staley at the end of the Huskies’ loss to South Carolina in the women’s Final Four

Avs defenseman Brent Burns becomes 2nd in NHL history to skate in 1,000 consecutive games

Avalanche defenseman Brent Burns became the second player in NHL history to appear in 1,000 consecutive games when Colorado faced against Central Division rival Dallas on Saturday

10-year-old Northeast Philadelphia plane crash survivor rings bell before Sixers-Timberwolves game

10-year-old Northeast Philadelphia plane crash survivor rings bell before Sixers-Timberwolves game

Art programs in Harlem help alleviate stress for dementia patients, caregivers

Art programs in Harlem help alleviate stress for dementia patients, caregivers

Maria Jose Marin wins Augusta National Women's Amateur after Asterisk Talley meltdown

Maria Jose Marin of Colombia has won the Augusta National Women's Amateur

Mechanicsville man discovers dad's artwork from WWII buried for decades

Mechanicsville man discovers dad's artwork from WWII buried for decades

Canada's Artemis II astronaut gives thumbs-up to 'Project Hail Mary' starring Canadian Ryan Gosling

The new space movie “Project Hail Mary” starring Ryan Gosling is getting rave reviews more than halfway to the moon

VSU senior showcases jazz portraits in first solo exhibition: 'Art has given me an outlet'

VSU senior showcases jazz portraits in first solo exhibition: 'Art has given me an outlet'

Auriemma rips officials and beefs with Staley, but bad night for Strong and Fudd is why UConn fell

UConn’s Geno Auriemma was not a happy man

9-year-old Virginia equestrian qualifies for national dressage competition

9-year-old Virginia equestrian qualifies for national dressage competition

Parker, Delle Donne and 1996 US Olympic women's basketball team set for Hall of Fame enshrinement

Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Chamique Holdsclaw and the 1996 U.S. Olympic women’s basketball team will be enshrined in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame later this year

Pokémon cards are igniting an international crime spree

Pokémon cards are igniting an international crime spree

Can Kennedy lineage and hype over 'Love Story' help send JFK's grandson to Congress?

As a Kennedy scion, Jack Schlossberg had a lot of hype behind him when he launched his congressional campaign in New York City late last year

Mavs rookie Cooper Flagg scores 51 points to become first teen to reach 50 in an NBA game

Cooper Flagg scored 51 points to become the first teenager to reach the 50-point mark in an NBA game

CNN meets lifelike robotic Olaf from “Frozen"

Engineers at Walt Disney Imagineering Research and Development have built an incredibly realistic interactive robot of the beloved "Frozen" character Olaf. He will be available for public view at the new World of Frozen at Disneyland Paris on March 29th.

Would you eat sticky toffee pudding on pizza?

Circus Pizza is not your typical London pizzeria. They top their pizza crust with traditional British desserts like sticky toffee pudding and rhubarb with custard. CNN Travel senior producer Maureen O’Hare put some of their sweet toppings to the test.

Ye attempts a comeback with sold-out LA-area concert, support from Lauryn Hill

The artist formerly and possibly again known as Kanye West reveled in support from one of his musical idols, Lauryn Hill, as he staged a sold-out Southern California concert meant to mark a comeback from years of controversy

US sprinters Richardson and Coleman advance to the Stawell Gift semifinals in Australia

American sprinters Sha’Carri Richardson and Christian Coleman have won their heats and qualified for Monday’s semifinals of the Stawell Gift, an annual race contested over 120 meters on grass in a small Australian town near Melbourne

UCLA withstands Texas' late charge, reaches 1st NCAA championship game with grinding 51-44 win

Lauren Betts had 16 points and made a huge block late, and UCLA withstood a late charge by Texas for a 51-44 win to reach the women’s NCAA Tournament national championship game for the first time

South Carolina returns to the NCAA championship game in a showdown with newcomer UCLA

Dawn Staley and South Carolina are back in a familiar place, reaching the NCAA championship game for the fourth time in five years

Hollywood's narrative on UFOs and ETs reaches back many decades

Hollywood has driven how Americans envision little green men with big eyes and bigger heads

UConn has remained women's college basketball's gold standard amid rapid growth of the game

When Jennifer Rizzotti arrived at UConn as a player in 1992, the expectations around the school, as well as the women’s basketball landscape, were much different than they are today

Coaches push back after LeBron James suggests NBA better if Grizzlies left Memphis

A pair of NBA head coaches defended Memphis and its culture Friday following criticism by Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James that the Grizzlies should just relocate

Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin, 19, certainly looks ready for the majors during electric debut

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin is eager to stop being a prospect and start being a big leaguer

Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo lay their foundations in the WNBA expansion draft

Portland, which is welcoming a WNBA team back in the city after 24 years, selected veteran forward Bridget Carleton with the first pick in the league’s expansion draft on Friday

NBA scoring leader Luka Doncic to miss rest of Lakers' regular season with hamstring strain

Luka Doncic will miss the rest of the Los Angeles Lakers’ regular season with a Grade 2 strain of his left hamstring, the team says

Ohtani, Tucker, Betts and Freeman all homer as the top of the Dodgers' order breaks out

Shohei Ohtani, Kyle Tucker, Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman — the first four hitters in the Los Angeles lineup — all homered in a 13-6 win over the Washington Nationals

Dallas Stars' arena investigating 4 fans for apparently celebrating with a Nazi salute

The home arena of the Dallas Stars has launched an investigation into a video that apparently shows four fans celebrating a goal with a Nazi salute

“I Was a Coward”: Former Idaho pastor sentenced to 17 Years on child pornography charges

“I Was a Coward”: Former Idaho pastor sentenced to 17 Years on child pornography charges

Police: South Carolina woman beaten in hotel room before writing 'Call 911' on window in soap

Police: South Carolina woman beaten in hotel room before writing 'Call 911' on window in soap

Cole Caufield takes aim at joining the Montreal Canadiens' exclusive 50-goal club

Of course Cole Caufield has thought about it

Children race to gather marshmallows dropped from a helicopter at pair of Michigan parks

It rained marshmallows at two Detroit-area parks as kids raced to collect thousands of the gooey treats dropped from a helicopter

Historic Gettysburg flag goes on public display for first time

Historic Gettysburg flag goes on public display for first time

Glassblowing business working to create a twist on the traditional Easter egg hunt

Glassblowing business working to create a twist on the traditional Easter egg hunt

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans an April rally to mark his first 100 days in office

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans an April rally to mark his first 100 days in office

Mother accused of forcing unneeded medical treatments on son, warrant says

Mother accused of forcing unneeded medical treatments on son, warrant says

Last known living squadron member shares WWII story

Last known living squadron member shares WWII story

Former Turnstile guitarist is accused of hitting an ex-bandmate's dad with his car

A former guitarist for Grammy-winning Baltimore hardcore band Turnstile has been charged with attempted murder after authorities say he chased down and struck a former bandmate’s father with his car, badly injuring him

Nebraska’s Fred Hoiberg named Associated Press Coach of the Year after breakthrough season

Fred Hoiberg of Nebraska has been named The Associated Press men's basketball coach of the year

Baby found safe after man steals car with infant inside from day care parking lot

Baby found safe after man steals car with infant inside from day care parking lot

Why one Las Vegas newspaper just stopped printing its rival

The Las Vegas Review-Journal will no longer print its rival the Las Vegas Sun for the first time in decades, sharpening a longtime legal dispute between the southern Nevada newspapers

At 90, this piano teacher shows no signs of slowing down

At 90, this piano teacher shows no signs of slowing down

Duke freshman forward Cameron Boozer named The Associated Press men's national player of the year

Duke freshman forward Cameron Boozer is The Associated Press men's college basketball national player of the year

Stay tuned Cincinnati: WKRP is coming to town for real, North Carolina station's director says

WKRP is coming to Cincinnati — for real this time, according to the current owner of that call sign

After crash, Tiger Woods told deputy he was 'talking to the president,' body camera shows

After crashing his SUV last week in Florida, Tiger Woods took out his phone and told a deputy, “I was just talking to the president."

What makes you a pro? At the Final Four, that question is bubbling up once again

The NCAA is grappling with the blurred lines between amateur and professional sports

Surprise! Zendaya wears something blue, after the old, new and borrowed

First she wore something old

Puppy seen peering out of abandoned house's chimney rescued by Detroit Fire

Puppy seen peering out of abandoned house's chimney rescued by Detroit Fire

Police investigate possible AI-generated pornographic images of high school students

Police investigate possible AI-generated pornographic images of high school students

Why Americans give: New research finds 5 distinct profiles for generosity

Different kinds of Americans are generous in different ways.

Supreme Court ruling on Colorado conversion therapy case is not a clear win for conservatives

The court decided Colorado’s ban on conversion therapy violated the free speech of a talk therapist.

MASTERS '26: Exclusive locker room, shared company

Rory McIlroy sounds like a kid on Christmas morning when he talks about finding out who he shares a locker with at the Masters

The two lives of Chuck Norris

The action star’s death forced fans to reckon with his strange legacy: a real person with a complicated past, and a meme that made him into an immortal symbol of exaggerated masculinity.

The costume maker who convinced Hersheypark to embrace candy mascots and ‘chocolatize’ their old-timey theme park

Hersheypark underwent a total transformation in the 1970s, when candy mascots and thrill rides replaced barn animals and old-timey recreations of Tudor England.

Mother shares message after returning money her son stole from Baltimore food truck

Mother shares message after returning money her son stole from Baltimore food truck

'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' cast aren't the only influencers sowing curiosity about the church

Latter-day Saint influencers have found an enthusiastic audience across the country, curious about their faith and family, but they are often imperfect and unofficial representatives of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Women's Final Four teams reflect on the transfer portal's impact

The impact of the transfer portal can be felt all around the basketball landscape, and that includes the women's Final Four

Inside the Tiger Woods arrest: What bodycam video shows as investigators scrutinize what led to crash

Inside the Tiger Woods arrest: What bodycam video shows as investigators scrutinize what led to crash

Lakers' Luka Doncic hurts left hamstring in a blowout loss to Thunder with MRI set for Friday

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic injured his left hamstring in a loss to Oklahoma City and coach JJ Redick said the league’s scoring leader will have an MRI on Friday

A new fashion gig for Travis Kelce hints at his wedding outfit

A new fashion gig for Travis Kelce hints at his wedding outfit

Judge tosses Blake Lively’s sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni one month before trial

Judge tosses Blake Lively’s sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni one month before trial

Hubbard's bold finish gives him a 1-shot lead in Texas Open

Mark Hubbard is leading the Valero Texas Open after a big run of birdied that ended in darkness

Rookie catcher Carter Jensen gets scratched from Royals' starting lineup after oversleeping

Kansas City rookie catcher Carter Jensen was removed from the Royals’ starting lineup for Thursday game with the Minnesota Twins after he overslept

Shea Ralph named AP women’s basketball Coach of the Year after Vanderbilt’s 29-5 season

Shea Ralph of Vanderbilt has been named The Associated Press women's basketball Coach of the Year

Anthony Edwards ineligible for NBA postseason awards after Timberwolves rule him out against Pistons

Anthony Edwards is ineligible for NBA postseason awards because he can’t reach the 65-game minimum after the Minnesota Timberwolves ruled out him out against the Detroit Pistons

Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni tossed out but robust case remains

A federal judge in New York has tossed out Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni over the movie “It Ends With Us" but left intact claims for retaliation

Rapper Pooh Shiesty charged with kidnapping over alleged dispute involving rapper Gucci Mane's label

Federal prosecutors have accused rapper Pooh Shiesty and eight others of robbing three men at gunpoint and kidnapping them in Texas following a contract dispute in January involving rapper Gucci Mane’s record label

Attorneys say Oklahoma basketball player who died after game wasn't given proper medical care

Attorneys for an Oklahoma college basketball player who died after being injured during a game last year say wasn't given proper medical care after his injury

Cheryl Miller and Breanna Stewart celebrated as the greatest players of the women's poll era

Cheryl Miller’s impact on women’s basketball spans generations, from dominating on the court at Southern California in the 1980s to making her mark in the broadcast booth

Keaton Wagler leads deep group of talented freshmen still putting their imprint on March Madness

Keaton Wagler’s high school basketball transcript contained everything a college coach could want in a recruit

Zeus on the loose: Couple reunited with lost dog after 7 months

Zeus on the loose: Couple reunited with lost dog after 7 months

'Little Free Library' operator grateful for community response after books stolen

'Little Free Library' operator grateful for community response after books stolen

Capy Hour Cafe brings unique capybara coffee experience to Idaho

Capy Hour Cafe brings unique capybara coffee experience to Idaho

Michigan starter Elliot Cadeau joins teammates at Final Four after accidental exposure to nuts

Michigan starting point guard Elliot Cadeau has rejoined his teammates for the Final Four and said his allergic reaction that required hospitalization a day earlier was due to an accidental exposure to nuts

A New England furniture store will refund customers if both UConn teams make the NCAA title games

Some college basketball fans are hoping for more than national titles at the NCAA Final Four

Former manager of Georgia trailer park arrested three times in 25-hour span, officers say

Former manager of Georgia trailer park arrested three times in 25-hour span, officers say

Surveillance video reveals Walmart stabbing and bystanders stopping the fleeing suspect

Surveillance video reveals Walmart stabbing and bystanders stopping the fleeing suspect

Toddler goes viral for chanting 'U of A' in his crib after Wildcats advance to the Final Four

Toddler goes viral for chanting 'U of A' in his crib after Wildcats advance to the Final Four

Iowa State star Audi Crooks entering the transfer portal, the latest to leave team in mass exodus

Iowa State star Audi Crooks announced she is entering the transfer portal, making her the fourth starter and 10th Cyclones player overall to say they will move on after a disappointing second half of the season following a start that matched the best in program history

Woman, 90, fatally beaten by grandson with skateboard in Hudson; 2 other family members injured, DA says

Woman, 90, fatally beaten by grandson with skateboard in Hudson; 2 other family members injured, DA says

Woman in critical condition after she is attacked by multiple dogs

Woman in critical condition after she is attacked by multiple dogs

Black-owned lounge cancels opening over its controversial name

Black-owned lounge cancels opening over its controversial name

Woman allegedly stole over $180,000 from employer for Airbnb, Hawaii wedding

Woman allegedly stole over $180,000 from employer for Airbnb, Hawaii wedding

Bruce Hornsby looks back with new album 'Indigo Park' that mixes simplicity and complexity

Bruce Hornsby has a new album that looks back on his life with warmth, humor and deliberate weirdness

Elementary schools introduce book vending machines

Elementary schools introduce book vending machines

Trevor Bauer’s next stop: An Atlantic League opening night start with the Long Island Ducks

Former Cy Young winner Trevor Bauer has signed with the Long Island Ducks of the Atlantic League and is scheduled to pitch opening night on April 21 for the minor league team

Delta State’s women’s basketball legacy endures even as national spotlight has faded

Delta State became one of women’s basketball’s early powerhouses under coach Margaret Wade and star player Lusia Harris

Hailee Steinfeld says she and Bills quarterback Josh Allen have welcomed a baby girl

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen and actor and singer Hailee Steinfeld are proud parents of a baby girl

Michigan’s 'Fab Five' will reunite during Saturday's Final Four

Michigan’s “Fab Five” will reunite during Saturday’s Final Four

Middle school students fundraise to send a Korean War veteran on an Honor Flight

Middle school students fundraise to send a Korean War veteran on an Honor Flight

Family pleads for return of French bulldog after it was taken from outside their home

Family pleads for return of French bulldog after it was taken from outside their home

Former firefighter files another lawsuit for job back after acquittal on rape charges

Former firefighter files another lawsuit for job back after acquittal on rape charges

BJ Novak to host PEN America gala on May 14 at the American Museum of Natural History

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Heather Morris returns to WWII with 'The Piano Teacher of Montparnasse' set in Nazi-occupied Paris

Heather Morris has a new novel set during World War II in Nazi-occupied Paris

Kirk Cousins and Raiders agree to a deal as veteran is expected to help Fernando Mendoza transition

Kirk Cousins has agreed to a deal with the Las Vegas Raiders

Kids ate the multiplex: How family movies are taking over moviegoing, one blockbuster at a time

As “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” lands in theaters, coloring stations, collectible popcorn containers and mascot Marios are all in place to entice arguably the most prized moviegoers to Hollywood today

The NFL and Topps come back together for the first time in 10 years in multi-year agreement

The NFL and Topps come back together for the first time in 10 years in multi-year agreement

New video shows Gervonta "Tank" Davis allegedly pushing his ex-girlfriend down stairs of a Miami Gardens strip club

New video shows Gervonta "Tank" Davis allegedly pushing his ex-girlfriend down stairs of a Miami Gardens strip club

Police say new technology is contributing to recent rise in auto thefts

Police say new technology is contributing to recent rise in auto thefts

Residents say postal workers won't deliver mail on their street due to turkey takeover

Residents say postal workers won't deliver mail on their street due to turkey takeover

Suspect in cold case murder and rape of Georgia woman arrested over 40 years later, GBI says

Suspect in cold case murder and rape of Georgia woman arrested over 40 years later, GBI says

Believe it! After a wild March Madness, Final Four teams look to conjure up more magic

Those who believe college sports is losing its heart — being overtaken by money —are not all wrong

DeMar DeRozan scores 28 points to pass Dominique Wilkins on career list, Kings beat Raptors 123-115

DeMar DeRozan scored 14 of his 28 points in the fourth quarter, Precious Achiuwa had 28 points and a season-high 19 rebounds and the Sacramento Kings beat the Toronto Raptors 123-115

Rams WR Puka Nacua went to rehab before being sued for assault and battery by a woman, attorney says

Los Angeles Rams All-Pro wide receiver Puka Nacua was in rehab before he was sued for assault and battery by a woman who says he made an antisemitic statement and bit her on the shoulder, his attorney said on Wednesday

'Bob's Burgers' actor Eugene Mirman rescued from fiery crash by New Hampshire governor's detail

Actor and comedian Eugene Mirman suffered serious injuries after crashing his car into a toll plaza and being pulled from the fiery wreckage by a state trooper assigned to protect the governor of New Hampshire

Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza puts on impressive show at Indiana's biggest pro day

Fernando Mendoza warmed up with his college roommate Wednesday while nearly two dozen college teammates took turns running the 40-yard dash

Michigan State's Tom Izzo says he had serious talks last year about coaching NBA's Phoenix Suns

Michigan State’s Tom Izzo said Wednesday on “The Dan Patrick Show” that he considered coaching the Phoenix Suns after discussing the possibility last year with one of his former players, Mat Ishbia, who owns the NBA team

Artemis launch, flipping voters, fed-up drivers: Catch up on the day’s stories

Artemis launch, flipping voters, fed-up drivers: Catch up on the day’s stories

Pirates' Paul Skenes limits Reds' offense and gets his 1st win of 2026

Paul Skenes quickly shrugged off the shortest start of his dominant major league career

Casino employee accused of armed robbery pleads not guilty

Casino employee accused of armed robbery pleads not guilty

Brief fire causes evacuation but no injuries at historic Detroit college building

Fire caused the evacuation of a historic building owned by Wayne State University in Detroit

Lawsuit says Taylor Swift's 'Showgirl' pose comes too close to the work of a real one

A real-life Las Vegas showgirl is suing Taylor Swift, saying the branding surrounding her album “The Life of a Showgirl.”

Mother returns to U.S. after federal judge rules deportation unlawful

Mother returns to U.S. after federal judge rules deportation unlawful

Umpire C.B. Bucknor leaves Rays-Brewers game after foul tip strikes him in his face mask

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Foster parent specializes in being "bonus mom" to teens

Foster parent specializes in being "bonus mom" to teens

Warrants: Man allegedly shoots, kills mother of his kids after argument where he accused her of cheating with his cousin

Warrants: Man allegedly shoots, kills mother of his kids after argument where he accused her of cheating with his cousin

Teacher gets the surprise of a lifetime after changing students’ lives through music

Teacher gets the surprise of a lifetime after changing students’ lives through music

Aluminum spool falls from crane onto worker, killing him at warehouse

Aluminum spool falls from crane onto worker, killing him at warehouse

Porsche SUV splits entirely in half after slamming into tree in wild Dunwoody crash

Porsche SUV splits entirely in half after slamming into tree in wild Dunwoody crash

911 calls capture moments after car barrels onto Daytona Beach airport runway

911 calls capture moments after car barrels onto Daytona Beach airport runway

After destructive truck crash, pizza maker celebrates showing at international competition

After destructive truck crash, pizza maker celebrates showing at international competition

Monterey fire survivor receives donated power chair from Salinas family

Monterey fire survivor receives donated power chair from Salinas family

Giving up the music from 'Hamilton' for Lent

Giving up the music from 'Hamilton' for Lent

Business owner sentenced after returning false ashes to grieving pet owners

Business owner sentenced after returning false ashes to grieving pet owners

She was abused by a pastor at 12. Decades later, she finds justice and forgiveness

She was abused by a pastor at 12. Decades later, she finds justice and forgiveness

From TMZ to Trump, pressure grows to bring Congress back during partial shutdown

TMZ is turning its celebrity lens on Congress, tracking lawmakers on recess as a nearly six-week Department of Homeland Security shutdown drags on

Megan Thee Stallion takes 2 Broadway shows off after illness during 'Moulin Rouge!'

Megan Thee Stallion was rushed to the hospital after feeling very ill onstage during "Moulin Rouge

Bruce Springsteen honors Prince as tour kicks off in Minneapolis

Bruce Springsteen honors Prince as tour kicks off in Minneapolis

Max Thieriot is on fire. Meet the man behind TV hits 'Fire Country' and 'Sheriff Country'

Max Thieriot has turned “Fire Country” and its spinoff “Sheriff Country” into the top two shows on Friday nights

Seconds before it's engulfed in flames, state trooper rescues man from pickup truck

Seconds before it's engulfed in flames, state trooper rescues man from pickup truck

Teen driver was intoxicated in crash that killed off-duty police officer in Ohio, officials say

Teen driver was intoxicated in crash that killed off-duty police officer in Ohio, officials say

Family says 14-year-old driver was mom of 1-year-old child killed in DUI crash

Family says 14-year-old driver was mom of 1-year-old child killed in DUI crash

See Drake Maye shave head to benefit Boston Children's Hospital cancer research: "It's bigger than football"

See Drake Maye shave head to benefit Boston Children's Hospital cancer research: "It's bigger than football"

Why Michael Jackson’s daughter, Paris, won’t stop ‘til she gets enough from his estate

Even after death, managing wealth can be complicated, slow and deeply contested.

Quadruple amputee accused of murder extradited from Virginia to Maryland

Quadruple amputee accused of murder extradited from Virginia to Maryland

Advocacy groups urge YouTube to protect kids from 'AI slop' videos

Advocacy groups and experts have slammed YouTube for serving up low-quality artificial intelligence-generated videos to its most vulnerable audience: children

Can a cult fashion brand appeal to the whole world?

Can a cult fashion brand appeal to the whole world?

Five of the best used EVs you can get for dirt cheap, according to Edmunds

Used electric vehicles can still be found at a bargain price, regardless of the federal tax credit

Apple’s biggest product in its 50-year history surprised the engineers who designed it

Apple’s biggest product in its 50-year history surprised the engineers who designed it

Gen Z’s love for retro watches has little to do with keeping time

Gen Z’s love for retro watches has little to do with keeping time

Amsterdam celebrates 25 years since the world's first same-sex weddings

Amsterdam is marking 25 years since the world's first gay marriages were celebrated in the Netherlands

Airport cleared to be renamed for Trump as he unveils design for skyscraper library

A Florida airport has been cleared to be renamed after President Donald Trump, hours before the president separately revealed plans for a Miami skyscraper planned to house his presidential library

Trump receives warm reception at the Kennedy Center after transforming the arts institution

Trump receives warm reception at the Kennedy Center after transforming the arts institution

Ohtani throws 6 scoreless innings in a drizzly debut on mound as Dodgers beat Guardians 4-1

Shohei Ohtani dominated in his first start on the mound this season as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Cleveland Guardians 4-1 in drizzly conditions

Mariners agree to $95 million, 8-year contract with top shortstop prospect Colt Emerson

Top prospect Colt Emerson and the Seattle Mariners have agreed to a $95 million, eight-year contract, the largest amount for a minor league prospect yet to make his major league debut

Umpire loses track of count, leading to walk instead of strikeout for Astros' Cam Smith vs. Red Sox

Plate umpire Mark Wegner acknowledged he lost track of the count during Cam Smith’s nine-pitch walk in the fifth inning of the Houston Astros’ 9-2 win over the Boston Red Sox

Missed call in Brewers' victory over Rays puts additional spotlight on Bucknor

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Bruce Springsteen brings 'Streets of Minneapolis' home as he launches US tour with 'War'

Bruce Springsteen was in a defiant but upbeat mood in Minneapolis as he launched his latest U.S. tour

Hegseth says suspension lifted for Army crew seen in video flying Apache helicopters at Kid Rock’s home

Hegseth says suspension lifted for Army crew seen in video flying Apache helicopters at Kid Rock’s home

Suspension lifted for helicopter pilots who hovered near Kid Rock's home

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the Army pilots who hovered two helicopters near Kid Rock’s Tennessee home during a training run while he clapped and saluted have had their suspensions lifted

Sugar The Surfing Dog, the first canine inducted into the Surfer’s Hall of Fame, dies

Sugar The Surfing Dog, the first canine inducted into the Surfer’s Hall of Fame, has died

Trump mostly cheered while attending opening night of 'Chicago' at the Kennedy Center

President Donald Trump drew mostly applause as he greeted the crowd on the opening night of the musical “Chicago” at the Kennedy Center on Tuesday night

Trump shares renderings of a towering presidential library

Trump shares renderings of a towering presidential library

For César Chavez supporters, a painful question: What to do with his legacy now

Sexual abuse allegations against the revered labor leader César Chavez have led to a swift fallout, leaving many to reconcile the legacy of a man who fought tirelessly for the rights of farmworkers

3 inmates accused in deadly jail assault, including Salinas double homicide suspect

3 inmates accused in deadly jail assault, including Salinas double homicide suspect

Bulls waive guard Jaden Ivey after anti-LGBTQ+ comments, remarks about religion on Instagram

The Chicago Bulls waived guard Jaden Ivey on Monday in the wake of anti-LGBTQ+ comments and remarks about religion he made in a series of videos on his Instagram account

Mamdani puts New York City government back on TikTok

Almost three years ago, New York City joined governments across the country to ban TikTok from its devices over security concerns about the Chinese social media site

Pioneering female NFL official sues league over her treatment and firing

In a new lawsuit, one of the first three women to officiate an NFL game describes her three years at the pinnacle of her profession as a descent into the grip of a sexist institution unable to treat a woman as an equal

Citing First Amendment, federal judge blocks Trump order to end funding for NPR and PBS

A federal judge has agreed to permanently block the Trump administration from implementing a presidential directive to end federal funding for National Public Radio and the Public Broadcasting Service

Federal judge rules Trump order ending NPR and PBS funding was unconstitutional

Federal judge rules Trump order ending NPR and PBS funding was unconstitutional

Pink tutus popping up in parks across Birmingham surprise and delight residents

Pink tutus popping up in parks across Birmingham surprise and delight residents

April’s full pink moon rose in the night sky this week

April’s full pink moon rose in the night sky this week

Karate school pleads for help after theft of priceless family heirloom

Karate school pleads for help after theft of priceless family heirloom

4-year-old superhero saves day in Marblehead, receives Make-a-Wish's 11,000th wish

4-year-old superhero saves day in Marblehead, receives Make-a-Wish's 11,000th wish

Monthslong meditation on impermanence at a remote California Zen retreat meets a real-life fire

A fire destroyed the main meditation hall at Tassajara Mountain Zen Center in Central California, as monks neared the end of a long retreat

A'ja Wilson returns to USA Basketball camp in Phoenix during Final Four week

Two-time Olympic gold medalist A’ja Wilson will take part in a USA Basketball training camp in Phoenix during Final Four week

Mother of 19-year-old killed in road rage incident speaks about the incident

Mother of 19-year-old killed in road rage incident speaks about the incident

Why is there a golden toilet on the National Mall?

Why is there a golden toilet on the National Mall?

Cincinnati trailblazer reflects on breaking barriers: ‘I love my story’

Cincinnati trailblazer reflects on breaking barriers: ‘I love my story’

Thousands gave. Now thousands will be helped through Giving Machine donations

Thousands gave. Now thousands will be helped through Giving Machine donations

Massive sphere art exhibit in Salt Lake City draws attention to Great Salt Lake

Massive sphere art exhibit in Salt Lake City draws attention to Great Salt Lake

Royals fan proposes to girlfriend outside Kauffman Stadium before Opening Day game

Royals fan proposes to girlfriend outside Kauffman Stadium before Opening Day game

Prince Harry's final suit against British tabloids could hang on private eye's disputed statement

Prince Harry’s final lawsuit against the British tabloids is now in the hands of a High Court judge

Raiders coach Klint Kubiak doesn't want a rookie QB to start Week 1 in right scenario

Fernando Mendoza won’t start right away for the Las Vegas Raiders if coach Klint Kubiak has his way

Boy pulls fire alarm to get real firefighters at party

Boy pulls fire alarm to get real firefighters at party

Mother donates kidney to daughter, both now encouraging more donors

Mother donates kidney to daughter, both now encouraging more donors

Artists who overcame homelessness teach new workshop for children

Artists who overcame homelessness teach new workshop for children

Woman 'adopts' 80-year-old widow who moved to Tennessee

Woman 'adopts' 80-year-old widow who moved to Tennessee

JD Vance has a new book about his religious faith, 'Communion,' coming out later this spring

Vice President JD Vance has a new book about his religious faith and adult conversion to Catholicism

‘The majority of Cubans want to be capitalist’: Why Fidel Castro’s influencer grandson is for a deal with Trump

‘The majority of Cubans want to be capitalist’: Why Fidel Castro’s influencer grandson is for a deal with Trump

Toddler safe after being accidentally towed inside a repossessed car

Toddler safe after being accidentally towed inside a repossessed car

Mansion once belonging to Karl Lagerfeld is up for sale — and it’s cheaper than you might expect

Mansion once belonging to Karl Lagerfeld is up for sale — and it’s cheaper than you might expect

Vance announces new book about finding his ‘way back to faith’

Vance announces new book about finding his ‘way back to faith’

Man pulls gun on pastor during a funeral service at a Detroit funeral home before police make arrests

Man pulls gun on pastor during a funeral service at a Detroit funeral home before police make arrests

John Green is writing his first novel for adults

John Green is writing his first novel for adults

Violent video game spurred fatal attack on veteran at mental health facility, lawsuit says

Violent video game spurred fatal attack on veteran at mental health facility, lawsuit says

Women's Final Four a repeat of last season, headlined by undefeated reigning national champion UConn

The women’s Final Four is on repeat

Hollywood binges on the written word

Hollywood binges on the written word

Cardi B and Steph Curry earn Webby Award nominations, along with Sydney Sweeney's bathwater

This year’s Webby Award nominations highlight the internet’s wildest hits, from celebrity campaigns to strange viral products

‘Project Hail Mary’ demonstrates how intellectual humility can be a guiding force for scientists and astronauts

Curiosity and an openness to new ideas help Ryland Grace, the movie’s protagonist, navigate new discoveries about life in the universe.

Lawyers for man accused of killing Charlie Kirk ask to delay preliminary hearing

Lawyers for the man charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk have asked to delay a preliminary hearing scheduled in May

South Florida dad heads home after nearly 7-year wait for lifesaving heart transplant: "I'm still in disbelief"

South Florida dad heads home after nearly 7-year wait for lifesaving heart transplant: "I'm still in disbelief"

Dancers at Boston Ballet juggling work and school through partnership with Northeastern University

Dancers at Boston Ballet juggling work and school through partnership with Northeastern University

St. Patrick's Day Weekend 2026: What you need to know about parades, Chicago River dyeing, and more

St. Patrick's Day Weekend 2026: What you need to know about parades, Chicago River dyeing, and more

Punch the monkey is finally making friends and fitting in

Punch the monkey is finally making friends and fitting in

NCAA announces 16 opening-weekend hosts for women's tournament before the bracket reveal

Anticipated No. 1 seeds UConn, UCLA, South Carolina and Texas were chosen as hosts for the first two rounds of the NCAA Women’s Tournament on Saturday

Trump administration must provide Kennedy Center renovation plans to board members before key closure vote, judge rules

Trump administration must provide Kennedy Center renovation plans to board members before key closure vote, judge rules

'Fully engulfed in flames': Investigation underway after North Carolina home explodes

'Fully engulfed in flames': Investigation underway after North Carolina home explodes

A seat at the table, but no vote yet for a Democratic lawmaker in the Kennedy Center board showdown

A federal judge says a Democratic lawmaker is entitled to participate in a Kennedy Center board meeting to discuss President Donald Trump’s plan to close the performing arts center for two years of renovations

Union president Nneka Ogwumike: Revenue sharing and housing remain key hurdles in WNBA CBA talks

Players’ union president Nneka Ogwumike said that revenue sharing and team-funded housing were two major items that still needed to be figured out to get a new collective bargaining agreement deal done with the WNBA

'Stick to what's relevant': Timothy Olson repeatedly admonished while on the stand in his kidnapping trial

'Stick to what's relevant': Timothy Olson repeatedly admonished while on the stand in his kidnapping trial

From grief to giving back: A Bay Area man's journey to uplift others by designing custom home projects

From grief to giving back: A Bay Area man's journey to uplift others by designing custom home projects

A Georgia teacher guided people through grief. Now, his community is showing mercy for students involved in his death

A Georgia teacher guided people through grief. Now, his community is showing mercy for students involved in his death

Disney’s new CEO has overseen a huge transformation of the Disney parks. Take a tour

Disney’s new CEO has overseen a huge transformation of the Disney parks. Take a tour

Out of the frying pan? Noma’s Rene Redzepi resigns, and fine dining confronts 'brigade' culture

The downfall of the world's top chef has raised questions about whether time is up for the storied bullying and abuse of fine dining kitchens

Ice Cube and ‘War of the Worlds’ top the Razzies

Ice Cube and ‘War of the Worlds’ top the Razzies

No. 2 Arizona’s Jaden Bradley stuns No. 7 Iowa State with a buzzer-beater to reach Big 12 final

Arizona’s Jaden Bradley hit a fall-away jumper at the buzzer, sending second-ranked Arizona to an 82-80 victory over No. 7 Iowa State in the Big 12 Tournament semifinals Friday night

Austin Wells' only swing of the bat puts the Dominicans in WBC record book and semifinals

Austin Wells’ only swing of the bat put the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic record book and the semifinal round

WNBA's Engelbert: Progress in negotiations and a deal needed by Monday to avoid season disruption

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert says progress is being made toward a new collective bargaining agreement and that there is an urgency to get a deal done by Monday to avoid disruptions to the upcoming season

No. 6 UConn beats Georgetown 67-51 to set up a Big East final clash against No. 13 St. John's

Braylon Mullins scored 15 of his 21 points in the first half, Jayden Ross hit a couple of momentum-stunting 3-pointers in the second, and sixth-ranked UConn defeated Georgetown 67-51 to set up a showdown of the top two seeds in the Big East Tournament final

The rapper who railed against corruption now set to be Nepal’s new leader

The rapper who railed against corruption now set to be Nepal’s new leader

Radko Gudas suspended 5 games for his knee-on-knee hit that injured Auston Matthews

Anaheim Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas has been suspended five games for his knee-on-knee hit that injured Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews

No. 13 St. John's back in Big East title game after 78-68 win over Seton Hall at MSG

Zuby Ejiofor scored 20 points and No. 13 St. John’s beat Seton Hall 78-68 to reach the Big East Tournament title game for the second consecutive season

Ric Grenell took a ‘sledgehammer’ to the Kennedy Center. Trump still soured on him

Ric Grenell took a ‘sledgehammer’ to the Kennedy Center. Trump still soured on him

Live Nation, Ticketmaster trial to resume after 7 states join a Justice Department settlement

More than 30 states will resume their antitrust trial against Live Nation and Ticketmaster on Monday after negotiations this week failed to result in many states joining a tentative settlement reached by the Justice Department

Rory McIlroy's back is feeling fine. It's his putter that hurts him at The Players

Rory McIlroy wasn't entirely sure he could play in The Players Championship because of back spasms

Trump ally Ric Grenell stepping down as Kennedy Center president

Richard Grenell is stepping down as president of the Kennedy Center after leading changes that drive artists away

US aims for historic clean sweep in Olympic and Paralympic ice hockey

The United States is one win away from an historic sweep of Olympic and Paralympic ice hockey golds

5 indelible photos from Hollywood's awards season, and the stories behind them

As a staff photojournalist for The Associated Press based in Los Angeles, Chris Pizzello covers hundreds of entertainment events a year

Live Nation antitrust trial resumes Monday on state claims after settlement talks break down

Live Nation antitrust trial resumes Monday on state claims after settlement talks break down

The 'Spieth experience' is entertaining to fans and frustrating for him at The Players

The Jordan Spieth experience is on full display at The Players Championship

College student accused of letting her newborn die, burying baby in yard bonds out

College student accused of letting her newborn die, burying baby in yard bonds out

Pennsylvania mausoleum investigated in grave thefts linked to Jonathan Gerlach case

Pennsylvania mausoleum investigated in grave thefts linked to Jonathan Gerlach case

Grand jury indicts man in case of missing Denver hairstylist Jax Gratton

Grand jury indicts man in case of missing Denver hairstylist Jax Gratton

Wrexham celebrity owners on commentary duty to mark five years since takeover

Wrexham’s celebrity owners are swapping the boardroom for the commentary booth to mark five years since their game-changing takeover of the Welsh soccer club

Kids at Golisano Children's at UK get to paint their doctors in child life program activity

Kids at Golisano Children's at UK get to paint their doctors in child life program activity

Checking in on Cole: Gallatin rallies around teen battling brain tumor with prayer vigil

Checking in on Cole: Gallatin rallies around teen battling brain tumor with prayer vigil

'TRAUMATIZED': Passenger steals Lyft driver’s SUV at West Palm Beach gas station

'TRAUMATIZED': Passenger steals Lyft driver’s SUV at West Palm Beach gas station

'A piece of me is just gone': Miracle Cromwell's mom demands answers as suspected killer roams free

'A piece of me is just gone': Miracle Cromwell's mom demands answers as suspected killer roams free

Look of the Week: Harry Styles proves that ‘It-bags’ are for the boys, too

Look of the Week: Harry Styles proves that ‘It-bags’ are for the boys, too

Big 12 ditching slippery glass floor for hardwood for rest of tournament

The Big 12 Conference is ditching its slippery new glass floor for a hardwood court for the final two days of the tournament

Two long-lost episodes of 'Doctor Who' have been found. Fans will soon be able to watch them

A film charity has uncovered two episodes of sci-fi series “Doctor Who” that were long believed lost

German museum celebrates famed Japanese artist Kusama in vast new exhibit

The renowned Museum Ludwig in Germany is celebrating its 50th anniversary by opening a nearly five-month exhibit with more than 300 works of the famed Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama

Ryan Coogler aware of potential Oscar history ahead but focused on 'Sinners' team before ceremony

Ryan Coogler says the Oscars matter, but he is focused on enjoying the moment with his “Sinners” team

North Texas dads raise thousands to buy new car for beloved elementary crossing guard: "Everybody loves her"

North Texas dads raise thousands to buy new car for beloved elementary crossing guard: "Everybody loves her"

The breakout star of ‘Sinners’ started his journey with a blues playlist from Ryan Coogler

The breakout star of ‘Sinners’ started his journey with a blues playlist from Ryan Coogler

I was teaching virtue and knowledge while lying on the side

While rationalizing deception is easy to do, developing the virtue of truthfulness is not.

As the Oscars approach, Hollywood grapples with AI’s growing influence on filmmaking

AI tools can now generate movie scenes, resurrect lost footage and replace entry-level jobs – forcing Hollywood to rethink creativity, labor and authorship.

Bracket Watch: Arkansas does the bubble a favor by ending Oklahoma's run in the SEC Tournament

The teams on the bubble are suddenly big fans of Darius Acuff Jr. The Arkansas guard scored 37 points Friday night to help the Razorbacks hold off Oklahoma 82-79 in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals

Low and slow meets forever: US postage stamps honor lowrider car culture

The U.S. Postal Service is unveiling a new series of stamps Friday that feature five special cars

Luka Doncic turns trash talk into first 50-point game with the Lakers

Luka Doncic doesn’t need an excuse to pile on points, so when Chicago guard Matas Buzelis started jawing with him Thursday night, it became the fuel for his first 50-point game with the Los Angeles Lakers

Spoelstra: 'I apologize to absolutely no one' over Bam Adebayo’s 83-point game

Erik Spoelstra had a very clear message to those who didn’t like how the final minutes of Bam Adebayo’s 83-point game played out

Live Nation employee mocks customers as 'so stupid' in internal messages released in court case

Newly revealed incendiary messages in which a Live Nation employee mocks customers as “so stupid” and says the company is “robbing them blind, baby” are gaining public attention during an ongoing antitrust trial

Jack Osbourne has named his daughter after his late father Ozzy

Jack Osbourne has named his daughter after his late father Ozzy

What the Live Nation settlement would mean for concertgoers — and why some say it isn't enough

Live Nation and the U.S. government struck a deal this week that they say would give artists and venues more choice when it comes selling concert tickets to music fans

Mark DeRosa owns 'overly confident' WBC remark before Team USA's loss to Italy

Manager Mark DeRosa says his premature comment about the United States having already punched its ticket to the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals before facing Italy was just an “overly confident statement” and reiterated Thursday he knew nothing was guaranteed at that point

Mike Evans calls decision to join the 49ers after 12 seasons in Tampa a 'no-brainer'

The decision to leave Tampa Bay wasn’t easy for Mike Evans after he and his family built strong relationships with the Buccaneers and the community over 12 seasons

'The Alabama Solution' documentary educating audiences before heading to LA for Oscars ceremony

'The Alabama Solution' documentary educating audiences before heading to LA for Oscars ceremony

Woman demands answers after teen caught on Ring camera kicking her door

Woman demands answers after teen caught on Ring camera kicking her door

Family shares journey from painful history to unity

Family shares journey from painful history to unity

Historic store 'closed forever' following owner's retirement

Historic store 'closed forever' following owner's retirement

Woman says online jewelry sale turned into attempted robbery; suspect arrested

Woman says online jewelry sale turned into attempted robbery; suspect arrested

Video shows customer pepper-spraying 18-year-old drive-thru worker after long wait

Video shows customer pepper-spraying 18-year-old drive-thru worker after long wait

Man charged after shooting family dog in head from window, police say

Man charged after shooting family dog in head from window, police say

Wilt Chamberlain's friends, family root for today's NBA stars to challenge Hall of Famer's records

Wilt Chamberlain’s family is keeping close watch as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander closes in on one of his long-standing NBA records

Iowa BBQ restaurant empowers special needs workers with job skills

Iowa BBQ restaurant empowers special needs workers with job skills

Pulse survivor reacts to sign coming down ahead of the nightclub’s demolition

Pulse survivor reacts to sign coming down ahead of the nightclub’s demolition

Author is inspired to share lessons from her pet goose

Author is inspired to share lessons from her pet goose

After 56 years, couple to dismantle beloved model train display, donate the proceeds

After 56 years, couple to dismantle beloved model train display, donate the proceeds

Ohio State names provost as its new president after predecessor's abrupt resignation

Ohio State has moved past the abrupt resignation of the university’s president by elevating its chief academic officer into the role

After 52 years, brutal rape and murder on Long Island is finally solved, police say

After 52 years, brutal rape and murder on Long Island is finally solved, police say

Students use theater to explore Holocaust's lessons and confront modern-day hate

Students use theater to explore Holocaust's lessons and confront modern-day hate

Foxboro gives greenlight to World Cup games after agreement reached on security costs at Gillette Stadium

Foxboro gives greenlight to World Cup games after agreement reached on security costs at Gillette Stadium

After years of growth, Georgia’s film industry hits a painful reset

Georgia’s film industry is struggling

Celebrity chef René Redzepi resigns from iconic Danish restaurant Noma after abuse allegations

René Redzepi has stepped down from his post at the iconic Danish restaurant Noma following allegations of abuse and assault at the Copenhagen landmark

A wooden holztrompete joins the Met’s new 'Tristan und Isolde' production

A new Met Opera production of “Tristan und Isolde” uses Wagner’s rare wooden horn, the holztrompete, for a key offstage moment

Michelin-starred Noma head chef resigns following abuse allegations

Michelin-starred Noma head chef resigns following abuse allegations

Minimalist horror 'Undertone' uses audio and soundscapes to scare you

Horror filmmaker Ian Tuason is making his feature debut with “Undertone.”

Morrissey calls off concert in Spain after local festivities deprived him of sleep

British rock star Morrissey won’t perform a concert in Valencia after festivities in the Spanish city kept him from getting a proper night’s rest

Buffalo Sabres fan takes puck to the head, returns to her seat to watch 8th consecutive win

Buffalo Sabres fan takes puck to the head, returns to her seat to watch 8th consecutive win

Beloved bartender pours his last drink on his 75th birthday

Beloved bartender pours his last drink on his 75th birthday

Iranian filmmakers head to the Oscars as war engulfs their country

Iranian filmmakers head to the Oscars as war engulfs their country

Detroit man reunited with stolen dog after 6 months thanks to microchip scanning program

Detroit man reunited with stolen dog after 6 months thanks to microchip scanning program

‘X-Files’ stars, Chloe Sevigny and Janet Jackson tunes: Fashion goes full ’90s

‘X-Files’ stars, Chloe Sevigny and Janet Jackson tunes: Fashion goes full ’90s

Pritzker Prize 2026: Chile’s Smiljan Radić wins ‘Nobel’ of architecture

Pritzker Prize 2026: Chile’s Smiljan Radić wins ‘Nobel’ of architecture

PWHL to reach national US TV audience with Scripps Sports to broadcast neutral site game in Detroit

The Professional Women’s Hockey League is coming to a TV set near you in the United States

‘Hamnet’ is making audiences break down in tears – and upending beliefs about male grief

The Oscar-nominated film about Shakespeare’s son explores how men and women mourn differently – and how ‘Hamlet’ may have transformed a father’s private sorrow into enduring art.

Google overhauls its Maps app, adding in more AI features to help people get around

Google Maps will depend more heavily on artificial intelligence to help people figure out where they want to go and the best way to get there as part of a major redesign unveiled Thursday

New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch and siblings look to transfer stake in team to their children

New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch and siblings look to transfer stake in team to their children

Sarah Ferguson publicly criticized Epstein. In private, she apologized to her ‘supreme friend’

Sarah Ferguson publicly criticized Epstein. In private, she apologized to her ‘supreme friend’

Verstappen sees 'a jungle' in F1 but still hopes for 'simple solutions'

Max Verstappen says Formula 1 is like “a jungle” as he criticizes the sport’s new 2026 rules

WNBA players' union feels movement is being made in CBA negotiations after 9-hour bargaining session

Nneka Ogwumike and the other members of the WNBA players’ union executive committee feel that movement is being made toward a new collective bargaining agreement

Samurai treasures, modern luxuries: Island-hopping through Japan’s stunning Seto Inland Sea

Samurai treasures, modern luxuries: Island-hopping through Japan’s stunning Seto Inland Sea

Colts bring back QB Daniel Jones and WR Alec Pierce couldn't be happier

Daniel Jones is back with the Indianapolis Colts, and Alec Pierce couldn’t be happier

Stephen Curry to miss at least another 10 days for Warriors because of right knee injury

Stephen Curry will be sidelined for at least another 10 days as the Golden State Warriors star tries to work his way back from a troublesome right knee injury

Bam Adebayo's 83-point night was one to remember in Miami. But not everyone was pleased

Bam Adebayo's 83-point game for the Miami Heat has stirred up a ton of emotions around the NBA

Lakers' Luka Doncic separates from fiancee after thwarted efforts to bring daughters to US

Lakers superstar Luka Doncic says he has separated from his fiancee after his efforts to spend more time with their two young daughters were thwarted

Georgia police rescue runaway tortoise near school

Georgia police rescue runaway tortoise near school

A 12-year-old Georgia girl dies days after collapsing following a fight near a school bus stop

Police are investigating the death of a 12-year-old girl who was hospitalized after a fistfight near a school bus stop in her neighborhood

Woman stops package thief with kindness: 'You're better than that'

Woman stops package thief with kindness: 'You're better than that'

Boutique hosts fashion show to support child abuse survivors

Boutique hosts fashion show to support child abuse survivors

Super Marios take over Union Square in attempt to break world record ON 'Mar10' Day

Super Marios take over Union Square in attempt to break world record ON 'Mar10' Day

PGA Tour targets bigger fields in bigger markets as it moves closer to new model

The PGA Tour is exploring a major reset that puts more top players together in bigger events and bigger markets

Travis Kelce returns to Kansas City Chiefs for 14th season with Patrick Mahomes and Co.

Travis Kelce has put off retirement one more time to return to the Kansas City Chiefs for a 14th season

Q&A: Shakira says she feels like she's just getting started. A Rock Hall nomination begs to differ

Shakira says her new world tour is turning lifelong dreams into reality as she sets attendance records and earns major recognition

Star edge rusher Trey Hendrickson heading to Baltimore on 4-year, $112 million deal, AP source says

Edge rusher Trey Hendrickson has agreed on a four-year, $112 million contract with the Baltimore Ravens, according to a person with knowledge of the deal

6 years after deadly Minnesota crash, father-and-son first responders meet boy they saved

6 years after deadly Minnesota crash, father-and-son first responders meet boy they saved

NFL QB market, impacted by a thin draft class, features Kirk Cousins, Kyler Murray and not much else

A handful of NFL teams at a crossroad or committed to starting over at quarterback are finding scant options for upgrades

A dad started the Miss Black America pageant to make his daughters' dreams come true

A dad started the Miss Black America pageant to make his daughters' dreams come true

Grocery store showcases local Latin artists in online music series

Grocery store showcases local Latin artists in online music series

Dog missing from Texas for 2 years found in New Jersey

Dog missing from Texas for 2 years found in New Jersey

Tiny home, just 446 square feet and without a bedroom, lists for almost $330k

Tiny home, just 446 square feet and without a bedroom, lists for almost $330k

Witness video shows officers responding to hostage standoff

Witness video shows officers responding to hostage standoff

Jill Biden opens up in memoir about Joe Biden's decision to end his 2024 reelection bid

Jill Biden says she wants to “set the record straight” as she breaks her silence about Joe Biden’s decision to end his 2024 presidential reelection bid under pressure from Democrats who were concerned about his age and viability against Republican Donald Trump

Man helps sibling escape house fire

Man helps sibling escape house fire

Meet the dog helping kids build reading confidence one story at a time

Meet the dog helping kids build reading confidence one story at a time

"I will jump for you!" Burn survivor gets his doctor to go skydiving

"I will jump for you!" Burn survivor gets his doctor to go skydiving

You need to see what this dog did during its brother's emergency vet visit

You need to see what this dog did during its brother's emergency vet visit

Former patient makes book nook for hospital

Former patient makes book nook for hospital

Meet the goats helping kids build confidence at school

Meet the goats helping kids build confidence at school

And best drama goes to… this year’s totally unhinged award season

And best drama goes to… this year’s totally unhinged award season

Court hearing for Cher's son on charges he broke into a New Hampshire home canceled

A court hearing for Cher's son over charges he broke into a New Hampshire home this month has been canceled

Fat cells burn energy to make heat – making them the next frontier of weight loss therapies

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy aid in weight loss by suppressing appetite. Researchers are looking next at how the body expends energy – including through fat.

MLB report settles World Series Game 7 plate drama: IKF was out by feet, not inches

The official report from MLB's replay review says a critical play in the Los Angeles Dodgers' wild Game 7 World Series win last year was determined by feet, not inches

South Africa’s extravagant matric balls are the ‘Met Gala’ of high school dances

South Africa’s extravagant matric balls are the ‘Met Gala’ of high school dances

Matt Snell, who scored the Jets’ only TD in the Super Bowl upset of Colts, has died at age 84

Matt Snell, the bruising running back who scored the go-ahead touchdown in the Jets’ Super Bowl win in 1969, has died at 84

Ken Follett's next epic heads to Victorian Britain, where strict morals meet secret passions

Ken Follett’s next historical epic is a story of forbidden romance set during a time of official propriety, the Victorian age

Edmunds: These are the best budget hatchbacks that you can get in 2026

Hatchbacks deliver a lot of versatility and value in a manageable, easy-to-maneuver and budget-friendly package

Katie Perry vs Katy Perry: Australian designer wins trademark over popstar

Katie Perry vs Katy Perry: Australian designer wins trademark over popstar

Nicole Kidman and Jamie Lee Curtis adapt ‘Scarpetta’ book series for TV

Nicole Kidman and Jamie Lee Curtis met at the Oscars in 2021

That purple Hawaii vacation lei likely came from Thailand, and some lawmakers want to change that

Flower garlands are synonymous with Hawaii

Dudamel says Chalamet shows ignorance in claiming 'no one cares' about opera and ballet

Gustavo Dudamel is pushing back after Timothée Chalamet said “no one cares” about opera and ballet

Prosecutor says Rihanna, A$AP Rocky, 3 kids were home when woman charged with attempted murder fired

Authorities say a Florida woman has been charged with attempted murder and other felonies over gunshots fired at Rihanna's Los Angeles home last weekend

Cal Raleigh says there's no beef with Seattle teammate Randy Arozarena after WBC handshake snub

Cal Raleigh insists he has no beef with Randy Arozarena even though his Seattle teammate lashed out with a vulgar rant after Raleigh left him hanging for a handshake at the World Baseball Classic

Judge urges states to settle Live Nation claims after US strikes deal but states say no chance

A New York federal judge is urging over two dozen states to settle their antitrust claims against Ticketmaster and its parent company this week after the Justice Department reached a deal and dropped out of an ongoing trial

Giant Baby Jesus statue visits Mexico City’s Tepito neighborhood with message of peace

A 16-foot (5-meter) Baby Jesus statue visits Mexico City’s Tepito neighborhood as part of a traveling project that brings the religious image to communities across the capital and nearby cities in central Mexico

Mother’s home birth experience highlights challenges with rising trend

Mother’s home birth experience highlights challenges with rising trend

Louis Vuitton, Miu Miu close Paris Fashion Week with competing visions of nature

Louis Vuitton’s Nicolas Ghesquière built a fake mountain range inside the Louvre and sent models climbing through it

The countdown is on for the 98th Oscars, with Conan O’Brien back and a 'moving' in memoriam

The Oscars team says the 98th Academy Awards aims to feel warm, tight and built for both the room and viewers at home

Family of teen put in chokehold at ICE protest wants justice and accountability

Family of teen put in chokehold at ICE protest wants justice and accountability

Best cat? Funniest prop? Ahead of the Oscars, the AP hands out its own awards

Awards season has a way of diminishing the movie year into a handful of films that are talked about ad nauseam for months

Woman accused of letting newborn drown in toilet, burying baby in backyard, sheriff says

Woman accused of letting newborn drown in toilet, burying baby in backyard, sheriff says

Priest faces $500,000 in fines for feeding homeless amid lawsuit

Priest faces $500,000 in fines for feeding homeless amid lawsuit

Teen creates movement for others after refusing to allow diagnosis define her

Teen creates movement for others after refusing to allow diagnosis define her

Boston Garden pot shop sued by TD Garden owner: "Never heard of anybody confusing us with the arena"

Boston Garden pot shop sued by TD Garden owner: "Never heard of anybody confusing us with the arena"

Iranian women's soccer players apply for Australian asylum

CNN's Christina Macfarlane has been following the story.

Hero Dads turn school carpool line into a morning celebration

Hero Dads turn school carpool line into a morning celebration

How escapist should fashion be?

How escapist should fashion be?

Suspended Alabama student magazines return as Selene and Sixty-Three

Suspended Alabama student magazines return as Selene and Sixty-Three

UConn and UCLA pretty much set as top 2 seeds in NCAAs, but Bruins push for the No. 1 overall spot

There’s little doubt that UConn and UCLA will be the top two seeds in the women’s NCAA Tournament when the bracket is revealed Sunday

The Timberwolves are focused on a push toward the NBA playoffs. And the World Baseball Classic, too

There's a lot of scoreboard-watching around the Minnesota Timberwolves right now

Judge scolds Live Nation and Justice Department for secret settlement talks

Judge scolds Live Nation and Justice Department for secret settlement talks

Homeowners list properties for thousands to rent ahead of NFL draft

Homeowners list properties for thousands to rent ahead of NFL draft

Photographer finds purpose in Southwest Florida's nature

Photographer finds purpose in Southwest Florida's nature

Teen who beat cancer uses Make-A-Wish to help feed people in his community

Teen who beat cancer uses Make-A-Wish to help feed people in his community

Dozens work together to make teen's photography Make A Wish a reality

Dozens work together to make teen's photography Make A Wish a reality

Art piece remembers familiar tree lost during winter storm

Art piece remembers familiar tree lost during winter storm

Mom finds the people her organ donor son saved, invites them to do his favorite activity, dance

Mom finds the people her organ donor son saved, invites them to do his favorite activity, dance

Michael Bloomberg, biggest donor of 2025, tops Philanthropy 50 list for third year in a row

Michael Bloomberg tops a new list of America’s biggest donors, after giving billions to a wide range of causes

New BMX track is first of its kind in the world, city says

New BMX track is first of its kind in the world, city says

For the Love of Paws cat rescue destroyed by fire; 11 cats killed

For the Love of Paws cat rescue destroyed by fire; 11 cats killed

Seniors keep stickball alive, feeling like kids again, a thousand miles from home

Seniors keep stickball alive, feeling like kids again, a thousand miles from home

Gustavo Dudamel's tenure as New York Philharmonic music director opens at Radio City Music Hall

Gustavo Dudamel starts a new era as music director of the New York Philharmonic in September, and he wants it to feel bold and modern

'Dancing with the Stars' pro Mark Ballas leaps back to Broadway in 'Chicago'

Mark Ballas returns to Broadway in “Chicago,” and he reunites with former “Dancing with the Stars” partner Whitney Leavitt

From bodice rippers to romantasy, romance novels are dominating the book market – and rewriting women’s sexual power

Today’s romance novels spotlight women in control in the bedroom and in their relationships.

The Tarik Skubal drama shows the World Baseball Classic finally matters – and has created a new challenge for MLB

The Tarik Skubal drama shows the World Baseball Classic finally matters – and has created a new challenge for MLB

New Mexico prosecutors launch search of Jeffrey Epstein's secluded former Zorro Ranch

State investigators have begun searching of a secluded ranch in New Mexico where financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein once entertained guests amid allegations that the property may have been used for sexual abuse and sex trafficking of young women

Kenneth Walker III joins Mahomes in KC and Malik Willis starts QB reset in Miami, AP sources say

Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III is the new running back for Patrick Mahomes in Kansas City, and Miami settled on Malik Willis for a reset at quarterback after releasing Tua Tagovailoa

Margot Robbie, Oprah watch Blazy transform Chanel with color and craft

Chanel’s Matthieu Blazy is still building

White House war promo videos marry action movies, sports and video games to real-life combat footage

Through its social media feed, the White House has sent out a series of pumped-up videos that mix real Iran war explosions with movie action heroes, video game footage and sports heroes

NBA cancels the Atlanta Hawks' plans to celebrate the strip club Magic City

The NBA has called off the Atlanta Hawks’ plans for a night celebrating the city’s Magic City adult entertainment club

Tommy DeCarlo, who became longtime singer of Boston after a Myspace tribute, dies at 60

Tommy DeCarlo, who sang with the band Boston for nearly 20 years after posting a Myspace tribute to the band’s original singer, has died at 60

Alexander brothers are convicted of sex trafficking in case that shocked the real estate world

Three brothers, including two of the nation’s most successful luxury real estate brokers, have been convicted of charges that they conspired to drug and rape multiple women

NBA scraps Atlanta Hawks’ ‘Magic City Monday’ event

NBA scraps Atlanta Hawks’ ‘Magic City Monday’ event

Two teen brothers in Texas mariachi band are released from ICE custody amid bipartisan criticism

Two teen brothers in a nationally recognized mariachi band in South Texas have been released from immigration custody after bipartisan criticism that the Trump administration’s campaign for mass deportation overreached

Prosecutor drops murder charge against shooter at Chiefs rally and cites self defense laws

A man who initially faced a murder charge for opening fire after the Kansas City Chiefs’ 2024 Super Bowl win was sentenced Monday to just two years in prison

Justice Department and Live Nation reach settlement over illegal monopoly case

The Justice Department says it's reached a settlement in its antitrust lawsuit against Ticketmaster and its parent company, California-based Live Nation Entertainment that will benefit consumers by letting competitors play a role in ticket sales and force Live Nation to give up control of 13 amphitheaters

Route revealed IndyCar drivers will race through DC to celebrate America’s 250th birthday

Route revealed IndyCar drivers will race through DC to celebrate America’s 250th birthday

Jets revamp defense by trading for Minkah Fitzpatrick, signing Demario Davis and adding to D-line

A person with knowledge of the deal says the New York Jets are trading for three-time All-Pro and five-time Pro Bowl safety Minkah Fitzpatrick and signing him to a three-year, $40 million contract extension

Fox News apologizes for showing old video of a hatless Donald Trump at a dignified transfer ceremony

Fox News has apologized for airing old video of a hatless President Donald Trump at a dignified transfer ceremony as part of its coverage

Tom Brady and the Fanatics Flag Football Classic moving from Riyadh to Los Angeles

Tom Brady and the Fanatics Flag Football Classic are moving closer to home for their inaugural event, switching from Saudi Arabia to Los Angeles

Multiple gunshots fired near Rihanna’s LA home and a woman is taken into custody

Multiple gunshots were fired at the Los Angeles home of Rihanna and police have taken a woman into custody

'Poetry Out Loud' event showcases young New Mexican poets

'Poetry Out Loud' event showcases young New Mexican poets

Director Mendonça Filho of 'The Secret Agent' reflects on memory and success of Brazilian cinema

Brazilian thriller “The Secret Agent” has grabbed Oscars attention with nominations for best international film and best picture

Drive-thru pepper spray attack caught on camera in Milwaukee

Drive-thru pepper spray attack caught on camera in Milwaukee

'My first instinct was to tackle him': Kansas City woman stops man breaking into car in River Market

'My first instinct was to tackle him': Kansas City woman stops man breaking into car in River Market

'A wonderful thing': Salem ER doctor receives heart transplant during snowstorm

'A wonderful thing': Salem ER doctor receives heart transplant during snowstorm

Chiefs and tight end Travis Kelce nearing a deal for his 14th season, AP source says

Travis Kelce is close to a new deal that keeps him with the Kansas City Chiefs for a 14th season, a person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press

Developers share new plans to transform former Six Flags

Developers share new plans to transform former Six Flags

Idaho woman celebrates 109th birthday, crediting healthy living for her long life

Idaho woman celebrates 109th birthday, crediting healthy living for her long life

Live Nation settles antitrust lawsuit with Justice Department

Live Nation settles antitrust lawsuit with Justice Department

Urban salsa music pioneer Willie Colón remembered at New York funeral

Family, friends and fans are gathering for the funeral of urban salsa music pioneer Willie Colón

Stars hit Paris runways, but fall’s real trend was dressing for hard times — and real life

Paris Fashion Week shows designers resetting big brands with clothes that match a tense, noisy world

Bodycam footage shows deputies killing man charging with machete

Bodycam footage shows deputies killing man charging with machete

Simon & Schuster names former Amazon executive Greg Greeley as CEO, succeeding Jonathan Karp

Simon & Schuster has named a former Amazon

Boy battling bone cancer gets bedroom makeover, Creighton men's basketball joins surprise

Boy battling bone cancer gets bedroom makeover, Creighton men's basketball joins surprise

Q&A: Activists, 'sister-friends' Gloria Steinem and Leymah Gbowee channel their bond into a new book

They call themselves “sister-friends.”

High school students help care for dementia patients in unique program

High school students help care for dementia patients in unique program

Paris Hilton launches recovery fund for women business owners after disasters

Paris Hilton has launched a new national fund to help women-owned small businesses recover after disasters

Man who helped unnumbered patients with prosthetics retires after 50 years

Man who helped unnumbered patients with prosthetics retires after 50 years

Finnish pair wins a barrel of ale in annual 'wife-carrying' contest in England

About two dozen couples have taken part in the U.K. Wife Carrying Race, one of the country's quirkiest annual sports events

A reporter in Nashville has been covering ICE arrests in her community. Then she was detained herself

A reporter in Nashville has been covering ICE arrests in her community. Then she was detained herself

Maxx Crosby bids emotional farewell to Raiders fans, eyes Super Bowl with Ravens

Maxx Crosby said goodbye to Raiders fans Saturday

After a president-filled celebration, Rev. Jesse Jackson's family gathers for intimate final goodbye

The family of the Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. is honoring him with a private memorial at Rainbow PUSH headquarters in Chicago

Wrexham leads twice and takes Chelsea to extra time before losing 4-2 in the FA Cup

Against the world champion, Wrexham came agonizingly close to another spectacular plot twist

For better or worse, Tony Stewart vows to keep his competitive edge while racing against his wife

Married NHRA drivers Tony Stewart and Leah Pruett insist their relationship will survive wins and losses

Teens with special needs get prom‑ready thanks to student volunteers

Teens with special needs get prom‑ready thanks to student volunteers

Community concerned after deer spotted with Halloween bucket stuck on its head

Community concerned after deer spotted with Halloween bucket stuck on its head

Olympic champion Alysa Liu withdraws from world figure skating championships

Olympic champion Alysa Liu has withdrawn from the world figure skating championships, and the U.S. team is replacing her with Sarah Everhardt for the competition beginning March 24 in Prague

Families with missing loved ones like Nancy Guthrie face ambiguous loss. It freezes grief

Nancy Guthrie, the mother of NBC's Savannah Guthrie, remains missing after nearly 40 days in Arizona

Why dancing in towels is a hot way to socialize

Why dancing in towels is a hot way to socialize

Luka Doncic scores 44 points in 3 quarters to lead Lakers past Pacers 128-117 without LeBron

Luka Doncic scored 44 points in the first three quarters of the Los Angeles Lakers' 128-117 victory over the Indiana Pacers without LeBron James

No. 19 Miami (Ohio) caps a 31-0 regular season with a 110-108 overtime win at Ohio

Miami of Ohio has finished the regular season as the only unbeaten team in Division I men’s basketball

Woman sues author Amy Griffin, saying her memoir 'The Tell' stole stories of sexual abuse

A woman has sued memoir author Amy Griffin, saying Griffin stole descriptions of childhood sexual abuse from incidents in her life

Trump says 'whole educational system' could go out of business without fixes to college sports

President Donald Trump has predicted the destruction not just of college sports but the entire U.S. collegiate system unless the industry is fixed quickly

Ahead of F1's 1st race, Red Bull welcomes 21-year-old Hadjar to the hot seat with Verstappen

Isack Hadjar has no lack of confidence going into his debut season at Red Bull Racing, despite having arguably the most difficult ride in Formula 1

Saks Global to shutter 15 more department stores in bankruptcy restructuring

The parent company of Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus is closing more of its department stores as it focuses on its most profitable businesses and trims debt during its Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructuring

Fired Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore reaches plea deal to resolve home invasion case

Former Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore has pleaded no contest to two misdemeanors in a criminal case that arose immediately after he was fired for having an inappropriate relationship with his executive assistant

Noem's firing is little comfort to Minneapolis residents struggling to recover from crackdown

A Latino grocery owner in Minnesota says Kristi Noem’s ousting does not undo the damage from the federal immigration crackdown

Spanish soccer team desperately seeking Madonna and her 36-year-old shirt

A Spanish soccer team is asking Madonna for help in finding the club shirt she wore on stage during a concert in 1990

NHL trade deadline upended as old contenders sell and new buyers add with an eye on the playoffs

Two-time Stanley Cup champion Florida, Toronto, St. Louis and so many perennial contenders were sellers at the NHL trade deadline

Andris Nelsons out as music director of Boston Symphony at end of 2026-27 season

Andris Nelsons is leaving as music director of the Boston Symphony Orchestra after the board decides not to renew him

J Balvin remade Van Halen's 'Jump' as Coca-Cola's World Cup anthem. He says it was 'a puzzle'

In need of a global superstar for a sports anthem

IndyCar and NASCAR partner for a desert doubleheader as both series enjoy strong starts to season

IndyCar and NASCAR are sharing a big doubleheader weekend at Phoenix Raceway, and drivers say the combo is boosting both racing series

Kennedy Center exodus continues as National Symphony director Jean Davidson heads to the Wallis

National Symphony Orchestra director Jean Davidson has left the Kennedy Center to lead the Wallis Annenberg Center in Los Angeles, as turmoil grows under President Donald Trump’s control

Arike Ogunbowale arrested after police say she punched man at club while celebrating Unrivaled title

Dallas Wings star Arike Ogunbowale was arrested and charged with misdemeanor battery after police say she punched a man in the face at a Miami nightclub

High School senior wins international jazz trombone competition

High School senior wins international jazz trombone competition

Before his return to the Oscars, Yorgos Lanthimos finds a still moment in Athens

Greek filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos has opened a photography exhibition in Athens days before he is due to attend the Academy Awards ceremony in Los Angeles

Good dad intentions are at the heart of Steve Carell's new series 'Rooster'

Steve Carell has a new HBO comedy that digs into the awkward push and pull between dads and adult daughters

Boy shoots, kills mother's boyfriend during altercation between the couple, police say

Boy shoots, kills mother's boyfriend during altercation between the couple, police say

In Paris fashion, skin is in and celebrities rule the runways

Paris Fashion Week is delivering a forceful reminder of why it remains a capital of fashion, with blockbuster celebrity front rows, boundary-pushing design and collections that are tackling big ideas about power, craft and the female body

After 5 years, Sarah J. Maas returns to 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' with 2 untitled books

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Daryl Hannah issues scathing response to portrayal of her on TV series about Kennedy and Bessette

Daryl Hannah has issued a scathing response to the new TV series about John F. Kennedy Jr. and wife Carolyn Bessette

Is 'Tristan' the hardest opera to stage? This director thinks so, and signed on at the Met

Opera director Yuval Sharon has said that Wagner’s “Tristan und Isolde” is the hardest work in the traditional repertoire to stage

Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks arrested for suspicion of DUI after traffic stop

Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks has been arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence in Scottsdale, Arizona

San Francisco Skee-Ball champion opens arcade and launches city's first league

San Francisco Skee-Ball champion opens arcade and launches city's first league

Market brings women-owned businesses together for International Women's Day

Market brings women-owned businesses together for International Women's Day

Shohei Ohtani hits a grand slam at the World Baseball Classic after putting on a show in BP

Shohei Ohtani put on a giant show in batting practice hours before he hit a grand slam in the second inning as Japan hammered Taiwan 13-0 in Pool C at the World Baseball Classic

Gymnast Yul Moldauer's 16-month suspension tested his resolve and reinforced his love for the sport

U.S. men's gymnast Yul Moldauer is returning to major competition at the American Cup

Eva Mendes gets birthday surprise from Ryan Gosling — on national TV

Eva Mendes gets birthday surprise from Ryan Gosling — on national TV

For US Muslims, immigration crackdown fears, new war worries and anti-Muslim rhetoric cloud Ramadan

Muslims across the United States are observing Ramadan under rising fears tied to immigration raids, anti-Muslim rhetoric, and war in the Middle East

Maggie Gyllenhaal and Jessie Buckley reimagine Frankenstein’s bride

Maggie Gyllenhaal and Jessie Buckley reimagine Frankenstein’s bride

LeBron James breaks the NBA career field goals record in the Lakers' 120-113 loss to the Nuggets

LeBron James broke Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s record for career field goals in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 120-113 loss to Denver on Thursday night, with the Nuggets getting 28 points each from All-Stars Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic

A Lagos rave rewrites the rules of nightlife, drawing young Nigerians priced out of club culture

Nightlife in Nigeria's economic capital Lagos can be very expensive with its table culture where revellers are divided into a multitier system and compelled to buy very expensive drinks

Trae Young brings plenty of excitement to the court in limited minutes in his Wizards debut

Trae Young had 12 points and six assists in just over 19 minutes in his first game with the Washington Wizards

Britney Spears arrested on suspicion of DUI in California

Britney Spears arrested on suspicion of DUI in California

Savannah Guthrie ‘plans to return’ to the ‘Today’ show, NBC says

Savannah Guthrie ‘plans to return’ to the ‘Today’ show, NBC says

Claims of 'rediscovered' Michelangelos unsettle Renaissance experts

An independent researcher has asserted that a marble bust of Christ in a Roman church is by Michelangelo

Sprawling investigation finds decades of sexual abuse among Catholic priests in Rhode Island

A new report says Rhode Island Catholic clergy abused hundreds of children for decades, while church leaders minimized the scandal

The director and ‘The Bride!’ Maggie Gyllenhaal and Jessie Buckley dare you to meet your monster

Maggie Gyllenhaal turns “The Bride!”

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.

The victory lap for America's Olympic hockey champions quietly shed politics from the celebration

A joke from Hilary Knight on “Saturday Night Live” and a couple of fist-bumps with Jack and Quinn Hughes on “The Tonight Show” capped a whirlwind victory lap celebrating the twin Olympic golds won by the U.S. men’s and women’s hockey teams

Gayle King renews deal with CBS News, ending speculation about her exit

Gayle King renews deal with CBS News, ending speculation about her exit

Talarico wins Texas Senate Democratic nomination while Cornyn and Paxton head to Republican runoff

State Rep. James Talarico topped Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett in Texas' closely watched Democratic Senate primary

The new going-out spot isn’t a bar. It’s so much hotter than that

The new going-out spot isn’t a bar. It’s so much hotter than that

Democrats confront how to rebuild Jesse Jackson's Rainbow Coalition as bruising primary fights loom

Democrats are gearing up for a bruising presidential primary as they argue over how to rebuild a winning coalition

'Playing for him': Niagara University club hockey team playing for championship in honor of late teammate

'Playing for him': Niagara University club hockey team playing for championship in honor of late teammate

Fire destroys sports bar just weeks before its planned grand opening

Fire destroys sports bar just weeks before its planned grand opening

B2K and Bow Wow's Boys 4 Life Tour is powered by forgiveness and accountability

The platinum-selling R&B group B2K has reunited for the upcoming Boys 4 Life Tour, and they’re co-headlining with fellow 2000s superstar, Bow Wow

Videos from officers show terrifying moments during Texas mass shooting that left 3 dead

Police body camera footage shows bargoers and pedestrians fleeing and ducking for cover in the chaotic moments after a gunman killed three people in a mass shooting outside a Texas bar

PWHL Players Association strengthens voice by affiliating with AFL-CIO and its 15 million workers

Women’s hockey players have taken the next major step to strengthen their voice in shaping the Professional Women’s Hockey League’s future by affiliating with the AFL-CIO

MrBeast's company fired a video editor after Kalshi accused the employee of insider trading

A MrBeast video editor has been fired after accusations of insider trading by Kalshi

Vertigo sidelines Alex Bowman, forcing him out of Sunday's Phoenix NASCAR race

Alex Bowman will miss the NASCAR Cup race at Phoenix after doctors diagnosed him with vertigo

Celtics' Jayson Tatum listed as 'questionable,' on verge of return 9 months after Achilles surgery

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum is on the verge of making a return to NBA action nine months after rupturing his right Achilles tendon injury during last season’s playoffs

Berkshire Hathaway resumes buybacks and CEO supports Kraft's decision to pause its split

Berkshire Hathaway is buying back shares for the first time in nearly two years, and new CEO Greg Abel said he has no immediate plans to sell off Kraft Heinz shares now that the packaged food giant has shelved its plan to split the company into two

Peter Jackson to receive honorary Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival

The Cannes Film Festival will honor filmmaker Peter Jackson with an honorary Palme d’Or at the upcoming French festival

Bills are getting receiver D.J. Moore in a trade with the Bears, AP sources say

The Buffalo Bills have agreed to acquire wide receiver D

Oprah and Gayle King hobnob at Chloe's boho blouse-focused Paris fashion show

Oprah Winfrey and her longtime friend Gayle King are among celebrities on the front row at Chloé fashion show at Paris Fashion Week

Who will win at the Oscars? AP’s film writers make their predictions

The Oscar race has tightened after surprise wins at the Actor Awards, and Associated Press Film Writers Lindsey Bahr and Jake Coyle say the top prizes now look less settled

Rachael Ray is harder to find but hardly slowing down

Rachael Ray knows she's harder to find these days, but she's not slowing down

Savannah Guthrie makes offscreen visit to 'Today' show, first since her mother went missing

Savannah Guthrie made an off-camera appearance at offices of NBC's “Today” show on Thursday, her first time back since her mother Nancy went missing from her Arizona home

Britney Spears arrested and released, California sheriff's records show, though charge is not clear

Authorities say Britney Spears was arrested Wednesday night in Ventura County, California, and booked early the following morning, though the charge was not clear

VistaVision, a vintage format left for dead, is revived in 'One Battle After Another' and more

VistaVision, the large-scale film format used largely in the 1950s, is enjoying a big-screen revival

Is it cool to hate cats now?

Is it cool to hate cats now?

What to say if you're in recovery and your workplace encourages social drinking

While the three-martini lunch seems improbable today, workplaces still can be boozy places

War Child UK looks to 'Help' again with a new benefit album, 30 years after its first success

Thirty years after the success of its star-studded “Help” benefit compilation, War Child UK is releasing its follow-up called “Help(2)."

Punch the orphan macaque is outgrowing his plushie and making friends

Punch the baby orphan macaque is outgrowing the orangutan plushie that comforted him through early rejection from his mother and other monkeys

Stewart scores 32 points, carries Mist to 80-74 win over Plum, Phantom in Unrivaled final

Breanna Stewart leads Mist to an Unrivaled championship, adding another title to a packed resume and the league she co-founded

'Brady Bunch' house, used in exterior shots for the popular sitcom, gets LA landmark status

The LA city council has voted unanimously to designate the the so-called “Brady Bunch” house in the San Fernando Valley as a historic-cultural monument

Patriots tell 4-time Pro Bowl receiver Stefon Diggs he'll be released next week, AP source says

The New England Patriots have informed wide receiver Stefon Diggs that he’ll be released when the new league year begins next week, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press

Lou Holtz, college football staple who coached Notre Dame to 1988 national title, dies at 89

Lou Holtz, the College Football Hall of Fame coach who led Notre Dame to a national championship and won 249 games over 33 seasons at six schools, has died

Google settles with Epic Games with offer to lower its app store commissions

Google will lower the lucrative fees imposed on its Android app store and offer a way for rival options to gain its stamp of approval, ending a bruising legal battle that led to one of several rulings condemning its tactics as an illegal monopoly

Police deliver DoorDash order after arresting driver

Police deliver DoorDash order after arresting driver

Stella McCartney lets horses steal the show — and makes her point in Paris without saying a word

Ten horses — five black, five white — entered the sand ring first

WNBA executive committee meets, Stewart says players still unified amid CBA talks

Breanna Stewart, who teamed with fellow WNBA star Kelsey Plum on a letter to the players’ association this week expressing concerns about the state of labor talks with the league, says she feels better about where things stand and is convinced players are still unified in what they want in the next collective bargaining agreement

Braves manager says he's disappointed about Profar but the suspension creates opportunity for others

Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss says he's disappointed but determined to keep a positive outlook after Jurickson Profar’s suspension for the 2026 season

All dogs reunited with owners after grooming van stolen in Chicago

All dogs reunited with owners after grooming van stolen in Chicago

Wembanyama dazzled by recent trip to see the northern lights. Spurs also shine bright in hot streak

The San Antonio Spurs went a sparkling 8-1 on their near month-long road trip

Target's new CEO says fresh eyes and respecting core values will help him regain customer trust

Target plans to spend billions of dollars this year to end a persistent sales slump and to regain its image as a fun place to shop for stylish clothing, housewares, beauty products and packaged food at affordable prices

High school gives hundreds of special education students a dance to remember

High school gives hundreds of special education students a dance to remember

The Oscars are next week and it’s anyone’s game

The Oscars are next week and it’s anyone’s game

'I'll give it my best': UofL Alum using sports as motivation to recover from gunshot wound

'I'll give it my best': UofL Alum using sports as motivation to recover from gunshot wound

The to-do list of Oscar nominee Delroy Lindo includes Othello and a memoir

Oscar nominee Delroy Lindo has decades of performances on screen, stage and television under his belt

Restaurant under investigation after alcohol, hookah found at Patriots after-hours party

Restaurant under investigation after alcohol, hookah found at Patriots after-hours party

David and Victoria Beckham send birthday messages to estranged son Brooklyn

David and Victoria Beckham send birthday messages to estranged son Brooklyn

A rescue dog brings hope, healing to court

A rescue dog brings hope, healing to court

Mick Cronin urges allowing schools to exceed the $20.5M revenue-sharing cap to retain players

UCLA coach Mick Cronin warns the transfer portal is pushing college players to change schools too often and miss out on graduating

Suffs musical opens on the exact block that played a role in women's suffrage history

Suffs musical opens on the exact block that played a role in women's suffrage history

Niagara Gospel Mission using golf as an outlet for men in addiction recovery

Niagara Gospel Mission using golf as an outlet for men in addiction recovery

Women's college wrestling achieves major milestone with first NCAA championships set this weekend

The Iowa City area is the epicenter of college wrestling and a fitting place to host the first NCAA women’s championships on Friday and Saturday

Brazilian jiu-jitsu is having its #MeToo moment

With legend Andre Galvao accused of sexual misconduct, gyms and athletes have been forced to confront a culture of silence, hierarchy and gender blindness in the sport.

Rapper Ghetts sentenced to 12 years for hit-and-run that killed Nepali student

British rapper Ghetts has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for killing a 20-year-old Nepali student in a hit-and-run in London last year

Top-ranked tennis player Aryna Sabalenka announces engagement to Georgios Frangulis

Top-ranked tennis player Aryna Sabalenka has announced her engagement to Brazilian businessman Georgios Frangulis

Latin Grammy winner Bobby Pulido will win Democratic primary for Texas’ 15th District

Latin Grammy winner Bobby Pulido will win Democratic primary for Texas’ 15th District

Hurley goes out a winner in what could be his final home game at Arizona State

Arizona State scratched and clawed its was to a 70-60 win over No. 14 Kansas in what may be coach Bobby Hurley's final home game

Husband and wife identified in deadly double shooting at Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital

Husband and wife identified in deadly double shooting at Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital

A beloved brother, a ‘superstar student’ and a ‘fantastic fighter’: What we know about the Austin mass shooting victims

A beloved brother, a ‘superstar student’ and a ‘fantastic fighter’: What we know about the Austin mass shooting victims

Alexander brothers used wealth to lure, drug and rape women and girls, prosecutor says

A federal prosecutor says the wealthy Alexander brothers used the same luring, drugging, and humiliation tactics to sexually assault numerous women and girls, bragging about their exploits in blog posts with titles that included “It’s not rape if.”

Trial that could lead to the breakup of Ticketmaster's parent company gets underway

A Justice Department lawyer has told a New York jury at the start of an antitrust trial that the concert ticket industry is broken because Ticketmaster and its parent company Live Nation Entertainment have monopolized the market, driving up prices for consumers

Fresno man sentenced after stealing $1,000 worth of Pokémon cards

Fresno man sentenced after stealing $1,000 worth of Pokémon cards

Dior's Jonathan Anderson finds his stride with a garden of earthly delights at Paris Fashion Week

Jonathan Anderson fall-winter 2026 collection for Dior at the Paris Fashion Week has invoked an Impressionist painting, steeped in flowers, water and the art of being seen

Mountain Home mom recovering after foster dog attack, grateful for community support

Mountain Home mom recovering after foster dog attack, grateful for community support

Shaquille O'Neal supports son at Sacramento State senior night

Shaquille O'Neal supports son at Sacramento State senior night

Underground Railroad connection discovered in museum

Underground Railroad connection discovered in museum

"Rat lovers" wanted to adopt dozens of rodents surrendered in Massachusetts

"Rat lovers" wanted to adopt dozens of rodents surrendered in Massachusetts

Street renamed in honor of Hezekiah Watkins, youngest Freedom Rider

Street renamed in honor of Hezekiah Watkins, youngest Freedom Rider

Cher's son Elijah Allman arrested in New Hampshire for second time in three days

Cher's son Elijah Allman arrested in New Hampshire for second time in three days

Purim celebration at Palm Beach synagogue brings joy amid Middle East conflict

Purim celebration at Palm Beach synagogue brings joy amid Middle East conflict

Women keep Black history alive through line dancing

Women keep Black history alive through line dancing

Jack Hughes returns to his day job in the NHL after TV tour as the US Olympic hockey hero

U_S_ Olympic golden goal-scorer Jack Hughes was back on the ice in the morning after he and brother Quinn appeared with women's captain Hilary Knight on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.”

Figure skaters with disabilities seek a place in the Paralympic spotlight

The Paralympics do not include figure skating but there's a movement to change that

Scherzer calls daughter's letter to Blue Jays 'the cutest thing you can possibly imagine'

Max Scherzer says the note his daughter composed that asked the Toronto Blue Jays to re-sign the three-time Cy Young Award winner arose as his kids were writing letters to Santa Claus in December

'Bake Ability Bakery' offers treats made with love by people with intellectual disabilities.

'Bake Ability Bakery' offers treats made with love by people with intellectual disabilities.

Corner where Girl Scout cookies began marks legacy of a nationwide fundraiser

Corner where Girl Scout cookies began marks legacy of a nationwide fundraiser

Shots fired at Wisconsin Taco Bell after fight involving customers, employees

Shots fired at Wisconsin Taco Bell after fight involving customers, employees

Teen battling rare birth condition to get life-saving kidney after donor match

Teen battling rare birth condition to get life-saving kidney after donor match

After daughter's death, woman thanks firefighters who gave her chance for 1 last goodbye

After daughter's death, woman thanks firefighters who gave her chance for 1 last goodbye

Why Pluto is the planet (yes, we said ‘planet’) we need right now

Why Pluto is the planet (yes, we said ‘planet’) we need right now

Padma Lakshmi finds a new competitive kitchen with CBS' 'America's Culinary Cup'

Padma Lakshmi is back with a new cooking competition, “America's Culinary Cup,” on CBS

How Love Rocks became a NYC tradition and a major God's Love We Deliver fundraiser in 10 years

Love Rocks NYC brings major music stars together to raise money for God’s Love We Deliver as many nonprofits worry about increased food insecurity

An Oscar race that looked like a runaway may be a close call, after all

Who says to beware the Ides of March

Woman living with breast cancer returns to stage with Nashville Irish Step Dancers

Woman living with breast cancer returns to stage with Nashville Irish Step Dancers

Robert De Niro delivers Lincoln’s civility warning at a Carnegie Hall benefit

Robert De Niro was a featured guest Tuesday night at Carnegie Hall, where he recited Abraham Lincoln’s warning against mob violence

Family and friends of slain police officer prepare for convicted killer's execution

Family and friends of slain police officer prepare for convicted killer's execution

'The Pawscars' to boost senior pet adoptions

'The Pawscars' to boost senior pet adoptions

Sister of woman killed in fire demands answers more than a year later

Sister of woman killed in fire demands answers more than a year later

2 men arrested in Cincinnati nightclub shooting that wounded 9

Police say two men have been arrested in connection with a shooting inside a Cincinnati nightclub that left nine people wounded

The Guess Who plan the band's first official US tour in over two decades

The principal songwriters of The Guess Who are set to tour the U.S. later this year for the first time in over two decades

Christina Applegate unleashes a raw, probing memoir: 'You with the Sad Eyes'

Christina Applegate releases a blunt new memoir that lays out her fame, trauma and illness without a filter

The inspiring and tragic story of Mabel Stark, America’s most famous female tiger trainer

Long before Joe Exotic became Tiger King, Mabel Stark reigned as Tiger Queen.

A long-shot American dream hits the F1 grid as Cadillac debuts at the Australian GP

Cadillac brings a new American team to the Formula 1 grid as the season opens in Australia

Patrick O'Connell to bare his 'demons' in a memoir on building The Inn at Little Washington

Chef Patrick O’Connell has written a memoir about turning an old garage into The Inn at Little Washington, a world-famous restaurant

This congressman wanted to retire. His identical twin could make history by replacing him

This congressman wanted to retire. His identical twin could make history by replacing him

Dutch museum makes 'needle in a haystack' confirmation of Rembrandt painting

The Rijksmuseum says a painting once dismissed as “not a Rembrandt” is now confirmed as a work by the Dutch Golden Age master

Trump’s Iran war message marked by exaggerated threats and shifting, contradictory goals

Trump’s Iran war message marked by exaggerated threats and shifting, contradictory goals

NBA player Luke Kornet calls on Hawks to cancel promotion with Magic City adult entertainment club

Luke Kornet has called on the Atlanta Hawks to cancel their upcoming collaboration with Magic City

Phantom BC to face Mist in Unrivaled final after teams win semifinals at packed Barclays Center

Kelsey Plum scored 31 points to lead short-handed Phantom BC to the Unrivaled championship game as the top seed beat Vinyl 83-75 in the semifinals of the 3-on-3 league at Barclays Center

San Francisco Giants ace Logan Webb will start WBC opener for Team USA against Brazil

San Francisco Giants ace Logan Webb will start on the mound for Team USA in its first World Baseball Classic game Friday night against Brazil, manager Mark DeRosa said Monday

Justin Timberlake sues to block release of police video from 2024 drunken driving arrest in New York

Justin Timberlake is suing to block the release of police body camera footage from his drunken driving arrest in New York’s Hamptons in 2024

Major historical documents start journey across US as part of nation's 250th anniversary celebration

Some of the United States’ most important historical documents are beginning a first-of-its kind journey as part of the country’s 250th anniversary commemoration

Trump says he will attend White House Correspondents’ Dinner for the first time as president

Trump says he will attend White House Correspondents’ Dinner for the first time as president

In a first as president, Trump says he'll attend the White House correspondents' dinner

President Donald Trump says he plans to attend the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner on April 25, the first time he's done so as president

In this Minnesota city, it's tradition to line up for ice cream even when it's 6 degrees

It might still be winter in Minnesota, but spring is in the air for people lined up at the Dairy Queen in Moorhead, Minnesota, for its annual opening

Savannah Guthrie returns to her mother’s home in first sighting there since disappearance

“Today” show host Savannah Guthrie and her sister returned to their mother’s home outside Tucson in their first sighting at the house since Nancy Guthrie went missing a month ago

America’s founding documents fly out of nation’s capital for first time on the freedom plane

America’s founding documents fly out of nation’s capital for first time on the freedom plane

‘Staples Baddie’ prints out a new page of her career

‘Staples Baddie’ prints out a new page of her career

Hoosiers continue making history by sending school-record 9-player contingent to NFL combine

The national champion Indiana Hoosiers just keep making history

Santa Maria elementary school students embrace culture through new Ballet Folklórico program

Santa Maria elementary school students embrace culture through new Ballet Folklórico program

Sirens replace celebrations as Israelis head to shelters on religious holiday

Sirens replace celebrations as Israelis head to shelters on religious holiday

From Tobacco Road to Duffy's, Miami's classic dive bars fight to stay alive

From Tobacco Road to Duffy's, Miami's classic dive bars fight to stay alive

Olympic bronze medalist Jasmine Jones honored with surprise party in return home

Olympic bronze medalist Jasmine Jones honored with surprise party in return home

Candle shop owner lights up community while waiting for second kidney transplant

Candle shop owner lights up community while waiting for second kidney transplant

Trump awards the Medal of Honor to 3 US soldiers in a White House ceremony

President Donald Trump has recognized three U.S. Army soldiers with the Medal of Honor at the White House

Brooklyn Bridge Park exhibit and documentary film memorialize children lost to school shootings

Brooklyn Bridge Park exhibit and documentary film memorialize children lost to school shootings

A canceled Kennedy Center debut, a Carnegie Hall stage and De Niro reading 'Lincoln'

Robert De Niro will appear this week at Carnegie Hall

Jim Carrey’s face is up for debate. No, seriously

Jim Carrey’s face is up for debate. No, seriously

FBI joins Cincinnati police search for suspect after 9 wounded in nightclub shooting

Federal authorities are joining local police in the search for a suspect in a weekend nightclub shooting in Cincinnati that wounded nine people

High school teacher helps solve attendance problem with spirit squad

High school teacher helps solve attendance problem with spirit squad

Mac attack! Cleveland’s ultimate comfort food showdown returns

Mac attack! Cleveland’s ultimate comfort food showdown returns

Out-of-state man accused of stealing from mausoleums

Out-of-state man accused of stealing from mausoleums

Combine buzz centered on players who could be on the move and likely No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza

While college players take center stage at the NFL scouting combine, teams are busy preparing their next moves along with evaluating potential draft picks

Lions trade Montgomery to Texans for Scruggs, 4th, 7th-round picks, AP source says

The Detroit Lions traded running back David Montgomery to the Houston Texans for offensive lineman Juice Scruggs along with fourth and seventh-round picks, according to a person familiar with the situation

Shooting survivor uses music to reach youth at Stop the Violence rally

Shooting survivor uses music to reach youth at Stop the Violence rally

Student donates hundreds of dollars to local animal shelter, using talent show prize money

Student donates hundreds of dollars to local animal shelter, using talent show prize money

Man honoring daughter's legacy with free clothing closet

Man honoring daughter's legacy with free clothing closet

Fresh starts at Gucci, Fendi and Marni set the tone at Milan Fashion Week: 5 trends and buzzwords

Milan Fashion Week has kicked off a season of fresh starts, with new creative directors and a clear push toward practical glamour

Kansas City woman starts book subscription service from her home to expose readers to new cultures and experiences

Kansas City woman starts book subscription service from her home to expose readers to new cultures and experiences

Bartender bottles up popular cocktail created while serving in US Navy

Bartender bottles up popular cocktail created while serving in US Navy

Big Ten champion Michigan looking for guards to step up without L.J. Cason

No. 3 Michigan lost the best backup point guard in college basketball, according to coach Dusty May

A dying man's final wish: Find his beloved German Shepherds a forever home

A dying man's final wish: Find his beloved German Shepherds a forever home

UConn remains unanimous No. 1 in AP Top 25 heading into postseason; followed by UCLA, South Carolina

UConn heads into the postseason undefeated and still the unanimous choice at No. 1 in The Associated Press women’s basketball Top 25

HBO Max and Paramount+ will combine after WBD merger

HBO Max and Paramount+ will combine after WBD merger

Dad joins TikTok to find stem cell match for 15-year-old son

Dad joins TikTok to find stem cell match for 15-year-old son

Nonprofit gives monkeys and apes rescued from abuse a second chance at life

Nonprofit gives monkeys and apes rescued from abuse a second chance at life

A three-legged chihuahua-pug mix named Frankie is stealing hearts at a private school

A three-legged chihuahua-pug mix named Frankie is stealing hearts at a private school

Breast cancer survivor rescues boys from burning apartment

Breast cancer survivor rescues boys from burning apartment

Meet the nurse who yodels, sings, and dances, giving each resident their own show

Meet the nurse who yodels, sings, and dances, giving each resident their own show

First of her kind luthier inspires historic collaboration with Black violinist

First of her kind luthier inspires historic collaboration with Black violinist

Why are so many statues naked? An art historian explains this tradition’s ancient roots

Nudity can express everything from innocence to sexual desire, from triumph to defeat.

23XI team co-owned by Michael Jordan delivering perfect start to season in a 'perfect partnership'

Michael Jordan calls Denny Hamlin the mastermind behind their 23XI NASCAR racing team

Triceratops skeleton 'Trey' to hit the auction block as dinosaur market soars

A triceratops skeleton that once greeted visitors at a Wyoming museum is heading to an online auction as dinosaur prices keep soaring

Zendaya and Tom Holland have married in secret, stylist Law Roach claims

Zendaya and Tom Holland have married in secret, stylist Law Roach claims

FBI investigates Texas bar shooting that killed 2 and wounded 14 as possible terrorist act

Authorities say a gunman wearing clothes with an Iranian flag design and the words “Property of Allah” killed two people and wounded 14 at a Texas bar

Q&A: K-pop girl group Twice exploded in the last decade. Then 'KPop Demon Hunters' came calling

The massively popular K-pop girl group Twice marks a decade together by widening its sound on and stepping into a massive Netflix hit

What to Stream: Harry Styles, 'War Machine,' Steve Carell, 'Young Sherlock' and Pokémon Pokopia

Harry Styles’ fourth solo album, “Kiss All the Time

The most striking looks from the Actor Awards red carpet

The most striking looks from the Actor Awards red carpet

'Sinners' takes top prize at the Actor Awards, setting up an Oscar showdown

After a near awards-season sweep by “One Battle After Another,” “Sinners” won best ensemble at the Screen Actors Guild’s 32nd Actor Awards on Sunday, setting up a potential nail-biter finale in two weeks at the Academy Awards

Authorities probe whether Austin shooter was motivated by Iran strikes, sources say

Authorities probe whether Austin shooter was motivated by Iran strikes, sources say

Actor Awards 2026: See who won

Actor Awards 2026: See who won

Catherine O'Hara wins posthumous award for 'The Studio' at Actor Awards

A month after her unexpected death, Catherine O’Hara won a posthumous award at the 32nd Actor Awards for her performance on “The Studio.”

Tyler Reddick makes NASCAR history at COTA with 3rd straight win to start the season

Tyler Reddick became the first driver in NASCAR Cup Series history to win the first three races of the season with a victory Sunday at the Circuit of Americas

Nico Echavarria wins the Cognizant Classic with a flawless weekend after Shane Lowry melts down late

Nico Echavarria has won the Cognizant Classic after a meltdown by Shane Lowry on the closing stretch at PGA National

Group holds dance parties on overpass to call for peace in politics

Group holds dance parties on overpass to call for peace in politics

Family pushes for change after rare disease clinical trial abruptly ends

Family pushes for change after rare disease clinical trial abruptly ends

Hair-braiding pioneer reflects on arrest, victory and the legacy she's still building

Hair-braiding pioneer reflects on arrest, victory and the legacy she's still building

Golf legend John Shippen's history revealed by determined couple

Golf legend John Shippen's history revealed by determined couple

Police warning parents after martini found in student's lunchbox: "That is NOT Apple Juice"

Police warning parents after martini found in student's lunchbox: "That is NOT Apple Juice"

'Scream 7' opens with a franchise-best $64.1 million in box-office win for Paramount

“Scream” is still making a killing

Texas moves to No. 1 seed in latest NCAA women's bracket preview, joins UConn, UCLA, South Carolina

Texas joined UConn, UCLA and South Carolina as No. 1 seeds in the women’s NCAA Tournament if it began now

Silvana Armani honors a fashion dynasty with fluid, essential collection during Milan Fashion Week

Silvana Armani has presented her first signature Giorgio Armani collection without the iconic designer's input to close Milan Fashion Week

Teeth, finger bones and blessings: Buddhist relics inspire belief

Every Lunar New Year for the past 14 years, a Southern California Buddhist temple has displayed what it calls the “10,000 Buddha Relics.”

'One Battle After Another' wins at PGA Awards, setting up awards-season sweep

“One Battle After Another” remains undefeated

Last year, Connor Storrie was a waiter. Last night, he aced hosting ‘Saturday Night Live’

Last year, Connor Storrie was a waiter. Last night, he aced hosting ‘Saturday Night Live’

Knight delivers joke during 'SNL' appearance featuring US men and women hockey gold medal winners

This time it was Hilary Knight’s turn to provide a big laugh in the wake of a weeklong dustup involving the United States women and men’s gold medal-winning hockey teams

John Calipari matches the worst loss of his career and wishes it 'would have gone faster'

Arkansas coach John Calipari matched the worst margin of defeat in his 34-year career

How Pope Leo was elected: New details of dramatic conclave battle revealed

How Pope Leo was elected: New details of dramatic conclave battle revealed

LeBron James' 11-year-old daughter Zhuri has a fun shootaround with father before game with Warriors

Zhuri James stood with her back to the basket at the free-throw line and heaved an over-the-head shot that banked in after several previous attempts

Zuby Ejiofor has triple-double as No. 15 St. John's bounces back with 89-57 rout of Villanova

Zuby Ejiofor had 16 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists for his first career triple-double, and No. 15 St. John’s bounced back from an embarrassing loss by blitzing Villanova 89-57 at Madison Square Garden

Luka Doncic scores 26 points, LeBron James adds 22 as Lakers run away from Warriors for 129-101 win

Luka Doncic had 26 points, eight assists and six rebounds, LeBron James added 22 points, nine assists and seven rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers ran away from the short-handed Golden State Warriors for a 129-101 win

Viola Davis receives prestigious Chairman's prize at NAACP Image Awards

Viola Davis has used her NAACP Image Awards moment to urge people to face hard truths and heal together

Notre Dame, Penn St. running back tandems share stage once again at NFL's scouting combine

Former Notre Dame running backs Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price rekindled some fond memories at this week’s NFL’s scouting combine

Madonna steals the spotlight at Dolce & Gabbana's Milan Fashion Week runway show

Madonna made a star appearance at Dolce & Gabbana’s Milan Fashion Week runway show — which felt like a conversation with the Material Girl herself

Olivia Dean wins 4 Brit Awards, taking artist of the year and song of the year

Olivia Dean has dominated the Brit Awards, winning four trophies, including artist of the year and song of the year

Actor Shia LaBeouf arrested again on battery charge in New Orleans

Court records in New Orleans show that actor Shia LaBeouf has been rearrested and charged with an additional count of simple battery

Shane Lowry and Austin Smotherman tied for the Cognizant Classic lead at 13 under

Shane Lowry shares the lead at the Cognizant Classic after a bogey-free 63 at PGA National

Cher's son charged with simple assault and trespassing at New Hampshire private school

Police say Cher’s son was arrested after acting belligerently at a New Hampshire private high school

Teenager jumps from fleeing vehicle during police chase; 3 arrested

Teenager jumps from fleeing vehicle during police chase; 3 arrested

Democrats look to Tejano music star Bobby Pulido in a high-stakes South Texas congressional race

Democrats are banking on Tejano music star Bobby Pulido to help them win back Hispanic voters in a South Texas congressional district that favors Republicans

Racial slur at BAFTA awards stirs complex feelings for Black people with Tourette syndrome

For Black people living with Tourette syndrome, a racial slur being shouted by someone with the disorder at the British Academy Film Awards has left them with complicated feelings

From box office bomb to media powerhouse: Skydance’s 20-year rise to overtake Paramount, Warner Bros

It's a come-from-behind story fit for Hollywood itself

Vatican removes salty white film coating Michelangelo's 'The Last Judgment'

Michelangelo’s “The Last Judgement” is getting a facial

ICE agents said to have posed as police, a tactic some fear could erode trust in real cops

Federal immigration agents arrested a Columbia student after allegedly gaining access to her apartment by posing as police in search of a missing child

Renee Good was ‘slow to anger, quick to love,' her father tells AP

Renee Good loved sparkles and laughter and any excuse for a celebration

Netflix declines to raise offer for Warner Bros. after new bid from Paramount

CNN's Brian Stelter joins The Lead.

All eyes focused on Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza as QBs take center stage at NFL scouting combine

Fernando Mendoza possesses all the traits NFL teams covet in a franchise quarterback

Neil Sedaka, the singer-songwriter behind dozens of hits of the 1960s and '70s, dies at age 86

Neil Sedaka, the million-selling singer and songwriter, has died

Judge delays decision on restraining order preventing Chris Gabehart from joining Spire Motorsports

A federal judge did not issue a ruling on whether to impose a temporary restraining order preventing former Joe Gibbs Racing competition director Chris Gabehart from working for rival NASCAR team Spire Motorsports

Falcons dismiss assistant coach LaTroy Lewis, who has been named a suspect in a sexual assault case

The Atlanta Falcons have dismissed assistant defensive line coach LaTroy Lewis, just hours before he was named as a suspect in a sexual assault case

Can Gucci make luxury AI?

Can Gucci make luxury AI?

Smotherman still leads, Koepka makes the cut at PGA National after second round of Cognizant Classic

Brooks Koepka and alternate Ben Silverman rebound at the Cognizant Classic and reach the weekend at PGA National

Callers to Washington state hotline press 2 for Spanish and get accented AI English instead

Callers to Washington state’s driver’s license agency who select automated service in Spanish have instead been hearing an AI voice speaking English with a strong Spanish accent

Kate Moss closes Demna's first Gucci show in a plunging gown and branded thong

Demna has unveiled his first Gucci runway show in Milan, and he's pushing the brand back toward sleek, body-hugging sex appeal

Paramount must convince regulators its deal with Warner will not hurt customers

After months of heated wrangling, Paramount has emerged the apparent victor in its bid to acquire storied Hollywood rival Warner Bros

Rev. Jesse Jackson funeral services, celebration of life continues Friday at Rainbow PUSH headquarters

Rev. Jesse Jackson funeral services, celebration of life continues Friday at Rainbow PUSH headquarters

Parkville sisters who lived through segregation share their story of faith and legacy

Parkville sisters who lived through segregation share their story of faith and legacy

CNN chief prescribes calm after staff anxiety over Paramount's expected purchase of parent company

Shortly after it became known that Paramount was the apparent victor in the competition to buy CNN's parent company, network president Mark Thompson was compelled to send his staff a note to calm down, in effect

Actor Tessa Thompson, Sen. Adam Schiff and more sound off on Paramount eying Warner Bros. Discovery

Paramount’s possible takeover of Warner Bros

US women's hockey team has date in July with Flavor Flav in Vegas to celebrate gold medal victory

The United States women’s hockey team has a date with Flavor Flav in Las Vegas in July to celebrate its gold medal victory from the Milan Cortina Olympics

Shia LaBeouf used homophobic slurs while assaulting New Orleans bar patrons, police say

Actor Shia LaBeouf has been charged with battery and is accused of repeatedly using homophobic slurs while hitting multiple people at a New Orleans bar during Mardi Gras

Actor Shia LaBeouf arrested after alleged fight during Mardi Gras in New Orleans

Police say actor Shia LaBeouf has been arrested after being accused of hitting two men during Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans

Shia LaBeouf converts to Catholicism after being confirmed at New Year’s Eve Mass

Actor Shia LaBeouf has converted to Catholicism

Emergence of Epstein island photo leads to new calls for Lutnick to testify

Emergence of Epstein island photo leads to new calls for Lutnick to testify

Georgia school shooter’s father takes the stand and says he never saw any red flags

Georgia school shooter’s father takes the stand and says he never saw any red flags

Diego Pavia to throw at the NFL combine, betting big despite size concerns

Quarterback Diego Pavia says he plans to throw at the NFL scouting combine, even as Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza waits for his pro day on April 1

Unearthing the forgotten diamonds: The untold story of the Owls Club

Unearthing the forgotten diamonds: The untold story of the Owls Club

Max Scherzer's 8-year-old daughter sent handwritten note to Blue Jays hoping for Toronto return

Max Scherzer’s 8-year-old daughter wanted her father back with the Blue Jays so much she wrote a letter to the team in December expressing her hope for his return to Toronto

16-year-old MLS prodigy Cavan Sullivan becomes youngest American to score in CONCACAF Champions Cup

Cavan Sullivan delivered an American scoring record with his first professional goals for the Philadelphia Union

Cadillac names its first F1 car after Mario Andretti in 'ultimate compliment'

Cadillac is naming its first Formula 1 car in honor of 1978 champion Mario Andretti

Correction: Britain-Prince Andrew-Glance story

In a story published Oct. 30, 2025, about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former Prince Andrew, The Associated Press erroneously reported that his house was sold in 2007 for 20% over the 15 million pound asking price

Hundreds of roosters found at California home, suspect faces cockfighting-related charges

Hundreds of roosters found at California home, suspect faces cockfighting-related charges

Eddie Vedder turns solo vulnerability into a powerful plea in Netflix’s 'Matter of Time'

Eddie Vedder uses two emotional solo concerts and a new Netflix film to push for a cure for epidermolysis bullosa

What social media addiction looks like, according to the woman suing Meta and YouTube

What social media addiction looks like, according to the woman suing Meta and YouTube

What does the Paramount-WBD merger mean for CNN?

What does the Paramount-WBD merger mean for CNN?

Alex Palou and Chip Ganassi Racing end McLaren contract fight after $12 million ruling

Alex Palou and Chip Ganassi Racing have settled the driver’s contract fight with McLaren Racing

Deon Cole returns to host NAACP Image Awards and says 'terrible' BAFTA disruption will be addressed

Deon Cole returns to host the NAACP Image Awards, and he says the night remains focused on celebrating Black excellence

Florida women end a 25-game skid against ranked teams but could be on the verge of another reboot

Florida is on the verge of missing the NCAA Women’s Tournament for the ninth time in 10 years and could have a coaching change in the coming weeks

Bad Bunny says reggaeton is Puerto Rican, but it was born in Panama

Emerging from a swirl of sonic influences, reggaeton began as Panamanian protest music long before Puerto Rican artists turned the genre into a global phenomenon.

Incredible images showcased in Underwater Photographer of the Year 2026 awards

Incredible images showcased in Underwater Photographer of the Year 2026 awards

The Jesse Jackson that I knew

The Jesse Jackson that I knew

Netflix shockingly bows out, leaving Paramount as the apparent Warner Bros. winner

Netflix shockingly bows out, leaving Paramount as the apparent Warner Bros. winner

30 years after Pokémon's release, fans are still trying to catch 'em all

In the years Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green were released in 1996 for Nintendo Game Boy in Japan, marking the debut of Pokémon, the franchise has taken over the globe with its animated shows, mobile games and highly coveted trading cards

Viral phenomenon in Argentina has young people identifying themselves as animals

Argentine teens are gathering in Buenos Aires parks to dress and act like non-human animals

Growing more complex by the day: How should journalists govern use of AI in their products?

Journalists at the investigative outlet ProPublica have pledged to strike if negotiations for a contract don't take a turn — in what is believed would be the first such job action in the news industry where a dispute over how to deal with artificial intelligence is the chief sticking point

Savannah Guthrie intends to return to the ‘Today’ show, sources say

Savannah Guthrie intends to return to the ‘Today’ show, sources say

Olympic hero Jack Hughes keeps waiting for life to return to normal. It didn't happen in Pittsburgh

Jack Hughes is still riding the emotional wave from his overtime goal that won Olympic gold for the United States

Hornets' Kon Knueppel breaks NBA rookie record for 3-pointers in a season in just 59 games

Charlotte’s Kon Knueppel has reached yet another milestone in a remarkable rookie season for the No. 4 overall pick from Duke

Opening round at the Cognizant Classic features bird feathers, shots from the mud and hole-outs

There were some weird shots in Thursday's opening round at the Cognizant Classic

Netflix walks away from Warner Bros deal, clearing the path for Paramount

Netflix is declining to raise its offer to buy Warner Bros

Kouri Richins Trial Preview

CNN's Legal Correspondent Jean Casarez previews the trial of Kouri Richins, the Utah mother of 3 accused of providing a fatal cocktail that killed her husband.

Hawks plan a Magic City tribute night with lemon pepper wings, T.I. and merch

The Atlanta Hawks are turning a home game into a tribute to Magic City, the city’s famous adult entertainment club

Young woman says she was on social media 'all day long' as a child in landmark addiction trial

A 20-year-old woman is seeking to hold social media companies responsible for harms to children who use their platforms

Singer d4vd named as ‘target’ in death and dismemberment of teen girl

Singer d4vd named as ‘target’ in death and dismemberment of teen girl

Bruce Froemming, record-setting major league umpire, dies at age 86

One of the best-known umpires in Major League Baseball history has died

Judge scolds Shia LaBeouf and orders him to rehab after Mardi Gras arrest

A New Orleans judge has ordered actor Shia LaBeouf to return to drug and alcohol rehabilitation and set a $100,000 bond after the film star was charged with two counts of battery

Tampa International Airport shares it wants to ban pajamas. It was a joke, the airport says

An airport in Florida has sparked a social media debate about proper travel attire by claiming it wanted to ban people from wearing pajamas there

Pink denies reports that she is separated from husband Carey Hart: 'Not true'

Pink says she is still with her husband Carey Hart

Colts give injury-plagued QB Anthony Richardson permission to seek trade, AP source says

The Indianapolis Colts have given quarterback Anthony Richardson permission to find a trade partner, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press on Thursday

Mom of a preemie crochets colorful yarn octopi for tiny tots at Detroit hospital NICU

A Michigan mother is making and collecting soft, yarn toys that are being donated to the neonatal intensive care unit at a Detroit hospital

Reunion game: Costas, Collins, Fratello and more NBC voices reunite for 76ers-Spurs game Tuesday

NBC is bringing back its classic NBA broadcast crew for a throwback game, with Bob Costas, Doug Collins and Mike Fratello calling Spurs versus 76ers on Tuesday night

AI song generator startups Suno and Udio angered the music industry. Now they're hoping to join it

AI music platforms Suno and Udio were sued by major record labels in 2024 for allegedly exploiting the recorded works of professional musicians

Pinterest search trends reveal push for offline and experience-rich parenting

Pinterest search trends reveal push for offline and experience-rich parenting

Video captures Milpitas police officers rescuing toddler, dog thrown from burning apartment

Video captures Milpitas police officers rescuing toddler, dog thrown from burning apartment

Matthew Tkachuk and Auston Matthews celebrate US hockey gold with ceremonial puck drop

Matthew Tkachuk of the Florida Panthers has taken part in his latest celebration of the U.S. men's hockey gold medal at the Milan Cortina Olympics

Teacher uses art to show Black history is American history

Teacher uses art to show Black history is American history

Penguin Press founder Ann Godoff, a powerhouse editor of bestsellers and prize winners, dies at 76

Publisher Ann Godoff, who helped shape modern American book culture and launched many bestsellers, has died at age 76

AI gospel artist Solomon Ray reaches hearts with his song 'Find Your Rest'

AI gospel artist Solomon Ray reaches hearts with his song 'Find Your Rest'

This 8-year-old was born deaf, but thanks to new hearing technology, is able to follow her passion for dance

This 8-year-old was born deaf, but thanks to new hearing technology, is able to follow her passion for dance

Austin Smotherman leads the Cognizant Classic, making 6 straight birdies in a first-round 62

Austin Smotherman is the first-round leader at the Cognizant Classic

Man creates cereal box in honor of Gaudreau brothers, raises money for family

Man creates cereal box in honor of Gaudreau brothers, raises money for family

Milwaukee woman creates homemade hip-hop museum

Milwaukee woman creates homemade hip-hop museum

Hear why Stardew Valley's celebrity fans fell in love with the indie game

Actor Kat Dennings and comedian Bobby Lee are both Stardew Valley megafans, who have spent hundreds of hours in the retro-looking pixel art farming game. As the game turns 10, the developer says he only expected it to sell a handful of copies, but it has instead sold just shy of 50 million.

Heartwarming viral moment: Students’ sticky-note surprise boosts girl who doubted herself

Heartwarming viral moment: Students’ sticky-note surprise boosts girl who doubted herself

Romanian court rejects Wiz Khalifa's appeal against 9-month jail sentence for drug possession

A Romanian court on Thursday rejected an appeal by American rapper Wiz Khalifa to annul his nine-month jail sentence handed down for drug possession

Missouri man pulls mammoth femur from Missouri waterway

Missouri man pulls mammoth femur from Missouri waterway

Sketch artist's uncannily lifelike image helped to identify man in 'John Doe' death case

Sketch artist's uncannily lifelike image helped to identify man in 'John Doe' death case

Florida deputy kills man who drove into him after fatally shooting 2 people, sheriff says

Authorities say a South Florida sheriff’s deputy shot and killed a man suspected of killing two people at one location and wounding someone at a nearby store before striking the deputy with his SUV and dragging him some distance

Sandra Cisneros long wanted an invite to the American Academy of Arts and Letters. Now, she's in

Sandra Cisneros joins the American Academy of Arts and Letters, and she says the honor feels like a long-awaited invitation

Woman whose allegations led to charges against ex-officer speaks out after fatal shooting

Woman whose allegations led to charges against ex-officer speaks out after fatal shooting

Congregation battles to save historic synagogue amid affordable housing dispute

Congregation battles to save historic synagogue amid affordable housing dispute

Dust-to-Digital: The record label preserving America's musical history

Dust-to-Digital: The record label preserving America's musical history

Israeli strike kills 2 Palestinians in Gaza, health officials say, the latest deaths as truce stalls

An Israeli strike has killed at least two Palestinians and wounded five others east of Gaza City, according to Fadel Naeem, director of Al-Ahli Hospital, where the casualties arrived

A children's hospital is renamed for Dolly Parton and hopes to transform pediatric care in Tennessee

The East Tennessee Children's Hospital is now known as Dolly Parton Children's Hospital

Christina Applegate says she largely stays in bed because of multiple sclerosis

Christina Applegate says she largely stays in bed because of multiple sclerosis

Businesses support domestic violence survivors through a partnership

Businesses support domestic violence survivors through a partnership

Students open mini art museum

Students open mini art museum

NICU nurse spends her days off crocheting costumes for her patients

NICU nurse spends her days off crocheting costumes for her patients

Ninja gym helps kids build confidence and resilience amid growing mental health concerns

Ninja gym helps kids build confidence and resilience amid growing mental health concerns

Mom starts nonprofit after daughter's shooting

Mom starts nonprofit after daughter's shooting

Instagram says it will notify parents if teens 'repeatedly' search for terms related to suicide

Instagram will start alerting parents if their kids repeatedly search for terms clearly associated with suicide or self-harm

‘Sinners’ is so much bigger than the BAFTA chaos around it

‘Sinners’ is so much bigger than the BAFTA chaos around it

SEC, Big Ten study: Pooling TV rights 'dangerously unworkable' and not as profitable as suggested

A study commissioned by the Southeastern Conference and the Big Ten has concluded that a proposal to allow the pooling of media rights among Division I conferences would generate less revenue than if the conferences continued marketing their own games

Customers complained. So Burger King updated its Whopper

Customers complained. So Burger King updated its Whopper

Wu-Tang Clan collaborator Oliver ‘Power’ Grant dead at 52

Wu-Tang Clan collaborator Oliver ‘Power’ Grant dead at 52

The Stardew Valley video game community will love you, even if your farm is ugly

The Stardew Valley video game community will love you, even if your farm is ugly

Team USA captain calls President Trump’s White House invite a ‘distasteful joke’

Team USA captain calls President Trump’s White House invite a ‘distasteful joke’

Olympic star Jack Hughes returns to NHL, jokes about his missing teeth as Devils resume playoff push

Jack Hughes gets a loud homecoming in New Jersey after his gold medal heroics at the Olympics

Park Chan-wook will lead the Cannes Film Festival jury, will be the 1st Korean in the role

Park Chan-wook, the Korean filmmaker of “Oldboy” and “No Other Choice,” will head the jury at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, festival organizers announced Thursday

‘Scrubs’ returns with a new heartbeat — and the same old heart

‘Scrubs’ returns with a new heartbeat — and the same old heart

Supreme Court litigator convicted of tax evasion over income from high-stakes poker

A prominent Supreme Court litigator who also published a popular blog about the nation’s highest court has been convicted of tax evasion and related charges stemming from his secretive lifestyle as an ultra-high-stakes poker player

Singer D4vd is 'target' in investigation of killing of girl whose body was found in car in Hollywood

Singer D4vd is at the center of a Los Angeles grand jury investigation of the killing of a 14-year-old girl found dead in a Tesla

Lawyers say Pennsylvania student protesters did not know a man who joined scrum was the police chief

Lawyers for student protesters detained in Pennsylvania after a scuffle with police say their clients did not know that a man in street clothes who put his arm around a 15-year-old girl’s neck was the local police chief

Lightning coach Jon Cooper to miss 2 games after his father's death

Tampa Bay Lightning coach Jon Cooper is stepping away for two games after his father Robert died

No-parking zone in Nancy Guthrie’s neighborhood widened amid complaints about journalists, streamers

The no-parking zone around the home of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie’s mother where journalists and social media streamers have stationed themselves over the past three weeks since her disappearance is being widened

New York sues Counter-Strike game developer saying 'loot boxes' promote gambling

New York’s attorney general is suing video game developer Valve, claiming the “loot boxes” found in Counter-Strike and other popular video game franchises illegally promote gambling

Chris Gabehart: Joe Gibbs Racing lawsuit is 'punishing a former employee for daring to leave'

Chris Gabehart says Joe Gibbs Racing is suing him to punish him for leaving, not to protect trade secrets

To sit or stand: Trump's challenge to Democrats a key moment in State of the Union address

As a moment of political theater, President Donald Trump set a trap for Democrats while challenging them in his State of the Union address to sit or stand in signifying their belief in the primary role of government

The strategy behind the new $1 million reward in the Nancy Guthrie investigation

The strategy behind the new $1 million reward in the Nancy Guthrie investigation

Harvey Weinstein hires Luigi Mangione’s and Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ lawyers as his 3rd NY trial looms

Harvey Weinstein has hired Luigi Mangione’s and Sean “Diddy” Combs’ lawyers to represent him at his third New York rape trial, recasting his legal team after declining to end the matter with a guilty plea

American is freed after 11 years for Bali 'suitcase murder,' but a US case awaits

Indonesia has freed and deported an American man after 11 years in prison for killing his girlfriend’s mother, in a case that became known as the Bali “suitcase murder.”

NICU patient heads home after 285 days – decades after her mother was born at same hospital

NICU patient heads home after 285 days – decades after her mother was born at same hospital

How Negro Leagues star Mahlon Duckett's legacy is being kept alive on Pennsylvania Turnpike

How Negro Leagues star Mahlon Duckett's legacy is being kept alive on Pennsylvania Turnpike

Hunter College professor under fire for offensive comments caught on hot mic during Zoom meeting

Hunter College professor under fire for offensive comments caught on hot mic during Zoom meeting

Brooks Koepka returns to the Cognizant Classic for his first start there since 2022

Brooks Koepka returns to his hometown PGA event with plenty of comforts, and a few bruises, as he plays the Cognizant Classic

Anonymous $1 million donation honors Waffle House roots

Anonymous $1 million donation honors Waffle House roots

Couple elopes during blizzard after snow cancels wedding plans

Couple elopes during blizzard after snow cancels wedding plans

Man arrested for allegedly sparking house explosion after argument with wife

Man arrested for allegedly sparking house explosion after argument with wife

Idaho House committee under fire after man delivers racist testimony in brownface

Idaho House committee under fire after man delivers racist testimony in brownface

Sondra Lee, a veteran Broadway dancer with roles in 'Peter Pan' and 'Hello Dolly!' dies at 97

Broadway dancer and actor Sondra Lee, who helped shape “Peter Pan” and “Hello, Dolly

Luka hesitates, LeBron misses on the last possession of a rough homestand for the slumping Lakers

When Luka Doncic had the ball in his hands with a chance to win the game for the Los Angeles Lakers, the Slovenian scoring machine passed

Guthrie family offers $1 million reward in new video

In a new video, Savannah Guthrie announced that her family is offering a $1 million reward to anyone with information that leads to the recovery of their missing 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie.

The former Prince Andrew went from helicopter pilot to trade envoy to royal pariah

The former Prince Andrew is the first senior British royal in modern history to be arrested by police

K-pop in Colombia: Inside a global phenomenon

K-pop in Colombia: Inside a global phenomenon

Police officer inspires students with crochet skills

Police officer inspires students with crochet skills

These golden retrievers have their own monthly meetup