CNN By Forrest Brown, CNN (CNN) — Because of excessive rainfall in California, a temporary lake is giving folks a rare chance to do some actual kayaking of all things in the driest place in the United States, the National Park Service said in a recent news release. The aquatic adventure is taking place at
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By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — Lionel Richie participated in one of the most iconic musical events in history when he co-wrote and was featured on the 1985 track “We Are the World” with over 40 legendary artists, but he still has one lingering regret. Recalling the process of deciding which artists to feature on
Continue Reading By Forrest Brown, CNN (CNN) — Because of excessive rainfall in California, a temporary lake is giving folks a rare chance to do some actual kayaking of all things in the driest place in the United States, the National Park Service said in a recent news release. The aquatic adventure is taking place at Badwater
Continue Reading By Marianne Garvey, CNN (CNN) — Hilary Swank is loving mom life. The Oscar-winner appeared on the “Today” show on Monday, where she said she now understands the joys of being a parent. “I think, you know, every mom I’ve heard say, ‘Oh, get ready to experience the greatest joy of your life,’ and I’m
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By Marianne Garvey, CNN (CNN) — The seemingly ageless Lenny Kravitz has always gone his own way. Kravitz accepted the Music Icon Award at the 2024 People’s Choice Awards on Sunday, marking the honor with a performance of his hits and an emotional speech. “When I was thinking about what to say tonight, I kept
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By Fiona Sinclair Scott, CNN London (CNN) — Next season’s style brief is to channel your gray-haired nosy neighbor, according to designer Jonathan Anderson. Moments after unveiling his latest collection for his label JW Anderson on Sunday, during London Fashion Week, Anderson told a huddle of journalists that he was interested in the rise of
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By Oscar Holland, CNN (CNN) — The People’s Choice Awards often serve up one of the year’s most entertaining red carpets. At a ceremony voted for by the public rather than critics or industry bodies — and with attendees arriving at the venue via a near-hysterical “fan walk” red carpet flanked by the public —
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By Jack Guy, CNN London (CNN) — The British Museum is facing renewed calls to return a huge moai statue to Easter Island, sparked by a social media campaign by Chilean activists. Easter Island, known as Rapa Nui in the local language and Isla de Pascua in Spanish, is a Chilean dependency in the Pacific
Continue Reading By Callum Sutherland, CNN (CNN) — The Norval Sovereign African Art Prize, designed to elevate the work of contemporary African artists, has found its latest artist to thrust into the spotlight. Inspired by Moroccan architecture and created using local textile workshops, “Portal #1” by Amina Agueznay was chosen as the winner for this year’s edition of
Continue Reading By Lianne Kolirin, CNN London (CNN) — A-list celebrities leaped to their feet on Sunday night when movie icon Michael J. Fox made a surprise appearance at the BAFTA awards in London. The “Back to the Future” star was greeted with rapturous applause when he was introduced by the event’s host, “Doctor Who” star David
Continue Reading Review by Brian Lowry, CNN (CNN) — Editor’s note: The following contains spoilers about the “True Detective: Night Country” finale. The “True Detective: Night Country” finale revealed the mystery at the show’s core, which turned out to be less about whodunit than the how and why it was done. That finish incorporated not just local
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CNN By Alli Rosenbloom and Thomas Page, CNN (CNN) — “Oppenheimer” was a big winner at the 2024 BAFTA Film Awards, which were presented Sunday at the Royal Festival Hall in London, England. The Christopher Nolan-directed award season favorite led the nominees with 13 nods this year and won seven awards, including director, lead actor
Continue Reading By Nicole Mowbray, CNN London (CNN) — There was plenty of red carpet pizzazz on display at the 2024 BAFTAs in London on Sunday, as some of Hollywood’s top talent gathered for the British film industry’s equivalent to the Oscars. While there was no sign of Catherine, Princess of Wales this year as she continues
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By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — Oscar nominee Da’Vine Joy Randolph continued her award season sweep when she won a supporting actress trophy for “The Holdovers” at the 2024 BAFTA Awards on Sunday. Randolph previously won a Golden Globe and Critics Choice Award for her performance in the 2023 dramedy. She is also nominated for
Continue Reading By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — Everyone’s favorite banged-up Barbie doll is at it again with Jimmy Kimmel, a few weeks ahead of Hollywood’s biggest night. Kate McKinnon, who played “Weird Barbie” in best picture Oscar nominee “Barbie,” is appearing in another fun promo leading up to next month’s Academy Awards, with host Kimmel in
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By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — Prince William opted for a solo night out on Sunday as he attended the 2024 BAFTA Awards at London’s Royal Festival Hall. As the President of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts since 2010, Prince William annually attends the award show, which is akin the Oscars and
Continue Reading By Alli Rosenbloom and Thomas Page, CNN (CNN) — “Oppenheimer” was a big winner at the 2024 BAFTA Film Awards, which were presented Sunday at the Royal Festival Hall in London, England. The Christopher Nolan-directed award season favorite led the nominees with 13 nods this year and won seven awards, including director, lead actor and
Continue Reading By Scarlett Harris, CNN (CNN) — “A makeover can’t hide the truth,” laments Rebecca Gayheart’s character Julie in the cult classic “Jawbreaker,” which celebrates its 25th anniversary on February 19. But the film’s candy-colored fashion certainly hides the rot at the core of its plot, which follows members of “the Flawless Four” — high school
Continue Reading By Suyin Haynes, CNN (CNN) — Uman is not a fan of traveling. “I’m more of a fan of the destination,” the artist said, smiling behind sunglasses on a cloudy afternoon in London. “If I could just be beamed somewhere, I would be so happy.” And yet, migration and movement have played a major role in
Continue Reading By Tamara Hardingham-Gill, CNN (CNN) — They’d always dreamed of living by the ocean, but when they first visited the Bahamas back in 1985, Norvell and Mark Slezycki never imagined that they’d have their very own oceanfront home in the island country. The couple, who were living in New York City at the time, “stumbled
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