Oscar Holland, CNN A pair of “hot dog hands,” a Bluetooth headset for crossing between universes and a rock decorated with googly eyes were among the standout lots at one of the year’s most unusual auctions. These are, of course, all props from “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” the surreal genre-defying movie that could sweep
Continue Reading Oscar Holland, CNN As luxury brands continue to court South Korea’s booming luxury market, Tiffany & Co. has unveiled K-pop star Jimin as its newest brand ambassador. The BTS singer, whose full name is Park Ji-min, will appear in his first campaign for the brand this spring, the jeweler said Thursday. The announcement was accompanied
Continue Reading By Colin McCullough and Amanda Jackson, CNN A Lufthansa flight traveling from Texas to Germany was diverted to Virginia’s Washington Dulles International Airport on Wednesday evening because of turbulence that left some passengers injured, an airport spokesperson said. Lufthansa Flight 469, which took off from Austin, experienced “significant turbulence” and landed safely at Dulles, Metropolitan
Continue Reading By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Jenna Ortega had a bone to pick while appearing on hot wing interview show “Hot Ones,” in an episode that dropped on Thursday. When asked by host Sean Evans if there is a Gen Z trope or teenage stereotype seen on TV that gets under her skin, the 20-year-old actor said
Continue Reading By Brynn Gingras and Chloe Melas, CNN Musician Travis Scott and his lawyer are expected to meet with officials at the New York Police Department after the rapper was accused of assault at a New York City club early Wednesday morning, a law enforcement official confirms to CNN. CNN previously reported that police are investigating
Continue Reading By Amanda Jackson, CNN Camila Alves McConaughey was a passenger on the Lufthansa flight Wednesday that experienced severe turbulence. The model, entrepreneur and wife of Matthew McConaughey posted on Instagram Thursday to share her experience. “On Flight last night, plane dropped almost 4000 feet, 7 people went to the hospital, Everything was flying everywhere.” She
Continue Reading By Alli Rosenbloom, CNN A classic Disney theme park attraction is coming alive in the new teaser trailer for this summer’s “Haunted Mansion” movie, and it appears to have some spooky thrills in store. “This house has a way of playing tricks on you,” the film’s star Rosario Dawson says in the clip shared by
Continue Reading By Dan Heching, CNN After a whirlwind and drama-filled ride, “Funny Girl” has an end in sight. The Broadway musical revival currently starring “Glee” alum Lea Michele has announced that it will close on Sunday, September 3, according to a statement shared with CNN on Thursday. No reason was given for the decision. The Tony-nominated
Continue Reading By Marianne Garvey, CNN From his early days on “Saturday Night Live” to his first standup special “Bring the Pain” and next a history-making live event on Netflix, Chris Rock’s comedy has been shaping popular culture for more than three decades. On Saturday, Rock’s latest special, “Selective Outrage,” will mark the first global live event
Continue Reading By Marianne Garvey, CNN Ali Wong says her mom had a strong reaction to news of her amicable divorce from her now ex-husband Justin Hakuta. “I did not expect the announcement to be so widespread, but by far the hardest part about getting divorced was my mother’s reaction,” Wong recalled in interview with The Hollywood
Continue Reading Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Wayne Shorter, a Grammy-winning saxophonist and composer who helped shaped the sound of contemporary jazz, has died, according to his publicist. He was 89. Shorter died Thursday in Los Angeles, his publicist Cem Kurosman with Blue Note Records told CNN in an email. No cause of death was shared. Shorter was nominated
Continue Reading Review by Brian Lowry, CNN The “Rocky” sequels aren’t exactly known for their nuanced opponents, so give “Creed III” credit for trying to flesh out its antagonist, played by Jonathan Majors. But bulking up the back story slows the pacing, in a movie that finally delivers the goods but whose broader ambitions under director/star Michael
Continue Reading Tamara Hardingham-Gill, CNN It’s already one of the most luxurious locomotives around, and The Royal Scotsman Belmond is about to get even more glamorous with the launch of two beautiful new suites. Designed by Paris-based interior designer Tristan Auer, the suites have been devised in the style of a grand country house, complete with classic
Continue Reading By Marianne Garvey, CNN Will Smith returned to the award show stage in person for the first time since slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars last year. Smith accepted the Beacon Award at the African American Film Critics Association Awards on Wednesday alongside his “Emancipation” director Antoine Fuqua. After Fuqua spoke, thanking the cast and
Continue Reading Review by Brian Lowry, CNN The “Rocky” sequels aren’t exactly known for their nuanced opponents, so give “Creed III” credit for trying to flesh out its antagonist, played by Jonathan Majors. But bulking up the back story slows the pacing, in a movie that finally delivers the goods but whose broader ambitions under director/star Michael
Continue Reading By Dave Alsup, Joe Sutton and Amanda Jackson, CNN A Spirit Airlines flight was diverted and landed safely in Jacksonville, Florida, on Wednesday after the crew reported a battery in an overhead bin was on fire. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is now investigating the incident, which involved an Airbus A320 that departed from Dallas-Fort
Continue Reading By Brandon Griggs, CNN Today’s a day to celebrate The work of someone gone but great. Come on now, don’t be obtuse, Let’s all give thanks to Dr. Seuss. His name was Theodor Seuss Geisel And all the kids they think he’s swell. Born March 2, 1904 His family, they brewed beer and more. By
Continue Reading By Maureen O’Hare A year after it was destroyed during the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Antonov AN-225 — the world’s biggest commercial plane — has taken flight once again in the Microsoft Flight Simulator program. The game has already resurrected lots of historical aircraft in its virtual skies, but this one’s a little special.
Continue Reading By Colin McCullough and Amanda Jackson, CNN A Lufthansa flight traveling from Texas to Germany was diverted to Virginia’s Washington Dulles International Airport on Wednesday evening because of turbulence that left some passengers injured, an airport spokesperson said. Lufthansa Flight 469, which took off from Austin, experienced “significant turbulence” and landed safely at Dulles, Metropolitan
Continue Reading By Greg Wallace, Holmes Lybrand and Hannah Rabinowitz, CNN Federal agents arrested a Pennsylvania man this week after he allegedly tried to bring explosives in his suitcase on a flight from Lehigh Valley International Airport to Florida. Marc Muffley, 40, faces two charges, according to a federal complaint, including possession of an explosive in an
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