By Maureen O’Hare, CNN (CNN) — Happy Independence Day to our readers in the USA! We’re celebrating at CNN Travel with the launch of our list of America’s 10 Best Towns to Visit for 2026. While this weekend is hotter than many of us might like (stay safe if your region’s being hit hard by
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CNN By Maureen O’Hare, CNN (CNN) — Happy Independence Day to our readers in the USA! We’re celebrating at CNN Travel with the launch of our list of America’s 10 Best Towns to Visit for 2026. While this weekend is hotter than many of us might like (stay safe if your region’s being hit hard
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By Alli Rosenbloom, Zoe Sottile, CNN (CNN) — In the end, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s marriage was announced to the world like something out of one of her music videos: Billboards outside of Madison Square Garden lit up in purple with the message “JUST&T MARRIED” announcing the news to those on the streets of
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CNN By Alli Rosenbloom, Zoe Sottile, CNN (CNN) — In the end, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s marriage was announced to the world like something out of one of her music videos: Billboards outside of Madison Square Garden lit up in purple with the message “JUST&T MARRIED” announcing the news to those on the streets
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By CNN Staff It’s official! Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married, a representative for Swift has announced, and their longtime friend Adam Sandler officiated the wedding. The superstar couple’s wedding celebration is underway at New York’s Madison Square Garden with a star-studded ceremony and reception. While it’s unclear exactly how the celebrations look, the
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By Joe Yogerst (CNN) — Nature is a master at transforming water, woods, stone and even ice into awe-inspiring landscapes. Yet manmade creations also count among America’s most stunning spaces. And when the two converge — those rare places where human civilization actually complements what nature created — it’s absolute magic. While beauty is often
Continue Reading By Rachel Tashjian, CNN (CNN) — As Wimbledon began this week, Japanese tennis player Naomi Osaka made an entrance in the high style that has become her signature: an elaborate robe by Tokyo-based designer Hana Yagi, made from vintage kimonos and bridal gowns, over a white Nike tennis dress. The designer said the one-two look
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By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Tens of thousands of people are expected to flock to New Orleans this weekend to bask in the glory of Black excellence. The crowd — mostly women — will hear Michelle Obama speak and watch performances by the likes of Cardi B and Patti LaBelle. They’ll fellowship, shop
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CNN By Zoe Sottile, Alli Rosenbloom, Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN (CNN) — Yes, it’s really happening. But what exactly is it? After months of speculation and tabloid fervor, pop star Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce will hold a wedding celebration at New York City’s Madison Square Garden this week, two sources
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By Jack Guy, CNN (CNN) — Singer Victor Willis, front man of disco group the Village People, died Tuesday at age 74. “It is with profound sadness that I must announce the death of my husband,” a post on his official Facebook page published Wednesday reads. “Victor passed away on Tuesday June 30, 2026 as
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By Sam Peters, CNN London (CNN) — When the British royal family ramps up the pomp and pageantry to mark moments of national importance, Buckingham Palace often provides the perfect backdrop. But it has also been the official London residence of the sovereign since 1837. Queen Victoria was the first monarch to live in Buckingham
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CNN By Zoe Sottile, Alli Rosenbloom, Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN (CNN) — Yes, it’s really happening. After months of speculation and tabloid fervor, pop star Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce will hold a wedding celebration at New York City’s Madison Square Garden this week, two sources told CNN on Tuesday. The
Continue Reading By Zoe Sottile, Alli Rosenbloom, Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN (CNN) — Yes, it’s really happening. But what exactly is it? After months of speculation and tabloid fervor, pop star Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce will hold a wedding celebration at New York City’s Madison Square Garden this week, two sources told
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By Gloria Pazmino, Mark Morales, Zoe Sottile, CNN (CNN) — The highly anticipated wedding celebration for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce is expected to take place at Madison Square Garden this week, two sources familiar with the plans told CNN Tuesday. The sources described plans for two events at the iconic arena in midtown Manhattan.
Continue Reading By Lianne Kolirin, CNN (CNN) — Paying passengers have been welcomed aboard the United Arab Emirates’ first national rail service as the initial phase of a long-awaited express train network that will eventually connect 11 cities across the region opened to the public. The first service to run in the Middle Eastern country left Fujairah
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By T.M. Brown, CNN (CNN) — Norwegian striker Erling Haaland is used to attention. He’s six foot five inches with shoulder-length blonde hair that loudly gestures towards his Viking pedigree. He is also among the best soccer players in the world and has led his country’s men’s team to its first FIFA World Cup appearance
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By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Since releasing her fifth album in early June, the pop star Lizzo has been on something of a tear. After reaching eye-watering success with hits like “Truth Hurts” and “About Damn Time,” the four-time Grammy winner’s latest effort has dropped with a thud, reportedly streaming under a million
Continue Reading By Leah Dolan, CNN Paris (CNN) — During a suffocating heatwave that took hold of countries across Europe last week, temperatures in Paris hit dangerously high levels — closing landmarks, breaking trains and driving up a heat-related death toll. Still, a surprising number of attendees at the city’s bi-annual Men’s Fashion Week proved their commitment
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By Leah Asmelash, CNN (CNN) — Soccer jerseys! Who doesn’t have one? Olivia Rodrigo partnered with Spotify for a now sold-out throwback FC Barcelona jersey stamped with her bubbly monogram over the red and blue vertical stripes. The Gap has two limited-edition summer collections featuring jerseys inspired by “football culture,” while Nike has two collections
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By David Mack (CNN) — As fans of Christopher Nolan eagerly await the July 17 release of his take on “The Odyssey,” a different kind of enthusiast is also bristling with anticipation: scholars and other devotees of the ancient world. At universities and high schools across the globe, classics teachers have been preparing for what
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