Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN There’s a well-known saying that everything is bigger in Texas. But so far, that hasn’t been the case for the state capital’s skyline. That could change soon, said Brad Wilkins of architecture firm HKS, during an interview with CNN. Wilkins has worked on some of the world’s tallest buildings — including
Continue Reading By Michelle Watson, CNN The parties involved in a lawsuit brought by an undisclosed woman accusing former “Saturday Night Live” star Horatio Sanz of sexual assault two decades ago have agreed to dismiss the case, according to court records from the Supreme Court of New York. The filing said “all claims asserted by Plaintiff Jane
Continue Reading Lianne Kolirin, CNN Conservators working at a castle in northwestern England have managed to rescue some unusual medieval stone carvings that were in danger of being destroyed by the elements. Built in 1092 by William II, Carlisle Castle was historically the most besieged castle in England, according to conservation charity English Heritage. In 1315, Scottish
Continue Reading By Lisa Respers France, CNN Jennifer Grey’s Frances “Baby” Houseman isn’t the only original “Dirty Dancing” character returning for the sequel. The actress told “Extra” that “Baby” will be joined by more characters from the 1987 hit film, though all “quite a few years older.” “I would say that you can count on it being
Continue Reading By Toyin Owoseje, CNN Celebrity personal trainer Eric Fleishman has died at the age of 53. The fitness personality, known as “Eric the Trainer,” died suddenly at his home in Glendale, California on Thanksgiving, his family announced Sunday in a post shared on his verified Instagram page. “We are heartbroken to share that Eric Phillip
Continue Reading Francesca Street, CNN Earlier this year, Gwendolyn Bruhn, 94, traveled from her home on the Hawaiian island of Oahu to the Hawaiian island of Maui to attend her great-granddaughter’s wedding. In the inter-island departure terminal at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu, Bruhn came face to face with an unexpected surprise. On the terminal
Continue Reading By Lisa Respers France, CNN Will Smith opened up to Trevor Noah about the now-famous slap at the Oscars in March during an appearance that aired Monday night on “The Daily Show.” While promoting his forthcoming film “Emancipation,” Smith called it “a horrific night” and said he “lost it” when he stormed the stage and
Continue Reading By Toyin Owoseje, CNN Clarence Gilyard, the actor best known for playing computer hacker Theo in “Die Hard” and naval flight officer Marcus “Sundown” Williams in “Top Gun,” has died at the age of 66. His death was announced on Monday in a statement from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), where he had
Continue Reading Parija Kavilanz, CNN Business | Lianne Kolirin, CNN and Toyin Owoseje, CNN Luxury fashion house Balenciaga is suing the production company behind its Spring 2023 ad campaign after paperwork about a Supreme Court ruling on child pornography was identified in one of the images. The label, which is already facing condemnation over a different campaign
Continue Reading By Dan Heching, CNN Helena Bonham Carter is coming to the defense of two fellow members of the “Harry Potter” universe. The actress, who played Bellatrix Lestrange in four of the “Harry Potter” films, spoke up in support of both author J.K. Rowling and “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” star Johnny Depp in
Continue Reading By Marianne Garvey Dua Lipa has been granted Albanian citizenship for spreading international awareness of Albania. Albanian President Bajram Begaj said Lipa, the daughter of Albanian immigrants, has made the country proud. “Happy to give the one and only Dua Lipa the decree of Albanian citizenship,” he said. “She has made us proud with her
Continue Reading By Sonya Hamasaki, CNN Jay Leno is returning to the comedy stage Sunday night, two weeks after sustaining significant burn injuries in a gasoline fire. The former “Tonight Show” host will perform in front of a sold-out crowd at the Comedy and Magic Club in Hermosa Beach, California, according to a spokesperson for the club.
Continue Reading Parija Kavilanz, CNN Business | Lianne Kolirin, CNN and Toyin Owoseje, CNN Luxury fashion house Balenciaga is suing the production company behind its Spring 2023 ad campaign after paperwork about a Supreme Court ruling on child pornography was identified in one of the images. The label, which is already facing condemnation over a different campaign
Continue Reading Toyin Owoseje, CNN Bob Dylan has apologized for an “error in judgment,” after it emerged that he used a machine to autograph special copies of his new book that had been advertised as “hand-signed.” Fans who paid $599 for one of 900 copies of the music legend’s new book “Philosophy of Modern Song” shared their
Continue Reading By Lianne Kolirin, CNN Fans of the TV blockbuster “Yellowstone” are in for a treat after Paramount + released a preview of the upcoming prequel “1923” — starring Harrison Ford and Oscar-winner Helen Mirren. The official trailer, which runs at 90 seconds long, promises high drama when the second installment of the “Yellowstone” origin story
Continue Reading By Lisa Respers France, CNN Jennifer Grey’s Frances “Baby” Houseman isn’t the only original “Dirty Dancing” character returning for the sequel. The actress told “Extra” that “Baby” will be joined by more characters from the 1987 hit film, though all “quite a few years older.” “I would say that you can count on it being
Continue Reading By Lisa Respers France, CNN If Pete Davidson and Emily Ratajkowski are trying to tamp down speculation they are dating, they aren’t going about it in the best way. The pair were spotted over the weekend sitting together at a New York Knicks basketball game. Neither has confirmed they are dating, but that belief has
Continue Reading By Lianne Kolirin, CNN Fans of the TV blockbuster “Yellowstone” are in for a treat after Paramount + released a preview of the upcoming prequel “1923” — starring Harrison Ford and Oscar-winner Helen Mirren. The official trailer, which runs at 90 seconds long, promises high drama when the second installment of the “Yellowstone” origin story
Continue Reading Toyin Owoseje, CNN Kim Kardashian says she is “re-evaluating” her working relationship with Balenciaga after the luxury fashion house featured children cuddling teddy bears dressed in bondage gear in its latest advertising campaign. The Skims founder and reality TV star, who has been an ambassador for the fashion label, broke her silence Sunday after receiving
Continue Reading By Amir Vera, Hannah Sarisohn, Kevin Dotson and Tina Burnside, CNN NFL free agent wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. was removed from a Los Angeles-bound American Airlines flight Sunday morning at Miami International Airport after refusing to comply with safety protocol, according to a statement from the Miami-Dade Police Department. Officers were notified of a
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