By Scott McLean and Umut Sevdi Tangor, CNN Edirne, Turkey (CNN) — Under a pop-up tent on a sunbeaten patch of grass, a shirtless Cengizhan Koca is bent over a pair of black leather pants in prayer. But more than just prayer alone is needed to wriggle into the stiff-looking trousers emblazoned with his family
Continue Reading By Kathleen Magramo, CNN Buscalan, Philippines (CNN) — The first sound I heard upon reaching Buscalan was that of heaving and panting. A group of us had just completed a steep climb to the remote village, which is tucked deep into the undulating mountains of the Philippines’ Kalinga province. But, like me, my fellow travelers
Continue Reading By Martha Zhou, CNN Beijing (CNN) — The world’s largest indoor ice and snow theme park has officially opened its doors to the public, giving visitors to the city of Harbin in northeast China a chance to feel wintery temperatures year-round. The country’s northernmost metropolis, Harbin is the capital of Heilongjiang province. Also known as
Continue Reading By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — Kate Beckinsale is revealing a little more about what led to her hospitalization earlier this year. The “Underworld” star opened up about her health scare in an unlikely forum – the comments of her verified Instagram while replying to haters and well-wishers alike. After one Instagram user left an
Continue Reading By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — Lena Dunham is no longer toying around with a movie about Polly Pocket. The “Girls” star revealed in a new interview with the New Yorker published on Tuesday that she is no longer attached to the “Polly Pocket” film from Mattel, after working on a script for three years.
Continue Reading By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Gypsy Rose Blanchard, who served eight and a half years for helping to kill her abusive mother, announced Tuesday that she is set to become a mother herself. Blanchard shared the news on social media that and her ex-fiancé, Ken Urker, are expecting their first child. “We’re both
Continue Reading By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Joe Bonsall, who left the legendary singing group The Oak Ridge Boys after 50 years in January due to a neuromuscular disorder, has died, his management team announced Tuesday. He was 76. Bonsall died from complications of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), according to his representatives. The degenerative nervous
Continue Reading By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — “Longlegs” isn’t even in theaters yet, but it’s already scaring up excitement. Early reviews on Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic show box office promise for the horror thriller set to open this weekend. For those who don’t find real life frightening enough, here’s what to know about the movie:
Continue Reading By Marianne Garvey, CNN (CNN) — Prepare for an epic battle. The first trailer for “Gladiator II” has arrived. The sequel to Ridley Scott’s 2000 blockbuster stars Paul Mescal, who takes over for Russell Crowe. Mescal plays Lucius, son of Lucilla, played by Connie Nielsen and the late Lucius Verus. He is also the nephew
Continue Reading By Marianne Garvey, CNN (CNN) — Joey King loved Zac Efron before she ever worked with him. The actress was a guest on “The Tonight Show” this week, where she revealed she once had a major crush on her “A Family Affair” costar. “I love him. I grew up with his face on everything I
Continue Reading By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — It’s a role actor Alec Baldwin presumably never wanted: Defendant. Baldwin will stand trial in New Mexico beginning this week. He has pleaded not guilty to a charge of involuntary manslaughter in the 2021 death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, who was shot on set as Baldwin and others were
Continue Reading By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Heather Morris “can’t believe it’s been 4 years” since the death of her friend and “Glee” costar Naya Rivera. Morris shared a post on Instagram on the anniversary of Rivera’s passing. The “Glee” star was found drowned six days after going missing during a boat ride with her
Continue Reading By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Susan Lucci is tending to her heart. The “All My Children” star spoke with “Entertainment Tonight” about coping with heart disease and the loss of her husband, Helmut Huber, in 2022. The couple married in 1969 and while she understands that love after loss is possible, Lucci said
Continue Reading By Jack Guy, CNN (CNN) — Visitors to Copenhagen who engage in environmentally-friendly activities such as litter picking or traveling on public transport could be rewarded with free food, cultural experiences and tours as part of a new pilot program. The CopenPay trial scheme, which runs between July 15 and August 11, involves “transforming green
Continue Reading Silvia Marchetti, CNN (CNN) — Most people buying cheap houses in Italy are simply attracted by the idea of paying a bargain price for the opportunity to escape to somewhere warmer that has better food. But what if it could also help you live longer? That was the thinking for Bingwa Thomas, 72, originally from
Continue Reading By Kathleen Magramo, CNN Hong Kong (CNN) — Budget airline HK Express has apologized after two blind passengers alleged its crew removed them from a flight citing safety concerns, in an ordeal that left them feeling “insulted and embarrassed.” Passengers Andy Chui, 34, and John Li, 27, were booked for an afternoon flight from Hong
Continue Reading By Heather Chen, CNN (CNN) — In the mood for silkworm satay? Or how about nasi lemak served up with some crispy crickets on the side? Singapore’s state food agency has approved 16 species of edible insects for sale and consumption in the country, according to a July 8 public circular addressed to food traders. “With
Continue Reading By Marianne Garvey, CNN (CNN) — Kathryn Hahn is back as Agatha Harkness. Hahn appears in the first trailer for the Disney+ series “Agatha All Along,” a spinoff of Marvel’s “WandaVision.” Hahn reprises the role and is left without powers after she’s broken from a spell. Also starring in the series are Aubrey Plaza, Patti
Continue Reading By Elizabeth Wagmeister and Cheri Mossburg, CNN (CNN) — In a significant victory for the defense, Alec Baldwin’s role as a producer on the movie “Rust” will not be considered in his involuntary manslaughter trial for the 2021 shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer made the ruling during a motions hearing
Continue Reading By Marianne Garvey, CNN (CNN) — Brad Pitt is a former race car driver “lured back” to the sport in the first look at “F1.” The teaser debuted during the Formula 1 British Grand Prix on July 7, which Pitt was in attendance for. The film follows Pitt as a former racer who wants back
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