By Scottie Andrew, CNN (CNN) — A trip to the gas station usually warrants more of a hurried waddle to the bathroom than a commemorative TikTok. But most gas stations are not Buc-ee’s. The Texas-based (and Texas-supersized) gas and convenience store chain offers much more than a place to fuel up and grab a bag
Continue Reading By Heather Chen, CNN (CNN) — Indonesia has launched Southeast Asia’s first-ever bullet train, a high-speed rail line that will connect two of its largest cities. The $7.3 billion project, part of China’s Belt and Road infrastructure initiative and largely funded by Chinese state-owned firms, opened to the public on Monday following a series of
Continue Reading By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — When it comes to Arnold Schwarzenegger’s grandchildren and his love for animals, it turns out the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. Schwarzenegger – who is grandfather to daughter Katherine Schwarzenegger’s two children with Chris Pratt, Lyla and Eloise – says three-year-old Lyla is especially fond of his
Continue Reading Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — It’s not the diamonds or the pearls that make Beyoncé that girl, but fashion is a critical part of what’s made her Renaissance World Tour unforgettable. In celebration of her seventh album of the same name, Beyoncé’s first solo tour in seven years featured a wardrobe fit for a queen.
Continue Reading By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Jill Duggar is not giving up on her relationship with her father. The pair have been estranged since she and her husband Derick Dillard distanced themselves from the TLC reality TV franchise that made her family famous beginning with “19 Kids and Counting.” (TLC is owned by CNN’s
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By Kara Nelson, CNN (CNN) — When it comes to packing for a flight, some travelers are checking off an extra furry box on their carry-on checklist, and it’s not their sherpa blanket! While pets may seem odd on a packing list, fur buddies inside of travelers’ carry-on luggage are more common than you may
Continue Reading By Maureen O’Hare, CNN (CNN) — In travel news this week: Why now is the best time to visit Europe, which Caribbean islands to put on your wish list and the Nordic nation blazing a trail for digital passports. The future of travel tech Digital passports are here! But only if you’re a Finn flying
Continue Reading By Francesca Street, CNN (CNN) — Tracy Ferrell stared at the boarded up hotel in disbelief. It was definitely closed. Not only that, it looked like it hadn’t been open for months. “Okay, never mind,” thought Tracy. “It’s fine, we’ve got a plan B.” She turned to her friend Monique, who was standing by her
Continue Reading By Elissa Garay, CNN (CNN) — In today’s modern age, it might be fair to assume that science has decisively answered some of the bigger questions regarding the natural world – or at least those dependent upon sheer physical measurements. But one seemingly straightforward conclusion has continued to confound: Just what is the longest river
Continue Reading By Alex Rees, CNN (CNN) — Noelia Voigt of Utah was crowned the new Miss USA in Reno, Nevada, at the culmination of the 2023 pageant at the Grand Sierra Resort on Friday night, broadcast live on the CW Network. Savannah Gankiewicz of Hawaii placed as first-runner-up. Voigt, 23, beat out 50 other titleholders at
Continue Reading By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — Steven Tyler will have to wait a little bit longer to return to performing as he heals from a serious vocal cord injury. The singer, 75, has “fractured his larynx,” according to a statement posted to the verified Facebook page for his band Aerosmith. As a result, the band
Continue Reading By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Cardi B. came for the spicy wings and ended up sharing some “Who knew?” news. During an appearance on “First We Feast” released on Thursday, the rapper ate the hot wings while being interviewed. She covered her views on the extraterrestrial (she doesn’t believe in aliens), how she
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By Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN (CNN) — For almost three decades, the answer to “Who murdered Tupac Shakur?” has remained a mystery. Now, an arrest has been made in Las Vegas in connection with the legendary rapper’s 1996 killing, Las Vegas authorities announced Friday. Duane Keith Davis, aka “Keffe D,” was arrested Friday morning, Las Vegas
Continue Reading By Issy Ronald, CNN (CNN) — New analysis has identified the oldest shoes ever discovered in Europe, according to a study published this week in the journal Science Advances. The 22 woven sandals date from 6,000 years ago, radiocarbon analysis found in the study led by researchers at the Autonomous University of Barcelona and Alcalá
Continue Reading By Marianne Garvey, CNN (CNN) — Toby Keith is giving supporters an update on his health. The country star, who revealed in 2022 he was diagnosed with stomach cancer, said is he feeling “pretty good.” “It’s a little bit of a roller coaster. You get good days and, you know, you’re up and down, up
Continue Reading By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Mick Jagger’s eight children may not want to read this. In a recently published interview with the Wall Street Journal, the rocker discussed the business of the Rolling Stones as the band readies to release their first album of original material in 18 years. Jagger says that while
Continue Reading By Marianne Garvey, CNN (CNN) — Tom Sandoval revealed that he struggled with his mental health following his affair with fellow “Vanderpump Rules” castmate Rachel Leviss. Dubbed “Scandoval,” their relationship played out publicly when it was discovered Sandoval had been cheating on his partner of nine years, Ariana Madix, who also appeared on the Bravo
Continue Reading By Kim Davis, CNN (CNN) — It’s been nearly 20 years since I moved from New York to London. Yet, after all this time, I’m still learning what it means to be British. You would think that the transition from one English-speaking country to another would be pretty straightforward. In many ways it was, thanks
Continue Reading By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — It appears that everyone wants in on whatever is going on between Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift. Mark Cuban is the latest to comment. The owner of the Dallas Mavericks basketball team appeared on Thursday’s episode of ESPN’s “First Take” and had a message for Swift. “Taylor, sorry
Continue Reading Review by Brian Lowry, CNN (CNN) — After three superbly savage seasons, “The Boys” has graduated to the spinoffs stage, first with the animated shorts “Diabolical” and now “Gen V,” a supes-in-college series that’s every bit as nasty – in mostly good ways – as the flagship series. Cleverly drafting off the anchor show, this
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