By Marianne Garvey Not long ago, Gwenyth Todebush began using morning affirmations to help encourage her 5-year-old son, Clark, to get out the door in the morning and off to kindergarten. The transition to in-person school in Michigan was hard on him, Todebush tells CNN, since the pandemic had kept him home for so many
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By Scottie Andrew, CNN The first Super Soul Party in 2017 was a largely impromptu affair, designed to make sure a few folks experiencing homelessness could watch the biggest game of the year in comfort. Meir Kalmanson, dressed in Tom Brady’s New England Patriots jersey, invited men he met on New York sidewalks to a
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By Lisa Respers France, CNN The death of “Full House” star Bob Saget from a head injury is both a cautionary tale and a reminder that it’s happened before. On Wednesday, Saget’s family released a statement stating that authorities had “determined that Bob passed from head trauma.” “They have concluded that he accidentally hit the
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Review by Brian Lowry, CNN Designed to showcase Jennifer Lopez playing a character that could hardly be called a reach, “Marry Me” trades in the “meet cute” rom-com formula for “meet dumb.” Lopez still gets ample opportunities to sing a hummable soundtrack, but even within the genre’s parameters, the silly premise deals the movie a
Continue Reading Review by Brian Lowry, CNN Designed to showcase Jennifer Lopez playing a character that could hardly be called a reach, “Marry Me” trades in the “meet cute” rom-com formula for “meet dumb.” Lopez still gets ample opportunities to sing a hummable soundtrack, but even within the genre’s parameters, the silly premise deals the movie a
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By Lisa Respers France, CNN A plan for an affordable housing portion of a new development in Yellow Springs, Ohio has reportedly been scrapped after comedian Dave Chappelle added his voice to those opposing it. According to the Dayton Daily News, a plan for Oberer Homes can move forward, but without the affordable housing that
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By Stella Chan, CNN Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong’s stolen classic car was recovered this week in Southern California, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department. Last week, Armstrong tweeted photos of his beloved ride and pleaded for any info regarding its return. “My car was STOLEN 1962 Chevy II,” tweeted Armstrong. “This car
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Sara Spary, CNN Sotheby’s has sold 200 pairs of sneakers designed by the late Virgil Abloh for a “record breaking” collective $25.3 million, the auction house said Wednesday — more than eight times the initial $3 million estimate. The special edition Louis Vuitton and Nike “Air Force 1” sneakers were designed for the Louis Vuitton
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By Jack Guy, CNN An entire golf resort, four-star hotel and nearly 200 houses must be destroyed after being built in a protected natural area, Spain’s highest court has ruled, following a 14-year legal battle. The luxury Marina Isla de Valdecañas development, which features 185 villas, a four-star hotel and an artificial beach, should be
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By Marianne Garvey It’s back to the “Futurama.” A decade after it ended, the animated series has been revived for a 20-episode run on Hulu. Original stars Billy West and Katey Sagal will return, along with Tress MacNeille, Maurice LaMarche, Lauren Tom, Phil LaMarr and David Herman. Matt Groening of “The Simpsons” and David X.
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By Lisa Respers France, CNN Kim Kardashian has made a shift. In a recently published interview with Vogue, the reality star and mogul explained that “For so long, I did what made other people happy.” “And I think in the last two years I decided, I’m going to make myself happy,” she said. “And that
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By Chloe Melas, CNN Snoop Dogg is officially in charge at Death Row Records. The announcement that the rapper has acquired the label came Wednesday It’s a sentimental move, considering Death Row Records launched his career in the ’90s with his debut album “Doggystyle.” “I am thrilled and appreciative of the opportunity to acquire the
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Julia Buckley, CNN It may be a new year, but there’s no new behavior when it comes to unruly passengers in the skies. Since 2022 began, we’ve seen a transatlantic flight turned around because of a mask dispute, another plane turning back due to disruptive passengers on a long-haul flight, and partying passengers stranded in
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Oscar Holland, CNN Archaeologists have uncovered over 18,000 pieces of pottery inscribed with details of life in ancient Egypt — including lines written as punishment by badly behaved students. The 2,000-year-old fragments also included receipts, school texts, trade information and lists of names, according to researchers at Germany’s University of Tübingen, which carried out the
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By Amy Simonson, Aya Elamroussi, Tina Burnside and Kate Conerly, CNN A Florida judge on Wednesday granted a temporary injunction blocking the release of additional records related to the death investigation of actor and comedian Bob Saget. The judge’s decision comes after Saget’s family filed a lawsuit Tuesday to block the release of certain records, citing
Continue Reading By David G. Allan, CNN Fans of “My Neighbor Totoro,” “Kiki’s Delivery Service,” and other films from the legendary Studio Ghibli, will have a new destination to add to their travel bucket list later this year. Ghibli Park, opening November 1 in Japan, will be a fever dream of a theme park for anyone who
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By Lisa Respers France, CNN Bob Saget, who was found dead in his Orlando, Florida hotel room last month, died from the result of a head trauma, according to a statement from his family. “The authorities have determined that Bob passed from head trauma. They have concluded that he accidentally hit the back of his
Continue Reading By Brian Lowry, CNN While some Oscar-nominated movies are still playing in theaters, odds are if you want to catch up on the nominees, you’ll be going to Streaming Land. Streaming services backed a number of movies that secured key nominations on Feb. 8, in advance of the 94th annual Oscars, which will be televised
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By Marianne Garvey, CNN Leave it to Dolly Parton to deliver the good news of the day. The legendary singer’s theme park, Dollywood, will begin paying full college tuition for all employees who choose to go. The company will also cover miscellaneous fees and textbooks. The education perk is available to employees starting on their
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Chris Dwyer, CNN Maybe you’d choose the white sands and turquoise waters of a deserted tropical beach. Perhaps it’s the lure of iconic cultural cities such as Paris, Venice or Istanbul. Then again, the call of the wild from a safari is a pretty special way to spend time with your beloved. Wherever you travel,
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