By Andy Rose, CNN Actor Michael Constantine, best-known for playing the proud father in the hit movie “My Big Fat Greek Wedding,” died last week, his agent told CNN. He was 94 years old. Constantine was a busy character actor for five decades, winning an Emmy for his role as school principal Seymour Kaufman in
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By Nicquel Terry Ellis and Chandelis Duster, CNN A towering statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee was removed in Richmond, Virginia, on Wednesday, adding to a growing list of Confederate symbols that have been taken down across the country since George Floyd’s death sparked a nationwide reckoning with police brutality and racism. The removal
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By Kristina Sgueglia and Carolyn Sung, CNN The annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will be a lot more like its old self in 2021, with a return to a more traditional route and the public lining the streets of Manhattan to watch. What will be different from the long string of pre-pandemic parades: Face masks
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By Chloe Melas, CNN After Britney Spears’ father petitioned to end her 13-year conservatorship earlier this month, her attorney declared victory and called it “vindication” for the singer. So, is her legal battle now over? Not quite. Returning to court The next hearing in the case is scheduled for Sept. 29 at the Los Angeles
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Francesca Street, CNN It was already world-famous thanks to its striking red-hued bridge, drool-worthy restaurant scene and booming tech industry — and now San Francisco has been crowned the “world’s best” city, according to Time Out. The international media brand deployed its network of editors from across the world — as well as surveying some
Continue Reading Francesca Street, CNN It was already world-famous thanks to its striking red-hued bridge, drool-worthy restaurant scene and booming tech industry — and now San Francisco has been crowned the “world’s best” city, according to Time Out. The international media brand deployed its network of editors from across the world — as well as surveying some
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By Lisa Respers France, CNN Thank you, Steve Burns for cluing us in on what happened when you left “Blues Clues.” The original host of the popular 1990s Nickelodeon series appears in a video posted Tuesday to the Nick Jr. verified Twitter account. In honor of the show’s 25th anniversary, Burns talks about his decision
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By David Williams, CNN The Carnival Glory cruise ship will house hospital staff, first responders and other emergency workers in New Orleans to help with recovery efforts after Hurricane Ida. The cruise line announced Monday that it had made an agreement with the city and the Federal Emergency Management Agency to provide the ship through
Continue Reading By David Williams, CNN The Carnival Glory cruise ship will house hospital staff, first responders and other emergency workers in New Orleans to help with recovery efforts after Hurricane Ida. The cruise line announced Monday that it had made an agreement with the city and the Federal Emergency Management Agency to provide the ship through
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By Alaa Elassar, CNN It’s a Christmas Eve gift! Actress Olivia Munn and comedian John Mulaney have shared the first glimpse of their baby, who is now 1 month old. Munn posted an Instagram photo showing baby Malcolm wearing a blue beanie and swaddled in a fluffy blanket as he sleeps. “My Golden Ox baby.
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By Chloe Melas, CNN Janet Jackson has just released a teaser for her upcoming two-part documentary. The singer posted the short clip on her Instagram page with the caption, “Hey u guys. Excited to share the first teaser of my new documentary with u.” “This is my story told by me, not through someone else’s
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By Marianne Garvey, CNN Bob Odenkirk is letting fans know he’s doing well and is back to work on “Better Call Saul.” The actor took to Twitter from the makeup chair on set, writing, “Back to work on Better Call Saul! So happy to be here and living this specific life surrounded by such good
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By Lisa Respers France, CNN Congratulations are in order for John Mulaney and Olivia Munn. The former “Saturday Night Live” announced Tuesday during an appearance on “Late Night with Seth Meyers” that he and Munn are expecting a baby. Mulaney broke the news after Meyers pointed out that the comedian has “had a year.” “I
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By Lisa Respers France, CNN An Olympian, a “Bachelor” and an influencer will try to dance their way to your votes. The new cast for Season 30 of “Dancing With the Stars” was announced on “Good Morning America” Wednesday morning, and the reality competition kept with its usual formula of fan faves and headline makers.
Continue Reading By Lisa Respers France, CNN Thank you, Steve Burns for cluing us in on what happened when you left “Blues Clues.” The original host of the popular 1990s Nickelodeon series appears in a video posted Tuesday to the Nick Jr. verified Twitter account. In honor of the show’s 25th anniversary, Burns talks about his decision
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By Marianne Garvey, CNN “The Matrix” is back with a first look at the fourth installment of the movie franchise. An interactive website called WhatIsTheMatrix.com has launched, offering fans a sneak peek at footage from the film. But it comes with a catch. Visitors to the site are faced with choices that will determine what
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Francesca Street, CNN Twenty years ago, Nick Marson and Diane Kirschke were strangers on board Continental Airlines flight 5 traveling from London Gatwick to Houston, Texas. Four hours or so into the flight, the pilot came over the intercom and announced the airplane would be diverting to Newfoundland, Canada. “There are problems in US airspace,”
Continue Reading Francesca Street, CNN Twenty years ago, Nick Marson and Diane Kirschke were strangers on board Continental Airlines flight 5 traveling from London Gatwick to Houston, Texas. Four hours or so into the flight, the pilot came over the intercom and announced the airplane would be diverting to Newfoundland, Canada. “There are problems in US airspace,”
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By Jack Guy, CNN A turtle heading into the sea, a volcanic eruption and a spectacular sunset feature among the winners of the Drone Photo Awards 2021. The overall winner is an image of thousands of pink-footed geese flying over snowy ground by Norwegian photographer Terje Kolaas, announced the Siena Awards, the international festival of
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By Richard Quest and Joe Minihane, CNN It’s Spain’s Mediterranean escape, a place that for decades has been the go-to spot for jet setters, party lovers and package vacationers keen to let their hair down and enjoy sun, sea and sand in abundance. Yet as in so many famous tourist destinations across Europe, the Costa
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