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Before his death, Carter told his son, Chip, “I’m only trying to make it to vote for Kamala Harris,” according to reporting from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. In October 2024, he cast his last vote via absentee ballot. President-elect Donald Trump “Those of us who have been fortunate to have served as President understand this is
Wicked is easily one of the biggest hits of the holiday season, and one of the most successful films of 2024. Both Broadway enthusiasts and casual moviegoers have flocked to see this whimsical retelling of the stage musical, translated by director Jon M. Chu and led by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. We gave it
Nandi Bushell put her drum skills to the test, recreating Karen Carpenter’s legendary cover of “Dancing in the Street” that was recorded during a 1960s television appearance. The original clip saw a young Karen Carpenter — just a few years older than Bushell is now — performing as part of a trio during a studio-audience talk show.
Lala Kent is refusing to let her breast milk go to waste … even if it means consuming the liquid gold herself. The “Vanderpump Rules” alum confessed she put her excess breast milk in her coffee after she had nowhere to put it while recording a recent episode of Amanda Hirsch‘s “Not Skinny But Not
We independently evaluate all recommended products and services. Any products or services put forward appear in no particular order. if you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Trench Coat Showers aren’t the only issue when winter thaws to spring. In December, it’s fine to bundle up. But unexpected sunshine soon turns that
Nestled in the Cumbrian village of Orton is Linden Barn – a beautiful 3-bedroom property lovingly converted by owners Fiona and Brian who live next door. Available through Rural Retreats, it was renovated in 2020 and is idyllically situated with easy access to both the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District National Parks. The welcome Linden
For design and architecture aficionados, LUXUO revisits the standout moments of the year, spanning architecture, interior design, furniture innovation, and tributes to design legends we have lost. These milestones have left an enduring impression on the global design community. As 2024 draws to a close, it will be remembered as a pivotal year of progress
Personal finances are top of mind for many households as they get set to ring in the new year. About 38% of Americans ranked financial stability as their No. 1 focus area for 2025, according to a recent Allianz Life survey. CNBC reached out to certified financial planners on its Financial Advisor Council to list
For decades, Art Cashin, UBS’ director of floor operations at the New York Stock Exchange, would write a New Year’s poem to reflect back on the year’s events. With Cashin’s passing earlier this month, his sons, Arthur and Peter, sent this homage to their father: Some Other Cashins’ Comments: An Homage PresentationDecember 30, 2024 by
A Year of Unexpected Departures 2024 marked a seismic shift in the fashion industry as several prominent creative directors departed from their respective houses, including Virginie Viard at Chanel, Matthew M. Williams at Givenchy, and John Galliano at Maison Margiela. When it comes to eponymous labels, recent years have seen Tom Ford and Raf Simons
In prolific author-illustrator and Walt Disney animator Benson Shum’s colorful, upbeat new book We Are Lion Dancers, Lunar New Year is fast approaching, and siblings Lily and Noah are lucky enough to learn about and celebrate this festive Chinese tradition. The adorable duo’s curiosity is piqued when, after kung fu class, they encounter two lion
Image Credit: AFP via Getty Images Former President Donald Trump and writer E. Jean Carroll have been in a legal battle since November 2019, when Carroll filed a defamation lawsuit against Trump following his public denials of her sexual assault allegations. Trump then appealed the 2023 civil jury verdict that found him liable for sexually
UPDATED: Paramount’s Sonic The Hedgehog 3 is off and running overseas, where the threequel officially began rollout on Wednesday after last week’s sizable previews. Through Sunday, and with previews included, the little critter has amassed $74M from 52 offshore markets. That lifts the global tally to $211.5M; recall that Sonic started domestically last session. Overall,
Alabama Barker is regretting her past use of vape pens … she had a medical scare involving nicotine withdrawal which recently saw her rushed to an L.A.-area hospital … TMZ has learned. Sources familiar with the situation tell TMZ … Travis Barker and Shanna Moakler‘s daughter was an occasional vaper … that is until she
You’ve seen all kinds of other best-of lists for 2024, but you haven’t seen them done TV Fanatic style! For us and you, the enjoyment factor is paramount. What is entertainment if it ticks all of the critical boxes but offers very little pleasure? (TV Fanatic) Our current team, including Carissa Pavlica, Jack Ori, Jasmine
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Singita Recently opened in October 2024 as the latest addition to Singita’s villa portfolio, Singita Kilima is an exclusive-use villa designed for families or groups of friends seeking opportunities for reflection and connection with nature. Accommodating up to 10 guests in five suites, the villa features a blend of modern aesthetics and earthy, natural textures
The wreckage of the Jeju Air aircraft that went off the runway and crashed lies at Muan International Airport, in Muan, South Korea, December 30, 2024. Kim Hong-ji | Reuters Aviation experts are questioning the role of an airport design that positioned a mound of dirt and a concrete wall past the end of a
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Descrease article font size Increase article font size An Argentine judge confirmed charges against five people in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction, and ordered preventive prison for two of them for having supplied him with drugs. A judicial officer confirmed Monday the judge’s decision and
Critics and audiences may have loved Zendaya’s performance in Dune Part Two. However, we can’t ignore the style choices she and stylist Law Roach came up with to further promote the sci-fi flick. After finding out all of the intense issues that went on when Zendaya wore a viral cyborg-looking suit at the Dune 2
James Earl “Jimmy” Carter Jr., the 39th president of the United States, has died, the Carter Center announced. He had been in hospice care since February 2023, and his wife, Rosalynn Carter, died in November 2023. The former president was 100 years old. “My father was a hero, not only to me but to everyone
Paige DeSorbo and her longtime boyfriend Craig Conover are officially through … breaking up after three years of dating. The “Southern Charm” star and influencer announced the news on her “Giggly Squad” podcast … saying in no uncertain terms that the two are no longer together — and, she really wasn’t expecting it to end.
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Janet Yellen, U.S. Treasury secretary, on a tour of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) in Vienna, Virginia, on Jan. 8, 2024. Valerie Plesch/Bloomberg via Getty Images An upcoming Treasury Department deadline for millions of small businesses to fulfill a new reporting requirement on “beneficial ownership information” was delayed again, following a court order that
Makings of the RIMOWA Original bag.(RIMOWA) When duralumin was first discovered by German metallurgist Alfred Wilm in the early 1900s, no one could have predicted that the aluminium alloy would change the course of aviation. And certainly none could have foreseen it becoming the hallmark of a German brand for decades to come. Successfully claiming
In Old Crimes and Other Stories, Jill McCorkle’s characters face moments of reckoning and work to make sense of the past. A father has trouble connecting with his daughter and adjusting to the digital era in “The Lineman.” In “Confessional,” a husband and wife buy an antique confessional for their house—a purchase that leads to
Jimmy Carter left office in 1981 one of the least popular U.S. presidents ever. He died Sunday, at the age of 100, according to his son, James E. Carter III, as one of the most popular ex-presidents ever. Indeed, he redefined the role. Carter’s predecessor, the never-actually-elected Gerald Ford, was Exhibit A of the previous
Robert Eggers Nosferatu from Focus Features sank its teeth into the Christmas box office. With James Mangold’s A Complete Unknown – Searchlight Pictures’ top-grossing film since it was acquired by Disney in 2019 – they ushered in a heady post-Covid moment for indie films at no. 3 and 5 at the domestic box office. Yes,
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