In a remote corner of Asia, one of the world’s oldest cities continues to awe visitors
By Ulrike Lemmin-Woolfrey, CNN (CNN) — Samarkand. It’s a name that rolls off the tongue, conjuring up images of adventure, exploration and…
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‘The Crown’ loses more of its luster as its final season turns to Princess Diana
Review by Brian Lowry, CNN (CNN) — Blame it on the subject matter, or perhaps merely the difference between more recent events and decades-old…
Continue ReadingSub-Saharan Africa just hit 100 World Heritage Sites. UNESCO says that’s not enough
By Tom Page, CNN (CNN) — Supporters of Africa’s cultural and natural heritage recently had cause to celebrate. At the 45th session of the…
Continue ReadingFind out why this garden has been named ‘the most beautiful in Japan’ for 20+ years
By Lilit Marcus, CNN Shimane, Japan (CNN) — In Japan, gardening isn’t just a hobby – it’s an art form with spiritual significance. But…
Continue Reading‘Jaws’ movie poster illustrator Roger Karl Kastel has died at 92
By Raja Razek (CNN) — An iconic artist with over 1,000 illustrations – including movie posters for the movies “Jaws” and “The Empire…
Continue ReadingGwyneth Paltrow’s ski accident trial has inspired a London musical
By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — We “wish you well,” The Pleasance & Awkward Productions. The London-based production company is…
Continue ReadingJimmy Kimmel returning to host 2024 Academy Awards
By Dan Heching, CNN (CNN) — Jimmy Kimmel is returning to host the Academy Awards again, the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences…
Continue ReadingKevin Hart to receive the 25th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Kevin Hart is set to receive one of the most prestigious awards in the world of comedy. He will be…
Continue ReadingKim Kardashian is GQ’s Man of the Year
By Marianne Garvey, CNN (CNN) — Kim Kardashian is the man. The reality star and entrepreneur has been named one of GQ’s Men of the Year, she…
Continue ReadingTrans activist Raquel Willis is in full bloom
By Leah Asmelash, CNN (CNN) — Raquel Willis has spent more than a decade working as both a journalist and activist for Black and LGBTQ people,…
Continue ReadingWoman makes record-breaking wig longer than seven Olympic swimming pools
By Jack Guy, CNN (CNN) — A woman from Lagos, Nigeria, has entered the record books after weaving a handmade wig that measures 351.28 meters…
Continue ReadingJennifer Aniston, Lisa Kudrow and David Schwimmer remember ‘brother’ Matthew Perry
By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — “Friends” cast members Jennifer Aniston, Lisa Kudrow and David Schwimmer have added heartfelt…
Continue ReadingTaylor Swift makes surprise appearance on ‘Dancing with the Stars’
By Marianne Garvey, CNN (CNN) — Taylor Swift is everywhere these days. The superstar singer appeared via video on “Dancing with the Stars”…
Continue ReadingMost expensive Ferrari ever auctioned fetches $51.7 million
By Jack Guy, CNN (CNN) — A 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO has sold for $51.705 million, becoming the most expensive car from the Italian manufacturer…
Continue ReadingBruce Willis’ wife finding new hope and joy in the ‘small things’
By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Emma Heming Willis is opening up about being a caregiver for her husband Bruce Willis. In an essay she…
Continue Reading‘Napoleon’ saddles up Joaquin Phoenix to lead the charge in Ridley Scott’s chilly epic
Review by Brian Lowry, CNN (CNN) — Ridley Scott’s storied career has included directing great (“Gladiator”) and not-so-great (“Kingdom…
Continue Reading‘David Holmes: The Boy Who Lived’ puts spotlight on paralyzed ‘Harry Potter’ stuntman
Review by Brian Lowry, CNN (CNN) — “David Holmes: The Boy Who Lived” operates on so many levels it’s hard to sort this HBO documentary…
Continue ReadingLook of the Week: ‘Succession’ star Brian Cox is no longer dressing for the boardroom
By Leah Dolan, CNN (CNN) — In the five years Brian Cox played vitriolic media mogul Logan Roy in HBO’s boardroom drama “Succession,”…
Continue ReadingAn aviation-loving kid posed by an airplane in 1999. Over 20 years later, she recreated the photo
By Francesca Street, CNN (CNN) — When Gloria Fila was a kid, airplanes were a home away from home. The daughter of an Austrian Airlines flight…
Continue ReadingTravis Kelce sings on brother’s Christmas song
By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Taylor Swift might literally be able to make sweet music with Travis Kelce. The Kansas City Chiefs tight…
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