How KFC became a Christmas tradition in Japan
Kate Springer, CNN Almost every year since she was a child, Hokkaido resident Naomi has looked forward to her family’s traditional Christmas…
Continue ReadingEntertainment
French ski resort becomes first in Europe to ban smoking
By Xiaofei Xu A red and white banning sign on top of a black burning cigarette — the universal non-smoking symbol — will be the new…
Continue ReadingAllison Holker Boss posts for the first time since husband tWitch’s death: ‘Oh how my heart aches’
By Dan Heching, CNN Allison Holker Boss shared a photo of herself with late husband Stephen “tWitch” Boss to Instagram on Wednesday, one…
Continue ReadingStrategies for getting where you want to go for the holidays
By Forrest Brown and Marnie Hunter, CNN Thousands of Thursday and Friday flights have already been canceled as holiday travelers try to make their…
Continue Reading‘Puss in Boots: The Last Wish’ lands on its feet with a long-delayed sequel
Review by Brian Lowry, CNN Coming 11 years after his first movie and 18 after his introduction in the “Shrek” franchise, “Puss in…
Continue Reading‘Puss in Boots: The Last Wish’ lands on its feet with a long-delayed sequel
CNN Review by Brian Lowry, CNN Coming 11 years after his first movie and 18 after his introduction in the “Shrek” franchise, “Puss…
Continue ReadingJohn Mayer reveals inspiration for ‘Your Body Is a Wonderland’
By Lisa Respers France, CNN John Mayer has put to rest the theory that “Your Body Is A Wonderland” is about one of his former celebrity…
Continue ReadingNeed a new Christmas movie? Try these fun alternatives
By Dan Heching, CNN Most would agree: One of the best things about the holidays is downtime to cozy up on the couch with a cup of hot cocoa and watch…
Continue ReadingWhat to pack in your car to stay safe during severe winter weather
By Kristen Rogers, CNN If you’re ever stranded in your car because of a bad winter storm, being prepared can be the difference between survival…
Continue ReadingYou’re trapped in a blizzard. Do you know what to do next to survive?
CNN By Forrest Brown, CNN Warm thoughts of young romance — not the cold, harsh possibilities of a Midwestern road trip in winter — were…
Continue ReadingZachary Levi shoots down ‘Shazam!’ speculation
By Lisa Respers France, CNN Don’t worry about Zachary Levi. The star took to social media to clear up speculation that he’s in danger of…
Continue ReadingJamie Lopez, ‘Super Sized Salon’ star, dead at 37
By Lisa Respers France, CNN Jamie Lopez, whose Babydoll Beauty Salon was featured in the WeTV reality series, “Super Sized Salon,” has…
Continue ReadingJohn Krasinski returns as ‘Jack Ryan’ after 3-year wait
By Marianne Garvey, CNN John Krasinski is back as Jack Ryan. His returns comes three years after the last season in the Amazon Prime series,…
Continue ReadingAlicia Silverstone poses nude for PETA
By Marianne Garvey Alicia Silverstone is going nude in the name of animals. The actress stars in a PETA campaign against the use of leather with the…
Continue ReadingElizabeth Hurley hits out at British Airways after being ‘stranded’ in Antigua
By Toyin Owoseje, CNN Hollywood actress Elizabeth Hurley has warned fans to “avoid flying,” saying she was left “stranded” at…
Continue ReadingRumer Willis is expecting her first child
By Lisa Respers France, CNN The Willis-Moore clan is getting ready to welcome a new member. Actress/singer Rumer Willis announced Tuesday on her…
Continue Reading10 new train journeys for 2023
Ben Jones, CNN While governments prevaricate over climate change measures, millions of travelers worldwide have been voting with their feet and…
Continue ReadingWinter solstice 2022: Shortest day of the year is long on pagan mysteries
By Forrest Brown, CNN For the past six months, the days have grown shorter and the nights have grown longer in the Northern Hemisphere. But…
Continue Reading18 of Asia’s most underrated places
Lilit Marcus Comprising more than 40 countries, Asia can’t be summed up easily. The classics are classics for a reason — from the…
Continue ReadingA rare glimpse into the secretive world of sumo wrestling
Oscar Holland, CNN In one of photographer David Sharabani’s striking images, two sumo wrestlers face off beneath a roof resembling a Shinto…
Continue Reading