Misty Copeland is taking one last passionate spin on the ballet stage before saying goodbye.

A recent study of schoolchildren finds that the youngest students harbor the most germs.

Have you ever bought a new car then realized that a redesigned version of the car you just purchased just came out.

The director of the Louvre Museum has acknowledged a ″terrible failure″ at the Paris monument after a stunning daylight crown jewel heist.

During an annual fall event where giant elephants smash massive pumpkins, a baby elephant was too small to crush the largest gourds, which weigh around 1,000 pounds.

The Trump administration has agreed to resume student loan forgiveness for an estimated 2.5 million borrowers who are enrolled in certain in certain federal repayment plans following a lawsuit from the American Federation of Teachers.

Experts say France's royal jewels may be gone forever after a daring heist at the Louvre.

OpenAI has introduced its own web browser, ChatGPT Atlas, putting it in direct competition with Google.

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Wasted food is a financial and environmental bummer.

The British royal family is under intense scrutiny as Virginia Giuffre's memoir hits bookstores.

Giant, floating pumpkin races have drawn large crowds to the Oregon city of Tualatin.

Head Start programs that serve tens of thousands of the nation’s neediest preschoolers are facing a cutoff of federal funding at the end of the month because of the government shutdown.

Prince Andrew has renounced his titles, including Duke of York, after discussions with King Charles III.

The Louvre remained closed Monday after historic jewels were stolen in a daring daylight heist.

A study that upended medical practice by recommending feeding babies peanut products early to prevent allergies has had a big effect in the real world.

More women are defying traditional beauty standards and finding empowerment by going without hair on their heads.

London police are investigating whether Prince Andrew asked a police officer to find damaging information on Virginia Giuffre, who accused him of sexual assault.

Thieves have pulled off a daring heist at the Louvre, stealing priceless Napoleonic jewels.

It's been more than a decade since the last big ancient Egypt show at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Hospitals and doctors' offices are inviting singers and musicians to help patients manage their pain, as music's ability to reduce pain is gaining attention.

Jason Momoa prepared for his role in “Chief of War” with a personal language coach who lived with him for nearly a year.

Prince Andrew has been banished from the royal whirl after emails emerged this week showing that he had remained in contact with the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein longer than he previously admitted.

Jessie Reyez has had a busy year.

Kathryn Bigelow’s nuclear fallout thriller “A House of Dynamite” and albums from Brandi Carlile and Demi Lovato are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.

Sounds hard to believe, but a young Victoria Beckham was put in the back row at theater school for being too heavy.

OpenAI has announced that ChatGPT will soon engage in "erotica for verified adults."

Meta is adding parental controls to kids’ interactions with artificial intelligence chatbots — including the ability to turn off one-on-one chats with AI characters altogether.

In a story published Oct. 17, about teacher training in artificial intelligence tools, The Associated Press erroneously reported the title of Microsoft's Brad Smith.

Are investors really better off behind the velvet rope.

The Armani fashion house has appointed Giuseppe Marsocci as its new CEO following the death of its founder last month.

The U.S. is experiencing a significant hiring slowdown.

Michelle Obama is set to promote her upcoming book on fashion, “The Look,” through a special podcast series.

For many young Americans, deciding on college has become a complex choice.

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Some authors, publishers, readers and influencers are finding new ways to elevate Hispanic stories despite underrepresentation in the mainstream world of books.

Reese Witherspoon has co-authored her first adult novel, “Gone Before Goodbye,” with Harlan Coben.

Joel Holsinger, a partner at Ares Management Corp., on Wednesday launched Promote Giving, an initiative encouraging investment managers to donate a portion of their fees to charity.

The redesigned 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan aims to steal shoppers’ attention from the Honda CR-V and its winning hybrid model in a showdown of two of the largest compact crossover SUVs on sale today.

The European Commission has fined Gucci, Chloé, and Loewe a total of over 157 million euros for anti-competitive pricing practices.

The U.S. government shutdown’s strain on the aviation system is starting to show.

Angel Reese has taken her talents from the basketball court to the fashion runway.

Backward walking, also known as retro walking or reverse walking, may add variety and value to an exercise routine when done safely.

Laufey, the Grammy-winning artist, is creating a children's story inspired by her mascot-alias, Mei Mei The Bunny.

Meta says teenagers on Instagram will be restricted to seeing PG-13 content by default and won’t be able to change their settings without a parent’s permission.

A new initiative aims to increase the number of connections between the family members of those buried and remembered at a World War II cemetery in the Netherlands and the Dutch people who have adopted each one.

The Miami Seaquarium has finally closed its doors.

French Nobel economics laureate Philippe Aghion reflects on the creative roots that shaped his award-winning ideas about innovation and growth.

Athletes confront failure as often as success during competition.

The Trump administration has provided a $300 million infusion to a food aid program for low-income mothers and children, easing concerns about funding during the government shutdown.

A new Pokémon game and Danielle Deadwyler starring in the apocalyptic thriller “40 Acres” are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.

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Losing a pet often is the first time children encounter death.

The Princess of Wales has a suggestion to parents: Please put down the phone.

Century-old wreaths made from human hair fill the walls of Leila’s Hair Museum, and glass cases overflow with necklaces and watch bands made from the locks of the dead.

Continuing care retirement communities offer lifestyle benefits and access to a full spectrum of potential care needs later in life, but the costs can be steep.

Higher prices and interest rates, long loan terms and early trade-ins are making it easier than ever to find yourself underwater on a car loan.

A viral TikTok trend called “The Great Lock In” is helping people achieve their wellness goals.

The white sandy beaches along a swath of Florida’s Gulf Coast were battered by three hurricanes last year, leading to a multimillion-dollar effort to repair a coastline that is the region’s economic engine.

Francine the cat is back home at a Lowe’s store in Virginia after going missing for a few weeks.

The spring 2026 season has wrapped up with Paris, showcasing bold trends that are set to influence global fashion.

Thirty paintings by Bob Ross are set to be auctioned to support public television stations.

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Chanel has made a dramatic return to showmanship at Paris Fashion Week.

A rainbow-colored crosswalk celebrating the contributions of Miami Beach's LGBTQ+ community has been removed from the city’s iconic Ocean Drive.

Claims about the benefits of cold-water immersion date back centuries.

Miuccia Prada's Miu Miu has delivered a steady performance at Paris Fashion Week, offering reassurance amid France's political instability.

Roustan Hockey, Canada's last major wooden hockey stick factory, faces challenges from trade tensions.

The humble water buffalo has become a prized show animal in Thailand.

Chemena Kamali has brought a fresh focus to Chloé's collection at Paris Fashion Week.

Alessandro Michele has unveiled his latest Valentino collection at Paris Fashion Week.

Vivienne Westwood's legacy shines at Paris Fashion Week with a theatrical show at the Institut de France.

Every year, growers raise giant pumpkins and compete in annual weigh-offs against other colossal fruits.

Yohji Yamamoto has presented a collection at Paris Fashion Week that distills his signature style to its essence.

Being advised to max out your 401(k)is Personal Finance 101.

Taylor Swift fans around the world are celebrating her latest album release, “The Life of a Showgirl.”.

Tony Shalhoub has joined the world of celebrity travel hosts with his new show, “Breaking Bread.”.

Documentaries on comedian John Candy and pop artist-turned-fashion designer Victoria Beckham as well as a “Family Guy” Halloween special are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.

Issey Miyake has staged its spring 2026 show at Paris Fashion Week at the Centre Pompidou.

Have you heard replacing meat with plant-based foods is better for the planet and can be better for your health too, but you don’t know where to start.

Grand Duke Guillaume has ascended to the throne of Luxembourg after swearing an oath in a traditional ceremony on Friday.

Scientists are presenting new evidence that the worst effects of climate change can’t be avoided without a major transformation of food systems.

Nebraska officials have missed a deadline to grant licenses to marijuana growers under a new medical marijuana law approved by voters.

The idea of meditating can be intimidating to beginners.

Pepsi has a new challenge: Keeping products like Gatorade and Cheetos vivid and colorful without the artificial dyes that U.S. consumers are increasingly rejecting.

Crowds of people loaded onto boats to tour the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Wednesday morning with no immediate signs of the government shutdown that is triggering the furlough of about two-thirds of National Park Service employees.

After a career as a presidential aide, publisher of two newspapers and CNN president, Tom Johnson has plenty of stories to swap.

Jonathan Anderson has unveiled his first Dior womenswear collection at Paris Fashion Week, drawing a huge crowd of celebrities and designers.

Apple TV+ has announced a five-year extension to remain the exclusive streaming home for “Peanuts.”.

A new report on book bans in U.S. schools finds Stephen King as the author most likely to be censored.

Walmart says it plans to remove synthetic dyes and 30 other food additives from its store brands sold in the United States by January 2027.

Nearly identical under the metal, the Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride have been leaders in the three-row SUV class since their introductions in 2020.

The owners of a giant Northern California corn maze once crowned the world’s largest want visitors to remember that there is fun in getting lost.

OpenAI has launched a new social media app called Sora, aiming to capture the audience of short-form video platforms like TikTok and Instagram.

Helen Mirren opened Stella McCartney’s Paris Fashion Week show with a spoken rendition of The Beatles’ “Come Together.”.

The beloved children’s series “Reading Rainbow” returns after nearly 20 years, now on the KidZuko YouTube channel.

Annuities come in many forms.

Online juggernaut Amazon Inc. unveiled its next generation of Kindle, Ring and Echo devices, among other gadgets, that are all powered by artificial intelligence and connected to Alexa+, its AI-infused personal assistant, which made its debut in February.

OpenAI is transforming ChatGPT into a virtual merchant to boost online commerce revenue.

The U.S. government is phasing out paper checks for most programs.