Milan Kundera, "The Unbearable Lightness of Being" author, dies at 94
Kundera's novel earned him a wide readership among Westerners who embraced both his anti-Soviet subversion and the eroticism threaded through many of his works.
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Hollywood actors agree to federal mediation with strike threat looming
SAG-AFTRA's contract with the major Hollywood studios is set to expire at midnight Wednesday.
Former "Top Chef" winner Kristen Kish to replace Padma Lakshmi as host
Kristen Kish is replacing the show's longtime host, Padma Lakshmi, who is leaving the competition after 17 years.
Family, friends mourn the loss of pro surfer Mikala Jones
The 44-year-old Jones had gone out into the ocean when his surfboard fin cut his femoral artery, his father told The Associated Press.
Aretha Franklin's handwritten will found in couch is valid, jury decides
It's a victory for her sons Kecalf Franklin and Edward Franklin, whose lawyers had argued that papers dated 2014 should override a 2010 will.
Ticketmaster botches Taylor Swift Eras Tour ticket sales again
Sales for the France leg of Swift's Eras were paused by Ticketmaster for unknown reasons, frustrating fans.
Britney Spears' memoir gets release date
Fans have finally found out when they can get Britney Spears' memoir – as well as see its cover art and title.
Jeffrey Carlson, "All My Children" actor, dead at 48
Jeffrey Carlson reportedly played the first transgender character on daytime television with his role as Zoe on "All My Children."
Hayley Atwell: Working with Tom Cruise in new "Mission: Impossible" film was a "masterclass"
The film hits theaters this Wednesday, July 12.
BBC grapples with sexual misconduct claims against unnamed presenter
Britain's public broadcaster, the BBC, has defended its actions amid a scandal over an unnamed presenter being accused of sexual misconduct.
How AI is transforming Hollywood and impacting contract negotiations
The AI company Metaphysic is immortalizing actors through data capture, allowing them to appear in future films without ever being on set.
YouTuber Colleen Ballinger's live shows and podcast canceled
After being accused of inappropriate conduct with minors and other bad behavior online, Ballinger posted an apology video playing the ukulele, which many fans criticized as insensitive.
Ukrainian tennis star Elina Svitolina gets surprise from Harry Styles
Svitolina said she was giving away two Harry Styles tickets – because she couldn't attend due to Wimbledon. The right person saw that message.
Madonna says she's "on the road to recovery" after days in ICU
The singer had been hospitalized in the ICU after developing a "serious bacterial infection" just before the start of her upcoming tour.
Rebecca Ferguson on emotional intensity of new "Mission: Impossible" film
"Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One" hits theaters this Wednesday, July 12.
Investigation
Armed federal agents knock on doors looking for noncitizen voters
American Stephen Hubbard released by Russia, Trump confirms
Witkoff blasted for calling Putin a "humanitarian"
Pope Leo won't need more treatment after cancer surgery, doctors say
New Mexico AG accuses Epstein's lawyer, accountant of concealing crimes
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Iran says indirect talks with U.S. on ceasefire proposal continue
Supreme Court rejects bid to restrict treatments for trans inmates
Investigation
We tested an experimental weight loss drug. The results were "terrifying."
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