Winona Ryder and Catherine O’Hara explain why ‘Beetlejuice’ sequel took so long: Jenna Ortega ‘had to be born’
“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” finally hits theaters this weekend, but some special magic had to happen for the followup to Tim Burton’s beloved 1988 classic to take shape.
11-year-old boy confesses to killing former mayor of a small Louisiana town and his daughter
An 11-year-old boy has admitted to police he fatally shot the former interim mayor of a small Louisiana town and his adult daughter, authorities said.
Elton John says he’s recuperating from ‘severe’ infection that left him with ‘limited vision in one eye’
Rock and roll legend Elton John is in healing mode. The “Rocket Man” singer shared on his Instagram page on Tuesday that he’s been “dealing with a severe eye infection that has unfortunately left me with only limited vision in one eye.”
Baby OK after lightning shoots through home ceiling; roof collapses after bad weather
A baby is OK after lightning struck a metal fence in West Park and traveled through a room where they were sleeping.
Man charged with murder in connection with the deaths of a California couple at a nudist resort
A man was charged with murder on suspicion of killing his neighbors at a California nudist resort, San Bernardino County District Attorney Jason Anderson announced Tuesday afternoon in a news conference.
30-year-old charged with murder in connection with train shooting near Chicago that killed 4 passengers, police say
A Chicago man has been charged with murder in connection with the fatal shootings of four passengers who appeared to be sleeping on a Chicago Transit Authority train Monday morning, police say.
Carjackers crash stolen car into home, flee scene, police say
Philadelphia police are searching for three men who they say stole a car at gunpoint and then crashed it into a home in West Philadelphia.
Former aide to New York governors charged with acting as an agent of the Chinese government
A former aide to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and former Gov. Andrew Cuomo was charged with acting as an agent for the Chinese government, US Attorney Breon Peace announced Tuesday.
Houston: A Beacon for Hispanic Literature Recovery and Cultural Preservation
Houston stands tall as a vibrant epicenter for Hispanic literature recovery and cultural preservation in Texas, reflecting the city's deep-rooted connection to Hispanic heritage. With Hispanics comprising 44% of the city's population, according to the latest U.S. Census, the influence of Hispanic culture is evident in every facet of Houston’s identity—from its music and art to its cuisine and language. Central to this cultural tapestry are three remarkable Houston Cultural Treasures: Arte Público Press, Nuestra Palabra: Latinos Having Their Say, and MECA (Multicultural Education and Counseling through the Arts). These organizations are not only preserving the past but also actively shaping the future, ensuring that Hispanic heritage remains a vibrant and integral part of Houston's cultural landscape.
Holocaust Museum Houston Hosts Free Day of Action for Latinx Heritage Month
Holocaust Museum Houston celebrates Latinx Heritage Month with a Day of Action on September 14, offering free bilingual activities, performances, and educational events.
Remarks by Vice President Harris at a Campaign Event
Can we hear it for Tyrese? (Applause.) Tyrese, I want to thank you for your extraordinary leadership and all of your words and the heart and soul that you put into your work, like I know all the members of LIUNA and everyone here does every day, because we love our country and we know what is at stake. Thank you, Tyrese. (Applause.) Thank you.
Caribbean Music Awards 2024: A Spectacular Celebration of Caribbean Heritage and Culture
The second annual Caribbean Music Awards, held on September 2, 2024, at the historic Kings Theatre in Brooklyn, New York, was an electrifying celebration that honored the rich cultural tapestry and musical excellence of the Caribbean. This event, hosted by the Queen of Dancehall, Spice, and the King of Caribbean Comedy, Majah Hype, brought together the best of the Caribbean music industry under one roof for a night of unforgettable performances, emotional tributes, and well-deserved accolades.
Team Harris-Walz Shatters Records with Historic $25 Million Investment in Down-Ballot Democrats
In an unprecedented show of support for the Democratic Party, the Harris-Walz campaign has announced a record-breaking $25 million investment in down-ballot races across the nation. This landmark transfer, the largest ever in a presidential election cycle, underscores the campaign's commitment to bolstering Democratic efforts from the grassroots level to the highest offices.
Old Hollywood glamour hits the Venice Film Festival red carpet
What year is it again? Some of the looks on the red carpet at the 81st Venice Film Festival could suggest the year was 1924, rather than 2024. Since Wednesday, attendees have given elegant nods to old Hollywood glamour: from time-honored dress silhouettes to vintage-inspired accessories.
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson was once Matt Damon’s scene partner in a Harvard drama class
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson had a different brush with fame long before she joined the Supreme Court.
Richard Gere jokes he and Julia Roberts had ‘no chemistry’ in the ‘tiny movie’ ‘Pretty Woman’
Richard Gere had some thoughts reminiscing about his hit 1990 film “Pretty Woman.”
US captures ISIS leader who helped terror group escapees, military says
The US captured an ISIS leader who helped escapees of the terror group after they fled a detention facility in Syria, according to US Central Command.
Joey Chestnut breaks own world record, beating rival Takeru Kobayashi in Netflix’s hot dog eating showdown
Joey Chestnut demolished his world hot dog eating record Monday, beating longtime rival Takeru Kobayashi in a showdown billed as “unfinished beef” between the two biggest global stars in professional competitive eating.
49ers’ Ricky Pearsall to miss at least four games of NFL season after being shot in chest during attempted robbery
The San Francisco 49ers placed rookie wide receiver Ricky Pearsall on the reserve/non-football injury list on Monday after he was shot in the chest during an attempted robbery over the weekend. The move means Pearsall, 23, will miss at least the first four games of the 2024 season as he recovers from the gunshot. The Niners are set to play their first game of the season on Monday Night Football against the New York Jets on September 9.
The $10 million cocktail everyone is drinking at the US Open
At the US Open currently underway in New York, a single cocktail will surpass $10 million in sales before the tennis grand slam event ends September 8.
