Lifestyle
The secret to living to 110? Bad record-keeping, researcher says
Much of what we know about extreme old age is based on faulty data, including 'blue zones' famed for centenarians, says researcher Saul Newman.
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Chanel names Matthieu Blazy to enter new artistic era
French luxury brand Chanel on Thursday named former Bottega Veneta creative boss Matthieu Blazy as its new artistic director, one of the biggest jobs in fashion tasked with finally turning the page on the Karl Lagerfeld era. Chanel confirmed the appointment shortly after Bottega Veneta announced that the 40-year-old Blazy
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Director Barry Jenkins finds echoes from his past in new Lion King
Barry Jenkins directs Mufasa: The Lion King, exploring family, parenting, and origins, echoing his life themes. Premieres next week.
Lifestyle
Sundance unveils eclectic lineup for 2025
Sundance 2025 will feature stars like Lily Gladstone, Benedict Cumberbatch, and Melanie Griffith, showcasing new filmmakers and impactful films from around the world.
Art
Ancient marble statue found during Greek road works
Labourers in Athens uncovered a marble Hermes statue and Roman-era artifacts near the Acropolis during gas pipe work, revealing Greece's rich past.
Auctions
Way up high: Dorothy's ruby slippers fetch record $32.5 mn
Judy Garland's iconic ruby slippers from The Wizard of Oz sold for a record $32.5M, becoming the most valuable movie memorabilia ever auctioned.
Art
Scottish artist Jasleen Kaur wins 2024 Turner Prize
Scottish artist Jasleen Kaur wins the Turner Prize for Alter Altar, featuring a Ford Escort with a doily, marking the award's 40th year.
Art
Seized mafia art on display in Milan
Over 80 artworks seized from the Italian mafia, including by Dali and Warhol, are on display in Milan, symbolizing resistance to organized crime.
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'Moana 2' sails to Thanksgiving record with smash N. America opening
"Moana 2" smashed records with a $220M Thanksgiving debut, the biggest ever. "Wicked: Part I" hit $117M in week two, while "Gladiator II" earned $44M.
Auctions
Ruby slippers from 'The Wizard of Oz' up for auction
The ruby slippers Judy Garland wore in The Wizard of Oz will be auctioned on Dec. 7, with bids expected to hit $3M, nearly 20 years after their theft.
Lifestyle
Rod Stewart to play Glastonbury legends slot
Glastonbury's cult status endures 2024 tickets sold in 35 mins at £373.50. Iconic acts from T.Rex to Elton, Coldplay to Dua Lipa light it up!
Culture
'Gladiator II', 'Wicked' battle for N. American box office honors
Hollywood saw a boost with two major films: 'Wicked: Part I' raked in $114M, while 'Gladiator II' earned $55.5M, dominating the weekend box office.