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Diana's dress from 1994 to be auctioned

A dress worn by Diana, Princess of Wales in 1994 is set to be auctioned for up to £220,000.

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Kimmel's interview with Talarico will not air due to FCC concerns

Jimmy Kimmel's interview with James Talarico will not air due to FCC threats.

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Sinkhole forms in driveway of Nicolas Cage's Malibu home

A sinkhole opened up in the driveway of Nicolas Cage's home in Malibu following heavy rain.

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ABC will not extend Jimmy Kimmel's contract for 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'

ABC will not extend Jimmy Kimmel's contract for 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!', marking the end of the show after its current season.

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Carla Hall reflects on her experiences and predictions for her 40s

Carla Hall reflects on a spiritual reading predicting her 40s would be significant, which she later found to be true.

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Nathan Fielder to release documentary on Elizabeth Holmes

Nathan Fielder is creating a documentary about Elizabeth Holmes, focusing on her conviction for defrauding investors in Theranos.

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King Charles confirms Prince Harry and Meghan's non-working status in letter

King Charles III has confirmed that Prince Harry and Meghan remain non-working members of the royal family.

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Widow's Bay wins 8 early Emmys, The Pitt receives 4

Widow's Bay won eight early Emmys while The Pitt received four awards at a pre-telecast ceremony.

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Ceiling debris falls at Kennedy Center during heavy rain

Debris fell from the ceiling at the Kennedy Center during heavy rain, leading to its temporary closure.

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Julie Taymor discusses Gloria Steinem's life and legacy

Julie Taymor discussed Gloria Steinem's life and legacy in an interview about the film 'The Glorias.'

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Cassandra Wilson, Grammy-winning jazz singer, dies at 70

Cassandra Wilson, the Grammy-winning jazz singer, has died at the age of 70.

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DollyFest to be held in Nashville and London in place of public memorial

Dolly Parton's estate announced that DollyFest will replace a traditional public memorial for the artist.

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Metropolitan Museum of Art cancels exhibition honoring John Galliano

The Metropolitan Museum of Art has canceled an exhibition honoring fashion designer John Galliano due to controversy over his past hate crimes.

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Final Season of Babylon Berlin Highlights Political Parallels with Present Day

Babylon Berlin concludes by drawing parallels between the rise of Hitler and current political challenges faced by democracies.

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Olivia Rodrigo's festival supports nonprofits focused on women's and girls' well-being

Olivia Rodrigo hosted a festival to raise funds for nonprofits focused on women's and girls' well-being.

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Music publishers file lawsuit against Anthropic over copyright infringement

Music publishers are suing Anthropic for allegedly using their copyrighted works to train AI models without permission.

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Chris Cantrill wins Edinburgh comedy award for show Rewilding

Chris Cantrill won the Edinburgh comedy award for his show Rewilding, marking his first win after three nominations.

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Laurie Anderson contributes manuscript to Future Library project

Laurie Anderson has submitted her manuscript to the Future Library project, becoming the 13th contributor to this long-term literary preservation initiative.

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Riley Downing releases solo album 'Landfill Poetry' inspired by his experiences as a trash collector

Riley Downing has released his second solo album 'Landfill Poetry,' inspired by his experiences as a trash collector.

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Jelly Roll discusses political views after comments from Trump supporters

Jelly Roll addressed his political beliefs and responded to criticism from Trump supporters during his final hosting appearance on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'.

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Tennessee governor supports petition to rename Nashville airport for Dolly Parton

An online petition to rename Nashville International Airport in honor of Dolly Parton has gained over 155,000 signatures following her death.

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Jacob Elordi discusses themes in The Dog Stars

Jacob Elordi shared his thoughts on the themes of Sir Ridley Scott's film The Dog Stars, which explores hope in a post-apocalyptic world affected by a pandemic.

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Jake Reiner discusses family loss and brother's legal issues in interview

Jake Reiner discusses the impact of family loss and his brother's imprisonment in a recent interview.

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Susan Sarandon pays tribute to Tim Curry

Tim Curry, a renowned actor, has passed away at the age of 80, prompting tributes from colleagues like Susan Sarandon.

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Exploring Dolly Parton's Musical Influence

The writer reflects on their early exposure to Dolly Parton's music through their mother's influence in church.

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Dolly Parton's Influence on Fashion

Dolly Parton's fashion choices have significantly influenced the entertainment industry and public perception.

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Dolly Parton is a widely admired cultural figure in the United States

Dolly Parton is recognized as a respected celebrity across various demographics in the U.S.

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Dolly Parton's life story expressed through six songs

Dolly Parton expresses her life story through six significant songs, touching on themes like love, loss, and empowerment.

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Fans gather to mourn Dolly Parton in Los Angeles and Washington DC

Fans of Dolly Parton gathered in Los Angeles and Washington DC to mourn her passing and reflect on her cultural impact.

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Dolly Parton has died at the age of 80

Dolly Parton, a prominent country musician, has passed away at the age of 80.