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Paris wax museum unveils new Diana figure in ‘revenge dress,’ decades after her death in the city

A wax museum in Paris on Thursday unveiled a new figure of the late Princess Diana depicted in a black dress that has come to be known as her " revenge dress," decades after her tragic death in the city.

3 weeks ago

The Weeknd’s ‘After Hours ‘Til Dawn’ Tour grosses over $1 billion, Live Nation says

The Weeknd's lengthy tour, which launched in Philadelphia in July 2022 and runs through September 2026, has officially grossed $1.004 billion with approximately 7.55 million tickets sold across 153 tour dates, Live Nation said Thursday.

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Attic Salt satire ‘The Thanksgiving Play’ is a little baggy, but a feast of fun

Attic Salt Theatre Company is in the middle of their run of "The Thanksgiving Play," a satire written by Lakota playwright Larissa FastHorse about a group of white teachers attempting to craft a politically-correct Thanksgiving play for their students. Read our review now.

3 weeks ago

Brendan Fraser’s new horizons include ‘Rental Family’ and rental hedgehogs

Brendan Fraser has his first leading role since 2022's "The Whale", in "Rental Family," a Tokyo-set drama by the filmmaker Hikari. In it, Fraser plays a struggling actor who, out of desperation, takes a job with a small agency that hires out actors to fulfill roles in real people's lives.

3 weeks ago

SoCon extends Harrah’s Cherokee Center partnership through 2035

As the SoCon motto goes, "it's all here." The Ingles Southern Conference Basketball Championships will be held here in Asheville, at the Harrah's Cherokee Center-Asheville arena, until 2035, officials announced at a press conference this morning.

3 weeks ago

The 2025 Country Music Association Awards are almost here: How to watch

Excuse me, you look like you like... country award shows. And you're in luck: The 2025 Country Music Association Awards are here. So, what should you expect?

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Labubu and ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ to dazzle at Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Here’s what to know

Two things that made massive cultural splashes this year — Labubu and "KPop Demon Hunters" — will fill the sky and streets of New York when the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade kicks off this year.

3 weeks ago

A new Netflix doc offers an intimate portrait of Selena, straight from her family’s vault

It's been 30 years since the singer known simply as Selena was killed at 23 — and those who love her are working hard to ensure her legacy endures for decades to come.

3 weeks ago

New coin honors Freddie Mercury and his 4-octave range

Britain's Royal Mint is celebrating Freddie Mercury with a new coin design that marks 40 years since his iconic Live Aid concert performance.

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Roblox steps up age checks and groups younger users into age-based chats

Roblox is stepping up its age verification system for users who want to privately message other players and implementing age-based chats so kids, teens and adults will only be able to message people around their own age.

3 weeks ago

The next Met Gala exhibit will spotlight fashion across art history

If there's been one uniting theme of all the blockbuster fashion exhibits at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, it's the simple idea that fashion is art. "Costume Art," announced Monday as the next big show at the museum's Costume Institute — launched by the starry Met Gala in 2026 — aims to make that connection more literal than ever.

3 weeks ago

Ariana Grande and Cher team up for ‘SNL’ in December. Josh O’Connor gets a hosting turn, too

The December lineup for "Saturday Night Live" now includes Ariana Grande as host on Dec. 20, with Cher returning as musical guest for the first time in nearly 40 years.

3 weeks ago

Music venue White Horse announces free “Student Nights” for local college kids

White Horse Black Mountain, a local music nonprofit in Black Mountain, N.C., has announced that performances which fall on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday will be "Student Nights," with admission free-of-charge for local college kids with a school ID.

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‘The Running Man’ has a charley horse of a third act – 828reviewsNOW

Following "The Long Walk" in September, "The Running Man" is the second film adaptation this year of a Stephen King novel about dystopian, gamified exercise. Like its downer cousin, I wouldn't race to see it. Read more in our 828reviewsNOW look at Edgar Wright's new movie.

3 weeks ago

‘Now You See Me 3’ races past ‘The Running Man’ at box office

It's no magic trick: The third installment in the thieving magician "Now You See Me" series beat the high-profile action pic "The Running Man" at the North American box office this weekend.

3 weeks ago

New statue of Bridget Jones joins other film icons in London’s Leicester Square

Bridget Jones has joined Harry Potter, Mary Poppins and Paddington as permanent residents of London's famed Leicester Square.

3 weeks ago

Tom Cruise finally gets his Oscar moment with a lifetime achievement trophy at the Governors Awards

Tom Cruise, at 63 still the biggest movie star in a room full of them, finally got to hold his own Oscar on a Hollywood stage on Sunday night.

4 weeks ago

Bad Bunny wins album of the year at the 2025 Latin Grammys, capping an electric night

It should come as a shock to no one: The 2026 Latin Grammy Awards were all about Bad Bunny. The Puerto Rican superstar won album of the year for his landmark release "Debí Tirar Más Fotos."

4 weeks ago

Sarah Jessica Parker to be honored with Carol Burnett Award at the Golden Globes

Sarah Jessica Parker is going from someone who gives out prizes to getting one. The Emmy- and Screen Actors Guild Award-winner — and judge for the 2025 Booker Prize — was named Thursday as the recipient of the Carol Burnett Award for her "outstanding contributions to television on or off screen."

4 weeks ago

Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Nov. 14-16

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got you covered. From a classic car meet-up to a miniature Renaissance festival, check out our list of things to do in Asheville and WNC.

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Beyoncé, Venus Williams, Nicole Kidman and Anna Wintour will co-chair next Met Gala

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After 20 years of acting in movies, television and on the stage, Imogen Poots is having a clarifying moment.

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20th anniversary of Candlelight Stroll to light up Weaverville

The Candlelight Stroll, a cherished holiday tradition in Weaverville, will return to Main Street for its 20th anniversary this week. The public is invited out for an evening of caroling, community and Christmas cheer from 6-8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 12.

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How to watch one of the year’s best meteor showers, the Geminids

It's time for one of the strongest meteor showers of the year. The Geminids peak this weekend and are visible through mid-December, according to the American Meteor Society.