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Queen Camilla speaks publicly for first time about train attack as teenager - CNN

Driving the news: The Cookers, a jazz ensemble, as well as Doug Varone and Dancers, a New York dance company, both announced that they were canceling shows this week. 
What they're saying: The Cooke… [+5985 chars]

A jazz ensemble and a New York dance company this week joined those canceling their events at the Kennedy Center.

Axios

Kennedy Center exodus: The 11 acts that have pulled out post-Trump takeover - Axios

This allows “a French-speaking foreigner who contributes through his or her outstanding work to the influence of France and the prosperity of its international economic relations” to become a citizen… [+1327 chars]

France’s foreign affairs minister underlined Clooney’s philanthropy and economic impact on France as motivation for the decision.

POLITICO.eu

Clooney granted fast-tracked French citizenship after request from top official - politico.eu

With no obvious successor possessing a comparable record in public equities, some analysts say Berkshire may ultimately scale back active stock selection.

CNBC

Warren Buffett’s exit leaves open question: Who runs Berkshire’s $300 billion equity portfolio? - CNBC

Every year, we remember some of the writers, actors, musicians, filmmakers and artists who died over the past year, and whose lifetime of creative work helped shape our world. Here are just a few of … [+13176 chars]

Every year, we remember some of the writers, actors, musicians, filmmakers and performers who died over the past year, and whose lifetime of creative work helped shape our world.

Remembering the actors, musicians, writers and artists we lost in 2025 - NPR

A little boy gave her hope for her foster daughter's future - NPR

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Rachel Reid published her first instalment of her six-book Game Changers series in 2018
The author of Heated Rivalry has revealed the success of the TV adaptat… [+3154 chars]

Rachel Reid says the publicity from the hit TV adaptation led a Parkinson's specialist to get in touch.

BBC News

Heated Rivalry author says TV success led to help with her Parkinson's - BBC

Moon Alert
Avoid shopping (except food and gas) or important decisions from 6 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. After that, the moon moves from Taurus into Gemini.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
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Suntimes.com

Horoscope for Wednesday, December 31, 2025 - Chicago Sun-Times

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Access to eight surprising articles a day, hand-picked by FT editors. For seamless reading, access content via the FT Edit page on… [+42 chars]

From the Ozempic story to books on power, money and the new world order — plus fiction by Julian Barnes, Amitav Ghosh and others — here are some top titles to look out for in the new year

Financial Times

What to read in 2026 - Financial Times

The first lawsuit against Tyler Perry accusing him of leveraging his power in Hollywood to sexually assault aspiring male actors in his orbit was filed in June. Another lawsuit was filed Dec. 26, wit… [+3848 chars]

Two sexual assault lawsuits have claimed Perry has abused actors looking for opportunities in Hollywood. The mogul's lawyer denies the accounts and calls them "a $77 million money grab scam."

Hollywood Reporter

Tyler Perry’s Legal Troubles May Just Be Starting - The Hollywood Reporter

Beucherts Saloon co-owner Brendan McMahon had long been dreading the decision. But by spring he and his partners realized the choice was tough, but obvious at the same time, he said.
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A battered Washington restaurant industry is bracing for continued challenges in 2026.

The Washington Post

‘One thing after another’: 2025 was a brutal year for D.C. restaurants - The Washington Post

DALLAS Still figuring out your New Years Eve plans? Youre in luck. The DallasFort Worth metroplex is packed with fun ways to ring in 2026 -- yes, even for procrastinators like you.
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Raise a glass as we say goodbye to 2025 and hello to 2026!

WFAA.com

Still no plans? Here are some things to do for New Year's Eve across Dallas-Fort Worth this year - WFAA

When filmmakers are cranking out blockbusters, Tinseltown can seem like any other business customer satisfaction measured in popcorn sales and audience smiles. But when filmmakers are passionate, mov… [+926 chars]

NPR critic Bob Mondello narrows down his favorite movies of the year — the ones that made audiences vibrate.

10 passion projects that stood out at the movies this year - NPR

Realtor.com News

EXCLUSIVE: Jailed Sean 'Diddy' Combs Takes His $61.5 Million Los Angeles 'Freak Off' Mansion Off the Market - Realtor.com

The wait for Euphoria‘s hotly anticipated third season is almost over. The new installment, which will feature a five-year time jump, arrives on HBO Max in April 2026. Creator/showrunner Sam Levinson… [+855 chars]

The next 12 months will feature the return of beloved series (both recent and from long ago) and a host of buzzed-about new shows featuring top-tier casts and creative teams.

The 30 Most Anticipated TV Shows of 2026 - The Hollywood Reporter

Richard Smallwood, the eight-time Grammy-nominated gospel singer and composer, has died. He was 77.
A representative for Smallwood confirmed the "Total Praise" musician died on Tuesday, Dec. 30, at … [+3014 chars]

Richard Smallwood, the Grammy-nominated "I Love the Lord" and "Total Praise" singer, has died, according to his family. He was 77.

USA Today

Richard Smallwood, Grammy-nominated gospel singer, dies at 77 - USA Today

Grammy-winning singer Chappell Roan has backtracked on her praise for Brigitte Bardot after learning about the late French film icon's "very disappointing" far-right political beliefs.
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Grammy-winning singer Chappell Roan has backtracked on her praise for Brigitte Bardot after learning about the late French film icon's "very disappointing" far-right political beliefs."Holy [expletive] i did not know all that insane [expletive] Ms.

NBC News

Chappell Roan walks back Brigitte Bardot praise after learning of late French star's far-right views - NBC News

CHARLESTON City police arrested a star of Bravo's Charleston-based Southern Charm spinoff after a traffic stop found she had unidentified pills in a container labeled Happy Pills and an active warran… [+1004 chars]

Grace Lilly was arrested Dec. 28 after a license plate camera flagged the “Southern Hospitality” star’s vehicle for an active arrest warrant.