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Anne Hathaway says doctor warned her that ‘Hot Ones’ interview could induce early labor

Hathaway was advised against going on the YouTube interview series, in which celebrities are asked questions as they eat increasingly hot and spicy chicken wings.
Anne Hathaway.
Anne Hathaway.

Madonna’s big night, Taylor Swift’s record and a Dolly Parton tribute at MTV VMAs

A telecast delay didn’t slow the show’s momentum, with host Snoop Dogg describing the event as “the biggest party the VMAs has ever seen.”
Snoop Dogg on stage in front of a giant VMA backdrop.
Snoop Dogg on stage in front of a giant VMA backdrop.

Taylor Swift surpasses Beyoncé to become most decorated solo artist in MTV VMAs history

The “Life of a Showgirl” singer won the inaugural Artist Director Honors and video of the year awards Sunday.
Taylor Swift poses against a blue step-and-repeat backdrop.
Taylor Swift poses against a blue step-and-repeat backdrop.

New York Knicks’ Jalen Brunson kicks off the new season of ‘SNL’

Brunson was joined by musical guest Katseye. There were two new featured players, Saidah Belo-Osagie and Grace Reiter, for Season 52.
A group portrait of Jalen Brunson and Katseye on stage during an SNL taping.
A group portrait of Jalen Brunson and Katseye on stage during an SNL taping.

Here’s who’ll be on ‘SNL’ when season 52 starts tonight

Saidah Belo-Osagie and Grace Reiter will join “Saturday Night Live,” the show announced, while Chloe Fineman previously said she was leaving.
Saturday Night Live
Saturday Night Live

Even as a new ‘Great British Bake Off’ judge, Nigella Lawson can’t escape the memes

Viewers were excited about the iconic food writer’s debut. But many also poked fun at her mannerisms.
Alison Hammond, Nigella Lawson and Paul Hollywood on the series 17 premiere of "The Great British Bakeoff."
Alison Hammond, Nigella Lawson and Paul Hollywood on the series 17 premiere of "The Great British Bakeoff."

Netflix turns Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory into a real-life ‘social experiment’

The reality show drew backlash earlier this year from fans over its decision to use an AI-generated replica of Gene Wilder’s voice.
Wonka's The Golden Ticket.
Wonka's The Golden Ticket.

How Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ became the longest-running No. 1 hit of all time

The song’s laid-back sound, cross-genre appeal and heartache narrative are a few reasons for its success but its chart dominance still comes as a surprise.
9th Annual Nashville Songwriter Awards
9th Annual Nashville Songwriter Awards

‘Looksmaxxing’ influencer Clavicular charged with rape of teen girl

The 20-year-old is part of an extreme trend where young men try to maximize their physical attractiveness.
Celebrity Sightings - Paris Fashion Week - Menswear Spring/Summer 2027 - Day 1
Celebrity Sightings - Paris Fashion Week - Menswear Spring/Summer 2027 - Day 1

Fat Bear Week opens for Alaska’s heavyweight crown. Can Chunk, the 1,200-pound champ, win again?

Online voting began Tuesday for Fat Bear Week, the annual contest that pits the rotund residents of Katmai National Park and Preserve against each other.
Large brown bear stands near a river.
Large brown bear stands near a river.

‘Block the Merger’ push continues as Paramount settles with state AGs

About 20 opponents of the Paramount Skydance-Warner Bros. Discovery merger took their fight to the New York Attorney General’s Office Monday.
‘Block the Merger’ push continues on Monday amid reported Paramount settlement with states.
‘Block the Merger’ push continues on Monday amid reported Paramount settlement with states.

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