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Lawmakers react to Swift, Kelce engagement: 'Happy to do the ceremony'

Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are weighing in on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement, with one volunteering to officiate and another...

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Melania Trump announces nationwide Presidential AI Challenge

First lady Melania Trump is urging students across the country to "unleash their imagination and showcase the spirit of American innovation" by...

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White House launches review of Smithsonian museums

White House officials are launching a review of some of the Smithsonian's museums aimed at ensuring "alignment" with President Trump's "directive to...

12.08.2025 2

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Samuel L. Jackson touts wind farms after White House weighs move against them

Samuel L. Jackson is defending wind farms in a video released a day after the Trump administration said it was considering additional hurdles for wind...

31.07.2025 10

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Pelosi: Lady Gaga show in San Francisco 'fabulous'

Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) is giving a gaga review to Lady Gaga after being spotted among the cheering crowd at one of the "Abracadabra" singer's...

29.07.2025 2

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Obama mourns Cubs great Ryne Sandberg: 'Class act'

Former President Obama is remembering Ryne Sandberg as a "class act" following the Chicago Cubs second baseman's death. Sixty-five-year-old Sandberg...

29.07.2025 2

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Maria Shriver rips GOP bill to rename Kennedy Center after Trump: 'This is insane'

Maria Shriver is blasting a GOP Congress member's bill that aims to rename the Kennedy Center after President Trump, calling the move "petty" and...

29.07.2025 4

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GOP bill seeks to rename Kennedy Center for Trump

A House Republican's bill would strip former President Kennedy's name from the Washington institution created in the 35th commander in chief's honor...

28.07.2025 2

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Live updates: White House focuses on Fed as House subpoenas deepen Epstein saga

The White House is attempting to move on from the Jeffrey Epstein controversy on multiple fronts, even as House Republicans joined Democrats to call...

24.07.2025 10

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Biden memoir sells in $10M range

The publisher of former President Biden's forthcoming memoir reportedly paid around a $10 million advance for the book. Hachette Book Group paid the...

24.07.2025 10

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Andy Cohen on Colbert cancellation: 'CBS is just cooked'

Andy Cohen says CBS's cancelation of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" shows that the network is "cooked." "They are saying, 'We're done,'" Cohen,...

22.07.2025 3

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Michelle Obama urges authenticity on social media: Don't be afraid to 'expose' the 'messy or more complicated bits'

Michelle Obama says at this point in her life, she's learning to embrace the "messy" and "more complicated" parts of life, rather than project an...

22.07.2025 3

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CBS ending Colbert's 'The Late Show:' 'This is purely a financial decision'

CBS is nixing "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," rocking the late-night TV landscape in a move the network cited as a "financial decision." "'The...

18.07.2025 60

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Jon Stewart: 'Classic' Trump distractions barrage won't quell MAGA Epstein 'revolt'

Jon Stewart says President Trump's supporters are in an "open revolt" over his administration's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files — and that the...

15.07.2025 5

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Noem asks followers to choose favorite portrait of her as cowgirl

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is asking for an art-selecting assist, calling on her social media followers to help choose a Western-themed...

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'South Park' creators call Paramount-Skydance merger 'a s‑‑‑show'

The creators of "South Park" are blasting the planned merger between Paramount and Skydance following the delay of their animated series's season...

02.07.2025 2

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Bill Clinton says he wondered if Trump administration might try to ban his latest book

Former President Bill Clinton says that as the latest thriller he co-authored with James Patterson was being published, he wondered whether the Trump...

18.06.2025 3

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Rod Stewart: Trump has become 'somebody I didn't know'

Rod Stewart says that the presidency has changed Donald Trump — whom he once knew "very well" -- into someone he doesn't recognize.  “I’m not a...

18.06.2025 3

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Dolly Parton to receive honorary Oscar for humanitarian work

Dolly Parton is poised to be an Oscar winner — the "9 to 5" singer is being awarded an honorary statuette for her humanitarian work. The 79-year-old...

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Schwarzenegger: If you’re an immigrant in the US you should 'behave like a guest'

Arnold Schwarzenegger says immigrants in America need to treat the country as if they're houseguests and do everything they can to "keep things...

17.06.2025 3

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Cassidy, Warnock host National Seersucker Day at the Capitol

SPOTTED: A bipartisan group of senators sporting smiles in their seersuckers — and potentially proving that stripes could actually be what brings...

12.06.2025 4

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Simone Biles apologizes to Riley Gaines for getting 'personal' in clash over trans athletes

Simone Biles is apologizing to conservative activist Riley Gaines for getting "personal" in their recent clash over transgender athletes, but...

10.06.2025 2

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'Star Trek's' George Takei: Trump is the 'biggest Klingon around'

George Takei is targeting President Trump with the ultimate Trekkie insult, calling the commander in chief the "biggest Klingon around." "Change is...

10.06.2025 3

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Live updates: Hegseth clashes with Democrats over LA response, submarines

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth butted heads with Democrats on the House Appropriations subcommittee on defense Tuesday morning, declining to discuss...

10.06.2025 5

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Stephen A. Smith tells Jon Stewart: I'd rather be a 'hell-raiser' than a politician

Stephen A. Smith says he has "no desire" to run for office because he'd rather be a "hell-raiser." Appearing on "The Daily Show" on Monday night,...

10.06.2025 3

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'The Pitt's' Noah Wyle to make push for health care workers at Capitol

Noah Wyle is heading to the pit of political power, with a visit to Capitol Hill to push for funding for programs aimed at improving mental health...

10.06.2025 4

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Michelle Obama to release style book to spotlight 'the way our society defines beauty'

Michelle Obama is releasing a book focused on fashion and style that she says is an attempt to ignite a conversation about "the way our society...

05.06.2025 10

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Trump, Vance to attend 'Les Misérables' opening at Kennedy Center

President Trump and Melania Trump, along with Vice President Vance and Usha Vance, are poised to attend the opening night performance of "Les...

04.06.2025 3

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Ex-Biden press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre announces switch to independent with new book

Former White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, who worked for two Democratic presidents and had one of the most public-facing roles in the...

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Trump relishes fights with stars, be it Springsteen, Swift or Rosie O’Donnell

“Rosie is a very unattractive person, both inside and out,” Donald Trump said in an interview on “Entertainment Tonight.” “She's basically a...

25.05.2025 8

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Kid Rock seeks distance from Nashville restaurant after report of ICE raid dodge

Kid Rock says he doesn't "have anything to do" with the daily operations at a restaurant bearing his name after the Nashville dining spot was...

20.05.2025 2

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Bad blood: Trump takes new swipe at Taylor Swift

President Trump is indicating there's bad blood between him and Taylor Swift once again, reigniting his feud with the music star and claiming credit...

16.05.2025 20

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Tiffany Trump gives birth to first child

It's a "sweet baby boy" for Tiffany Trump, who's announcing the birth of her first child. "Welcome to the world our sweet baby boy, Alexander Trump...

15.05.2025 3

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Melania Trump unveils US stamp honoring Barbara Bush

Melania Trump is giving a first look at a new stamp honoring Barbara Bush, helping to unveil it at a White House ceremony despite a seemingly sticky...

09.05.2025 9

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Melania Trump in rare White House appearance says military moms face 'extraordinary parallel journey'

Melania Trump is urging mothers to prioritize their well-being, calling the birth of a child a "life-changing event that makes women invincible and...

08.05.2025 3

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Jon Voight on Trump tariffs: 'He wants us to be the Hollywood of old'

Jon Voight is speaking out about the tariff plan he said he presented to President Trump, saying the commander in chief is aiming to return Hollywood...

08.05.2025 4

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John Oliver calls UK version of 'Saturday Night Live' a 'terrible idea'

John Oliver doesn't appear to be a fan of making a British version of "Saturday Night Live," calling the forthcoming edition of the show a...

06.05.2025 4

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Slotkin plays 'Call of Duty' with young constituents: 'A lady zombie just killed me'

Sen. Elissa Slotkin is getting a zombie-filled "Call of Duty" education, playing the bestseller with a group of young gamers. "One of the best parts...

01.05.2025 4

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Pedro Almodóvar says Trump will 'go down in history as a catastrophe,' dedicates film award to the 'thousands deported'

Famed director Pedro Almodóvar says President Trump will "go down in history as a catastrophe," dedicating a film award to the "thousands...

29.04.2025 4

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Jon Stewart: Trump's lack of preparation for trade war shows he's an 'impulsive man-baby'

Comedian Jon Stewart is ripping President Trump's trade war and dubbing him the "worst negotiator," while describing Cabinet members as getting in...

29.04.2025 5

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Amid Trump absence, WH Correspondents' dinner delivers defiant message: We're not the 'enemy of the people'

Journalists at the White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) dinner offered an impassioned defense of their work at the annual event — which...

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Fewer parties, less glam as DC readies for 'weird' Trump 2.0 Correspondents' dinner

The theme of this year’s White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) dinner appears to be less is more. As Washington gears up for the annual...

25.04.2025 10

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White House correspondents' dinner weekend: List of events

From First Amendment-focused fêtes to artificial intelligence-centered shindigs, Washington is readying for parties and events during what's become a...

24.04.2025 5

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Seth Rogen calls out Silicon Valley's Trump support in cut awards-show remarks: Report

Seth Rogen's remarks critical of President Trump and his support from tech executives at a ceremony "honoring scientists as heroes of our society"...

16.04.2025 3

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White House moves Obama portrait for painting depicting Trump assassination attempt

A portrait of President Trump that depicts him raising his fist immediately following the attempt on his life last summer at a Butler, Pa., rally is...

12.04.2025 100

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Prince Harry makes visit to Ukraine, meets with wounded veterans

Prince Harry is touching down in Ukraine, getting a first-hand look at a rehabilitation center in the war-torn country. The Duke of Sussex visited...

11.04.2025 6

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China restricting Hollywood film imports in retaliation for Trump tariff escalation

China is hitting Hollywood amid President Trump's escalating trade war, saying it plans on cutting back on the number of American movie titles it...

10.04.2025 10

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After skipping Trump inauguration, Michelle Obama says 'I chose to do what was best for me'

Michelle Obama on Tuesday appeared to open up publicly for the first time about her decision to skip President Trump's inauguration, saying she's at...

10.04.2025 20

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A boozy battle: Maryland, Delaware in spirited debate to make 'orange crush' their official cocktail

A boozy battle is brewing between Maryland and Delaware — with both states designating the "orange crush" as their official cocktails. Lawmakers in...

09.04.2025 5

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National Recording Registry adds Elton John, Mary J. Blige albums, Minecraft soundtrack

Songs from Elton John, Celine Dion and Mary J. Blige; the cast recording of "Hamilton;" and the Microsoft Windows reboot chime are being recognized as...

09.04.2025 10

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