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Capybaras take their turn as the holiday season's 'it' animal

ST. LOUIS (AP) — The world’s largest rodent is having a big moment. The capybara – a semi-aquatic South American relative of the guinea pig -- is the latest in a long line of “it” animals to get star treatment during the holiday shopping season.

Dec 18, 2024 6:51 AM Read more >

Kiran Desai to publish first novel since 'The Inheritance of Loss' came out nearly 20 years ago

NEW YORK (AP) — A new novel from Kiran Desai , her first fiction since the Booker Prize-winning “The Inheritance of Loss” came out nearly 20 years ago, will be published next fall.

Dec 18, 2024 6:06 AM Read more >

Edmunds: These are the best full-size trucks for daily driving and off-roading

Full-size trucks are hugely popular thanks to their ability to get tough jobs done. This characteristic equally applies to those times when paved roads end and off-road hardware becomes essential to getting to your given destination.

Dec 18, 2024 4:40 AM Read more >

How to avoid financial stress during the holiday season

NEW YORK (AP) — The holidays are meant to be a time of celebration with family and friends.

Dec 18, 2024 4:07 AM Read more >

Court rules that UK police can seize millions from Andrew Tate in tax dispute

LONDON (AP) — A British court ruled Wednesday that police can seize more than 2 million pounds ($2.5 million) in unpaid taxes from influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan.

Dec 18, 2024 3:43 AM Read more >

Pharrell Williams is named a UNESCO goodwill ambassador

PARIS (AP) — Pop star and fashion designer Pharrell Williams was named UNESCO’s goodwill ambassador for artistic education and entrepreneurship on Tuesday in Paris, continuing his cultural dominance of the French capital as Louis Vuitton menswear art

Dec 18, 2024 1:48 AM Read more >

Megan Thee Stallion seeks restraining order, says imprisoned Tory Lanez continues to harass her

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Megan Thee Stallion asked a court on Tuesday to issue a restraining order against Tory Lanez , who she says is harassing her from prison through surrogates as he serves a 10-year sentence for shooting her in the feet.

Dec 17, 2024 9:01 PM Read more >

'Vanderpump Rules' star James Kennedy says he's committed to change after domestic violence arrest

LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Vanderpump Rules” star James Kennedy says he is determined to make changes and seek sobriety after he was arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violence for allegedly throwing his girlfriend to the ground.

Dec 17, 2024 6:47 PM Read more >

Megan Thee Stallion seeks restraining order, says imprisoned Tory Lanez continues to harass her

Megan Thee Stallion asked a court on Tuesday to issue a restraining order against Tory Lanez , who she says is harassing her from prison through surrogates as he serves a 10-year sentence for shooting her in the feet.

Dec 17, 2024 5:26 PM Read more >

Matthew Rankin's 'Universal Language' advances to next round in Oscars race

TORONTO — Canada's Oscar submission for best international feature film, the absurdist dramedy "Universal Language," is advancing to the next round in the race, officials announced Tuesday.

Dec 17, 2024 2:14 PM Read more >