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The Princess of Wales made a dazzling return to high jewelry. Kate Middleton wore an historic, diamond-encrusted tiara to a state banquet on December 3. The event was held at Windsor Castle with Prince William by her side. This was not just any royal accessory. It was Queen Victoria’s Oriental Circlet Tiara, last seen publicly nearly two decades ago. The headpiece marked a significant style statement for the senior working royal. A Crown Steeped in Royal History and Superstition The tiara is a masterpiece from royal jeweler Garrard & Co. It was originally commissioned by Prince Albert in 1853. The…

Amazon Web Services is making its biggest push yet into agentic AI. The cloud giant’s flagship conference, AWS re:Invent 2025, is underway in Las Vegas. New announcements center on AI that can work independently for users. CEO Matt Garman set the tone in his opening keynote. He stated AI agents represent the next major shift, moving beyond simple assistants. This shift is where businesses will start seeing real financial returns from their AI investments. Frontier Agents and New Tools Take Center Stage A major reveal was a trio of new “Frontier” AI agents. One, named Kiro, is an autonomous coding…

Dominic McLaughlin, the young actor cast as Harry Potter in HBO’s upcoming series, received a surprise letter from Daniel Radcliffe. The original film star sent the note to offer support. McLaughlin described the gesture as “insane” during a recent interview. The actor revealed he was on a train when his father handed him the letter. He recognized the signature at the bottom, sending him into a private frenzy. This personal welcome highlights a touching passing of the torch between the two actors. A New Generation Steps Into the Wizarding World McLaughlin was announced for the iconic role in May. Filming…

Dakota Johnson helped present over $1 million in college scholarships this week. The event was The Hollywood Reporter’s Women in Entertainment breakfast in Beverly Hills. It took place on Wednesday at the Beverly Hills Hotel. Johnson was joined by actresses Regina Hall and Chase Infiniti. They awarded the funds to high school students from underserved Los Angeles communities. The scholarships are part of a long-running mentorship program. Program History and Major Partners Fuel Success The Women in Entertainment Mentorship Program began 16 years ago. It is a joint effort with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles. According to…

The College Football Playoff selection committee released its new top-25 list on Tuesday. In a surprising move, Alabama jumped Notre Dame to claim the No. 9 spot. Notre Dame fell to No. 10. Both teams won their games last weekend. This switch could significantly impact the final playoff bracket. The committee’s decision highlights the intense debate over team strength and resume at this crucial stage. Committee Chair Explains the Close Call CFP chair Hunter Yurachek addressed the flip shortly after the rankings were public. He called the Alabama-Notre Dame debate one of the strongest in recent years. The committee reviewed…

A homeowner in Indiana shot and killed a woman at his door last November. The victim was a house cleaner who went to the wrong address. This tragic case in Whitestown is testing legal boundaries again.It highlights a disturbing national pattern. Similar mistaken-address shootings have occurred from South Carolina to New York. These incidents push stand your ground laws into complex, heartbreaking territory. A Pattern of Tragic Mistakes and Legal Defenses According to court documents, Curt Andersen fired through his front door. He did so without warning. The victim was Maria Florinda Rios Perez De Velasquez.Andersen has been charged with…

Amazon is making a major play for the developer community. The tech giant announced a free one-year credit program for its Kiro Pro+ AI coding tool. The offer targets venture capital-backed startups. AWS CEO Matt Garman revealed the news at the re:Invent 2025 conference in Las Vegas. This move directly challenges established rivals like GitHub Copilot and Claude Code. Amazon hopes to attract early-stage companies to its ecosystem. It is a classic customer acquisition strategy in the competitive cloud wars. Eligibility and Strategic Restrictions Apply The offer has clear qualifications. Only startups from pre-seed to Series B funding stages are…

The vault of Scott Weiland has opened for the first time. His estate released a previously unheard song. The track marks the ten-year anniversary of the singer’s death. The song is titled “If I Could Fly.” It was written privately in 2000. Weiland penned it after the birth of his son, Noah. Song Emerges from Private Archive for 10-Year Milestone “If I Could Fly” is a deeply personal ballad. It first appeared on a Record Store Day Black Friday vinyl release. It is now available on all major streaming platforms. The release was confirmed by the singer’s official social media…

Atlético Mineiro hosts Palmeiras tonight in a decisive Brasileirão Serie A match. The game kicks off at 9:30 PM local time in Belo Horizonte’s Arena MRV. Both teams enter with urgent but different objectives in the final stretch of the season. This high-stakes **Atlético Mineiro vs Palmeiras** encounter will directly impact the league’s playoff picture. Palmeiras aims to lock down a top-four finish and secure Copa Libertadores qualification. Atlético Mineiro desperately needs points to push for a higher table position and avoid a disappointing campaign. The pressure is immense for both sides in this classic Brazilian football rivalry. Palmeiras Seeks…

A viral video caused major alarm at the University of Arizona on Wednesday. The footage showed a man holding a gun, sparking active shooter fears. The clip spread rapidly across social media platforms. Panicked posts claimed the campus was under lockdown. University officials and police quickly moved to address the situation. They confirmed there was no active threat to the community. Police Investigation Determines Video Was Not Filmed on Campus The University of Arizona Police Department issued a clear statement. They confirmed awareness of the circulating video. According to NBC affiliate KVOA, authorities determined the incident was not on campus.…

Masha Bucher built a unique venture capital firm. Her company, Day One Ventures, combines funding with powerful PR support. This strategy helps startups break through the constant noise. The firm was an early investor in notable companies like Superhuman and Remote.com. According to TechCrunch, Bucher recently discussed her methods on the Equity podcast. She argues that traditional public relations is fundamentally broken for modern founders. The “Funded with PR” Model in Action Day One Ventures operates on a core principle. It invests in companies and then provides hands-on communications strategy. This model is designed to help startups from their very…

The highly anticipated final showdown of the mega-hit series will be simultaneously playing out on both the small and big screen, and Netflix on Tuesday revealed both the official runtime for the feature-length ending, as well as the locations where fans can see the final episode in movie theaters. First, the official run time for The Finale will be two hours and five minutes. Next, fan screenings of the final episode of the coming-of-age sci-fi saga will be taking place in more than 500 theaters in the U.S. and Canada starting on Dec. 31 at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET…

A$AP Rocky and Margaret Qualley embarked on a new chapter as a couple in Chanel’s latest short film. Just one day after announcing that the American rapper, whose real name is Rakim Athelston Mayers, is the newest ambassador of the brand, a three-minute clip was released starring Rihanna’s longtime partner as a lover to Qualley. Directed by French filmmaker Michel Gondry, the video dropped on Sunday, November 30, with the Praise the Lord singer and the Happy Gilmore 2 actress waking up together in bed before Qualley, 31, rushes off to a New York City subway. The Highest 2 Lowest…

The 2025 BAFTA Breakthrough U.S. cohort has arrived, with One Battle After Another breakout Chase Infiniti and Sinners star Miles Caton included on the list of rising star creatives working in film, games and television. BAFTA North America unveiled the lineup Tuesday. The British Academy’s flagship talent initiative provides a springboard for stars on the rise, and includes creatives working in costume design, production, casting, editing and games design, as well as performance, directing, composing and cinematography. Also featured on this year’s list is Brandon Wilson, best known for his outing in 2024’s Nickel Boys and Eva Victor, writer-director-star of…

India has backed away from its plan to force smartphone makers to preinstall a government app on all devices, following backlash and mounting concerns that the mandate would expand state access to users’ devices and weaken privacy protections. On Wednesday, the Indian telecom ministry said Sanchar Saathi, an anti-theft and cybersecurity protection app, would remain voluntary and that smartphone makers would no longer be required to preload it on devices they sell. The new notice effectively reverses a directive issued to manufacturers last week (and circulated online on Monday) that had instructed manufacturers to bake the app into all devices…

“I wanted the fans to see what I see when we’re onstage — music and art as one,” Wood says. “My hope is the Stones fans can feel the music when they look at these paintings” The Rolling Stones took the past year off from the road to spend time working with producer Andrew Watt on a follow-up to 2023’s Hackney Diamonds, and to oversee the extensive reissue of their 1976 LP, Black and Blue. The downtime happened to coincide with Ronnie Wood’s 50th anniversary as an official Stone. To commemorate the occasion, Wood created portraits showcasing the members of…

In December 2025, YouTube finally brought the annual recap phenomenon to its main stage. If you’ve ever shared your Spotify Wrapped or Amazon Delivered stats with friends, you’ll recognize the thrill. But YouTube’s Recap isn’t just about numbers—it’s about your personal journey through the sprawling world of online video. For years, YouTube Music users have enjoyed personalized summaries of their listening habits. Now, for the first time, YouTube is offering a similar experience for everyone who spends time on its main video platform. The company’s announcement, covered by NDTV and The Hindu, reveals a feature crafted over nine rounds of…

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was grilled by New York Times Dealbook author Andrew Ross Sorkin Wednesday about President Trump’s apparent effort to persuade Paramount to green light Rush Hour 4, a buddy comedy sequel from director Brett Ratner. Trump reportedly told Larry Ellison about his desire to see the film get made, and Paramount, run by his son David Ellison, has since agreed to distribute it. Sorkin, interviewing Bessent at his annual Dealbook Summit in New York, framed the ask as part of a larger trend of companies with business before the government seeking to placate the president. “There is…

Neil Patrick Harris’s reaction to Abby Lee Miller’s latest social media post is legen—wait for it—dary. The Dance Momsalum attended a performance of the How I Met Your Motheractor’s Broadway play Artin New York City, where she waited outside the stage door tosnap photos with the cast, including James Corden and Bobby Cannavale. But when Abby, 60, posted a selfie with Neil online, the 52-year-old’s face appeared visibly smoothed over—and he couldn’t help but point out the apparent retouching. “Ummm…” he commented on the Dec. 1 Instagram post, “what did you do to my face..?” And he wasn’t the only…

Uber customers in Dallas may get an Avride-branded robotaxi the next time they hail a ride. A year after announcing their partnership, Uber and Avride have launched a commercial robotaxi service in Dallas. The service comes with a few caveats, however, including the addition of a human safety operator behind the wheel and a limited operating area. The companies said fully driverless operations, without a safety operator, will begin in the future and the service area will expand. For Uber, the launch closes out a year of rapid dealmaking — and deployments — with a variety of autonomous vehicle technology…

Quick Read Forbes 30 Under 30 2026 highlights innovators in finance and media under age 30. Kobalt Labs, Slash, and Rogo are AI-powered startups transforming financial compliance and analysis. Crypto founders like Asta Li and Giovanni Vignone are securing digital assets for millions of users. Tyrah Majors and Heran Mamo earned media honors for impactful journalism and diversity advocacy. 30% of honorees are women, 41% identify as people of color, and 73% are founders. AI, Fintech, and Compliance: Young Founders Take On Wall Street Forbes’ annual 30 Under 30 list is more than a roll call of youthful achievement—it’s a…

A suspect has been taken into custody after a shooting took place near the White House in Washington DC on Wednesday, November 26, as per DC Police. Two National Guard members were shot, as per Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. Police presence after shooting near White House in Washington DC.(X/@MikeCarterTV) “Please join me in praying for the two National Guardsmen who were just shot moments ago in Washington D.C. @DHSgov is working with local law enforcement to gather more information,” she wrote on X. DC Police Department wrote on X “Critical Incident: MPD is on the scene of…

Daniel Lopatin scored director Josh Safdie’s new A24 film Marty Supreme, and he’s now shared the details of his soundtrack album. The 22-song Marty Supreme (Orginal Soundtrack) is out December 25 via A24 Music. Take a look at the tracklist and album cover below. Marty Supreme hits U.S. theaters on December 25. It stars Timothée Chalamet (as aspiring table tennis star Marty Mauser), alongside Gwyneth Paltrow, Odessa A’zion, Kevin O’Leary, Tyler, the Creator, Abel Ferrara, and Fran Drescher. Lopatin has a long collaborative history with Josh Safdie and his filmmaking brother, Benny. He previously scored the Safdies’ Good Time and…

With new AI models, health-tracking companies have realized that they can now provide insights using both structured and unstructured data. The new goal is to create interfaces and modalities that make it easier for users to create a habit of logging their meals or workouts, along with having an ever-present AI assistant that can guide people in areas like nutrition and exercise. Khosla-backed health startup Healthify on Tuesday launched a new version of its health assistant Ria, which you can converse with live, via voice, and by using the camera for getting input about your food. The startup is using…