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Cyberattack Forces Brussels Airport to Cancel More Flights

The announcement signaled that delays and cancellations, which snarled traffic at major European travel hubs over the weekend, would continue into a third day.

West Point Alumni Group Cancels Award Honoring Tom Hanks

The group was to bestow the Sylvanus Thayer Award on the actor, but it said it was canceling the event to focus on preparing academy…

Morten Harket, a-ha’s Lead Singer, Has Parkinson’s Disease

Harket, best known for his band’s infectious 1985 synth-pop hit “Take on Me,” revealed his illness in an interview on a-ha’s website.

Meet Lamb Chop, America’s Hottest Dog Toy

Beloved by generations of children as a famous TV puppet, the plush lamb has now earned elite status among an unlikely fan base: dogs.

At 17, She Just Passed the State Bar of California

Sophia Park is believed to be the youngest person to pass the California State Bar Exam, besting the previous record-holder: her older brother, Peter.

Lana Del Rey Wed a Swamp Tour Guide, Joining Other Celebrities Who Married a Normie

The pop singer and songwriter married her longtime boyfriend, Jeremy Dunfre. Other celebrities have also wed someone who’s not rich or famous.

Attention Kmart Shoppers: It’s Closing Time

As the last full-size Kmart in the continental United States prepares to close, shoppers reminisced about the store that once sold everything, everywhere.

John Ashton, ‘Beverly Hills Cop’ Actor, Dies at 76

He had a long career, but he was most widely recognized for his role as John Taggart in the Eddie Murphy franchise.

Man Found Guilty in Shooting Death of Rapper Young Dolph

The man, Justin Johnson, was sentenced to life in prison on Thursday for the fatal 2021 shooting of Young Dolph, who was gunned down outside…

Iceland Ice Wall Collapse: 1 Tourist Is Dead and 2 Are Trapped

The tourists were part of a group exploring a glacier in southeastern Iceland when an ice canyon wall collapsed. A fourth tourist was rescued, officials…