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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s love story, from friendship bracelets to wedding rings

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have officially tied the knot. The pop superstar and football champion were married Friday at Madison Square Garden, as confirmed by Swift's publicist. The marquee outside the venue announced the news with "JUST&T MARRIED." Their relationship has spanned three years, including two Super Bowls and the highest-grossing tour of all time. The couple first connected when Kelce attended Swift’s concert in July 2023. Their romance blossomed with public appearances and mutual support. The wedding featured no bridesmaids or groomsmen, with Swift’s brother as her man of honor and Kelce’s brother as best man.

Hot dog eating champs seek to repeat in Nathan's Famous contest

NEW YORK (AP) — The Nathan’s Famous hot dog eating contest is marking the United States’ 250th birthday with chomp and circumstance. Saturday's competition comes after an eventful year for the annual wiener showdown and one of its stars. Contest sponsor Nathan’s Famous was sold in January to packaged meat giant Smithfield Foods. A few months later, reigning men’s champ and record-holder Joey Chestnut was accused of slapping a man in an Indiana bar and pleaded guilty in April to a misdemeanor battery charge. But the frankfurter fest rolls on in New York's Coney Island. Chestnut and Miki Sudo are set to defend last year’s wins in the men’s and women’s divisions, respectively.

From ‘The Invite’ to ‘The Studio,’ Seth Rogen loves screaming at Olivia Wilde

Seth Rogen and Olivia Wilde have found a unique chemistry in screaming at each other on screen. They first explored this dynamic in “The Studio” and now in “The Invite,” which opens nationwide on July 10. Wilde says they have a mutual understanding that allows them to perform without holding back. The two actors first met at a table read for “Knocked Up” over 20 years ago. Rogen and Wilde spoke about their roles and the film’s American themes. Wilde also shared insights on creative freedom, contrasting her experience with studio productions.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce marry in front of famous friends at Madison Square Garden

NEW YORK (AP) — Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married. Swift’s publicist confirms the ceremony took place Friday evening at Madison Square Garden. The star-studded event didn’t include bridesmaids or groomsmen. Instead, Swift’s brother was her man of honor, and Kelce’s brother Jason was his best man. Fans gathered outside MSG in the heat, eager to witness the occasion, though it was mostly hidden. Few details were disclosed beforehand, but a permit obtained by The Associated Press confirmed the high-profile event would happen over the July Fourth weekend amid a massive heatwave.

The best movies of 2026 so far, from 'Project Hail Mary' to 'Rose of Nevada'

The best films of the year so far include “Project Hail Mary,” “Disclosure Day” and “Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie.” That's according to the picks of AP Film Writers Jake Coyle and Lindsey Bahr. Other favorites of the critics at the year's halfway point include the time-traveling indie “Rose of Nevada,” the mythic revenge thriller “Is God Is” and the antic animated feature “Minions & Monsters.” Coyle and Bahr also single out the directorial debut “Blue Heron” and Pixar's “Hoppers.”

How 'Country Roads' became the soundtrack of the US team's World Cup run

John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads” has become the unofficial anthem of the U.S. men’s national soccer team at the World Cup, with players and fans singing it together after victories. John Denver's estate says the song’s simple, relatable message has helped it transcend its lyrics, which focus on West Virginia. The song was actually inspired by a drive through Maryland and could have gone to Johnny Cash before Denver recorded it in 1971. “Country Roads” cowriter Bill Danoff told The Associated Press that he’s honored that the U.S. team has embraced the song, and that Denver, who died in a plane crash in 1997, would have relished watching the most recent match.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donate $26M to charities ahead of wedding

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have donated $26 million to charities this week ahead of their Friday wedding at Madison Square Garden. According to Swift's publicist, the donations were spread out across 20 local and national charities. The announcement did not include any mention of Swift and Kelce’s wedding, but a law enforcement official briefed on security plans has told AP that the wedding will be held Friday, with a smaller rehearsal dinner Thursday night. Nine of the selected organizations are based in New York, ranging from the Food Bank For NYC, City Harvest, to Musical Mentors, a nonprofit that connects music teachers with students in need.

Trump reads a children's book on Usha Vance's podcast, then riffs on past presidents and himself

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has offered a running commentary on his predecessors, his physique, and how he’s spending his time in the White House on second lady Usha Vance's podcast where guests are supposed to read picture books to children. In Trump’s appearance on Vance’s “Storytime with the Second Lady,” podcast, which was posted online Friday, the president read “Presidents Play!” a children’s book from the White House Historical Association that features illustrations of the presidents enjoying sports and using the White House and its grounds for recreation.

Czech film fest in Karlovy Vary honors Dustin Hoffman and Juliette Binoche

PRAGUE (AP) — The Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in the Czech Republic kicks off its 60th edition with honors for actors Dustin Hoffman and Juliette Binoche. Hoffman, known for his roles in “Kramer vs. Kramer” and “Rain Man,” is set to be honored for his artistic contribution to world cinema on the opening night Friday. On Saturday, he will present “The Graduate.” Binoche, an Oscar winner for “The English Patient,” will receive the same award at the closing ceremony on July 11. The festival will also honor cinematographer Robert Richardson and feature 12 movies competing for the Crystal Globe.