Prince Harry takes the stand in his phone hacking lawsuit against Daily Mail
LONDON (AP) — Prince Harry has taken the witness stand in his case against the publisher of the Daily Mail. He claims the Mail and its sister newspaper invaded his privacy, causing him distress and paranoia. Harry and six others, including Elton John and Elizabeth Hurley, allege unlawful information gathering by Associated Newspapers Ltd. over two decades. The company denies the allegations and plans to reveal sources during the nine-week trial. This marks Harry's second time testifying in court, breaking royal tradition. The case involves significant financial stakes and accusations of privacy invasion by the tabloids.
Rome pays its last tribute to fashion 'emperor' Valentino in a two-day public viewing
ROME (AP) — Rome is paying its last tribute to legendary designer Valentino, who made of his high-glamour gowns and trademark shade of red an iconic symbol of Italian elegance. Valentino Garavani, who died aged 93 at his Rome residence on Monday, built his house in the Italian capital, where he will be lying in state at his foundation in Piazza Mignanelli on Wednesday and Thursday, just a few steps away from the world-known Spanish Steps. His funeral will be held on Friday in the Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri in central Rome.
'West Wing' actor Timothy Busfield released from New Mexico jail pending trial
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Actor Timothy Busfield has been released from a jail in New Mexico, where he faces charges of child sexual abuse. Attorneys for the actor known for appearances in “The West Wing” and “Field of Dreams” successfully argued during a detention hearing Tuesday that he's not a danger to the community. Prosecutors sought to keep him behind bars, emphasizing the gravity of the charges and what they say is a pattern of sexual misconduct, grooming behavior and abuse of power by Busfield over decades. Busfield is accused of inappropriately touching a minor while working as a director on the set of the TV series “The Cleaning Lady.” Busfield denies the allegations.
Pharrell opens Vuitton’s monogram anniversary year with cinematic menswear show
PARIS (AP) — Pharrell Williams opened a celebration year for Louis Vuitton’s monogram — marking the house’s 130th anniversary of its most recognizable signature — with a Fall-Winter 2026 men’s show that was equal parts brand pageant and movie set.Inside the Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris, a grassy runway ran in the round. At its center sat a glass-walled, minimalist apartment — part bedroom, part display box — where models kept entering and exiting like characters crossing movie scenes. It was also a celebrity-heavy room, with a front row mixing music, film and online fame—SZA, Usher, Future, Jackson Wang and others, plus a runway debut to seal the crossover: BamBam of Korean boy band GOT7.
Han Kang, Angela Flournoy, Arundhati Roy nominated for National Book Critics Circle awards
NEW YORK (AP) — Novels by Nobel laureate Han Kang and Angela Flournoy, along with a memoir by Arundhati Roy, are finalists for the National Book Critics Circle awards. The critics association announced nominees in eight competitive categories and three honorary winners. Celebrated author-journalist Frances Fitzgerald will receive a lifetime achievement award. On Tuesday, NBCC President Adam Dalva praised the finalists for broadening creative and social horizons. Han's “We Do Not Part” is a fiction finalist. Roy is nominated in autobiography for “Mother Mary Comes to Me.” Winners will be announced on March 26.
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Brooklyn Beckham accuses David and Victoria of putting branding before family and sabotaging wedding
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Brooklyn Beckham has accused his parents, David and Victoria Beckham, of trying to sabotage his marriage and putting branding ahead of family. In a series of Instagram posts, the eldest of their four children says his parents have above all sought to control narratives in the press throughout his life. He says he doesn't want to reconcile with them. Brooklyn married American actor Nicola Peltz in 2022, and many of his grievances stem from their wedding. He claims his mother bailed on designing Peltz's dress and “hijacked” their first dance to his embarrassment. David and Victoria Beckham did not have an immediate public response to the posts, and messages left for their representatives were not immediately answered.
Music Review: Megadeth is going out on top with ferocious self-titled final album
Megadeth is going out on their own thunderous terms. The Grammy-winning thrash metal pioneers will release their self-titled 17th and final studio album on Friday. It marks more than 40 years of guitar-shredding. The album kicks off with “Tipping Point,” a furious first single featuring classic Megadeth elements like blistering guitar solos and crunchy riffs. The Associated Press’ Dennis Waszak Jr. writes in his review that the album is a fittingly loud farewell, sending the band out on top. The album includes a reimagined version of Metallica’s “Ride The Lightning.” Founder, frontman and the only constant member of Megadeth Dave Mustaine says he added the song to pay respects to his career's beginnings.
Channing Tatum to bring his dancing, ab-heavy 'Magic Mike Live' to New York City
NEW YORK (AP) — Channing Tatum is bringing “Magic Mike Live” to New York City, promising to “turn up the gas” on the popular show. The stage spinoff of the film franchise will open at the Copacabana nightclub. Tatum tells The Associated Press that the show flips the traditional male revue, putting women in the audience first. It features 13 men, a female emcee, songs, dancing, and audience participation. The creators say the venue is a mix of a nightclub and theatrical space. Tatum aims to move away from the old version of male entertaining, which he calls misogynistic and degrading.
What to know about the 2026 Grammys, where Kendrick Lamar, Bad Bunny and Lady Gaga go head-to-head
NEW YORK (AP) — The 2026 Grammy Awards will take place Feb. 1 at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. This year marks a return to normalcy after the 2025 award show was altered to focus on supporting relief efforts following the devastating Los Angeles-area wildfires. Recording Academy CEO and President Harvey Mason jr. says viewers can expect history-making moments. The main show will air live on CBS beginning at 8 p.m. Eastern. Paramount+ Premium plan subscribers will be able to stream the Grammy Awards live as well. A premiere ceremony will take place at 12:30 p.m. Pacific at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. It can be streamed at the Recording Academy’s YouTube channel and on live.GRAMMY.com.
Valentino, designer whose gowns made royals and movie stars feel beautiful, dies at 93
MILAN (AP) — Valentino Garavani, the iconic Italian designer known for his glamorous gowns and signature “Valentino red,” has died at 93. His foundation said he died Monday at his Rome residence. Valentino's designs were beloved by royals, first ladies, and movie stars, including Jackie Kennedy Onassis and Julia Roberts. His creations were a staple on the red carpet for nearly 50 years, from the 1960s until his retirement in 2008. His body will repose in Rome on Wednesday and Thursday, with a funeral on Friday. Valentino's timeless elegance and understanding of beauty made him a fashion legend.
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