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Hemingway’s masterpiece on Spain's bull runs turns 100 years old with its allure intact

PAMPLONA, Spain (AP) — One hundred years ago a book was published that put Spain's biggest bull run festival on the map for millions of readers around the world. Ernest Hemingway's 1926 novel “The Sun Also Rises” has inspired generations of adventurers to travel to Pamplona each year for the weeklong San Fermin bull run festival. This year is a must-not-miss festival for the biggest fans of the novel that is a classic work of American modernism. Americans remain the leading foreign nationality for the daredevils who test their mettle each morning during the festival by running down the streets of Pamplona with a small herd of charging bulls.

White House report brands Smithsonian leadership as radical activists who can't be trusted

NEW YORK (AP) — A White House report brands the leadership of the Smithsonian Institution, especially at the National Museum of American History, as radical activists who cannot be trusted. The report could indicated that President Donald Trump may be preparing to install his own team. The report by the White House Domestic Policy Council comes out at a time when Trump is undertaking an aggressive campaign to overhaul some of Washington’s most sacred cultural and historic institutions. In March, he revealed his intention to force changes at the Smithsonian Institution with an executive order that targeted funding for programs that advanced “divisive narratives” and “improper ideology.”

What to Stream: Rolling Stones, 'Little House on the Prairie' and 'Backrooms'

The latest Rolling Stones album and the streaming debut of the hit movie “Backrooms” are some of the new entertainment options available this week. The Stones' “Foreign Tongues” album includes collaborations with Paul McCartney, Steve Winwood and more. Finn Wolfhard and Adam Lambert also release new albums on July 10. On the streaming side, “Backrooms,” directed by Kane Parsons, debuts on premium video-on-demand on July 7. “Reminders of Him” and “The Long Walk” are also available this week. In gaming, “College Football 27” and “Echoes of Aincrad” are set for release. A new version of “Little House on the Prairie” debuts on Netflix.

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.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married. What to know about the wedding

NEW YORK (AP) — Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have tied the knot at Madison Square Garden. Adam Sandler officiated the star-studded event, which included guests like Camila Cabello, Hugh Grant, and Gigi Hadid. The announcement was made Friday evening. But many details remain hidden including photos of the couple's attire. Even on Saturday, few details had leaked out. Swift wore Cartier jewelry, and both wore outfits by Christian Dior Haute Couture. Celebrities and fans alike have rushed to celebrate the couple's marriage, with Dolly Parton even joking about their future children.

Prince Harry's UK trip sparks media buzz over whether Meghan and kids will join him

LONDON (AP) — King Charles III’s estranged son is traveling to the land of his birth for a series of charity engagements that begin Tuesday. But for most royal watchers that’s just background noise. For the past 10 days, British tabloids and news broadcasts have been filled with speculation about whether Harry’s wife, Meghan, will accompany him and, more importantly, whether they will bring their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, so they can finally get to know Grandpa Charles. But everything is up in the air as Harry continues to battle a government committee that has refused to authorize police protection for the prince and his family.

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.

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.”

Joey Chestnut eats 66 hot dogs to again claim Mustard Belt at Nathan's Famous contest

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 both defended their last year’s wins in the men’s and women’s divisions, respectively.