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Alix Earle says podcaster feud is ‘exaggerated’
The TikTok star on “TODAY” addressed an alleged rift between her and another internet personality.
Sports Illustrated swimsuit cover models for 2026 have been revealed
“TODAY” exclusively revealed the covers for SI Swimsuit 2026, which features Alix Earle, Tiffany Haddish, Hilary Duff and Nicole Williams English. 
South Florida officers sue Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, claiming details in ‘The Rip’ are too real
“The Rip” features Affleck and Damon as South Florida police officers who find millions of dollars inside a house. 
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy defends new reality show amid backlash
Critics have called Duffy’s road-trip show “out of touch” when gas prices are soaring amid the U.S. war with Iran.
‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ bests ‘Mortal Kombat II’ at the box office
“The Devil Wears Prada 2” earned a chart-topping $43 million in its second weekend, while “Mortal Kombat II” took in $40 million in its first.
Britney Spears opens up about her ‘spiritual journey’ following reckless driving guilty plea
The 44-year-old was sentenced to a year of probation and one night in jail after she was arrested on suspicion of DUI.
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The #MeToo law keeping Blake Lively’s case alive
A California statute is designed to protect people who publicly report allegations of sexual misconduct from retaliatory defamation claims.
Joni Lamb, Christian broadcaster and Daystar Television Network president, dies at 65
The network wrote that Lamb died from “serious health issues” that were worsened by a back injury.
White House slams ‘Star Wars’ star Mark Hamill over post depicting Trump in a grave
The actor, known for his role as Luke Skywalker, has been among Trump’s most vocal critics, often posting on social media about the president. 
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From sold out to unsold: Artists and fans skip on concerts as prices skyrocket
The rising price of going on tour for artists is colliding with sky-high ticket prices for fans — leading to canceled shows and disappointment.
Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy to run amok in ‘Hocus Pocus 3’
Winifred, Sarah and Mary will reunite again after causing chaos in the 2022 sequel “Hocus Pocus 2.”
