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Andy Warhol's 'Marilyn' Auction Nabs $195M; Most for US Artist
Andy Warhol's "Shot Sage Blue Marilyn" sold for a cool $195 million on Monday, making the iconic portrait of Marilyn Monroe the most expensive work by a U.S. artist ever sold at auction.
Wordle Answer Changed to Avoid Fraught Word, NY Times Says
The New York Times moved swiftly to change Monday's answer to its daily Wordle puzzle out of fear that it would be seen as some sort of commentary on the debate over abortion rights.
Target Accused of Selling 'Silence = Death' Pride Shirt Without ACT UP's Permission
Target is in hot water with LGBTQ rights organizations over its new Pride shirt.
Joshua Cohen, the late Winfred Rembert Win Arts Pulitzers
Joshua Cohen's "The Netanyahus," a comic and rigorous campus novel based on the true story of the father of former Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seeking a job in academia, has won the Pulitzer Prize for fiction.
Watch Out Olympian Dominic Clarke Wow 'The Voice' Judges with His Vocal Chops
Last year out Olympian Dominic Clarke made headlines as part of the Australian gymnastics team where he made the finals for performing on the trampoline. This week he wowed the judges on Australia's "The Voice" with his vocal prowess.
Malin+Goetz Announces Plans for Pride
Getting a jump start on pride month, Malin+Goetz has just announced a "Pucker up for Pride" campaign, ensuring that everyone's lips are super nourished and hydrated for pride weekend.
Skin and Hair Care Products Worth the Splurge
One of the best parts about writing about beauty is all the free products. These are the products that are so good I spent my own money on replacing them.
Edmunds: 2022 Honda Passport vs. 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Small families and empty nesters who want a bit more versatility can enjoy a midsize crossover's cabin volume without the need to stow or store unused seats.
Tennessee Governor Signs Collegiate Transgender Athlete Ban
Republican Gov. Bill Lee on Friday signed off on legislation banning transgender athletes from participating in female college sports.
S. Carolina Nears Transgender Sports Ban after Senate Vote
The South Carolina Senate approved a bill Wednesday that would ban transgender students from playing girls' or women's sports in public schools and colleges.
Watch: Original 'Queer Eye' Star Kyan Douglas Retires From TV Appearances
Original "Queer Eye" star Kyan Douglas announces plans to retire from TV appearances.
Met Gala Brings in a Record $17.4 Million, Museum Says
All that "gilded glamour" brought in some real gold. This year's Met Gala earned a record $17.4 million, museum officials said Tuesday.
Stephen Sondheim Celebrated by Dench, Peters at London Gala
Judi Dench was given a standing ovation for "Send in The Clowns." Bernadette Peters bent over with her back to the audience and with her head between her legs blasted her trumpet to "You Gotta Get A Gimmick."
US Officials: Brittney Griner Considered Wrongfully Detained
The Biden administration has determined that WNBA star Brittney Griner is being wrongfully detained in Russia, meaning the U.S. will more aggressively work to secure her release even as the legal case against her plays out, two U.S. officials said.
Met Gala Exhibit Examines American Fashion, Frame by Frame
Even for a legendary film director like Martin Scorsese, the assignment was a daunting one.
Inside the Met Gala: Glitter, Glamour and 275,000 Pink Roses
Hundreds of guests followed the sartorial instructions — "gilded glamour" — and came in the best Gilded Age finery they could muster.
Georgia Sets $1.5B in Aid for Electric Vehicle Maker Rivian
The state of Georgia and local governments will give Rivian Automotive $1.5 billion of incentives to build a 7,500-job, $5 billion electric vehicle plant east of Atlanta
Met Gala: Kardashian as Monroe, a Gilded Blake Lively
Kim Kardashian shut down the Met Gala red carpet in one of Marilyn Monroe's most iconic dresses, a gold-beaded body hugger Monroe wore when she sang happy birthday to President John F. Kennedy.
Watch: John Oliver Roasts Florida Gov. DeSantis for Revenge Move Against Disney
Late night comedian John Oliver roasted Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis over his revocation of Disney's self-governing status in an act of revenge for the company's criticism of the state's "Don't Say Gay" law.
Met Gala Returns to Traditional Spot on First Monday in May
The year's biggest night in fashion, the Met Gala, returns to its usual berth on the social calendar this year after pandemic upheaval. And if it feels like one of those what, already moments, it is.