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Just imagine winning gold in your first games and becoming the first black woman to win an individual gold in the Winter Games, and now here Milan carrying the stars and stripes for your country. That ...

Host Ryan Seacrest celebrates with author Meredith Holt as she fulfills a lifetime dream: winning at Wheel of Fortune.

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. With decades-spanning influence in music, film, business and philanthropy, Dolly Parton remains as relevant and beloved as ever.

Parton famously turned down the chance to let Elvis record her song “I Will Always Love You” because of the demands his manager placed on the arrangement. 8. The history behind another top hit “Jolene ...

After a thrilling opening weekend, the NFL playoffs roll on with the divisional round this weekend. The action begins with Bills vs. Broncos on Saturday, followed by 49ers at Seahawks. By the ...

From ancient traditions to modern marvels, explore a diverse array of intriguing topics that will leave you amazed. Whether you're a history buff or just love learning new things, there's something ...

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The Atlantic’s Science, Technology, and Health desk has had a busy 2025: Our writers have spent the year probing the limits of human consciousness and gene-editing technology, studying the ubiquity of ...

It's been over 30 years since "Home Alone" premiered, but it remains a beloved holiday classic. Fans may not know that Macaulay Culkin improvised one of the film's most iconic moments. The cast almost ...