There's a new American flag controversy involving the Neil Armstrong biopic starring Ryan Gosling
Pop culture
1 hour ago
Although First Man includes multiple shots of the American flag on the moon, director Damien Chazelle decided not to include a scene of Neil Armstrong physically planting the flag on the lunar surface. Chazelle, Ryan Gosling and Armstrong's family defended the decision, but that didn't stop others, including Marco Rubio and various Fox News hosts, from expressing criticism of the film.
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Former ER star fatally shot by police during a welfare check, officials confirm
In memoriam
This afternoon
According to authorities in Pasadena, California, Vanessa Marquez was shot and killed by police during a welfare check at her home. Authorities also claim that Marquez pointed a gun at officers, but later it was discovered that the firearm was a BB gun.
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Ariana Grande was jokingly mistaken for 'a new something at Taco Bell'
Celebrity
Earlier today
During Friday's memorial for Aretha Franklin, Ariana Grande sang (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Women in memory of the Queen of Soul. After her performance, Bishop Charles H. Ellis III joined the singer on stage and admitted he wasn't quite familiar with Grande's work. "When I saw Ariana Grande on the program, I thought that was a new something at Taco Bell," he said.
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It was a bittersweet victory for Serena Williams as she beats her sister Venus at the US Open
Tennis
1 hour ago
For the 30th time as professionals, the Williams sisters were matched up against each other. This time around, Serena won in dominant fashion and had nothing but glowing things to say about Venus after the match.
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Eminem called out for homophobic diss about Tyler the Creator
Music
This morning
Slim Shady dropped a surprise album, Kamikaze, on Thursday night. The title track aims a homophobic slur at Tyler the Creator, who has been critical of Eminem's new music in the past. Although the word is censored, many fans of both artists are offended by its use.
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Rep. Maxine Waters had the perfect gesture at Aretha Franklin's funeral
In memoriam
Earlier today
At Aretha Franklin's funeral on Friday, the congresswoman appeared moved when fellow funeralgoers shouted "we've got your back" amid the attacks she faces for her criticism of the Trump administration. She then gave a 'Wakanda Forever' salute.
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Elderly man walks 12 miles every day to visit his wife in the hospital
Amazing
4 hours ago
Luther Younger has been married to his wife Waverlee for more than five decades. Waverlee was diagnosed with brain cancer in 2009 and is paralyzed, so Luther walks for miles to visit her in the hospital. The Younger's story has gained national attention, and fundraising efforts are underway to support them.
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These dorm room makeovers prove anything is possible
Back to school
This morning
As students head back to campus, they're unleashing plush cushions, posters and wallpaper in full force on their dorm rooms.
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Fans amused as Lady Gaga name card calls her "L. Gaga"
Movies
Earlier today
Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper were at the Venice Film Festival and held a press conference to discuss their new movie, A Star Is Born. Many were amused by the nameplate in front of Lady Gaga.
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California Senate approves bill that would restore net neutrality to the state
US news
3 hours ago
California lawmakers voted to re-institute net neutrality protections statewide. The bill now awaits approval from the governor. If he signs the bill into law, internet service providers would have to treat all internet traffic equally in the state, despite the FCC's recent dissolution of the similar federal regulations.
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The Good Place's Jameela Jamil calls out 'patriarchal narrative' of the Kardashians
Social action
This morning
The British actor and presenter talked about the damaging messages women and girls are subjected to by media, influencers and celebrities.
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Volunteer from Trump's advance team blocks photojournalist from taking picture of protester
US news
This morning
A photo taken by Associated Press photographer Evan Vucci shows a volunteer member of the advance team for POTUS blocking a photojournalist's camera as he tried to take a photo of a protester during a campaign rally in Indiana.
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Reception desk at a hotel in Tokyo is run by dinosaur robots
Travel
5 hours ago
The Henn na Hotel Maihama in Japan offers a check-in experience unlike any other, as guests are greeted by bellhop dinosaurs when they arrive at reception.
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'A Star Is Born' Shines in Venice
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Earlier today
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Earlier today
Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper descend upon the Lido to promote Oscar hopeful, 'A Star Is Born.'
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Lana Del Rey postpones festival appearance in Israel
Celebrity
2 hours ago
Facing pressure from human rights activists, the singer-songwriter pulled out of Israel's Meteor Festival, saying that she will postpone her appearance until she can perform in both Israel and Palestine.
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You have to duck under bridges in Japan's city of water 
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This afternoon
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This afternoon
The bridges in Yanagawa, Japan, are so low that tourists on boats have to duck under them, and the boat guides have to get a bit more creative. The unique experience is making people want to visit. 
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Buckingham Palace plays Aretha Franklin's Respect for Changing of the Guard
Celebrity
Earlier today
The Welsh Guard Band played the song during the Changing of the Guard on Friday as a tribute to Franklin on the day of her funeral.
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A plea to tech developers to add pregnancy mode to workout apps
Tech
4 hours ago
Swapna Krishna (@skrishna), a tech and science writer for Engadget, tapped into a common problem for pregnant women when she discovered that her workout apps did not account for the changes that come with pregnancy.
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Do you have a fear of closely-packed holes? You could have trypophobia
Weird
This morning
A cluster of small holes and bumps can evoke uncomfortable skin-crawling sensations for some people. If you share a similar reaction, you could have trypophobia: the irrational fear of closely-packed holes. 
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