Storied pair of ruby slippers worn in “The Wizard of Oz” up for auction

As “Wicked” brings the story of Oz to a whole new generation, the most famous prop from “The Wizard of Oz” is up for auction. The ruby slippers, worn by…

Patriots defensive back Marcus Jones on third NFL season, off the field moves

New England Patriots defensive back Marcus Jones is probably best known for his versatility on the field: He’s one of the few players in the NFL who factors into offense,…

Photographer Steve McCurry looks back on a life spent capturing iconic moments

Over the course of a 40-year career, photographer Steve McCurry has traveled the world, documenting our shared humanity and capturing some of the most recognizable images in history. At his…

How a modeling career and pastry chef education helped one chef develop a new cookbook

As a young adult, Clarice Lam traveled the world as a model, delighting in the local snacks in each new country she visited. While in culinary school, she decided to…

Ukrainian businesses recruit women for traditionally male jobs amid Russia war

With so many of Ukraine’s men serving in the military amid the country’s war with Russia, businesses are recruiting women to take up their jobs. For the small nation, fighting…

Canadian leader Justin Trudeau meets with President-elect Donald Trump

Canada’s prime minister, Justin Trudeau flew to West Palm Beach, Florida to meet with President-elect Donald Trump on Friday. Trump is threatening to impose sweeping tariffs on Canada and Mexico.

How Americans are expected to shop this holiday weekend

The holiday shopping season is upon us, with Americans estimated to have spent $8 billion on Black Friday. The National Retail Federation expects a record 183 million Americans shopping online…

Israel launches strike on Syria-Lebanon border; drone attack in Gaza kills 20

The Israeli military said Saturday it had launched a “strike on military infrastructure” at the Syria-Lebanon border. The nation is also warning displaced Lebanese residents from returning south just three…

30-year-old turned side hustle into a business that brings in $10,000 a month without a college degree: ‘I decided to go all in’

Anna-Marie Ortiz, 30, grew her cleaning side hustle into a $10,000-a-month business with the last of her $2,000 in savings.

12-year-old stole grandfather’s car, drove 160 miles, police say

The boy, who has not been identified, led police on a brief pursuit after being spotted with the stolen vehicle.