When and where to watch classic holiday specials on TV this year

It’s that time again to cozy up on the couch with your favorite holiday film (or two, or three.) Here is when and where to watch the holiday classics on TV this year.

Snoop Dogg's 'quit smoking' announcement turns out to be an ad

Snoop Dogg's recent announcement of giving up smoking took a surprising turn as it was revealed to be a clever advertising move.

Shakira reaches deal with Spanish prosecutors on 1st day of tax fraud trial

After having maintained her innocence for nearly five years, pop star Shakira struck a last-minute deal with prosecutors -- who had originally sought an eight-year prison sentence.

Record-shattering roller coaster simulates falling from cliff with 155 mph speeds

A theme park in Saudi Arabia unveiled a new roller coaster that’s expected to be the tallest and fastest in the world when patrons catch their first ride next year.

Taylor Swift postpones Rio de Janeiro show, citing record heat a day after fan dies during concert

Taylor Swift postponed an Eras Tour concert in Rio de Janeiro Saturday after a 23-year-old fan died during her Friday night show, according to a message posted on the singer’s Instagram.

Nationals hold auditions for the 2024 Racing Presidents

Have you ever wondered who is inside the Racing Presidents at Washington Nationals games? Here's how they get chosen. 

Nicki Minaj announces 'Pink Friday 2 Tour,' including stop in DC

Nicki Minaj announced Friday the 40 cities she'll visit on her next tour in North America and Europe, including a stop in Washington, D.C. 

Taylor Swift 'devastated' after fan dies at Brazil concert

Taylor Swift shared a note about the fan's death on social media: she said she had a "shattered heart."

George Brown, drummer and co-founder of Kool & The Gang, dead at 74

George "Funky" Brown, the co-founder and longtime drummer of Kool & The Gang who helped write such hits as "Too Hot," "Ladies Night," "Joanna" and the party favorite "Celebration," died Thursday in Los Angeles at age 74.

Martha Stewart says she canceled her Thanksgiving

Even for Martha Stewart, sometimes dinner plans change: “I called up my chef friend, and I said, 'We're not doing Thanksgiving.'"

Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of rape, abuse by singer Cassie in lawsuit

Cassie accused Sean "Diddy" Combs of subjecting the R&B singer to a yearslong relationship that included beatings and rape, according to a lawsuit filed Thursday.

'SNL' star Dana Carvey's son, Dex, dead at 32

Dex Carvey, the eldest son of "Saturday Night Live" alum Dana Carvey, has died at the age of 32.