Darth Vader's 'Empire Strikes Back' lightsaber goes up for auction
Darth Vader’s iconic lightsaber, featured in one of cinema’s most unforgettable moments, could fetch at least $1 million at auction.
Darth Vader’s iconic lightsaber, featured in one of cinema’s most unforgettable moments, could fetch at least $1 million at auction.
'Pretty Little Liars' actor Keegan Allen pistol-whipped, robbed at gunpoint in West Hollywood
Actor Keegan Allen was pistol-whipped and robbed of his watch at gunpoint by two masked men outside a West Hollywood grocery store on Thursday night. Allen, who sustained a head injury, later shared footage of the attack on Instagram, criticized city officials, saying the city is no longer safe as the suspects remain on the run.
Actor Keegan Allen was pistol-whipped and robbed of his watch at gunpoint by two masked men outside a West Hollywood grocery store on Thursday night. Allen, who sustained a head injury, later shared footage of the attack on Instagram, criticized city officials, saying the city is no longer safe as the suspects remain on the run.
Earth, Wind & Fire drummer in medical rehab; concert with Lionel Richie canceled
An Earth, Wind & Fire drummer who suffered a heart attack on the night of a San Francisco concert date is now in medical rehabilitation but is still in need of financial help. At the same time, the twice-postponed concert with Lionel Richie has now been formally canceled.
An Earth, Wind & Fire drummer who suffered a heart attack on the night of a San Francisco concert date is now in medical rehabilitation but is still in need of financial help. At the same time, the twice-postponed concert with Lionel Richie has now been formally canceled.
Ballet Folklorico Mexicano de Carlos Moreno: Culture and community
Experience Día de Muertos featuring the Ballet Folklorico Mexicano de Carlos Moreno. Sunday, Oct. 11, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., at Oakland's Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts.
Experience Día de Muertos featuring the Ballet Folklorico Mexicano de Carlos Moreno. Sunday, Oct. 11, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., at Oakland's Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts.
Dolly Parton's 'Life of Many Colors Museum' and 'Song Teller Hotel' now open in Nashville
Dolly Parton fans can now take a journey of the late global superstar's life "from the top of the mountains to the top of the world" at "Dolly’s Life of Many Colors Museum" and stay at the new "Song Teller Hotel" in Nashville.
Dolly Parton fans can now take a journey of the late global superstar's life "from the top of the mountains to the top of the world" at "Dolly’s Life of Many Colors Museum" and stay at the new "Song Teller Hotel" in Nashville.
San Francisco-set 'Josephine' makes Bay Area premiere at Mill Valley Film Festival
The San Francisco-set drama “Josephine,” starring Channing Tatum, Gemma Chan and 10-year-old newcomer Mason Reeves, made its Bay Area premiere at the Mill Valley Film Festival. The Sundance award winner, inspired by director Beth de Araújo’s childhood experience in Golden Gate Park, is now generating awards-season buzz.
The San Francisco-set drama “Josephine,” starring Channing Tatum, Gemma Chan and 10-year-old newcomer Mason Reeves, made its Bay Area premiere at the Mill Valley Film Festival. The Sundance award winner, inspired by director Beth de Araújo’s childhood experience in Golden Gate Park, is now generating awards-season buzz.
Eva Marie Saint, Oscar-winning ‘On the Waterfront’ and ‘North by Northwest’ star, dies at 102
Eva Marie Saint, an Oscar-winning star of “On the Waterfront" and “North by Northwest," died on Tuesday from natural causes.
Eva Marie Saint, an Oscar-winning star of “On the Waterfront" and “North by Northwest," died on Tuesday from natural causes.
'Saved by the Bell' star Dennis Haskins cause of death revealed: Report
“Saved by the Bell” actor Dennis Haskins cause of death was revealed on Tuesday.
“Saved by the Bell” actor Dennis Haskins cause of death was revealed on Tuesday.
Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
Freddie Jackson dies: R&B singer known for ‘You Are My Lady’
Freddie Jackson, the powerhouse behind beloved hits like “You Are My Lady" and “Rock Me Tonight," has died. Here's what to know.
Freddie Jackson, the powerhouse behind beloved hits like “You Are My Lady" and “Rock Me Tonight," has died. Here's what to know.
Emmy Awards moving to Amazon Prime Video in 2027
Prime Video and the Television Academy have struck an exclusive six-year global deal to stream the Emmy Awards for free starting in 2027.
Prime Video and the Television Academy have struck an exclusive six-year global deal to stream the Emmy Awards for free starting in 2027.
Watch: Man uses helium balloon bouquet to lift gondola into the sky
It looked like a scene from the Disney and Pixar movie ‘"Up" as man used dozens of giant helium balloons to lift a gondola into the sky.
It looked like a scene from the Disney and Pixar movie ‘"Up" as man used dozens of giant helium balloons to lift a gondola into the sky.
'Days of Our Lives' actor Robert Kelker-Kelly dies: Report
“Days of Our Lives" star Robert Kelker-Kelly, best known for playing Bo Brady, has died, according to a report.
“Days of Our Lives" star Robert Kelker-Kelly, best known for playing Bo Brady, has died, according to a report.
Reggie McFadden, 'In Living Color' and 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' comedian, dies at 57: report
Reggie McFadden, the actor and comedian known for his work in Fox’s “In Living Color” and sitcom “Curb Your Enthusiasm” has died at 57, according to the Hollywood Reporter.
Reggie McFadden, the actor and comedian known for his work in Fox’s “In Living Color” and sitcom “Curb Your Enthusiasm” has died at 57, according to the Hollywood Reporter.
‘Animal House’ actress Mary Louise Weller dies at 79: Reports
Actress Mary Louise Weller, best known for her role in "Animal House" has died at 79 — just one day before her 80th birthday, according to reports.
Actress Mary Louise Weller, best known for her role in "Animal House" has died at 79 — just one day before her 80th birthday, according to reports.
What's new at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass this year
The Hardly Strictly Bluegrass music festival returns to Golden Gate Park this weekend with a weekend of free performances, lineup adjustments, and a new community partnership.
The Hardly Strictly Bluegrass music festival returns to Golden Gate Park this weekend with a weekend of free performances, lineup adjustments, and a new community partnership.
Ken Urker, Gypsy Rose Blanchard's partner, dies at 34: reports
Ken Urker, the partner of Gypsy Rose Blanchard, has died, Blanchard confirmed to People magazine.
Ken Urker, the partner of Gypsy Rose Blanchard, has died, Blanchard confirmed to People magazine.
Rick Ross arrested on battery charge in Miami
Rapper Rick Ross was arrested Thursday morning in Miami Beach in connection to an alleged domestic violence incident involving his ex-girlfriend, according to police.
Rapper Rick Ross was arrested Thursday morning in Miami Beach in connection to an alleged domestic violence incident involving his ex-girlfriend, according to police.
Rihanna home shooting: Woman found mentally fit for trial, indicted on attempted murder
Ivanna Ortiz has pleaded not guilty to attempted murder and assault charges following a grand jury indictment over a shooting at Rihanna's Los Angeles home.
Ivanna Ortiz has pleaded not guilty to attempted murder and assault charges following a grand jury indictment over a shooting at Rihanna's Los Angeles home.
The hobby economy and 'funflation': Why the cost of having fun is getting serious
Bank of America card data shows hobby spending rose 7.9% year over year in August, twice as fast as transaction growth.
Bank of America card data shows hobby spending rose 7.9% year over year in August, twice as fast as transaction growth.



















