The trees turned out to be quite the attraction: Pedestrian traffic jams formed as party guests clamored to be photographed in front of them.
Author: The Associated Press
Somalia blast kills at least 6 near presidential palace
An explosives-packed vehicle detonated near Somalia’s presidential palace, killing at least six people and wounding several others, police said.
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Airbnb will alert guests before they book a property if the host hasn’t reported having a smoke or carbon monoxide alarm.
Detective featured in ‘Making a Murderer’ sues Netflix for defamation
A former detective is suing the producers of “Making a Murderer.” He says the series was edited to make viewers think he and others planted evidence.
Disney fires actor Stoney Westmoreland after arrest for allegedly attempting sex with teen
Disney announced that the actor, 48, had been dropped from the sitcom “Andi Mack,” on which he plays the grandfather of the teen-age title character.
‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’ three-peats at box office, ‘Aquaman’ makes a splash in China
‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’ is No. 1 for the third weekend at the box office, but watch out for ‘Aquaman’: China loves the DC Comics superhero film.
Kanye West surprises XXXTentacion fans, performs at tribute honoring late rapper
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Frank Sinatra items, including 20-carat diamond engagement ring, make $9M hit at auction
The private treasures of Frank Sinatra and his wife, Barbara, were a multimillion-dollar hit at auction.
Pete Shelley, co-founder of punk band the Buzzcocks, dies at 63
Buzzcock members confirmed Pete Shelley’s death “with great sadness” and called him “one of the U.K.’s most influential and prolific songwriters.”
Golden Globes 2019: Who got nominated? Here’s the full list
‘Vice,’ ‘A Star Is Born’ and ‘Versace’ lead the nominations announced Thursday for the Golden Globe Awards. The 76th annual awards air live on Jan. 6.