A court in Romania has sentenced American rapper Wiz Khalifa to nine months in jail on drug possession charges.

The past year wasn't all doom and gloom; there was plenty to smile about, too.

A national survey shows teen use of alcohol, nicotine and marijuana remains at record lows.

A new AP-NORC poll finds that most U.S. adults are on board with giving cash or gift cards as holiday presents.

When a measles outbreak hit West Texas this year, school absences surged far beyond the number of children who likely became sick.

Rome has opened two subway stations.

It’s well established that children have an easier time learning second languages.

Connecticut is working to become a destination for holiday movie fans, promoting its charming towns featured in films by Hallmark and Lifetime.

The warm scents of gingerbread and pine are holiday favorites, but experts warn they can affect indoor air quality.

If you're feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to spend money on gifts, parties, and travel this holiday season, you're not alone.

Australian accident investigators have released dramatic images showing a skydiver's parachute entangled on an airplane's tail, leaving him dangling at 15,000 feet.

If you're staying in this holiday season, it's a great time to catch up on some of 2025's standout TV shows.

A rare magnum of Dom Pérignon Vintage 1961 champagne that was specially produced for the 1981 wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana has failed to sell during an auction.

The heirs of an 83-year-old Connecticut woman are suing ChatGPT maker OpenAI and its business partner Microsoft for wrongful death.

The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point Wednesday for the third time since September, bringing its key rate to about 3.6%, the lowest in nearly three years.

The next Met Gala co-chairs have been announced, and it's a high-powered quartet: Beyoncé, Venus Williams and Nicole Kidman will join Vogue's Anna Wintour in hosting the starry event next May.

Italian food is known and loved around the world for its fresh ingredients and palate-pleasing tastes, but the U.N.’s cultural agency is giving foodies another reason to celebrate their pizza, pasta and tiramisu by listing Italian cooking as part of the world’s “intangible” cultural heritage.

The nation’s leading doctors groups are in a standoff with federal health officials over vaccines.

Investors have a valuable escape hatch if their employer-provided HSA comes up short.

Paired with high-deductible healthcare plans, health savings accounts help ease healthcare costs.

Australia has introduced a world-first social media ban for children under 16, starting Wednesday.

A California man says he has marked his 15,000th spin on an auto-racing Disneyland attraction inspired by the animated film “Cars.”.

Eric Dane, known for his roles in “Grey's Anatomy” and “Euphoria,” has announced a memoir titled “Book of Days.”.

The Nordic countries are no strangers to the long, dark winter.

An Atlanta church with a viral pastor has grown from less than 200 weekly churchgoers in 2023 to about 6,000 today.

Creative director Dario Vitale is leaving Italian fashion brand Versace only eight months after he was appointed, the company said in a statement Thursday.

Pope Leo XIV's first full-length U.S. book is set to release next winter.

Cold, wintry weather brings risk for pets as well as people.

London’s Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square is a famed British tradition with roots in the Norwegian forest.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has won the catchphrase of the year for her pledge to “work, work, work, work and work” for the country.

The end of 2025 is near.

A rare Fabergé egg crafted for Russia’s ruling family before the revolution has sold for more $30 million.

The publishing world's notable releases this year included a new “Hunger Games” novel and a book by Thomas Pynchon.

The Prada Group has officially purchased Milan fashion rival Versace for $1.375 billion.

Students applying to college know they're not supposed to use AI chatbots to write their essays.

The Transportation Security Administration has announced that U.S. air travelers without a REAL ID will face a $45 fee starting in February.

Shoppers scoured for deals everything from electronics to clothing on Cyber Monday, delivering strong sales for online retailers and capping a five-day spending spree that kicked off on Thanksgiving.

The holiday season is a popular time for volunteering, but experts say giving back is beneficial year-round.

Despite wider economic uncertainty hovering above this year’s holiday season, shoppers turned out in big numbers for Black Friday — spending billions of dollars both in stores and online.

Chain stores have Black Friday.

George Clooney playing a dashing movie star with nagging midlife regrets in “Jay Kelly” and Zac Brown Band returning with fresh tunes are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.

In a story published Nov. 28, 2025, about holiday television programs, The Associated Press erroneously reported the title of a song and show.

Italy’s fashion house Armani has appointed a new board to guide the company following the death of its founder Giorgio Armani earlier this year.

THC-infused drinks and snacks have soared in popularity as alcohol sales have declined in recent years.

Black Friday has become something of an anachronism in the e-commerce era.

Swapping turkeys for other animals was once a key part of North America's wildlife conservation efforts.

With Thanksgiving and the formal launch of the holiday shopping season, Americans will again take to the road for holiday gatherings before knocking off items on their Christmas gift lists.

At The Gentle Barn, this flock of turkeys isn't going to end up on your plate, but they might cuddle up in your lap.

Cannabis use among young adults has reached historic levels, with nearly 18 million Americans using marijuana daily in 2022.

As daily cannabis use rises to historic levels in the U.S., some longtime users are finding it harder to quit.

As travel picks up for the season, flyers can find a moment of quiet and relaxation at interfaith chapels or meditation spaces in many U.S. airports.

The Vatican has doubled down on the value of monogamous marriage between a man and woman.

An increasing number of farm animal sanctuaries across the country have started promoting an alternative version of Thanksgiving.

A copy of the first Superman issue, unearthed by a trio of brothers cleaning out their late mother’s attic, netted $9.12 million at a Texas auction house which says it is the most expensive comic book ever sold.

’Tis the season to put on some holiday music.

Food safety experts say that six crucial kitchen tools are the key to a safe and savory Thanksgiving dinner.

Traditional Christmas markets are opening across Germany, drawing revelers to enjoy mulled wine, grilled sausages, and festive attractions.

People with Thanksgiving travel plans may still feel on edge after the U.S. government shutdown that caused widespread flight cancellations and delays.

Bird flu and another disease have shrunk the U.S. turkey population to a 40-year low this year.

Christmas went on the auction block this week in Pennsylvania farm country in the form of a giant Christmas tree sale.

Director Bong Joon Ho’s “Mickey 17” starring several versions of Robert Pattinson and Kevin Hart debuting a new comedy special on Netflix are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.

Stone Roses and Primal Scream ex-bass player Gary Mounfield has died at age 63.

Students preparing to study abroad often have long checklists, but the experience of learning and living in another country can be challenging in unexpected ways.

A new advertisement inside the Grand Central subway station is filling the air with a seasonal scent.

Prada heir Lorenzo Bertelli is set to play a major strategic role as executive chairman of Versace following the Prada Group's 1.25 billion-euro deal to acquire its rival.

Maybe your car broke down, your computer was stolen, or you had a surprise visit to urgent care.

Meta has started notifying young Australians to download their digital histories and delete their accounts from Facebook, Instagram, and Threads.

Sometimes our immune system runs amok and attacks the organ that makes us “us” — the brain.

A beloved Christmas tree tradition is returning to Manhattan this holiday season.

The rise of ChatGPT and other AI systems has transformed education, changing how students learn and study.

The 76th annual National Book Awards have been presented by the nonprofit National Book Foundation, with winners including Rabih Alameddine for fiction, Patricia Smith for poetry, and Omar El Akkad for nonfiction.

U.S. consumers who have had their fill of protein-enhanced cereal and ice cream are about to meet the next big food fad.

Today’s automakers continue to find utility in small spaces, producing subcompact SUVs that are both compact and practical.

Medicaid cuts are being blamed for the closure of a community health center in New Hampshire's White Mountains.

The head of the Louvre Museum says that new surveillance cameras and anti-intrusion systems will soon be installed at the Paris landmark after last month’s stunning crown jewels heist.

A Gustav Klimt portrait painting has sold for a record $236 million at an auction where a solid gold toilet also sold for $12.1 million.

It may sound surprising but kids can get diseases like lupus and arthritis, too, when their immune system mistakenly attacks their own body.

Roblox is stepping up its age verification system for users who want to message other players and implementing age-based chats so kids, teens and adults will only be able to communicate with people around their own age.

Your investment portfolio is probably riskier than you think.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art has announced its next spring fashion exhibit.

If you’re an older swimmer or returning to the pool after years away, few are more qualified than Rowdy Gaines to guide your workouts.

Schools across the U.S. are seeing a big drop in enrollment from immigrant families.

Reconnecting with old friends can be challenging.

Central Park’s iconic horse carriages will trot on, for now.

Oklahoma coach Jennie Baranczyk hears the popular catchphrase “6-7” all the time at home, possibly more often than please and thank you.

Ted Danson’s “A Man on the Inside” returning to Netflix for its second season and Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo belting out the “Wicked: For Good” soundtrack are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.

“Palm Royale” made a splash in its first season with a starry cast, high production values, and its ubiquitous grasshopper cocktail.

When families are evicted, kids' schooling is often disrupted.

Families and staff who rely on the federal preschool program Head Start may have to wait even longer to return to their centers even though the 43-day government shutdown ended Wednesday night.

Doritos and Cheetos are getting a makeover.

Working professionals in the U.S. are taking on side jobs to supplement their incomes amid frozen salaries, inflation and fear of layoffs.

Shopping for a music fan is no easy task.

If you're shopping for a movie lover, think beyond Blu-Rays and gift cards.

The former Prince Andrew has officially changed his name to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, adding a hyphen to align with the royal family’s surname style.

Finding the perfect tech gifts can be tricky, but The AP has put together a quick guide to help.

Balmain has named French designer Antonin Tron as its new creative director.

Looking for the perfect book gift.

Car shoppers love SUVs because of their commanding view of the road, generous amounts of passenger space, and roomy cargo holds.

In a story published Nov. 11, 2025, about an auction of Bob Ross paintings, The Associated Press erroneously reported additional paintings would be auctioned in London.

The job of videotape editors was once one of the least-noticed in the media world.