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Six couples sued the Japanese government on Friday seeking the right to use different surnames after marriage, filing the case to coincide with International Women's Day.

The share of Hollywood films with women in the lead role fell last year, new research showed Thursday, despite standout successes like "Barbie."

A rare early work by Vincent van Gogh and a record-selling masterpiece by Wassily Kandinsky will be up for sale when one of the world's largest art fairs opens its doors this weekend.

Scarlett Johansson's impressive net worth, reflective of her immense talent and business acumen, solidifies her position as one of the highest-paid actresses in the world.

Jennifer Lawrence's hustle isn't confined to the silver screen. She also knows a thing or two about the real estate market.

Visitors will be banned from entering private alleys in Kyoto's famous geisha district, a local representative said on Thursday, as the ancient city tackles overtourism after the pandemic.

Ever since South Korea's "Parasite" became the first non-English language film to win a Best Picture Oscar in 2020, works by Korean diaspora filmmakers have witnessed a significant surge of global interest.

A federal judge allows part of a $250 million copyright lawsuit against Elon Musk's X to proceed, alleging music piracy facilitation.

Thanks to his wise investments in addition to his comedic roles, this Canadian actor has an incredible net worth of $350 million.

It may have deadly animals and wild weather, but Palm Cove in Australia's northeast has been named the world's best beach, beating rivals in Hawaii, Greece and Fiji.

On the last day of Paris Fashion Week on Tuesday, Chanel took a trip to the seaside for a show dedicated to the place where its famous founder launched her first boutique.

Beyonce is one of the most famous artists around the world and her net worth is always a favorite topic of many.

Dive into the wealth of pop sensation Taylor Swift, from her music empire to savvy investments, revealing her billion-dollar status.

Be prepared to lose yourself in the pages of the most anticipated books of 2024

One of the actors who has called out French star Gerard Depardieu for his behaviour on set says producers knew he was an aggressor, and urged more women film stars to speak out about sexual violence.

Singapore struck a deal ensuring Taylor Swift played the city-state but nowhere else in Southeast Asia, the country's prime minister said Tuesday while defending the secretive arrangement.

From dramas about the atomic bomb and Auschwitz, to comedies about dolls and sex-mad reanimated corpses, the lineup of best picture contenders at Sunday's Oscars is the most varied in years.

In recent years, Yarrow has focused on telling stories and narratives through his shoots, such as several on the American Wild West. His unique approach to his work earned him international acclaim as a fine art photographer.

Parker Hospitality has disrupted the modern dining landscape since 2015. The company conceptualizes, develops, manages, and operates a growing portfolio of restaurants and lounges nationwide.

American Airlines showcases confidence in industry recovery by ordering 260 new jets, including Boeing's 737 Max 10 and Airbus A321neo planes.

Judge terminates the proposed $3.8 billion JetBlue-Spirit merger, citing concernsfveor affordable airfares and competition.

The fastest cars in the world have jaw-dropping acceleration rates. Some cars go from 0 to 60 mph in less than 2 seconds and that's not even the fastest!

Paris Fashion Week, which runs until Tuesday, has seen no shortage of eye-catching moments this week.

Singapore said Monday its grant to Taylor Swift for her concerts in the city was nowhere near as high as speculated, following media reports that the superstar was offered millions of dollars per gig.

Bringing spice to a so-far lean movie year, Warner Bros.' new sci-fi film "Dune: Part Two" shot to the top of the North American box office this weekend, taking in an estimated $81.5 million, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations reported Sunday.

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the divorce rate dropped from 9.7 divorces per 1,000 women in 2011 to 6.9 in 2021.

Getting the speed you want on the road does not mean compromising the environment. Here are the top 15 most expensive electric cars in the world.

Explore the diverse beauty and talent of these 30 Hollywood icons, who continue to captivate audiences and rule the screen.

Discover the 20 most popular cars in the US in 2024, from fuel-efficient sedans to powerful trucks and SUVs. Find your perfect ride!