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Nearly 200 People Change Legal Name to 'Salmon' in Order To Get Free Sushi
The Taiwanese government is pleading with its citizens not to change their legal name for the sake of capitalizing on the two-day sushi deal ending Thursday.
Miami Mayor Compares Fleeing New Yorkers to Texas, California Culture Clash
"Don't New York my Florida" has sprung up on T-shirts and bumper stickers across the Sunshine State as residents and politicians express concern about wealthy pandemic transplants moving south.
Mumford and Sons' Winston Marshall Leaves Band to 'Examine Blind Spots'
The banjo player endorsed the right-wing commentator over the weekend, and has since received heavy backlash from fans.
'The Silence of the Lambs' Is Just As Thrilling (and Complicated)
"I'm kind of in awe of that movie. For me, it's the best movie I've ever made by far," Jodie Foster tells Newsweek about 'The Silence of the Lambs.'
Jodie Foster on 'The Mauritanian' and the Impact of 'Silence of the Lambs'
"We let fear and terror discard the rule of law and discard our own humanity." Jodie Foster told 'Newsweek' about her new film ''The Mauritanian,' which tells the true story of Mohamedou Ould Salahi, a man held without charge at Guantanamo Bay on allegations he was a member of Al-Qaeda.
Rebecca Breeds On How CBS's Clarice Starling is 'Shrouded by the Darkness'
Rebecca Breeds tells Newsweek it's an "honor" recreating the Clarice Starling role for CBS' 'Clarice' because "she's one of the most well-written characters in history—not just female characters, one of the best-written characters in history."
Chinese New Year Celebrates Year of the Ox
Each animal is associated with certain characteristics, which some believe are exhibited by people born that year.
The Equalizer's Lorraine Toussaint on the Roles for Women of Color
"At this point in my career if I'm not paying a price to play the role, then it's really not worth it," The Equalizer's Lorraine Toussaint tells Newsweek.
Griffin Johnson on How He's Using TikTok to Build a Business
"I view TikTok as a business," Griffin Johnson told Newsweek, and the key to making it on TikTok is to "make sure you're doing something really, really different."
Newsweek Announces Launch of the Newsweek Expert Forum
Newsweek Expert Forum creates cohort of thought leaders, pioneering thinkers to share insights, expertise from range of professions, industries.
Jared Padalecki on how his 'Walker' Reboot Differs From the Original
"It's a really different show. I don't think it could be more different than the original," Jared Padalecki tells Newsweek about how the 'Walker' reboot is different from the original.
Children of Bodom Singer Alexi Laiho Dead at 41
Laiho's death was confirmed by a statement from Bodom After Midnight, the death metal group formed in 2020 by Laiho and his former Children of Bodom bandmate Daniel Freyberg.
Tanya Roberts' Death Prompts Flurry of Tributes to 'That 70s Show' Star
A cause of death has not been given for Roberts' passing but it was not reported to be COVID-19-related.
$600 Second Stimulus Checks Prompts Flurry of 'Stimmy' Memes, Jokes
Several people took to social media to express their disappointment with the amount of the latest stimulus check.
Coolest Gifts for Pet Lovers This Year
From a dog DNA test to their own noise-canceling headphones, here are holiday gift ideas for your furry friend or the cat or dog lovers in your life.
Viral Alleged Voter Fraud Witness Compared to Victoria Jackson 'SNL' Skit
Melissa Carone, the star witness who was seen being shushed by Rudy Giuliani in a viral clip, has drawn comparisons to the former "Saturday Night Live" cast member.
Child Bride, 13, Broke China's Marriage Law, Regulator Says
The young bride and her 17-year-old "husband" tied the knot under under local customs, but Chinese authorities have called the wedding unlawful.
Unique Holiday Foods From Around the World
From Tang Yuan, sweet rice balls with a black sesame filling, a dish to celebrate the Chinese New Year, to Laufabrauð, a traditional Icelandic bread that looks like a paper snowflake, here are some of the different dishes people around the world eat during the holidays.
Mariachi Google Doodle Celebrates Traditional Mexican Music and Culture
The Google Doodle video features a Mariachi serenade of "Cielito Lindo," which is a symbol of Mexican pride and community.
What the Upcoming COVID-19 Vaccines Mean for the Travel Industry
The new COVID-19 vaccine developments from Pfizer and Moderna are already showing promise for a struggling travel industry.
The World's Weirdest Museums You Didn't Know Exist
From a collection of excavated mummies to one focused exclusively on every college student's dinnertime staple, these are some of the most unusual museums around the world.
It's Friday the 13th—6 Ways to Make Sure You Stay Lucky
Some are tried and true, while others sound a little weird.
Stacey Abrams' 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' Opinions Delight Twitter
"To be fair, Angel was the right boyfriend for Buffy coming into her power," Abrams tweeted in a discussion about the beloved fantasy series.
In Photos: Celebrations Over Biden Victory in Streets Across U.S.
Cities and towns around the country erupted in celebration after the news about the election's winner.
Bridging the Current Cultural Chasm
In truth, there is no necessarily unbridgeable chasm in discourse between races, religions or cultures. There is, rather, both the insider perspective and the outsider perspective.
U.S. Culture Punishes Men for 'Just Acting Like Men,' Most Republicans Say
Two-thirds of Republicans agree American society punishes men "just for acting like men," a new survey finds.
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Pennsylvania Columbus Statue Wrapped in Plastic Ahead of Planned Removal
The controversial Pennsylvania effigy is covered up in anticipation of its removal, but the local Italian American community is fighting to save it
How Instagram Continues to Be Cultural Hub on Its 10th Birthday
"Instagram has a become a place very quickly over the past 10 years, where pop culture happens, and where new trends emerge. I think it's changed the way we all relate to the things we're most interested in," Porch told Newsweek.
Megan Thee Stallion Fans Outraged at Alleged Shooter Tory Lanez's New Album
Rapper Tory Lanez has been accused of shooting Megan Thee Stallion in both her feet over the summer.