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Why are sit-down chain restaurants struggling?

RED LOBSTER FILED FOR BANKRUPTCY IN MAY. TGI FRIdays closed nearly 50 locations abruptly in October, then filed for bankruptcy in early November. Hooters shut down dozens of stores in June, while Buca di Beppo declared bankruptcy in August.

Using AI for natural-disaster responses

THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE LIVING IN URBAN AREAS HAS tripled in the past 50 years, meaning that when a major natural disaster like an earthquake strikes a city, more lives are in danger. Meanwhile, the strength and frequency of extreme weather events has increased-a trend set to continue as the climate warms.

No rest for the songs of Wicked

THE WICKED WITCH OF THE WEST HAS BEEN A FIXTURE in American culture for nearly 125 years. After coming to life in 1900 with L. Frank Baum's novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, she rose to prominence onscreen in 1939, portrayed by Margaret Hamilton as a sinister old lady intent on ruining an innocent girl's wish to go home.

Turning waste into buildings

Insect shells, rice husks, water bottles, and bamboo charcoal might not be the first things that come to mind when you think of high-performance building products.

Health Matters

COVID-19 MAY NOT BE A PUBLIChealth emergency anymore, but you still need your yearly shot. In fact, it seems to peak about twice a year: once during the traditional respiratory-disease season in the fall and winter, and once during summer.

Quincy Jones

QUINCY JONES, ONE OF THE most important drivers of 20th century pop culture, died on Nov. 3 at 91. A music producer, composer, and executive, Jones served as the connective tissue between many eras and styles of music, from Ella Fitzgerald to Frank Sinatra, Michael Jackson to Amy Winehouse.

How Trump Won

THE FORMER PRESIDENT'S RE-ELECTION IS THE NEXT STEP IN A POLITICAL CAREER UNLIKE ANY OTHER IN AMERICAN HISTORY

The Battle for Attention Gets Really Dirty

Us breaks down why celebrities are upping the ante on their sex confessions and speculates about a possible war between A-listers and internet stars

A Wedding 'Is the Last Thing on Our Minds'

Sharna Burgess and Brian Austin Green explain why their big day is taking a backseat

Hugh & Sutton The Truth About Their Romance

Insiders shed light on Hugh Jackman's relationship with his Broadway costar Sutton Foster and how his ex-wife is coping

25 THINGS YOU DON'T KNOW ABOUT ME

The world-renowned chef serves up some personal facts, including which A-lister he'd love to cook for!

KEVIN COSTNER: FEELING USED!

Judging from the season 5 part 2 trailer for Yellowstone, Kevin Costner’s John Dutton is alive, well and as powerhungry as ever. But the 69-year-old famously cut ties with the sprawling western amid creative differences with creator Taylor Sheridan.

STUCK WITH EACH OTHER!

DESPITE THEIR SPLIT, BEN AFFLECK AND JENNIFER LOPEZ WILL HAVE TO WORK TOGETHER TO PROMOTE THEIR LATEST PROJECT.

BRAD'S SAD HOLIDAYS

Hoping for a Christmas miracle! Over the past year, Brad Pitt’s already damaged relationship with his brood of six has further eroded, with Shiloh, 18, Zahara, 19, and 20-year-old Pax all dropping his name, following Maddox, 23, in distancing their father.

TOM HANKS: NOBODY HERE

Tom Hanks doesn’t love movie critics. In a recent interview, the 68-year-old, dubbed “America’s Dad,” used some colorful language to show his ire.

WAS HE FOR REAL?

ck in March, Valerie Bertinelli told fans she was giving love another chance after her 2022 divorce from Tom Vitale. A few weeks later, the Food Network star, 64, went public with 53-year-old Mike Goodenough after meeting the writer on Instagram and messaging with him for a few years.

Teddi & Edwin: WHAT WENT WRONG

It’s over for Teddi Mellencamp and her hubby of 13 years, Edwin Arroyave, and an insider says the divorce filing by the former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star came as a shock.

KIM MAKES A PLAY FOR TOM!

Could Kim Kardashian be Tom Brady’s new lady? She certainly hopes so. A source says the three-time divorcée has been angling to date the NFL GOAT since his 2022 split from Gisele Bündchen. “She would leap at the chance.”

Royals in TURMOIL!

BOMBSHELL REPORTS REVEAL HOW PRINCE WILLIAM AND KING CHARLES MAKE DIRTY MONEY, WHILE ONCE-STOIC CAMILLA SPIRALS.

JESSICA'S New Life!

A CONFIDENT AND SEVEN-YEARS-SOBER JESSICA SIMPSON IS READY TO LEAVE HER UNHAPPY MARRIAGE.

The True Story Behind Elvis's 1968 Comeback

A new documentary shows Elvis Presley like he's never been seen before. Netflix's Return of the King: The Fall and Rise of Elvis Presley (streaming now) explores the significance of the rock and roll legend's '68 Comeback Special that aired on NBC on Dec. 3, 1968, when he was at a major crossroads in his career.

Zach Bryan's Ex Accuses Him of Emotional Abuse

Zach Bryan's ex Brianna \"Chickenfry\" LaPaglia is opening up about their breakup. Two weeks after the country singer, 28, announced their split on Oct. 22, LaPaglia, 25, accused her ex of emotional abuse.

Richard Gere Moves to Spain With Family

Richard Gere wants to be closer to his in-laws. The actor sold his $10.75 million home in New Canaan, Conn., in October, according to property records obtained by People.

JOHN KRASINSK IS THE SEXIEST MAN ALIVE!

After a crushworthy role on The Office, the devoted family man is now one of Hollywood's hottest directors

THE SEXY GUYS OF NEW GIRL

Six years after their hit sitcom ended, the inhabitants of Apt. 4D-Jake Johnson, Max Greenfield, Lamorne Morris and Damon Wayans Jr.-reunite for the first time and prove that being hilarious is always sexy

Kate's Emotional Return

PRINCESS KATE'S GRADUAL STEP BACK INTO ROYAL DUTIES WITH PRINCE WILLIAM BY HER SIDE UNDERSCORES THEIR UNSPOKEN STRENGTH AMID IMMENSE PERSONAL CHALLENGES

ROYALLY SEXY

Your majesty! When it comes to playing royalty, these distinguished gentlemen know just how to behave

A Couple That Makes Each Other 'Smile'

The model talks to Us about her partner's new movie and the key to their relationship

Concerns for Prince Andrew

Prince Andrew's family begins to worry after the disgraced royal is reportedly cut off financially by his brother King Charles

Housewives Scoop X 3!

Real talk: From shocking splits to casting news, there’s no shortage of drama when it comes to the ladies of Bravo