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As the U.S. approaches its 250th anniversary, families can explore 50 diverse, multi-generational travel experiences nationwide. From Maine's botanical gardens and Vermont's ice cream factory to Washington D.C.'s free Smithsonian museums and Florida's theme parks, these destinations offer something for every age and interest, encouraging discovery and shared memories across the country.

Star Wars, a sci-fi vision of George Lucas, overcame initial skepticism to become a cinematic phenomenon. Released in 1977, it revolutionized visual effects and merchandising, shaping modern pop culture and launching the careers of Harrison Ford and Carrie Fisher. The franchise's iconic sounds and designs often stemmed from unexpected sources, showcasing the ingenuity behind its creation.

The NFL Week 10 schedule is packed with exciting matchups, including the Panthers facing the Giants in Germany and a Commanders-Steelers showdown. Injuries continue to impact teams, with players like Nico Collins and Christian McCaffrey on the mend. The injury report reveals numerous players dealing with various ailments, adding another layer of intrigue to the upcoming games.

FIFA World Cup 2018 in Russia will see 32 nations competing for the coveted trophy. Each team has fielded a 23-man squad for the quadrennial event. The tournament starts from June 14 and will continue till July 15.

The 15th edition of the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup will be played from January 13 to 29 in the cities of Bhubaneswar and Rourkela in Odisha. Here's the list of 20-man squads of all 16 participating teams, including the two traveling reserves (alternate players) of each team.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has revealed the full list of feature films still in the running in the Best Picture category at the upcoming 94th Academy Awards.

The Recording Academy and CBS on Tuesday announced the nomination list for the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards. The nominations were revealed in a live stream on Tuesday. Beyoncé came out on top with nine nominations, followed by Taylor Swift, Roddy Ricch and Dua Lipa with six apiece.

Kendrick Lamar leads all nominees with 11, The Weeknd and Taylor Swift each have 7 nominations.