Nigel Lythgoe is pictured.

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In a new suit, two women who say they were contestants on an all-female competition series in 2003 say Nigel Lythgoe sexually assaulted them.

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File photo of Grambling State guard Jordaynia Ivie attempting a jump shot during an NCAA women's basketball game.
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Women's basketball team sets NCAA record with 141-point win

Rage Against the Machine drummer Brad Wilk.
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Rage Against the Machine drummer says band is breaking up ... again

Ciara and Derek Jeter are pictured.
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Ciara learns she's related to Derek Jeter after surprising DNA test

Selena Gomez walks a red carpet.
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Selena Gomez says she may quit music after her next album

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill.
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Firefighters battle fire at home of Miami Dolphins player Tyreek Hill

Kieran Culkin, Alan Ruck, Brian Cox, Jeremy Strong, Sarah Snook, Nicholas Braun attend HBO's "Succession" Season 4 premiere.
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Hundreds of props used in hit show 'Succession' up for auction

1:24Combination photo shows Jimmy Kimmel, left, and Aaron Rodgers.
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Jimmy Kimmel fires back at Aaron Rodgers over Epstein allegations

Female boxers compete in the ring
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USA Boxing faces criticism over new transgender policy

5:38The logos for streaming services Netflix, Hulu, Disney Plus and Sling TV are pictured on a remote control.
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Customers dropping streaming services, switching to ad-based plans

1:05File photo of Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper.
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NFL fines Carolina Panthers owner $300K for throwing drink at fans

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark (22) celebrates after an NCAA college basketball game against Michigan State.
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Most US adults follow women's sports, study finds

Carrie Bernans is pictured.
AP

'Black Panther' actor critically injured in New York hit-and-run

A 2010 U.K. postage stamp showing an image of cartoon characters Winnie the Pooh and Tigger.
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It's not just Mickey Mouse. Other notable works entering public domain

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh holds the winner's trophy after a win over Alabama in the Rose Bowl.
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College Football Playoff final set after 2 thrilling matchups

Gypsy Rose Blanchard sits in court.
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Gypsy Rose Blanchard makes social media debut: 'I'm finally free'

Tampa Bay Rays' Wander Franco.
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Rays' Wander Franco arrested over alleged relationship with minor

Taylor Swift attending a Kansas City Chiefs game.
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Taylor Swift breaks record previously held by Elvis Presley

3:45An actor dressed as Mickey Mouse greeting visitors at Walt Disney World.
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Mickey Mouse enters the public domain, but with many legal caveats

Renegades quarterback Drew Plitt (9) during a XFL football game between the Vegas Vipers and Arlington Renegades, Feb. 2023
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XFL, USFL merge to create the new United Football League

Paula Abdul at the 57th Annual CMA Awards on Nov. 8, 2023.
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Paula Abdul accuses 'American Idol' producer of sexual assault

1:41Taylor Swift performs during The Eras Tour
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Taylor Swift's Eras Tour and box office success boosted the economy

2:03Detroit Pistons forward Bojan Bogdanovic (44) drives to the basket against Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0).
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Detroit Pistons lose 28th consecutive game after blowing 21-point lead

Dave Chappelle performs on stage.
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Dave Chappelle abruptly ends show after spotting cellphone in audience

Shakira
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Shakira's hometown in Colombia honors her with a 21-foot-tall statue

Cher
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Cher seeks conservatorship for son amid substance abuse concerns

Ariana Grande
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Ariana Grande announces she'll have a new album out in 2024

Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander (23) plays defense during an NFL football game.
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Packers suspend Pro-Bowl CB Jaire Alexander after crashing coin toss

Amazon Prime Video streaming app is seen on an iPad screen.
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Ads on Amazon Prime movies and TV shows will begin in late January

1:44Rihanna performing at the Super Bowl
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Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) looks into the stands.
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Pistons lose 27th consecutive game, setting single-season NBA record