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Charles Barkley said on 97.5 The Fanatic that he declined Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding invitation, joking it would be a 'crap show' and that he’d rather play golf than dress up; he’s met Swift once and appreciated the invite, while many sports media figures attended the high-profile ceremony at MSG.
Former President Donald Trump says he has received an invitation to attend the New York Knicks’ NBA Finals games, a claim reported May 27, 2026; the article provides no details on attendance or who extended the invitation.
DrDisrespect posted a photo and claim that he attended a Highguard preview, but attendees and the game's creator manager say he wasn't invited, with speculation that the badge could be AI-generated or faked. Kotaku reached out for confirmation, others who were there deny his presence, and some attendees note a separate creator day. He did stream the launch day anyway amid ongoing controversy.
Taylor Swift revealed on The Graham Norton Show that her wedding to Travis Kelce will be very big, with plans to invite many friends and possibly hosting it at Arrowhead Stadium, indicating a grand celebration.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has invited 534 distinguished artists, technologists, and professionals to join in 2025, recognizing their significant contributions to the film industry.
The Film Academy has invited 534 new members, including notable actors, directors, and industry professionals, marking the largest invitation list since 2020, with a focus on diversity and global representation.
A total of 534 distinguished artists and industry professionals, including recent Oscar winners and nominees like Kieran Culkin, Mikey Madison, Ariana Grande, and others from diverse backgrounds and countries, have been invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which aims to enhance its global and inclusive representation. Acceptance will increase the Academy's total membership to over 11,000, with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and international representation.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has invited 534 new members, including recent Oscar winners Mikey Madison and Kieran Culkin, as well as stars like Ariana Grande and Jason Momoa. The new members come from diverse backgrounds and countries, and if all accept, the overall membership will reach over 11,000, with a significant portion being women, international, and from underrepresented communities.
Heavyweight boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk urges US President Donald Trump to help Ukraine by living in Kyiv for a week to understand the ongoing Russian invasion, emphasizing the need for international support and accountability. Usyk also invites Trump to visit Ukraine secretly to witness the war's impact firsthand, highlighting his personal connection and the ongoing conflict affecting his family and country.
People often overestimate the negative social consequences of rejecting an invitation, according to a study published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology. The research found that individuals who declined invitations believed that their rejection would have more severe ramifications for their relationships than the invitees themselves. The study suggests that people tend to exaggerate how upset someone will be when an invitation is declined, even in longstanding relationships. The findings indicate that turning down invitations occasionally can help avoid burnout without major consequences.
The Nobel Foundation has reinvited ambassadors from Russia and Belarus to the Nobel Prize banquet, after excluding them last year due to the invasion of Ukraine. Iran has also been invited this year. The foundation stated that it wants to involve even those who do not share the values of the Nobel Prize, in an effort to counter the increasing division in the world. The decision has sparked controversy, with critics arguing that it sets a dangerous precedent and undermines support for Ukraine. The foundation also reversed its policy of excluding the leader of the far-right Sweden Democrats party, who declined the invitation.
The United States has formally invited China's newly reappointed foreign minister, Wang Yi, to Washington, following the abrupt removal of his predecessor. The invitation was extended during a meeting between U.S. Assistant Secretary for East Asia and Pacific Affairs Daniel Kritenbrink and Yang Tao, Director General of the North American and Oceania Affairs at China's Foreign Ministry. While it is unclear if the Chinese side has accepted the invitation, the U.S. State Department expects the visit to happen. The meeting is part of ongoing efforts to maintain open lines of communication and responsibly manage the bilateral relationship between the two countries.
Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin has extended an invitation to the Chicago Bears to consider relocating their stadium to Aurora. In a two-page letter, the mayor highlights Aurora's history, location, and ongoing development projects. The invitation comes after the Bears expressed interest in exploring other locations, following their plans for the former Arlington Race Track property being "at risk." The Bears organization has responded positively to the invitation, and Aurora joins other suburbs vying for the opportunity. This isn't the first time Aurora has pursued the Bears, as a similar proposal was made in 1995 but did not come to fruition.
The Georgia Bulldogs, the reigning national champions of college football, have declined an invitation to visit the White House, citing a scheduling conflict. The University of Georgia (UGA) athletic association said in a statement Tuesday, noting that the June 12 date for the invitation “is not feasible given the student-athlete calendar and time of year.” This is the third straight year that a college football national champion won’t be attending the White House for an annual visit.
The Georgia Bulldogs football team declined an invitation to visit the White House next month to celebrate their second consecutive national championship, citing scheduling conflicts. The team did not visit the White House after its championship last year, nor did the Alabama Crimson Tide the year before, due to Covid-related reasons. The last championship football team to visit the White House was the Louisiana State University Tigers in January 2020. President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden announced Monday the White House would be hosting the LSU Tigers women’s basketball team and the University of Connecticut Huskies men’s basketball team on May 26 for two ceremonies celebrating each team’s national championship title.