Today’s Headlines from People Magazine - August 26, 2025

NEW YORK - People Magazine published a series of major celebrity and pop-culture stories today, including an engagement announcement, a national snack recall, and exclusive interviews.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Announce Engagement Pop superstar Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce confirmed their engagement via Instagram on Tuesday, August 26. The couple, who went public with their romance in September 2023, revealed that Kelce proposed with a custom-designed diamond ring. In an exclusive interview on Swift’s New Heights podcast, she described Kelce as her “vibe booster” and shared details of their private relationship timeline.

Hostess Issues Nationwide Ding Dongs Recall J.M. Smucker Co. initiated a recall of select Hostess Ding Dongs products sold across the United States due to potential mold contamination. The recall affects packages with specific lot numbers, and consumers are urged to check packaging and return affected products for a full refund.

Lil Nas X Speaks Out After Felony Arrest Lil Nas X addressed his recent felony arrest on four charges stemming from an incident on August 21. In a candid social media post, the “Old Town Road” artist reassured fans that he is “going to be okay” and thanked supporters for their continued positivity amid legal proceedings.

Body Found Wrapped in Blankets and Duct Tape Outside ER A grisly discovery was made when authorities found a body wrapped in blankets and secured with duct tape inside a parked car outside a New York emergency room. Neighbors reported seeing a man loading what appeared to be a heavy bundle into the vehicle earlier in the day; police are investigating the cause of death and possible suspect descriptions.

Patrick and Brittany Mahomes React to Swift-Kelce News Patrick Mahomes and his wife, Brittany, publicly congratulated Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce following the engagement announcement. The Mahomeses shared their delight on social media, celebrating the couple’s “modern fairytale” romance and sending warm wishes for their future together.