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‘Fun police have struck:’ Alberta premier criticizes new Calgary Stampede noise bylaw
CALGARY — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says “the fun police have struck” Calgary while the…
Communities across Canada celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day
OTTAWA — Events were held across the country on Sunday to mark the 30th National…
Drake honours late producer Tay Keith: ‘Endless and eternal gratitude’
Drake is paying tribute to his late collaborator, Tay Keith. The Toronto rapper took to…
In Taylor Swift’s beach town, every clue becomes a wedding rumor
WESTERLY, R.I. (AP) — When a large tent appeared next door to Taylor Swift’s Watch…
‘Toy Story 5’ rakes in the biggest box-office debut of the year with a franchise-best $160 million
NEW YORK (AP) — “Toy Story” still has a friend in moviegoers. The fifth installment…
Brand Refresh? CBC mulling options for potential new ‘Hockey Night in Canada’ chapter
TORONTO — As the CBC mulls over how to fill a vacated Saturday night block…
Kevin Alves on the emotional Vancouver set of ‘Yellowjackets” final season
“Yellowjackets” actor Kevin Alves says there’s been “lots of tears of joy” since he and…
N.B. gallery aims to spark debate with urine-soaked crucifix photo, Tory MP weighs in
FREDERICTON — An art gallery in Eastern Canada is leveraging a notorious, damaged photograph of…
Lewis Hamilton and Colman Domingo lead a star-studded front row at Ralph Lauren’s Milan show
MILAN (AP) — Lewis Hamilton hobnobbed with Colman Domingo in the front row of Ralph…
James Burrows, director of classic TV comedies including ‘Cheers’ and ‘Friends,’ dies at 85
LOS ANGELES (AP) — James Burrows, who helped create volumes of laughter as director of…
Dolce & Gabbana imagines a Mediterranean escape in menswear built for the heat
MILAN (AP) — Dolce & Gabbana pitched a menswear wardrobe built for both Milan’s punishing…
Kennedy Center says it isn’t required to reschedule shows after judge blocks 2-year closure
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Kennedy Center’s management isn’t making a commitment to scheduling new shows…
When gruesome injuries happen, TV producers have to make tough calls on the fly
Television producers are always thinking on their feet during a live sporting event. It’s when…
Brazilian soccer fans at the World Cup heed warning not to dress Rocky statue in team gear
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Brazil fans who went the distance up the Philadelphia Museum of Art…
Anne Hathaway is pregnant with her third child
NEW YORK (AP) — Anne Hathaway is pregnant with her third child. On Friday, the…
World Cup ticket buyers are left stranded as resale purchases fall through
ATLANTA (AP) — Bina Ramroop broke down in tears when she realized she wasn’t going…
Rolling Stones’ new album channels spirit of early Toronto gigs, says Ronnie Wood
Ronnie Wood says Toronto helped start him up. Nearly 50 years after the Rolling Stones…
The Minions and their ‘big boss’ Chris Meledandri keep a blockbuster machine humming
NEW YORK (AP) — When Illumination founder and chief executive Chris Meledandri earlier this month…
Former child actor Daveigh Chase, ‘The Ring’ villain and Lilo voice, dies at 35
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Former child actor Daveigh Chase, known for her youthful voice in…
Comedian Carlos Mencia faces 12 felony charges for failing to report more than $8M in earnings
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Comedian Carlos Mencia was arrested Thursday and charged with 12 felony…
Obama Center opens in Chicago with a call to defend democracy and a celebrity crowd
Former President Barack Obama formally opened his presidential center in Chicago on Thursday with a…
Man convicted of shooting at pop star AP Dhillon’s B.C. home is ordered deported
OTTAWA — A man convicted of arson and firing a gun at Indo-Canadian pop star…
Comedy trailblazer Tom Dreesen, Sinatra’s longtime opening act, dies at 86
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Tom Dreesen, who along with partner Tim Reid formed one of…
Sabrina Carpenter gets 5-year restraining order against man who kept trying to enter her home
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A man who tried to get into pop star Sabrina Carpenter…