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Artist Norval Morrisseau’s estate wants dismissal of lawsuit alleging sexual assault
VANCOUVER — The estate of Indigenous artist Norval Morrisseau is seeking dismissal of a lawsuit…
Dan Brown on his new book, ‘The Secret of Secrets,’ and how he manages the writing process
NEW YORK (AP) — The plots of Dan Brown’s novels have so many turns that…
Suspect arrested after Montreal concertgoers report needle pricks, dizziness
MONTREAL — Montreal police say a 33-year-old man was arrested last month after reports that…
‘Hannibal’ creator says he drew inspiration from ’80s faves for film debut ‘Dust Bunny’
TORONTO — “Hannibal” creator Bryan Fuller brought his macabre monster fantasy “Dust Bunny” to the…
The newest Bachelorette is ‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ star Taylor Frankie Paul
There’s a new Bachelorette in town — and we’ve met her before. Taylor Frankie Paul,…
Whatever rugby icon Ilona Maher does next it will be Maher-vellous
LONDON (AP) — Ilona Maher wants to be known, first and foremost, as a rugby…
Omar El Akkad, Miriam Toews shortlisted for Writers’ Trust non-fiction prize
TORONTO — CanLit heavyweights Miriam Toews and Omar El Akkad are finalists for one of…
Star Trek plans packed lineup for the franchise’s 60th anniversary, with Lego sets and YouTube show
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Not many franchises have fueled society’s timeless fascination with the boundless…
Dryden’s “The Game” remains as significant as ever, over 40 years after its release
Expectations were always going to be high for a new closing chapter in the 30th-anniversary…
Pledge to boycott Israeli film institutions draws signatures of top Hollywood actors and directors
NEW YORK (AP) — Some prominent Hollywood names are among the filmmakers and industry figures…
Katseye’s Gap ad hit 400M views in 3 days. What happened next?
The experiment was a remarkable success. In 2023, the Hybe Corporation and Geffen Records set…
Onslaught of sports betting ads make gambling seem enticing to youth, doctors say
TORONTO — Doctors are calling for restrictions on sports betting ads, saying they are setting…
Ben Mulroney to host Global’s political affairs show, ‘The West Block’
Ben Mulroney is taking the reins of Global News’ political affairs program, “The West Block.”…
Black Screen Office releases guide for cultural sector to address anti-Black racism
TORONTO — The Black Screen Office has released policy guidelines it says can help cultural…
In Chloé Zhao’s ‘Hamnet,’ something emotional this way comes
TORONTO (AP) — “Why are you making me cry?” It’s an ironic question for Chloé…
CBS News’ new ombudsman has background and duties that differ from the job’s traditional definition
NEW YORK (AP) — CBS News has a new ombudsman assigned to look into public…
Will anything stop ‘The Studio’ and ‘Severance’ at the Emmys? AP writers make their predictions
Sunday’s 77th Primetime Emmy Awards arrive with clear favorites but few sure things. Will the…
Oprah Winfrey selects Elizabeth Gilbert’s new memoir for her book club
NEW YORK (AP) — Elizabeth Gilbert’s “All the Way to the River,” a memoir that…
New ballet company to open in Vancouver under Joshua Beamish next year
TORONTO — Vancouver choreographer Joshua Beamish is bringing a new ballet company to the city…
UK’s National Gallery will use $500 million in donations for a new wing and expanded collection
LONDON (AP) — Britain’s National Gallery announced Tuesday that it will use a whopping 375…
Director Mathieu Denis asks what you’re willing to pay in TIFF’s ‘The Cost of Heaven’
TORONTO — “The Cost of Heaven” is an invitation for audiences to think about what…
Christoph von Dohnányi, who led Cleveland Orchestra until 2002, dies at 95
CLEVELAND (AP) — Christoph von Dohnányi, a conductor acclaimed for performances as music director of…
Charlie Sheen talks his road to sobriety ahead of release of his memoir, ‘The Book of Sheen’
Charlie Sheen said fatherhood quickly occupied his life when he got sober eight years ago.…
Rick Davies, co-founder and singer of Supertramp, dies at 81
LONDON (AP) — Rick Davies, the co-founder, singer and songwriter of British band Supertramp, has…