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British poet and self-professed ‘anarchist’ Benjamin Zephaniah dies at age 65
LONDON (AP) — Benjamin Zephaniah, a British poet, political activist and actor who drew huge…
An appreciation: How Norman Lear changed television – and with it American life – in the 1970s
NEW YORK (AP) — In many American living rooms, the 1960s didn’t really begin until…
2023 (Taylor’s Version): The year in pop culture
In weather terminology, they call it “rapid intensification” — the process by which a storm…
Norman Lear, producer of TV’s ‘All in the Family’ and influential liberal advocate, has died at 101
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Norman Lear, the writer, director and producer who revolutionized prime time…
Norman Lear, producer of TV’s ‘All in the Family’ and influential liberal advocate, has died at 101
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Norman Lear, the writer, director and producer who revolutionized prime time…
College Board revises AP Black studies class set to launch in 2024
The College Board on Wednesday released an updated framework for its new Advanced Placement African…
A grantmaker is betting a TV show for teen girls can help narrow the STEM gender gap
Dallas philanthropist Lyda Hill has devoted much of her giving to tackling social problems through…
Virginia state art museum returns 44 pieces authorities determined were stolen or looted
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia’s state-run fine arts museum has begun the process of returning…
Movie Review: ‘Leave the World Behind’ is a terrific blend of thriller, disaster and satire
Imagine that it’s close to midnight and there’s a knock at the door of your…
In ‘Wonka,’ Timothée Chalamet finds a world of pure imagination
Hugh Grant learned some years ago that if a filmmaker doesn’t make something from the…
In ‘Wonka,’ Timothée Chalamet finds a world of pure imagination
Hugh Grant learned some years ago that if a filmmaker doesn’t make something from the…
David Yee wins $75K Siminovitch Prize for uplifting Asian Canadian theatre community
Trailblazing playwright David Yee has been awarded this year’s $75,000 Siminovitch Prize for his body…
Former career US diplomat charged with secretly spying for Cuban intelligence for decades
MIAMI (AP) — A former career American diplomat was charged with serving as a secret…
Kennedy Center Honors fetes new inductees, including Queen Latifah, Billy Crystal and Dionne Warwick
WASHINGTON (AP) — The newest group of Kennedy Center honorees, including comedian Billy Crystal and…
Tributes for Quebec film ‘visionary’ Daniel Langlois; four suspects detained in death
MONTREAL – Tributes are pouring in for celebrated Quebec businessman and philanthropist Daniel Langlois after…
AP’s top albums of 2023: Music from Olivia Rodrigo, Peso Pluma, the Rolling Stones and more
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ten of the top albums of the year, as chosen by…
AP News in Brief at 11:04 p.m. EST
Israel expands Gaza ground offensive, vows to hit the south with ‘no less strength’ than…
Former US ambassador arrested in Florida, accused of serving as an agent of Cuba, AP source says
MIAMI (AP) — A former American diplomat who served as U.S. ambassador to Bolivia has…
Barbie doll honoring Cherokee Nation leader is met with mixed emotions
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — An iconic chief of the Cherokee Nation, Wilma Mankiller, inspired countless…
Kiss say farewell to live touring, become first US band to go virtual and become digital avatars
On Saturday night, Kiss closed out the final performance of their “The End of the…
New York’s College of Saint Rose will close in May 2024 amid financial woes
NEW YORK (AP) — The College of Saint Rose, a century-old Roman Catholic College in…
Illinois appeals court affirms actor Jussie Smollett’s convictions and jail sentence
An appeals court upheld the disorderly conduct convictions Friday of actor Jussie Smollett, who was…
Review: In concert film ‘Renaissance,’ Beyoncé offers glimpse into personal life during world tour
LOS ANGELES (AP) — In Beyoncé’s concert film, she describes her recent Renaissance World Tour…
On ‘Innocence,’ Kenny G’s jazz lullabies aren’t just for kids. They’re for everyone
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Four decades into his career – which include countless world tours,…