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Writing a book is the latest chapter in Chris Pronger’s post-NHL career journey
Chris Pronger played for five teams during nearly two decades in the NHL. He has…
Raptors turn to neoclassical sound for playoff hype videos, tapping pianist Tony Ann
The Toronto Raptors are back in the playoffs, and their hype videos are doing things…
Whit Fraser talks career, hockey and Governor General coverage in new book
OTTAWA — For Whit Fraser, it all started with a leap of faith — taking…
Natalie Portman is pregnant with her third child, her first with Tanguy Destable
Natalie Portman is expecting her third child at age 44. The actor told Harper’s Bazaar…
Rapper Tory Lanez sues California prison system for $100 million over stabbing by inmate
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rapper Tory Lanez has sued the California prison system, saying he…
Opening statements set for Tuesday in Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial
NEW YORK (AP) — Opening statements are set for Tuesday in Harvey Weinstein ‘s third…
Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe are breaking up and phasing out their podcast
Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe are splitting up. The sports power couple announced Friday that…
Céline Dion releases first new song in years, ‘Dansons’
Céline Dion wants the world to dance together. She makes the request in a new…
Don Schlitz, storied country songwriter behind such hits as ‘The Gambler,’ dies at 73
NEW YORK (AP) — Don Schlitz, the storied country music songwriter known for such hits…
Scott Griffin addresses backlash over poetry prize changes, seeks community input
TORONTO — A yearslong conflict in Canadian poetry — a quiet mutiny waged in Instagram…
Singer D4vd is arrested in the killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Singer D4vd has been arrested on suspicion of killing a 14-year-old…
Before Beatlemania, George Harrison visited his sister in Illinois. The house is now for sale
For the skinny British musician, it was an unassuming trip to visit his sister’s family…
After a paralyzing stroke, a South Korean pianist recreates himself as a one-handed performer
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — When a major stroke paralyzed South Korean pianist Lee Hun’s…
‘Avengers: Doomsday’ footage, ‘Mandalorian’ opening unveiled at CinemaCon
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Walt Disney Co. staged a blockbuster-sized presentation for theater owners…
In address on media ethics, former Washington Post editor worries about fading moral compass
NEW YORK (AP) — In a speech about the importance of ethics in the news…
‘Long live the movies’: Paramount’s David Ellison makes big promises to theater owners at CinemaCon
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Paramount Skydance CEO and chairman David Ellison made big promises to…
Jon Klassen, Canadian writer and illustrator of ‘I Want My Hat Back,’ wins $750K Swedish prize
Jon Klassen, the Winnipeg-born children’s book author and illustrator behind “I Want My Hat Back,”…
Man plans to plead guilty in killing of Run-DMC’s Jam Master Jay. 2 other men went to trial
One of the three men charged in the killing of Jam Master Jay plans to…
‘Mile End Kicks’ star Barbie Ferreira says she supports ‘Euphoria’ cast, is ‘totally cool’ with not being eligible for Canadian Screen Award
TORONTO — Barbie Ferreira has put her “Euphoria” days behind her. The actress played Kat…
QVC prepares for bankruptcy protection in the era of influencers, TikTok and Temu
NEW YORK (AP) — The owner of home shopping network pioneer QVC — which for…
From ‘SNL’ succession plan to Lorne Michaels’ quirky habits, here’s what to know about ‘Lorne’ doc
Lorne Michaels, the mastermind behind “Saturday Night Live,” is pulling back the curtain and allowing…
Tegan Quin’s pick ‘The Cure for Drowning’ by Loghan Paylor wins Canada Reads
TORONTO — Loghan Paylor’s “The Cure for Drowning,” championed by musician Tegan Quin, has won…
Star of Japanese hit series ‘The Solitary Gourmet’ hopes to share its joy of eating
TOKYO (AP) — Japanese TV program “The Solitary Gourmet” quietly started in a late-night slot…
‘Spaceballs’ sequel, ‘Thomas Crown Affair’ previewed at CinemaCon, but no Bond updates
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The cast and filmmakers behind the “Spaceballs” sequel including Bill Pullman…