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Air Canada flight attendant shares Mohawk culture with pop star Rihanna
MONTREAL — An Air Canada flight attendant got a thrill last week when she gifted…
What’s this year’s World Cup anthem? Canadian producer Cirkut sees unity in many voices
As the World Cup approaches, one question hangs over FIFA’s sprawling new official album: what’s…
Takeaways from Scott Pelley’s emotional interview about his ’60 Minutes’ demise
NEW YORK (AP) — When CBS News President Tom Cibrowski asked Scott Pelley if he…
Canadaland host apologizes to Theresa Kielburger, mother of WE Charity co-founders
TORONTO — The host of the Canadaland podcast apologized to the mother of Marc and…
Cineplex box office $60.5 million in May, concession spending per patron sets record
TORONTO — Cineplex Inc. reported its box office revenue rose to $60.5 million in May,…
Rob Reiner’s son Nick seeks money from trust parents left him for his defense in their killings
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rob Reiner’s son Nick Reiner is seeking unpaid money from a…
The rise and fall of ‘The Hills’ star Spencer Pratt’s improbable campaign for Los Angeles mayor
LOS ANGELES (AP) — He wrote a memoir called “The Guy You Loved to Hate.”…
French singer Patrick Bruel in police custody over alleged rape and sexual assault
PARIS (AP) — French singer and actor Patrick Bruel is in police custody over allegations…
Pop-up art show takes over German president’s residence before yearslong renovation
BERLIN (AP) — A pop-up art show featuring contemporary art, including video and audio installations,…
Man who killed O’Shae Sibley after he danced at a Brooklyn gas station is convicted of manslaughter
NEW YORK (AP) — A jury convicted a man of manslaughter as a hate crime…
Hulk Hogan died of natural causes Florida police report says in closing investigation
MIAMI (AP) — Professional wrestling legend Hulk Hogan died of natural causes last year, according…
With jumpsuits, wigs and dance moves, these young boys and teens keep Elvis’ legacy alive
TUPELO, Miss. (AP) — Nearly 50 years after Elvis Presley ‘s death, a gaggle of…
In first official speech, Gov. Gen. Arbour calls on Canadians to learn from diversity
OTTAWA — Extreme polarization and consensus are dangerous and a better country can only be…
Gordon S. Wood, eminent scholar of the American Revolution, dies at 92 after being hit by a car
NEW YORK (AP) — Gordon S. Wood, the eminent and prolific scholar who forged a…
Chrisleys sue former defense attorney, alleging legal malpractice in case that sent them to prison
ATLANTA (AP) — Reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley are accusing one of their…
The Kennedy Center drops ‘Trump’ branding as Bill Maher’s Twain Award guests are revealed
NEW YORK (AP) — John Mellencamp, Jay Leno and Whitney Cummings will be among the…
The Latest: Louise Arbour installed as Canada’s 31st Governor General
OTTAWA — Former Supreme Court justice Louise Arbour has been installed as Canada’s 31st Governor…
Gordon S. Wood, eminent scholar of the American Revolution, dead at 92
NEW YORK (AP) — Gordon S. Wood, the eminent and prolific scholar who forged a…
Canadian actress Caissie Levy thanks babysitters as she wins first Tony Award
Canadian actress Caissie Levy expressed gratitude for those who help many women go to work…
Familiar Voices: TSN’s Wileman and Caldwell to call Canada games at FIFA World Cup
TORONTO — Players aren’t the only ones who feel the pressure that comes with a…
‘Ragtime’ is still resonating with audiences 30 years since its Broadway debut
New York (AP) — It’s been nearly 30 years since Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens…
Tony winners thank voice teachers and babysitters as Broadway crowns ‘Schmigadoon!’
NEW YORK (AP) — The most infectiously joyous of awards shows, the Tonys often feel…
‘Scary Movie’ tops box office, slaying ‘Masters of the Universe’ and adding to low-budget streak
NEW YORK (AP) — The summer box office is booming — but not because of…
From Ben Stiller to Fat Joe, the Knicks’ celebrity fans get to work at NBA Finals practice
NEW YORK (AP) — Mike Brown thought he was finished with his news conference Sunday…