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Actors’ union approves 4-year contract with studios and streamers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Television and movie actors on Thursday voted overwhelmingly to ratify a…
Former Prince Andrew made money subletting cottages on his rent-free estate, report shows
LONDON (AP) — The former Prince Andrew made money by subletting three cottages on the…
A rare Edith Wharton story is unearthed about the gap between everyday life and the horrors of WWI
NEW YORK (AP) — When World War I broke out in 1914, Edith Wharton’s initial…
Maria Reva wins Amazon Canada First Novel Award for ‘Endling’
TORONTO — “Endling,” Maria Reva’s metafictional exploration of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, has won the…
Marjane Satrapi, Iranian French cartoonist and filmmaker known for ‘Persepolis,’ dies at 56
PARIS (AP) — Acclaimed Iranian French cartoonist and filmmaker Marjane Satrapi, a prominent advocate for…
Kennedy Center moves to erase Trump references after judge said they were illegally added
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Kennedy Center is beginning the process of removing references to President…
Choose ‘Trainspotting’: Ewan McGregor and Danny Boyle reflect on the life-changing film
Ewan McGregor, for a fleeting moment after “Trainspotting” came out, felt like a rock star.…
Creative industry slams government on move to dismantle CanCon obligations for streamers
TORONTO — Groups representing writers and filmmakers are criticizing the government’s move to dismantle Canadian…
Venice Biennale artists demand names removed from visitors’ ballot and threaten lawsuit
MILAN (AP) — Dozens of artists in this year’s Venice Biennale contemporary art show are…
What to watch for at the Tony Awards on Broadway’s biggest night
NEW YORK (AP) — Twenty-four shows on Broadway received Tony Award nominations this season, but…
Apple TV’s retelling of ‘Cape Fear’ brings a psycho killer into our homes in ‘a nightmare for today’
NEW YORK (AP) — If there’s ever been a terrifying screen villain, it’s got to…
Apple TV’s retelling of ‘Cape Fear’ brings a psycho killer into our homes in ‘a nightmare for today’
NEW YORK (AP) — If there’s ever been a terrifying screen villain, it’s got to…
Canadian director turns tinnitus pain into rock ‘n’ roll horror film debuting at Tribeca
In his mid-twenties Sam Scott, who plays the drums, began hearing a near-constant buzzing sound…
The Literary Arts Fund to distribute $7.7 million in grants to 40 organizations
NEW YORK (AP) — Dozens of literary entities, from the presenters of the National Book…
Bell Media to revive ‘Big Brother Canada,’ Seth Rogen’s take on ‘The Littlest Hobo’
TORONTO — Bell Media is reviving “Big Brother Canada,” the reality TV series that was…
UFC ending pay-per-view model in Canada with Paramount Plus streaming deal
TORONTO — The UFC and Paramount plan to expand their partnership into Canada next year,…
Trio of star-studded World Cup opening ceremonies in US, Canada and Mexico aim to showcase unity
MILAN (AP) — The World Cup will feature an unprecedented trio of star-studded opening ceremonies…
In the news today: AI strategy, B.C. killer discharged, Blue Jays sign Twins pitcher
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up…
Nelly Furtado, Tragically Hip join Boi-1da for Canada’s ‘competitive’ World Cup album
When Boi-1da was first approached about a World Cup soundtrack by Canada Soccer, the brief…
New Yorker poetry editor Kevin Young wins Griffin Poetry Prize
TORONTO — Kevin Young, the poetry editor of the New Yorker, has won the $130,000…
Dutch court allows rapper Ye concerts in the Netherlands
AMSTERDAM (AP) — A judge in Amsterdam on Wednesday rejected an appeal by a Jewish…
Whither ‘60 Minutes’? As turmoil unspools in public, CBS News show’s ultimate health is debated
NEW YORK (AP) — “This is ‘60 Minutes,’” Harry Reasoner announced on Sept. 24, 1968,…
Looking for NBA Finals seats? The Knicks are making 2 in celebrity row available in an auction
Still looking for tickets to the NBA Finals? The New York Knicks are making available…
Ottawa tells CRTC to change course on increasing streamers’ financial contributions
OTTAWA — Ottawa is directing the CRTC to back down on its recent decision to…