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Javier Bardem on Gaza: ‘We cannot remain indifferent’ in call for hostage release and cease-fire
Javier Bardem was no longer comfortable being silent on Gaza. The Spanish actor spoke out…
Jonathan Majors’ ‘Magazine Dreams’ lands theatrical release for early 2025
NEW YORK (AP) — The Jonathan Majors -starring bodybuilder drama “Magazine Dreams” has been acquired…
Saoirse Ronan felt happy and settled. That’s why she could play an alcoholic in ‘The Outrun’
The thing about birthing a lamb on camera is you only get one take. Saoirse…
Live Nation is found not liable for 3 campers’ deaths at Michigan music fest
BROOKLYN, Mich. (AP) — Concert promoter Live Nation isn’t responsible for the deaths of three…
Javier Bardem on Gaza: ‘We cannot remain indifferent’ in call for hostage release and cease-fire
Javier Bardem was no longer comfortable being silent on Gaza. The Spanish actor spoke out…
Federal minister says not possible to depoliticize Alberta transgender policy debate
EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she wants to depoliticize the debate around upcoming…
Oasis adds extra Toronto date to North American leg of 2025 reunion tour
TORONTO — Recently reunited British rock group Oasis has expanded its North American tour, adding…
In music and dance, Sudanese performers transport refugee audiences back home
CAIRO (AP) — As the performers took the stage and the traditional drum beat gained…
Hoggard sex assault trial: Defence says woman is lying, Crown says she is ‘unshaken’
Defence lawyers for Canadian musician Jacob Hoggard attacked the credibility of his accuser Thursday as…
Cundill History Prize finalists include books on early North America, post-WWII Japan
Books about the civilizations of pre-colonial Indigenous North America, the early Black civil rights movement…
A new initiative will allow UK deaf audiences to see captioned films before general release
LONDON (AP) — For once, deaf audiences are being prioritized at U.K. cinemas. Paramount Pictures…
Prime Video’s NHL reality series to debut Friday: ‘There was no holding back’
Connor McDavid stands in the middle of the locker room. The Edmonton Oilers captain’s voice…
Hockey Canada to hold a second Beyond The Boards summit to examine culture
CALGARY — Hockey Canada will hold a Beyond The Boards summit in Ottawa in November…
The Grammys’ voting body is more diverse, with 66% new members. What does it mean for the awards?
NEW YORK (AP) — For years, the Grammy Awards have been criticized over a lack…
In time for Oct. 7 anniversary, a new film documents Hamas’ attack on Israel music festival
NEW YORK (AP) — Horror came with sunrise following an all-night rave near the Gaza…
Canada Post to honour television stations MuchMusic, MusiquePlus with new stamps
Canada Post is honouring two Canadian music television stations with new stamps set to be…
TikTok personality ‘Mr. Prada’ charged in the killing of a Louisiana therapist
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A TikTok personality known as Mr. Prada is charged in the…
Italian family believes painting found in a dump in 1960s is a Picasso and seeks authentication
MILAN (AP) — An Italian family hopes to prove definitively that a painting discarded from…
After 31 years, a French treasure hunt may have a winner. The prize: a valuable golden owl
PARIS (AP) — A 31-year-long treasure hunt that drew in thousands of enthusiasts across France…
‘Universal Language’ named best Canadian movie at Vancouver film festival
“Universal Language,” an absurdist dramedy by Winnipeg writer-director Matthew Rankin, has claimed the $15,000 award…
Q&A: Mariah Carey wasn’t always sure about making a Christmas album
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mariah Carey relishes the fact that she has become culturally synonymous…
Mark Carney to release book ‘The Hinge’, a look at Canada’s ‘path forward’
TORONTO — Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney is publishing his prescription for “a…
Eminem is going to be a grandfather, he reveals in ‘Temporary’ music video
Eminem killed off his alter ego Slim Shady with his latest album, but he’s making…
TikTok personality ‘Mr. Prada’ charged in the killing of a Louisiana therapist
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A TikTok personality known as Mr. Prada is charged in the…