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Grammy-nominated Edgar Barrera wishes be a pioneer for Latin songwriters
MEXICO CITY (AP) — The third time may be the charm for Edgar Barrera, the…
The biggest surprise at Paris couture? It got wearable
PARIS (AP) — Paris couture this season did something unexpected: It got lighter and down…
Kennedy Center’s head of artistic programming steps down 2 weeks after taking the job
WASHINGTON (AP) — The head of artistic programming at the Kennedy Center abruptly stepped away…
The Sundance Film Festival is now streaming. Here’s how, and what, to watch
PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — Don’t worry if you didn’t make it to the last…
Ari Emanuel’s ‘fiery, furious’ memoir to be released this fall
NEW YORK (AP) — Hollywood super-agent and power broker Ari Emanuel will have a memoir…
Cher, Tina Knowles and the late Rob Reiner are among Audie Awards finalists
NEW YORK (AP) — Cher, Tina Knowles and the late Rob Reiner are among the…
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, K-pop and more: AP predicts who will win at the 2026 Grammys
The competition is fierce. Kendrick Lamar’s dominance continues at the 2026 Grammy Awards, where he…
King Charles III’s documentary sets out his philosophy for saving the planet
WINDSOR, England (AP) — King Charles III is clearly thinking about his legacy. In his…
Trump facing growing cultural revolt against immigration crackdown
NEW YORK (AP) — No longer confined to the partisans and activists, the fierce backlash…
A historic house in Serbia’s capital hangs on with intimate theatrical productions
BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — It may be out of place on a busy downtown street…
Valentino opens post-Garavani couture with somber note, then high drama
PARIS (AP) — Valentino’s first couture show since house founder Valentino Garavani’s funeral in Rome…
Actor Rose Byrne named Harvard’s Hasty Pudding Woman of the Year
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) — Rose Byrne, fresh off her Golden Globe Award win and Oscar…
Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump heritage site enjoys boost after shout out on ‘The Pitt’
A UNESCO World Heritage Site in Alberta is enjoying a recent uptick in interest spurred…
Bruce Springsteen sings out against Trump in ‘Streets of Minneapolis’
Bruce Springsteen is dedicating his new song to the people of Minneapolis, criticizing President Donald…
Alabama inmate activists from an Oscar-nominated film are moved to solitary, attorneys say
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — The Alabama prison system has moved three well-known inmate activists who…
Mariners broadcaster Rick Rizzs reflects on his career as he embarks on his last, and 41st, season
SEATTLE (AP) — As Seattle Mariners chairman John Stanton spoke fondly of Rick Rizzs on…
East Coast Music Awards announce 2026 nominees, aim for transformation after turmoil
HALIFAX — Goldie Boutilier and Daniel James McFadyen are among the leading nominees at this…
Gay ice hockey drama ‘Heated Rivalry’ becomes a surprise hit in Russia despite anti-LGBTQ+ laws
LONDON (AP) — If you haven’t heard of gay ice hockey TV drama “Heated Rivalry”…
New Canada Post stamps honour Black Canadian hip-hop icons
TORONTO — Maestro Fresh Wes was among the stars witnessing the unveiling of Canada Post…
Internet-famous ‘Heated Rivalry’ Canada fleece jacket to go on sale
TORONTO — The internet-famous fleece jacket from “Heated Rivalry” is making the leap from screen…
Writers’ Trust sets up award for low-profile book workers: non-fiction editors
TORONTO — The Writers’ Trust of Canada is introducing a $25,000 award for book editors,…
Sergi López on ‘Sirāt’: A journey that makes you look inward
MEXICO CITY (AP) — “Sirāt,” Spain’s latest Oscar contender, follows Luis as he treks through…
Four big questions ahead of the 2026 Grammy Awards show
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The 68th annual Grammy Awards are Sunday, airing live from Los…
Traoré joins West Ham and says movie taught him about passion of the club’s fans
LONDON (AP) — Spain winger Adama Traoré switched London clubs on Wednesday by joining West…