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Marisha Pessl’s ‘Darkly,’ her first novel for adults in more than a decade, to come out Nov. 12
By The Associated Press on April 10th, 2024
NEW YORK (AP) – Marisha Pessl’s first adult novel in more than a decade is a psychological thriller with the kinds of intricate clues and connections she has been known for since her acclaimed debut, “Special Topics in Calamity Physics.” On Wednesday, Delacorte Press announced that Pessl’s “Darkly” will be published on Nov. 12. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jessica Alba steps down as chief creative officer at Honest, the personal care company she founded
By The Associated Press on April 10th, 2024
Jessica Alba, who shot to fame in the James Cameron television series “Dark Angel,” as well as films such as “Sin City” and the “Fantastic Four,” will step down as chief creative officer at Honest Company, a personal care company that she founded. Alba will keep a seat on the company board, but Honest said ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Warner Bros. teases ‘Joker’ sequel, ‘Beetlejuice 2’ and more at CinemaCon
By Lindsey Bahr, The Associated Press on April 9th, 2024
LAS VEGAS (AP) – Warner Bros. isn’t resting on its ” Barbie “ laurels: The 100-year studio has its sights on a record-breaking 2024 as well, with a release slate that includes a new Mad Max film, ” Furiosa,” Kevin Costner’s two-part Western epic, ” Horizon: An American Saga, “ the ” Beetlejuice “ sequel, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Steak, cherry blossoms and Paul Simon will be featured at the White House state dinner for Japan
By Darlene Superville, The Associated Press on April 9th, 2024
WASHINGTON (AP) – Dry-aged rib eye steak, cherry blossoms and the music of Paul Simon are on tap for more than 200 guests who are expected to attend a swanky White House state dinner on Wednesday to celebrate the relationship between the United States and Japan. A lavish state dinner is a tool of U.S. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Manitoba’s historic Lido Theatre devastated by fire, police suspect arson
By The Canadian Press on April 9th, 2024
THE PAS, Man. – A century-old movie theatre in northern Manitoba is no more, ravaged by flames on suspicion of arson, leaving behind fond memories of snacks for a quarter but also the pain and humiliation of racist rules. Police say a preliminary investigation indicates the fire that devastated the Lido Theatre in The Pas ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!The Jon Snow sequel to ‘Game of Thrones’ isn’t happening, Kit Harington says
By Brooke Lefferts, The Associated Press on April 9th, 2024
NEW YORK (AP) – Winter, apparently, is not coming back. Kit Harington has shut down talk of a Jon Snow sequel to HBO’s massive hit “Game of Thrones.” “There are no plans for it at the moment. It’s off the table for the foreseeable,” Harington told The Associated Press in an interview Tuesday, while promoting ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘Megalopolis’ to premiere at Cannes
By Jake Coyle, The Associated Press on April 9th, 2024
NEW YORK (AP) – Nearly half a century after Francis Ford Coppola won the Cannes Film Festival’s Palme d’Or, he will return to the French Riviera festival to premiere his self-financed epic “Megalopolis.” The premiere was confirmed to The Associated Press on Tuesday by a person close to the project who requested anonymity because they ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cirque du Soleil’s Beatles-themed Las Vegas show will end after an 18-year run
By Associated Press, The Associated Press on April 9th, 2024
LAS VEGAS (AP) – The final curtain will come down this summer on Cirque du Soleil’s long-running show “The Beatles Love,” a cultural icon on the Las Vegas Strip that brought band members Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr back together for public appearances throughout its 18-year run. The entertainment company on Tuesday announced that the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Paul Simon is performing at Wednesday’s White House state dinner for Japan’s prime minister Kishida
By Darlene Superville, The Associated Press on April 9th, 2024
WASHINGTON (AP) – Paul Simon, one of Jill Biden ‘s favorite musicians, will sing at this week’s White House state dinner for Japan. The first lady chose the singer-songwriter as a special tribute for Japan’s prime minister, Fumio Kishida, because he’s also an admirer of Simon’s work, the White House said Tuesday. President Joe Biden ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bob Woodruff Foundation: Where billionaires, celebrities, and the NFL go to support vets
By Sara Herschander Of The Chronicle Of Philanthropy, The Associated Press on April 9th, 2024
When billionaire philanthropists, celebrities, global embassies, and the National Football League want to lend a helping hand to American veterans, they increasingly turn to one source: the Bob Woodruff Foundation. Formed in 2006 to serve post-9/11 veterans and their families after ABC news reporter Bob Woodruff was injured by a roadside bomb in Iraq, the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!At movie industry convention, leaders say blockbusters alone aren’t enough
By Lindsey Bahr, The Associated Press on April 9th, 2024
LAS VEGAS (AP) – Movie theater owners are still feeling the high from ” Barbenheimer.” The counterprogramming of “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” brought audiences to cinemas around with the world, ultimately earning nearly $2.5 billion in combined ticket sales. But, gathered in Las Vegas this week for the annual CinemaCon convention and trade show, they’re also ... Read More »
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