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Lawyer: DNA proves XXXTentacion’s alleged killer’s innocence
By Terry Spencer, The Associated Press on March 8th, 2023
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) – An attorney for the man accused of gunning down rising rap star XXXTentacion during a 2018 robbery outside a Florida motorcycle shop told a jury Wednesday that DNA evidence proves his client and another man are innocent. Attorney Joseph Kimok gave the final defense closing argument in the trial of ... Read More »
1 responseIn search of merch: Bands turn to merch tables to give their tours more juice
By David Friend, The Canadian Press on March 8th, 2023
TORONTO – Selling merchandise has always been part of the equation for Hamilton band Arkells, but when the rockers put a kaleidoscopic display of their most memorable pieces on a table, it’s clear they’re taking this part of the music business quite seriously. Between the more expected items – Arkells-branded neon winter toques and tie-dye ... Read More »
1 responseScorning of Trump by Fox’s Tucker Carlson revealed in court
By David Bauder And Nicholas Riccardi, The Associated Press on March 8th, 2023
NEW YORK (AP) – A defamation lawsuit is revealing blunt behind-the-scenes opinions by Fox News figures about Donald Trump, including a Tucker Carlson text message where he said “I hate him passionately.” Carlson’s private text conversation was revealed in court papers at virtually the same time that the former president was hailing the Fox News ... Read More »
1 responseDisney World board picked by DeSantis hints future actions
By Mike Schneider, The Associated Press on March 8th, 2023
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) – The first meeting of the new board of Walt Disney World’s government – overhauled by sweeping legislation signed by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis as punishment for Disney publicly challenging Florida’s so-called “Don’t Say Gay” bill – dealt with the rote affairs any other municipal government would handle: calls for ... Read More »
1 responseTSA agents seize gun from actor Mike Epps’ in Indianapolis
By The Associated Press on March 8th, 2023
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) – Federal agents confiscated a loaded gun found in the hand luggage of actor and comedian Mike Epps, who was trying to board a flight at Indianapolis International Airport, airport police said. Transportation Security Administration officers discovered the Smith & Wesson .38-caliber pistol Sunday morning inside Epps’ backpack, airport police said. Epps, 52, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Online Streaming Act back in House, minister intends to reject some Senate amendments
By The Canadian Press on March 8th, 2023
OTTAWA – The Liberal government’s controversial Online Streaming Act is back in the House of Commons, where MPs are set to debate the Senate’s amendments. Also known as Bill C-11, it would require big tech companies that offer online streaming services to contribute to Canadian content. If passed, the bill will update Canada’s broadcasting rules ... Read More »
1 responseHarry & Meghan’s daughter christened, will use royal title
By By Danica Kirka, The Associated Press on March 8th, 2023
LONDON (AP) – Prince Harry and his wife Meghan announced Wednesday that their daughter had been christened in a private ceremony in California, publicly calling her a princess and revealing for the first time that they will use royal titles for their children. Princess Lilibet Diana, who turns two in June, was baptized on Friday ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Adidas wonders what to do with Yeezy shoes after Ye split
By David Mchugh, The Associated Press on March 8th, 2023
FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) – Adidas is still wrestling with how to dispose of 1.2 billion euros ($1.3 billion) worth of Yeezy shoes after its breakup with the rapper formerly known as Kanye West, forcing the German sportswear maker into a big loss at the end of last year and expectations of more pain ahead. CEO ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Love Rocks NYC benefit to help meet rising demand for meals
By Glenn Gamboa, The Associated Press on March 8th, 2023
NEW YORK (AP) – The War and Treaty’s Michael Trotter never really considered missing the chance to perform at the Love Rocks NYC 2023 benefit for God’s Love We Deliver on Thursday, even though he was knocked unconscious and broke his leg in a fall onstage in Nashville last week. “I got a rock and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Juno Awards heading to Atlantic Canada in 2024 for a second Halifax event
By The Canadian Press on March 8th, 2023
TORONTO – The Juno Awards are returning to Halifax next year. The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences announced the awards will be held in the port city for the first time since 2006, when Pamela Anderson hosted the ceremony. Halifax will host Juno Week events starting March 20, 2024, leading up to the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Margaret Atwood’s new short stories tackle cancel culture, reproductive rights, technology
By The Canadian Press on March 8th, 2023
TORONTO – Margaret Atwood has been applauded for her speculative and sometimes bleak bibliography that imagines a future not too far from reality, but the renowned author is not in the habit of making predictions about her own times ahead. Atwood, 83, hasn’t yet decided when it will be time to put the pen down. ... Read More »
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