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Several CBC shows including ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and ‘Heartland’ departing Netflix Canada
By Noel Ransome, The Canadian Press on February 1st, 2023
TORONTO – Several of CBC’s hit television series are set to depart Netflix Canada next month. CBC says it decided not to renew the licensing deal with Netflix for six titles, including award-winning comedies “Kim’s Convenience” and “Schitt’s Creek.” Also departing the streamer Feb. 28 are the western family drama “Heartland,” 20th century detective series ... Read More »
1 responseDr. Dre celebrates ‘Chronic’ anniversary with re-release
By Jonathan Landrum Jr., The Associated Press on February 1st, 2023
LOS ANGELES (AP) – Dr. Dre will celebrate the 30th anniversary of “The Chronic” with a re-release of his highly acclaimed debut studio album. The multi-Grammy winner’s iconic first solo album will make a return to streaming services on Wednesday. His 1992 release became a classic spawning several hits, including “Nuthin’ but a “˜G’ Thang” ... Read More »
1 responseBeyoncé announces much anticipated ‘Renaissance’ world tour
By The Associated Press on February 1st, 2023
Beyoncé is taking her “Renaissance” global – the superstar will start a world tour in Sweden in May with stops throughout Europe and the United States. The highly anticipated tour announcement she made on Instagram and her website Wednesday comes days before the Grammy Awards on Sunday, where the global superstar is the most nominated ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘Dr. Phil’ talk show to end daytime TV run after 21 years
By The Associated Press on February 1st, 2023
NEW YORK (AP) – Daytime television psychologist “Dr. Phil” McGraw says he plans to end his talk show after 21 years in the coming months, but viewers haven’t seen the last of him. “Dr. Phil” was the most prominent spinoff from Oprah Winfrey’s show, which once dominated daytime TV. The Texan’s program debuted in September ... Read More »
1 responseSurely, and truly: New book shares backstory of ‘Airplane!’
By The Associated Press on February 1st, 2023
NEW YORK (AP) – There is so much left to be said about “Airplane!” Surely. (Shirley?) “Surely You Can’t Be Serious: The True Story of Airplane!” will be published Oct. 3 by St. Martin’s Press, the publisher announced Wednesday. The oral history of the 1980 comedy classic includes memories from the writing-directing team of David ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Michelle Obama launching podcast based on ‘Light We Carry’
By The Associated Press on February 1st, 2023
LOS ANGELES (AP) – Michelle Obama’s recent celebrity-filled book tour is becoming a podcast. Audible announced Wednesday that the former first lady will launch the “Michelle Obama: The Light Podcast” on March 7. It’s based on Obama’s tour promoting “The Light We Carry,” her recent bestselling book, which featured special guests like Oprah Winfrey, Ellen ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Missy, Willie and George Michael among Rock Hall nominees
By Mark Kennedy, The Associated Press on February 1st, 2023
NEW YORK (AP) – Missy Elliott, Willie Nelson, Kate Bush, Iron Maiden, Cyndi Lauper, Soundgarden, Sheryl Crow and the late George Michael are the 2023 nominees for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, reflecting a mix of country, soul, hip-hop, metal, pop, rap-rock and grunge. The Cleveland-based institution announced Wednesday the 14 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Baldwin faces involuntary manslaughter charge in set death
By Morgan Lee, The Associated Press on February 1st, 2023
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) – Prosecutors linked Alec Baldwin to an expansive list of alleged failures in firearms safety as they filed a felony involuntary manslaughter charge Tuesday against the actor in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer on a New Mexico movie set. Halyna Hutchins died shortly after being wounded during rehearsals at a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Prying eyes: Neighbors win privacy feud with UK Tate gallery
By Jill Lawless, The Associated Press on February 1st, 2023
LONDON (AP) – The U.K. Supreme Court says people who live in glass houses have a right to privacy too. The court ruled Wednesday that a viewing platform at London’s Tate Modern art gallery made residents of glass-walled luxury apartments next door feel like animals in a zoo, and impeded “the ordinary use and enjoyment” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ozzy Osbourne cancels 2023 European tour dates, cites injury
By The Associated Press on February 1st, 2023
Hard rock legend Ozzy Osbourne announced the cancellation of his 2023 tour dates in the U.K. and continental Europe. Osbourne issued a statement early Wednesday saying damage to his spine suffered in an accident four years ago will prevent him from touring. “I am honestly humbled by the way you’ve all patiently held onto your ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Thai police apologize for Taiwan actor’s alleged extortion
By The Associated Press on January 31st, 2023
BANGKOK (AP) – Thailand’s police commissioner apologized Tuesday after seven officers were placed under investigation for allegedly extorting money from a Taiwanese actor who was visiting Bangkok on a holiday. Charlene An posted on social media that she was traveling in a taxi with friends after a night out in the Thai capital when they ... Read More »
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