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John Leguizamo reaches back in time to reclaim Latin American history for a PBS documentary series
By Mark Kennedy, The Associated Press on September 24th, 2024
NEW YORK (AP) – If you think Latin American history starts with Christopher Columbus, John Leguizamo would like to have a word. He points out there were great empires and civilizations during the thousands of years before 1492 – like the mighty Incas, Aztecs and Maya, whose great strides in medicine, engineering and science echo ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Prince Harry says harms of social media have created an ‘epidemic’ for today’s youth
By Glenn Gamboa And Wyatte Grantham-philips, The Associated Press on September 24th, 2024
NEW YORK (AP) – Prince Harry said today’s youth is in the midst of an “epidemic” of anxiety, depression and social isolation due to negative experiences online, as he brought his campaign to help children and their parents navigate cyberspace to this week’s Clinton Global Initiative. “These platforms are designed to create addiction,” Harry said ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Get ready for more cases tackling misleading fees after Cineplex ruling, expert says
By Tara Deschamps, The Canadian Press on September 24th, 2024
TORONTO – At least one competition expert says the record $38.9 million fine against Cineplex Inc. is bound to encourage more action against companies engaged in a deceptive practice known as drip pricing. The theatre operator was found late Monday to have engaged in the practice, where customers are drawn into a purchase without full ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘Megalopolis’ is one from the heart
By Jake Coyle, The Associated Press on September 24th, 2024
TORONTO (AP) – Francis Ford Coppola believes he can stop time. It’s not just a quality of the protagonist of Coppola’s new film “Megalopolis,” a visionary architect named Cesar Catilina ( Adam Driver ) who, by barking “Time, stop!” can temporarily freeze the world for a moment before restoring it with a snap of his ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!4 artists’ works shortlisted for the prestigious Turner Prize go on display at a London museum
By Sylvia Hui, The Associated Press on September 24th, 2024
LONDON (AP) – A large concrete sculpture of a bracelet referencing the excesses of former Philippine first lady Imelda Marcos and a collection of portraits focusing on Black men and women are among the eclectic artwork shortlisted for the prestigious Turner Prize. Four artists – Pio Abad, Claudette Johnson, Jasleen Kaur and Delaine Le Bas ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Marley Brothers upholds father’s legacy with first tour in 2 decades
By Jonathan Landrum Jr., The Associated Press on September 24th, 2024
LOS ANGELES (AP) – Bob Marley’s musical legacy of harmony and peace has hit the road with his sons bringing their late father’s timeless message to life in a multi-city tour. The reggae giant’s footsteps are being filled by his five sons – Ziggy, Stephen, Julian, Ky-Mani and Damian – during the Marley Brothers: The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Italian designer Alberta Ferretti resigns as creative director of the brand she founded 43 years ago
By The Associated Press on September 24th, 2024
ROME (AP) – Italian designer Alberta Ferretti announced on Tuesday she is stepping down as creative director of the eponymous brand she founded more than 40 years ago. “On Sept. 17th, you attended my last fashion show,” Ferretti wrote in a letter sent out by email. “Yes, it’s time for me to make room for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Man smashes Ai Weiwei sculpture at exhibition opening in Italy
By The Associated Press on September 24th, 2024
ROME (AP) – A man smashed a sculpture by Chinese artist and activist Ai Weiwei during the private opening of his exhibition in the northern Italian city of Bologna, in an act of vandalism that the show’s curator described Tuesday as a “reckless and senseless act.” The large blue and white “Porcelain Cube” was part ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Drake and Arkells among acts to be honoured at SOCAN Awards
By David Friend, The Canadian Press on September 24th, 2024
TORONTO – Canadian rapper Drake and rockers Arkells are among the top musical talent set to be toasted at the SOCAN Awards tonight. The celebration of homegrown songwriters, composers and music publishers unfolds at Toronto’s History venue for an audience of music industry professionals. The Toronto rap star will receive a songwriter of the year ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘Saturday Night’ director Reitman says ‘SNL’ film is a love letter to ‘outsiders’
By Alex Nino Gheciu, The Canadian Press on September 24th, 2024
TORONTO – Growing up, Jason Reitman found solace in sketch comedy. For the Montreal native, “Saturday Night Live” was more than just a show – it was a sanctuary for misfits like himself. “As a comedy nerd, you always kind of feel like an outsider. You don’t feel like a cool kid. I just remember ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Trudeau tells Stephen Colbert there’s frustration in Canada, but he’ll keep fighting
By The Canadian Press on September 24th, 2024
NEW YORK – Justin Trudeau’s interview on “The Tonight Show with Stephen Colbert” began with the expected jokes about bacon and Canadians saying sorry a lot, but the prime minister acknowledged it’s “a really tough time” in the country when the host asked about an expected confidence vote in Parliament this week. “People are hurting. ... Read More »
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