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‘What does it stand for?’ TIFF at 50 is a cultural giant under heightened scrutiny
By Canadian Press on September 3rd, 2025
TORONTO — When the Toronto International Film Festival launched in 1976, Hollywood barely noticed. Fifty years later, it commands the world’s attention — sometimes reluctantly. As TIFF celebrates its golden anniversary, it walks a tricky tightrope between global tastemaker, Canadian showcase, and public lightning rod. Last month’s controversy over Barry Avrich’s “The Road Between Us” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Books on social movements shortlisted for Cundill History Prize
By Canadian Press on September 3rd, 2025
This year’s Cundill History Prize short list comprises mainly books about social movements, which jurors say are of particular importance in today’s political climate. The eight books in the running for the US$75,000 prize administered by McGill University include “Wages for Housework: The Story of a Movement, an Idea, a Promise” by Emily Callaci, which ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘Ketamine Queen’ pleads guilty to selling fatal dose to Matthew Perry
By Canadian Press on September 3rd, 2025
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A woman branded as the “Ketamine Queen” pleaded guilty Wednesday to selling Matthew Perry the drug that killed the “Friends” star. Jasveen Sangha pleaded guilty to five federal charges, including providing the ketamine that led to Perry’s death. Her trial had been planned to start later this month. She is the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!C-SPAN announces deal for its service to be carried on YouTube TV, Hulu
By Canadian Press on September 3rd, 2025
NEW YORK (AP) — C-SPAN said Wednesday that it had reached a deal to have its three channels air on YouTube TV and Hulu’s live television feed, ending a dispute that had led to a revenue squeeze for the public affairs network in the cord-cutting era. The network said the streaming services would pay the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘The Conjuring: Last Rites’ ends the franchise with a mix of scares and sentiment
By Canadian Press on September 3rd, 2025
There are four words in the title of the latest entry in the “Conjuring” universe, but only one sounds good. It’s the word “last.” “The Conjuring: Last Rites” seems to finally nail the coffin shut on this part of the franchise, saying goodbye to a series that revels in timeless scary stuff — swing sets ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Radiohead returns after 7 years, announce 20 new live dates
By Canadian Press on September 3rd, 2025
NEW YORK (AP) — Something is in the water in England. After a summer defined by the Oasis reunion, yet another beloved British rock band is set to return to the live stage: Radiohead. The band — made up of vocalist Thom Yorke, guitarist/keyboardist Jonny Greenwood, guitarist Ed O’Brien, bassist Colin Greenwood and drummer Phil ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Thomas Schumacher, who led Disney Theatrical Group to historic success, is leaving the company
By Canadian Press on September 3rd, 2025
NEW YORK (AP) — Thomas Schumacher, who led Disney Theatrical Group for decades and helped it produce enduring musical theater hits like “The Lion King” and “Aladdin,” changing Times Square and Broadway itself, is leaving the company. Alan Bergman, co-chairman of Disney Entertainment, announced the departure in an email to staff Wednesday, calling it the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Angelina Jolie, Idris Elba, Ryan Reynolds among celebs expected in Toronto for TIFF
By Canadian Press on September 3rd, 2025
TORONTO — Selfie-seeking film buffs get ready: an influx of A-listers is expected to arrive in Toronto as one of the world’s largest film festivals gets underway. Celebrities including Angelina Jolie, Keanu Reeves, Ryan Reynolds, Natalie Portman and Idris Elba are set to attend the Toronto International Film Festival as it kicks off on Thursday. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Andy Richter, Hilaria Baldwin, Corey Feldman and Jordan Chiles join ‘Dancing with the Stars’ cast
By Canadian Press on September 3rd, 2025
NEW YORK (AP) — Corey Feldman, Hilaria Baldwin, Danielle Fishel and Jordan Chiles are among the celebrity steppers to compete on the new season of “Dancing with the Stars.” They were announced Wednesday on “Good Morning America.” The season premiere is set for Sept. 16 on ABC and Disney+. Baldwin, a fitness enthusiast and wife ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Welcome to wplace: A chaotic, collaborative digital canvas where users ‘paint the world’
By Canadian Press on September 3rd, 2025
NEW YORK (AP) — In one new corner of the internet, users are invited to “paint the world.” And paint they have. Welcome to wplace — an ever-evolving, gamified global map overflowing with drawings made on a more than 4-trillion-pixel canvas. Images of Icelandic singer Laufey float over ReykjavĂk, while tributes for the late Tejano ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!James Patterson’s new initiative gives emerging authors up to $50,000 to finish their books
By Canadian Press on September 3rd, 2025
NEW YORK (AP) — After years of giving millions of dollars to literacy programs, bookstore employees and librarians, James Patterson has now launched an initiative on behalf of emerging authors. The bestselling novelist and true crime writer announced Wednesday the first 12 recipients of grants from his “Go Finish Your Book” campaign. Authors each will ... Read More »
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