April 26th, 2024

Entertainment News

Survivors of 2017 Ariana Grande concert bombing take legal action against UK intelligence agency

By The Associated Press on April 14th, 2024

LONDON (AP) – More than 250 survivors of the bombing that killed 22 people at a 2017 Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, England, are taking legal action against Britain’s domestic intelligence agency, lawyers said. Lawyers from three law firms said Sunday they have submitted a group claim on behalf of more than 250 clients to ... Read More »

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Winners of the 2024 Olivier Awards celebrating work on the London stage

By The Associated Press on April 14th, 2024

LONDON (AP) – The winners of the 2024 Olivier Awards, handed out Sunday for achievement in London theater, opera and dance: New Play: “Dear England” New Musical: “Operation Mincemeat” New Entertainment or Comedy: “Stranger Things: The First Shadow” Family Show: “Dinosaur World Live” Revival: “Vanya” Musical Revival: “Sunset Boulevard” Actress-Play: Sarah Snook, “The Picture of ... Read More »

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Broadway-bound ‘Sunset Boulevard’ and star Nicole Scherzinger win big at London’s Olivier awards

By Jill Lawless, The Associated Press on April 14th, 2024

LONDON (AP) – EMBARGOED UNTIL 2030GMT A radical restaging of Hollywood film noir musical “Sunset Boulevard” was the big winner on Sunday at the London stage Olivier Awards, taking seven trophies including best musical revival and best actress for American star Nicole Scherzinger. Soccer-themed state-of-the-nation drama “Dear England” was named best play, while Sarah Snook ... Read More »

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Sarah Jessica Parker, Sarah Snook and Andrew Scott vie for prizes at London’s Olivier theater awards

By Jill Lawless, The Associated Press on April 14th, 2024

LONDON (AP) – Sarah Jessica Parker, Andrew Scott and Sarah Snook are among the stars battling for accolades Sunday at the Olivier Awards recognizing work on the London stage. The Oliviers – Britain’s equivalent of Broadway’s Tony Awards – are celebrating a bumper year for new shows in the West End, which is finally bouncing ... Read More »

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Divisive? Not for moviegoers. ‘Civil War’ declares victory at box office.

By Lindsey Bahr, The Associated Press on April 14th, 2024

Alex Garland’s provocative ” Civil War “ didn’t only ignite the discourse. The film also inspired audiences to go to the cinemas this weekend where it surpassed expectations and earned $25.7 million in ticket sales in North America, according to studio estimates Sunday. It’s the biggest R-rated opening of the year to date and a ... Read More »

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Sarah Jessica Parker, Sarah Snook, Andrew Scott vie for prizes at London’s Olivier theater awards

By Jill Lawless, The Associated Press on April 14th, 2024

LONDON (AP) – Sarah Jessica Parker, Andrew Scott and Sarah Snook are among the stars battling for accolades Sunday at the Olivier Awards recognizing work on the London stage. The Oliviers – Britain’s equivalent of Broadway’s Tony Awards – are celebrating a bumper year for new shows in the West End, which is finally bouncing ... Read More »

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News organizations urge Biden and Trump to commit to presidential debates during the 2024 campaign

By David Bauder, The Associated Press on April 14th, 2024

NEW YORK (AP) – Twelve news organizations on Sunday urged presumptive presidential nominees Joe Biden and Donald Trump to agree to debates, saying they were a “rich tradition” that have been part of every general election campaign since 1976. While Trump, who did not participate in debates for the Republican nomination, has indicated a willingness ... Read More »

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Faith Ringgold, pioneering Black quilt artist and author, dies at 93

By The Associated Press on April 13th, 2024

NEW YORK (AP) – Faith Ringgold, an award-winning author and artist who broke down barriers for Black female artists and became famous for her richly colored and detailed quilts combining painting, textiles and storytelling, has died. She was 93. The artist’s assistant, Grace Matthews, told The Associated Press that Ringgold died Friday night at her ... Read More »

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Small earthquake shakes Southern California desert near site of Coachella music festival

By The Associated Press on April 13th, 2024

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (AP) – A small earthquake shook the Southern California desert Saturday near Coachella, where the famous music festival is being held this weekend. No damage or injuries were reported. The quake, with a preliminary magnitude of 3.8, hit at 9:08 a.m. about 8 miles (13 kilometers) northeast of Borrego Springs in Riverside County, ... Read More »

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Small earthquake shakes Southern California desert during Coachella music festival

By The Associated Press on April 13th, 2024

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (AP) – A small earthquake shook the Southern California desert Saturday near Coachella, where the famous music festival is being held this weekend. No damage or injuries were reported. The quake, with a preliminary magnitude of 3.8, hit at 9:08 a.m. about 8 miles (13 kilometers) northeast of Borrego Springs in Riverside County, ... Read More »

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Eleanor Coppola, matriarch of a filmmaking family, dies at 87

By Jake Coyle And Lindsey Bahr, The Associated Press on April 12th, 2024

Eleanor Coppola, who documented the making of some of her husband Francis Ford Coppola’s iconic films, including the infamously tortured production of “Apocalypse Now,” and who raised a family of filmmakers, has died. She was 87. Coppola died Friday at home in Rutherford, California, her family announced in a statement. Eleanor, who grew in Orange ... Read More »

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