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Author Salman Rushdie calls for defense of freedom of expression as he receives German prize

BERLIN (AP) — Author Salman Rushdie called Sunday for the unconditional defense of freedom of expression as he received a prestigious German prize that recognizes his literary work and his resolve in the face of constant danger.

Oct 22, 2023 7:24 AM Read more >

New Netflix thriller tackling theme of justice in Nigeria is a global hit and a boon for Nollywood

ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — A Nigerian action thriller that tells a gripping story of corruption and police brutality in Africa’s most populous country has reached record viewership numbers on Netflix charts globally.

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Philadelphia Orchestra and musicians agree to 3-year labor deal with 15.8% salary increase

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Musicians of the Philadelphia Orchestra and the Philadelphia Orchestra Association have ratified a collective bargaining agreement calling for minimum salaries to increase by 15.8% over three years.

Oct 21, 2023 11:45 PM Read more >

The Hollywood actors strike hits 100 days. Why hasn't a deal been reached and what's next?

LOS ANGELES (AP) — While screenwriters are busy back at work, film and TV actors remain on picket lines, with the longest strike in their history hitting the 100-day mark Saturday after talks broke off with studios.

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Visitors tour New Mexico atomic site in likely record attendance fueled by 'Oppenheimer' fanfare

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Montreal-born singer Rêve on astrological signs and the elements of pop success

TORONTO — Early in a conversation around her new album “Saturn Return,” Rêve tips to being fascinated by the intangible.

Oct 21, 2023 8:24 AM Read more >

Fantasy Fest kicks off in Key West with 10 days of masquerades, parties and costume competitions

KEY WEST, Fla. (AP) — Key West’s Fantasy Fest began Friday, launching a 10-day schedule of masquerades, elaborate parties and costume competitions.

Oct 20, 2023 8:29 PM Read more >

Denver wants case against Marlon Wayans stemming from luggage dispute dismissed

DENVER (AP) — Denver prosecutors asked a judge on Friday to dismiss a case against Marlon Wayans stemming from a luggage dispute with an airline employee who the actor and comedian said targeted him because of his race.

Oct 20, 2023 7:44 PM Read more >

Pink postpones two Vancouver concert dates due to respiratory illness

TORONTO — Pop superstar Pink is postponing two Vancouver concerts this weekend as she deals with a respiratory infection. The "Trustfall" singer says she won't take the stage Friday and Saturday at Rogers Arena under her doctor's orders.

Oct 20, 2023 1:47 PM Read more >

Spain's royals honor Asturias prize winners, including Meryl Streep and Haruki Murakami

OVIEDO, Spain (AP) — American actor Meryl Streep on Friday received Spain’s prestigious Princess of Asturias Arts Award at a ceremony presided over by the Spanish royal family in the northern city of Oviedo.

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