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Trucker protest spotlights vitriol towards media
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Many journalists who cover charged pandemic protests across Canada are coming under fire themselves for reporting on incidents of hate and misinformation, say experts who warn such attacks threaten a key pillar of democracy. By Melissa Couto Zuber. Words: 897, Photos: 1
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Spider-Man swings in to help Cineplex in Q4
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Toronto, Ontario, Canada -- A popcorn ban across Ontario and movie theatre closures in Quebec hobbled the recovery of Canada's largest film exhibitor Cineplex Inc. over the Christmas holidays just as Spider-Man arrived to save the day. By David Friend. Words: 721, Photos: 1. Moved on both the Entertainment and Business wires, guard against duplication.
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Elton John scraps March farewell shows in Canada
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Toronto, Ontario, Canada -- Elton John's "Farewell Yellow Brick Road" tour will bypass Canada next month. Words: 294, Photos: 1
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'Distinctive laugh': Friends, colleagues remember Cree writer, lawyer Harold Johnson
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UNDATED -- Greg Lyndon remembers the first day he met Harold Johnson, an Indigenous lawyer and celebrated author who died Wednesday. Lyndon, freshly called to the bar, was attending the same circuit court in northern Saskatchewan as Johnson. Proceedings broke for lunch and the two sat down together for a bite to eat. By Bob Weber. With photo. This is a corrected story.
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Nickelback to rock Vancouver for Canada Day
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Toronto, Ontario, Canada -- This is how Nickelback reminds us that Vancouver can rock. By David Friend. Words: 189, Photos: 1
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Poll: 29% of Canadians want restrictions lifted
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A new poll suggests almost 30 per cent of Canadians believe it's time to lift pandemic restrictions and "learn to live" with the COVID-19 virus, while more than 40 per cent want measures to ease carefully. By Melissa Couto Zuber. Photos: 1
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Manny Jacinto on rom-coms and representation
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Toronto, Ontario, Canada -- Since NBC's "The Good Place" came to an end in 2020, its Canadian star Manny Jacinto has drawn attention for one feature, especially: his objectively pretty face. But he's out to prove he's much more than that. By Sadaf Ahsan. Words: 858, Photos: 1
TODAY FROM AP ENTERTAINMENT:
UPDATES with RAPPER KILLED-YOUNG DOLPH , NEW YORK FASHION WEEK - PROENZA SCHOULER, CARNEGIE HALL-AFROFUTURISM FESTIVAL, DAVE CHAPPELLE-HOUSING VOTE, SMITHSONIAN-STATUES, OBIT-IAN MCDONALD and ELECTION 2022-PENNSYLVANIA-SENATE.
FILM-CHANNING TATUM — It’s been five years since Channing Tatum was the lead in a movie. But beginning with the former Army Ranger road trip movie “Dog,” Tatum is mounting a comeback that will continue with “The Lost City,” with Sandra Bullock. In an interview, Tatum talks about his hiatus, his failed Marvel project “Gambit” and making a third “Magic Mike.” By Film Writer Jake Coyle. SENT: 1,120 words, photos.
TV-TCM-JACQUELINE STEWART — TCM co-host Jacqueline Stewart is bringing film history and the Black contribution to it in sharper focus for TCM viewers during Black History Month and beyond. By TV Writer Lynn Elber. UPCOMING: 1,030 words, photo by 4 p.m.
TV-QUINTA BRUNSON-ABBOTT ELEMENTARY — Quinta Brunson discusses “Abbott Elementary” in a Q&A. Brunson, the creator and star, believes part of the charm of the new ABC mockumentary is that it brings back the feel of beloved series such as “The Office” or “Parks and Recreation.” A Q&A. By Gary Gerard Hamilton. SENT 730 words photo, video.
SUPER BOWL-DEAF MUSICIANS — For the first time, two of the performers at the Super Bowl halftime show are deaf. Dr. Dre added deaf stars Warren “Wawa” Snipe and Sean Forbes to Sunday’s lineup that also includes Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige, and Kendrick Lamar. By Sports Writer Larry Lage. SENT: 800 words, photo, video.
SUPER BOWL ADS-PREVIEW — This year’s Super Bowl ads are bringing back favorite icons from the past, like the Budweiser Clydesdales and the rumored return of the E-Trade baby, as well as a glimpse into the future, with new advertisers including Crypto.com and FTX. Here’s a look at the buzziest ads to watch for. By Mae Anderson. SENT, 1,220 words, photos, video. With SUPER BOWL ADS- PREVIEW-GLANCE.
VIRUS OUTBREAK-CANADA TRUCKERS-MEDIA — Several conservative media figures in the U.S. have lined up in support of Canadian truckers who are protesting COVID-19 restrictions and vaccine mandates in their country. By Media Writer David Bauder. SENT: 655 words, photos.
OLY-FIG-SKATING’S NEW SOUNDTRACK — Traditional figure skating music is often classical or instrumental, pieces. But the Beijing Olympics has witnessed a birth of more current, mainstream and offbeat music that first took hold four years ago in Pyeongchang. By Sally Ho. SENT: 950 words, photos.
TV-INVENTING ANNA — Shonda Rhimes follows “Bridgerton” with her second series for Netflix called “Inventing Anna.” The show, debuting this Friday, stars Julia Garner and Anna Chlumsky and is based on a New York Magazine feature about the fake German heiress Anna Delvey. By Alica Rancilio. SENT: 650 words, photos, video.
RAPPER KILLED-YOUNG DOLPH — Two men charged in the fatal shooting of rapper Young Dolph are scheduled to tell a judge if they have a lawyer to represent them in the case. Story on merits. By Adrian Sainz. SENT: 505 words, photos.
CARNEGIE HALL-AFROFUTURISM FESTIVAL — In another sign of New York City’s cultural life moving toward normalcy, Carnegie Hall will return to a lengthy and varied array of programs when it opens a 2 1/2-month Afrofuturism festival on Saturday night with the house debut of Grammy Award winner Flying Lotus. By Ronald Blum: SENT: 250 words, photo.
OBIT-IAN MCDONALD — Ian McDonald, a co-founder of pioneering prog-rock band King Crimson and stadium rock hitmaker Foreigner, has died. He was 75. A representative said McDonald died Wednesday at his home in New York City. SENT: 325 words.
SMITHSONIAN-STATUES — The Smithsonian will commemorate Women’s History Month in March by displaying 120 3D-printed statues depicting women who have excelled in the fields of science and technology. The life-size neon orange statues will be displayed in the Smithsonian Gardens and in select museums in the Smithsonian network in March. By Ashraf Khalil SENT: 340 words, photo.
DAVE CHAPPELLE-HOUSING VOTE — Comedian Dave Chappelle said his threat to pull the plug on his plans to open a comedy club near his hometown in Ohio wasn’t because he opposed a proposal for affordable housing in a nearby development. SENT: 270 words, photos.
NY FASHION WEEK-CHRISTIAN COWAN — Coverage of the Christian Cowan show during New York Fashion Week. By Entertainment Writer Leanne Italie. UPCOMING: 450 words, photos by 11 p.m.
NEW YORK FASHION WEEK-PROENZA SCHOULER — Coverage of the Proenza Schouler show at New York Fashion Week. By National Writer Jocelyn Noveck. UPCOMING: 450 words, photos by 7 p.m.
ELECTION 2022-PENNSYLVANIA-SENATE — Mehmet Oz, the celebrity cardiologist who recently ended his daytime TV “Dr. Oz Show” to run for U.S. Senate in Pennsylvania, will be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The Friday ceremony comes just as he’s being attacked 2,000 miles away in a rival’s TV ad saying he’s too “Hollywood.” By Marc Levy. SENT: 305 words, photo.
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REVIEWS
FILM REVIEW-MARRY ME — By Film Writer Lindsey Bahr. SENT Thursday: 655 words, film stills.
FILM REVIEW-DEATH ON THE NILE — By Film Writer Jake Coyle. SENT Monday: 870 words, film stills.
FILM REVIEW-BLACKLIGHT — By National Writer Jocelyn Noveck. SENT Thursday: 785 words, film stills.
THEATER REVIEW-THE MUSIC MAN — Reviewed by Entertainment Writer Mark Kennedy. SENT Thursday: 758 words, photos.
BOOK REVIEW-FOREVERLAND — By Heather Havrilesky. Reviewed by Ann Levin. SENT Monday: 530 words, cover image.
BOOK REVIEW-CRONIES — By Ken Babbs. Reviewed by John Rogers. SENT Tuesday: 670 words, cover image.
BOOK REVIEW-THE NINETTIES — By Chuck Klosterman. Reviewed by Rob Merrill. SENT Monday: 440 words, cover image.
BOOK REVIEW-NOBODY’S MAGIC — By Destiny O. Birdsong. Reviewed by Molly Sprayregen. SENT Tuesday: 275 words, cover image.
THIS WEEK FROM AP LIFESTYLES:
VALENTINE'S DAY
Love and Logins: When love goes wrong, exactly what is today’s etiquette on maintaining joint access to streaming and other online services? While many people maintain access after a breakup, cyber security experts strongly recommend a digital divorce, even when things end amicably. By Leanne Italie. SENT Wednesday, 1,000 words, photos.
Valentines Indulgences: For food lovers and cooks, Valentine’s Day is a time for indulgences. Some recommendations. By Katie Workman. SENT Monday, 900 words, photos.
Book Review-Foreverland: On the Divine Tedium of Marriage. By Heather Havrilesky. Reviewed by Ann Levin. SENT Monday: 530 words, cover image.
NerdWallet-Kimberly Palmer-Romantic Money Moves: How to make talking about money with your partner more enjoyable, or at least less painful — and possibly even romantic. SENT Monday.
WORK
Workplace-Relationships: For all the potential peril of a workplace romance, the most common source of trouble, experts say, is allowing it to remain a secret. A case in point was last week’s abrupt ouster of longtime CNN chief executive Jeff Zucker. By Business Writer Mae Anderson. SENT Sunday, photos.
PLAY
Oscar Nominations-Where to Watch: Stumped on where to watch the Oscar nominees? A guided tour. By Leanne Italie. SENT Wednesday, photos.
EXPLAINER-Betting On The Super Bowl: With the Super Bowl almost here, The Associated Press offers a guide to the basics of betting on the big game. UPCOMING Thursday, photos.
Sports Betting-Super Bowl: The gambling industry’s national trade group estimates a record 31.5 million Americans plan to bet on this year’s Super Bowl. SENT Tuesday, photos.
FOOD
Chicken Changes: The nation’s egg producers are in the midst of a multi-billion-dollar shift to cage-free eggs that is dramatically changing the lives of millions of hens in response to new laws and demands from restaurant chains. UPCOMING Friday, photos.
Moxie Shortage: Moxie, a polarizing beverage that is Maine’s official soft drink, is in short supply because of supply chain woes. SENT Tuesday, photo.
Food-MilkStreet-Miso Pulled Pork: Recipe: Korean flavors punch up Super Bowl pulled pork. By Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street. SENT Monday, 350 words, photos.
GARDENING
Starting Seeds Indoors: When to start planting seeds indoors? Check your frost date. By Jessica Damiano. SENT Tuesday, 780 words, photos.
TECH
Samsung-Premium Phone Challenge: Samsung is trying to reclaim lost ground in the coveted high end of the smartphone market with a new lineup of Galaxy S models designed to appeal to consumers who are increasingly sharing videos of their antics on TikTok, Facebook, YouTube and other popular apps. SENT Wednesday, photos.
SCHOOLS
Legacy Admissions: America’s elite colleges are facing growing calls to end the decades-old tradition of giving an admissions boost to the children of alumni — a practice that critics say is rooted in racism and bestows an unfair advantage to students who need it least. UPCOMING Sunday, photos.
San Francisco-School Board Recall: A seemingly endless amount of drama, name-calling, lawsuits and outrage from parents has made the saga of San Francisco’s school board a riveting pandemic sideshow. Next week, it will play out at the ballot box. SENT Thursday, photos.
States-Curriculum Battles: Republican lawmakers across the U.S. are pushing requirements for schools to post all their course materials online for parental review, and in some cases face lawsuits for perceived violations. By Julie Smyth. UPCOMING Friday, 1,200 words. Photos. Video.
US Virus Outbreak-Schools: As some of the last statewide school mask mandates near an end, responsibility is shifting back to local leaders, who are caught in the middle of one of the most divisive issues of the pandemic. SENT Wednesday, photos.
HEALTH
Opioid Prescribing Guidelines: The top U.S. public health agency is changing its guidelines for doctors on how and when to prescribe oxycodone and certain other painkillers. UPCOMING Thursday, photos.
Virus Outbreak-Viral Questions-Long COVID: Can you get long COVID after an infection with omicron? SENT Wednesday, photo.
CLIMATE
China-Beijing-Air Explainer: The clear skies greeting Olympic athletes in Beijing this month is a stark change from just a decade ago when the city’s notorious air pollution often made it difficult to make out nearby buildings. Beijing’s air still has a long way to go, but the change is the result of China’s push to improve its air quality. SENT Tuesday, photos.
Bald Eagles-Vermont: The bald eagle on Thursday was removed from Vermont’s threatened and endangered species list after more than a decade of restoration work. SENT Thursday, photos.
HOMES
Vacant Homes-Firefighters: The vacant homes that dot the rural and urban landscape across the U.S. are far more prone to catch fire than occupied homes, and because the structures are often compromised, they are especially dangerous for firefighters. By Jim Salter. UPCOMING Thursday, photos.
MONEY
Child Tax Credit-Explainer: How to get up to $3,600 per child in tax credit. SENT Thursday, photo.
NerdWallet-Millennial Money-Debt-Social Media: Watch for debt collectors, scams on social media, due to new rules. SENT Tuesday.
On The Money-NerdWallet-Financial Stress-Strategies: 4 ways to tame financial stress and save for retirement. SENT Thursday, photo.
TRAVEL
NerdWallet-Supply Chain-Hotels: How supply chain issues are crushing hotels — and your stay. SENT Thursday, photos.
Biden-Electric Vehicles: States are getting the go-ahead to build a nationwide network of electric vehicle charging stations that would place new or upgraded locations every 50 miles along interstate highways as part of the Biden administration’s plan to spur widespread adoption of the zero-emission cars. By Hope Yen. SENT Thursday: 720 words, photos.
OLYMPICS
OLY--FIG-Figure Skating Diversity: The Salchow jump, the Biellmann and the Charlotte spiral. These standard ice-skating maneuvers are named after white people from the 20th century. In a century-old sport that had been largely European until just a few decades ago, some still wonder how more Black athletes can make a lasting imprint on competitive figure skating. UPCOMING Friday, photos.
PETS
Long-Lost Kitty: A Maine family that long ago gave up on a lost family cat is being reunited more than six years and 1,500 miles later. Denise Cilley, of Chesterville, says she was shocked to get a voicemail last week announcing her cat, Ashes, had been found in Florida. SENT Wednesday.
HOW WE LIVED
Book Review-The Nineties: By Chuck Klosterman. Reviewed by Rob Merrill. SENT Monday: 440 words, cover image.
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COMING NEXT WEEK:
Right at Home: Latest in Lighting: When you turn on a light this winter, why not turn on some charm? Lighting designers continue to come up with new ways to hold a bulb and project light. A look at the latest creations. By Kim Cook. UPCOMING Tuesday, 880 words, photos.
Food-The Fresh Eggs Daily Cookbook: From her popular blog Fresh Eggs Daily, Lisa Steele dispenses tips on egg handling and chicken raising. This month, she delivers a natural extension: a cookbook that showcases the versatile egg, “The Fresh Eggs Daily Cookbook.” By Entertainment Writer Mark Kennedy. UPCOMING: Monday, 720 words, photos. With: Food-Fresh Eggs Daily Cookbook-Angel Food Cake.
Food-MilkStreet-Chocolate Tahini Pudding: Recipe: Mideast twist jazzes up chocolate dessert. By Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street. UPCOMING Monday, 450 words, photos.
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In case you missed it:
WORK AND HOME: Gen X-Millennials-Time Use; Small Business-Pandemic Entrepreneurs; Election Workers-Threats; NerdWallet-Millennial Money-Job Negotiation; On The Money-NerdWallet-DIY vs Professional.
FOOD: Super Bowl-Hot Dips; Whiskey Sales; Suds in the Sanctuary; MilkStreet-Tamarind Shrimp.
GARDENING: Amaryllis.
SCHOOLS: Virus Outbreak-Teacher Shortages; Cyberattacks.
TRAVEL: Traffic Apps-Nuisance Flooding; Transportation-Road Safety.
CLIMATE: OLY--Climate Change & Winter Sports.
RELIGION: Virtual Reality Faith.
FASHION: Italy-Dolce&Gabbana-Fur-Free.
MONEY: NerdWallet-Liz Weston-Inherit Debt.
OLYMPICS: Beijing Olympics-Getting a Glimpse-Photo Gallery; China in the Bubble; Glimpses-Cold Volunteers; Quarantine Hotels; Beijing Snapshot-Together-Apart; China-The Olympic Diaspora; Beijing-MeToo-Explainer.
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