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Waves of nostalgia as Red Cross swim program ends
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Jaime Gonek doesn't remember what happened to the yellow jacket she had as a kid, the one adorned with sewed-on swimming badges she'd earned from years of lessons with the Canadian Red Cross. By Melissa Couto Zuber. Words: 770, Photos: 1
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Doctor mental health visits up during COVID: study
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The annual rate of outpatient mental health and substance use visits by Ontario doctors increased 27 per cent in the first year of the COVID-19 crisis, a new study suggests, raising concerns about the pandemic's psychological toll across the medical profession. By Adina Bresge. Words: 739, Photos: 1
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School-based vaccination could be key: doctors
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The province with the highest vaccination rate for five- to 11-year-old kids began providing the COVID-19 vaccine at schools as soon as it was approved for children, and some pediatricians say the strategy in Newfoundland and Labrador could serve as a lesson for other jurisdictions. By Camille Bains. Words: 851, Photos: 1. Stands for weekend
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Motown Records singer R. Dean Taylor dies at 82
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Toronto, Ontario, Canada -- Standing in the shadows of Motown legends, late Canadian singer-songwriter R. Dean Taylor was the outlier. By David Friend. Words: 993
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Hedley frontman Jacob Hoggard to face sex assault trial in May
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TORONTO - The sex assault trial of Canadian musician Jacob Hoggard is set to begin in May after it was postponed multiple times due to COVID-19 restrictions. The trial, which will be heard by a jury, is now scheduled to start May 2 and continue until early June. By Paola Loriggio. With photo.
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No takers on quiz show question on Prince Edward Island
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LOS ANGELES - "What is Prince Edward Island?" Apparently, the brainiac competitors on Wednesday's airing of "Jeopardy!" and its all-time winningest champion host have no idea. The American TV quiz show's current long-running champ Amy Schneider chose a category within the Double Jeopardy round entitled Local Nicknames. With $2,000 up for grabs, the answer was "A Spud Islander is a resident of this Canadian province, known for its potatoes." Then there were crickets. With photo.
TODAY FROM AP ENTERTAINMENT:
UPDATES with OBIT-LOUIE ANDERSON, BRAZIL-ELZA SOARES, PEOPLE-SNL-STATEN ISLAND FERRY, MUSIC REVIEW-WHITMORE SISTERS, MUSIC REVIEW-PENNY AND SPARROW and JOSH DUGGAR-CHILD PORNOGRAPY.
OBIT-MEAT LOAF — Meat Loaf, the rock superstar loved by millions for his “Bat Out of Hell” album and for such theatrical, dark-hearted anthems as “Paradise by the Dashboard Light” and “Two Out of Three Ain’t Bad,” has died at 74. By National Writer Hillel Italie. SENT: 1,125 words, photo, video.
OBIT-LOUIE-ANDERSON — Louie Anderson, whose more than four-decade career as a comedian and actor included his unlikely, Emmy-winning performance as mom to twin adult sons in the TV series “Baskets,” died Friday. He was 68. By TV Writer Lynn Elber. SENT: 885 words, photos, video.
FILM-ENCANTO SOUNDTRACK-MIRANDA — A month after “Encanto” debuted in theaters, Lin-Manuel Miranda, who wrote its songs, took a two-week vacation. By the time he returned, the “Encanto” soundtrack had reached No. 1 on the Billboard charts. In an interview, Miranda discusses why everyone, all of a sudden, is talking about Bruno. By Film Writer Jake Coyle. UPCOMING: 900 words, photos. With FILM-ENCANTO SOUNDTRACK-MIRANDA-SONGS.
MUSIC-JOHN MELLENCAMP — There’s a brutal calculus that goes on in John Mellencamp’s mind these days. Time is not on his side, and he knows it. That dark thought process — an honest reckoning, not a plea for anything — runs through his latest album, “Strictly a One-Eyed Jack,” a 12-song roots rock collection that explores aging, mortality and regret. By Entertainment Writer Mark Kennedy. SENT: 950 words, photos.
SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL-LA GUERRA CIVIL — When Oscar De La Hoya asked his friend Eva Longoria Bastón if she would consider making a documentary to celebrate the 25th anniversary of his 1996 fight against Julio César Chávez, she thought about a different way of approaching it. The result, “La Guerra Civil,” is an examination of the cultural divide the fight illuminated for many Mexican Americans. By Film Writer Lindsey Bahr. SENT: 705 words, photos.
FILM-SUNDANCE-DALE DICKEY — Dale Dickey tends to get “those crusty roles,” as she calls them. A familiar, craggy face from films like “Winter’s Bone” and “Hell or High Water,” Dickey has long been a riveting supporting player in rural dramas. But in the Sundance entry “A Love Song,” Dickey finally takes the lead. By Film Writer Jake Coyle. UPCOMING: 800 words, photos.
BRAZIL-ELZA SOARES — Brazilians are bidding farewell to their samba queen, the legendary singer and force of nature Elza Soares. She died at 91 in her Rio de Janeiro home on Thursday. Family, friends and fans gathered Friday at Rio’s Municipal Theatre before Soares is buried . There was an outpouring of tributes from artists around the world. U.S. singer Beyoncé thanked the artist in a statement on her website for inspiring “so many.” Rio Mayor Eduardo Paes declared three days of mourning. By Diane Jeantet. SENT: 645 words, photos.
MUSIC-ADELE — Adele has postponed a 24-date Las Vegas residency hours before it was to start, citing delivery delays and coronavirus illness in her crew. SENT: 159. words, photo.
PEOPLE-SNL-STATEN ISLAND FERRY — “Saturday Night Live” funnymen Colin Jost and Pete Davidson bought a decommissioned Staten Island Ferry boat for $280,100 with plans to turn it into New York’s hottest club. By Karen Matthews. SENT: 365 words, photo.
FRANCE-PARIS FASHION WEEK — Dior took over Paris’ iconic Place de la Concorde for its menswear show whose theme was none other than the city of Paris itself. Fashion editors and a front row including Naomi Campbell marveled at the spectacular decor. Dior created a near-life size Parisian bridge, with fake birds and fake water lapping via plasma screen, just for the 15-minute collection. By Fashion Writer Thomas Adamson. SENT: 720 words, photos.
JOSH DUGGAR-CHILD PORNOGRAPY — Former reality TV star Josh Duggar has asked a federal judge for a new trial or an acquittal, a little over a month after he was convicted of receiving and possessing child pornography. A jury convicted Duggar last month of one count each of receiving and possessing child pornography. Duggar faces up to 20 years in prison and fines of up to $250,000 for each count. SENT: 295 words.
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REVIEWS:
FILM REVIEW-MUNICH-EDGE OF WAR — By Film Writer Jake Coyle. SENT Wednesday: 688 words, film stills.
FILM REVIEW-THE KING’S DAUGHTER — By Entertainment Writer Mark Kennedy. SENT Thursday: 700, film stills.
FILM REVIEW-THE ROYAL TREATMENT — By Film Writer Lindsey Bahr. SENT Thursday: 600 words, film stills.
MUSIC REVIEW-JOHN MELLENCAMP — Reviewed by Ron Nixon. SENT Wednesday: 230 words, cover image.
MUSIC REVIEW-ALLISON SPEHAR — Reviewed by Steven Wine. SENT Thursday: 210 words, cover image.
MUSIC REVIEW-WHITMORE SISTERS — Reviewed by Steven Wine. SENT Friday: 225 words, cover image.
MUSIC REVIEW-PENNY AND SPARROW — Reviewed by Ragan Clark. SENT Friday, 290 words, cover image.
BOOK REVIEW-THE RUNAWAY — By Nick Petrie. Reviewed by Bruce DeSilva. SENT Wednesday: 350 words, cover image.
BOOK-REVIEW-GANGSTERS OF CAPITALISM — By Jonathan M. Katz. Reviewed by Frank Bajak, SENT Tuesday: 580 words, cover image.
BOOK REVIEW-ENOUGH ALREADY — By Valerie Bertinelli. Reviewed by Mike Householder. SENT Tuesday: 355 words, cover image.
BOOK REVIEW-YINKA WHERE IS YOUR HUZBAND — By Lizzie Damilola Blackburn. Reviewed By Alicia Rancilio. SENT Thursday: 290 words, cover image.
THIS WEEK FROM AP LIFESTYLES:
FASHION
OLY--Team USA Uniforms: Team USA’s opening ceremony uniforms for the Beijing Olympics include some sneaky new warming technology, along with a handy front pouch and a cinch waist on anoraks in navy and white. The jackets were unveiled Thursday by official outfitter Ralph Lauren. By Leanne Italie. SENT Thursday, 580 words, photo, video.
Amazon-Clothing Store: Amazon says it plans to open a clothing store in a Southern California mall later this year, a first for the online behemoth and a fresh challenge for already struggling traditional retailers. UPCOMING Thursday, photos.
France Paris Fashion Week: Coverage of hybrid Paris Fashion Week menswear shows that are going ahead in physical and digital form in the City of Light. Photos, video.
Obit-Andre Leon Talley: André Leon Talley, a towering and highly visible figure of the fashion world who made history as a rare Black editor in an overwhelmingly white industry, has died. He was 73. By Jocelyn Noveck. SENT Wednesday, photos.
Milan-Fashion Week: K-way, the Franco-Italian brand synonymous with windbreakers, stepped into luxury fashion with its first live runway show ever on the closing day of Milan Fashion Week. By Colleen Barry. SENT Tuesday and previous days, photos.
HOMES
Homes-Gardening-Indoor Containers: Pots and perches to show off your houseplants in style. By Kim Cook. SENT Tuesday, 800 words, photos.
FOOD
KitchenSmarts-Plant-Based Meats: They’re making inroads everywhere, it seems, from grocery store meat sections to restaurants. Learning to cook with plant-based meats. By Katie Workman. SENT Tuesday, 800 words, photos.
Chinese New Year-Lobsters: China is showing no signs of slowing its demand for American lobster this year despite disruption to the supply chain and international trade caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. SENT Monday, photos.
Ice Wine: For ‘ice wine’ vintners, frigid temps are a reason to rejoice. SENT Sunday, photos.
Food-MilkStreet-Sichuan Chicken: Recipe: Crispy chicken tingles with Sichuan pepper. By Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street. SENT Tuesday, 800 words, photos.
GARDENING
Resolutions: A gardening writer suggests resolutions for a green and generous garden in 2022. Those include mowing less, using manual or electric tools, adding more native plants for the insects and birds, and planting an extra row of vegetables for people in need. By Jeff Lowenfels. SENT Wednesday, 570 words, photos.
HEALTH
Virus Outbreak-Viral Questions-Masks: Why is it better to wear an N95 than a cloth mask right now? SENT Wednesday, photo.
TRAVEL
Belgium-Teen's Global Flight: The 19-year-old Belgian-British pilot Zara Rutherford has set a world record as the youngest woman to fly solo around the world. SENT Thursday, photos.
FAA-Planes-5G-Interference: Ongoing coverage of the airline industry's showdown with AT&T and Verizon over plans to launch new 5G wireless service this week.
CLIMATE
Climate Change-States: As many U.S. states attempt to go carbon-free for their energy use, a big question hangs over their plans: Will they be able to keep the lights on if they transition to 100% renewable energy? Many states have decided that wind, solar, water and other forms of alternative energy won’t be enough to replace coal- and natural gas-fired power plants and have begun incorporating nuclear power into their strategies. By Jennifer McDermott. SENT Tuesday, 1,800 words. Photos. Video. An abridged version also is moving. With State Localization Guide.
SCHOOLS
US Schools-Teaching Race: A proposal to overhaul New Mexico’s social studies standards has stirred debate over how race should be taught, with thousands of parents and teachers weighing in on changes that would dramatically increase instruction related to racial and social identity beginning in kindergarten. UPCOMING Thursday.
PARENTING
Books-Mo Willems: The bus-loving Pigeon of children’s picture books fame is back on the move. Author-illustrator Mo Willems has a five-book deal with Union Square Kids, including for “The Pigeon Will Ride the Roller Coaster!”, scheduled to come out Sept 6. SENT Thursday, photo.
MONEY
NerdWallet-Liz Weston-Money-Happiness-Donating: We may think spending money on ourselves will make us happier than spending it on someone else. But research shows that spending money on others is more likely to make us happy. How to get more joy while giving to good causes. By Liz Weston of NerdWallet. SENT Monday, photo.
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COMING NEXT WEEK:
US--Weddings-Weekday Ceremonies: With some coveted venues still backed up because of reschedules, and with couples traveling again for destination weddings, an uptick in weekday nuptials has carried into 2022. Brides who went the weekday route say they saved money and their guest lists didn’t suffer. By Leanne Italie. UPCOMING Wednesday, 1,000 words, photos.
Homes-Murphy Beds: When most of your life is happening at home, every square foot counts. A classic multi-tasking piece of furniture -- the Murphy bed -- is getting new attention and some updates to meet today’s design challenges. By Melissa Rayworth. UPCOMING Tuesday, 870 words, photos.
Gardening-Houseplant Trends: A look at trends in houseplants for 2022. Popular varieties include fenestrated plants, that is, those with leaves that are split or contain holes. Vines are another hot category. By Jessica Damiano. UPCOMING Tuesday, photos, 800 words.
Food-MilkStreet-One Pot Pasta: Recipe: Stop throwing out your pasta water. By Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street. UPCOMING Monday, 350 words, photos.
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In case you missed it:
PETS: Pet Rescues-Left Behind.
HOME: Right at Home-Kids Kitchen Gear; Apartment Building Fire-Explainer.
WORK: Virus Outbreak-Sick Leave.
GARDENING: Netherlands-Tulips for Amsterdam.
SCHOOL: US Virus Outbreak-Schools; On The Money-NerdWallet-Gaps on Transcript.
FOOD: Cheese-Dispute; Food-MilkStreet-Spanish Meatballs.
PARENTING: Books-Sandra Boynton; Books-Kwame Alexander; Books-Ibram X Kendi.
HEALTH: Virus Outbreak-Viral Questions-Contagious.
MONEY: NerdWallet-Liz Weston-Holiday Gift Cards.
WEDDINGS: NerdWallet-Millennial Money-Wedding Planning Savings.
TRAVEL: NerdWallet-Shoulder Season Travel.
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