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Onslaught of sports betting ads make gambling seem enticing to youth, doctors say
TORONTO — Doctors are calling for restrictions on sports betting ads, saying they are setting…
Ben Mulroney to host Global’s political affairs show, ‘The West Block’
Ben Mulroney is taking the reins of Global News’ political affairs program, “The West Block.”…
Black Screen Office releases guide for cultural sector to address anti-Black racism
TORONTO — The Black Screen Office has released policy guidelines it says can help cultural…
In Chloé Zhao’s ‘Hamnet,’ something emotional this way comes
TORONTO (AP) — “Why are you making me cry?” It’s an ironic question for Chloé…
CBS News’ new ombudsman has background and duties that differ from the job’s traditional definition
NEW YORK (AP) — CBS News has a new ombudsman assigned to look into public…
Will anything stop ‘The Studio’ and ‘Severance’ at the Emmys? AP writers make their predictions
Sunday’s 77th Primetime Emmy Awards arrive with clear favorites but few sure things. Will the…
Oprah Winfrey selects Elizabeth Gilbert’s new memoir for her book club
NEW YORK (AP) — Elizabeth Gilbert’s “All the Way to the River,” a memoir that…
New ballet company to open in Vancouver under Joshua Beamish next year
TORONTO — Vancouver choreographer Joshua Beamish is bringing a new ballet company to the city…
UK’s National Gallery will use $500 million in donations for a new wing and expanded collection
LONDON (AP) — Britain’s National Gallery announced Tuesday that it will use a whopping 375…
Director Mathieu Denis asks what you’re willing to pay in TIFF’s ‘The Cost of Heaven’
TORONTO — “The Cost of Heaven” is an invitation for audiences to think about what…
Christoph von Dohnányi, who led Cleveland Orchestra until 2002, dies at 95
CLEVELAND (AP) — Christoph von Dohnányi, a conductor acclaimed for performances as music director of…
Charlie Sheen talks his road to sobriety ahead of release of his memoir, ‘The Book of Sheen’
Charlie Sheen said fatherhood quickly occupied his life when he got sober eight years ago.…
Rick Davies, co-founder and singer of Supertramp, dies at 81
LONDON (AP) — Rick Davies, the co-founder, singer and songwriter of British band Supertramp, has…
Alberta bans sexual images in school library books under revised order
EDMONTON — The Alberta government made good Monday on its promise to revise its school…
‘Smashing Machine’ director Benny Safdie rolls into TIFF with shine of Silver Lion win
TORONTO — Benny Safdie says winning the Silver Lion for best director at the Venice…
New Banksy mural of a judge beating a protester to be removed from outside London court
LONDON (AP) — A new mural by elusive street artist Banksy showing a judge beating…
Mae Martin calls TIFF-bound Netflix show ‘Wayward’ deeply personal and proudly local
TORONTO — Toronto comedian Mae Martin says their new Netflix limited series “Wayward” hits especially…
Are Toronto audiences too nice? Ethan Hawke and Richard Linklater say politeness is appreciated
TORONTO — Stage and screen stars Ethan Hawke and Andrew Scott agree most actors can…
Ella Langley, Megan Moroney, Lainey Wilson lead Country Music Association Awards noms with 6 each
NEW YORK (AP) — Ella Langley, Megan Moroney and Lainey Wilson lead the nominations for…
Prince Harry visits late queen’s grave as UK trip fuels speculation about meeting with King Charles
LONDON (AP) — Prince Harry arrived in the U.K. on Monday for a visit to…
Unrivaled women’s basketball league now valued at $340M million after landing more celebrity funding
Another group of big-name sports figures have invested in Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart’s 3-on-3…
Ariana Grande and Lady Gaga shine at the MTV VMAs with wins and performances
Ariana Grande and Lady Gaga set the tone at the MTV Video Music Awards on…
Trump celebrates West Point alumni group canceling award ceremony to honor Tom Hanks
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump celebrated news on Monday that an alumni group from…
Joni Mitchell, Drake among recipients at 2025 SOCAN songwriter of the year awards
TORONTO — Joni Mitchell and Drake will be celebrated with special achievement honours at the…