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Wes Moore sworn in as Maryland’s first Black governor
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Maryland Gov. Wes Moore was sworn in as the state’s first…
Detroit museum ‘blameless’ in van Gogh dispute, judge says
DETROIT (AP) — A judge heard arguments Thursday over control of a 1888 painting by…
Terence Blanchard gets yearlong Lincoln Center celebration
NEW YORK (AP) — Terence Blanchard, the first Black composer whose work has been heard…
AP Top 25 Movies, by the numbers: From dollars to donkeys
The films in the inaugural AP Top 25 Movies ranking yield a host of numbers,…
AP Top 25 Movies: Breaking down our panelists’ picks
Fiercely original films, female-focused stories and theatrical-first releases had the clear edge in The Associated…
Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario reinstates betting on UFC events in province
TORONTO – Ontario bettors can again wager on Ultimate Fighting Championship events. The Alcohol and…
Florida blocks high school African American studies class
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration has blocked a new Advanced Placement…
Alec Baldwin to be charged with manslaughter in set shooting
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Actor Alec Baldwin and a weapons specialist will be charged…
Reports: David Crosby, rock star and CSNY co-founder, dies
David Crosby, the brash rock musician who evolved from a baby-faced harmony singer with the…
AP Top 25 Movies, ranking 2022’s best: What made the cut?
With hundreds of new movies released each year, many of us depend on the expertise…
Met Opera concert to mark anniversary of Ukraine invasion
NEW YORK (AP) — The Metropolitan Opera will mark the first anniversary of Russia’s invasion…
Ex-convict who abused college women gets 60 years in prison
NEW YORK (AP) — An ex-convict who obtained millions of dollars by subjecting his daughter’s…
Detroit judge dismisses lawsuit over control of van Gogh art
DETROIT (AP) — A judge on Friday dismissed a lawsuit over control of an 1888…
Review: ‘RUSH!’ proves that Måneskin are here to stay
“RUSH!” by Måneskin (Arista/Sony Music Latin) From the moment they held the iconic glass microphone…
Friendship lies behind Sundance comedy ‘Theater Camp’
PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — There is quite a bit of history between the team…
Ed Reed leaving Bethune-Cookman after contract falls through
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Pro Football Hall of Fame safety Ed Reed walked away…
‘Avatar’ marks 6 straight weeks at No. 1, crosses $2 billion
NEW YORK (AP) — James Cameron’s “Avatar: The Way of Water” led ticket sales in…
Time’s Up to halt operations, shift resources to legal fund
NEW YORK (AP) — The Golden Globes carpet typically glitters with crystal-studded gowns in pastel…
Deadly California shooting casts pall over Canadian Lunar New Year festivities
VANCOUVER – The joy of Lunar New Year parades, parties and other festivities was tempered…
New this week: Jennifer Lopez, Sam Smith and ‘You People’
Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV,…
‘Fall On Your Knees’ play should make you forget there’s a book: Ann-Marie MacDonald
TORONTO – It’s taken a decade to wrestle Ann-Marie MacDonald’s sweeping historical novel “Fall On…
Florida’s rejection of Black history course stirs debate
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis reiterated Monday the state’s rejection of…
Police: 2 students killed, man hurt in Des Moines shooting
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Two teenage students were killed Monday and a man was…
Oscar snubs, surprises: No female directors, ‘Babylon’ bust
There are always a few big surprises and heartbreaks come the morning of Oscar nominations,…