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Alex Jones liable for defamation in Sandy Hook 'hoax' case

Alex Jones liable for defamation in Sandy Hook 'hoax' case

A Connecticut judge found Infowars host Alex Jones liable by default Monday in a defamation lawsuit brought by parents of children killed in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting over the conspiracy theorist's claims that the massacre was a hoax.
K-pop band TWICE basking in global popularity, plans US tour

K-pop band TWICE basking in global popularity, plans US tour

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — TWICE, the nine-member K-pop band with over 9 million Twitter followers, says they feel their growing popularity overseas.
Robert Plant and Alison Krauss reunite to recapture magic

Robert Plant and Alison Krauss reunite to recapture magic

NEW YORK (AP) — The first time they collaborated was such a surprise smash that the only question was when Robert Plant and Alison Krauss would sing together again. The answer is out this week.
Restaurant Brands to acquire sandwich fast food chain Firehouse Subs for US$1 billion

Restaurant Brands to acquire sandwich fast food chain Firehouse Subs for US$1 billion

José Cil first tried Firehouse Subs while criss-crossing Florida as a Walmart executive. "I had a chance to visit basically the entire state," said Cil, now the CEO of Restaurant Brands International Inc.
Burglary gang who stole gems from Tamara Ecclestone jailed

Burglary gang who stole gems from Tamara Ecclestone jailed

LONDON (AP) — Members of a gang of international jewel thieves who stole millions in gems and other valuables from wealthy victims including Formula One heiress Tamara Ecclestone were sentenced to prison terms Monday by a British judge.
Bob Mackie book looks back on sparkly costume career

Bob Mackie book looks back on sparkly costume career

NEW YORK (AP) — When Bob Mackie was 11, and his uncle asked him what he wanted to be when he grew up, he didn’t hesitate: a costume designer on Broadway.
New this week: Will Smith, 'Tick, Tick... Boom!' and Adele

New this week: Will Smith, 'Tick, Tick... Boom!' and Adele

Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week.
Review: A hider of people is hunted in 'Left-Handed Twin'

Review: A hider of people is hunted in 'Left-Handed Twin'

“Left-Handed Twin” by Thomas Perry (Mysterious Press) Since she married a wealthy surgeon, Jane Whitefield has been trying to leave her old life behind, but when a friend sends a terrified young woman named Sara to her, Jane feels compelled to help.
America is about to find where its once-a-decade heart is

America is about to find where its once-a-decade heart is

America is about to find out where its heart is. The U.S. Census Bureau on Tuesday is announcing where the new population center of the U.S.
Ticket to whimsy: What's behind popular seasonal train shows

Ticket to whimsy: What's behind popular seasonal train shows

NEW YORK (AP) — Many holiday-season train shows were canceled or limited to fewer visitors last year because of the pandemic, but this year the popular attractions are back at botanical gardens, conservatories and elsewhere around the country.
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