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The ubiquitous orchid: A pandemic project with surprises

The ubiquitous orchid: A pandemic project with surprises

Not so long ago, orchids were regarded as rare and exotic. But these days, thanks to new propagation techniques, certain varieties are mass-produced.
Three rising artists each receive $10K as New Generation Photography Award winners

Three rising artists each receive $10K as New Generation Photography Award winners

Three up-and-coming Canadian artists will receive $10,000 apiece and exposure as the winners of this year's New Generation Photography Award. Dustin Brons of Vancouver; Chris Donovan of Saint John, N.B.; and Dainesha Nugent-Palache of Brampton, Ont.
Millennial Money: Bust gender bias and balance work at home

Millennial Money: Bust gender bias and balance work at home

No matter how modern opposite-sex couples can be in their views on equality, old habits die hard. The COVID-19 pandemic has made this abundantly clear to parents who already struggled to find balance.
Colorado baker sued again over alleged LGBTQ bias

Colorado baker sued again over alleged LGBTQ bias

DENVER — A Colorado baker who won a partial victory at the U.S. Supreme Court in 2018 for refusing to make a wedding cake for a same-sex couple went on trial Monday in yet another lawsuit, this one involving a birthday cake for a transgender woman.
Jamie Foxx to play Mike Tyson in boxer's take on his life

Jamie Foxx to play Mike Tyson in boxer's take on his life

LOS ANGELES — Mike Tyson is getting in the TV drama ring against himself. On the heels of Hulu's announcement of a Tyson miniseries to be made without his involvement, the boxing great said he's producing a limited series starring Jamie Foxx.
Miami's South Beach confronts disastrous spring break

Miami's South Beach confronts disastrous spring break

MIAMI — Florida’s famed South Beach is desperately seeking a new image.
Autopsy report: Bobby Brown's son died from drugs, alcohol

Autopsy report: Bobby Brown's son died from drugs, alcohol

LOS ANGELES — Bobby Brown Jr., the son of singer Bobby Brown, died from the combined effects of alcohol, cocaine and the opioid fentanyl, an autopsy report released Monday said. Brown Jr. was found dead in his Los Angeles home at age 28 on Nov. 18.
DISPATCH: When home burns, and your job is to cover it

DISPATCH: When home burns, and your job is to cover it

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. — I lived in the redwood forests of the Santa Cruz Mountains for a year. That year, they burned uncontrollably. Aug.
New this Week: 'Tina,' 'Runaway Bunny' & 'City on a Hill'

New this Week: 'Tina,' 'Runaway Bunny' & 'City on a Hill'

Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. MOVIES — Most of last week's Oscar nominees are already streaming or available on-demand.
Good weather seen as key to success as Ontario eases restaurant rules, patios open

Good weather seen as key to success as Ontario eases restaurant rules, patios open

Outdoor dining is now permitted everywhere in Ontario, a change observers say gives restaurants a fighting chance to survive the COVID-19 pandemic.
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