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'Toxic' label will spur research into impact of plastics on human health, experts say

'Toxic' label will spur research into impact of plastics on human health, experts say

TORONTO — A proposed ban on some single-use plastics should serve as a wake-up call to Canadians concerned about the potential harms everyday items may pose, say experts who expect the move will spur research into settling ongoing questions about whe
On edge of 72, Stevie Nicks just wants to sing a song live

On edge of 72, Stevie Nicks just wants to sing a song live

NEW YORK — It’s Saturday at 9:30 p.m. and Stevie Nicks is singing on the phone. The rock icon is at her Los Angeles home, where she’s been cooped up since December after wrapping the “An Evening with Fleetwood Mac” tour.
Tony Award nominations to be announced Oct. 15

Tony Award nominations to be announced Oct. 15

NEW YORK — Nominations for this year's Tony Awards have been set for Oct. 15, pitting 18 eligible shows in competition for 26 competitive categories in a coronavirus-shortened season.
Princes of Wales Theatres welcomes back audiences for 'Blindness' sound installation

Princes of Wales Theatres welcomes back audiences for 'Blindness' sound installation

TORONTO — Audiences are set to be welcomed back to the Princess of Wales Theatre for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic shuttered indoor stage productions in March.
Am I immune to the coronavirus if I’ve already had it?

Am I immune to the coronavirus if I’ve already had it?

Am I immune to the coronavirus if I’ve already had it? You have some immunity, but how much and for how long are big unanswered questions.
Outtakes: Stevie Nicks on Petty, Prince, Beyoncé and Harry

Outtakes: Stevie Nicks on Petty, Prince, Beyoncé and Harry

NEW YORK — Stevie Nicks — who is releasing a new song Friday and a concert film later this month — discusses the TV miniseries she’s working on as well as her relationships with Tom Petty, Prince, Beyoncé, Harry Styles and the members of Fleetwood Ma
Howie Mandel doc comes as the 'nightmare' he's feared his whole life now plays out

Howie Mandel doc comes as the 'nightmare' he's feared his whole life now plays out

TORONTO — Howie Mandel says he's doing as well as one can expect a germaphobe to fare during a pandemic. The Toronto-raised comedy star notes he's relatively healthy and just finished another season as a judge on NBC's "America's Got Talent.
'The Right Stuff' looks back and up with first US astronauts

'The Right Stuff' looks back and up with first US astronauts

NEW YORK — When Hollywood does biopics on musicians, we're used to lots of saucy tales of sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll. Not so much when it comes to astronauts.
Tomatoes, turnips rule in big year for veggie gardening

Tomatoes, turnips rule in big year for veggie gardening

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — In the year of the new coronavirus, when new gardeners came out in droves to try growing their own vegetables, tomatoes were still king. And in a twist, the respect-seeking turnip actually turned some heads.
Trust and situational awareness key to success of the Forces' most famous tweeter

Trust and situational awareness key to success of the Forces' most famous tweeter

OTTAWA — Trust. Capt. Kirk Sullivan is talking about running what has become one of the most talked-about Twitter accounts in the federal government.
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