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Regis Philbin, television personality and host, dies at 88

Regis Philbin, television personality and host, dies at 88

NEW YORK — Regis Philbin, the genial host who shared his life with television viewers over morning coffee for decades and helped himself and some fans strike it rich with the game show “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire,” has died at 88.
White, NBC near end of busy Premier League stretch on Sunday

White, NBC near end of busy Premier League stretch on Sunday

Arlo White didn't know what to expect when the Premier League season resumed with Project Restart. The only thing he knew was that it beat the alternatives.
Women reflect on sexist slur that often goes unpunished

Women reflect on sexist slur that often goes unpunished

Ask a woman if she’s been called the B-word by a man — perhaps modified by the F-adjective — and chances are she’ll say, “You mean ever, or how many times?” Because most women will tell you it’s a pretty universal experience, especially if they've he
US agency vows steps to address COVID-19 inequalities

US agency vows steps to address COVID-19 inequalities

NEW YORK — If Black, Hispanic and Native Americans are hospitalized and killed by the coronavirus at far higher rates than others, shouldn't the government count them as high risk for serious illness? That seemingly simple question has been mulled by
Guide dogs helping blind runners stay fit despite pandemic

Guide dogs helping blind runners stay fit despite pandemic

WEST SAND LAKE, N.Y. — Social distancing rules can make exercising a challenge for a blind runner who needs a volunteer tethered as a guide. But Thomas Panek has no problem because his running guide, Blaze, is a Labrador retriever.
COVID-19 recovery can take a few weeks even for young adults

COVID-19 recovery can take a few weeks even for young adults

Recovering from even mild coronavirus infections can take at least two to three weeks, according to U.S. research published Friday. Lingering symptoms can even affect otherwise healthy young adults.
Ford says Cineplex request to boost capacity in Ontario theatres 'on the table'

Ford says Cineplex request to boost capacity in Ontario theatres 'on the table'

TORONTO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford says health officials are considering Cineplex's proposal to increase the number of people allowed inside multiplex theatres.
Music Review: Taylor Swift's new album is strikingly heroic

Music Review: Taylor Swift's new album is strikingly heroic

Taylor Swift, “folklore" (Republic Records) In the years since Taylor Swift released her killer pop album “1989” in 2014, the singer has amped the production of her music, adding sounds including electronica, synth pop, R&B, dubstep, dance and ev
Barack Obama to appear on Michelle Obama's podcast debut

Barack Obama to appear on Michelle Obama's podcast debut

LOS ANGELES — The first guest of Michelle Obama’s new podcast will have a familiar presidential voice: Barack Obama.
Depp's lawyers play video showing Heard 'attacked' sister

Depp's lawyers play video showing Heard 'attacked' sister

LONDON — Johnny Depp's lawyers in his libel suit against a British tabloid that labeled the actor a “wife beater” displayed video footage in a London courtroom Friday that they claim shows his ex-wife, Amber Heard, “attacked” her sister.
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