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Glenda Jackson film to launch PBS' 'Masterpiece' anniversary

LOS ANGELES — Acclaimed actor Glenda Jackson will launch the 50th season of PBS’ “Masterpiece” drama showcase next year.

Jul 30, 2020 6:48 AM Read more >

Retro TV sitcoms, hard-hitting documentaries lead August streaming highlights

It feels like summer is fading even faster than usual this year, but when it comes to lighthearted entertainment in August, the biggest streaming services have you covered for the final weeks of the season.

Jul 30, 2020 6:42 AM Read more >

Bent Fabric, Danish Grammy-winning composer, dies at 95

COPENHAGEN — Danish Grammy award-winning composer and pianist Bent Fabricius-Bjerre, known internationally as Bent Fabric, who had an international hit in 1962 with the tune “Alley Cat,” has died. He was 95.

Jul 30, 2020 3:53 AM Read more >

Can the coronavirus spread through the air?

Can the coronavirus spread through the air? Yes, it's possible. The World Health Organization recently acknowledged the possibility that COVID-19 might be spread in the air under certain conditions.

Jul 30, 2020 1:01 AM Read more >

Ontario pediatric hospitals release full-time school guide, with older grades wearing masks

TORONTO — Ontario's pediatric hospitals have updated their recommendations for a safe return to school full-time, offering guidelines on the logistical challenges facing educators this fall.

Jul 29, 2020 7:48 PM Read more >

Know before you sow: CFIA investigates unsolicited seed shipments

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is warning gardeners not to plant "unauthorized seeds" from packages they weren't expecting. The agency says it's investigating reports across the country of people receiving unsolicited shipments of seeds.

Jul 29, 2020 7:29 PM Read more >

Review: 'The Fight' documents the ACLU in the age of Trump

“The Fight,” Elyse Steinberg, Josh Kriegman and Eli Despress’ documentary about the American Civil Liberties Union, opens with the inauguration of Donald Trump. His oath rings out like an opening salvo.

Jul 29, 2020 5:00 PM Read more >

Canada's arts and recreation businesses face greatest risk of closure: CFIB

TORONTO — Canada's struggling independent businesses in the arts, entertainment and recreational sectors are at the highest risk of permanently closing due to COVID-19, according to the Canadian Federation of Independent Business.

Jul 29, 2020 3:19 PM Read more >

Canada's arts and recreation businesses face greatest risk of closure: CFIB

TORONTO — Canada's struggling independent businesses in the arts, entertainment and recreational sectors are at the highest risk of permanently closing due to COVID-19, according to the Canadian Federation of Independent Business.

Jul 29, 2020 3:19 PM Read more >

Facts and Figures about the 72nd Emmy Awards nominations

LOS ANGELES — Notable facts and figures from Tuesday’s nominations for the 72nd Emmy Awards: ___ ‘WATCHMEN’ SOARS BUT ‘ROOTS’ RUNS DEEP HBO's “Watchmen” led all shows with a whopping 26 nominations, but that doesn't come close to the record for a lim

Jul 29, 2020 2:57 PM Read more >