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'Blackberry,' 'Seven Veils' among TIFF's picks for top Canadian films of 2023

'Blackberry,' 'Seven Veils' among TIFF's picks for top Canadian films of 2023

TORONTO — A chaotic comedy about a generation-defining smartphone and a drama about a tortured opera director are among the Toronto International Film Festival's picks for best Canadian films of the year.
A grantmaker is betting a TV show for teen girls can help narrow the STEM gender gap

A grantmaker is betting a TV show for teen girls can help narrow the STEM gender gap

Dallas philanthropist Lyda Hill has devoted much of her giving to tackling social problems through science. Her Lyda Hill Philanthropies supports museums, basic research, and programs like National Geographic Explorers.
A boulder-strewn village, screeching seabirds and sheep: Taking Portugal’s roads less traveled

A boulder-strewn village, screeching seabirds and sheep: Taking Portugal’s roads less traveled

As we steered our rented hatchback up the narrow gravel road behind the walled city of Óbidos, we had the sinking feeling that Google Maps’ idea of the best route to the popular tourist destination wasn’t the standard way there, and certainly not the
Virginia state art museum returns 44 pieces authorities determined were stolen or looted

Virginia state art museum returns 44 pieces authorities determined were stolen or looted

RICHMOND, Va.
'Know My Name' author Chanel Miller has written a children's book, 'Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All'

'Know My Name' author Chanel Miller has written a children's book, 'Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All'

NEW YORK (AP) — Chanel Miller's next book after her prize-winning memoir “Know My Name” will help fulfill a longtime dream — to write and illustrate children's stories.
Number of Canadians with disabilities doubles in 10 years, hits 8 million: StatCan

Number of Canadians with disabilities doubles in 10 years, hits 8 million: StatCan

The number of Canadians with at least one disability has doubled in 10 years, a reality that should push governments to help reduce barriers to accessibility, says the head of a human rights organization.
When there's lots of holiday spirit but not much space, how to deck the (small) halls

When there's lots of holiday spirit but not much space, how to deck the (small) halls

It seems like the frost hasn’t even hit the pumpkin before “holiday cheer” starts showing up everywhere, from social media feeds to the aisles of CVS. Tis the season to decorate .
Hanukkah message of light in darkness feels uniquely relevant to US Jews amid war, antisemitism

Hanukkah message of light in darkness feels uniquely relevant to US Jews amid war, antisemitism

MIAMI BEACH, Fla.
Cody Johnson, Thomas Rhett and Jason Aldean to headline Boots and Hearts

Cody Johnson, Thomas Rhett and Jason Aldean to headline Boots and Hearts

Country stars Jason Aldean, Thomas Rhett and Cody Johnson are headed to next year's Boots and Hearts. All three will headline the 2024 edition of the camping and country music festival, which takes place Aug.
0% credit card offers can provide holiday relief - if used wisely

0% credit card offers can provide holiday relief - if used wisely

It’s hard to say what kills the holiday buzz more: Putting away the festive decorations or a mountain of credit card debt that swells with every interest charge. But not all credit cards charge interest, at least for a time.
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