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Some New York news shows back, but many hosts work remotely

Some New York news shows back, but many hosts work remotely

NEW YORK — The couch is still in storage, but the morning team on “Fox & Friends” returned for the first time Monday to the midtown Manhattan studio vacated in March because of the coronavirus pandemic.

International Balloon Fiesta grounded over virus concerns

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — There will be no hot air balloons lifting off this fall as part of an international event that draws hundreds of thousands of spectators and ballooning teams from around the world to the heart of New Mexico.
Joel Schumacher, director of 'St. Elmo's Fire,' dies at 80

Joel Schumacher, director of 'St. Elmo's Fire,' dies at 80

NEW YORK — Joel Schumacher, the eclectic and brazen filmmaker who dressed New York department store windows before shepherding the Brat Pack to the big screen in “St.
Free 'Do the Right Thing' rental; Spike Lee talk offered

Free 'Do the Right Thing' rental; Spike Lee talk offered

LOS ANGELES — “Do the Right Thing” is free to rent on several platforms all week and an online discussion will be held with director Spike Lee on his 1989 film about racism, protests, police brutality and a New York neighbourhood in turmoil.
AFI offers free 'Do The Right Thing' and talk with Spike Lee

AFI offers free 'Do The Right Thing' and talk with Spike Lee

LOS ANGELES — The American Film Institute announced Monday that it is offering free rentals of “Do The Right Thing” all week and will host a discussion of the 1989 film about racism, protests, police brutality and a New York neighbourhood in turmoil
Ben Mulroney steps down as 'etalk' anchor to make room for 'diverse voices'

Ben Mulroney steps down as 'etalk' anchor to make room for 'diverse voices'

TORONTO — Bell Media says Ben Mulroney will step down as anchor of CTV's "etalk" to make room for "diverse voices" after the broadcaster cut ties with his wife, Jessica Mulroney, for behaviour out of line with its "commitment to diversity.

'American Idol' 2019 winner Laine Hardy diagnosed with virus

LIVINGSTON, La. — Laine Hardy, the 2019 winner of “American Idol,” says he has been diagnosed with COVID-19 but his symptoms are mild and he is recovering under home quarantine.
New this week: 'Clemency,' BET Awards, HAIM, 'Doctor Sleep'

New this week: 'Clemency,' BET Awards, HAIM, 'Doctor Sleep'

Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week.
Pussy Riot member sentenced to 15 days in Russia

Pussy Riot member sentenced to 15 days in Russia

MOSCOW — Pytor Verzilov, a Russian political activist and member of the Pussy Riot protest group, has been sentenced to 15 days in jail for swearing in public.
Citytv lineup includes comedy based on life of Dwayne (The Rock) Johnson

Citytv lineup includes comedy based on life of Dwayne (The Rock) Johnson

TORONTO — Like other TV networks Citytv is facing a severe shortage of fresh content due to COVID-19 pandemic shutdowns, but among the key new titles it did manage to snag for its fall and winter lineup is a comedy series based on the childhood of Dw
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