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Vietnam bans 'Barbie' movie due to an illustration showing China's territorial claim

Vietnam bans 'Barbie' movie due to an illustration showing China's territorial claim

HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — Vietnam's state media have reported that the government banned distribution of the popular “Barbie” movie because it includes a view of a map showing disputed Chinese territorial claims in the South China Sea.

The top 10 audiobooks on Audible.com

Nonfiction 1. Atomic Habits by James Clear, narrated by the author (Penguin Audio) 2. Outlive by Peter Attia, MD and Bill Gifford - contributor, narrated by Peter Attia, MD (Random House Audio) 3.
Accuser says he told Kevin Spacey after crude advance, 'I don’t bat for that team'

Accuser says he told Kevin Spacey after crude advance, 'I don’t bat for that team'

LONDON (AP) — A man who met Kevin Spacey in a pub says that at one point when they were alone during a night of heavy drinking with others, the actor kissed his neck twice and grabbed his crotch.
Grammys CEO on new AI guidelines: Music that contains AI-created elements is eligible. 'Period.'

Grammys CEO on new AI guidelines: Music that contains AI-created elements is eligible. 'Period.'

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Last month, the Recording Academy announced a series of changes to the Grammy Awards to better reflect an evolving music industry.
Award-winning Ukrainian writer dies of injuries suffered in Russian missile attack on restaurant

Award-winning Ukrainian writer dies of injuries suffered in Russian missile attack on restaurant

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Award-winning Ukrainian writer Victoria Amelina was among those killed by a deadly Russian missile attack on a popular restaurant frequented by journalists and aid workers in eastern Ukraine, PEN America said.
Viola Ford Fletcher, oldest living Tulsa Race Massacre victim, publishes memoir

Viola Ford Fletcher, oldest living Tulsa Race Massacre victim, publishes memoir

NEW YORK (AP) — Being a centenarian hasn’t slowed down Viola Ford Fletcher’s pursuit of justice.
The American flag wasn't always revered as it is today. At the beginning, it was an afterthought

The American flag wasn't always revered as it is today. At the beginning, it was an afterthought

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — In the bedroom of the Betsy Ross House, a reconstruction of where the upholsterer worked on her most famous commission, a long flag with a circle of 13 stars hangs over a Chippendale side chair and extends across the floor.
Fright over crack on North Carolina ride serves as reminder of risks at amusement parks

Fright over crack on North Carolina ride serves as reminder of risks at amusement parks

CHARLOTTE, N.C.
Book Review: Small-town nostalgia and inspiring sisterhood make 'Goodbye Earl' ideal summer reading

Book Review: Small-town nostalgia and inspiring sisterhood make 'Goodbye Earl' ideal summer reading

“Goodbye Earl: A Revenge Novel” by Leesa Cross-Smith (Grand Central) Whether you know the song by The Chicks or not, there’s a lot to love about Leesa Cross-Smith’s latest and uber-personal novel, “Goodbye Earl.
For Norah Jones, 'Little Broken Hearts' gives a lesson in making the most of a bad experience

For Norah Jones, 'Little Broken Hearts' gives a lesson in making the most of a bad experience

NEW YORK (AP) — A sign of how much "Little Broken Hearts” represented a departure for Norah Jones was that she filmed not one, but two music videos for the album depicting herself as a murderer.
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