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Netflix scores streaming rights to new top Sony films

Netflix scores streaming rights to new top Sony films

NEW YORK — Netflix further beefed up its film catalogue on Thursday in a multi-year deal that will make it the new streaming home to Sony Pictures' top releases in the U.S.
Review: Merry Clayton's new gospel album caps a comeback

Review: Merry Clayton's new gospel album caps a comeback

"Beautiful Scars,” Merry Clayton (Motown) It's appropriate Merry Clayton's singing volume on her new gospel album repeatedly reaches forte, which in French means strength.
Pandemic-weary chefs, cooks enjoy serving from home

Pandemic-weary chefs, cooks enjoy serving from home

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — When COVID-19 shutdowns hit in March 2020, Mike Winneker, a hotel executive sous chef, found himself without work for the first time in years.
The pandemic ruined one musical's debut plans. Not for long

The pandemic ruined one musical's debut plans. Not for long

NEW YORK — Huge waves couldn't stop Tori Murden McClure from becoming the first American to row across the Atlantic Ocean solo in 1999.
Keri Hilson is basking in her 'manifestation season'

Keri Hilson is basking in her 'manifestation season'

Keri Hilson is projected to have a busy year, but it doesn’t include releasing new music. The two-time Grammy nominee is preparing for the release of several film projects, and if that surprises you, you’re not alone.
Canada Post issues commemorative Juno Awards stamp for golden anniversary

Canada Post issues commemorative Juno Awards stamp for golden anniversary

TORONTO — The Juno Awards are getting a stamp of approval from the country's postal service.
Paul Andrew steps down as Ferragamo creative director

Paul Andrew steps down as Ferragamo creative director

MILAN — Designer Paul Andrew is stepping down as creative director of Salvatore Ferragamo, effective in May, the fashion house said Thursday.
MSNBC apologizes for showing wrong video of congressman

MSNBC apologizes for showing wrong video of congressman

MSNBC apologized on Wednesday for mistakenly airing video of another Black congressman while reporting a day earlier on the death of U.S. Rep. Alcee Hastings of Florida. During the report, the network aired archived video of U.S. Rep.
Former Vice-President Mike Pence memoir set for 2023 release

Former Vice-President Mike Pence memoir set for 2023 release

NEW YORK — Former Vice-President Mike Pence has a book deal. His autobiography, currently untitled, is scheduled to come out in 2023.
New film follows 2 zombie moviemakers with Down syndrome

New film follows 2 zombie moviemakers with Down syndrome

Two best friends with Down syndrome who caused a sensation four years ago when they created their own gory zombie movie are back, this time in a documentary championed by a Hollywood luminary.
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