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Netflix conjures up 'Game of Thrones' energy with mystical series 'Shadow and Bone'

Netflix conjures up 'Game of Thrones' energy with mystical series 'Shadow and Bone'

TORONTO — Extraordinary times call for exemplary television and the April slate of new streaming options comes loaded with everything from sci-fi adventures to historic documentaries.
Coldplay, Jorja Smith to play virtual Glastonbury gig in May

Coldplay, Jorja Smith to play virtual Glastonbury gig in May

LONDON — This year the Glastonbury Festival is going online. Organizers said Wednesday that they will stage a one-day livestreamed concert on May 22 at Worthy Farm in southwest England, home to the annual music extravaganza.
Chrissy Teigen graces cover of People's 'Beautiful Issue'

Chrissy Teigen graces cover of People's 'Beautiful Issue'

LOS ANGELES — Chrissy Teigen will grace the front of People magazine’s “The Beautiful Issue” in a cover story that delves into her evolved definition of beauty, facing racism growing up and her heartbreaking miscarriage last year.
The power of touch: Boutique stretching thrives amid COVID

The power of touch: Boutique stretching thrives amid COVID

CENTERVILLE, Ohio — Pandemic-weary Americans starved for human interaction and physical touch are taking advantage of a growing wellness option once reserved for Hollywood actors, rock stars and elite athletes: boutique stretching.
Torstar signs deal for free Cineplex Magazine, to rebrand as Star Cineplex

Torstar signs deal for free Cineplex Magazine, to rebrand as Star Cineplex

TORONTO — Torstar Corp. has signed a deal to acquire the publishing and exclusive theatre distribution rights of Cineplex Magazine. The deal with Cineplex Inc.
More vaccinated travellers mean pricier hotels, flights

More vaccinated travellers mean pricier hotels, flights

The cost of travel will slowly rebound from historic lows as more people receive COVID-19 vaccinations and book long-deferred trips, according to industry experts. This time last year, air traffic in the U.S.
NYT reporters writing young person's edition of 'She Said'

NYT reporters writing young person's edition of 'She Said'

NEW YORK — An acclaimed book by two New York Times journalists who won Pulitzer Prizes for their investigation of Harvey Weinstein is coming out in an edition for young reporters.
Better guidance - not shaming - needed around outdoor COVID-19 risk, experts say

Better guidance - not shaming - needed around outdoor COVID-19 risk, experts say

Images of friends sitting spaced out on a backyard patio table, or chatting on opposite ends of a park bench are part of a new COVID-19 ad campaign from Britain's National Health Service. The message? If you're going to socialize, take it outside.
'Concrete Cowboy' shows Philadelphia's Black cowboy culture

'Concrete Cowboy' shows Philadelphia's Black cowboy culture

NEW YORK — Historians estimate that 1 in 4 American cowboys were Black but you would be hard pressed to find a movie genre whiter than the Western.
An unwelcome prank: Volkswagen purposely hoodwinks reporters

An unwelcome prank: Volkswagen purposely hoodwinks reporters

NEW YORK — Journalists are used to being wary about odd pranksters pulling April Fool's Day hoaxes at this time of year. Few expect it from a multi-billion dollar corporation.
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