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Country singer Joe Diffie tests positive for coronavirus

Country singer Joe Diffie tests positive for coronavirus

NASHVILLE — A publicist for Joe Diffie says the country singer has tested positive for COVID-19. Scott Adkins released a statement to The Associated Press from Diffie that said he is under the care of medical professionals and is receiving treatment.
Top 20 Global Concert Tours from Pollstar

Top 20 Global Concert Tours from Pollstar

The Top 20 Global Concert Tours ranks artists by average box office gross per city and includes the average ticket price for shows Worldwide.
Stars of 'Contagion' reunite for a PSA

Stars of 'Contagion' reunite for a PSA

NEW YORK — The stars of the 2011 virus thriller “Contagion” — a prescient film these days — have reunited for a series of public service announcements to warn about COVID-19.
For seniors, isolation changes life in varied, nuanced ways

For seniors, isolation changes life in varied, nuanced ways

One remembers the polio epidemic and the hardships of World War II. One is stoic about it all — because, he says, he's already “here past the welcome.
Lack of social distancing leads to closure of parks, trails

Lack of social distancing leads to closure of parks, trails

OAK PARK, Ill. — It was a sunny day, the first in about a week when temperatures had climbed past the 50-degree mark, and people in Chicago did what they always do on such a day: They flocked to the shores of Lake Michigan.
'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens

'On My Block' cast seeks truth in playing inner-city teens

WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Cast members of Netflix’s “On My Block” say they feel honoured to be able to represent teenagers who've long seen themselves portrayed as stereotypes.
R Kelly seeks release from jail, cites coronavirus risk

R Kelly seeks release from jail, cites coronavirus risk

CHICAGO — R&B singer R.
Kristen Bell hosts Nick pandemic special for kids, families

Kristen Bell hosts Nick pandemic special for kids, families

LOS ANGELES — Kristen Bell is hosting a Nickelodeon special with a “kid’s-eye view” of the coronavirus pandemic to address youngsters' concerns and help families weather the crisis, the channel said Friday.
VIRUS DIARY: Walking, alone, on streets built for crowds

VIRUS DIARY: Walking, alone, on streets built for crowds

NEW YORK — How long has it been — two weeks, three weeks — since life began to change, day by day, as the coronavirus pandemic arrived in New York? Social distancing, most stores closed, working from home (or not working at all), friends sick or quar
Academy postpones reveal of Canadian Screen Award winners until 'time is right'

Academy postpones reveal of Canadian Screen Award winners until 'time is right'

TORONTO — This year's Canadian Screen Award nominees will have to wait a little longer to find out if they're receiving a trophy.
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