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Movie Review: Passion and love get messy in Ira Sachs’ smoldering ‘Passages’

Movie Review: Passion and love get messy in Ira Sachs’ smoldering ‘Passages’

If you’ve been wondering where all the sex has gone from the movies, you’re in luck: The new film “Passages” does not hold back in depicting the fresh passion of a love affair.
'Just not true': Plaintiff in sex abuse lawsuit upset over Calgary Stampede apology

'Just not true': Plaintiff in sex abuse lawsuit upset over Calgary Stampede apology

One of the three dozen men behind a sexual abuse lawsuit filed against the Calgary Stampede says its apology after a partial court settlement last week falls short.
Greece plans hourly caps on visitors to ancient Acropolis and will let in up to 20,000 daily

Greece plans hourly caps on visitors to ancient Acropolis and will let in up to 20,000 daily

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Visits to the Acropolis of Athens, Greece's most popular archaeological site, will be capped starting next month at a maximum 20,000 daily and subject to varying hourly entry limits, the Greek government said Wednesday.
Nicolas Cage surrealist comedy to open TIFF's competitive Platform program

Nicolas Cage surrealist comedy to open TIFF's competitive Platform program

TORONTO — Nicolas Cage's surrealist comedy "Dream Scenario" will open the competitive Platform program at the Toronto International Film Festival, with acclaimed filmmaker Barry Jenkins set to lead the jury.
Broadway star Phillipa Soo is working on picture book about her childhood stage fright

Broadway star Phillipa Soo is working on picture book about her childhood stage fright

NEW YORK (AP) — Broadway star Phillipa Soo has not forgotten her childhood stage fright.
With two HGTV shows, Christina Hall finds success in going solo

With two HGTV shows, Christina Hall finds success in going solo

HGTV star Christina Hall promises not to judge your home if you invite her over. “There's literally zero judgment," the TV personality said during a recent interview.

Germany's Wacken metal festival halts admissions after persistent rain turns site to mud

BERLIN (AP) — The Wacken Open Air heavy metal festival in northern Germany is opening on Wednesday with a reduced audience after persistent rain turned the grounds to mud and forced organizers to order a halt to all new arrivals.
Bidens head to summer blockbuster 'Oppenheimer' during beach vacation

Bidens head to summer blockbuster 'Oppenheimer' during beach vacation

REHOBOTH BEACH, Delaware (AP) — President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden took a break from their Delaware beach vacation to see the summer blockbuster “Oppenheimer.
Singer Coco Lee mourned by fans and family at Hong Kong funeral

Singer Coco Lee mourned by fans and family at Hong Kong funeral

HONG KONG (AP) — Singer and songwriter Coco Lee was being mourned by family and friends at a private ceremony Tuesday, a day after fans paid their respects at a public memorial for the Hong Kong-born entertainer who had international success.
Politicians urge Taylor Swift to postpone LA concerts in solidarity with striking hotel workers

Politicians urge Taylor Swift to postpone LA concerts in solidarity with striking hotel workers

LOS ANGELES (AP) — California's lieutenant governor and other elected officials on Tuesday urged Taylor Swift to postpone her Los Angeles concerts as a way to stand in solidarity with striking hotel workers . Lt. Gov.