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‘Sinners,’ ‘Wicked: For Good,' ‘KPop Demon Hunters' advance in Oscars shortlists
December 16, 2025 - 3:17 PM

Ryan Coogler’s bluesy vampire thriller “Sinners,” the big screen musical “Wicked: For Good” and the Netflix phenomenon “KPop Demon Hunters” are all a step closer to an Oscar nomination.
FCC leader Brendan Carr to face Senate questioning for first time since Kimmel controversy
December 16, 2025 - 3:17 PM

WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr will face Senate questioning Wednesday for the first time since he pressured broadcasters to take ABC late-night host Jimmy Kimmel off the air, a stance that drew bipartisan criticism and raised concerns about government interference in the media.
Christine Baranski narrates 'A Christmas Carol' before returning for new 'The Gilded Age' season
December 16, 2025 - 3:15 PM

NEW YORK (AP) — Christine Baranski was in the playground outside St. Matthew’s Church in Bedford, New York, about three years ago when she came across Matthew Guard, artistic director of the Grammy-nominated Skylark Vocal Ensemble.
Rob Reiner’s son Nick set to appear in court on 2 counts of murder in killing of his parents
December 16, 2025 - 3:10 PM

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rob Reiner’s son Nick Reiner is expected to make his first court appearance Wednesday on two counts of first-degree murder in the killing of his parents.
Jared Kushner pulls out of Paramount’s hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
December 16, 2025 - 1:03 PM

A private equity firm owned by President Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, is no longer backing Paramount’s hostile acquisition bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, the firm confirmed Tuesday.
Billy Crystal, Albert Brooks and other close friends of Rob and Michele Reiner pay tribute
December 16, 2025 - 12:10 PM

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Some of Rob and Michele Reiner's closest friends, including actors Billy Crystal, Albert Brooks, Martin Short and Larry David, have released a statement mourning the couple and praising their love of film and country.
Prosecutors charge Rob Reiner’s son Nick with 2 counts of murder in killing of his parents
December 16, 2025 - 11:20 AM

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rob Reiner’s son Nick Reiner was charged Tuesday with two counts of first-degree murder in the killing of his parents, which stunned their communities in Hollywood and Democratic politics, where both were widely beloved.
Rapper Kay Flock sentenced to 30 years in prison for conviction in shootings
December 16, 2025 - 9:09 AM

NEW YORK (AP) — Rapper Kay Flock was sentenced Tuesday to 30 years in prison for a series of shootings in his Bronx neighborhood, derailing a music career that was just taking off before his 2021 arrest.
Doctor who helped sell ketamine to actor Matthew Perry before his overdose death avoids prison time
December 16, 2025 - 9:08 AM

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A doctor who pleaded guilty in a scheme to supply ketamine to actor Matthew Perry before his overdose death was sentenced Tuesday to 8 months of home confinement.
Canadian shorts and 'Frankenstein' creatives make the 2026 Oscars short lists
December 16, 2025 - 8:19 AM

A short film about a young Toronto jazz musician grappling with anxiety is among the Canadian projects one step closer to an Oscar nomination.
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THOMPSON: Department of War name change comes with hefty bill for American taxpayers
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Why some bars and most breweries close early in downtown Kelowna
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Why Okanagan cannabis shops aren't dominating the black market
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The story behind the Shuswap's familiar and historic Trickle Inn
A large, charming white house with green trim has been a familiar site for people travelling through the Shuswap for decades. Perched on side of the Trans-Canada Highway in Tappen, the house was a family home for the Carlin family for sever

Entertainment News

‘Sinners,’ ‘Wicked: For Good,' ‘KPop Demon Hunters' advance in Oscars shortlists

FCC leader Brendan Carr to face Senate questioning for first time since Kimmel controversy

Christine Baranski narrates 'A Christmas Carol' before returning for new 'The Gilded Age' season

Rob Reiner’s son Nick set to appear in court on 2 counts of murder in killing of his parents

Jared Kushner pulls out of Paramount’s hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery

Billy Crystal, Albert Brooks and other close friends of Rob and Michele Reiner pay tribute

Prosecutors charge Rob Reiner’s son Nick with 2 counts of murder in killing of his parents

Rapper Kay Flock sentenced to 30 years in prison for conviction in shootings

Doctor who helped sell ketamine to actor Matthew Perry before his overdose death avoids prison time

Canadian shorts and 'Frankenstein' creatives make the 2026 Oscars short lists

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