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Eddie Murphy to receive life achievement award from the American Film Institute
November 21, 2025 - 5:01 AM

Eddie Murphy is being celebrated with a life achievement award from the American Film Institute, AFI’s board of trustees said Friday. The award will be handed out at a gala tribute in Los Angeles, at the Dolby Theatre, on April 18.
Pontifical secret revealed: Pope Leo XIV changes his Wordle start word each day
November 21, 2025 - 4:49 AM

ROME (AP) — Pope Leo XIV opened a virtual meeting with American Catholic young people Friday by revealing a closely held pontifical secret: He uses a different Wordle start word each day.
Jordan Peele’s ‘High Horse: The Black Cowboy’ doc sheds light on an erased part of history
November 21, 2025 - 4:10 AM

NEW YORK (AP) — Texas-bred hip-hop duo UGK glared confidently into the camera atop stallions in the music video for their fan-favorite song “Wood Wheel.” The visuals reflected the expertise of the legendary Houston-area music act: blending tales of big city hustling with charming Texas cowboy culture.
Andy Kim lands Sloan, Bif Naked, Kevin Drew and pop singer Reve for Christmas show
November 21, 2025 - 3:19 AM

TORONTO — Andy Kim has lined up many flavours of Canadian pop-rock for his annual Christmas charity concert next month.
2 robbers overpower a guard and steal dozens of ancient gold coins from a Swiss museum
November 21, 2025 - 2:52 AM

GENEVA (AP) — Swiss authorities searched Friday for two robbers who overpowered a security guard at a Roman-era museum in Lausanne, smashed a display case and made off with dozens of gold coins that had been displayed inside.
Mexican president celebrates Fátima Bosch's Miss Universe 2025 win
November 21, 2025 - 2:51 AM

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum celebrated Friday the victory of Fátima Bosch Fernández of Mexico as Miss Universe 2025, applauding her as an example for women.
New play looking at friendship between AIDS activist Larry Kramer and Anthony Fauci in the works
November 21, 2025 - 2:02 AM

NEW YORK (AP) — A new play exploring the complex relationship between playwright and AIDS activist Larry Kramer and Dr. Anthony Fauci, the longtime top U.S. infectious disease expert, will make its premiere early next year in New York under the direction of Tony Award-winner Daniel Fish.
Gary Mounfield, former Stone Roses bassist, has died at 63
November 21, 2025 - 12:23 AM

LONDON (AP) — Gary Mounfield, the former bass player of the Stone Roses and Primal Scream, two of the most influential British rock bands of the past four decades, has died. He was 63.
Nobel laureate Han Kang's first nonfiction book in English to be released next spring
November 21, 2025 - 12:01 AM

NEW YORK (AP) — Nobel laureate Han Kang's first book of nonfiction to come out in English will be released next spring.
Eurovision plans changes to voting, security after allegations of Israeli government 'interference'
November 20, 2025 - 10:59 PM

GENEVA (AP) — Organizers of the Eurovision Song Contest announced plans to change the voting system of the popular musical extravaganza to ensure fairness, a move that follows allegations of “interference” by Israel's government.
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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

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Eddie Murphy to receive life achievement award from the American Film Institute

Pontifical secret revealed: Pope Leo XIV changes his Wordle start word each day

Jordan Peele’s ‘High Horse: The Black Cowboy’ doc sheds light on an erased part of history

Andy Kim lands Sloan, Bif Naked, Kevin Drew and pop singer Reve for Christmas show

2 robbers overpower a guard and steal dozens of ancient gold coins from a Swiss museum

Mexican president celebrates Fátima Bosch's Miss Universe 2025 win

New play looking at friendship between AIDS activist Larry Kramer and Anthony Fauci in the works

Gary Mounfield, former Stone Roses bassist, has died at 63

Nobel laureate Han Kang's first nonfiction book in English to be released next spring

Eurovision plans changes to voting, security after allegations of Israeli government 'interference'

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