Tag: Arts and entertainment
German philosopher Habermas rejects UAE’s Zayed Book Award
BERLIN — The prominent German philosopher Juergen Habermas said Sunday he will not accept a high-priced literary award from the United Arab Emirates, reversing...
Arizona town readies for tourists after ‘Nomadland’ movie
QUARTZSITE, Ariz. — “Nomadland” was partly filmed in the Western town of Quartzsite and won the Academy Award for Best Picture this year, but...
Celebrity politicians test voter interest in post-Trump era
<p>WASHINGTON — From Ronald Reagan and Arnold Schwarzenegger to Al Franken and Donald Trump, there’s a rich history of celebrities trying out new careers...
Prince Andrew gets unwanted visitors twice in two weeks.
LONDON — Police have arrested two people after receiving a report of trespassers near the home of Britain’s Prince Andrew, the second-oldest son of...
New stage in Rome’s Colosseum will restore majestic view
<p>ROME — A project to build a high-tech, lightweight stage inside the Roman Colosseum will allow visitors a central viewpoint from within the ancient...
Jenner says transgender girls in women’s sports is ‘unfair’
LOS ANGELES — Caitlyn Jenner, the former Olympic champion and reality TV personality now running for California governor, said she opposes transgender girls competing...
US Air Force flight in Mideast uses call sign ‘Pickle Rick’
<p>DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Someone in the U.S. Air Force apparently watches the cartoon “Rick and Morty.”</p>
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Busch celebrates birthday with win at Kansas Speedway
KANSAS CITY, Kan. — Kyle Busch celebrated his 36th birthday Sunday by winning a two-lap sprint to the finish at Kansas Speedway, becoming the...
Giuliani search warrant resolved Justice Department dispute
WASHINGTON — The question of whether to serve a search warrant for Rudy Giuliani's records simmered inside the Justice Department in the waning months...
Return to acting proved cathartic for grieving Lauren London
<p>NEW YORK — A gentle check-in from longtime friend Michael B. Jordan helped pave the way for Lauren London’s return to work after the...