What is driving a surge in COVID cases in India, other countries? | Coronavirus pandemic News
India has reported a sudden rise in COVID cases, starting from late May. Authorities said the number of active cases of the disease has surpassed…
‘Lilo & Stitch,’ ‘Minecraft’ and the revenge of the PG family movie
The PG rating has made a major comeback in Hollywood.It’s strange to remember now, but during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic — when studios…
Hollywood isn’t ready for AI. These people are diving in anyway
When filmmakers say they’re experimenting with artificial intelligence, that news is typically received online as if they had just declared their allegiance to Skynet.And so…
Asylum seekers with cases closed under Trump can enter U.S. to pursue claims
WASHINGTON — Asylum seekers under the Trump-era “Remain in Mexico” policy whose cases were closed — many for reasons beyond their control, including kidnappings and court rulings…
BBC host can’t forget moment Baroness Bra Michelle Mone confessed to being a liar
BBC host Laura Kuenssberg has revealed the interview that “sticks” with her the most is when Michelle Mone confessed to being a liar.Scots bra tycoon…
What Elmo, Netflix and HBO Max tell us about the state of streaming
If you want to understand what’s going on in the streaming business, go find Elmo and Cookie Monster.Netflix’s recent deal to stream the upcoming season…
Did Joe Biden reveal he had cancer in a 2022 speech slip-up? Ex-President faces fresh scrutiny over his health in office
JOE Biden is facing fresh scrutiny over his health while in office amid his "aggressive" prostate cancer diagnosis.The former president, 82, claimed to have had…
California’s best motels to check out this summer
California invented the motel. More specifically: As automobile ownership skyrocketed in the 1920s and entrepreneurs rushed to open tourist camps and motor courts to house…
Trump administration and Democrats near deal for more coronavirus aid to small businesses
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration and congressional Democrats expressed optimism Sunday that more than $450 billion in loans and aid to Americans most affected by the coronavirus…
Trump’s movie tariff plan roils Hollywood; IFC unveils a new look at 25 years old
Since Sunday night, Hollywood has been trying to make heads or tails of President Trump’s bombshell proposal to levy 100% tariffs on films made outside…
Check out our list of L.A.’s Best 32 Weekend Brunch Spots
Good morning, and welcome to the Essential California newsletter. It’s Sunday, May 4. I’m your host, Andrew J. Campa. Here’s what you need to know:…
Biden to expand Port of L.A. hours amid supply chain woes
WASHINGTON — The Port of Los Angeles will begin operating around the clock as the White House pushes to clear supply chain bottlenecks threatening the holiday shopping…
How ‘Minecraft’ and ‘Sinners’ went viral in completely different ways
Aside from their commercial prowess, “A Minecraft Movie” and “Sinners” don’t seem to have much in common. One is a PG-rated, special effects-heavy comedy based…
Deliveroo sees huge shares jump after £2.8billion takeover offer from US firm
A TAKEOVER offer of £2.8billion has lifted Deliveroo shares to their best day on the stock market.The takeaway delivery service — once called the “worst…
Better to leave with something: More immigrants opt to self-deport
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Clothing giant Topshop gives ‘biggest hint yet’ on date of UK high street return as shoppers sent into meltdown
TOPSHOP has given its clearest hint yet of a massive high street comeback and fans are going wild.The legendary fashion brand, once a giant of…
As Hollywood faces tariff trouble, don’t downplay the China problem
If you’ve been reading this newsletter, you know that Hollywood is already in a tough spot. President Trump’s tariffs, the resulting stock market volatility and…
Canadians are boycotting Palm Springs due to Trump provocations
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Why Hollywood is not alarmed enough about Gen Z
Last week, people from all over the film industry descended on Las Vegas to debate the future of the theatrical experience at CinemaCon, the annual…
Woman trying for baby ends up with triplets after her family was hit by Covid
A WOMAN trying for a baby ended up pregnant with triplets — after her family was hit by Covid.Sarah Floyd, 37, and partner David, 41,…