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The best and biggest concerts of 2024: Olivia Rodrigo, Missy Elliott, George Strait and more
Read full article: The best and biggest concerts of 2024: Olivia Rodrigo, Missy Elliott, George Strait and moreAs The Associated Press’ music writer, Maria Sherman has seen more than 80 concerts in 2024.
'Raygun: The Musical' won't use the name of the notorious Australian breaker
Read full article: 'Raygun: The Musical' won't use the name of the notorious Australian breakerAustralian breaker Rachael “Raygun” Gunn has tried to be a good sport about the jokes and criticism that poured in from around the globe after her controversial performance at the Paris Olympics.
Venardos Circus celebrates 10th anniversary with animal-free magic in St. Augustine
Read full article: Venardos Circus celebrates 10th anniversary with animal-free magic in St. AugustineThe Venardos Circus, a Broadway-style animal-free circus, is returning to St. Augustine to celebrate its 10th anniversary.
British YouTuber and rapper Yung Filly admits to reckless driving in Australia while awaiting trial
Read full article: British YouTuber and rapper Yung Filly admits to reckless driving in Australia while awaiting trialA British YouTuber and rapper known as Yung Filly has admitted in an Australian court to reckless driving while he was awaiting trial on charges of raping a woman three months ago.
New documentary focuses on Christa McAuliffe’s impact as a teacher in New Hampshire
Read full article: New documentary focuses on Christa McAuliffe’s impact as a teacher in New HampshireA new documentary about teacher Christa McAuliffe focuses more on how she still inspires others and less on her fate aboard the space shuttle Challenger.
Macao's casino boom brings wealth but at a cost, 25 years since China's takeover
Read full article: Macao's casino boom brings wealth but at a cost, 25 years since China's takeoverMacao has grown from a monopoly-driven gambling enclave into the world's biggest gaming hub, packed with Chinese tourists, since Beijing took control of the former Portuguese colony 25 years ago.
Timothée Chalamet and Saoirse Ronan chat fame and friendship
Read full article: Timothée Chalamet and Saoirse Ronan chat fame and friendshipTimothée Chalamet and Saoirse Ronan may be juggling multiple releases and busy schedules, but the bright young stars managed to reunite in London for a conversation at the British Film Institute.
Jay-Z's lawyers challenge rapper's inclusion in rape lawsuit after accuser's TV interview
Read full article: Jay-Z's lawyers challenge rapper's inclusion in rape lawsuit after accuser's TV interviewJay-Z’s lawyers are asking a judge to speedily extract the rapper from a lawsuit in which a woman alleges she was sexually assaulted by Jay-Z and Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs when she was 13.
CNN says its report on a freed Syrian prisoner is not what it initially believed
Read full article: CNN says its report on a freed Syrian prisoner is not what it initially believedA report by CNN's Clarissa Ward about a freed Syrian prisoner provided some dramatic scenes, but the network has since found that it apparently wasn't all that it appeared.
Jacob Elordi thinks Paul Schrader's cinema language in 'Oh, Canada' doesn't take long to learn
Read full article: Jacob Elordi thinks Paul Schrader's cinema language in 'Oh, Canada' doesn't take long to learnJacob Elordi is suddenly everywhere in Hollywood, so much so that he thinks he must be dreaming.
Florida Theatre ranks #1 most attended venue in the region in 2024, according to Pollstar
Read full article: Florida Theatre ranks #1 most attended venue in the region in 2024, according to PollstarThe Florida Theatre was named the #1 Most Attended Venue in Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia, according to 2024 statistics released by Pollstar, a leading concert industry publication.
Jacob Collier enlisted 100,000 concertgoers on his way to more Grammy nods
Read full article: Jacob Collier enlisted 100,000 concertgoers on his way to more Grammy nodsSix-time Grammy winner Jacob Collier took an unexpected approach to the final installment of his four-part “Djesse” album series.
Kiran Desai to publish first novel since 'The Inheritance of Loss' came out nearly 20 years ago
Read full article: Kiran Desai to publish first novel since 'The Inheritance of Loss' came out nearly 20 years agoA new novel from Kiran Desai, her first fiction since the Booker Prize-winning “The Inheritance of Loss” came out nearly 20 years ago, will be published next fall.
Andrew Tate can have over $3 million seized from him in tax dispute, British court says
Read full article: Andrew Tate can have over $3 million seized from him in tax dispute, British court saysA British court says police can seize more than 2.6 million pounds ($3.3 million) in unpaid taxes from influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan.
Megan Thee Stallion seeks restraining order, says imprisoned Tory Lanez continues to harass her
Read full article: Megan Thee Stallion seeks restraining order, says imprisoned Tory Lanez continues to harass herHip-hop star Megan Thee Stallion has asked a court to issue a restraining order against rapper Tory Lanez.
'Vanderpump Rules' star James Kennedy says he's committed to change after domestic violence arrest
Read full article: 'Vanderpump Rules' star James Kennedy says he's committed to change after domestic violence arrest“Vanderpump Rules” star James Kennedy says he is determined to make meaningful changes after an arrest on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violence.
'Emilia Pérez' and 'Wicked' advance in Oscars shortlists
Read full article: 'Emilia Pérez' and 'Wicked' advance in Oscars shortlistsThe Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has unveiled shortlists in 10 categories, including for documentary, international feature and best song and score.
Event promoters, hotels and lodging sites soon will have to disclose extra fees up front
Read full article: Event promoters, hotels and lodging sites soon will have to disclose extra fees up frontThe Federal Trade Commission says it will soon require hotels, vacation rental platforms and live event promoters to disclose any fees up front when they list prices.
AP's top music documentaries of 2024: Taylor Swift, ABBA, the Boss and more — and where to watch
Read full article: AP's top music documentaries of 2024: Taylor Swift, ABBA, the Boss and more — and where to watchHere are some of The Associated Press’ favorite music documentaries of the year — in no particular order — along with where to find them.
'Dirty Dancing,' 'Beverly Hills Cop,' 'Up in Smoke' among movies entering the National Film Registry
Read full article: 'Dirty Dancing,' 'Beverly Hills Cop,' 'Up in Smoke' among movies entering the National Film RegistryNobody puts baby in a corner, but they’re putting her in the National Film Registry.
Barry Jenkins on why he made 'Mufasa' and how it changed him as a filmmaker
Read full article: Barry Jenkins on why he made 'Mufasa' and how it changed him as a filmmakerOver the four years he’s spent working on “Mufasa: The Lion King,” Barry Jenkins estimates that he’s been asked why he wanted to make it at least 400 times.
Legendary Atlanta rapper Jeezy making stop in Jacksonville for iconic Playlist Concert Series
Read full article: Legendary Atlanta rapper Jeezy making stop in Jacksonville for iconic Playlist Concert SeriesLegendary Atlanta rapper “Jeezy” is bringing his Playlist Concert Series to the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts on Friday.