Air Canada Incident Cancels Toronto Show
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Air Canada Incident Cancels Toronto Show

Renowned British cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason, known for his performance at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding, was forced to cancel a Toronto concert after Air Canada denied his cello a pre-booked seat. Kanneh-Mason and his sister, pianist Isata Kanneh-Mason, were on a North American tour and scheduled to perform at Koerner Hall on Wednesday. In a joint statement, the siblings apologized to fans, explaining they experienced flight delays, a cancellation, and ultimately, were denied boarding for their final flight to Toronto because of the cello, despite having a confirmed seat for the instrument. They spent nine hours at the airport before realizing they wouldn't make it. The musicians expressed their hope for standardized airline policies regarding the carriage of instruments in cabins. Kanneh-Mason’s cello, a 1700 Matteo Goffriller worth €3 million ($3.15 million), is on indefinite loan to him. The […]

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Canada Post Strike Nears End as Government Considers Back-to-Work Order

The Canada Post strike could end as early as next week, as Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon is considering a back-to-work order. MacKinnon believes negotiations have stalled and will ask the Canada Industrial Relations Board to decide if intervention is necessary. If approved, this would force postal workers to resume work under the current collective agreement until May 22, 2025. This comes after a four-week strike that has halted mail and package deliveries across the country. While a negotiated agreement is still possible, it would need to happen quickly. The union has strongly criticized the potential government intervention, calling it an “assault” on their bargaining rights. Canada Post, on the other hand, has stated they look forward to welcoming employees back to work. In addition to the potential back-to-work order, MacKinnon is ordering an inquiry into why negotiations broke down. This […]

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Missing Sun Peaks Skier Found Dead After Extensive Search

A 68-year-old skier who went missing at Sun Peaks Resort earlier this week has been found dead, RCMP confirmed Friday. Tomasz Jaholkowski was last seen Tuesday before heading onto a run at the Kamloops, B.C., resort. He was reported missing Wednesday after failing to return to his hotel and not contacting anyone. Search and rescue teams, ski patrol, and police used helicopters and drones in the search. RCMP reported that Jaholkowski’s body was found “near an area of the ski resort.”

2025 Critics' Choice Awards Nominations Revealed
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2025 Critics’ Choice Awards Nominations Revealed

The Critics Choice Association has unveiled the nominees for the 2025 Critics Choice Awards. Leading the pack with 11 nominations each are Conclave and Wicked, both vying for the coveted Best Picture award. Close behind are Dune: Part Two and Emilia Pérez with 10 nominations apiece. The Brutalist follows with nine nominations, while Anora and The Substance secure seven nominations each. Joining the Best Picture race are Nickel Boys and Sing Sing, each with five nominations, and A Complete Unknown with three nominations. Last week, the Critics Choice Association announced the TV nominees, with Shogun leading the pack with six nominations. The 30th annual Critics Choice Awards, hosted by Chelsea Handler, will take place on January 12th at Santa Monica's Barker Hangar. The ceremony will air live on E! from 7-10 p.m. ET/PT, marking a move from its previous home […]

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Selena Gomez Announces Engagement to Benny Blanco

Selena Gomez is engaged to music producer Benny Blanco! The 32-year-old singer, actress, and entrepreneur shared the exciting news on Instagram with photos of her engagement ring and the caption, “forever begins now….” Gomez and Blanco, 36, publicly confirmed their relationship in December 2023, though rumors of their romance had circulated since June. They’ve collaborated on music before, including Gomez’s 2023 single “Single Soon” and the 2019 track “I Can’t Get Enough.” In a November interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Gomez expressed feeling “the safest I’ve ever felt in one [relationship], and I see a future with this person.” This engagement caps off a successful year for Gomez. She shared the Best Actress award at the Cannes Film Festival for Emilia Perez with her co-stars, and received an Emmy nomination for her role in Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building. […]

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Former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello Granted N500 Million Bail in Money Laundering Case

Yahaya Bello, the former governor of Kogi State, has been granted bail in the sum of N500 million by the Federal High Court in Abuja. Bello was arraigned on Friday on a 16-count charge of money laundering brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The charges allege that Bello and others conspired in February 2016 to convert N80,246,470,088.88, funds allegedly obtained through a criminal breach of trust. This alleged offense violates Section 18(a) and is punishable under Section 15(3) of the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act, 2011, as amended. One specific count details how Bello allegedly procured E-Traders International Limited to transfer $570,330 to a US bank account in November 2021. The EFCC claims this sum was part of the proceeds of unlawful activity, specifically a criminal breach of trust. Bello pleaded not guilty to all 16 […]

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Amanda Seyfried to Star in Musical Film “Ann Lee”

Amanda Seyfried, who was previously considered for the role of Glinda in Jon M. Chu's "Wicked," will be lending her musical talents to a different project. She is set to star in "Ann Lee," a historical musical film directed by Mona Fastvold, co-writer of the upcoming film "The Brutalist." "Ann Lee" tells the story of Ann Lee, the religious leader who founded the Shaker Movement in the late 1770s. Lee was revered by her followers as the female embodiment of Jesus Christ, and her worshippers expressed their devotion through song and dance, making the musical genre a fitting choice for this biographical film. The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Christopher Abbott, Thomasin McKenzie, Lewis Pullman, Tim Blake Nelson, Stacy Martin, Matthew Beard, and more. Daniel Blumberg, the Golden Globe-nominated composer of "The Brutalist," has created original songs for […]

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97th Academy Awards to Stream Live on Hulu

For the first time in its history, the Academy Awards ceremony will be available for live streaming. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday that the 97th Oscars will be broadcast live on ABC and streamed live on Hulu on Sunday, March 2, 2025, starting at 7 p.m. EST/4 p.m. PST. This move marks a significant step towards making the prestigious awards show more accessible to a wider audience. Viewers who prefer streaming platforms will now have the option to watch the ceremony live on Hulu, in addition to the traditional television broadcast on ABC. The entire telecast will also be available for next-day viewing on Hulu. Comedian Conan O'Brien will be taking the helm as host for the 97th Oscars, marking his debut in this role. Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang […]

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Telugu Film Star Allu Arjun Arrested and Released on Bail in Connection with Fatal Stampede

Telugu film actor Allu Arjun was arrested and subsequently released on interim bail Friday in connection with a fatal stampede that occurred at the premiere of his film "Pushpa 2" in Hyderabad on December 4th. The incident tragically resulted in the death of a 39-year-old woman and left her son critically injured. Arjun was taken into custody by Hyderabad police and brought before a trial court, which remanded him to 14-day judicial custody. However, hours later, the Telangana High Court granted him interim bail. The stampede occurred at the Sandhya Theatre during the film's premiere, where a large crowd had gathered to catch a glimpse of the popular actor. Police allege that the theatre management failed to implement adequate crowd control measures and did not provide a separate entry and exit for the film's team, leading to a chaotic situation. […]

Nine-Year Sentence for Riot Leader Who Fueled Fire at Asylum Seeker Hotel
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Nine-Year Sentence for Riot Leader Who Fueled Fire at Asylum Seeker Hotel

According to GB News, Levi Fishlock, a 31-year-old man from Barnsley, has been sentenced to nine years in prison for his leading role in the violent riot that targeted a hotel housing asylum seekers in Rotherham, England. This sentence marks the joint-highest punishment handed down so far in connection with the widespread disorder that erupted across the country this past summer. Fishlock pleaded guilty to charges of violent disorder and arson with intent to endanger life at Sheffield Crown Court. The court heard how Fishlock played a central role in the chaos that unfolded outside the Holiday Inn Express in Manvers, Rotherham, in August. Judge Richardson, who presided over the case, described Fishlock as a "prominent figure" in the riot, stating that he "played a part in almost every aspect of the racist mob violence on that terrible day." Fishlock […]

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