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'Tony' Yasumura reveals all about his not-naked shtick and its origins in Japanese comedy

'Tony' Yasumura reveals all about his not-naked shtick and its origins in Japanese comedy

TOKYO (AP) — The shtick that’s gone viral features a soccer player, a Spice Girl, James Bond, you name it, appearing to be naked, except they’re not really naked at all.
Provinces must seek anti-smoking measures in Big Tobacco settlement: health groups

Provinces must seek anti-smoking measures in Big Tobacco settlement: health groups

Three national health organizations want Canada's premiers to push for initiatives to reduce smoking during settlement negotiations with major tobacco companies, years after provinces sued to recoup health-care costs.
Pay per wave: Native Hawaiians divided over artificial surf lagoon in the birthplace of surfing

Pay per wave: Native Hawaiians divided over artificial surf lagoon in the birthplace of surfing

EWA BEACH, Hawaii (AP) — Brian Keaulana is the quintessential Native Hawaiian waterman, well-known in Hawaii and beyond for his deep understanding of the ocean, gifted with surfing and lifeguarding skills passed down from his big-wave rider father.
'Succession' finale: Fans react to end of Emmy-winning hit drama

'Succession' finale: Fans react to end of Emmy-winning hit drama

WASHINGTON (AP) — With the end of the critically acclaimed drama's fourth and final season , dedicated fans of “Succession” now know the answer to the series' central question: Which of the Murdoch-esque Roy family siblings will prevail? Oh, and — fo
'The Little Mermaid' makes box office splash with $95.5 million opening

'The Little Mermaid' makes box office splash with $95.5 million opening

LOS ANGELES (AP) — “ The Little Mermaid ” made moviegoers want to be under the sea on Memorial Day weekend. Disney's live-action remake of its 1989 animated classic easily outswam the competition, bringing in $95.
Mpox is down, but US cities could be at risk for summertime outbreaks

Mpox is down, but US cities could be at risk for summertime outbreaks

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The mpox health emergency has ended, but U.S. health officials are aiming to prevent a repeat of last year’s outbreaks. Mpox infections exploded early in the summer of 2022 in the wake of Pride gatherings. More than 30,000 U.S.
Jewish groups and city officials protest against Roger Waters concert in Frankfurt

Jewish groups and city officials protest against Roger Waters concert in Frankfurt

BERLIN (AP) — Several Jewish groups, politicians and an alliance of civil society groups gathered for a memorial ceremony and a protest rally against a concert by Roger Waters in Frankfurt on Sunday evening.
More businesses require teens to be chaperoned by adults, curbing their independence

More businesses require teens to be chaperoned by adults, curbing their independence

PARAMUS, N.J. (AP) — Jennifer Sepulveda used to drop off her 14-year-old son, Jorden, at the local mall on a Friday or Saturday night, where he would catch a movie with his friends and then hang out afterwards at the food court or elsewhere.
A veggie burger even Memorial Day meat eaters will love

A veggie burger even Memorial Day meat eaters will love

While meat lovers look forward to a Memorial Day barbecue, many people might be looking for a vegetarian option. With their high protein content, black beans lend meaty substance to veggie burgers. Too often, though, the patties turn to mush.
Montreal filmmaker documents race to save vanishing North American Chinatowns

Montreal filmmaker documents race to save vanishing North American Chinatowns

MONTREAL — Chinatowns across North America don't just share a similar look — they also face similar existential threats and David-versus-Goliath-like battles for survival.