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‘CODA’ has loud message even when there’s silence

NEW YORK — The breakout hit of this year’s Sundance Film Festival is set to expand the conversation about diversity in Hollywood.

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A look at some facts about the different COVID-19 variants circulating

Scientists say it’s normal for viruses to acquire small changes or mutations in their genetic alphabet as they reproduce.

Feb 4, 2021 1:43 PM Read more >

Balladeer Dan Hill to be inducted into Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame

TORONTO — Sentimental balladeer Dan Hill is headed into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame.

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'Schitt's Creek' follows Golden Globe noms with five SAG nominations

NEW YORK — Canadian sitcom "Schitt’s Creek" continues to storm the awards circuit. The Ontario-shot riches-to-rags tale was nominated for outstanding performance by an ensemble in a comedy series by the 27th Screen Actors Guild Awards on Thursday.

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In thrice-demolished village, a Mideast battle of wills

It looks like the aftermath of a tornado.

Feb 4, 2021 11:46 AM Read more >

'Malcolm & Marie' director reveals origins of buzzy film

NEW YORK — The global pandemic was not about to stop filmmaker Sam Levinson without a fight — literally.

Feb 4, 2021 11:45 AM Read more >

How quickly do new variants spread? Experts weigh in on risk of brief interactions

Concerns over more contagious forms of the COVID-19 virus are causing some to wonder if even a very brief interaction can cause the illness to spread from one person to another.

Feb 4, 2021 11:15 AM Read more >

Bestsellers-Books-USAToday

1. “Just As I Am: A Memoir” by Cicely Tyson (HarperCollins) 2. “The Russian” by James Patterson and James O. Born (Little, Brown) 3. “Bridgerton: The Duke and I” by Julia Quinn (Avon) 4.

Feb 4, 2021 11:04 AM Read more >

The Weeknd vows to tone it down for his Super Bowl show

The Weeknd may be known for his graphic music videos and performances featuring blood and violence, but the three-time Grammy winner says he will tone down his act during the Super Bowl halftime show.

Feb 4, 2021 10:33 AM Read more >

'Dateline NBC' trying its first multi-part crime drama

NEW YORK — After the format worked for HBO and Netflix, “Dateline NBC” is trying its own version of a multi-part true crime drama this month.

Feb 4, 2021 9:20 AM Read more >