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Dancer and choreographer, Esie Mensah, directed a new short film that features dancers from across Canada, and explores what it means to be a Black artist in an unprecedented time.

O.J. Simpson will keep fighting recent court orders in Nevada that he owes at least US$60 million in judgments stemming from the 1994 killings of his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend, Ron Goldman, his lawyer said Friday.

More than 100 prominent Canadians — and a few international celebrities — have signed an open letter to British Columbia Premier John Horgan demanding he preserve the province's remaining old-growth forests.

A David Bowie painting purchased at a northern Ontario landfill's donation centre for $5 has set a global record for the late British musician’s work at over $50,000. The rare find is turning out to be a gold mine for the owner, but is also unnerving for some Machar Township locals.

Every year, Hollywood inevitably comes under criticism for its lack of racial diversity. But another lesser-known yet still pervasive problem also resurfaces: the lack of diversity in skin tone.

Rapper IDK is launching a music business program at Harvard University for students of colour.

A federal judge on Thursday dismissed all claims by one of two men suing the actor Kevin Spacey over alleged sexual misconduct in the 1980s, after the plaintiff refused to identify himself publicly.

The actor Frank Bonner, best known for his role as an overconfident sales manager in the TV sitcom 'WKRP in Cincinnati,' died Wednesday in California, his daughter Desiree Boers-Kort told CNN. He was 79 years old.

Recipients of the AstraZeneca vaccine may find themselves shut out of some entertainment events in New York, as one B.C. man found out when he tried to get tickets for Bruce Springsteen's Broadway show.

Daredevil Alex Harvill died Thursday while practising for a world record motorcycle ramp jump, officials in Washington state said. He was 28 years old.

The Downtown Moose Jaw Association is hoping to revive the city's local tourism by creating a new art project geared toward families.

TV pop culture critic Richard Crouse reviews three new movies this week: 'Luca,' 'The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard,' and 'Censor.'

Regina party band, The New Montagues, gets ready to perform for the first time since COVID-19.

A large public mural in Selkirk, Man., dedicated to the legacy of residential schools has been completed, and its artists have added a new section to commemorate the students whose remains were found in Kamloops, B.C., earlier this month.

The success of weekly episodic shows such as Mare of Easttown and Wandavision are leading to shifting viewing habits as streamers shift from bingeing to weekly releases.

Frank Bonner, who played a brash salesman with an affection for polyester plaid suits on the TV comedy WKRP in Cincinnati has died. He was 79.

Kim Kardashian said her ex-husband Kanye West is like family, despite their divorce, adding in a television show to air on Thursday that she will always be his biggest fan.

Jimbo, a contestant from the first season of Canada's Drag Race, says a Windsor, Ont., shop's refusal to feature an image of the drag queen on a cake could serve as an opportunity to educate people about the LGBTQ+ community and what it has to offer.

Jailed R&B singer R. Kelly will likely get to keep a new lawyer in his federal sex-trafficking case despite questions about the attorney's texts and other communications with one of Kelly's ex-girlfriends.

The award-winning Indigiqueer novel will be adapted into a four-part digital miniseries by Stories First Production.

The ingredients in Beam Paints are locally sourced from Manitoulin Island and have attracted attention from paint lovers and artists around the globe.

The ingredients in Beam Paints are locally sourced from Manitoulin Island and have attracted attention from paint lovers and artists around the globe.

Janet Malcolm, the inquisitive and boldly subjective author and reporter known for her challenging critiques of everything from murder cases and art to journalism itself, has died. She was 86.

Janet Malcolm, the inquisitive and boldly subjective author and reporter known for her challenging critiques of everything from murder cases and art to journalism itself, has died. She was 86.

Prince Edward Island’s Rock the Boat Music Festival is returning for its seventh year with headliners from across the country, which were announced Thursday afternoon.

Acclaimed Nigerian author and feminist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has published a reflective essay on young people on social media 'who are choking on sanctimony and lacking in compassion.'

Janet Malcolm, provocative author-journalist, dies at 86 | National Entertainment | kelownadailycourier.ca  The Daily Courier

Zack Snyder Thanks Fans As Justice League Crushes In Home Entertainment Ahead Of US Release  CinemaBlend

Nashville North, the live music tent at the Calgary Stampede, will be up and running through this year's pandemic edition of the yearly event. 

Diddy partners with Endeavor to launch “The Excellence Program” for aspiring entertainment executives  REVOLT TV

Kim's Convenience star Simu Liu says there's a lesson to be learned from the way the hit Korean Canadian family comedy ended and his experiences on set.

Inquiry slams security faults before Manchester Arena attack  The Chronicle Journal

A glance at N.J. entertainment this weekend (June 18-20)  NJ.com

Rwandan prosecutors on Thursday requested a life sentence for the man who inspired the film Hotel Rwanda, as he faces terrorism charges while his family asserts that he faces mistreatment and an unfair trial.

Sudbury city council has lengthy, divided meeting on the Kingsway Entertainment District development  CTV Toronto

Applications open for Communithon entertainment  Weyburn Review

Germany's 468 SPAC to acquire children's entertainment firm Boxine  Financial Post

So No One Told Us the Cast of Friends Was Gonna Be This Way For Carpool Karaoke  POPSUGAR

Amanda Kloots hopes people don't forget COVID-19 devastation  The Chronicle Journal

Nikki Sixx writes new book about life before Motley Crue - Entertainment News  Castanet.net

Nick Cannon and girlfriend welcome twin sons - Entertainment News  Castanet.net

Diana Ross launches grateful new single, announces comeback album - Entertainment News  Castanet.net

Miley Cyrus wins trademark battle with European Union - Entertainment News  Castanet.net

Dean’s Entertainment Report: Bob Dylan’s streaming concert, Foo Fighters anniversary concert?, and more!  WGN Radio - Chicago

Seven Arts Entertainment Retains Music Industry Professional | 2021-06-17 | Press Releases  Stockhouse

Firefly Games teams up with Riva Technology and Entertainment to release a brand new L.O.L Surprise!™ mobile game in a licensing agreement with MGA Entertainment  Financial Post

Ex-Wanna One’s Lai Kuan Lin wins contract lawsuit vs. Cube Entertainment  Manila Bulletin

Live Nation Entertainment - Consensus Indicates Potential 6.0% Upside  DirectorsTalk Interviews

Maryland entertainment venues get $10 million in relief  WUSA9.com

Disneyland band returns with more live entertainment coming soon  Inland Valley Daily Bulletin