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California movie producer gets 5 years in prostitution case

NEW YORK (AP) — A California movie producer was sentenced in New York City to the maximum five years in prison Thursday after he admitted operating a high-end prostitution service for seven years, providing women to wealthy clients for up to $15,000
Bacharach leaves behind lush trove of romantic songs

Bacharach leaves behind lush trove of romantic songs

NEW YORK (AP) — Music played softly, almost imperceptibly, in the background of a hotel lounge where Burt Bacharach and Elvis Costello talked about their songwriting collaboration, “Painted From Memory.
Review: Rebecca Black debuts her new era in 'Let Her Burn'

Review: Rebecca Black debuts her new era in 'Let Her Burn'

“Let Her Burn,” Rebecca Black (Self-released) Before songs went viral on TikTok, Rebecca Black had a viral hit on Youtube in 2011. Black was only 13 years old when she broke the internet with “Friday.
'Game-changer:' Calgary becomes training hub for new miniaturized pacemaker

'Game-changer:' Calgary becomes training hub for new miniaturized pacemaker

CALGARY — Gord Kirk knew that he needed a pacemaker. The Calgarian said his heart would slow down to about 30 beats a minute, he could feel the time between each beat, and he would often grow faint if he was sitting down and stood up too quickly.
Psychologists give tips for parents after daycare bus crash in Quebec

Psychologists give tips for parents after daycare bus crash in Quebec

Psychologists say parents should be willing to talk honestly with their children about traumatic events, such as the case of a bus crashing into a daycare in Quebec, killing two kids and injuring six others.
Longtime artist Mendelson Joe dies at 78 after living with Parkinson's disease

Longtime artist Mendelson Joe dies at 78 after living with Parkinson's disease

EMSDALE, Ont. — Mendelson Joe, a singer-songwriter, longtime activist and artist whose works focused on political and social commentary, has died at the age of 78. Joe's wife, Karen Robinson, confirmed he died Feb. 7 at his home in Emsdale, Ont.
Review: Reminding us of a classic rom-com we 'Used to Know'

Review: Reminding us of a classic rom-com we 'Used to Know'

At least Julia Roberts was invited to the wedding.
Liquor before beer: Spirits beat brews in new market data

Liquor before beer: Spirits beat brews in new market data

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Producers of spirits have new bragging rights in the age-old whiskey vs. beer barroom debate. New figures show that spirits surpassed beer for U.S.
Burt Bacharach, legendary composer of pop songs, dies at 94

Burt Bacharach, legendary composer of pop songs, dies at 94

NEW YORK (AP) — Burt Bacharach, the singularly gifted and popular composer who delighted millions with the quirky arrangements and unforgettable melodies of "Walk on By," "Do You Know the Way to San Jose" and dozens of other hits, has died at 94.
Review: Magic Mike bids farewell with a 'Last Dance'

Review: Magic Mike bids farewell with a 'Last Dance'

The words Magic Mike may conjure up images of sweaty, sculpted, undulating men, dancing unthreateningly for hoards of screaming women, but there has always been a backdrop of brutal economic reality looming over the fantasy world.
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