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Jon Stewart changed late-night comedy once. Can he have a second act in different times?

Jon Stewart changed late-night comedy once. Can he have a second act in different times?

NEW YORK (AP) — As host of “The Daily Show” from 1999 to 2015, Jon Stewart changed comedy — and arguably journalism, too — with sharp, satirical takes on politics and current events. He became an essential part of the nation's conversation.
Dressing the high-society 'swans' in 'Feud' was an adventure in both authenticity and artistry

Dressing the high-society 'swans' in 'Feud' was an adventure in both authenticity and artistry

NEW YORK (AP) — Executive producer Ryan Murphy is known for creating vivid TV worlds where high drama feels completely normal.
With 'Eternity in a Moment,' Japanese artist Mika Ninagawa portrays everyday wonders

With 'Eternity in a Moment,' Japanese artist Mika Ninagawa portrays everyday wonders

TOKYO (AP) — Flowers blossoming like pink chiffon, luscious berries and fluttering goldfish make for the delicate but defiant beauty that’s signature Mika Ninagawa.
Americans left the British crown behind centuries ago. Why are they still so fascinated by royalty?

Americans left the British crown behind centuries ago. Why are they still so fascinated by royalty?

The pomp, the glamour, the conflicts, the characters: When it comes to Britain's royal family, Americans can't seem to get enough. Through weddings, divorces, births, deaths, they've been invested in it all.
Defense requests a mistrial in Jam Master Jay murder case; judge says no but rips prosecutors

Defense requests a mistrial in Jam Master Jay murder case; judge says no but rips prosecutors

NEW YORK (AP) — Defense lawyers sought a mistrial Thursday in the case against two men charged with the murder of Jam Master Jay, saying prosecutors improperly guided a witness to testify that one defendant confessed to her decades ago that he killed
Higher-dose naloxone spray didn't save more lives, researchers find

Higher-dose naloxone spray didn't save more lives, researchers find

NEW YORK (AP) — A new, higher-dose nasal spray for reversing opioid overdoses did not save more lives than the previous standard dose, but it did cause more vomiting and other side effects, researchers wrote in a study published Thursday.
Organizers say Canadian Screen Awards will again be a pre-taped ceremony

Organizers say Canadian Screen Awards will again be a pre-taped ceremony

TORONTO — This year's Canadian Screen Awards will again be a pre-taped affair, despite facing backlash for the format last year, organizers of Canada's biggest film and television awards bash said Thursday.
CTV's flagship investigative series 'W5' among programs hit by Bell Media cuts

CTV's flagship investigative series 'W5' among programs hit by Bell Media cuts

CTV's long-running flagship investigative series "W5" will cease to exist in its current form after parent company BCE Inc. announced widespread layoffs.
Puberty blockers can't be started at 18 when youth have already developed: experts

Puberty blockers can't be started at 18 when youth have already developed: experts

VANCOUVER — Puberty blockers have been in the spotlight since Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced plans last week to ban the medications for children 15 and younger, unless they have already started the treatment.
Culture minister denounces U.S. candidate's torching of Quebec author's book

Culture minister denounces U.S. candidate's torching of Quebec author's book

Quebec Culture Minister Mathieu Lacombe is denouncing the burning of a local author's book by a prospective U.S. Republican lawmaker.
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