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Hong Kong to censor films 'endangering national security'

Hong Kong to censor films 'endangering national security'

HONG KONG (AP) — Hong Kong censors now have the power to ban films that endanger national security, prompting concerns that freedom of expression is being further curtailed in a city once known for its vibrant arts and film scene.
Q&A: Leslie Grace lives full-circle moment 'In the Heights'

Q&A: Leslie Grace lives full-circle moment 'In the Heights'

NEW YORK (AP) — Like her Nina character in “In The Heights,” Leslie Grace says she's struggled to fit in as an Afro-Latino woman and artist. “All the time,” the 26-year-old singer said in an interview with The Associated Press.
Vin Diesel says 'Fast and Furious' saga planning an ending

Vin Diesel says 'Fast and Furious' saga planning an ending

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Vin Diesel made a mark as the street racer patriarch in the “Fast and Furious” franchise, but the storyline starring his longstanding character will soon come to an end.
UN rights chief warns of escalating violence in Myanmar

UN rights chief warns of escalating violence in Myanmar

GENEVA (AP) — The U.N. human rights chief is warning of a military buildup in parts of Myanmar and rising violence, with the army using heavy weapons against armed groups as well as civilian targets, including Christian churches.
For Cornwall, G7 summit brings mix of disruption and hope

For Cornwall, G7 summit brings mix of disruption and hope

FALMOUTH, England (AP) — Towering steel fences, masses of police, protests on the beach: The Cornish seaside’s turquoise waters and white sandy beaches are looking decidedly less idyllic this week as leaders of the Group of Seven wealthy democracies
Plans for movie on New Zealand mosque attacks draw criticism

Plans for movie on New Zealand mosque attacks draw criticism

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Tentative plans for a movie that recounts the response of Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern to a gunman's slaughter of Muslim worshippers drew criticism in New Zealand on Friday for not focusing on the victims of the attack
3 dead at Florida supermarket include grandmother, grandson

3 dead at Florida supermarket include grandmother, grandson

ROYAL PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — A man fatally shot a grandmother and her 1-year-old grandson inside a Florida supermarket before killing himself, authorities said, causing dozens to flee the store in panic. The shooting happened shortly after 11:30 a.
At El Salvador's Bitcoin Beach, a glimpse of crypto economy

At El Salvador's Bitcoin Beach, a glimpse of crypto economy

EL ZONTE, El Salvador (AP) — After El Salvador’s congress made the bitcoin legal tender this week, eyes turned to this rural fishing village on the Pacific coast.
Bucks blow big lead, then rally to edge Nets 86-83 in Game 3

Bucks blow big lead, then rally to edge Nets 86-83 in Game 3

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jrue Holiday figured the Brooklyn Nets expected him to call a timeout as soon as he got the ball with his team trailing by one in the final minute.
Message in a jacket: Jill Biden offers 'love' during UK trip

Message in a jacket: Jill Biden offers 'love' during UK trip

CARBIS BAY, England (AP) — Jill Biden is sending a sartorial message of “love” as she accompanies her husband President Joe Biden overseas.
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