DeSantis-controlled Disney World district abolishes diversity, equity initiatives
Diversity, equity and inclusion programs have been abolished from Walt Disney World’s governing district, which is now controlled by appointees of Gov. Ron DeSantis
2023-08-02 02:23
May Contain Rocks or Insects: Trader Joe’s Adds Falafel and Soup to Its List of Recalled Food Items
First it was almond cookies—now it’s Unexpected Broccoli Cheddar Soup and Fully Cooked Falafel.
2023-08-02 00:58
Group: DeSantis win in Disney lawsuit could embolden actions against journalists
An advocacy group for journalists wants to get involved with Disney’s free speech lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis
2023-07-31 23:22
What to stream this week: 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,' Quavo, 'Reservation Dogs' and 'Mixtape'
This week’s new entertainment releases include fresh tracks from Quavo, the arrival on Disney+ of James Gunn’s cornball finale “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol
2023-07-31 12:17
Opera for the public: Spain's Teatro Real opera house offers free broadcast to towns and cities
MADRID (AP) — On a night in the middle of July, tenors, sopranos and a choir delighted the crowd in Madrid’s luxurious Teatro Real opera house with Giacomo Puccini’s masterpiece, “Turandot.”
2023-07-29 14:25
After an attack on Salman Rushdie, the Chautauqua Institution says its mission won't change
For 150 years, the Chautauqua Institution has prided itself as a place that invites open dialogue and freedom of expression
2023-07-29 13:26
Judge refuses to dismiss lawsuit against Disney’s efforts to neutralize governing district takeover
A judge in Florida has refused to dismiss a lawsuit brought by Gov. Ron DeSantis appointees against Disney’s efforts to neutralize a takeover of Disney World’s governing district by the Florida governor
2023-07-29 05:56
Adidas to release second batch of Yeezy sneakers after breakup with Ye
Adidas is releasing a second batch of high-end Yeezy sneakers after cutting ties with rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West
2023-07-28 18:56
What to stream this weekend: Post Malone, 'Beanie Bubble,' 'This Fool,' Rolling Stones and 'Heels'
This week’s new entertainment releases include a new album from Post Malone, a movie starring Zach Galifianakis about the creation of the cute collectable Beanie Babies and a video game for the whole family with Disney Illusion Island
2023-07-28 12:15
For clergy abuse survivors, Sinead O'Connor's protest that offended so many was brave and prophetic
In 1992, Sinéad O’Connor destroyed a photo of Pope John Paul II on U.S. national television
2023-07-28 00:18
Five top dance companies give NY fans a treat at free outdoor festival founded during pandemic
Occasionally, the best things in life really are free — especially if you’re a dance fan in New York, where some of the world’s best dancers are performing at a free festival under the stars
2023-07-27 06:53
What Is Baby Corn, Anyway?
A baby corn plant and a corn plant are one and the same.
2023-07-27 05:18