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E-sports finds a foothold in the Basin
COLUMBIA BASIN — Among the activities that students can participate in, e-sports, or organized competitive video g…
Weinstein's rape trial shifts gears after intense testimony
NEW YORK (AP) — After a day of intense testimony at Harvey Weinstein’s rape trial, prosecutors are expected to shift gears Thursday with a slate of ancillary witnesses.
Houston writer Bryan Washington to receive Gaines award
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — His path to writing was not straightforward, but Bryan Washington says he's grateful to have found his way.
Miami street artists to feature works during Super Bowl
MIAMI (AP) — Some of the most popular street artists in Miami's trendy Wynwood district will get a boost from the Super Bowl. Five artists will showcase their work at the stadium, around the city and on the actual …
Brazil soap star agrees to be government's culture secretary
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Former soap opera star Regina Duarte agreed Wednesday to become Brazil's culture secretary, replacing the previous secretary who was fired for giving a speech that used language similar to tha…
Famed Welsh singer Bryn Terfel breaks ankle in three places
CHICAGO (AP) — Bryn Terfel broke an ankle in three places and will have surgery this week, causing him to cancel what would have been his first performances at the Metropolitan Opera since 2012.
'Days of our Lives' sands to flow for 56th season on NBC
LOS ANGELES (AP) — There’s more life ahead for the NBC daytime serial “Days of our Lives,” renewed for a 56th season.
Smollett's lawyers seek records on Chicago's ousted top cop
CHICAGO (AP) — Attorneys for actor Jussie Smollett have asked the city of Chicago turn over documents that show former police Superintendent Eddie Johnson was “untruthful or misleading in any statement" before he w…
TV anchor's meeting with Kobe Bryant sent #GirlDads trending
NEW YORK (AP) — Dads with daughters inspired by Kobe Bryant's special bond with his 13-year-old Gianna took to social media to celebrate their own in words and photos using the hashtag #GirlDads.
Accusers: Weinstein excused lewd acts as a showbiz norm
NEW YORK (AP) — Two women who say they met Harvey Weinstein when they were aspiring actresses in their 20s testified at his rape trial Wednesday that the one-time Hollywood titan preyed on their dreams of stardom t…
Review: 'Assistant' is a subtle, soul-crushing #MeToo drama
Harvey Weinstein sits in a Manhattan courtroom this week, a silent (as yet) but looming presence at his landmark #MeToo-era trial for rape and sexual assault.
Aaron Hernandez's fiancee speaks out on documentary series
BOSTON (AP) — The fiancee of former NFL star Aaron Hernandez spoke publicly for the first time since the
Groups promoting news literacy to combat misinformation
NEW YORK (AP) — A special effort launched this week is promoting the idea of news literacy education to help the public, particularly young people who have grown up with social media, learn to track down trustworth…
Publisher of novel 'American Dirt' cancels remainder of author Jeanine Cummins’ tour, citing security concerns
NEW YORK (AP) — Publisher of novel 'American Dirt' cancels remainder of author Jeanine Cummins’ tour, citing security concerns.
Rapper Fetty Wap likely to see charges tossed in Vegas fight
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A judge has agreed to dismiss charges against Fetty Wap stemming from a fight last year at a Las Vegas hotel if the rapper stays out of trouble.
Author tour for controversial 'American Dirt' is canceled
NEW YORK (AP) — The publisher of Jeanine Cummins' controversial novel “American Dirt" has canceled the remainder of her promotional tour, citing concerns for her safety.