New Mexico literary legend & ‘Bless Me, Ultima’ author Rudolfo Anaya dies at 82
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico — Rudolfo Anaya, a writer who helped launch the 1970s Chicano Literature Movement with his novel “Bless Me, Ultima,” a book…
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Carl Reiner, longtime comedy legend, dies at 98
Carl Reiner, the writer, actor, director and producer whose many decades’ worth of credits — including “The Dick Van Dyke…
Continue Reading Paul Walker and Vin Diesel’s kids take ‘family, forever’ selfie
Paul Walker and Vin Diesel were BFFs and it looks like their children are continuing that tradition. Meadow Walker, 21, recently posted a selfie with…
Continue Reading What’s streaming on Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Prime in July
Feeling hot, hot hot? That would make sense given that it’s the summertime. Even more reason to stay in, stay safe and cool off with some of…
Continue Reading MTV VMAs will happen as planned in New York City
The MTV show must go on — with some adjustments. The MTV Video Music Awards will return in August to New York City’s Barclays Center, New…
Continue Reading A 72-year-old woman was gored by a bison at Yellowstone National Park when she tried to take a picture
A 72-year-old California woman was gored by a bison in Yellowstone National Park, a news release from the park said. The woman approached the bison…
Continue Reading As Ireland reopens, locals are kissing Blarney Stone again
People in Ireland are tentatively returning to shops, hair salons and restaurants as the country emerges from its coronavirus lockdown — and…
Continue Reading Planning a trip to Disney World? How to get to Orlando this summer
Disney World theme parks’ plans to begin a phased reopening starting July 11 include an extensive list of changes, rules and Covid-era…
Continue Reading ‘Hamilton’ at home: Disney+ gives fans a front-row seat worth waiting for
After conquering the stage in every way imaginable, “Hamilton” moves to the screen — just not the one originally intended.…
Continue Reading Chase Rice says ‘Please go by the rules’ after being criticized for packed concert
Country singer Chase Rice released a video Monday commenting on his weekend concert which drew controversy. Rice faced criticism from his fellow…
Continue Reading New Trimonoran superyacht concept could be future of luxury sailing
A yacht concept at least 20 years in the making, Escalade is being touted as a “game changer” by the team behind it. Measuring 25 meters,…
Continue Reading EU preparing to reopen its borders — but probably not to Americans
The European Union is preparing to reopen its external border to 15 countries outside of the bloc as early as Wednesday. However, one country that…
Continue Reading How BET pulled off the awards show we all needed
The BET Awards have always showcased Black America’s entertainment and culture, but, amid a global pandemic and racial justice movement, this…
Continue Reading Netflix announces Ava DuVernay-led series on Colin Kaepernick
Colin Kaepernick’s life story is headed to Netflix. The streaming giant announced a new limited series titled “Colin in Black &…
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Neon Desert Music Festival cancelled due to spike in El Paso virus cases
El PASO, Texas — One of the Borderland’s premier events is the latest victim of the Covid-19 pandemic. The Neon Desert Music Festival has been…
Continue Reading Broadway will remain dark for the rest of the year
The show will not go on. Well, at least for the remainder of this year. Broadway shows will not be returning to the stage until at least January of…
Continue Reading Shane Dawson is the latest big YouTuber to apologize for racist videos
By now, the garden variety YouTube apology is an easily recognizable art form: Puffy eyes, a sparse background, a vague title — and in the…
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Willie Nelson will take part in a virtual fundraiser for Joe Biden
It looks like Willie Nelson has Joe Biden on his mind. The legendary country singer will join Robert Earl Keen at a Monday night virtual fundraiser…
Continue Reading People are defecating outside the Queen’s vacation home
Walkers are relieving themselves in the grounds of Queen Elizabeth‘s Scottish residence, staff have said. Employees at Balmoral Castle, which…
Continue Reading Matthew Broderick still remembers his most famous lines from ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’
The cast of “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” reunited for a virtual chat that revisited the movie, and even featured a special appearance…
Continue Reading Want to win Eurovision? Write a nice, slow song about love
You might be forgiven for thinking the Eurovision Song Contest doesn’t lend itself to rigorous academic analysis. After all, this is a…
Continue Reading Jennifer Hudson is Aretha Franklin in new trailer for ‘Respect’ biopic
Jennifer Hudson is a perfect Aretha Franklin in the new trailer for the upcoming film, “Respect.” The trailer for the biopic dropped…
Continue Reading Adele wore her Glastonbury Festival dress to watch it and needs you to calm down about a new album
The lack of music festivals didn’t stop Adele from enjoying one. The singer posted over the weekend in honor of what was to have been the…
Continue Reading BET Awards 2020 opening was fire
The BET Awards celebrated not only its 20th anniversary, but also the increased focus currently on the Black community and culture Sunday. The show…
Continue Reading BET Awards 2020: See who won at the BET Awards
The BET Awards, which honor Black excellence in entertainment and sports, were presented Sunday. A full list of nominees follows below. Album of the…
Continue Reading Democrats want John Wayne Airport renamed after ‘I believe in white supremacy’ interview resurfaces
Democrats in Orange County, California, are done with The Duke, and they want John Wayne’s name and likeness stripped from the county’s…
Continue Reading Blue Ivy Carter wins first BET Award
Beyoncé and Jay-Z have sang and rapped about founding a dynasty and they appear well on their way with 8-year-old daughter Blue Ivy. The youngster…
Continue Reading A Wild West town is up for sale for $7.5 million — in New Zealand
If the past few months have left you in need of a getaway, this could be just the ticket. A replica Wild West town deep in rural New Zealand has been…
Continue Reading Beyoncé: ‘Vote like our life depends on it, because it does’
One of the major highights of Sunday’s BET Awards was Beyoncé receiving the prestigious Humanitarian Award. Michelle Obama presented the honor…
Continue Reading Katy Perry says she felt suicidal during split from Orlando Bloom
Katy Perry has opened up about her mental health issues in a new interview. Appearing on Canadian radio show “Q on CBC,” the pop…
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