Beyond "In the Heights," colorism persists, rarely addressed
Every year, Hollywood inevitably comes under criticism for its lack of racial diversity.
NSA to NSO: NY filmmakers explore circles of surveillance
American filmmaker Laura Poitras has once again turned her camera on the watchmen in an exhibition opening Friday in Berlin.
Can we talk? Gannett promotes effort at bridging gaps
The Gannett media company is promoting an effort to get Americans who live on either side of the ideological divide to talk to each other.
Frank Bonner, Herb on 'WKRP in Cincinnati,' dies at 79
Frank Bonner, who played a brash salesman with a love of flashy plaid suits on the TV comedy “WKRP in Cincinnati,” has died.
What to watch to celebrate Juneteenth
While many Americans have a vast array of knowledge about Juneteenth, others don’t know as much about the holiday and the history behind it.
Q&A: Abdul-Jabbar talks new documentary, MLK, social justice
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is an NBA legend, but the man known for his trademark skyhook shot has also devoted his life advocating for equality and social justice.
US Mint to issue quarters honoring notable American women
A string of notable American women will appear on the U.S. quarter under a four-year program that begins in 2022.
Rapper IDK to launch music business program at Harvard
Rapper IDK is launching a music business program at Harvard University for students of color.
Janet Malcolm, provocative author-journalist, dies at 86
The author and journalist Janet Malcolm has died at age 86.
Broadway shows returning to Detroit’s Fisher Theatre in October
Broadway shows will be returning in Detroit later this year with the “Rent 25th Anniversary Farewell Tour” at Fisher Theatre.
Rock ‘n’ Rides festival kicks off in Royal Oak Thursday
The Rock ‘n’ Rides carnival is making a triumphant return to downtown Royal Oak this weekend.
'Fire and Fury' author writes new Trump book 'Landslide'
The author of “Fire and Fury,” the million-seller from 2018 that helped launched the wave of inside accounts of the Trump White House, will have a last look coming out next month.
'Suffocated': Art becomes form of protest against Olympics
The Japanese public generally opposes holding the Tokyo Olympics during a pandemic, even though outward dissent has seemed muted.
Jimmy Kimmel to be title sponsor of inaugural LA Bowl
The LA Bowl has found a big name to be its very first title sponsor: ABC talk show host Jimmy Kimmel.
No apology: Tavis Smiley makes comeback bid after PBS firing
Three years after workplace misconduct allegations cost veteran TV and radio talk-show host Tavis Smiley his job and a national forum, he’s ending his silence.
The ESPYS returning to New York, Anthony Mackie to host
The ESPYS are returning to New York next month and actor Anthony Mackie will host the show that honors the year’s top athletes and moments.
Chlöe, Shahidi, Cordae part of Disney EP honoring Black life
Disney is celebrating this year’s Juneteenth with a new EP about the Black experience featuring actor and activist Yara Shahidi, Chlöe Bailey of Chloe x Halle and rapper YBN Cordae, who is donating his proceeds to students attending historically Black colleges and universities.
Trippie Redd playing Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre on Sept. 3
Trippie Redd is scheduled to play the Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre on Sept. 3. Iann Dior is the opening act.
Jared Kushner has book deal, publication expected in 2022
Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of former President Donald Trump and one of his top advisers during his administration, has a book deal.
Firework spectaculars returning to Walt Disney World
Firework spectaculars are returning to Walt Disney World.
Q&A: Rita Moreno on finding self-worth and never giving up
Rita Moreno emigrated with her mother from Puerto Rico at age five.
Judge OKs Weinstein's extradition for California rape case
A New York judge on Tuesday approved disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein’s extradition to California, where he faces additional sexual assault charges.
New York Philharmonic to resume performances Sept. 17
The New York Philharmonic will resume subscription performances in September following a historic 18-month gap caused by the coronavirus pandemic, presenting a shortened schedule of 78 concerts in a season shifted from Lincoln Center’s David Geffen Hall while the orchestra’s home is remodeled.
In Argentina, pandemic exacts a heavy toll on tango culture
The empty, dark dance floor at the Viruta Tango Club is a symbol of the pandemic-induced crisis facing dancers and musicians of an art form known for close physical contact and exchanging partners.
Winfrey's new book pick is novel 'The Sweetness of Water'
Oprah Winfrey’s next book club pick is a debut novel set in Georgia at the end of the Civil War.
Winfrey, Hearst have Black journalists tell elders' stories
Oprah Winfrey and Hearst Magazines are teaming up for interviews that pair young Black journalists with elders to tell stories about their lives.
'Gone Girl' actor Lisa Banes dies 10 days after hit-and-run
“Gone Girl” actor Lisa Banes has died 10 days after being injured by a hit-and-run driver in New York City.
Famous German boys' choir to add separate choir for girls
One of Germany’s most famous Catholic boys’ choirs plans to establish a separate choral group for girls for the first time in its more than 1,000-year history.
Mexican band Los Bukis to reunite for 1st tour in 25 years
The Mexican band Los Bukis are reuniting for a concert tour that will bring them together for the first time in 25 years.
New this week: Kevin Hart in 'Fatherhood, 'iCarly' & 'Luca'
This week’s new entertainment releases include fresh music from H.
Justin Bieber, Lil Baby to headline Made in America festival
Justin Bieber and Lil Baby are set to headline Jay-Z’s Made in America festival in Philadelphia.
Everyone is obsessed with a dog named Wasabi who won Best In Show at the Westminster Dog Show
This little Pekingese named Wasabi won the hearts of the Westminster Dog Show Sunday night, as well as the hearts of America.
Jimmy Smits figured he could carry a tune 'In the Heights'
He hadn’t been in a musical since high school, but when Jimmy Smits saw the opportunity to play Kevin Rosario in the film adaptation of “In the Heights,” he was happy to check that off his artistic bucket list.
Paris Jackson says paparazzi caused her long-term trauma
Paris Jackson has revealed she suffers long-term anxiety and trauma from enduring countless camera clicks from paparazzi since she was a child.
Rethinking tequila: Premium brands aim to change perceptions
Love it or hate it, tequila conjures up strong feelings in many drinkers.
Ned Beatty, titanic character actor of 'Network,' dies at 83
Ned Beatty, the Oscar-nominated character actor who in half a century of American movies, including “Deliverance,” “Network” and “Superman,” was a booming, indelible presence in even the smallest parts, has died.
'In the Heights' makes muted debut, edged by 'A Quiet Place'
Just when a party was poised to break out in movie theaters, the below-expectation debut of “In the Heights” dampened Hollywood’s hopes of a swift or smooth recovery at the summer box office.
Rapper Polo G is arrested in Miami after album release party
Officials say rapper Polo G has been arrested in Miami on charges including battery on a police officer, resisting arrest with violence and criminal mischief.
After charming leaders, Queen Elizabeth sits back for parade
Fresh from charming leaders at the Group of Seven summit in Cornwall in southwest England, Queen Elizabeth II was back at her residence at Windsor Castle to view a military parade to mark her official birthday.
Copyright holder settles lawsuit with LOVE artist's estate
The estate of pop artist Robert Indiana has reached a settlement that keeps intact a longstanding relationship with the copyright holder of the iconic “LOVE” series.
'The Night Watchman,' Malcolm X biography win arts Pulitzers
One of the country’s most esteemed novelists, Louise Erdrich, won the Pulitzer Prize for fiction for “The Night Watchman.”.