Singer Fred Parris of the Five Satins dead at age 85
NEW YORK — Fred Parris, the lead singer of the 1950s harmony group the Five Satins and composer of the classic doo-wop ballad “In the Still of the Night,” has …
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Rey Mysterio flying high as cover star for WWE 2K22
Rey Mysterio used to fight with his young son for bragging rights when they played wrestling video games together. The WWE high-flying superstar has plenty to boast about now – …
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Spears case drives California bid to limit conservatorships
SACRAMENTO, CALIF. — Disability rights activists and advocates for Britney Spears backed a California proposal Wednesday to provide more protections for those under court-ordered conservatorships, while promoting less-restrictive alternatives. Their …
Read MoreCanadian Red Cross winds down swim, lifeguard lessons to focus on humanitarian work
The Canadian Red Cross has announced that that after 76 years, it will no longer offer swimming and lifeguard programs in order to direct more attention to its humanitarian operations. …
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Jury selection underway in federal trial over George Floyd’s death
ST. PAUL, MINN. — Jury selection began Thursday in the federal trial for three former Minneapolis police officers who are charged with violating George Floyd’s constitutional rights while fellow Officer …
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The world bought more champagne than ever last year
Champagne houses are celebrating after sales and exports set new records last year even as pandemic lockdowns forced many bars and restaurants to close. Comité Champagne, a trade association representing …
Read MoreJamie Dornan talks ‘Belfast’, TV and going behind-the-scenes
NEW YORK — One of the most memorable scenes in “ Belfast ” is when Jamie Dornan’s character serenades his wife (played by Caitriona Balfe) with “ Everlasting Love.” The …
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Pig kidneys transplanted into brain-dead human in new study
For the first time, scientists have successfully transplanted genetically modified pig kidneys into the body of a brain-dead human, an important step toward animal organs potentially becoming viable for transplants …
Read MoreOntario announces three-step plan to gradually lift COVID-19 restrictions
Premier Doug Ford is set to announce Ontario’s plan to gradually lift COVID-19 restrictions put in place earlier this month. Ford will by joined by Health Minister Christine Elliott and …
Read MoreAntibiotic-resistant infections are killing millions of people, report says
More than one million people died from antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections worldwide in 2019, a new report from the Lancet says, more than the annual death toll from malaria or AIDS. …
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