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Robert Trujillo discusses literacy and social justice children’s books
Earlier this year, the lily-white Atlantic Journal reported that the United States had become a “post-literate society. ” In 2004, based on information from studies conducted, 28% of individuals in the U.
Chris Rock's 'Misty Green' Hits Netflix After Limited Theatrical Run
Chris Rock’s comedy-drama 'Misty Green' began streaming on Netflix on November 9, marking the end of a brief theatrical run that lasted only one week across 125 theaters. The early digital release has prompted speculation regarding the film's competitiveness in the upcoming Academy Awards season.
Civil rights advocate William Bill Tucker dies aged 98
The family of Dr. William (Bill) Tucker, regrets to inform you of his passing.
Godzilla Minus Zero sets foreign-language box-office opening record
NEW YORK (AP) — “Godzilla Minus Zero” stomped into movie theaters with a chart-topping $31. 6 million over the weekend, scoring a record debut for a foreign-language film at the North American box office.
Villeneuve teases James Bond casting at Los Angeles museum gala
Denis Villeneuve began to announce the actor chosen as the next James Bond during an acceptance speech at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art's Art+Film Gala on November 7, but stopped before naming anyone. The director was being honoured at the Saturday event.
George Takei to Be Inducted into Vroman’s Walk of Fame in Pasadena
Actor and author George Takei is set to be inducted into Vroman’s Bookstore Walk of Fame on Saturday, November 21, at its Pasadena location. The ceremony honors Takei’s extensive work as a civil rights advocate for Japanese American and LGBTQIA+ communities, alongside his celebrated literary career. He will join a roster of distinguished authors previously honored by the bookstore.
Rene Eyre Revisits Autobiographical Performance 'Say A Little Prayer' in London
Dancer and performance artist Rene Eyre is revisiting her autobiographical work, "Say A Little Prayer," for the first time in over thirty years. The updated solo performance, described as a living archive of inherited trauma and memory, will be presented at The Waiting Room in Peckham, London, on November 28, 2026.
London Museum Granted 24/7 License Ahead of November Opening
The London Museum has been granted a license permitting 24-hour operations as it prepares to open its newly refurbished home in Smithfield later this month. The decision follows a decade-long restoration of the historic Victorian General Market, with officials describing the project as proof of London’s status as a global cultural capital.
Dolly Parton museum and Nashville hotel open after singer’s death
The SongTeller Hotel and its Life of Many Colors Museum have opened in Nashville as one of Dolly Parton’s final major projects.
Family-run West Sussex beach café prepares for first winter season
Salt Café in East Preston is staying open through winter for the first time, nearly 70 years after the Steel family bought the seaside kiosk.
The Good Daughter adapts Karin Slaughter thriller with Rose Byrne and Meghann Fahy
Sky Atlantic’s The Good Daughter places two estranged lawyer sisters at the centre of a school-shooting case and a family history shaped by violence.
Restored Albanian tower houses anchor new rural tourism trail
A new long-distance route through north-eastern Albania is using restored stone tower houses as guest accommodation while directing tourism toward remote villages.
Chilean Oscar-Winning Director Sebastián Lelio Dies at 52
Sebastián Lelio, the acclaimed Chilean film director and Oscar winner for "A Fantastic Woman," has died at the age of 52. His partner, actress Amalia Kassai, confirmed that he was found dead at his home in Las Condes, a district of Santiago, citing health reasons as the cause of death.
Jesse Jackson's Prescient Warnings on Race and Economy Resurface in New Book
The newly published 'Jesse Jackson: The Last Interview and Other Conversations' compiles decades of the civil rights leader’s commentary, highlighting his early warnings about economic monopolies, police brutality, and racial injustice. With an introduction by Al Sharpton, the book positions Jackson’s historical insights as a direct challenge to contemporary societal stagnation.
Erin Malone Turner’s ‘for the rest of our lives’ Premieres at Undermain Theatre
Erin Malone Turner’s latest work, for the rest of our lives, is premiering at Dallas’ Undermain Theatre. The production features an all-Black cast and direction by vickie washington, presenting a romantic exploration of fate, connection, and reincarnation.
Maxime Chattam Reveals Rock Bottom After Faustine Bollaert Split
French thriller writer Maxime Chattam has opened up about the collapse of his long-term relationship with broadcaster Faustine Bollaert, describing it as a period where he hit "rock bottom." In a new book, Chattam details how the breakup coincided with multiple personal tragedies before he found stability through writing and a new partner.
UBC professor describes police call after Galloway remark as act of care
VANCOUVER — A University of British Columbia professor has testified about a colleague’s decision to call police to visit Steven Galloway after he was accused of sexual assault, describing it as an “act of care” toward the author, who had spoken of killing himself. Galloway, who is suing his accuser and others in a defamation trial centred on the unproven allegations, has described his subsequent committal to a hospital in the United States as “terrifying.
Christine Bravo Questions Durability of Hanouna-Loustau Relationship
During a November 3, 2026, episode of the French television program Tout beau tout n9uf, columnist Christine Bravo cast doubt on the longevity of host Cyril Hanouna’s relationship with Shana Loustau. Bravo argued that their highly synchronized daily habits would likely strain the couple, prompting immediate laughter from the studio audience and a defensive response from Hanouna.
The Cat in the Hat expands its stakes to cosmic scale in animated reboot
The folks behind the new animated “The Cat in the Hat” are pretty confident they’ve got the cat in the bag. It hasn’t even opened yet and there are onscreen references to possible movie spinoffs for the jet-powered magical couch and The Things.
Giusina Battaglia Returns to Television Following Husband's Death
Italian journalist and food blogger Giusina Battaglia has announced her return to television and professional engagements following the sudden death of her husband, Sergio Colicchio. In a video message posted on Instagram, Battaglia expressed gratitude for public support and explained her decision to proceed with scheduled appearances, stating that continuing her work is necessary for survival and aligns with her late husband's wishes.
Lettermen co-founder Tony Butala dies at 87
NEW YORK (AP) — Tony Butala, co-founder of the Grammy-nominated trio The Lettermen, whose lush vocal harmonies made them one of the most popular vocal groups of the 1960s, died Sunday. He was 87.
New York City Center revives In the Heights as a timely community story
NEW YORK (AP) — David Mendizábal vividly remembers sitting in the audience for the final performances of playwright Lin-Manuel Miranda’s “In the Heights. ” Almost two decades later, Mendizábal is directing the musical that was once his “portal to the theater.
Godzilla Minus Zero shifts focus toward postwar human drama
Even Godzilla can be felled by an old hazard: the sophomore slump. Though Godzilla has been stomping around for over half a century, “Godzilla Minus Zero” is a sequel.
'The Remarried Empress' Cast Discusses Bringing Fantasy Royal Drama to Life
Disney+ has launched its highly anticipated royal fantasy series "The Remarried Empress" ahead of schedule, offering viewers a glimpse into a lavish, fictional empire. At a press event in Seoul, the main cast detailed the complexities of adapting the hit web novel, from navigating unfamiliar court etiquette to performing alongside computer-generated counterparts.
Bangladesh garment workers clash with police protesting higher wages
Thousands of Bangladeshi garment workers blocked a major highway and clashed with police on Monday, demanding a monthly minimum wage more than double current pay, as protests spread across industrial hubs.
US judge dismisses Trump lawsuit against Wall Street Journal over Epstein letter
A US judge on Saturday dismissed President Donald Trump's defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal and media magnate Rupert Murdoch over a report that Trump sent a bawdy birthday letter to notorious sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Slave or not? US gallery shows early photos of African Americans
Is the person in that photo portrait a slave or not?
Spewing US election falsehoods, AI chatbots face scrutiny
Dispensing misleading voter information, misidentifying candidates, and regurgitating Russian propaganda, AI chatbots are sowing information chaos ahead of the US midterm elections, researchers say.
US judge dismisses Trump lawsuit against Wall Steet Journal over Epstein letter
A US judge on Saturday dismissed President Donald Trump's defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal and media magnate Rupert Murdoch over a report that Trump sent a bawdy birthday letter to notorious sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Novaya Gazeta closure part of Russia's 'giant military campaign': Muratov to AFP
The closure of Russia's flagship independent newspaper Novaya Gazeta is part of Russia's "giant military campaign" in Ukraine, the publication's founder and former editor-in-chief Dmitry Muratov told AFP Friday.
Apple TV crime drama Nocturne brings a Scandinavian thriller to Pennsylvania
To play a serial killer in the new Apple TV series “Nocturne,” Stephen Graham did what all good actors do: He watched a bunch of serial killers.
Romanian writer Cartarescu hails books as balm in turmoil
In an age of "overwhelming evil" and "generalised lies", Romanian novelist Mircea Cartarescu, a weaver of literary fantasies born from a childhood under a totalitarian regime, bets on writing to resist.