CANNES, France (AP) — After two years of pandemic, the 75th Cannes Film Festival is getting going with a familiar dose of controversy and some new snafus as it readies for its largest gathering on the French Riviera since the 2019 edition. Preparations were in full swing up and down the Croisette on Monday ahead… Continue reading Questions and snafus on eve of Cannes Film Festival
MUST-WATCH: The return of Canadian comedic legends
The Kids in the Hall are back after nearly 30 years from their last show! But will their comedic stylings take them to the top of the MUST-WATCH top 10? Perhaps it will go to the latest Rebel Wilson film, or a remake of a classic horror film? You’ll have to keep reading to find… Continue reading MUST-WATCH: The return of Canadian comedic legends
Advisory board for next top court judge to include Indigenous Bar Association member
OTTAWA — For the first time, the Indigenous Bar Association has nominated a member of the independent advisory board that will help choose the next Supreme Court justice. The chosen board member, David Nahwegahbow, is an Anishinaabe lawyer whose firm exclusively represents First Nations people, communities and organizations. His participation on the advisory board is… Continue reading Advisory board for next top court judge to include Indigenous Bar Association member
Putin says Russia has ‘no problems’ with Finland, Sweden in NATO
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Finland and Sweden’s bids to join NATO posed no direct threat to Russia, but warned the Western military alliance against moving weapons into the two countries’ territories. “As for the expansion [of NATO], including through new members of the alliance — Finland, Sweden — Russia wants to inform you that… Continue reading Putin says Russia has ‘no problems’ with Finland, Sweden in NATO
Buffalo gunman aimed to keep killing if he got away: Police
The white gunman accused of massacring 10 Black people in a racist rampage at a Buffalo supermarket planned to keep killing if he had escaped the scene, the police commissioner said Monday, as the possibility of federal hate crime or domestic terror charges loomed. The gunman, who had crossed the state to target people at the Tops… Continue reading Buffalo gunman aimed to keep killing if he got away: Police
The tantalizing possibilities of the Knicks’ best-case lottery scenario
It’s always dangerous to get conclusive about a draft class before the picks are called, let alone before the players step on the court, but the preliminary consensus among scouts and experts is that 2022 is top heavy. Specifically, there are four players that sit as the cream. So for the Knicks, who enter the… Continue reading The tantalizing possibilities of the Knicks’ best-case lottery scenario
Trailblazing Cambodian restaurant Nyum Bai has closed in Oakland
Nyum Bai, the acclaimed Cambodian restaurant in Oakland’s Fruitvale district, has permanently closed its doors. Chef-owner Nite Yun announced the news via Instagram on May 13. “Our lease is coming to an end after five years and we’ve quietly decided to move on from this space,” she wrote. “We are grateful to everyone who has… Continue reading Trailblazing Cambodian restaurant Nyum Bai has closed in Oakland
Johnny Cueto will start tonight for the Chicago White Sox in the series opener against the Kansas City Royals
Johnny Cueto has joined the Chicago White Sox in Kansas City and will start Monday’s game against the Royals at Kauffman Stadium. The Sox purchased Cueto’s contract from Triple-A Charlotte. The veteran went 0-1 with a 5.17 ERA and 17 strikeouts in four starts with Charlotte after signing with the Sox as a minor-league free… Continue reading Johnny Cueto will start tonight for the Chicago White Sox in the series opener against the Kansas City Royals
Yes, Carrie Underwood’s new concert tour will hit SF
Country superstar Carrie Underwood wasn’t kidding when she teased a big announcement during her guest appearance Sunday on “American Idol.” The singer today, May 16, announced she will kick off a 43-city U.S. in the fall that includes a Nov. 19 show at the Chase Center in San Francisco. Tickets for that concert will go… Continue reading Yes, Carrie Underwood’s new concert tour will hit SF
Traffic collision with truck driver near San Francisco airport leaves one dead
SAN FRANCISCO — A driver died from his injuries after collision with a box truck driver Friday night on a Highway 101 on-ramp, according to authorities. California Highway Patrol got a call at 7:27 p.m. about a collision on the 101 northbound North Access Road on-ramp, according to CHP Officer Vu Williams. The driver of… Continue reading Traffic collision with truck driver near San Francisco airport leaves one dead