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Amid political backlash, Canada's Nathan Fillion says Superman's true power is hope

Amid political backlash, Canada's Nathan Fillion says Superman's true power is hope

In an age of endless remakes and superhero fatigue, Nathan Fillion says he isn’t sure the world needs another Superman movie. But he’s certain it needs what the new one represents. “I think all the Superman iterations have had incredible value.
Manitoba renews provincewide emergency order as wildfires rage, forcing thousands out

Manitoba renews provincewide emergency order as wildfires rage, forcing thousands out

WINNIPEG — Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew has again declared a provincewide state of emergency as renewed wildfires force thousands out of their homes, some for the second time in just weeks.
Movie Review: War, through one child's extraordinary eyes, in 'Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight'

Movie Review: War, through one child's extraordinary eyes, in 'Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight'

“Are we racists?” That’s the blunt question posed by Bobo, a white girl living on a farm in Africa, to her horrified (and defensive) mother. There are so many ways this three-word line reading could land wrongly — or just seem forced or mannered.
From plants to a pool: Sprucing up your backyard while keeping costs in check

From plants to a pool: Sprucing up your backyard while keeping costs in check

It’s peak landscaping season and budgeting for a backyard improvement project may seem difficult. Options can range from doing up your garden to larger renos like adding a pool. Experts say there are cost-effective ways to spruce up your yard.
Former 'Love Island USA' contestant Cierra Ortega apologizes for using racial slur

Former 'Love Island USA' contestant Cierra Ortega apologizes for using racial slur

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Former “Love Island USA” contestant Cierra Ortega apologized Wednesday for resurfaced posts where she used a racial slur against Asian people.
Paul McCartney set to be the inaugural performer at Hamilton's new TD Coliseum

Paul McCartney set to be the inaugural performer at Hamilton's new TD Coliseum

Legendary singer-songwriter Paul McCartney will be the inaugural performer at the newly transformed TD Coliseum in Hamilton. The hitmaker takes the stage Nov. 21 as part of his career-spanning Got Back Tour.
The US is having its worst year for measles in more than three decades

The US is having its worst year for measles in more than three decades

The U.S. is having its worst year for measles spread in more than three decades, and the year is only half over. The national case count reached 1,288 on Wednesday, according to the U.S.
Dark series 'The Institute' adaptation gets author Stephen King's thumbs up

Dark series 'The Institute' adaptation gets author Stephen King's thumbs up

NEW YORK (AP) — Stephen King has a rule for anyone wanting to adapt one of his books for the big or small screen. It's basically the Hippocratic oath for intellectual property — first, do no harm.
Michael Douglas and Danny DeVito revisit ‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest’ for its 50th anniversary

Michael Douglas and Danny DeVito revisit ‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest’ for its 50th anniversary

Jack Nicholson did not want to go to the Oscars. It was 1976 and he was nominated for best actor in “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest.
Stars, creators await decision on CanCon rules after tech giants win DST battle

Stars, creators await decision on CanCon rules after tech giants win DST battle

Tom Green says he wouldn’t be where — or who — he is today without Canadian content rules. “A big part of what makes us Canadian is watching Canadian television on TV when we were growing up. “Mr.
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