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With more records, world sees how Jeffrey Epstein leveraged connections to abuse vulnerable girls
Read full article: With more records, world sees how Jeffrey Epstein leveraged connections to abuse vulnerable girlsMore documents describing Jeffrey Epstein's sexual abuse of teenage girls are being released in New York City.
Barbara Kingsolver wins Women's Prize for Fiction with Appalachian novel 'Demon Copperhead'
Read full article: Barbara Kingsolver wins Women's Prize for Fiction with Appalachian novel 'Demon Copperhead'American novelist Barbara Kingsolver has won the prestigious Women’s Prize for Fiction for a second time with “Demon Copperhead.”.
Barbara Kingsolver, Hernan Diaz win fiction Pulitzer Prizes
Read full article: Barbara Kingsolver, Hernan Diaz win fiction Pulitzer PrizesThe Pulitzer Prize for fiction was awarded Monday to two class-conscious novels: “Demon Copperhead,” Barbara Kingsolver’s modern recasting of the Dickens classic “David Copperfield,” and Hernan Diaz’s “Trust,” an innovative narrative of wealth and deceit set in 1920s New York.
Injured Copperfield trick participant loses lawsuit appeal
Read full article: Injured Copperfield trick participant loses lawsuit appealThe Nevada Supreme Court has upheld a jury’s findings that illusionist David Copperfield and the MGM Grand weren't financially responsible for a British tourist’s injuries during a Las Vegas Strip show in 2013.
The Latest: Michigan makes homeless people vaccine-eligible
Read full article: The Latest: Michigan makes homeless people vaccine-eligibleVials of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine sit in the pharmacy of National Jewish Hospital for distribution early Saturday, March 6, 2021, in east Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)DETROIT — People who are homeless will be eligible for COVID-19 vaccines in Michigan starting Monday. The single-shot Johnson & Johnson vaccine and the two-shot Moderna vaccine are approved for individuals 18 and older. But Limassol city authorities aren’t letting the festive spirit completely wither away, organizing some events that comply with virus restrictions. Ad___COLOMBO, Sri Lanka — Sri Lanka has received its first batch of COVID-19 vaccines under the COVAX program.
David Copperfield halts Vegas show after staffer gets coronavirus
Read full article: David Copperfield halts Vegas show after staffer gets coronavirusLAS VEGAS – Illusionist David Copperfield is suspending his Las Vegas stage show after a crew member tested positive for COVID-19. The Las Vegas Review Journal reported Monday that the legendary magician has “no idea yet” when his production at MGM Grand will resume. According to the newspaper, an internal email from MGM Resorts International officials on Friday said one of Copperfield's illusion techs had been exposed to the virus. In a statement, Copperfield said his entire crew would be tested again. His stage show was one of several residency productions across MGM Resorts that reopened Nov. 6.
After a long slumber, U.S. cinemas awaken on pivotal weekend
Read full article: After a long slumber, U.S. cinemas awaken on pivotal weekendThis combination shows Yifei Liu in the title role of "Mulan," left, and John David Washington in a scene from "Tenet." On Thursday, Christopher Nolans Tenet will arrive in U.S. theaters, the first big movie to head to cinemas since the pandemic began. I didnt expect that many people to show up.More Americans will make their way back to the movies this weekend than any since the pandemic shuttered theaters in March. After debuting in Europe, Canada and Korea last weekend, Tenet on Thursday lands in the 75% open U.S. theaters, along with cinemas in China on Friday. As long as its done in a sensible way.As difficult as the circumstances are, Warner Bros. also sees opportunity.
AMC to offer 15-cent tickets on first day of reopening
Read full article: AMC to offer 15-cent tickets on first day of reopeningNEW YORK AMC Theatres, the nation's largest movie theater chain, will reopen in the U.S. on Aug. 20 with retro ticket prices of 15 cents per movie. AMC theaters have reopened in numerous international countries but have remained shuttered in the U.S. since March. During its opening-day promotion, AMC will show catalog films, including Ghostbusters, Black Panther," Back to the Future and Grease." AMC confirmed that Disney's much-delayed New Mutants will debut in theaters Aug. 28, with Christopher Nolan's Tenet to follow Sept. 3. AMC said Thursday is expects about two thirds of its theaters will be open in time for Tenet. Several states, including California and New York, are yet to allow movie theaters to reopen.