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Looking at a solar eclipse can be dangerous without eclipse glasses. Here’s what to know

Looking at a solar eclipse can be dangerous without eclipse glasses. Here’s what to know

DALLAS (AP) — Millions of people along a narrow band in North America will look up when the sky darkens during a total solar eclipse on April 8. When they do, safety is key .
Ariana DeBose to host Tony Awards for the third straight time

Ariana DeBose to host Tony Awards for the third straight time

NEW YORK (AP) — It's a new location but the same host for the Tony Awards: Ariana DeBose will make it three in a row as MC of theater's most watched event, which this year moves uptown to Lincoln Center.
Should college essays touch on race? Some feel the affirmative action ruling leaves them no choice

Should college essays touch on race? Some feel the affirmative action ruling leaves them no choice

CHICAGO (AP) — When she started writing her college essay, Hillary Amofa told the story she thought admissions offices wanted to hear. About being the daughter of immigrants from Ghana and growing up in a small apartment in Chicago.
Olivia Colman and Jessie Buckley on the joys of foul language and friendship

Olivia Colman and Jessie Buckley on the joys of foul language and friendship

NEW YORK (AP) — Olivia Colman and Jessie Buckley play women brought together by letters in the new film “Wicked Little Letters” but their preferred means of communication is WhatsApp.
The British royal family learns that if you don't fill an information vacuum, someone else will

The British royal family learns that if you don't fill an information vacuum, someone else will

NEW YORK (AP) — A media frenzy was born on Feb. 27, when the hashtag #WhereIsKate exploded online with speculation about the whereabouts of Britain's Princess of Wales.
Donald Sutherland writes of a long life in film in his upcoming memoir, 'Made Up, But Still True'

Donald Sutherland writes of a long life in film in his upcoming memoir, 'Made Up, But Still True'

NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Sutherland has a memoir coming out in November reflecting on his life of nearly 90 years and his 60-year career as one of Hollywood's top actors in films like “M.A.S.H.
Retirees: Is it time to downsize, even in this real estate market?

Retirees: Is it time to downsize, even in this real estate market?

Your home is your sanctuary, but it’s also one of your biggest budget items. And after you retire, it may feel like more house than you need.
Alamos Gold signs deal for Argonaut Gold and its Magino mine in Ontario

Alamos Gold signs deal for Argonaut Gold and its Magino mine in Ontario

TORONTO — Alamos Gold Inc. has signed a deal to acquire Argonaut Gold Inc.'s Magino mine in Canada, while the company's assets in the United States and Mexico will be spun out to its existing shareholders.
Edmunds compares: 2024 Honda Passport vs. 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Edmunds compares: 2024 Honda Passport vs. 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Midsize SUVs with two rows of seating are an excellent option if you want something a little bigger than the ubiquitous small SUV. They have room for five and plenty of storage space but also are less expensive and easier to park than three-row SUVs.
Comedian Mae Martin hopes CBC documentary dispels 'hysteria' over gender fluidity

Comedian Mae Martin hopes CBC documentary dispels 'hysteria' over gender fluidity

Non-binary Toronto comedian and actor Mae Martin says their new documentary about gender fluidity feels especially relevant as transgender rights "are really under attack" in Canada and the United States.