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Canadian snowbirds head south as US land borders reopen

Canadian snowbirds head south as US land borders reopen

PHOENIX (AP) — Canadians Ian and Heather Stewart are savoring the idea of leaving behind this winter's subzero temperatures when the U.S.
COVID-19 global death count highlights vulnerabilities, lessons for Canada: experts

COVID-19 global death count highlights vulnerabilities, lessons for Canada: experts

As the global COVID-19 death toll surpassed five million this week, infectious disease and public health experts say it's a grim reminder of how the virus devastates vulnerable populations around the world, including in Canada.
Michelle Obama to speak with college students nationwide

Michelle Obama to speak with college students nationwide

NEW YORK (AP) — Michelle Obama's next promotion for her memoir “Becoming” will center on college students. The former first lady will appear Nov. 9 at 1 p.m.
COVID vaccine for younger kids already being packed, shipped

COVID vaccine for younger kids already being packed, shipped

WASHINGTON (AP) — Anticipating a green light from vaccine advisers, the Biden administration is assembling and shipping millions of COVID-19 shots for children ages 5-11, the White House said Monday. The first could go into kids' arms by midweek.
CBC comedy '22 Minutes' touts bigger, younger, more diverse cast and writing staff

CBC comedy '22 Minutes' touts bigger, younger, more diverse cast and writing staff

"This Hour Has 22 Minutes" is often billed as Canada’s longest-running scripted entertainment series, but this year it's eager to tout everything that's new — in particular a larger, younger andmore diverse writing staff and cast than ever before.
Netflix Canada hires 'Transplant' producer Tara Woodbury as Canadian content exec

Netflix Canada hires 'Transplant' producer Tara Woodbury as Canadian content exec

TORONTO — Tara Woodbury, executive producer of CTV's medical drama "Transplant," has joined Netflix Canada as its first Canadian content executive.
Eugene and Dan Levy land separate streaming shows on Apple TV Plus and HBO Max

Eugene and Dan Levy land separate streaming shows on Apple TV Plus and HBO Max

TORONTO — "Schitt's Creek" father-son co-creators Eugene and Dan Levy are getting their own shows on different streaming services. Apple TV Plus says the elder Levy will host and executive produce "The Reluctant Traveler.
Burt Bacharach, Steven Sater album attracts Broadway stars

Burt Bacharach, Steven Sater album attracts Broadway stars

NEW YORK (AP) — One of musical theater's most exciting new writing partnerships started with a breakup song.
New this week: 'Finch,' ABBA and 'The Harder They Fall'

New this week: 'Finch,' ABBA and 'The Harder They Fall'

Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week.
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade returns to pre-pandemic shape

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade returns to pre-pandemic shape

NEW YORK (AP) — The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will return to its pre-pandemic form this year, with its route restored through Manhattan, high-flying helium balloons once again pulled by handlers and crowds welcomed back to cheer them on.
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