of James Earl Jones as King Lear: Your free quarantine must-watch of the day By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 6 May 2020 09:30:13 -0400 A 1974 "King Lear" will be streamed for free. The amazing cast led by James Earl Jones also includes Raul Julia, Rosalind Cash and Paul Sorvino. Full Article
of Florian Schneider, co-founder of electronic pioneers Kraftwerk, dies at 73 By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 6 May 2020 12:23:50 -0400 Florian Schneider, the co-founder of Kraftwerk, the German electronic group that changed the sound of pop music, has died of cancer. Full Article
of Review: Indie drama 'Working Man' veers off course despite strong performance by Peter Gerety By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 6 May 2020 15:15:38 -0400 Veteran character actor Peter Gerety has a meaty role in Richard Jury's "Working Man" even as the movie shifts from quiet dignity into melodrama. Full Article
of Review: The moving drama 'Driveways' features a superb Brian Dennehy in one of his last roles By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 6 May 2020 15:27:23 -0400 Andrew Ahn's lovely second feature "Driveways" also stars Hong Chau and Lucas Jaye. Full Article
of How accurate is 'Mrs. America's' portrayal of Republican women? We investigated By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 6 May 2020 16:11:36 -0400 What Hulu's 'Mrs. America' gets right and wrong about Republican congresswoman Jill Ruckelshaus and evangelical activist Lottie Beth Hobbs in Episode 6. Full Article
of Len Fagan, Coconut Teaszer rock impresario, dies of COVID-19 complications at 72 By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 6 May 2020 16:50:49 -0400 Onetime musician Len Fagan booked Sunset Strip nightclub Coconut Teaszer and provided bands like Guns N' Roses and Green Day some of their earliest L.A. gigs. Full Article
of Broadway star Nick Cordero showing 'early signs' of waking up from COVID-19 coma By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 6 May 2020 17:28:39 -0400 Dancer Amanda Kloots offered a hopeful update Wednesday on her husband, Nick Cordero, who has been in a medically induced coma after contracting COVID-19. Full Article
of Kevin Spacey compares coronavirus layoffs to being accused of sexual assault By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 6 May 2020 19:36:07 -0400 On a recent podcast, actor Kevin Spacey saw parallels between the coronavirus crisis and his Hollywood downfall after being accused of sexual misconduct. Full Article
of Ralph Fiennes in 'Antony & Cleopatra': Your free quarantine must-watch of the day By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 7 May 2020 09:30:56 -0400 Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo star in the National Theatre's "Antony and Cleopatra." Here's how to watch for free. Full Article
of The hard-won liberation of Hayley Williams: 'It wasn't beautiful. It was painful' By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 7 May 2020 13:30:13 -0400 After 16 years as the frontwoman for Paramore, and following a broken marriage and a lot of therapy, Hayley Williams is releasing her first solo album. Full Article
of ABC will air some of your favorite Disney movies this summer By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 7 May 2020 14:53:03 -0400 ABC's "The Wonderful World of Disney" summer movie programming includes "Moana," "Thor: The Dark World," "Up" and "Big Hero 6." Full Article
of What Microsoft's Xbox Series X preview does and doesn't tell us about the future of gaming By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 7 May 2020 16:18:30 -0400 Coronavirus muted the hype of Microsoft's Xbox Series X reveal. But there was "Assassin's Creed Valhalla" excitement and a "Madden NFL 21" end run. Full Article
of Review: The world of Netflix's 'The Eddy' will haunt you. The story, not so much By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 7 May 2020 17:52:58 -0400 In Netflix's "The Eddy," "La La Land" director Damien Chazelle returns to the musical — this one starring Andre Holland and Amandla Stenberg. Full Article
of She won over a nation on 'Great British Bake Off.' Now she has her own Netflix show By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 7 May 2020 17:59:18 -0400 Nadiya Hussain, winner of "The Great British Baking Show," embraces canned food in her new Netflix series, "Nadiya's Time to Eat." Full Article
of Netflix's 'Dead to Me' killed off James Marsden. In Season 2, he steals the show By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 8 May 2020 17:00:55 -0400 James Marsden and "Dead to Me" creator Liz Feldman explain how they kept him around in Season 2 — after offing his character in the Season 1 finale. Full Article
of Kobo launches waterproof e-reader By www.thestar.com Published On :: Tue, 26 Aug 2014 19:00:00 EDT Latest iteration of the electronic library can be taken to the beach or into the bath. Full Article
of End of the iPod: Goodbye to the little box that changed everything By www.thestar.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Sep 2014 08:00:00 EDT Full Article
of Reposting your first profile picture is the latest Facebook craze By www.thestar.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Jan 2015 17:00:00 EST Essentially, you surface your first-ever Facebook profile picture — and then nominate three friends to do the same. Full Article
of Cat clings to wing of plane during flight By www.thestar.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Jun 2015 15:04:59 EDT A stowaway cat shocked small-plane pilot and passenger. Full Article
of YouTube prank sparks discussion of online teen safety By www.thestar.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Aug 2015 17:21:43 EDT Coby Persin, whose YouTube channel is known for prank videos with a touch of social commentary, tricked teenage girls he met online to meet him in person. Full Article
of Party’s back on if a new source of helium pans out By www.thestar.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Aug 2015 17:05:23 EDT Used in balloons and industry, gas is hard to capture and supplies are diminishing and its price rising. Researchers think it may be found under ground. Full Article
of Marine heat waves are lasting longer and hitting more often, research shows By www.thestar.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Apr 2018 13:57:14 EDT Dalhousie professor says the heat has been altering marine ecosystems, harming fisheries and killing various species — and the phenomenon is likely to continue. Full Article
of What job protection does Europe offer, and how, as coronavirus rages? By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 18:54:16 -0400 Unemployment and coronavirus: How do European countries protect jobs? Full Article
of 'This is a siege': Inside the NYPD depot at the heart of New York's coronavirus fight By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 06:00:17 -0400 Since coronavirus outbreak started, the NYPD has used at least 1.5 million surgical masks, 1.2 million gloves and 400,000 disinfectant wipes. Full Article
of Dying doctors. Too many coffins. Indonesia late in battle against coronavirus By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 12:40:54 -0400 Indonesia's government dithered for nearly two months before enacting social restrictions. Tens of thousands could die of COVID-19. Full Article
of Georgia reopens hair salons and gyms, offering a preview of life after lockdown By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 13:01:50 -0400 Georgia lifts many coronavirus-related restrictions, allowing gyms, hair salons, tattoo parlors and bowling alleys to reopen Friday. Full Article
of $8-billion effort aims to speed development of coronavirus vaccines and treatments By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 13:30:19 -0400 The World Health Organization joined with global leaders to accelerate production of vaccines and treatments aimed at stamping out the coronavirus. Full Article
of Navy recommends reinstatement of fired carrier captain By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 15:55:15 -0400 Officials say the top Navy officer has recommended the reinstatement of the aircraft carrier captain fired for sending an email pleading for faster action to protect his crew from a coronavirus outbreak. Full Article
of Governors say they'll ease virus restrictions, with an abundance of caution By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 14:50:00 -0400 The governors of Colorado and New York outlined plans to ease pandemic restrictions but stressed they were moving with caution. Full Article
of Do I have coronavirus? CDC updates list of COVID-19 symptoms By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 20:33:55 -0400 The CDC has added six new symptoms to its list of signs that a person has been infected with the new coronavirus, including chills and loss of sense of smell. Full Article
of China's new 'rule of law' in Hong Kong sets stage for new protests By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 20:56:07 -0400 China's interpretation of the 'rule of law' governing Hong Kong is likely to further incite protesters following the arrest of activists. Full Article
of Rumors over Kim Jong Un's health make one thing clear: North Korea's cult of personality endures By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 23:55:29 -0400 Recent speculation about Kim Jong Un's health shows how the fate of North Korea is still seen as inextricably linked to that of one much-hyped individual. Full Article
of El Paso officials want to bulldoze a historic barrio. This 92-year-old woman is in the way By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 06:00:29 -0400 Antonia Morales has lived in her historic El Paso neighborhood since 1965 and sees no reason to leave now. Until she and a few other holdouts depart, demolition cannot begin. Full Article
of Clinical trial of remdesivir may be a turning point in coronavirus fight By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 16:31:17 -0400 In a clinical trial, the drug remdesivir shortened recovery time for patients with advanced cases of COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus. Full Article
of Germany avoids the worst of coronavirus crisis — but how? By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 18:46:27 -0400 Germany's leadership, history help stave off catastrophe from the coronavirus crisis — so far Full Article
of U.S. spy officials say coronavirus isn't manmade but do not rule out lab accident By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 10:34:57 -0400 U.S. intelligence agencies have concluded that the new coronavirus is "not manmade or genetically modified." Full Article
of El Salvador's president accused of using coronavirus to bolster autocratic agenda By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 21:22:57 -0400 Before a single case of coronavirus, President Nayib Bukele placed El Salvador in lockdown and has engaged in other moves that critics say are authoritarian. Full Article
of Does the coronavirus-killing power of sunlight make it safe to go to the beach? By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 22:06:10 -0400 Since the sun's UV rays are lethal to the coronavirus, it seems like a safe place to be, right? Wrong. Here's what sunlight can and can't do. Full Article
of The U.S. is pushing Mexico to reopen factories even as workers die of COVID-19 By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 22:32:13 -0400 The United States wants Mexico to reopen its border factories, even as the coronavirus spreads and worker deaths rise. Full Article
of Biden denies allegation of sexual assault decades ago By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 1 May 2020 06:00:47 -0400 After trying to remain silent, the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee says the allegation of an assault dating to the 1990s 'isn't true.' Full Article
of Around the globe, snapshots of a halting return to a changed world By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 1 May 2020 17:14:52 -0400 Gradual easing of coronavirus restrictions brings hopes, fears Full Article
of States reopen theaters, restaurants amid coronavirus outbreak as experts warn of second wave By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 1 May 2020 17:44:02 -0400 Texas reopens restaurants, Utah reopens salons. As several states lift coronavirus restrictions, many warn of a second wave if social distancing ends too soon. Full Article
of Coronavirus leaves Washington farmers with a big problem: What do you do with a billion pounds of potatoes? By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 3 May 2020 18:57:08 -0400 Washington state has a billion pounds of potatoes -- with no destination Full Article
of 'Put on a mask and shut up': China's new 'Wolf Warriors' spread hoaxes and attack a world of critics By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 4 May 2020 14:29:15 -0400 The aggressive nationalism of China's diplomats matches the swagger of Xi Jinping's China, which is determined to deflect blame for the coronavirus. Full Article
of Migrants deported by U.S. make up more than 15% of Guatemala's coronavirus cases By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 4 May 2020 22:55:26 -0400 U.S. deportation flights to Guatemala resume -- with promises of testing for coronavirus Full Article
of Mexico's fragile health system running out of room for coronavirus patients By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 4 May 2020 23:38:49 -0400 The coronavirus pandemic is threatening Mexico's fragile public health infrastructure. Full Article
of Scientists say a now-dominant strain of the coronavirus could be more contagious than original By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 5 May 2020 07:00:46 -0400 A mutation in the novel coronavirus has led to a new strain viewed as more contagious than the virus that emerged from China, according to a new study. Full Article
of Trump officials ignored coronavirus warnings, ousted scientist says in complaint By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 5 May 2020 14:30:59 -0400 Rick Bright, pushed out of a job heading a federal research agency, files a complaint saying he was retaliated against for resisting Trump's plans. Full Article
of Hospitals prepare for wave of mental health disorders among their workers By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 6 May 2020 07:00:19 -0400 As many as 20% to 25% of healthcare workers in hard-hit areas, experts say, are likely to develop disorders such as anxiety, depression or post-traumatic stress. Full Article
of 'A profound danger': Experts warn against broad U.S. reopening amid COVID-19 pandemic By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 6 May 2020 17:16:12 -0400 As states lift coronavirus restrictions, none has met federal benchmarks, a health expert warns. The COVID-19 death toll in the U.S. surpasses 73,000. Full Article