Richaune rises in 'The Walking Dead: The Living' starring Andrew Lincoln and Danai Gurira
PASADENA, Calif. (AP) – Love can bloom in the strangest places, even in a post-apocalyptic world where zombies threaten your life all day long. That's what happened to The Walking Dead characters Rick Grimes and Michonne, played by Andrew Lincoln and Danai Gurira. The actors, who were just friends in the comics, had such chemistry on screen that fans were rooting for, prompting the writers to change tack, and they ended up becoming a couple. The actors are currently co-starring in a limited series called “The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live,” which premieres Sunday on AMC and AMC+.
Criminal case over handwritten lyrics for “Hotel California'' goes to trial
NEW YORK (AP) – A criminal trial over the handwritten lyrics of the classic rock hit “Hotel California” and other popular Eagles songs has begun in New York. Opening statements began Wednesday. The three defendants are well-established figures in the collectibles world. They are accused of plotting to thwart efforts by Eagles co-founder Don Henley to recover documents that were allegedly obtained fraudulently. Rare book seller Glenn Horowitz, former Rock and Roll Hall of Fame curator Craig Inciardi and memorabilia seller Edward Kosinski have pleaded not guilty to conspiracy and various other charges. The lawsuit centers on more than 80 pages of lyric drafts for songs from the album “Hotel California.'' Released in 1976, this album is the third best-selling album of all time in the United States
This is an election year, and Biden's team is taking a more aggressive stance toward the press.
NEW YORK (AP) – There has yet to be a declaration that journalists are “enemies of the people.” But there are signs that President Joe Biden's team is starting to more actively and publicly challenge the way the president is portrayed. Within the past two weeks, administration aides sent an unusual letter to White House correspondents complaining about coverage of the special counsel's report on Biden's handling of classified documents. Separately, Biden's campaign said that while the press spotlighted concerns about the 81-year-old president's fitness to hold office, his opponent Donald Trump spoke out about protecting North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) allies. He criticized her for not paying much attention to the comments she received.
Coast Guard launches boat warning system in Seattle to keep whales safe
SEATTLE (AP) – The U.S. Coast Guard is embarking on one of its most unique missions ever in Puget Sound: a pilot program to alert vessels to whale sightings. The program protects large marine mammals from boat collisions and noise in Washington state's heavily used inland waters. The program comes as visits by killer whales and humpback whales increase in the region. The alert will be sent to all commercial and transport vessels, and wildlife advocates say it is the first step in an ambitious plan to keep the whales safe, including thermal cameras and acoustic monitoring.
2021 Jury selection begins in Alec Baldwin shooting death 'Last' armorer trial
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Prosecutors are seeking responsibility for the death of a cinematographer who was shot and killed by actor Alec Baldwin during rehearsals for the Western movie “The Last” in 2021. Jury selection in the Weapons Supervisor trial began Wednesday. Hannah Gutierrez-Reid of Santa Fe; Her lawyer maintains she is not responsible for Halina Hutchins' death, but prosecutors claim Ms. Gutierrez-Reed unwittingly brought live ammunition onto the set in a series of acts of negligence. The case also affects Baldwin, who is charged with a separate count of manslaughter, but no trial date has been set for Baldwin.
United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Boston diverted due to damage to one wing
NEW YORK (AP) – United Airlines says a flight from San Francisco to Boston suffered damage to one of its wings and had to be diverted. United Airlines said its Boeing 757-200 plane carrying 165 passengers landed in Denver on Monday to address an issue with a slat on one of its wings. The plane landed safely. The passengers were put on another plane and arrived in Boston later that day. United Airlines did not say what caused the wing damage. Boston 25 News broadcast a video of a passenger showing the panel partially shredded.
Kevin Costner and Christine Baumgartner's divorce has been finalized, officially ending their marriage.
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (AP) – Kevin Costner and his wife of nearly 20 years, Christine Baumgartner, have divorced. The pair were declared single by a Santa Barbara County judge, according to California court records filed Tuesday. Baumgartner, a model and handbag designer, filed for divorce from the Oscar-winning film and television star nine months ago. After a public battle over custody and child support for their three teenage children, the two appeared to be headed for an ugly trial. However, a settlement agreement was reached in September that allowed them to avoid that. The two began dating in 1998 and married in 2004. This was Costner's second marriage.
Colorado man dies after being bitten by pet dog bear
A Colorado man has died after being bitten by his pet American dog bear, authorities said. Lakewood police said 34-year-old Christopher Ward died at a hospital Friday, four days after being bitten by a venomous lizard. If confirmed, this death would be a rare case of a person being killed by the Gila monster, which lives in the American Southwest. Bites can cause severe pain, but are usually not fatal. Jefferson County coroner officials declined to comment, including whether tests had determined whether the man died from lizard venom or other medical conditions. Officers took the lizard and another animal to a sanctuary in South Dakota.
Beatles to acquire Fab Four for biopic of Paul, John, George and Ringo
NEW YORK (AP) – The Beatles are getting a biopic treatment on the big screen in The Fab Four, a movie that gives each band member their own movie. Both films will be directed by Sam Mendes. For the first time, the Beatles give full life and music rights to a film project. Sony Pictures announced Monday a deal that could dwarf previous music biopics, spreading the stories of Paul McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison and Ringo Starr over four films. These films are scheduled for theatrical release in his 2027 year, and both films may coexist or intersect in theaters.
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