Gun control advocates march in D.C. Thousands of demonstrators rallied Saturday in Washington to demand tougher gun control laws, many describing themselves as first-time capital marchers who've had enough of gun violence. More
Downey hurt on 'Iron Man 3' set; filming on hold Production on "Iron Man 3" is on hold after star Robert Downey Jr. hurt his foot during filming. Marvel Studios said Thursday that Downey was injured while performing a stunt and "there will be a short delay in production while he recuperates." The 47-year-old actor is shooting the third installment in the superhero franchise in North Carolina. More
'World of Warcraft' Loses Sam Raimi But Gains New Writer According to Variety, Charles Leavitt is the latest screenwriter to give the script for the long-gestating World of Warcraft movie a pass. The project is set up at Legendary Pictures, and apparently, the production company is “sparked” by Leavitt's take on the movie. More
Inflation outpaces earnings, threatens spending WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Consumer prices rose modestly in March amid signs a spike in gasoline costs was ebbing, but inflation still outpaced workers' earnings and threatened to undermine consumer spending. More
Jobless claims cast cloud on labor market The number of Americans filing for jobless aid rose last week to the highest level since January, a development that could raise fears the labor market recovery was stalling after job creation slowed in March. More
This Week In History May 5, Shepard is first American in space. On May 5, 1961, astronaut Alan B. Shepard Jr. became America’s first space traveler as he made a 15-minute suborbital flight aboard Mercury capsule Freedom 7 ... 05/4/2024 - 8:06 am | View Link
Lewiston bowling alley reopens 6 months after Maine’s deadliest mass shooting It’s a dilemma no business owner should have to face: whether to reopen after a mass shooting. The answer didn’t come easily to Justin and Samantha Juray. 05/3/2024 - 12:58 pm | View Link
Canada will send $65M for humanitarian assistance and economic development to Lebanon Canada is providing $65 million in developmental funding and humanitarian relief to Lebanon, International Development Minister Ahmed Hussen said Friday. 05/3/2024 - 6:38 am | View Link
That was it? A Bucks season that started with promise and high expectations ends early again Giannis pairing created excitement and high expectations for the Bucks season, but the team was never really able to put it all together. 05/2/2024 - 11:07 pm | View Link
'Bare-adise' adventure: This nude cruise is due to set sail from Miami in 2025 What do you need to pack for a cruise? When it comes to this upcoming cruise from tour and travel company Bare Necessities, the answer appears to be very little. 05/2/2024 - 9:31 am | View Link
When, oh when, are we going to get some more David Lynch in our lives? His longtime producer Sabrina Sutherland offered some sad news and a bit of hope in a recent online Q&A.
As Star Wars fans celebrated May the Fourth with several franchise-related trailer releases, posters and more, William Shatner offered his support for the cause with a playful sideswipe at the children who follow the Lucasfilm saga. As he has done several times in the past, Shatner shared a social media post to both help fans along in their celebration, and also remind them that there is always the Star Trek franchise waiting for them to grow-up into.
Tyrese Gibson recently shared that Fast & Furious 11 is cruising toward a rocky start with filming delays that could significantly impact its release. The industry-wide strikes have thrown a wrench into the works of many major films and Universal Pictures' flagship series is not an exception.
Doctor Sleep actor Jocelin Donahue recently revealed that the canceled plans for the sequel will explore the controversial plot of Stephen King's 2013 novel. The first film opted to omit the divisive aspect of the novel.