Entertainment
Berlin opening new addition to its Museum Island complex
Berlin, Jul 10 (AP/UNB) — Berlin is opening a new addition to its Museum Island complex, a stylish building described by officials as a milestone in a long-term effort to renovate the neoclassical ensemble that is home to treasures such as Babylon's Ishtar Gate and a famous bust of Egyptian Queen Nefertiti.
3 vehicles owned by Elvis Presley going up for auction
Los Angeles, Jul 10 (AP/UNB) — Elvis Presley fans can take to the road in his personal stretch limousine, on his last motorcycle or in a pickup truck if they have the money, an auction house announced Wednesday.
Lady Gaga heralds the coming of her makeup line on Amazon
New York, Jul 10 (AP/UNB) — The last thing the world needs, Lady Gaga says, is another beauty brand. But that's too bad.
Hollywood executive's book recalls misbehaving stars, moguls
Los Angeles, Jul 10 (AP/UNB) — Former Hollywood executive Harris Katleman has an eclectic, five-decade track record that could only be the result of skill, moxie and luck.
Canadian theater chain defends screening anti-abortion film
Vancouver, Jul 10 (AP/UNB) — The head of Cineplex Entertainment is defending the decision to show an American anti-abortion movie in the face of strong criticism from some abortion rights groups.
"The Lion King" cast talks reimagining the Disney classic
Los Angeles, Jul 10 (AP/UNB) — Disney's "The Lion King" has received no shortage of remakes and spinoffs in the years since its original 1994 release. Now, as the film nears its silver anniversary, Disney delivers a new take on the animated musical.
Japanese entertainment tycoon Johnny Kitagawa dies at 87
Tokyo, Jul 10 (AP/UNB) — Johnny Kitagawa, a kingpin of Japan's entertainment industry for more than half a century who produced famous boybands including Arashi and SMAP, has died. He was 87.
Jay-Z partners with cannabis company as brand strategist
Los Angeles, July 9 (AP/UNB) — Jay-Z is heading into the legal marijuana industry as a chief brand strategist in partnership with a California cannabis product company.
Lady Gaga heralds the coming of her makeup line on Amazon
New York, July 9 (AP/UNB) — The last thing the world needs, Lady Gaga says, is another beauty brand. But that's too bad.
Rock 'n' roll pioneer Dave Bartholomew laid to rest
New Orleans, Jul 9 (AP/UNB) — Hundreds of family members, friends, fans and fellow musicians gathered in New Orleans Monday to bid farewell to rock 'n' roll pioneer Dave Bartholomew.