Documentaries about Robin Williams, Gloria Allred and Ruth Bader Ginsber and a Lizzie Borden film with Kristen Stewart are among the 110 features set to premiere at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival. The Sundance Institute announced the diverse lineup of films Wednesday for the annual festival in Park City, Utah. …

Almost 14,000 archeological sites and national monuments in the United States could be lost by the year 2100 as seas rise due to climate change, scientists said on Wednesday. The findings offer a glimpse into the vast amount of global cultural heritage that could be destroyed, the study said. One …

Everyone knows about the Rockettes’ high kicks, but do you know how many calories each burns? Would you believe 1,000 calories per show? What do they snack on? M&Ms and fruit and popcorn. What’s the best place to be in their famous kick line? It turns out it makes no …

A Connecticut man who pretended to be pop stars like Justin Bieber and Harry Styles to entice young girls into performing sexual acts during online video chats has been sentenced to 17 years in prison. Federal prosecutors say 50-year-old John Eastman, of Waterbury, was also sentenced Tuesday to a lifetime …

The U.S. television network NBC has fired its leading morning news anchor, Matt Lauer, after receiving a complaint against him describing sexual misconduct. “On Monday night, we received a detailed complaint from a colleague about inappropriate sexual behavior in the workplace by Matt Lauer. It represented, after serious review, a …

Shadia, an Egyptian actress and singer who captivated millions for decades, has died. She was 86. Born Fatimah Shaker but known throughout her career by her single stage name, Shadia suffered a stroke this month and later went into a coma. She died late on Tuesday. Shadia has more than …

Bruce Springsteen on Tuesday announced four more months of intimate concerts on Broadway after his initial run triggered massive interest — and wide disappointment among fans who couldn’t get tickets. The rock legend, who for decades has sold out arenas with his adrenaline-fueled marathon performances, said he would extend his …

Steven Spielberg’s new movie The Post may be set in 1971, but its theme about press freedom is all about today. Spielberg rushed to get the movie filmed and released within a year. It is about the battle by newspapers to publish the leaked Pentagon Papers detailing the U.S. government’s …

Meghan Markle became an advocate for women when she was an 11-year-old elementary school student, and achieving gender equality remains a driving force for the fiancée of Britain’s Prince Harry and self-described “feminist.” Since 2014, the American actress has helped put a global spotlight on the need for equality between …

Thirteen things worth noting about Tuesday’s nominations for the 2018 Grammy Awards: ​THIS IS NOT #OSCARSSOWHITE   The Recording Academy is ensuring black or Latino artists will win big at the show next year: only three white acts are nominated in the top four categories.   Black and Latino artists …

Musicians react to the Grammy Awards nominations, announced Tuesday by The Recording Academy. The 60th annual Grammys will air live from New York on CBS on Jan. 28, 2018. Luis Fonsi on Instagram, regarding his thrice-nominated song Despacito: “In these tumultuous times we are living in, where dividedness abounds, I …

Africa’s most populous city is aiming to become a cultural hub for the continent, as the boisterous city of Lagos hosted the AFRICAN Culture and Design festival. Exhibits included a mix of traditional and modern art, with the goal of expanding awareness of Africa’s creative talents. Some works were an …

A list of nominees in the top categories at the 60th annual Grammy Awards, announced Tuesday by The Recording Academy.   Album of the year: “Awaken, My Love!,” Childish Gambino; “4:44,” Jay-Z; “DAMN.,” Kendrick Lamar; “Melodrama,” Lorde; “24K Magic,” Bruno Mars.   Record of the year: “Redbone,” Childish Gambino; “Despacito,” …

CBS isn’t saying that Jeremy Piven’s freshman series “Wisdom of the Crowd” is canceled, but the actor apparently sees it that way.   “After the network said Monday it won’t expand its initial episode order for the crime drama but declined to address its future, Piven responded with a bittersweet …

Alec Baldwin mixed his Emmy-winning impression of President Donald Trump and the advocacy of a serious Democratic activist Monday, headlining a state party banquet in Des Moines. The actor known lately for his recurring role on Saturday Night Live wowed more than 2,000 party faithful, at times slipping into the …

Britain’s Prince Harry and American actress Meghan Markle will be married at St. George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle in May next year, Kensington palace said Tuesday. “Her Majesty The Queen has granted permission for the wedding to take place in the chapel. The Royal Family will pay for the wedding,” …

When Bruno Mars hit the stage for his first TV special, he could feel the music — in his bones and his veins — and it shows.   Mars’ energetic and slick dance moves and smooth vocals are at the forefront of “Bruno Mars: 24K Magic Live at the Apollo,” …

Houston Ballet artistic director Stanton Welch looked flushed as he stood at the edge of the Hobby Center’s Sarofim Hall stage during a break in the company’s annual Jubilee of Dance performance. The Houston Chronicle reports his military-style jacket seemed apt for the warrior’s role he has played in recent …

Russian election influence, the ever-widening sexual harassment scandal, mass shootings and the opioid epidemic helped elevate the word “complicit” as Dictionary.com’s word of the year for 2017.   Look-ups of the word increased nearly 300 percent over last year as “complicit” hit just about every hot button from politics to …

Late night talk show host Seth Meyers will host the 2018 Golden Globe movie and television awards ceremony in January, organizers said on Monday. It will be the first Golden Globes hosting gig for Myers, 43, whose “Late Night with Seth Meyers” airs on NBC. The Golden Globes ceremony, an …

The Maryland-based production crew for “House of Cards” will continue to get paid for at least another two weeks. The show has been on hiatus since October, when allegations of sexual harassment surfaced against star Kevin Spacey. The Baltimore Sun reported that production company Media Rights Capital has updated the …

She is an entertainment figure in her own right, and an outspoken woman comfortable talking about her background and her passions. American actress Meghan Markle will be a new type of royal when she weds Prince Harry in the spring.   In some ways, Markle – a mixed-race American raised …

Britain’s Prince Harry is officially engaged to American actress Meghan Markle. Harry’s father, Prince Charles, made the announcement in a statement Monday. “His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales is delighted to announce the engagement of Prince Harry to Ms. Meghan Markle.” The statement said the wedding will take place …

Chuey Quintanar has been creating art on living canvas for more than 20 years. A friend gave him a tattoo machine when he was 14 years old, and he has been tattooing ever since. “When I started tattooing, they were still looking at it (tattoos) as a bad thing, but …

Having a tattoo is no longer just a symbol of being in a criminal gang. Famous celebrities showing off their inked bodies show tattoos are becoming more mainstream in many cultures, and an increasing number of people see tattoos as an art form. Tattoos have a history that spans thousands …