The portrayal of late Atlanta Journal-Constitution reporter Kathy Scruggs in Clint Eastwood’s “Jewell” has been heavily criticized for perpetuating a false and misogynistic view of Scruggs and female journalists overall.
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‘Moonstruck,’ ‘Do the Right Thing’ actor Danny Aiello dead at 86
Aiello started out in small roles in the movies “Bang the Drum Slowly” and “The Godfather, Part II” before his breakout role as the hapless lover dumped by Cher in “Moonstruck.”
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Weinstein lawyer says 98% of creditors agreeing to settle sexual harassment claims
A lawyer for The Weinstein Co. says 98% of creditors are joining a tentative settlement that plaintiffs say includes $25 million for over two dozen actresses and former employees.
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Grammy-winner Anderson .Paak supports hometown arts center
The Grammy winner visited the Oxnard Performing Arts and Convention Center and urged his fans to donate to keep the city-owned facility open.
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FCC votes to set up 3-digit suicide hotline number like 911
Once it’s implemented, people will just need to dial 988 to seek help, similar to calling 911 for emergencies or 311 for city services.
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Actors whose bus crashed near Waterville dream of going home for Christmas
A Nebraska theater troupe got scrooged by the crash, which led it to cancel its national tour of “A Christmas Carol.”
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Trump criticizes teenage activist Greta Thunberg after Time honor
It’s not the first time the president has complained after not being similarly recognized for his influence.
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Justice watchdog says FBI investigation warranted, but many errors were made
Inspector General Michael Horowitz says the FBI’s probe of the Trump campaign was not motivated by partisan bias, but he says mistakes preclude him from vindicating former bureau leaders.
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‘Parasite,’ ‘Jojo Rabbit’ get a boost from Screen Actors Guild nominations
Scarlett Johansson also received two individual nominations from SAG, considered a bellwether for the Oscars.
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Nobel winner Handke not welcome in Sarajevo and Kosovo
Sarajevo’s regional parliament and Kosovo’s foreign minister have said Nobel Literature Prize laureate Peter Handke is not welcome for his apologist views toward Serb war crimes.