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More than just a bowl of noodles, ramen in Japan is an experience and a tourist attraction

More than just a bowl of noodles, ramen in Japan is an experience and a tourist attraction

TOKYO (AP) — Spicy, steaming, slurpy ramen might be everyone’s favorite Japanese food. In Tokyo, long lines circle around blocks, and waiting an hour for your ramen is normal.
US births fell last year, marking an end to the late pandemic rebound, experts say

US births fell last year, marking an end to the late pandemic rebound, experts say

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. births fell last year, resuming a long national slide. A little under 3.6 million babies were born in 2023, according to provisional statistics released Thursday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
'A little wacky': Tim Hortons to stage theatrical production called 'The Last Timbit'

'A little wacky': Tim Hortons to stage theatrical production called 'The Last Timbit'

In the last year, Tim Hortons has treated cottaging Canadians to a boat drivethru, revived its beloved Dutchie doughnut and launched flatbread pizzas.
Pop musician Shawn Hook thought he may never sing again after tonsil cancer diagnosis

Pop musician Shawn Hook thought he may never sing again after tonsil cancer diagnosis

TORONTO — Shawn Hook is plotting his return to pop music after a tonsil cancer diagnosis threatened to silence his singing career.
The Rolling Stones set to play New Orleans Jazz Fest 2024, opening Thursday

The Rolling Stones set to play New Orleans Jazz Fest 2024, opening Thursday

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — It looks like the third time is the charm as the 2024 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage festival prepares, again, for The Rolling Stones to perform.
This 'supereasy ramen' recipe shows how easy it is to make the Japanese noodle dish at home

This 'supereasy ramen' recipe shows how easy it is to make the Japanese noodle dish at home

TOKYO (AP) — Ramen noodles are so popular they have become one reason to visit Japan. But ramen can easily be cooked at home too, especially if you can find the ingredients at your neighborhood Asian grocery store.
John Lithgow takes on the role of the new kid in school for a PBS special celebrating arts education

John Lithgow takes on the role of the new kid in school for a PBS special celebrating arts education

At 78, John Lithgow's acting career is not slowing down. He appeared in the best picture nominee “Killers of the Flower Moon” and starred with Jeff Bridges in the FX series “The Old Man.
Movie Review: A lyrical portrait of childhood in Cabrini-Green with ‘We Grown Now’

Movie Review: A lyrical portrait of childhood in Cabrini-Green with ‘We Grown Now’

Two 11-year-old boys navigate school, friendship, family and change in Minhal Baig’s lyrical drama “We Grown Now.
Judge declines to dismiss lawsuits filed against rapper Travis Scott over deadly Astroworld concert

Judge declines to dismiss lawsuits filed against rapper Travis Scott over deadly Astroworld concert

HOUSTON (AP) — A judge has declined to dismiss hundreds of lawsuits filed against rap star Travis Scott over his role in the deadly 2021 Astroworld festival in which 10 people were killed in a crowd surge.
Hot Docs boss says 'future of the organization is in jeopardy' as festival launches

Hot Docs boss says 'future of the organization is in jeopardy' as festival launches

Canada’s largest documentary film festival kicks off Thursday amid ongoing uncertainty over its finances, concerns over a mass staff exodus and a new president who says survival depends on reimagining it as a “leaner, meaner version.
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