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Balmain hires Antonin Tron, moving brand from celebrity flash to fabric-first design

PARIS (AP) — Balmain has named French designer Antonin Tron as its new creative director. Known for his structured minimalism, Tron will follow Olivier Rousteing's celebrity-driven era. This move signals a shift from sequined spectacle to construction-led refinement, echoing founder Pierre Balmain’s “architecture of movement.” Tron starts in November and will present his first collection at Paris Fashion Week in March for fall-winter 2026. Balmain, founded in 1945, is a storied French fashion house. Tron’s craft-driven approach is seen as exciting and modern, aligning with Balmain's values of creativity, modernity, and elegance.

Movie Review: Time has outrun this 'Running Man'

It’s always interesting when time overtakes the dystopias of the past. In Stephen King’s 1982 novel “The Running Man,” the United States has fallen into a totalitarian state divided between haves and have-nots. All movements can be surveilled and realistic video propaganda is easily generated. King’s book was set in the year 2025. Edgar Wright’s new big-screen adaptation is fittingly but awkwardly timed. Arriving in the year of King’s imagined dystopia, its near-future has little in it that isn’t already plausible today. That makes this “Running Man” feel a step, or two, behind, writes AP Film Writer Jake Coyle in his review.

Cleto Escobedo III, Jimmy Kimmel's bandleader and childhood friend, dies at 59

Jimmy Kimmel is mourning the death of his longtime friend and bandleader, Cleto Escobedo III. Escobedo was 59. Kimmel announced the news Tuesday on Instagram and expressed deep heartbreak. The two met as children in Las Vegas and grew up across the street from each other. Escobedo became a professional saxophonist, touring with Earth, Wind and Fire and Paula Abdul. When ABC's “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” began in 2003, Kimmel chose Escobedo to lead the house band. Kimmel said they had unmatched chemistry. Escobedo is survived by his wife Lori and their two children. Kimmel asked for prayers for Escobedo’s family.

There's a Gary Cole for every TV fan. Now, he's leading an 'NCIS' Veterans Day special

TV star Gary Cole is used to being recognized for appearing in “The West Wing,” “Veep” or “Office Space.” These days he gets stopped in the street for starring in “NCIS,” the long-running and successful procedural show set in a naval investigative office. To mark Veterans Day on Tuesday, there’s a special crossover episode with a mystery starting on “NCIS: Origins” that reappears in the main “NCIS” show. Cole has met service members since featuring on the series and spent time on an aircraft carrier. He also says that most real NCIS agents are at least 15 years younger than him.

Movie Review: ‘Now You See Me: Now You Don’t’ brings back the magic with new faces and tricks

The third “Now You See Me” movie, titled “Now You See Me: Now You Don’t,” brings back the magic with a global twist. Directed by Ruben Fleischer, this sequel reunites the original Four Horsemen and introduces a new generation of magicians. The film kicks off with a clever heist targeting crypto bros and expands to locations like Belgium and South Africa. The plot centers on stealing the Heart Diamond from a villainous character played by Rosamund Pike. The movie embraces physical magic tricks over CGI, offering a refreshing return to old-school illusions. It’s a crowd-pleaser with a fourth installment already in the works.

Sally Kirkland, stage and screen star who earned an Oscar nomination in 'Anna,' dies at age 84

NEW YORK (AP) — Sally Kirkland, a former model turned actor, has died at age 84. Known for her roles in "The Sting" and the Oscar-nominated "Anna," Kirkland died on Tuesday. Her friends set up a GoFundMe for her medical care after she suffered multiple fractures and infections. Kirkland's career spanned films like "The Way We Were" and "JFK," and TV shows like "Criminal Minds" and "Roseanne." She studied acting with renowned mentors and appeared in Shakespearean plays. Kirkland was also active in New Age groups and volunteered for various causes, including AIDS and cancer support.

Puzzles? Sports? Birdsong? The variety of new nonfiction means there's something for everyone

Looking for the perfect book gift? Reach for nonfiction and take advantage of variety. For art lovers, Derrick Adams' monograph showcases 150 works exploring Black American culture. Puzzle fans might enjoy “Puzzle Mania!” from The New York Times. History buffs can dive into “Frank S. Matsura,” which highlights the photographer's work in the American West. Bird enthusiasts might love “Bird Talk,” a fun guide to identifying bird calls. And for cocktail lovers, “Both Sides of the Glass” offers recipes for both mocktails and cocktails. Diverse options ensure there's something for everyone on your list.

These children's books from 2025 make great holiday gifts for every age group

The Associated Press has created a holiday gift guide of some of the standout books for kids from 2025. Giving a book is a great way to share the love of reading. For ages 0-3, titles like “I Love You, Little Moose!” and “Why Does the Wind Blow?” offer vibrant illustrations and simple stories. Early readers can enjoy “Bitty and Bub, Best Buds” and “Don’t Trust Fish,” which combine humor with learning. Middle-grade readers have options like “Maker Girl and Professor Smarts” and “The Weirdies.” Young adults can explore themes of identity and resilience in books like “The Story of My Anger” and “Leave It on the Track.”

A happy circumstance: Bob Ross paintings sell for more than $600K to help public TV stations

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Three paintings from public television legend Bob Ross have sold for over $600,000 at auction. The sales took place Tuesday at Bonhams in Los Angeles. The paintings are part of a collection of 30 works being sold to support public TV stations affected by federal funding cuts. "Winter's Peace," painted during a 1993 episode of Ross' show "The Joy of Painting," fetched $318,000. "Home in the Valley" sold for more than $200,000 and "Cliffside" brought in more than $100,000. Proceeds will help stations pay licensing fees for popular programs. The famously gentle and bushy-haired Ross, who died in 1995, remains a beloved figure in art and television.