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Taylor Swift attends Knicks' record-breaking rally over Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals

NEW YORK (AP) — Taylor Swift saw a memorable Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden. Swift wore a blue T-shirt with “Stevie Knicks” printed on it in orange. Reports emerged in recent weeks that she and fiance Travis Kelce are set to host their upcoming wedding inside the arena. The couple attended Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals between the Knicks and Cavaliers, not far from where Kelce is from in Cleveland Heights, Ohio. Swift celebrated Wednesday night after the Knicks completed a record rally from 29 points down to beat the Spurs 107-106.

'Doctor Who' future uncertain as BBC scraps Christmas special and showrunner exits

LONDON (AP) — The future of "Doctor Who” is uncertain after the BBC canceled a planned Christmas special. Showrunner Russell T. Davies has confirmed his exit, saying the episode wasn't written and no actor was chosen for the Doctor's role. The BBC announced Wednesday that Davies and production company Bad Wolf decided not to proceed with the special. The broadcaster says it aims to invest in the show's long-term future and is seeking new production partners. "Doctor Who,” first aired in 1963, has entertained generations of fans, with more than a dozen actors playing the lead role. Davies, who revived the show in 2005, says its future remains "exciting and unpredictable.”

French singer Patrick Bruel charged with rape, attempted rape and sexual assault

PARIS (AP) — French singer and actor Patrick Bruel faces preliminary charges of rape, attempted rape, sexual assault, and harassment involving several women between 2008 and 2019. He denies the allegations. The prosecutor's office said on Thursday that the 67-year-old appeared before four investigative judges after two days in police custody. The investigation includes incidents in France, Brussels, and Switzerland. Released under strict supervision, Bruel must surrender his passport and post bail. Media reports have brought more allegations to light. Bruel, a major star since the late 1980s, has canceled his upcoming shows in France, Canada, Switzerland, and Belgium.

Glenn Close will get an Oscar at last — honorarily. So will Ridley Scott and animator Floyd Norman

Glenn Close is finally getting an Oscar. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced Wednesday that she will receive an honorary Academy Award at the annual Governors Awards. Close, an eight-time nominee, is known for her emotional range and complex characters. The awards often honor artists with legendary careers but no competitive Oscar. Director Ridley Scott and animator Floyd Norman will also receive honorary Oscars. Scott, known for films like “Alien” and “Gladiator,” has been nominated four times without a win. Norman is celebrated for breaking barriers and inspiring generations of artists.

Keith Urban didn't set out to record a yacht rock record. But then he entered the 'Flow State'

NEW YORK (AP) — Keith Urban didn't set out to record a yacht rock covers album. It just happened. “Flow State” features 10 covers and an original track with a giant of the genre, Michael McDonald. Urban says the project started spontaneously in his Nashville studio, where he recorded songs with session musicians. The album grew over months, capturing the joy of music without commercial pressures. Urban's unique take on classics includes collaborations with Little Big Town and John Mayer. The original song “We Go Back” was written in 2020 and finally recorded with McDonald. Urban describes the album as a soothing escape during divisive times.

As FIFA entices a new generation of fans, a Brazil influencer's platform will stream all 104 games

GUADALAJARA, Mexico (AP) — In Brazil, home of soccer-mad fans and the five-time world champions, the only way to watch all 104 games of the World Cup will be through the streaming platform anchored by a digital influencer. Elsewhere, YouTube and TikTok users will get to see parts of the matches live for the first time. Forget about the exclusivity of traditional over-the-air networks. That's giving way to digital platforms and streaming services. The World Cup will be watched differently this time. Younger audiences will get increased access to soccer’s showcase event as FIFA pushes to engage the next generation of fans.

Chrystia Freeland's 'Unreliable Boyfriend' offers front-row seat to US-Canada tensions

NEW YORK (AP) — Former Canada Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland is writing a book about her nation's tense relationship with the United States. Simon & Schuster will publish “Unreliable Boyfriend” on Oct. 13. Freeland describes her book as a story about power, democracy, and the choices countries make when old rules no longer seem to apply. She often clashed with President Donald Trump while in office. She was targeted by Trump during negotiations for the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement. She later resigned from Justin Trudeau's cabinet and briefly served under Prime Minister Mark Carney. Freeland will soon become Warden of Rhodes House in Oxford.

Hollywood directors reach tentative 4-year deal with studios and streamers

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hollywood directors have reached a four-year tentative contract agreement with studios and streaming services. The Directors Guild of America and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers struck the deal Tuesday after four weeks of talks. This is the first negotiation under new DGA President Christopher Nolan. Similar four-year deals have been ratified recently by unions representing writers and actors. This agreement adds to the likelihood of long-term labor peace in Hollywood despite industry upheavals. The collective bargaining agreement must still be approved by the guild’s national board and ratified by the guild membership.

Movie Review: This train’s going fast, but the jokes fly even faster in “Stop! That! Train!’

The runaway bullet train travels fast in “Stop! That! Train!” But the jokes and gags? They come even faster. There's a sweet madcap feel to the movie, a disaster-flick spoof directed by Adam Shankman and starring RuPaul and alums from the “Drag Race” universe. RuPaul is a hoot as President Judy Gagwell, but the heart of the movie, writes Associated Press critic Jocelyn Noveck in her review, is the duo of Tess and DeeDee (“Drag Race” alums Ginger Minj and Jujubee), train hostesses whose friendship is tested as they navigate a perilous ride through a catastrophic “Stormaganza.” Opens Friday in theaters.