The Writers Guild of America said in an email to member that the deal was ‘exceptional – with meaningful gains and protections for writers in every sector of the membership.’
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David McCallum, star of ‘Man From U.N.C.L.E.’ and ‘NCIS,’ dies at 90
The actor became a teen heartthrob in the hit series ‘The Man From U.N.C.L.E.,’ where he played the good looking, enigmatic and intellectual character Illya Kuryakin.
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Contract deal brings tears of joy to Hollywood writers, and relief to a city scarred by strikes
The Writers Guild of America released an official statement to its members calling the tentative agreement ‘exceptional.’
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Rare tickets to Ford’s Theatre on the night Lincoln was assassinated sell for $262,500
The handwritten seating assignments and the circular April 14th-dated stamp match those found on other known authentic tickets.
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Tentative deal reached to end Hollywood writers strike; no deal yet for actors
After nearly five months, Writers Guild of America leaders and Hollywood studios reached a tentative agreement Sunday to end a historic screenwriters strike.
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Usher to headline 2024 Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
‘It’s an honor of a lifetime to finally check a Super Bowl performance off my bucket list,’ Usher said in a statement. ‘I can’t wait to bring the world a show unlike anything else they’ve seen from me before.’
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At 89, Maine artist Alison Hildreth is still mixing it up
Multiple exhibitions and a documentary are examining her ongoing career.
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Retired academics – devoted spouses and lovers of poetry – reveal a sinister side in Stephen King’s latest
The shy but tough Holly Gibney finally takes the lead, and the title, in ‘Holly.’
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This Cape Elizabeth senior started writing a musical in middle school. Now, it’s hitting the stage.
Hadley Johnson wrote the music, lyrics and book for ‘Afterthought.’ She’s also the director, choreographer and star.
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Back at old job, Marvel star Anthony Mackie lends a hand to New Orleans’ post-Ida roof repair effort
Movie star Anthony Mackie was back in his home town as he took part in a program to help people needing roof repairs and replacements after natural disasters.