The New York Times – Film:
A British nonprofit helps patients escape the stress and boredom of ward life by watching the latest blockbusters.
Author: Alex Marshall
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Gary Glitter Is Charged With Assaulting a Young Girl in the 1970s
The New York Times – Music:
British prosecutors have charged the singer with multiple counts of indecent assault of a minor, including one of unlawful sex.
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Canada Will Compete in Eurovision Song Contest
The New York Times – Music:
The country’s national broadcaster confirmed that it is joining the world’s most popular singing contest next year. Some fans are urging it to send a star like Shania Twain.
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Victor Willis, Village People Frontman, Dies at 74
The New York Times – Music:
Willis, who often performed dressed as a helmeted police officer, co-wrote the group’s biggest hits including “Y.M.C.A” and “Macho Man.”
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Bulgaria Wins Eurovision Song Contest as Israel Comes Second
The New York Times – Music:
Five countries boycotted this year’s contest over Israel’s involvement, but politics took a back seat once the show in Vienna got underway.