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For Lanthimos, ‘Bugonia’ film isn’t a dystopia; It’s real

VENICE, Italy (AP) — In the new Yorgos Lanthimos film “Bugonia,” a disturbed, conspiracy obsessed man kidnaps the head of a pharmaceutical company and tortures her in an attempt to save humanity. The kidnapper, played by Jesse Plemons, believes his hostage, played by Emma Stone, is an ...

Director warns Van Gogh Museum may close if Dutch government doesn’t help fund repairs

THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — The Amsterdam museum that displays a priceless collection of works by one of the world’s most popular artists, Vincent van Gogh, may have to close if the Dutch government doesn’t help foot the bill for major repairs to its aging building, the museum’s director said Thursday. Since its opening in 1973, nearly 57 million visitors have passed through the Van Gogh Museum to gaze at iconic works including one of his paintings of a vase of sunflowers as well as “Almond Blossom,” “The Potato Eaters” and a colorful depiction of his bedroom in the ...

Land yacht

A large boat being stored at the edge of a field at the Washington County Fairgrounds appears to be sailing in a sea of grass earlier this week. The area is used for parking during the fair that begins Saturday. If you have a recent photo that showcases the beauty of the Mid-Ohio Valley, ...

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — It’s a love story and, baby, she said yes: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged, they announced Tuesday. In a five-photo joint post on Instagram, the superstar singer and football player revealed their engagement, the fairytale culmination of a courtship ...

Simon & Schuster CEO Jonathan Karp steps down to launch new imprint

NEW YORK (AP) — The CEO of Simon & Schuster, Jonathan Karp, is stepping down from his position, but will remain with the company as the head of a new imprint. “My north star has always been our authors and their books, and I have decided it’s time for me to return to the part of publishing that animates me the most,” Karp said in a statement Tuesday. “I remain deeply committed to our mission and am excited to remain a devoted shareholder who will support our next leader and the entire team however I can.” Karp, 61, has had an eventful and often tumultuous reign since ...