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Treasury ends enforcement of business ownership database meant to stop shell company formation

Treasury ends enforcement of business ownership database meant to stop shell company formation

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Treasury Department announced it will not enforce a Biden-era small business rule intended to curb money laundering and shell company formation.

Book Review: 'The Art of the SNL Portrait’ gives a rare inside look at Mary Ellen Matthews’ work

NEW YORK (AP) — Amid all the hoopla surrounding Saturday Night Live’s 50th anniversary in February, one part of the show received little fanfare: the portraits of the host and musical guest that pop up before and after commercial breaks.
Canada waiting to see if Trump starts North American trade war with steep tariffs

Canada waiting to see if Trump starts North American trade war with steep tariffs

WASHINGTON — Canada is waiting to see whether U.S. President Donald Trump follows through on his threat to impose economy-wide tariffs as key members of his administration suggest a final decision still has not been made. U.S.
Book Review: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s latest novel marks a vibrant return

Book Review: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s latest novel marks a vibrant return

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s “Dream Count” feels like a homecoming. The Nigerian author’s first work of longform fiction in over a decade reminds us of the sharp wisdom and sturdy empathy that have made her one of the most celebrated voices in fiction.
Book Review: 'Eternal Flame' recounts The Bangles' turbulent run as all-female '80s pop sensations

Book Review: 'Eternal Flame' recounts The Bangles' turbulent run as all-female '80s pop sensations

For members of The Bangles, the quintessential all-female band of the 1980s, “Walk Like An Egyptian” was an aberration — not just a departure from their rock-influenced roots, but running counter to it.
The Latest: 'Anora' wins best picture at the 97th Academy Awards

The Latest: 'Anora' wins best picture at the 97th Academy Awards

LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Anora,” a strip club Cinderella story without the fairy tale ending, was crowned best picture at the 97th Academy Awards on Sunday, handing Sean Baker’s gritty, Brooklyn-set screwball farce Hollywood’s top prize.
How springing forward to daylight saving time could affect your health -- and how to prepare

How springing forward to daylight saving time could affect your health -- and how to prepare

WASHINGTON (AP) — Most of America “springs forward” Sunday for daylight saving time and losing that hour of sleep can do more than leave you tired and cranky the next day. It also could harm your health.
Ariana Grande goes full Glinda, 'Wicked' bestie Erivo does Elphaba proud in green on Oscars carpet

Ariana Grande goes full Glinda, 'Wicked' bestie Erivo does Elphaba proud in green on Oscars carpet

NEW YORK (AP) — Ariana Grande did her Glinda proud in a pale pink stunner, and her “Wicked” bestie Cynthia Erivo honored Elphaba in deep forest green on the Oscars carpet as high glam took over Sunday.
Alternative lender Goeasy names ex-Scotiabank exec Dan Rees as new CEO

Alternative lender Goeasy names ex-Scotiabank exec Dan Rees as new CEO

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Alternative lender Goeasy Ltd. says it has named former Scotiabank executive Dan Rees as CEO. Rees comes on board as the lender aims to grow its loan portfolio from $4.
Book Review: A memoir of rescuing a baby hare shows how to live gently with the wildlife around us

Book Review: A memoir of rescuing a baby hare shows how to live gently with the wildlife around us

Chloe Dalton was taking a winter walk near her farmhouse when she encountered it: a tiny baby hare — known as a leveret — lying huddled and alone in the middle of a narrow country lane.