TikTok star Lynn Yamada “Lynja” Davis gained a following for her hip and comedic cooking tutorials. (Jordan Strauss / Invision / Associated Press) Lynn Yamada Davis, a social media star known for her fast-paced and kooky “Cooking With Lynja” online tutorials, has died. Hannah Shofet, Davis’ eldest daughter, confirmed Friday to The Times that her … Read more
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Yemen’s Houthi rebels vowed fierce retaliation Friday for American and British strikes against them, further raising the prospect of a wider conflict in a region already beset by Israel’s war in Gaza. The bombardment — launched in response to a recent campaign of drone and missile attacks on commercial … Read more
A coroner’s inquest for Sammy Yatim, a Toronto teen who was shot by a police officer on an empty streetcar, is set to begin today. Yatim was 18 when he was shot by Const. James Forcillo in July 2013. The teen, who was holding a small knife, was hit by two separate volleys of bullets. … Read more
Hearing aids have progressed from chunky gadgets to discreet buds that can be inserted within the ear cavity. Getty Images Hearing aids have progressed from chunky gadgets to discreet buds that can be inserted within the ear cavity. Getty Images How many people do you know – or have seen – wearing glasses and contact … Read more
Hanging on to New Year’s resolutions is not always in your best interest, according to experts. Illustration: Talib Jariwala Hanging on to New Year’s resolutions is not always in your best interest, according to experts. Illustration: Talib Jariwala The second Friday in January has the unwelcome distinction of being dubbed Quitter’s Day. Falling on the … Read more
The move could signal an impending announcement from Rachel Notley that she won’t lead the party into the next election, said political scientist Duane Bratt Calgary NDP MLA Kathleen Ganley has posted a campaign-style video, signalling a possible leadership bid. Darren Makowichuk/Postmedia A campaign-style video posted by Calgary NDP MLA Kathleen Ganley is the opening … Read more
LOS ANGELES – Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic has been fined US$25,000 by the NBA for publicly criticizing the officiating. Rajakovic was punished for a lengthy rant after Toronto’s 132-131 loss to the Lakers in Los Angeles on Tuesday. He was angry that referees gave the Lakers 23 free throws to the Raptors two … Read more
Jessica Simpson’s daughter Maxwell is stepping into the spotlight, by recreating one of her mom’s most unforgettable reality television moments. Maxwell, 11, is already growing up to be her mom’s total twin, and the two used that to their advantage for their latest commercial, a nod to the “Take My Breath Away’ singer’s time on … Read more
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) – Six-time NFL champion Bill Belichick agreed to part ways as the coach of the New England Patriots on Thursday, bringing an end to his 24-year tenure as the architect of the most decorated dynasty of the league’s Super Bowl era, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press … Read more
Simon Cowell and his fiancée Lauren Silverman stepped out for a rare public outing in London on Wednesday evening to support the music mogul’s America’s Got Talent co-star, Sofia Vergara, for a VIP screening of her upcoming Netflix series, Griselda. The Syco boss, 64, and his fiancée, 46, were dressed to the nines for the glitzy night out and, … Read more