| Boston Pops unveils musical tribute to Kennedys Robert De Niro has played a lot of tough guys in his acting career, but a softer side quickly emerged as he recalled his friendship with the Kennedy family just hours before he was to help the Boston Pops perform the world premiere of a musical tribute to President John F. Kennedy and Senators Robert and Edward Kennedy. cbc.ca |
Critics’ Choice: New CD’s by Christina Aguilera and Lil Jon New releases from Christina Aguilera, Lil Jon and others. feeds.nytimes.com |
Mercury Prize Hoping 2010 Nominees Will Shine Brighter Following the commercial disappointment of the 2009 winner, Speech Debelle, finalists for the 2010 prize include Paul Weller, Corinne Bailey Rae and Dizzee Rascal. feeds.nytimes.com |
Order of Canada honours conferred Gov. Gen. Michaëlle Jean presides over an Order of Canada investiture ceremony in Ottawa, bestowing the honour on four companions, 19 officers and 30 members. cbc.ca |
Katy Perry too risqué for Sesame Street Sesame Street has pulled an upcoming segment featuring chart-topper Katy Perry after receiving criticism that the pop singer's outfit is too risqué for children. cbc.ca |