Video in case against Pooh Shiesty shows him pressing for record label release, prosecutors say
Read full article: Video in case against Pooh Shiesty shows him pressing for record label release, prosecutors sayProsecutors say a video shows rapper Pooh Shiesty pressing for his release from fellow rapper Gucci Mane’s record label while an armed man blocks a door during an alleged robbery at a Texas music studio in January.
How 'Country Roads' became the soundtrack of the US team's World Cup run
Read full article: How 'Country Roads' became the soundtrack of the US team's World Cup runJohn Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads” has become the unofficial anthem of the U.S. men’s national soccer team at the World Cup, with players and fans singing it together after victories.
Supreme Court declines to halt $800-a-day fine for ex-Fox News reporter refusing to divulge sources
Read full article: Supreme Court declines to halt $800-a-day fine for ex-Fox News reporter refusing to divulge sourcesThe Supreme Court has declined to intervene after a judge ordered former Fox News reporter Catherine Herridge to be fined $800 a day.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donate $26M to charities ahead of wedding
Read full article: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce donate $26M to charities ahead of weddingTaylor Swift and Travis Kelce have donated $26 million to charities this week ahead of their Friday wedding at Madison Square Garden.
Soccer fans are into this year's World Cup, but the US still isn't a soccer nation, new poll finds
Read full article: Soccer fans are into this year's World Cup, but the US still isn't a soccer nation, new poll findsNew polling from Ipsos Sports, provided exclusively to The Associated Press, shows that the World Cup has excited soccer fans and piqued many Americans’ interest, even as the sport continues to face an uphill climb to reach mainstream popularity in the United States.
The Onion debuts new parody of Alex Jones' Infowars, will send $100,000 to Sandy Hook families
Read full article: The Onion debuts new parody of Alex Jones' Infowars, will send $100,000 to Sandy Hook familiesThe families of those killed in the Sandy Hook school shooting will indirectly receive money from Alex Jones after a billion-dollar defamation verdict.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to host their wedding Friday at Madison Square Garden, AP source says
Read full article: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to host their wedding Friday at Madison Square Garden, AP source saysTaylor Swift and Travis Kelce will host their wedding at Madison Square Garden on Friday night.
NYC police are bracing for July 4, World Cup action, searing heat and a pop star's wedding
Read full article: NYC police are bracing for July 4, World Cup action, searing heat and a pop star's weddingThe New York Police Department is bracing for a slew of massive Independence Day celebrations along with a World Cup match this weekend, scrambling thousands of officers on land, sea and air to handle security measures as an intense heat wave bears down on the region.
California to institute Bruce Lee Day, a first for a Chinese American in the state's history
Read full article: California to institute Bruce Lee Day, a first for a Chinese American in the state's historyMartial arts icon Bruce Lee, who was born in San Francisco, will become the first Chinese American in California history with an annual namesake day.
Victor Willis, who co-founded the Village People and co-wrote 'Y.M.C.A.,' dies at 74
Read full article: Victor Willis, who co-founded the Village People and co-wrote 'Y.M.C.A.,' dies at 74Victor Willis, who co-founded the Village People and co-wrote some of the disco group's biggest hits, including “Y.
Judge orders Pentagon to lift policy that journalists be accompanied by an escort
Read full article: Judge orders Pentagon to lift policy that journalists be accompanied by an escortA federal judge has ordered the Defense Department to lift its requirement that journalists be accompanied by an escort while in the Pentagon.
Book that Tupac Shakur murder suspect wrote is clear for use in the trial, judge rules
Read full article: Book that Tupac Shakur murder suspect wrote is clear for use in the trial, judge rulesA judge has ruled that a book co-written by Duane Davis, who prosecutors allege ordered the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur, will be used in trial.
What, like it's hard? Newcomer Lexi Minetree put in the work to play a teen Elle Woods in 'Elle'
Read full article: What, like it's hard? Newcomer Lexi Minetree put in the work to play a teen Elle Woods in 'Elle'Lexi Minetree stars as a teenage Elle Woods in a new “Legally Blonde” prequel series for Prime Video.
Bello again: Pierre Coffin, voice of the Minions, finally understands his yellow henchman
Read full article: Bello again: Pierre Coffin, voice of the Minions, finally understands his yellow henchmanFilmmaker Pierre Coffin is the creator and chief practitioner of Minionese, but it’s a dialect — like most things Minions — that’s taken time to hone.
Director Carl Rinsch is sentenced to prison in $11M fraud case over unfinished Netflix show
Read full article: Director Carl Rinsch is sentenced to prison in $11M fraud case over unfinished Netflix showHollywood writer-director Carl Rinsch has been sentenced to 2 1/2 years in prison after being convicted of conning Netflix out of $11 million for a never-finished sci-fi show.
DC will pay $50,000 to man detained while protesting guard patrol with 'Star Wars' song, record says
Read full article: DC will pay $50,000 to man detained while protesting guard patrol with 'Star Wars' song, record saysA settlement document reveals the District of Columbia has agreed to pay $50,000 to resolve a lawsuit filed by a resident who accused police officers of illegally detaining him for following an Ohio National Guard patrol while playing Darth Vader’s theme song from “Star Wars” on his phone.
Naomi Osaka wows Wimbledon crowd with kimono inspired by Lucy Liu’s character in ‘Kill Bill'
Read full article: Naomi Osaka wows Wimbledon crowd with kimono inspired by Lucy Liu’s character in ‘Kill Bill'Wimbledon’s strict rules about all-white clothing didn’t prevent Naomi Osaka from making another fashion statement as she walked onto the grass at the All England Club.
Star-maker Clive Davis honored at funeral that draws Bruce Springsteen, Dionne Warwick and others
Read full article: Star-maker Clive Davis honored at funeral that draws Bruce Springsteen, Dionne Warwick and othersPop music royalty including Bruce Springsteen, Barry Manilow, Stevie Wonder and Dionne Warwick were among the many notables who paid tribute to music legend Clive Davis at the esteemed producer's funeral in Manhattan.
Lauryn Hill honored, Janet Jackson stuns Teyana Taylor and Druski makes history at BET Awards
Read full article: Lauryn Hill honored, Janet Jackson stuns Teyana Taylor and Druski makes history at BET AwardsLauryn Hill surprised the BET Awards audience with an impromptu performance of “Ex-Factor” after receiving the Living Legend Icon Award.
Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce getting married at Madison Square Garden? What we know
Read full article: Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce getting married at Madison Square Garden? What we knowReports are swirling about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce possibly getting married at New York's Madison Square Garden.
Ann Blyth, teen star of 'Mildred Pierce,' dead at 98
Read full article: Ann Blyth, teen star of 'Mildred Pierce,' dead at 98Ann Blyth, an Oscar nominee at 17 as Joan Crawford’s wayward daughter in “Mildred Pierce” who later sang opposite Mario Lanza and Howard Keel in MGM musicals of the 1950s, has died at age 98.
Cody Johnson's country music is only getting bigger. On 'Banks of the Trinity,' he'll take you home
Read full article: Cody Johnson's country music is only getting bigger. On 'Banks of the Trinity,' he'll take you homeTexas born and bred country star Cody Johnson is seeing a surge in new fans after two decades in the industry.
David Clayton-Thomas, powerhouse lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears, dies at 84
Read full article: David Clayton-Thomas, powerhouse lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears, dies at 84David Clayton-Thomas, the lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears whose husky, high-strung tenor on “Spinning Wheel,” “And When I Die” and other hits helped make the so-called brass rock band among the most popular acts of the late 1960s, has died at age 84.
Harvey Weinstein's New York rape charge dropped after accuser says she can't endure a fourth trial
Read full article: Harvey Weinstein's New York rape charge dropped after accuser says she can't endure a fourth trialNew York prosecutors have dropped a rape charge against Harvey Weinstein instead of trying the former movie mogul for a fourth time in the state.
Norman Rockwell people-watched in the West Wing lobby. Now those sketches are on public display
Read full article: Norman Rockwell people-watched in the West Wing lobby. Now those sketches are on public displayA series of Norman Rockwell sketches of scenes from the West Wing lobby is going on public display for the first time.
Charlie Brown's longtime pen pal is finally revealed in new Apple TV 'Peanuts' movie
Read full article: Charlie Brown's longtime pen pal is finally revealed in new Apple TV 'Peanuts' movieCharlie Brown's pen pal is finally revealed in the animated movie “Snoopy Unleashed,” coming to Apple TV in 2027.
First of its kind queer museum in San Francisco Chinatown amplifies Chinese LGBTQ+ artists
Read full article: First of its kind queer museum in San Francisco Chinatown amplifies Chinese LGBTQ+ artistsA recently opened, first of its kind Chinese queer museum in San Francisco is already having an impact on the surrounding community.
Pharrell sends Vuitton surfing as Jeremy Allen White, Missy Elliott and Victor Wembanyama look on
Read full article: Pharrell sends Vuitton surfing as Jeremy Allen White, Missy Elliott and Victor Wembanyama look onPharrell Williams has sent Louis Vuitton’s dandy surfer over a giant wave at Paris Fashion Week.
Goalllll! Messi mania overtakes Argentina as legend breaks scoring record
Read full article: Goalllll! Messi mania overtakes Argentina as legend breaks scoring recordArgentina’s passion for Lionel Messi has taken shape during the 2026 World Cup through two striking tributes: a giant statue in Patagonia and a mural created by more than 1,300 fans.
Justice Department withdraws subpoenas that sought reporters' grand jury testimony, sources say
Read full article: Justice Department withdraws subpoenas that sought reporters' grand jury testimony, sources sayThe Justice Department has withdrawn subpoenas that sought to compel reporters at The Washington Post and The Wall Street Journal to testify before a grand jury.
Trump is the frontman for his own party as rival groups vie to shape America’s 250th anniversary
Read full article: Trump is the frontman for his own party as rival groups vie to shape America’s 250th anniversaryThe Smithsonian's National Museum of American History highlights the complexities of the American story.
Man charged in killing of actor James Handy found mentally incompetent for prosecution
Read full article: Man charged in killing of actor James Handy found mentally incompetent for prosecutionA judge has found that a man charged with the murder of actor James Handy is not mentally competent for court proceedings.
Barry Manilow, Patti Smith, Carlos Santana and more mourn the death of Clive Davis
Read full article: Barry Manilow, Patti Smith, Carlos Santana and more mourn the death of Clive DavisMusic artists are mourning the death of Clive Davis, one of the industry’s most powerful figures who launched or resurrected the careers of artists ranging from Whitney Houston to Carlos Santana.
‘Don’t make this a thing’: Elmo cautiously pledges allegiance to Team USA after NBA Finals beheading
Read full article: ‘Don’t make this a thing’: Elmo cautiously pledges allegiance to Team USA after NBA Finals beheadingWhen the NBA Finals tipped off, Sesame Street’s Elmo tried to play both sides. After that strategy was met with a surprisingly violent reaction, the famous Muppet finally decided it was time to pledge an allegiance.
Oliver Tree, the eccentric American musician and comedian, killed at 32 in a Brazil helicopter crash
Read full article: Oliver Tree, the eccentric American musician and comedian, killed at 32 in a Brazil helicopter crashOliver Tree, the eccentric American musician known for viral stunts and alt-pop hits, died in a helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro on June 14.
Prada serves up luxury fashion’s version of pasta pomodoro at Milan Fashion Week
Read full article: Prada serves up luxury fashion’s version of pasta pomodoro at Milan Fashion WeekMiuccia Prada and Raf Simons reimagine jeans-inspired basics in leather and technical fabrics for their latest collection.
In Taylor Swift’s beach town, every clue becomes a wedding rumor
Read full article: In Taylor Swift’s beach town, every clue becomes a wedding rumorRumors that Taylor Swift was planning to marry at her Rhode Island home this weekend have drawn fans, photographers and curious visitors to the seaside village of Watch Hill after a large tent appeared near her estate.
Lewis Hamilton and Colman Domingo lead a star-studded front row at Ralph Lauren's Milan show
Read full article: Lewis Hamilton and Colman Domingo lead a star-studded front row at Ralph Lauren's Milan showLewis Hamilton and Colman Domingo have led a star-studded front row at the Ralph Lauren menswear show.
James Burrows, director of classic TV comedies including 'Cheers' and 'Friends,' dies at 85
Read full article: James Burrows, director of classic TV comedies including 'Cheers' and 'Friends,' dies at 85James Burrows, the director behind iconic TV comedies like “Cheers,” “Taxi,” “Friends” and “Will and Grace,” has died.
World Cup ticket buyers are left stranded as resale purchases fall through
Read full article: World Cup ticket buyers are left stranded as resale purchases fall throughThe World Cup has been delivering thrills on the pitch, but fans have flooded social media with complaints about tickets that never arrived, orders canceled at the last minute and hours spent trying to sort out problems between FIFA’s ticketing system and outside resale platforms.
Comedian Carlos Mencia faces 12 felony charges for failing to report more than $8M in earnings
Read full article: Comedian Carlos Mencia faces 12 felony charges for failing to report more than $8M in earningsComedian Carlos Mencia has been arrested and charged with 12 felonies for allegedly failing to report or pay taxes on over $8 million in earnings.
Brazilian soccer fans at the World Cup heed warning not to dress Rocky statue in team gear
Read full article: Brazilian soccer fans at the World Cup heed warning not to dress Rocky statue in team gearBrazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors.
Sabrina Carpenter gets 5-year restraining order against man who kept trying to enter her home
Read full article: Sabrina Carpenter gets 5-year restraining order against man who kept trying to enter her homeA judge has issued a five-year restraining order against a man who repeatedly tried to reach singer Sabrina Carpenter's Los Angeles home.
Macy’s Fourth of July show to feature Post Malone, Blake Shelton, Salt-N-Pepa and Shaboozey
Read full article: Macy’s Fourth of July show to feature Post Malone, Blake Shelton, Salt-N-Pepa and ShaboozeyMacy's is set to celebrate America's 250th birthday with a spectacular July Fourth fireworks show featuring performances by Post Malone, Blake Shelton, Salt-N-Pepa, Noah Kahan, Bebe Rexha and Shaboozey.
A look at presidential libraries as the Obama Presidential Center opens to the public this week
Read full article: A look at presidential libraries as the Obama Presidential Center opens to the public this weekFranklin Roosevelt helped launch the modern system of presidential libraries in the late 1930s.
Cape Verde's Vozinha becomes an Instagram sensation thanks to his saves and a streamer's push
Read full article: Cape Verde's Vozinha becomes an Instagram sensation thanks to his saves and a streamer's pushVozinha gasped and laughed in shock when shown the number of new Instagram followers he had gained after helping tiny Cape Verde hold off powerhouse Spain in his team’s World Cup debut.
JD Vance went on television to plug a faith memoir. 'The View' had other plans
Read full article: JD Vance went on television to plug a faith memoir. 'The View' had other plansVice President JD Vance is promoting his new book, but that wasn’t the main focus when he went on ABC’s “The View” to plug his memoir on faith.
'Task' master Brad Ingelsby put Ruffalo's redemption at center of HBO series from the start
Read full article: 'Task' master Brad Ingelsby put Ruffalo's redemption at center of HBO series from the startThe HBO show “Task” features tense standoffs and dramatic moments, but its most powerful scene may be Mark Ruffalo reading a victim impact statement in court.
Naomi Campbell tells tribunal she was 'deceived' as she appeals charity trustee ban
Read full article: Naomi Campbell tells tribunal she was 'deceived' as she appeals charity trustee banNaomi Campbell has appeared in a London court, seeking to overturn a ban on her being a charity trustee in England and Wales.
'Paddington' stage musical to pack its marmalade sandwiches and travel to Broadway
Read full article: 'Paddington' stage musical to pack its marmalade sandwiches and travel to BroadwayPaddington Bear is heading to Broadway with “Paddington The Musical” set to play at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre in March.
Authorities say they disrupted planned drone, gun attack on White House UFC cage-fighting show
Read full article: Authorities say they disrupted planned drone, gun attack on White House UFC cage-fighting showCourt papers say law enforcement officials disrupted a planned attack targeting the UFC cage-fighting show staged at the White House this past weekend.
Luke's 'Empire' lightsaber, 'Wizard of Oz' witch hat and Lebowski rugs going up for auction
Read full article: Luke's 'Empire' lightsaber, 'Wizard of Oz' witch hat and Lebowski rugs going up for auctionA Luke Skywalker lightsaber from “The Empire Strikes Back” is expected to fetch at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Paris Hilton returns to Utah 'troubled teen' facility to support others who allege mistreatment
Read full article: Paris Hilton returns to Utah 'troubled teen' facility to support others who allege mistreatmentParis Hilton has returned to the Utah boarding school where she said she was abused as a teenager.
A rare first edition of 'Wuthering Heights' complete with spelling mistakes is up for auction
Read full article: A rare first edition of 'Wuthering Heights' complete with spelling mistakes is up for auctionA rare first-edition copy of Emily Brontë’s novel "Wuthering Heights" is up for auction for the first time in over a century.
'Ponies' merges comedy with a gritty spy story in TV dramedy
Read full article: 'Ponies' merges comedy with a gritty spy story in TV dramedyThe Peacock series “Ponies” starring Emilia Clarke and Haley Lu Richardson blends comedy and drama as widows of CIA operatives become intelligence assets in the 1970s Soviet Union.
Tyra Banks sues Netflix over 'America's Next Top Model' documentary, alleging defamation
Read full article: Tyra Banks sues Netflix over 'America's Next Top Model' documentary, alleging defamationTyra Banks has filed a defamation lawsuit against Netflix and the directors of “Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model.”.
Steven Spielberg's 'Disclosure Day' opens No. 1, while 'Obsession' sensation continues
Read full article: Steven Spielberg's 'Disclosure Day' opens No. 1, while 'Obsession' sensation continuesSteven Spielberg’s “Disclosure Day,” billed as his first popcorn movie in years, launched with $44 million in domestic theaters.
Helicopter with singer Oliver Tree on passenger list collides with another in Brazil, killing 6
Read full article: Helicopter with singer Oliver Tree on passenger list collides with another in Brazil, killing 6Two helicopters have collided over Rio de Janeiro, crashing in the city’s western zone and killing all six aboard.
Paramount Skydance merger with Warner Bros. Discovery won't harm competition, consumers, DOJ says
Read full article: Paramount Skydance merger with Warner Bros. Discovery won't harm competition, consumers, DOJ saysThe U.S. Justice Department has determined that Paramount Skydance’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros.
Judge awards Blake Lively legal fees but no more damages in dispute over 'It Ends With Us' film
Read full article: Judge awards Blake Lively legal fees but no more damages in dispute over 'It Ends With Us' filmA federal judge says Blake Lively can recover some legal costs from Justin Baldoni but not punitive damages and other relief she sought after settling her legal claims over their 2024 film “It Ends With Us.”.
Judge rules Trump can stage UFC fights on the White House's South Lawn this weekend
Read full article: Judge rules Trump can stage UFC fights on the White House's South Lawn this weekendA federal judge has ruled the White House is allowed to stage a UFC show this weekend in an elaborate ring already built on the South Lawn to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary — on President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday.
Trump's name poised to be removed from Kennedy Center after court denies last-minute move to keep it
Read full article: Trump's name poised to be removed from Kennedy Center after court denies last-minute move to keep itThe Kennedy Center is running out of options to keep President Donald Trump’s name on the facade of the iconic performing arts venue.
As UFOs go mainstream, the jury is out on what the existence of alien life might mean for religion
Read full article: As UFOs go mainstream, the jury is out on what the existence of alien life might mean for religionSteven Spielberg's new film “Disclosure Day” explores extraterrestrial life and its impact on religion.