America’s Got Talent has a new champion, and Season 21 ended with a major victory for teenage singer and guitarist Nene Royal. The 16-year-old performer from Phuket, Thailand, was crowned the winner after viewers cast their votes following the season’s final round of performances. Nene, whose real name is Rattikarn Amloy, walked away with the […]
A legal battle involving Dolly Parton’s estate and a member of her own family has emerged just weeks after the country music legend’s death. Parton’s nephew Bryan Seaver, who previously oversaw security for the superstar, is facing allegations from the organization responsible for managing her professional property and business interests. Court filings accuse Seaver of […]
After more than eight years away from American stages, Ozzfest is preparing to turn the amplifiers back up. The long-running heavy music festival will officially return in 2027 with events planned for both the United States and United Kingdom. The announcement marks a major revival for a festival that became a defining destination for generations […]
George Michael’s music will return to the VMA spotlight as three artists from a new generation come together to celebrate his legacy. RAYE, Sombr and Teddy Swims are set to perform a special tribute to Michael during the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday, Sept. 27. Acclaimed musician and producer Adam Blackstone will serve […]
Ye returned to Chicago for a hometown tribute that put the spotlight on the woman whose influence reached far beyond her famous son. The artist formerly known as Kanye West attended an honorary street-naming ceremony Tuesday, September 22, celebrating his late mother, educator and scholar Dr. Donda West. The ceremony was held at 78th Street […]
Amid concerns about “pervert glasses,” Meta has announced a line of smart glasses that drop the controversial built-in cameras to focus instead on audio and AI features. At its annual Meta Connect event on Wednesday, the company announced the Ray-Ban Meta Audio, marketing them as stylish frames with earbud-like sound quality. By dropping the camera, the glasses are […]
Hawaii just can’t catch a break this year. The Super El Niño season is making for an unheard-of mild Atlantic Hurricane season, but breaking records to disastrous effect in the Pacific, especially for the Hawaiian Islands. Although Hawaii has historically avoided the worst effects of hurricanes in the Eastern Pacific, in 2026, two significant hurricanes: […]
Dario Vitale has landed on his feet. The designer, who spent less than a year at Versace before a rather unceremonious departure, has taken on a dual job as both the creative director of Emporio Armani and Giorgio Armani Accessories. He is the first person outside of the Armani family to hold the position. As […]
Shock Top and Spirit Halloween have teamed up to bring us a Halloween treat that is arriving in two parts: one you drink, and one you wear. Let’s tackle the beer first. As Beer Street Journal reports, Shock Top is no stranger to seasonal/ experimental flavors. Past flavors include Twisted Pretzel Wheat, Shockolate Wheat, Pumpkin, […]
Sometimes your dog, being a dog, will do things like roll in poo or something dead and decaying, or just get skunked, and of course he’ll need and get a bath. But your dog needs a regular wash schedule, too. The question is, how often does your dog really need it? How often should you […]