Broadway Star Cynthia Erivo to Host 78th Tony Awards
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Broadway Star Cynthia Erivo to Host 78th Tony Awards

“Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo has been picked to host Broadway’s biggest night, the 78th Tony Awards due to be held at the Radio City Music Hall in New York in June. Erivo who was recently nominated for an Oscar in the musical fantasy film, said she was “proud and excited” to have been chosen. “I am looking forward to ushering the theatre community at large through a night that celebrates the wonderful performances we have witnessed throughout the year. I hope I can rise to the occasion,” she sa
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Drake Suggests His Album Is Being Suppressed in Favor of Kendrick Lamar’s ‘GNX’
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Drake Suggests His Album Is Being Suppressed in Favor of Kendrick Lamar’s ‘GNX’

Drake is no stranger to voicing his thoughts on social media, and his latest move has fans speculating that he believes his new collaborative album, $ome $exy $ongs 4 U with PARTYNEXTDOOR, isn’t getting fair treatment—specifically on Spotify. In a post made by polarizing culture commentator Akademiks, it is alleged that when searching for Drake’s new album, Kendrick Lamar’s album ‘GNX ‘appears instead, preventing listeners from listening to the collaboration between Drizzy and PARTYNEXTDOOR. “
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A$AP Rocky Rocky’s Emotional Reaction as Jury Finds Him Not Guilty in Felony Assault Trial
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A$AP Rocky Rocky’s Emotional Reaction as Jury Finds Him Not Guilty in Felony Assault Trial

A$AP Rocky dove into the arms of Rihanna Tuesday as a clerk read the not guilty verdict at his trial on two felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm. The Los Angeles courtroom, full of fans of the hip-hop performer and his singing superstar partner, exploded into screaming glee as Rocky leapt from the defense table into the gallery, where Rihanna sat between his mother and sister. They embraced and sobbed. After a three-week trial, the jury deliberated for just three hours to reac
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Taylor Swift Crowned IFPI’s Global Recording Artist for a Record Fifth Time
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Taylor Swift Crowned IFPI’s Global Recording Artist for a Record Fifth Time

It’s official: Taylor Swift dominated 2024, and the rest of us were just along for the ride. Swift has made history yet again, securing the IFPI’s Global Recording Artist of the Year title for the fifth time—and for the third consecutive year. This recognition, which measures physical sales, digital downloads, and streaming worldwide, cements her as the top-selling recording artist on the planet. Breaking Records, Again Announced on February 18, Swift claimed the No. 1 spot, finishing ahead o
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Tens of millions of dead people aren’t getting Social Security checks, despite Trump and Musk claims
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Tens of millions of dead people aren’t getting Social Security checks, despite Trump and Musk claims

The Trump administration is making false claims that millions of dead people over 100 years old are still getting Social Security payments. Recently, both President Donald Trump and billionaire adviser Elon Musk have shared on social media and in press conferences that people aged 100, 200, or even 300 years old are improperly collecting benefits. Musk even called it a "HUGE problem" as his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) digs into federal agencies to fight waste, fraud, and abuse.
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Federal judge won’t immediately block Elon Musk or DOGE from federal data or worker layoffs
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Federal judge won’t immediately block Elon Musk or DOGE from federal data or worker layoffs

A federal judge ruled on Tuesday that she wouldn't immediately block Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from accessing government data systems or getting involved in worker layoffs. U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan acknowledged that there are real questions about Musk’s authority, but she didn’t find enough evidence of serious legal harm to warrant a temporary restraining order. This decision came in response to a lawsuit filed by 14 Democratic states challenging DOG
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Drake to Headline Wireless Festival for All Three Nights
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Drake to Headline Wireless Festival for All Three Nights

Rapper Drake has been announced as the headliner for all three nights of this year's Wireless festival. It will be his first UK performance in six years, with the One Dance hitmaker due to play a bespoke set on each night. Wireless is celebrating 20 years and returns to Finsbury Park, London, between 11 and 13 July. Other artists confirmed to be playing across the weekend are Burna Boy, PARTYNEXTDOOR, Summer Walker and Vybz Kartel. Drake has most recently been embroiled in a rap beef with Su
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Kendrick Lamar Becomes First Rapper to Hit 100 Million Spotify Monthly Listeners
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Kendrick Lamar Becomes First Rapper to Hit 100 Million Spotify Monthly Listeners

Kendrick Lamar has officially made history as the first hip-hop artist to surpass 100 million monthly listeners on Spotify. As of Monday morning (February 17), the Compton rapper achieved this milestone following a steady rise in streams, fueled in part by his Super Bowl halftime show appearance. While Kendrick has never been one to chase numbers or commercial success, this accomplishment marks a significant moment in his career. Fans have been closely tracking his monthly listener count, ant
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Taylor Swift Breaks UK Chart Records with “Lover (Live From Paris)”
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Taylor Swift Breaks UK Chart Records with “Lover (Live From Paris)”

Taylor Swift breaks Official Chart records as she becomes the female artist with the most Number 1 albums in the UK ever. Surpassing Madonna, Taylor secures the feat as she nets her 13th chart-topper with Lover (Live From Paris). This milestone also sees Swift tie with Elvis Presley as the international artist with the most UK Number 1 albums, trailing only The Beatles and Robbie Williams, who each have 15. Originally released in limited quantities in 2023, Lover (Live From Paris) soared to t
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The Weeknd Blocks Himself From Earning A New No. 1 Single
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The Weeknd Blocks Himself From Earning A New No. 1 Single

The Weeknd sits at number No. 1 on more than half a dozen charts in the United Kingdom this week. The global superstar launches his latest album Hurry Up Tomorrow in first place on every tally it reaches. As the brand new full-length performs extremely well, several of The Weeknd’s other albums rise following the release of his latest full-length. At the same time, a number of the Canadian musician’s singles are also growing in popularity, as it seems interest in everything in his catalog gains
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Kendrick Lamar & SZA Nearly Sell Out All European “Grand National” Tour Dates in a Day
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Kendrick Lamar & SZA Nearly Sell Out All European “Grand National” Tour Dates in a Day

Kendrick Lamar and SZA hit the road in April. It goes without saying that 2025 is off to a great start for Kendrick Lamar. Earlier this month, he took home five Grammy awards for his hit Drake diss track, "Not Like Us." The following weekend, he was able to perform it in front of millions of viewers during his Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show. He was joined by SZA for the record-breaking performance, along with surprise guests Samuel L Jackson and Serena Williams. Kendrick and SZA are scheduled
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A gas explosion at a food court in Taiwan has resulted in the deaths of four individuals and left 26 others injured.

A gas explosion at a food court in Taiwan has resulted in the deaths of four individuals and left 26 others injured.

TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — A gas explosion at a department store in Taiwan on Thursday resulted in the deaths of four individuals and left 26 others injured, according to fire authorities. The incident took place in the food court located on the 12th floor of the Shin Kong Mitsukoshi department store in Taichung city, as reported by the Taichung Fire Bureau. The explosion caused significant damage to the upper levels of the upscale establishment, sending debris onto the pedestrians below. Among th
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Trump has stated that he has communicated with Putin and made a decision to discuss a ceasefire in Ukraine.

Trump has stated that he has communicated with Putin and made a decision to discuss a ceasefire in Ukraine.

Former President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that he had engaged in discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the resolution of the ongoing war in Ukraine, which commenced three years ago following the full-scale invasion by Russian forces. Additionally, Trump had a conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy subsequent to his dialogue with Putin. These discussions took place as U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth provided a comprehensive overview of the
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Musk's X has reportedly consented to a payment of $10 million to resolve the lawsuit filed by Trump.

Musk's X has reportedly consented to a payment of $10 million to resolve the lawsuit filed by Trump.

X has consented to a payment in the vicinity of $10 million to resolve a lawsuit initiated by President Trump concerning the suspension of his account on the social media platform in 2021. The company, previously known as Twitter, removed Mr. Trump from its platform following the events of the U.S. Capitol riot on January 6, 2021, citing his provocative posts and asserting that they could incite further violence. In response, Mr. Trump filed a lawsuit, alleging that Twitter and other technology
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Trump Announces Agreement with Putin to Initiate Discussions Aimed at Resolving the Russia-Ukraine Conflict.

Trump Announces Agreement with Putin to Initiate Discussions Aimed at Resolving the Russia-Ukraine Conflict.

President Donald Trump altered three years of American policy regarding Ukraine on Wednesday, announcing that he and Russian President Vladimir Putin had reached an agreement to initiate discussions aimed at concluding the conflict, following an unexpected exchange of prisoners. Trump indicated that he engaged in a conversation with Putin lasting over an hour, expressing optimism by stating, "I think we’re on the way to getting peace." He also mentioned a subsequent discussion with Ukrainian Pr
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Diddy has filed a lawsuit against NBC, seeking $100 million in damages related to a documentary.

Diddy has filed a lawsuit against NBC, seeking $100 million in damages related to a documentary.

The 55-year-old rapper, currently incarcerated while awaiting trial on charges related to sex trafficking, racketeering, and transportation for the purpose of engaging in prostitution, has initiated legal action against the network and production company Ample regarding assertions made in their documentary titled ‘Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy.’ Documents submitted in New York, which were acquired by the Page Six column of the New York Post, indicate that the film alleges Diddy has engaged in
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