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The 30 most memorable Lollapalooza performances

Lolla has endured a rocky history of controversies, cancellations, poor ticket sales, venue and format changes, international appearances, and even an extended hiatus. Yet, there are performances that we continue to discuss for better or worse. Here are 30 of the more notable performances listed in chronological order.

Born on 14 May: David Byrne turns 72

David Byrne, the iconic lead singer of the Talking Heads in the 1980s, is someone special. Although he was born in the small Scottish town of Dumbarton in 1952, his parents soon moved to Ontario in Canada and then to Arbutus, another small town, this time in the US state of Maryland. He would later become an American citizen. Even in his youth he was already a globetrotter. In the course of his later career, after - of course - studying art and...

40 of the Best Karaoke Songs for Your Next Night Out

Is your go-to on this list?

Rust armourer requests prison release ahead of Alec Baldwin trial

Rust armourer requests prison release ahead of Alec Baldwin trial - Hannah Gutierrez-Reed is serving 18 months over the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins

Gone But Not Forgotten: Musicians We Lost in 2024

From Dickey Betts to Toby Keith, Melanie and beyond, here are the artists who have left us this year.

The 25 most insufferable characters in film history

In this life, you'll meet all kinds of people. Some will be delightful, some will be infuriating and a precious few will check that box marked "insufferable." You know the type.

Reflecting on 30 years of freedom through the lens of theatre

Recently, I transformed my Sundays into theatre days. On one such Sunday, I attended the closing show of Sophiatown at the John Kani Theatre at the Market Theatre.

Two DEI deans at MIT are serial plagiarists, lawsuit claims

Two of MIT's post-George Floyd summer DEI dean hires have been accused of plagiarizing significant portions of their graduate thesis.

10 Underrated Elton John Songs

Be sure to add these to your playlist.

The Best Netflix Original Films to Watch for Any Movie Night

From rom-coms like Someone Great to war films like Da 5 Bloods, these are our top picks on the famous streamer.

Mandela: Life set for global release in April 2025

The Nelson Mandela Foundation has authorised a five-part docu-series on Nelson Mandela’s life, set for a global release in April 2025.Image by Andrew ZuckermanMandela: Life, a working title, will be Nelson Mandela’s own story ‘in his own words, narrated in his voice’.Directed by acclaimed South African film-maker Mandla Dube, the series is uniquely authorized by the Nelson Mandela Foundation with exclusive permission to archivally recreate...

Grammy Award-winning musician dies aged 78

The best movies with plot twists

15 Famous Country Singers and Their Biggest Hits

Loretta Lynn, Willie Nelson, and Garth Brooks are among the top country artists who have reshaped the genre over their illustrious careers.

All the allegations against Miss Universe leadership as latest beauty queen declines crown

All the allegations against Miss Universe leadership as latest beauty queen declines crown - Pageant queens Noelia Voigt and UmaSofia Srivastava announced they were stepping down from their respective positions, writes Mike Bedigan

Movies where the bad guys were actually right

The antagonist is a key element in any narrative. After all, the protagonist needs an obstacle to overcome, right? But what if some movie antagonists were right all along? What if some movie villains, deep down, had a valid point and legitimate reasons for their actions? Sometimes things aren't so black and white, so in this gallery, we're going to delve into the nuances of some movie characters who are, apparently, bad guys. Ready to look at villains from a different perspective? Click on.

Dutch artist expelled from Eurovision Song Contest is likely to face charges, Swedish police say

Dutch artist expelled from Eurovision Song Contest is likely to face charges, Swedish police say - Swedish police say the Dutch contestant in the Eurovision Song Contest who was dramatically expelled from the competition hours before the finale will likely be charged for making illegal threats

22 notable musicians and bands from Dallas, Texas

Flip through the slideshow for a look at artists that were born, raised, or otherwise lived in Dallas, and don't be surprised if there are a few names on this list that shock you.

20 late career albums that were surprisingly great

Even in the twilight of some legendary careers of musical artists and bands, greatness can surface when perhaps least expected. Whether trying to revive a career or deliver one last goodbye, some special music has been produced.

How music can impact your memory

Music is rightfully considered to be a universal human language, as it is profoundly able to cut across time and borders. But while music has the ability to bring forward deep emotions that would usually lie dormant, it has the same effect on our memories. Without any effort, music can not only help us recall stored memories, but can also help us create new ones. How does it do this? And why do we have no control over it? Click through this gallery to see why our minds become so pliant under music’s sweet tune.

King Charles III sees red in new portrait – PICTURE

The first official painted portrait of King Charles III since his coronation has been unveiled at Buckingham Palace.

Large queues form outside Co-op Live as venue hosts first gig

The problem-plagued Co-op Live arena finally launches with Elbow gig after being forced to call off three concerts at the last minute. Shows by Olivia Rodrigo and Peter Kay were cancelled earlier this month because of concerning structural issues.

Giraffe Creative Awards 2024 winners announced

The Giraffe Creative Awards are hosted by Publicis Groupe Africa (PGA) annually to acknowledge the creative work from the agencies within the Groupe in Africa as well as its network of partner and affiliate agencies across the continent. Here are this year’s winners.The 2024 Giraffe Creative Awards were announced at the Publicis Groupe Africa’s 2024 re_fresh conference on 6 May after a rigorous judging process with a jury from around the...

A-list stars, menstruating superheroes in Cannes VR competition

From a voyage through the human body with Cate Blanchett, to a feminist superhero satire featuring giant tampons and octopus demons, the Cannes Film Festival launches its first competition for virtual reality films on Wednesday.

Axe to grind: 25 famous guitars and their rock star owners

Ever since Chuck Berry hot-wired the "jump blues" sound in the 1950s, the electric guitar has been the soul of rock-and-roll. The plugged-in, amplified twang and squeal sounded like noise to adults, but for kids all over the world, it was the sound of rebellion.

Rory McIlroy files for divorce from his wife of 7 years. They have a 3-year-old daughter

Rory McIlroy files for divorce from his wife of 7 years. They have a 3-year-old daughter - Rory McIlroy has filed for divorce in a stunning development as the PGA Championship nears

The Ultimate Guide to Festivals Celebrating Latin Music in 2024 (Updating)

From Sueños to Governors Ball and Bilbao BBK Live, here are the best lineups this year.

Everything we know about season 4 of 'Only Murders in the Building'

Selena Gomez, Martin Short, and Steve Martin will return for season four of Hulu's "Only Murders in the Building." Here's what else fans can expect.

Sheriff faces questions from Arkansas lawmakers over 'Netflix' series filmed at county jail

Sheriff faces questions from Arkansas lawmakers over 'Netflix' series filmed at county jail - Arkansas lawmakers are questioning a sheriff's decision to allow a Netflix documentary series to be filmed at a county jail

The 20 best sitcoms from the '00s

The '00s were positively packed with excellent sitcoms that turned the notion of what it means to be a situational comedy on its head. Flip through the gallery below for 20 of the decade's best.

The 25 greatest English rock bands

We're talking bands considered English (prominent membership or classic lineups featuring English musicians), not British, which means greats like Queen, Cream, or Dire Straits won't be on this list. Here's a ranking of the top 25 English rock bands of all time.

12 TV Shows That Should Never Have Been Canceled

Gone but not forgotten.

The best dance songs of all time

Prince Harry and Meghan’s Archewell Foundation no longer listed as ‘delinquent’

Prince Harry and Meghan’s Archewell Foundation no longer listed as ‘delinquent’ - California’s Registry of Charities and Fundraisers had listed Archewell as ‘delinquent’ but now it has emerged the made their proper payments last year

18 Amazing Photos of Carrie Underwood in Concert

Bet you forgot that she performed alongside Celine Dion.

Blinken plays Rockin' in the Free World at bar in Ukraine

Blinken plays Rockin' in the Free World at bar in Ukraine.

70 Rare Photos From Princess Diana’s Wedding You’ve Never Seen Before

Yeah, I didn’t think any existed either.

Pedro Almodovar's filmography: have you seen all of his movies?

Cancelled show becomes one of Netflix’s biggest hits

Cross official teaser trailer

Based on James Paterson's Alex Cross novels.

From punk to pop: bands that changed styles with new members

Here are some of the more notable bands that changed their sound after adding new members or repurposing existing members.

Oscar Piastri receives epic burn from his own mother in hilarious social media post

Nicole Piastri has been at it again on X...

10 Celebrities Who Got Their Start on ‘The Mickey Mouse Club’

“Once a Mouseketeer, always a Mouseketeer.”

Problem-plagued Co-op music arena finally launches with Elbow gig

The £365m Manchester venue is opening with Elbow, after an inspection gave the arena the all-clear, and boss Tim Leiweke adding he is confident it is now 'the safest building in the world

A mafia hitman, a mobster and a newly-released inmate: Who killed James Whitey Bulger?

A mafia hitman, a mobster and a newly-released inmate: Who killed James Whitey Bulger? - JAMES ‘WHITEY’ BULGER: Almost four years after he was savagely beaten to death in federal prison, three men were charged with the murder of James ‘Whitey’ Bulger. Now, they’ve reached a plea deal with prosecutors. Rachel Sharp reports on the men who killed the notorious mafia boss and the many unanswered questions that still remain

The Beach Boys seen at Abbey Road studios promoting new documentary

The Beach Boys seen at Abbey Road studios promoting their new documentary film on Disney+. The pop legends delighted fans as they posed for the cameras on the steps of the iconic studio.

Trump and Springsteen: battle for New Jersey

The 18 most controversial songs in country music history

Even though country music is mostly known as a genre that revels in nostalgia, it's not completely devoid of controversy and hard-hitting subject matter. Flip through the slideshow below for a look at the genre's most controversial tunes.

Judge Judy sues National Enquirer over story claiming she backed Menéndez brothers

Judge Judy sues National Enquirer over story claiming she backed Menéndez brothers - Lawyers for Judy Sheindlin said the tabloid’s ‘unequivocal falsehoods’ had dealt a ‘body blow’ to her reputation

Angela Alsobrooks proves that money isn’t everything in Maryland’s Senate contest

Angela Alsobrooks proves that money isn’t everything in Maryland’s Senate contest - David Trone’s staggering infusions of cash couldn’t overcome Maryland’s Black Democratic political establishment