ENTERTAINMENT

May 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Katy Perry and others to light up World Cup kickoffs with live performances

The World Cup is getting a musical head start this year. Before any ball is kicked, big names will take the stage in three cities to hype up fans. In California, where the U. S. team opens against Paraguay, Katy Perry will headline a star-studded lineup that also includes Future, Lisa, Tyla, Anitta,

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May 09 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Rodeo Weekend Brings Community Together for High School FFA

The 14th Assumption High School FFA Benefit Rodeo drew crowds on April 24‑25 at the local agriculture complex, offering a mix of classic rodeo events and inclusive activities. Bull riding, saddle bronc, bareback, calf roping, team roping, and barrel racing took center stage, all under the rules of

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May 09 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Netflix\'s Latest Sci-Fi Project Gets a Green Light

A well-known filmmaker just signed on to direct a fresh sci-fi adventure for Netflix. The movie will join the growing list of original sci-fi films the streaming giant keeps adding. While details remain scarce, the director behind hits like \"Free Guy\" and \"The Adam Project\" was chosen for this r

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May 09 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Behind the Mask: How Blackface Shaped America’s Hidden Culture

Blackface wasn’t just a stage act—it was America’s unofficial pastime for a century. A new book digs into how everyday people, not just performers, kept this racist tradition alive, turning it into a tool for politics, profit, and power. From government-sponsored shows during the Great Depression to

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May 09 2026BUSINESS

Sony’s profits dip but bright future predicted for tech and entertainment giant

Sony Group Corporation recently announced its latest financial results, showing a slight drop in annual profits but predicting a strong rebound in the coming year. For the period ending in March, the Tokyo-based company earned 1. 03 trillion yen ($6. 6 billion), which is 3. 4% lower than the previou

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May 09 2026LIFESTYLE

Summer vibes at Sea Bright: Donovan's Reef rolls out 2026 plans

Donovan's Reef is gearing up for another summer of beachside fun in Sea Bright. This Monmouth County spot has been a go-to since 1976, and it's easy to see why. With a private beach, an oceanfront tiki bar, and music that keeps the energy high, it's no surprise the place made USA Today's shortlist f

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May 08 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Crime Show Sparks Mixed Feelings

The latest crime drama drops on Peacock and quickly gathers attention, yet it still feels a shadow of its creator’s earlier success. It follows Etta Tiger Jonze, a young woman who moves from grief to power after her family is killed. She rises as the top crime boss in South Florida, mixing vengea

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May 08 2026CELEBRITIES

Birthdays today: Meet these May 7th stars and the small details that make them stand out

May 7th brings a mix of creative talents from different fields to celebrate another trip around the sun. A director who shaped comedy decades ago turns 74, while two comedic actors in their late thirties share the same birthday. None of them seem to mind sharing a spotlight on the calendar. Amy Hec

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May 07 2026CELEBRITIES

A Rising Star’s New Chapter in Hollywood

Genneya Walton has just signed a management deal with Strand Entertainment, marking the next step in her growing career. The actress is best known for her role as BB Urich, a sharp‑witted reporter linked to the New York Bulletin’s Ben Urich, in the second season of Marvel’s “Daredevil: Born Again. ”

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May 07 2026POLITICS

A Politician’s Playful Pitch to a Comedian

Former U. S. President Barack Obama surprised audiences by suggesting that comedian Stephen Colbert might consider a presidential run during a pre‑recorded segment of the now‑cancelled “Late Show with Stephen Colbert. ” The clip, shot at Obama’s newly opened presidential library in Chicago, showed t

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