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A uniquely American musical style is getting a once-in-a-generation update
LPM - Kentucky
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June 13, 2025
In the small town of Benton, Kentucky a few dozen people are gathered in the local county courthouse to participate in the 142nd annual “Big Singing.” A plaque on the building claims it’s “the oldest indigenous musical tradition in the U.S.” This...
'Do what you have to do': Trump ally accused of impeding a U.S. investigation of the MS-13 gang
AlterNet
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June 13, 2025
Investigation Impeded: Despite Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele’s crime fighter reputation, his top aides blocked extraditions of MS-13 leaders to the U.S., officials say. Money Laundering Inquiry: U.S. agents drew up a request to examine whether...
Scattered thunderstorms could impact U.S. Army parade in DC
WTOP - District Columbia
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June 13, 2025
As the U.S. Army celebrates its 250th anniversary on Saturday, thunderstorms may rain on the parade. Listen live to WTOP online and on 103.5 FM for traffic and weather updates on the 8s. As the U.S. Army celebrates its 250th anniversary on...
Maya Jama supports Ruben Dias from Mallorca as Love Island host skips Club World Cup in United States
TDPel Media
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June 13, 2025
As the much-anticipated Club World Cup gets underway, the spotlight isn’t only on the players lacing up their boots. From the glamorous partners watching from the stands to those supporting from afar, the WAGs (wives and girlfriends) of football’s...
‘I’ve never made the cut at a major and I’m in contention to win the U.S. Open’
The Mirror US
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June 13, 2025
Rasmus Neergard-Petersen has only ever played in one major, missing the cut at the PGA Championship - but the young Danish starlet is just three shots off the lead at the U.S. Open. The first round of the 125th U.S. Open at Oakmont, which has a...
Indian rock band Girish and the Chronicles in America’s Got Talent
The Hindu
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June 13, 2025
America’s Got Talent Auditions” Episode 2002, Girish and the Chronicles | Photo Credit: NBC Indian band Girish and the Chronicles — featuring Girish Pradhan (vocals), Nagen Mongranti (drums), Yogesh Pradhan (bass), and Suraz Karki (guitar) —...
Greenland isn't for sale. Americans are coming anyway
USA Today - Virginia
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Trump has pledged to "get Greenland" from Denmark for reasons of national security. On June 14, United Airlines will begin direct U.S.-Greenland flights, making it far easier for Americans to visit. Ilulissat, known for its UNESCO world heritage...
Most US adults say Trump's military parade is not a good use of money, new poll finds
KGAN - Iowa
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WASHINGTON (AP) — As Washington prepares for a military parade this weekend to honor the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army, a new survey finds that U.S. adults are more likely to approve than disapprove of President Donald Trump’s decision to...
Queen’s Time-Tested Hit Brings The Band Back To A Special Milestone
Forbes
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Queen lands three songs on the U.K.’s Official Rock & Metal Singles chart, with “Another One Bites ... More the Dust” reaching 550 weeks and “Don’t Stop Me Now” leading the trio. British rock band Queen perform in concert with Freddie Mercury...
India Becomes Crucial Node In Apple's Tariff-Battling Export Strategy
MENAFN
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June 13, 2025
(MENAFN- The Arabian Post) Foxconn's latest customs data confirms that from 1 March to 31 May 2025, an overwhelming 97 per cent of all iPhones assembled in India were destined for the United States, totalling $3.2 billion in exports-nearly double...
This Tennessee town is among America's most charming, HGTV says.
Columbia Daily Herald - Tennessee
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Franklin, Tennesseeis listed as one of HGTV's top charming small towns to visit in 2025 The No. 1 charming small town in the U.S. is Athens, Georgia, according to HGTV. If you're looking to visit one of America's most charming small towns, you...
President Trump and music icon Bruce Springsteen are taunting each other. Who is winning?
The Gazette - Colorado
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A rock star with the massive support of Bruce Springsteen has fans from across the political spectrum, but those lovers of his music who support Donald Trump are left to consider where to stand as the “Born to Run” singer and songwriter clashes...
World Named Its 15 Most Beautiful Cities — Only One’s in the U.S.
AOL
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This list ranks twenty cities recognized for their visual appeal, based on architecture, layout, natural surroundings, and overall design. It reflects public surveys and expert input on urban aesthetics. Out of all the options worldwide, only one...
Christian music is having a moment
KASU - Arkansas
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June 13, 2025
In her 25 years in the Christian music industry, Holly Zabka, president of Provident — a Sony subsidiary dedicated to Christian music — has never encountered a moment of such prominence for the genre. "This is the most exciting time to be in...
How has Ohio’s unclaimed funds pot grown to $4.8 billion? The Wake Up for Friday, June 13, 2025
Cleveland.com - Ohio
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June 13, 2025
Subscribe to the Wake Up, cleveland.com’s free morning newsletter, delivered to your inbox weekdays at 5:30 a.m. Does Ohio’s Division of Unclaimed Funds owe you money? When the Ohio Senate’s budget dropped with plans to loan $600 million of the...
‘Let’s Be Bad’ Wins 54ONY Award, Eleanna Finokalioti Shines
The National Herald
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June 13, 2025
NEW YORK – A moment of pride and celebration for Eleanna Finokalioti who was part of the award-winning musical ‘Let’s Be Bad: Celebrating Broadway Villains’. The production received the 54ONY Award for Best Ensemble at this year’s 54ONY Awards —...
Trump's military parade: What to know ahead of Saturday's event
Yahoo News
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President Donald Trump on Saturday is set to host a major military parade in Washington celebrating the Army’s 250th anniversary. The event is expected to cost tens of millions of dollars, according to defense officials, and will feature thousands...
Trump's birthday military parade will cost tens of millions and feature thousands of soldiers
NBC News
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June 13, 2025
President Donald Trump on Saturday is set to host a major military parade in Washington celebrating the Army’s 250th anniversary. The event is expected to cost tens of millions of dollars, according to defense officials, and will feature thousands...
With new album out soon, country star has already ‘got ideas’ for next one
MassLive - Massachusetts
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June 13, 2025
Cole Swindell will release his newest album later this month and the chart-topping country music star is already starting to think of material for his next project. “We had room on this album for some love songs, but no dad songs or baby songs,”...
EDITORIAL: Colorado’s ‘magic mushrooms’ aren’t medicine
The Gazette - Colorado
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“I’ve told a lot of people: don’t take psychedelic drugs. … It’s mentally dangerous to take. I regret having taken LSD. It’s a bad drug.” That sobering advice doesn’t come from an obscure drug user who survived a harrowing bout with hallucinogens....