5 people shot at New York’s West Indian American Day Parade, police say
NEW YORK (AP) — Five people were shot Monday at New York City’s West Indian American Day Parade, police said. It’s the latest instance of...
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French movie giant Alain Delon dies aged 88
PARIS, Aug 18 (Reuters) – French actor Alain Delon, who melted the hearts of millions of film fans whether playing a murderer, hoodlum or hitman...
Thousands brave the heat for 70th anniversary of Newport Jazz Festival
NEWPORT, R.I. (AP) — A capacity crowd of about 10,000 people braved heat and humidity to witness the 70th anniversary of the Newport Jazz Festival,...
Missy Elliott tours as a headliner − and it’s about time
Missy Elliott’s first-ever headline tour, which stops in Philadelphia on Aug. 5, 2024, comes nearly three decades after she released her debut album, “Supa Dupa Fly,” in 1997....
A Beginner’s guide to stand-up paddle boards
Discover everything you need to know about stand-up paddle boards. Learn about the benefits, essential gear, and tips for getting started on the water. Stand-up...
LL Cool J relearned ‘how to rap’ on his first album in 11 years, ‘The FORCE.’ Here’s how
NEW YORK (AP) — The Grammy award winning rapper-actor- author LL COOL J will release his first new album in 11 years, “The FORCE” in September —...
BET Awards 2024: Usher is honored, Will Smith returns, and the election is top of mind
Usher accepted the lifetime achievement award at the 2024 BET Awards — even if the superstar mused it might be a bit early. The Grammy winner stayed...
Fashion: Guide to choosing sunglasses
Sunglasses are one of the ultimate fashion accessories. They help you create your own unique image. The style you choose will depend on your personal...
Tips for choosing a knife for wood carving
A good knife is a wood carver’s best friend, but how do you choose a quality blade? This blog will walk you through some buyer’s...
Diddy sells off his stake in Revolt, the media company he founded in 2013
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Sean “Diddy” Combs has sold off his stake in Revolt, the media company the rapper and entrepreneur founded over a decade...