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Rock legend stepping away from band mid-tour due to a health issue

Frank Beard, the longtime drummer for the legendary rock group ZZ top, has stepped away from the current tour due to a "health issue," according to reports. No further details were provided about what that issue might be. The band released a statement on social media.

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'A wake for those staying': Fears for NZ journalism as billionaire buys up

A Canadian billionaire has swooped into the New Zealand mediascape and bought a major stake in the country's biggest news publisher.

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Howard Stern And Kanye 'Ye' West Had A Shockingly Personal Forgotten Feud

Howard Stern Compared Kanye "Ye" West To The Most Reviled Person In History . After once being one of the most celebrated people in the music business, Kanye "Ye" West began getti

by: Mint

A $1bn fund will boost the influencer economy. But some creators disagree

India's plan to set up a $1-billion fund to back social media influencers has evoked praise from creators and industry experts, but not without concerns over lack of clarity on eligibility and fears of excessive regulation.

by: Variety

Global Players Flock to FilMart as Asian Entertainment Market Transforms Into Content Powerhouse

As Hong Kong FilMart 2025 kicks off, Asia's top entertainment marketplace is setting new benchmarks for regional and global industry collaboration.

by: Complex

Kim Kardashian Criticized for Posing with Cybertruck, Tesla Robot Amid Elon Musk Backlash

Kim Kardashian is facing backlash for a recent photoshoot featuring a Tesla Cybertruck and Optimus robot. The 44-year-old reality TV star shared several snapshots to her Instagram account for Perfect Magazine's 8.

by: collider

2025 Isn't Even Halfway Over and Dylan Efron Has Already Proven Himself as a Reality King

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Kanye West's 'Hooligan Choir' post sparks outrage over racist and swastika requirements

Kanye West's latest casting call for a 'Hooligan Choir' has ignited outrage on social media, with many condemning the racist and swastika requirements.

by: NDTV

After Shah Rukh And Aamir, Will Salman Khan Find His "Gauri"? Lagaan Actor Reacts

Aamir Khan introduced his new girlfriend, Gauri Spratt, to the media on his 60th birthday eve (March 13). Interestingly, Gauri is also the name of Shah Rukh Khan's wife. That leaves only the other Khan of Bollywood — Salman Khan — without a "Gauri" in his life.

by: Oneindia

Bollywood Personality Orry and Group Caught Drinking Near Sacred Vaishno Devi Shrine, Despite Clear Warnings

Bollywood personality Orry and seven others were booked in Katra for violating the alcohol ban near the Vaishno Devi shrine. Despite warnings, the group consumed alcohol at a hotel, leading to an FIR.

by: GhanaWeb

Ghanaian artistes who leveraged social media to create hit 'bangers' and how they did it

Some of the popular hit songs that have flooded our airwaves in recent times were popularised not through traditional media, but through social media.

by: tyla

Justin Bieber shares emotional post about being 'hurt' where he admits to 'drowning'

Following several years of concern over his wellbeing, Justin Bieber has shared an emotional message on social media. In a lengthy new post shared last night (16 Mar), the Canadian singer admitted to feeling like he's 'drowning' amid fears for his mental health.

by: briefly

Kabza De Small gets SA excited after teasing new music with Stixx and Amaroto: "Izinja madoda"

Amapiano star Kabza De Small got South African music lovers excited when he teased new music featuring Stixx and Amaroto. Many can't wait for the new music.

by: Indy100

Tributes paid for YouTuber P2istheName who has died aged 26

Tributes have been paid to the YouTuber P2istheName, who has died at the age of 26. The popular content creator, whose real name is Philip Enewally, was found dead in a mailroom in Los Angeles on Friday 14 March,

by: indulgexpress

Orry and 7 others reportedly booked for drinking at Vaishno Devi base camp

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by: Metro

Who has Maura Higgins dated? Her romantic past before 'kiss with Danny Jones'

Before finding fame on Love Island, Maura was engaged to childhood sweetheart James Finnegan, who she met in school as a teenager. Their relationship ended in 2017, after nine years of dating. Two years later, Maura joined the cast of the ITV dating show.

by: TheHyperHive

Meet Kim Soo-Hyun, the Alleged Korean Diddy

Hyun, renowned for his roles in popular dramas like "My Love from the Star" and "It's Okay to Not Be Okay," has recently become the center of a significant controversy. Allegations have surfaced suggesting that he engaged in a romantic relationship with the late actress Kim Sae-ron during her minor years,

by: SlashGear

10 Popular Portable Wireless Car Stereos Ranked Worst To Best

Want a smart display to live on your dashboard, but annoyed at your old car's limitations? These wireless stereo displays will add a touch of modernity.

by: TheWrap

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni Documentary Coming to Channel 5, ID

The first documentary about the legal saga between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni will premiere on Monday in the U.K., according to multiple media reports. "He Said, She Said" comes from ITN Productions.

by: CNN

Will Smith announces first full-length album release in 20 years

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by: Vox

What makes an "American" true crime?

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by: News24

'I have tried begging': Singer Grimes pleas with Elon Musk to protect their kids' privacy

Singer Grimes, who shares three children with Elon Musk, took to social media to express her concern about her kids' being in the public eye.

by: KSAT

Trump will visit the Kennedy Center as he puts his mark on the national arts institution

WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump on Monday will visit the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, where he'll take a tour and attend a board meeting. It will be his first time at the venerable institution since he began remaking it at the start of his second term in office.

by: Mint

Rajnikanth wraps up Coolie shooting, movie makers share BIG announcement

Rajnikanth has completed shooting for the highly anticipated movie Coolie, with fans eagerly awaiting its release. Aamir Khan has a special cameo in the movie

by: BBC

Red Nose Day rolls out the red carpet for Oasis: The Reunion: The Movie

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by: LADbible

Drag star The Vivienne died from cardiac arrest due to effects of taking ketamine, family says

The cause of death of The Vivienne has now been confirmed by her family, who announced the RuPaul's Drag Race star passed away after a cardiac arrest.

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SXSW responds to concerns about 2026 changes regarding the music portion of the festival

Following growing concerns that the music portion of SXSW will be reduced in 2026, a spokesperson revealed that said events will be reorganized and increased.

by: PennLive

Rock frontman facing serious charges after being arrested in California

TMZ reported the 52-year-old singer was arrested after police say they were called to an apartment in Torrance, California at around 3 a.m. on Tuesday for a fight. Police claimed that after talking with the singer and his girlfriend, they "determined the couple got into a verbal argument that at one point, allegedly turned physical," TMZ wrote.

by: Deadline

Docuseries On Ryan Wedding, Olympic Snowboarder Turned FBI Most-Wanted Fugitive, Coming From Dogwoof, Visitor Media

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by: Newsweek

Bride Goes Viral Listing Everything That Went Wrong on Her Wedding Day

"During wedding planning, I only saw videos of the perfect weddings," Hayley Hanlon told Newsweek. "It made me panic about such irrational things."

by: BBC

Netflix drama Adolescence hailed as 'flawless' TV

The show is called "an early contender for the best thing you will see on the small screen this year".

by: Variety

CAA Expands Media and Entertainment Partnerships Department With 3 New Key Hires (EXCLUSIVE)

Alanna Strauss, Piper Heitzler and Campbell Torchin have joined CAA in the Media & Entertainment Partnerships department. The strategic expansion reflects the group's continued growth under the leadership of veteran marketing executive Libby Bush.

by: PennLive

Legendary rocker leaving iconic band during tour due to health issue

Frank Beard, the longtime drummer for the legendary rock group ZZ top, has stepped away from the current tour due to a "health issue," according to reports. No further details were provided about what that issue might be.

by: Moneycontrol

Preity Zinta shuts down criticism for hiding kids' faces, says, "I am in the entertainment business, not my kids"

Bollywood actress Preity Zinta recently addressed criticism over concealing her twins, Gia and Jai's faces with emojis in Holi photos shared on social media. Despite receiving some backlash, Zinta, married to Gene Goodenough,

by: Mint

Who is Srikanth Bolla? Meet Philanthropist and Shark Tank India's new judge

Srikanth Bolla, philanthropist and chairman of Bollant Industries, is now one of the new judges in Shark Tank India, according to the social media post on X.

by: briefly

Mshini Gets Evicted From 'Big Brother Mzansi', SA Reacts: "Just Tell Mshini We Love Her"

South African reality TV star Mshini recently got evicted from the 'Big Brother Mzansi' house. The star reacted to her eviction on social media along with her fans.

by: NDTV

Aamir Khan's Girlfriend Gauri Spratt Reveals What Made Her Fall In Love With The Supersta

Aamir Khan's love life is in headlines after he introduced girlfriend Gauri Spratt to the media at his pre-birthday meet and greet (March 13). Gauri, originally from Bengaluru, is presently working with Aamir Khan's production house. She is not a Bollywood buff and has only watched two of Aamir's films.

by: Yahoo

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni Legal Saga to Be Explored in 'He Said, She Said' Doc for Channel 5, Investigation Discovery

The ongoing Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni saga is set to be explored in a swiftly-made documentary from ITN Productions. The 90-minute "He Said, She Said: Blake Lively vs Justin Baldoni," which is unlikely to be the only doc to emerge about the still rumbling legal battle between the actress and her "It Ends With

by: Deadline

'Novocaine' With $8M+ Leads Lowest-Grossing Weekend Of 2025 To Date - Sunday Box Office Update

Paramount's Novocaine made $1.75 million in previews and the R-rated action comedy might lead the box office this weekend with anywhere from $8M-$12M,

by: PennLive

Young country music star battling cancer. Here's the latest

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by: BBC

BBC announces John Curbishley as Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer

The BBC has announced that John Curbishley has been appointed to the new role of Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer.

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The producer and financier of The Matrix, Joker and Lego Movie franchises has filed for bankruptcy protection amid a costly legal battle with WB

by: People

NFL WAG Says She's 'Alone Every Single Weekend' as She Breaks Down Worst Parts of the Job

"Most girlies want to be WAGs until you realize you're alone every single weekend with the kids for 4.5 months straight. And football quite literally consumes their physical and mental capacity in its entirety during that time," she wrote over a photo of her and Bojorquez on the sidelines.

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Ankita Lokhande, Tejasswi Prakash and Adrija Roy are among the celebrities who have been duped in Rs 1.48 crore scam by an Indore based energy drink company.

by: People

Blake Lively Shares New Selfie with Ryan Reynolds Set to Rolling Stones' 'Wild Horses' amid Justin Baldoni Lawsuits

The Instagram Stories photo, which was set to The Rolling Stones' 1971 track "Wild Horses," showed Lively smiling as she rested against Reynolds' head and shoulder while w

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Orry faces backlash for alleged alcohol consumption near Vaishno Devi shrine

Bollywood influencer Orhan 'Orry' Awatramani is at the center of controversy after reports claimed he consumed alcohol near the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage site in Katra, Jammu and Kashmir. The incident has sparked outrage on social media,

by: Moneycontrol

Orry booked for consuming alcohol near Vaishno Devi shrine, reports

Social media influencer Orry is accused of consuming alcohol near Vaishno Devi shrine. He is booked along with 8 others under section 223 of the Bharatiya Nyosa Sanhita.

by: Moneycontrol

Journalist who had exposed Kim Soo Hyun-Kim Sae Ron's relationship died mysteriously in 2023; netizens revisit reports

The South Korean entertainment industry is abuzz with a dating scandal involving Kim Soo Hyun and the late Kim Sae Ron. Adding to the intrigue is the mysterious death of journalist Kim Yong Ho, who first exposed their alleged relationship.

Rock legend stepping away from band mid-tour due to a health issue

Frank Beard, the longtime drummer for the legendary rock group ZZ top, has stepped away from the current tour due to a "health issue," according to reports. No further details were provided about what that issue might be. The band released a statement on social media.
The article from PennLive discusses rock legend Bruce Springsteen's decision to step away from his band, the E Street Band, mid-tour due to health issues. Springsteen, known for his energetic performances and extensive catalog of hits, has been a pivotal figure in rock music for decades. The health issue prompting this break was not specified in detail, but it has led to the postponement of several shows. Fans expressed their support and concern for the 73-year-old musician, hoping for his swift recovery. The article also touches on the impact of this news on the music community and the legacy of Springsteen, emphasizing his commitment to his fans and his music despite health challenges.

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