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TIME magazine names the “Architects of AI” as their 2025 Person of the Year

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TIME mgazine on Thursday named the ‘Architects of Artificial Intelligence” as the 2025 Person of the Year, with the magazine citing 2025 as when the potential of artificial intelligence “roared into view” with no turning back.

Time is highlighting the people whose work propelled artificial intelligence from a cutting-edge experiment into a defining force of modern life. The decision marks a moment the magazine describes as the year when AI’s potential “roared into view” and firmly embedded itself in everyday society.

The publication emphasized that the recognition is directed at the innovators behind the technology rather than the systems they built. The group includes the “individuals who imagined, designed, and built AI,” a choice that editor-in-chief Sam Jacobs said reflects the scale of their impact on global culture, politics, and industry. “This was the year when artificial intelligence’s full potential roared into view, and when it became clear that there will be no turning back or opting out,” Jacobs wrote, calling AI “the most consequential tool in great-power competition since the advent of nuclear weapons.”

The Person of the Year issue features two separate covers: one showing workers assembling the towering letters “AI,” and another paying homage to the 1932 “Lunch atop a Skyscraper” photograph, with tech leaders perched on a steel beam above a city skyline. The artwork includes figures such as Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, Jensen Huang, Lisa Su, Sam Altman, Demis Hassabis, Dario Amodei and Fei-Fei Li. A second cover story explores the perspectives of Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Baidu CEO Robin Li.

Analysts noted that 2025 marked a turning point: AI moved from an early-adopter technology to one embraced by a broad consumer base. According to research firm Forrester, a “critical mass of consumers” now sees AI as part of routine life. Prediction markets had also listed AI, along with prominent tech CEOs, Pope Leo XIV, President Donald Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, as leading contenders for the title.

Time’s long-running Person of the Year tradition dates back to 1927. The honor has sometimes gone to groups or concepts—not only individuals—such as “the endangered earth” in 1988, the personal computer in 1982, and “You” in 2006. In 2024, the magazine chose President Donald Trump after his return to the White House, following Taylor Swift’s selection in 2023.

Alongside its main announcement, Time also revealed several other annual honors: YouTube’s Neal Mohan was named CEO of the Year, Leonardo DiCaprio received Entertainer of the Year, A’ja Wilson was named Athlete of the Year, and KPop Demon Hunters earned Breakthrough of the Year.

The 2025 Person of the Year issue goes on sale Dec. 19.

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Federal Judge orders ‘immediate’ release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia from ICE custody

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A federal judge has ordered the release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran man who was mistakenly deported earlier this year and has since been held in immigration detention, finding that the Trump administration has held him for months without the legal authority required to continue his detention or remove him from the United States.

The ruling, issued Thursday by U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis in Maryland, granted Abrego Garcia’s habeas petition, concluding that federal authorities lacked the legal basis to continue holding him.  In her decision, Xinis determined that the government had no valid final order of removal allowing Abrego Garcia’s deportation, despite repeated attempts by the Trump administration to expel him: “Because respondents have no statutory authority to remove Abrego Garcia to a third country absent a removal order, his removal cannot be considered reasonably foreseeable, imminent, or consistent with due process,” Xinis wrote, adding, “Although respondents may eventually get it right, they have not as of today. Thus, Abrego Garcia’s detention for the stated purpose of third country removal cannot continue. Respondents’ conduct over the past months belie that his detention has been for the basic purpose of effectuating removal, lending further support that Abrego Garcia should be held no longer.”

The judge directed federal officials to release Abrego “immediately,” notify him in advance of the precise time and location of that release, and update the court by 5 p.m. Eastern. She also noted that the government’s conduct “belie[s] that his detention has been for the basic purpose of effectuating removal.” DHS spokespersons sharply attacked the decision after Thursday’s ruling, calling it “naked judicial activism by an Obama-appointed judge” and asserting that the order “lacks any valid legal basis.”

Abrego, a Salvadoran national, first entered the U.S. in 2012 and has long maintained that he fled “gang violence targeting his family.” Although an immigration judge granted him “withholding of removal” in 2019—barring his return to El Salvador due to credible threats—he was nevertheless deported in March to the CECOT megaprison after officials later claimed he was linked to MS-13, an accusation he denies and has never been convicted of. Government lawyers later conceded the deportation was an “administrative error,” prompting the Supreme Court in April to require his return.

Following months of resistance, the administration brought Abrego back in June, immediately charging him with human smuggling based on a 2022 traffic stop. He has pleaded not guilty. After briefly living with family in Maryland under pretrial conditions, he was taken into ICE custody again—despite the absence of a removal order—and held for third-country deportation.

Throughout the case, the administration has explored sending him to a series of countries with which he has no ties, including Uganda, Eswatini, Ghana, and Liberia. Xinis criticized those efforts, noting that officials ignored Costa Rica, which publicly confirmed it would accept Abrego as a refugee. “Respondents’ calculated effort to take Costa Rica ‘off the table’ backfired,” she wrote, citing repeated notifications to him of expulsion to African nations “that never agreed to take him.” The administration has continued to insist that Abrego is a gang member, though judges have questioned the evidence. Senior officials, including President Donald Trump and top homeland security leaders, have vowed that Abrego would “never walk America’s streets again.”

Xinis summarized the situation bluntly: “The history of Abrego Garcia’s case is as well known as it is extraordinary.” Now with the judge’s order in effect, Abrego will resume complying with pretrial conditions in his criminal case under the supervision of U.S. Pretrial Services.

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T.J. Watt hospitalized for lung evaulation, status for Monday’s game v. Dolphins ‘uncertain’

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Pittsburgh Steelers star linebacker T.J. Watt was hospitalized Wednesday after experiencing lung-related discomfort at the team’s practice facility, leaving his availability for Monday night’s matchup against the Miami Dolphins in doubt.

The Steelers announced the situation in a statement from team spokesman Burt Lauten, saying: “T.J. Watt is currently in a local hospital for further medical evaluation of his lung after experiencing discomfort at the practice facility on Wednesday. He will not be at practice on Thursday, and his status for Monday night’s game vs. Miami is in question. Coach [Mike] Tomlin will provide more updates at the appropriate time.”

Steelers coach Mike Tomlin told reporters Thursday: “I’m a little bit cautious about what I say, because I am not a medical expert. But to make a long story short, he was experiencing some discomfort when he was at the facility [Wednesday}. So, we took him to the docs and they’re going through some procedures. He stayed overnight in the hospital. He has a lung situation that’s being addressed. I think he has some testing and so forth ahead of him this afternoon, and that’s all I know at this juncture. He and I communicated last night, he was comfortable, and that’s all I have really at this point.”

Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Watt reportedly sustained the injury while receiving treatment at the team’s facility and has been hospitalized since Wednesday.  Tomlin was he was unaware when or how Watt’s symptoms started, and he only learned of Watt’s situation when he was in the team’s cafeteria on Wednesday. He added that Watt was not dealing with an injury coming out of Week 14’s game: “Not to my knowledge at all, particularly in game or after the game, nothing.”

The 31-year-old Watt is in the middle of his ninth season with the Steelers, and has appeared in all 13 games. He’s registered 53 tackles and seven sacks, three forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries and an interception for the Steelers, who are currently 7-6 and lead the Baltimore Ravens by one game in the AFC North standings. He signed a three-year, $123 million extension in July and has remained one of the league’s most consistent pass rushers.

Watt, selected by the Steelers as the 30th overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft, is a seven-time Pro Bowler and four-time All-Pro. He won NFL Defensive Player of the Year honors in 2021 after tying the league’s single-season record of 22.5 sacks. Watt, who has led the NFL in sacks on three separate occasions, is the Steelers’ career leader with 115 sacks. Earlier this season, he surpassed his brother and future Hall of Famer JJ Watt on the NFL’s career sack list.

If Watt is ruled out of Monday’s game vs. Miami, he will be replaced by Nick Herbig, who has made nine starts over the past two years. Herbig has recorded a career-high 6.5 sacks to go with three forced fumbles, a fumble recovery and an interception this season.

The Steelers’ wideout DK Metcalf’s was also hospitalized in Baltimore after experiencing stomach pains following Pittsburgh’s Week 14 win over the Ravens. Tomlin said earlier this week that Metcalf is “moving in the right direction.”   The team is also dealing with injuries to tight end Darnell Washington, offensive tackle Andrus Peat, linebacker Malik Harrison, cornerback James Pierre, defensive linemen Keeanu Benton and Derrick Harmon, and safety Kyle Dugger.

Washington, Peat, and Harrison are in the concussion protocol; while Pierre and Benton are dealing with calf and ankle injuries, respectively, that were sustained during last Sunday’s win over Baltimore. Dugger (hand) has a chance to play against the Dolphins after missing last Sunday’s game. Harmon’s status for Monday night is up on the air as he has missed Pittsburgh’s last two games with a knee injury.

Pittsburgh (7-6) hosts Miami on Monday night at Acrisure Stadium in a pivotal matchup with AFC playoff implications.

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Fired Michigan coach Sherrone Moore remains in custody amid assault allegations

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Former University of Michigan head football coach Sherrone Moore remains in custody after being arrested Wednesday evening, which came just hours after the school announced he had been fired for “an inappropriate relationship with a staff member.” Moore, 39, was booked into the Washtenaw County Jail around 8:30 p.m., according to Pittsfield Township police, who are investigating an alleged assault.

According to a report from ESPN’s Dan Wetzel: “Breaking: Ex-Michigan coach Sherrone Moore was detained by police in Saline, Mich. this evening and turned over to police in Pittsfield Township for investigation into potential charges.”  Colleague Pete Thamel added that “Pittsfield Charter Township sent ESPN this press release, which does not name Sherrone Moore but references “investigating an alleged assault.” Statement: “A suspect in this case was taken into custody….”

The Pittsfield Charter Township (Michigan) Department of Public Safety announced on Thursday that Moore is expected to appear in court for arraignment on Friday. The Washtenaw County Prosecutor’s Office told ESPN that it does not expect a decision Thursday on whether to file criminal charges against Moore.

Per the Detroit News, authorities said officers responded at 4:10 p.m. to an address on Ann Arbor–Saline Road to investigate an alleged assault. Police emphasized the incident “does not appear to be random” and posed no ongoing threat to the public. While the Pittsfield Township Police Department did not identify the suspect in its statement, Saline police confirmed they had earlier “assisted in locating and detaining former University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore,” before turning him over to Pittsfield Township for “investigation into potential charges.” No charges have yet been filed, and investigators say they cannot release additional details due to the nature of the allegations and the ongoing inquiry.

Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel had confirmed Moore’s firing in a statement on Wednesday which read: “U-M head football coach Sherrone Moore has been terminated, with cause, effective immediately. Following a University investigation, credible evidence was found that Coach Moore engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member. This conduct constitutes a clear violation of University policy, and U-M maintains zero tolerance for such behavior.”  The university has named Biff Poggi, 66, as interim head coach

The university’s internal review earlier this fall did not initially uncover proof of misconduct, but new information that surfaced Wednesday prompted immediate action, according to sources familiar with the process. The school’s decision may void a buyout estimated at roughly $14 million.

Moore’s firing ended a tenure that began when he succeeded Jim Harbaugh after Michigan’s 2023 national championship season. He compiled a 17-8 overall record (11-6 in the Big Ten) across two years as head coach, having previously served as offensive coordinator and, before that, the team’s tight ends coach. His rapid rise within the program began in 2018 when Harbaugh added him to the staff.

Moore, married with three daughters, had signed a five-year contract worth at least $5.5 million annually before the 2024 season. His tenure was already marked by previous disciplinary issues, including suspensions related to a recruiting violation and the sign-stealing investigation tied to former staffer Connor Stalions.

Michigan, which finished the regular season 9-3, is slated to face Texas in the Citrus Bowl on Dec. 31.

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Jelly Roll surprised during Joe Rogan podcast with invite to join Grand Ole Opry

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Jelly Roll was invited to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry while appearing on ‘The Joe Rogan Experience‘ podcast. Rogan surprised Jelly with a video message from his mentor and friend Craig Morgan during the podcast, in which Morgan officially invited Jelly to join the Opry.

In the video message taken from the Grand Ole Opry House, Morgan said: “Hey Jelly, my friend. I want to take a minute today to say congratulations on all the great things happening in your career and to thank you for the positive difference you are making in the lives of so many people who need the help. You are doing great work, buddy. I’ll never forget meeting you on the Grand Ole Opry, and how much it meant to ME to hear you say my music helped you get through some really tough times. That’s one thing country music does really well. Who would have ever dreamed I’d be back at the Opry House today to say… Jelly Roll, you are officially invited to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry. It’s an honor to say, ‘Welcome to the family, brother.’”

Jelly Roll made his debut at the Opry on November 9, 2021, and since then he’s gone on to mentor many artists through the ‘Opry NextStage’ program, as well as serving as host of ‘Opry NextStage Live’ shows in Texas.

Jelly’s history with Morgan dates back years, when he was just released from prison and in the Opry audience as Morgan performed “Almost Home” – which Jelly has said was a “life changing” moment for him. Years later, Jelly was surprised on stage by Morgan. where they performed “Almost Home” together, and Morgan presented him with handwritten, framed lyrics of  the song.

Jelly Roll later wrote on Instagram, alongside a video of the surprise moment: “I don’t even know what to say right now y’all. They invited me to be a member of the Opry. CRAIG MORGAN INVITED ME TO BE A MEMBER OF THE OPRY!!!!  I’m honored beyond words and I can’t stop pinching myself. To everyone at the Opry, y’all are like family to me. To Craig Morgan, no matter how many times I say it i’ll never be able to tell you enough how much this has all meant to me. I love you Joe Rogan.”

An official induction date will be announced soon.

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Lee Brice shares video for ‘Killed the Man’

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Lee Brice has released the music video for his new single, “Killed the Man.”

“Killed the Man‘ was co-written by Michael Whitworth, Jared Conrad, Troy Cartwright and Chandler Baldwin, which Brice co-produced with Ben Glover and Jerrod Niemann.

Brice shares of the song: “‘Killed The Man’ symbolizes the death of a man’s old self, reborn as his best version to serve something greater. The track explores the profound transformation of shedding one’s ego to embrace a higher purpose. To me, ‘Killed The Man’ is about that kind of love that changes everything. The old me didn’t survive it — and I’m glad he didn’t. She buried him, married me, and I came out the other side a different man.”

The music video for the track seemingly begins with the search for a missing man and ends as a love story; check out the visual – HERE.

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Dropkick Murphys detail 2026 St. Patrick’s Day dates and 30th birthday celebration

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Dropkick Murphys have announced the dates and venues for their 2026 St. Patrick’s Day weekend celebration in Boston, which also marks the band’s 30th anniversary.

Dropkick Murphys 2026 For The People…In The Pit St. Patrick’s Day Tour will feature The Aggrolites and Haywire supporting on most dates. The trek kicks off February 9th in Portland, Maine, and culminates March 13, 14, 15, and 17 in Boston with the band’s annual run of hometown dates during St. Patrick’s Day week. Part of the For The People…In The Pit Tour includes March 13, 14 and 15, 2026 at MGM Music Hall at Fenway; and March 17 at Citizens House Of Blues.

The 2026 St. Patrick’s Day weekend shows in Boston are also a celebration of the band’s 30th birthday and include a special family-friendly afternoon mini-concert and meet & greet at MGM Music Hall at Fenway on March 14th at 2 pm. This special afternoon event benefits the band’s charitable foundation, The Claddagh Fund, and each adult ticket buyer can bring two kids under 13 for free.

Dropkick Murphys also just released the physical CD and vinyl versions of their latest album, For The People, which follows the album’s July 4 digital release The CD and vinyl releases will include 5 bonus songs: “Dropped On My Head,” “Take Your Bow,” “Straight Edge (I Liked You Better),” “A Hero Among Many,” and “Sirens.” Order at Dropkick Murphy’s webstore: HERE.

Ticket info can be found HERE.

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Carlos Santana sets dates for the 2026 Oneness Tour

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Carlos Santana has set dates for the 2026 Oneness Tour, performing titles from throughout the band’s 50-year career.

The tour kicks off on March 28th in Thackerville, OK, making stops in San Antonio, TX; New Orleans, LA; Pensacola, FL, Durham, NC; Cherokee, NC; St Augustine, FL; Estero, FL; Clearwater, FL; and Hollywood, FL. For tickets head to Ticketmaster.

Santana also recently set 2026 performances for his long-time Las Vegas residency, ‘An Intimate Evening with Santana: Greatest Hits Live’ at House of Blues inside Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. The residency is in its 14th year at the famed venue, featuring Carlos and his band.

The shows are scheduled for January, February, and May 2026, with a portion of the proceeds from all tickets sold benefits The Milagro Foundation. Milagro (“Miracle”) is a charitable foundation supporting underrepresented and vulnerable children and youth in the areas of arts, education and health. The Milagro Foundation was created in 1998 by Carlos Santana and his family to benefit children worldwide.

The 2026 dates are as follows:

January 2026: 21, 22, 24, 25, 28, 29, 31
February 2026: 1
May 2026: 13, 14, 16, 17, 20, 21, 23, 24

Other contribution goes towards the House of Blues Music Forward Foundation. Founded in 1993, Music Forward Foundation accelerates real-life skills for youth using music as the bridge to success. By channeling the power of music, the foundation helps kids create pathways to productive, sustainable and fulfilling lives. Through music industry mentorships and access to music education, Music Forward Foundation removes the barriers between need and success.

For residency ticket information, head HERE.

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Diana Ross to headline ‘Dick Clark’s Rockin’ New Year’s Eve With Ryan Seacrest’

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Diana Ross has been announced as the headliner for the 2026 ‘Dick Clark’s Rockin’ New Year’s Eve With Ryan Seacrest.’ The night kicks off in New York and continues through Las Vegas, Chicago, Puerto Rico and beyond.

Ross will perform a medley of her hits live in Times Square, including “I’m Coming Out” and “Upside Down” — which has seen a huge surge in popularity since being featured in Season 5 of Stranger Things. “Together we begin a new year. Let’s embrace a new beginning, new opportunities, new joy — a celebration of love, where we all come together as we begin 2026,” said Ross in a statement.

Seacrest co-hosts alongside Rita Ora from New York City at Times Square, with Chance the Rapper hosting from his native Chicago, and former NFL star Rob Gronkowski and Julianne Hough co-hosting from Las Vegas.

This year’s Dick Clark’s Rockin’ New Year’s Eve features the most expansive lineup in the show’s more than 50-year history, with performers including Mariah Carey, Post Malone, Chappell Roan, Demi Lovato and Maren Morris, as well as 50 Cent, Charlie Puth, OneRepublic and Pitbull.

Additional performers include: Ciara, Goo Goo Dolls, Lil Jon, Little Big Town, Madison Beer, New Kids on the Block, Jordan Davis, 6lack, The All-American Rejects, Rick Springfield and the voices of “KPop Demon Hunters.”

The 2026 ‘Dick Clark’s Rockin’ New Year’s Eve With Ryan Seacrest’ will air live on Wednesday, Dec. 31 from 8 p.m. EST to 4 am EST on ABC, and stream the next day on Hulu.

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Diana Ross to headline ‘Dick Clark’s Rockin’ New Year’s Eve With Ryan Seacrest’

Diana Ross in concert at The Michigan Central Station Detroit^ Michigan June 6 2024

Diana Ross has been announced as the headliner for the 2026 ‘Dick Clark’s Rockin’ New Year’s Eve With Ryan Seacrest.’ The night kicks off in New York and continues through Las Vegas, Chicago, Puerto Rico and beyond.

Ross will perform a medley of her hits live in Times Square, including “I’m Coming Out” and “Upside Down” — which has seen a huge surge in popularity since being featured in Season 5 of Stranger Things. “Together we begin a new year. Let’s embrace a new beginning, new opportunities, new joy — a celebration of love, where we all come together as we begin 2026,” said Ross in a statement.

Seacrest co-hosts alongside Rita Ora from New York City at Times Square, with Chance the Rapper hosting from his native Chicago, and former NFL star Rob Gronkowski and Julianne Hough co-hosting from Las Vegas.

This year’s Dick Clark’s Rockin’ New Year’s Eve features the most expansive lineup in the show’s more than 50-year history, with performers including Mariah Carey, Post Malone, Chappell Roan, Demi Lovato and Maren Morris, as well as 50 Cent, Charlie Puth, OneRepublic and Pitbull.

Additional performers include: Ciara, Goo Goo Dolls, Lil Jon, Little Big Town, Madison Beer, New Kids on the Block, Jordan Davis, 6lack, The All-American Rejects, Rick Springfield and the voices of “KPop Demon Hunters.”

The 2026 ‘Dick Clark’s Rockin’ New Year’s Eve With Ryan Seacrest’ will air live on Wednesday, Dec. 31 from 8 p.m. EST to 4 am EST on ABC, and stream the next day on Hulu.

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