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Metallica, Mariah Carey, H.E.R. and more lead Global Citizen lineups

Metallica, Rosalia, Mariah Carey, SZA, Jonas Brothers, Usher and H.E.R. lead the lineups for two simultaneous Global Citizen festivals, to be held Sept. 24 at New York’s Central Park and Black Star Square in Accra, Ghana.

Metallica, Charlie Puth, Jonas Brothers, MÅNESKIN, Mariah Carey, Mickey Guyton and Rosalía will perform in Central Park, hosted by Priyanka Chopra Jonas. Usher, SZA, Stormzy, Gyakie, H.E.R., Sarkodie, Stonebwoy and TEMS will be featured at the Ghana edition.

The 10th edition of the event will be broadcast live on ABC, FX, Hulu, iHeartRadio, TimesLIVE, Twitter and YouTube. According to a statement, Global Citizen is ‘calling on world leaders to “invest $600 million into the future of women and girls, close the annual $10 billion climate financing shortfall, deliver $500 million to help African farmers respond to the global food crisis and provide urgent relief from crushing debts to end extreme poverty now.’

Tickets to the festival are free and can be earned by taking action on a variety of issues through Global Citizen’s app.

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Willow shares new song ‘Hover Like a Goddess’ from upcoming album ‘CopingMechanism’

Willow has announced her new album <CopingMechanism> is due out September 23 via Roc Nation; the record was produced by Willow and Chris Greatti. Alongside the announcement comes a new single, “Hover Like a Goddess.” Willow said in a statement about the track: “Every woman deserves to be worshiped. This song is an ode to the divine goddess within us all.”  Check the song out – here.

<CopingMechanism> follows Willow’s 2021 album Lately I Feel Everything, which featured the hit song “Transparent Soul.” The new album opens with Willow’s recent single “ It’s My Fault.”

To pre-order <CopingMechanism>, head here.

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Iranian military operative is charged in plot to assassinate former Trump security advisor John Bolton

On Wednesday, the U.S. Department of Justice charged an Iranian military operative with plotting to assassinate former President Donald Trump’s national security advisor, John Bolton. Bolton, who served as Trump’s third national security advisor for 17 months before resigning, was the main architect of the administration’s “maximum pressure” campaign against Iran.

According to court documents, 45-year-old Shahram Poursafi of Tehran, Iran attempted to arrange the killing of Bolton in retaliation for the January 2020 U.S. airstrike that killed Iran’s top commander, Gen. Qasem Soleimani, who led a special forces unit of Iran’s elite Revolutionary Guard. Soleimani had been a key figure in Iranian and Middle East politics and his death exacerbated tension between Iran and the United States

Poursafi, a member of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, attempted to pay individuals in the United States in October 2021 a reward of $300,000 to carry out the plot in either Washington, D.C., or Maryland. Poursafi, also known as Mehdi Rezayi, was charged with the use of interstate commerce facilities in the commission of murder for hire and with providing and attempting to provide material support to a transnational murder plot. If convicted, he faces up to 10 years imprisonment and a fine of up to $250,000 for the use of interstate commerce facilities in the commission of murder for hire. Additionally, he faces up to 15 years imprisonment and a fine of up to $250,000 for providing and attempting to provide material support to a transnational murder plot. Poursafi remains at large abroad.

In a statement, Bolton thanked the Justice Department, FBI and the Secret Service: “While much cannot be said publicly right now, one point is indisputable: Iran’s rulers are liars, terrorists, and enemies of the United States. Their radical, anti-American objectives are unchanged; their commitments are worthless and their global threat is growing.”

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3 people killed in Southern Indiana house explosion; 39 more homes are damaged

Three people were killed Wednesday when a house exploded in the southern Indiana city of Evansville. The cause of the explosion has not been determined, but the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives was investigating.

Evansville Fire Department Chief Mike Connelly said a total of 39 houses were damaged by the explosion at around 1 p.m, adding that the department has not confirmed how many of the houses were occupied when the explosion happened because “some were too unstable to enter. Debris is strewn over a 100-foot (30-meter) radius” including “typical construction materials such as wooden boards, window glass and insulation.”

Fire Chief Connelly said that CenterPoint Energy, the local gas utility, was last called to the home in January 2018. CenterPoint issued a statement saying: “CenterPoint Energy is working closely with the Evansville Fire Department, State Fire Marshal and other agencies as the investigation of this incident continues.” It was the second house explosion in the area in just over five years. A house explosion on June 27, 2017, killed two people and injured three others.

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Sports Daypop

Detroit Tigers fire general manager Al Avila after seven seasons

The Detroit Tigers announced on Wednesday they have fired executive vice president and general manager Al Avila after 22 years with the organization, including seven years as the GM.  Tigers chairman and CEO Chris Illitch said in a statement: “Once I decided to make a change, I sat down with Al and thanked him for his nearly 22 years of service to our organization. Al’s loyalty and dedication has served as an example to all during his time as a leader in our baseball operations department … I want to re-establish our momentum and progress towards building a winning team and I am driven to find a talented executive to help us do that. Tigers fans deserve winning teams and I’m highly focused and committed to deliver that to the people of Detroit and Michigan. With new baseball operations leadership will come a fresh perspective toward evolving our roster and maximizing our talent to reach our objectives. To be clear, our goals are to build a team that wins on a sustainable basis, qualifies for the playoffs, and ultimately wins the World Series.”

In six full seasons with Avila as general manager, the Tigers had five losing seasons including two years with the worst record in baseball and one 100-loss season.  This season, the team has fallen 25 games below .500 and are currently sitting in last place in the AL Central with the third-worst record in the league.

Said Avila: ”For nearly 22 years, I have given my heart and soul to this franchise, and I want to thank Mr. and Mrs. Ilitch, along with Chris, for the opportunity and treating me and my family as their own. We’ve celebrated successes and enjoyed great moments, and I’m proud to have worked with so many talented people in baseball operations and throughout the organization. I’Il cherish our friendships and the successes we all celebrated together. To Tigers fans, you’re the best and you deserve a winner. I wish the results would have been better this season but know there is a lot to look forward to in the coming years. God bless everyone.”

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Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jakeem Grant placed on injured reserve list; is ruled out for season

The Cleveland Browns announced on Wednesday they have placed wide receiver Jakeem Grant on injured reserve after he tore an Achilles at training camp, ending his 2022 season. Grant was carted off the field after he sustained the injury Tuesday in Berea, Ohio.

Browns coach Kevin Stefanski said in a statement: “I really feel awful for Jakeem. We’ve witnessed how hard the young man has worked since he got to our team. We all realize injuries are a part of our game, but that doesn’t make it any easier to accept especially for someone that works as hard and carries himself like Jakeem.”

Grant earned his first Pro Bowl selection last season, where he played for both the Miami Dolphins and Chicago Bears.  The Dolphins traded Grant to the Bears in October. The six-year veteran had signed a three-year pact with the Browns in the off-season.

Grant was listed as a third-string wide receiver when the Browns released their first unofficial depth chart earlier in the week, and he was the only player listed as a punt returner and kick returner. Demetric Felton is now among the top candidates to replace Grant in those roles this season.

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ERNEST announces first headlining ‘Sucker For Small Towns’ tour

ERNEST is gearing up to embark on his first-ever headlining tour, dubbed the Sucker For Small Towns Tour.  The country hitmaker announced the news on social media: “I’m stoked to get out there and take the ERN show on the road. Gonna be playin’ to rooms I think we can pack! It’s an experience we put together specifically for the fans and I think it’s going to be special for them to be able to say they were there for it!”

The Sucker For Small Towns Tour, featuring support from Jake Worthington, Lauren Watkins, and Noah Hicks, will kick off on October 6 at Zydeco in Birmingham, Alabama and run through November 19, wrapping-up in Peoria, Illinois at Crusens.

Fans can join ERNEST’s community to receive a pre-sale code for ticket pre-sale by texting (615) 235-5823. The code grants concertgoers access to the ticket pre-sale. General ticket on-sale begins Friday, August 12 at 8 AM CT for all dates, excluding Chicago, which will go on-sale August 26.

To purchase tickets for the Sucker For Small Towns Tour, visit ERNEST’s official website HERE.

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Listen to the new song from Craig Morgan ‘How You Make a Man’

Craig Morgan has released the debut single from his forthcoming ‘God, Family, Country’ (Deluxe Edition) album, titled “How You Make a Man.”   The deluxe edition of the LP is scheduled to be released on November 11.

Morgan says of the new song How You Make a Man:  “This song makes a powerful statement about how you have to go through things, and sometimes experience difficult things in life, to become a better human.”  You can listen to the new single  – here.

Morgan will embark on his God, Family Country Tour on October 19 in Green Bay, Wisconsin, performing in 11 cities before wrapping up on November 11 with a special Veterans Day show – his first headlining concert at the Ryman Auditorium.  Ray Fulcher will serve as the opening act for all shows. You can get information on Morgan’s music and tour dates by visiting his website.

God, Family, Country is available for pre-order here.

Craig Morgan releases ‘How You Make A Man’

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Selena Gomez in talks to produce reboot of the 1988 film ‘Working Girl’

Selena Gomez is in talks to produce a reboot of the 1988 rom-com Working Girl.  Sources tell Deadline that 20th Century Studios is working on a revival of the film, with Gomez serving as producer. It is unclear if the 30-year-old Gomez will be cast in the film in addition to her producer role, and no additional casting or plot details have been announced. 20th Century Studios has not commented on the rumors.

The original 1988 version of Working Girl, directed by Mike Nichols, starred Harrison Ford, Melanie Griffith and Sigourney Weaver. The film followed a secretary who goes to work for her boss after he is taken out of commission with a broken leg.  Working Girl was a huge success and would go on to be nominated for six Academy Awards, including nominations for Best Picture, Best Actress for Griffith and Best Director for Nichols.  The film brought in $100 million at the domestic box office during its theatrical run.

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Kenan Thompson to host 2022 Primetime Emmy Awards this fall

NBC and the Television Academy said in a press release that Kenan Thompson will host the 2022 Primetime Emmy Awards.  The 74th annual Primetime Emmy Awards ceremony will take place Sept. 12 at Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, airing at 8 p.m. EDT on NBC and also streaming on Peacock.

The 44-year-old Thompson is an actor and comedian who stars on the NBC late-night sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live.  Said Thompson: “Being a part of this incredible evening where we honor the best of the television community is ridiculously exciting, and to do it on NBC — my longtime network family — makes it even more special. Like all TV fans, I can’t wait to see the stars from my favorite shows.”

NBCUniversal television and streaming EVP of live events Jen Neal said in a statement: “Kenan is well-regarded as one of the funniest, likeable and accomplished performers of the last two decades and his tenure on Saturday Night Live speaks for itself. We know he’ll bring an excitement and professionalism to the Emmy Awards that a show of this stature deserves.”

Kenan Thompson To Host 2022 Emmy Awards On NBC & Peacock

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