Month: January 2023

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Paul McCartney announces photography book ‘1964: Eyes of the Storm’

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Paul McCartney is set to release a new book of photography this summer titled ‘1964: Eyes of the Storm.’ The book features 275 of McCartney’s photographs from six cities – Liverpool, Paris, New York, Washington, D.C., and Miami – all taken in 1964. The collection also includes never-before-seen shots of John Lennon, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr.

McCartney said in a press release: “Anyone who rediscovers a personal relic or family treasure is instantly flooded with memories and emotions, which then trigger associations buried in the haze of time. This was exactly my experience in seeing these photos, all taken over an intense three-month period of travel, culminating in February 1964. It was a wonderful sensation to be plunged right back. Here was my own record of our first huge trip, a photographic journal of the Beatles in six cities, beginning in Liverpool and London, followed by Paris (where John and I had been ordinary hitchhikers three years before), and then what we regarded as the big time, our first visit as a group to America.”

‘1964: Eyes of the Storm’ also includes a foreword by McCartney, as well as an introduction by ‘New Yorker’ essayist Jill Lepore. The book is set for release on June 13. To pre-order ‘1964: Eyes of the Storm’, head here.

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Meghan Trainor announces pregnancy, release of book on motherhood

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Meghan Trainor and her husband Daryl Sabara are expecting their second child. Trainor revealed the news during her appearance on The Today Show.  Trainor and Sabara’s son, Riley, was born in February 2021; their second child is due this summer.  Trainor also shared with People the happy news: “What a blessing … I’m just so grateful I can get pregnant. And I’m like, ‘I’m crushing it. This is amazing. This is my dreams.’ I’m halfway there—I want four kids!”

Trainor will also release her first book, Dear Future Mama: A TMI Guide to Pregnancy, Birth, and New Motherhood from Your Bestie, on April 25.  Trainor shares stories and first-hand experiences from her own pregnancy, and touches on topics like ovulation and breastfeeding, and shares her personal perspective on body image and mental health. Trainor says in a press release: “I spent my entire pregnancy trying to get all the information I could possibly get … I was captivated by what I was experiencing, and as the first of my friends to be pregnant, nobody around me but my mom, my aunts, and strangers on the internet knew what I was going through. After feeling so overwhelmed and alone in my first pregnancy, I was inspired to write this book to make sure no other future mama ever felt like that. I want to give future mamas permission to find the right path for them—without the judgment of others. I want this book to feel like a hug from a bestie.”

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Sports Daypop

Chiefs defeat Bengals 23-20 with late field goal to advance to Super Bowl LVII

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The Kansas City Chiefs scored a field goal with seconds remaining to beat the Cincinnati Bengals 23-20 in a close AFC Championship matchup on Sunday, sending them to the Super Bowl to face the Philadelphia Eagles. The Chiefs sacked Cincinnati quarterback Joe Burrow with less than a minute left before kicker Harrison Butker earned the winning field goal.

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes played the game with a high-ankle sprain which he sustained in the Chiefs’ divisional round win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. The sprain caused Mahomes to limp on at least one occasion during Sunday’s game, but he played well, throwing 29 of 43 for two touchdowns and 326 yards. Mahomes said: “I want to thank God, man. He healed my body this week, to battle through that. He gave me the strength to be out here.”

After the win, Mahomes said of the Eagles from the field: “They’re a great football team. I’ve watched them all year long. Great quarterback, great entire team, man. It’s going to be a great challenge for us … but I’m going to celebrate this one first.nI don’t think we have any cigars, but we’re going to be ready to go at the Super Bowl.”

The Chiefs win marks their third trip to the NFL final in four years, after they broke a five-decade drought to hoist the Lombardi Trophy in 2020 and lost to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers the following year.

The Chiefs will face the Eagles in Super Bowl LVII at 6:30 p.m. EST Feb. 12 in Glendale, Ariz.

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Eagles defeat 49ers 31-7 to advance to Super Bowl LVII

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The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the San Francisco 49ers 31-7 in the NFC Championship game Sunday in Philadelphia, and will advance to Super Bowl LVII.

The Eagles forced three turnovers, logged three sacks and allowed just 164 yards, with running back Miles Sanders scoring two of the Eagles’ four rushing touchdowns in their win at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts completed 15 of 25 passes for 121 yards and scored a rushing touchdown, and running back Boston Scott also scored a rushing touchdown. Eagles safety Reed Blankenship and linebacker Haason Reddick each forced and recovered fumbles in the win.

Meanwhile, 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy sustained a right elbow injury on the sixth play of the next drive did not return until the second half. Purdy returned in the third quarter after replacement QB Josh Johnson sustained a concussion, but the 49ers offense continued to struggle.

Eagles coach Nick Sirianni said in an on-field interview: “Obviously, this is something you dream about as a kid,” All the guys on our team have dreamt about this their entire lives. Just to be able to do this together with a bunch of men who love each other, who are connected to each other and would do anything for each other is pretty sweet.”

The Eagles will meet the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII at 6:30 p.m. EST Feb. 12 in Glendale, Ariz.

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Man suspected of torture and kidnapping of woman in Oregon using dating apps to evade police

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Authorities in southwestern Oregon are warning that a Nevada man accused of attempted murder and torturing a woman in Oregon is on the run and using dating apps to evade capture or find potential new victims. Law enforcement officials are warning to be on the lookout for Benjamin Obadiah Foster, a 36-year-old man who has been on the run in Oregon since Thursday. The Grants Pass Police Department said in a statement: “The investigation has revealed that the suspect is actively using online dating applications to contact unsuspecting individuals who may be lured into assisting with the suspect’s escape or potentially as additional victims.”  The Grants Pass Police Department in Oregon said Foster is extremely dangerous in a post on Facebook, adding that “it is possible that Benjamin Foster may attempt to change his appearance by shaving his beard and hair or by changing his hair color.”

The search for Foster began Tuesday after officers found a woman who had been bound and severely beaten into unconsciousness. The man fled the scene before officers arrived, but investigators identified Foster as the suspect and asked members of the public to call 911 immediately if they see him, warning he “should be considered extremely dangerous.” The victim was taken to a hospital in critical condition and is being guarded while the suspect remains at large. Police said Foster “likely received assistance in fleeing the area,” and added that Tina Marie Jones, a 68-year-old from Wolf Creek, Ore., was arrested for hindering prosecution in connection to the search.

A $2,500 reward has been offered for information leading to Foster’s capture. Police said he is wanted on suspicion of kidnapping, attempted murder and assault. The Grants Pass police have opened a hotline for tips at 541-237-5607 for information that leads to Foster’s arrest.

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At least 6 dead, 3 injured in crash involving box truck and express bus in Upstate New York

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According to the New York State Police (NYSP), 6 people are dead and another three seriously injured after an express bus and a box truck collided early Saturday morning in Louisville, New York.  NYSP said in a press release that officers responded to a fatal motor vehicle accident on State Highway 37 involving a 2021 Freightliner box truck and a 2013 express bus at 6:02 a.m. local time. The Lawrence County Medical Examiner’s Officer also responded to the scene.

According to the statement, authorities confirmed the deaths and injuries, noting that one victim is in critical condition, and two are “seriously injured.” All nine victims were passengers on the express bus; the injured were taken to hospitals nearby.   The investigation into what caused the accident is ongoing, according to police.

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Country Daypop

Country Music Hall Of Fame to unveil new ‘American Currents’ exhibit this March

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Luke Combs, HARDY, Wynonna Judd, Miranda Lambert, Loretta Lynn, Reba McEntire, Elvis Presley, Shania Twain, Morgan Wallen, Lainey Wilson and more will be featured in the annual ‘American Currents: State of the Music’ exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville, Tennessee.

According to a social media post from the Country Music Hall of Fame, “‘American Currents: State of the Music’ opens March 8. This annual exhibit takes a broad view of the genre over the past year to explore musical developments, artist achievements, and notable events, as determined by the Museum’s curators and editorial staff.” 

Kyle Young, chief executive officer of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, said in a statement: “Each year through the American Currents exhibit, the museum documents and reports on the music and events that helped shape the previous year, examining a wide scope of contributions,”“Last year, we witnessed innovative collaborations, varied musical perspectives and well-deserved honors for emerging artists and established luminaries. American Currents allows us to highlight these moments and artists, sharing their significance in country music history.”

‘American Currents: State of the Music’ is set to open on March 8, and will run until February 2024.

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Keith Urban, Cody Johnson, and Luke Bryan to headline Washington’s Watershed Festival

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Watershed Music & Camping Festival has revealed its 2023 lineup which will feature Luke Bryan, Cody Johnson and Keith Urban as headliners. The festival will take place at the Gorge Amphitheatre in George, Washington from Aug. 4-6th.

Appearing on the two-stage festival’s ‘main stage’ will be Wade Bowen, Travis Denning, Ernest, Kameron Marlowe, Parker McCollum, Niko Moon, Kylie Morgan, Carly Pearce, Conner Smith, Tenille Townes, Lainey Wilson, DJ Rod Youree and Warren Zeiders.

Appearing on its ‘Next From Nashville’ stage will be some of country music’s newest acts, including Avery Anna, Chayce Beckham, George Birge, Ben Burgess, Ben Chapman, Madeline Edwards, Carter Faith, Ella Langley, Alexander Ludwig, Landon Parker, Pillbox Patti, MacKenzie Porter, Peytan Porter, Aaron Raitiere and Lauren Watkins.

Three-day passes will go on sale beginning Feb. 3 12 p.m. CT. For ticketing and more information on the event, head here.

Luke Bryan, Cody Johnson, Keith Urban headlining Watershed 2023

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’24,’ ‘Timeless’ actor Annie Wersching dies of cancer at age 45

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Actor Annie Wersching, best known for playing FBI agent Renee Walker in the series “24” and voicing Tess in the video game “The Last of Us,” has died at age 45. Wersching’s publicist told The Associated Press that she passed away Sunday morning in Los Angeles following a battle with cancer.

“The Last of Us” creator Neil Druckmann wrote on Twitter that “We just lost a beautiful artist and human being. My heart is shattered. Thoughts are with her loved ones.” Actor Abigail Spencer, who appeared with Wersching on the sci-fi series “Timeless,” tweeted, “We love you Annie Wersching. You will be deeply missed.”

Wersching appeared on dozens of television shows over the course of her two-decade career including “Star Trek: Enterprise,” and recurring roles in “24,” “Bosch,” “The Vampire Diaries,” Marvel’s “Runaways,” “The Rookie” and, most recently, the second season of “Star Trek: Picard” as the Borg Queen. She also provided the voice and motion capture performance for Tess for the popular video game “The Last of Us.”

Wershing was diagnosed with cancer in 2020, according to Deadline, and continued working. She’s survived by her husband, actor Stephen Full, and three sons. A GoFundMe page was set up Sunday to support the family.

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Jay Leno breaks multiple bones in recent motorcycle crash

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In an interview with the Las Vegas Review-Journal, former late-night talk show host Jay Leno said he broke multiple bones in a motorcycle accident — just months after suffering severe burns to his face. Leno said on Jan. 17 he was knocked off his bike, suffering a broken collarbone, two broken ribs and two cracked kneecaps.

Leno is gearing up for his Las Vegas residency on the Encore Theater stage at Wynn Las Vegas in March. He explained that he had been testing out a 1940 Indian motorcycle when he noticed the smell of leaking gasoline.  Said Leno: “So I turned down a side street and cut through a parking lot, and unbeknownst to me, some guy had a wire strung across the parking lot but with no flag hanging from it … So, you know, I didn’t see it until it was too late. It just clothesline me and, boom, knocked me off the bike.”

Leno said he didn’t initially go public about the accident due to all the publicity he had received following the November 2002 incident where he suffered severe burns on his face and body while working on a 1907 White Steam Car in his Los Angeles garage last fall. After a gasoline fire erupted, Leno was brought to Grossman Burn Center for treatment where he underwent a skin grafting procedure and several other surgeries during his 10-day hospital stay.

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