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Garth Brooks Announces “Dolly Day,” Will Donate Every Dollar to Help Continue Dolly Parton’s Legacy
The article reports that Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood will mark 25 September as “Dolly Day” at their Friends in Low Places Bar & Honky-Tonk, following the reported death of Dolly Parton at 80. It says the venue will donate all income from that day to children’s literacy, aiming to continue Parton’s charitable legacy and…
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Cardi B Says “Ah Ha” Targets Those Who Think She’s Worried About Them: “There’s a Lot of Jealousy Around Me”
Cardi B has said that her new single “Ah Ha” is aimed at people who wrongly believe she is preoccupied with them or their relationships. She described the song as a response to perceived jealousy and rivalry around her, saying its message applies to women, men and others in her life; the comments accompany the…
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Sweetener used in chewing gum and jam linked to strokes and heart attacks
A large observational study has found that people with the highest blood levels of xylitol, a sweetener used in products including chewing gum, toothpaste and low-sugar foods, had a higher risk of heart attack, stroke or death. The findings raise questions about the long-term cardiovascular safety of a widely used ingredient often regarded as a…
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Datacenters face direct hit from China rare earth curbs, as clock runs out on escalated licensing chokeoff
China’s rare-earth export controls could soon disrupt datacentre supply chains, particularly for components relying on yttrium and erbium. The issue matters because these materials are used in optical networking, displays, capacitors and other electronics, while Beijing must decide in November whether to maintain or reinstate stricter licensing rules. Yttrium exports from China are reportedly down…
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Asda returns to growth after more than two years
Asda has reported its first quarterly sales growth in more than two years, signalling early progress in its turnaround after prolonged operational and financial difficulties. Executive chair Allan Leighton said lower prices, a stronger online service and steadier IT systems were bringing more customers back, though the retailer remains under pressure from Aldi, Lidl, Tesco…
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The unexpected 1960s artist Freddie Mercury learned the most from: “Oozes with sheer talent”
Freddie Mercury said he learned more from Liza Minnelli than from conventional rock frontmen, seeing her theatrical stagecraft, stamina and connection with audiences as a major influence on his own performance style. The comparison highlights why Mercury’s flamboyant, androgynous approach with Queen stood apart from the more traditionally macho model associated with many rock singers.…
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Barron Trump keeps private amid security fears after threats
Reports say Barron Trump has become increasingly private amid threats and violence linked to his father, President Donald Trump. The article says this matters because the alleged risks have led to heightened concern for the 20-year-old’s safety and prompted the First Lady’s office to request privacy regarding his personal life. Barron reportedly spent much of…
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Criminals could be let out of prison after serving just a sixth of their sentence in bid to tackle overcrowding
Ministry of Justice officials are reportedly considering allowing some prisoners to move to home detention curfews after serving one sixth of their sentence, rather than becoming eligible after one fifth. The proposal is part of wider efforts to prevent prisons becoming overcrowded, but it has prompted criticism from opponents who argue the Government should expand…
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Bournemouth and Sunderland land Milan in Europa League, Crystal Palace get Lyon
Bournemouth and Sunderland have been drawn against Milan in the Europa League league phase, offering both clubs high-profile fixtures in their first European campaigns for decades. Crystal Palace will face Lyon, giving head coach Pierre Sage a return to the club he previously managed, while Celtic, Brighton and Hearts have also learnt their European opponents.…
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Loco Dice on Music, Movement, and His Creative Evolution
Loco Dice reflects on his move from hip-hop into house and techno, saying electronic music offered greater scope to explore sounds, tell stories and respond directly to a crowd. He argues that the energy of the dance floor remains central to his work, with live audience reactions informing the music he makes afterwards. The Düsseldorf-born…