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‘Zombie’, a $1,000,000 cheque, and Dolores O’Riordan’s powerful refusal: “Wanted to break the rest of the world”

  • O’Riordan rejected a reported $1 million offer to replace “Zombie”.
  • The song responded to the 1993 Warrington bombings.
  • It became an international hit and reached a bereaved father years later.

Dolores O’Riordan wrote The Cranberries’ “Zombie” after IRA bombings in Warrington killed two children in 1993. The song marked a shift from the band’s earlier, gentler sound and addressed the human cost of political violence, a subject O’Riordan felt should not be softened for commercial reasons. Former manager…

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‘You’ve Got Mail’ Reboot in the Works at Warner Bros.

  • Warner Bros. is developing a new *You’ve Got Mail* film.
  • Jason Orley will direct and write the current draft.
  • The 1998 original grossed over $250 million worldwide.

Warner Bros. is developing a new film inspired by the 1998 romantic comedy *You’ve Got Mail*. It will tell a new story rather than remake the original, with Jason Orley directing and writing the current draft; the plot has not been disclosed. The original film starred Tom Hanks…

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Jack River Signs With G.Y.R.O., Releases First New Music In Three Years

  • Jack River has signed with G.Y.R.O.
  • “Borderline” is her first release since 2023.
  • She is developing songs about change and motherhood.

Australian singer-songwriter Jack River, whose real name is Holly Rankin, has signed with independent music company G.Y.R.O. and released “Borderline”, her first new music since 2023. The song marks a return to recording and reflects her changing sense of identity and independence after becoming a mother. Rankin said…

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‘Dancing With the Stars’ has most shocking elimination yet on ‘Grammy Night’

  • Jenna Dewan and Val Chmerkovskiy finished seventh after a surprise elimination.
  • They scored 28 out of 30 for a Janet Jackson routine.
  • Harry Shum Jr. and Jenna Johnson led the night with 29 out of 30.

Jenna Dewan and her partner Val Chmerkovskiy were eliminated from “Dancing With the Stars” during Grammy Night, finishing seventh in Season 35. The result surprised viewers because Dewan is a former professional dancer and had been expected to reach the final. The remaining couples danced to Grammy-winning or…

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Ninajirachi Wins 2026 NSW Music Prize

  • Ninajirachi wins A$80,000 for *I Love My Computer*.
  • 3% and BOY SODA each receive A$40,000 awards.
  • The NSW Music Prize launched in 2025.

Australian DJ and producer Ninajirachi has won the 2026 New South Wales Music Prize for her debut album, *I Love My Computer*. The A$80,000 award recognises her growing success and the album’s links to her upbringing on the NSW Central Coast. Ninajirachi, whose real name is Nina Wilson,…

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VisionQuest Post-Credits Scene Just Confirmed A Major Marvel Character Is Coming Back in Upcoming Avengers Films

  • Doctor Doom appears to awaken Wanda in *VisionQuest*’s post-credits scene.
  • Wanda’s fate had been unknown since *Multiverse of Madness*.
  • Doom may be gathering powerful allies ahead of the next Avengers films.

The post-credits scene in *VisionQuest* shows Doctor Doom uncovering Wanda Maximoff, the Scarlet Witch, and apparently bringing her back to life. He tells her, “Scarlet Witch, awaken. Your power will be mine,” before her eyes open, suggesting she may appear in *Avengers: Doomsday*, *Avengers: Secret Wars* or both.…

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‘VisionQuest’ Showrunner Breaks Down the Finale’s Massive ‘WandaVision’ Reunion Scene

  • Vision reaches Ultron through a sitcom sequence.
  • The scene deliberately echoes *WandaVision*.
  • James Spader returns as Ultron after ten years.

In *VisionQuest*’s finale, Vision uses a sitcom-style sequence to reach Ultron, creating a deliberate echo of *WandaVision*. Showrunner Terry Matalas says the writers considered other versions but decided the story needed to centre on Vision and Ultron, making the scene a full-circle moment for the series. James Spader,…

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GOP facing major uphill battle in Texas after Dem takeover, expensive mess in Lone Star state

  • Texas Democrats won eight statewide races and control of the state House.
  • James Talarico beat Ken Paxton by 12.3 percentage points.
  • The article says Elon Musk spent at least $225 million on Texas campaigns.

The article claims that Democrats made major gains in Texas in the midterm elections, winning eight statewide races and taking control of the state House after decades out of power. It argues that the results are a setback for Donald Trump and the state’s Republicans, and could make…

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Brandy & Monica Announce The Boy Is Mine Las Vegas Residency: See Dates

  • Brandy and Monica announced 10 Las Vegas shows for 2027.
  • The residency runs from 29 May to 17 July.
  • Their duet “The Boy Is Mine” topped the Hot 100 for 13 weeks.

Brandy and Monica will bring their first Las Vegas residency to Resorts World in 2027, with 10 shows scheduled between 29 May and 17 July. The run follows their sold-out joint arena tour and extends their partnership around “The Boy Is Mine”. The residency takes its name from…

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Weezer Honored as Billboard Legends of Live as Rivers Cuomo Reflects on the Road Life: ‘A Mission I Want to Take On’

  • Weezer received the Legends of Live award.
  • The band has toured annually since 2008, except in 2020.
  • Its 2026 tour averages $1.1 million per show.

Weezer received the Legends of Live award at the 2026 Billboard Live Music Summit in Los Angeles, where Rivers Cuomo, Patrick Wilson and Scott Shriner discussed the band’s touring career. The recognition reflects a touring business that has remained active almost every year since 2008, and Cuomo described…

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