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Apr 05 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Celebrate Their Big Days on April 5

April 5 brings a mix of well‑known faces and historic figures turning another year older. Among the modern stars, actor Sterling K. Brown marks his 50th birthday and has already earned an Oscar nomination for best supporting role in 2024. Meanwhile, Lily James celebrates 37 years of life after starr

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Apr 05 2026WEATHER

Sunny Start, Cool Midday: Easter Weather in the Midwest

Early on Easter Sunday, people in the Twin Cities and nearby areas will feel a crisp chill as temperatures hover between 20 and 35 degrees. The sun shines bright in the morning, giving a quick burst of warmth that is soon followed by a blanket of clouds. Those planning outdoor egg hunts should bring

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Apr 04 2026RELIGION

Pope’s Candle‑Lit Good Friday Service Calls for Justice and Compassion

The Vatican hosted a quiet, candle‑lit gathering on Good Friday inside Rome’s historic Colosseum. Thousands of faithful gathered in the ancient amphitheatre, where the pope led a procession that traced Jesus’ final hours. The event blended scripture readings, prayers, and meditations that highlighte

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Apr 04 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Turning a Year Older on April 4th

April 4 brings another batch of stars celebrating their birthdays. Among the most notable is actor Robert Downey Jr. , who marks 61 years today. Producer Clive Davis, a Brooklyn native, reaches the milestone of 94 years. His long career in music has shaped many iconic artists. Hugo Weaving, known

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Apr 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrities Celebrating April 3rd

A lot of famous faces marked another year on April 3. Among them, Alec Baldwin celebrated his 68th birthday after hosting “SNL” in 2017. Eddie Murphy, who grew up with the middle name Regan, turned 65, while Australian actor Ben Mendelsohn reached 57. The list also highlights Jennie Garth, now 54, w

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Apr 03 2026SPORTS

Tech vs. Houston on Friday? Big 12 says it’s happening

The Big 12 isn’t backing down after Texas Tech booster Cody Campbell called out the league over a Friday night game this fall. Campbell tagged the commissioner in a social media post, unhappy about Tech playing Houston on a Friday instead of Saturday. But the league isn’t changing course. Commissio

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Apr 02 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Turning 22‑79 on April 2

It’s a busy day for birthdays. The oldest star is singer Emmylou Harris, who celebrates 79 years and has earned a Grammy nod every year from 1976 to 1990. The next big name is actor Pedro Pascal, who turns 51 and will soon bring Mister Fantastic back to the Avengers movies. Emma Myers, a young actre

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Apr 02 2026RELIGION

A Quiet Day of Reflection

Good Friday is a solemn pause in the Christian calendar that falls two days before Easter. It marks the moment when Jesus endured trial, punishment and death on the cross, a sacrifice Christians believe brings forgiveness. The day is part of Holy Week, a time when believers remember the lead‑up to C

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Apr 02 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Birthdays to Celebrate on April Fools' Day

April 1st isn't just for pranks—it’s also a day packed with birthdays of people who’ve shaped pop culture. Among them is Asa Butterfield, now 29, who started his acting career young with a role in "Son of Rambow. " He’s joined by older stars like Annette O’Toole, who turned 74 and once played Lana L

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Mar 31 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Celebrate March 31st Birthdays

March 31 brings a mix of seasoned actors, rising directors, and iconic musicians into the spotlight. Christopher Walken turns 83, having recently joined the cast of “Severance. ” Meanwhile, Rhea Perlman celebrates 78 years, with a middle name that many fans might not know. Ewan McGregor marks 55, an

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