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Mar 22 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Showtime Picks and Cultural Thoughts

"The series that’s grabbing my attention right now is a show about people who are smart, hardworking and face all kinds of messes in the world. The creators use short moments of skill and care to show that adults can manage complex systems, which feels hopeful in a tough world. I’m also counting

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Mar 21 2026CRIME

AI‑Song Scam Hits $8 Million, Man Must Pay Back

A North Carolina resident admitted to fabricating thousands of AI‑generated tracks and using fake listeners to trick major music services into paying him more than $8 million in royalties. He pleaded guilty to a single wire‑fraud conspiracy charge before a federal judge and will be sentenced in July

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Mar 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Shows, Songs and Games to Watch This Week

This week brings a mix of fresh films, music and games that you can stream on your favorite devices. A special celebrating the 20th anniversary of a famous teen show will appear on Disney+. Miley Cyrus returns for music, clips and an interview. Netflix offers its first Major League Baseball ga

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Mar 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Country Star Takes a Pause to Heal

A country music performer recently shared on social media that he will step back from touring to focus on his mental well‑being. He explained that the pressures of life and work had pushed him to a point where he needed to reassess his priorities. The artist said that faith and family are now

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Mar 18 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Weekend Highlights: Fair, Festival and Arts in Arkansas

The 53rd Territorial Fair opens Saturday from ten to four on the historic Arkansas Museum grounds. A partnership with the Quapaw Nation showcases native traditions and early settlers. Visitors can learn how to dry, pound, and cook corn while playing dice games and running foot races. Crafts include

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Mar 16 2026HEALTH

Resilience Helps Musicians Beat Hidden Childhood Stress

Musicians sometimes suffer from a rare problem called musician’s dystonia, where their hands or arms suddenly act out of control while playing. It is a task‑specific disorder that can affect up to one in every hundred professional players, and doctors still do not know all the reasons it happens.

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Mar 14 2026CELEBRITIES

Phil Campbell’s Last Note: A Tribute

A message from the band PHIL CAMPBELL AND THE BASTARD SONS announced that Phil Campbell, who was 64 years old, passed away on March 14 after a long fight with health problems following a major operation. He died peacefully in his sleep. He was loved as a husband, father and grandfather, often calle

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Mar 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Colter Wall Pauses Touring to Care for His Mind

The Canadian country star announced on March 11 that he is canceling the rest of his 2026 tour and stepping away from live shows for an indefinite period. He said he has been struggling with mental health, and continuing to travel and perform only made the situation worse. After talking with his ban

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Mar 11 2026CELEBRITIES

Bebe Rexha Drops Her First Solo Song After Going Independent

Bebe Rexha has just released a new track called “New Religion, ” marking her debut as an independent artist. The song comes from her upcoming visual album titled Dirty Blonde, which she plans to release in a unique way. Instead of dropping the whole album at once, Rexha will share each song individu

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Mar 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Raves Rise as Lagos Youth Reject Table‑Heavy Clubs

In Lagos, a new party style is taking over. Young people are ditching the old club scene that relies on pricey tables and fancy drinks. Instead, they head to raves where the focus is on dancing and music, not money. The traditional club model in Lagos encourages a competition to buy the most expens

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