College protests continued across the country, resulting in escalating violence between pro-Palestinian encampments and counter-protesters. The movement calling for universities to divest financial support for Israel, which has affected dozens of campuses across America, has gone on for over two weeks now. Hundreds of arrests have been made and skirmishes have broken out between police …
Monthly Archives: May 2024
Federal Reserve leaves interest rates steady noting ‘lack of further progress’ on inflation
On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve voted to keep interest rates steady and postponed anticipated rate cuts stemming from elevated inflation across the U.S., which remains above the central bank’s 2% threshold. The Federal reserve’s Federal Open Market Committee said in a statement that the central bank left interest rates for overnight bank borrowing within a …
Toby Keith to receive posthumous honorary degree from University of Oklahoma
Toby Keith will posthumously receive an honorary degree from the University of Oklahoma, located in the late country legend’s home state. Keith passed away on Feb. 5 following a years-long battle with stomach cancer at the age of 62; he will be honored at the University of Oklahoma commencement ceremony next month. The University of …
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Jessica Biel to star in the Peacock limited series ‘The Good Daughter’
Peacock has ordered the limited series crime drama ‘The Good Daughter’, starring and executive produced by Jessica Biel. The limited series is adapted from the Karin Slaughter novel “The Good Daughter”; and Slaughter will write all episodes and executive produce. Biel will portray Charlotte, who survived a violent attack 28 years ago along with her …
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Jason Bateman, Jude Law to star in Netflix limited series ‘Black Rabbit’
Jason Bateman and Jude Law are set to star and executive produce the new Netflix drama series, ‘Black Rabbit’. The official series synopsis reads:“When the owner of a New York City hotspot (Law) allows his turbulent brother (Bateman) back in his life, he opens the door to escalating dangers that threaten to bring down everything …
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Lainey Wilson, Tyler Childers among the opening acts on The Rolling Stones ‘Hackney Diamonds’ tour
The Rolling Stones have announced the list of supporting artists on their 2024 ‘Hackney Diamonds’ North American Tour. Among the artists who will take turns opening on the legendary band’s 10-week excursion in support of their latest album, Hackney Diamonds are country stars Lainey Wilson and Tyler Childers, blues guitarist Joe Bonamassa, Bettye Lavette, The War and …
Additional details revealed after 4 law enforcement officers are killed in Charlotte, NC shooting
Additional details have been revealed by authorities in North Carolina after 4 law enforcement officers were killed, and four others were wounded, in shooting in Charlotte while trying to serve a warrant Monday afternoon. , Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Johnny Jennings said at a press conference that the suspect left the house while armed, and officers …
Donald Trump removes social media posts after being held in contempt of court, fined $9,000
Donald Trump was held in contempt of court Tuesday and fined $9,000 for repeatedly violating a gag order that barred him from making public statements about witnesses, jurors and some others connected to his New York hush money case. Trump must pay the fine by the close of business on Friday, and the former president …
Craig Morgan, Lauren Alaina, and more to perform at the Grand Ole Opry’s ‘Salute the Troops’ event
The Grand Ole Opry will partner with Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) for their ‘Salute the Troops’ event, a special night to support active-duty military and veterans. The Grand Ole Opry will invite active duty and veteran service members, their spouses, and their children to join a red carpet parade into the Opry House. This …
Miranda Lambert adding new dates on 2024 spring/summer tour
Miranda Lambert is on the road with a slew of new spring and summer tour dates, sharing on her socials: “Vegas is done and now I’m goin back on the road!” Said Miranda: “I’ve been touring since I was 19 years old, so it was nice to step away from the road for a bit and …
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