1 dead, multiple injured in explosion at U.S. Steel plant near Pittsburgh

An explosion at the U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works about 15 miles southeast of Pittsburgh has left one dead and at least 10 injured, with some people still trapped under the rubble as emergency workers on site trying to rescue victims. Allegheny County Emergency Services said the explosion at the plant began at approximately 10:51 …

Bailey Zimmerman and Diplo team up for the song ‘Ashes’

Bailey Zimmerman has teamed up with DJ/producer Diplo for the track “Ashes”, the latest single featured on Zimmerman’s sophomore album Different Night Same Rodeo which dropped this month. Produced by longtime collaborator Austin Shawn, Different Night Same Rodeo features the previously released collaboration “Backup Plan” featuring Luke Combs, as well as the Top 10 and …

Ella Langley postpones August tour dates to focus on health

Ella Langley shared on social media on Monday that she will be postponing the rest of her August tour dates to focus on her health, while assuring fans she’ll be back on the road in September. Without providing specifics, Langley noted that her rigorous touring schedule has taken a toll on her health — mental, …

Rachel Brosnahan to star in Season 2 of ‘Presumed Innocent’ at Apple TV+

Rachel Brosnahan is set to star in and executive produce Season 2 of “Presumed Innocent” at Apple TV+. The first season of Presumed Innocent, based on Scott Turow’s novel, debuted in 2024 and starred Jake Gyllenhaal as a prosecutor accused of killing a colleague.  Apple TV+ opted to make it an anthology rather than continue …

Julia Garner’s ‘Weapons’ tops box office in North America with $42.5M opening weekend

The horror film Weapons starring Julia Garner and Josh Brolin, was the No. 1 movie in North America at the box office, earning $42.5 million in its debut weekend.  The film, directed by Zach Cregger, also had a $71.8M global opening – exceeding expectations of the film’s performance.  Weapons also stars Alden Ehrenreich, Austin Abrams, …

Mass shooting in Baltimore leaves 1 dead, 5 injured including 5-year-old girl

One man was killed and at least six people have been injured, including a 5-year-old girl, in a mass shooting in a Baltimore neighborhood over the weekend. Baltimore Police Commissioner Richard Worley said  at a news conference that Northern District Officers responded to the 5100 block of Queensbury Avenue to investigate a call for a …

Israeli PM Netanyahu defends military offensive, says starvation claims in Gaza are ‘exaggerated’

Speaking at a press briefing for international journalists in Jerusalem on Sunday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended plans for a military push into Gaza City, insisting that Israel “has no choice” but to see the fight through and ensure Hamas is completely defeated. Netanyahu declared:  “We will win this war, with or without the …

Ashley McBryde shares new track ‘Rattlesnake Preacher’

Ashley McBryde has officially released a studio version of her longtime fan-favorite track, “Rattlesnake Preacher,” produced by John Osborne. McBryde pays tribute to an old friend on the song, written by her late collaborator and pal Randall Clay, who died 2018. McBryde wrote on her socials: “This one is for you. Rattlesnake Preacher. I’ve written nearly …

Russell Dickerson to drop new album ‘Famous Back Home’ on Aug. 22

Russell Dickerson will drop his latest album “Famous Back Home” on Aug. 22. Dickerson took to his Instagram to share the news with fans: “My new album ‘Famous Back Home’ is coming out August 22nd!!!” I CAN’T WAIT for y’all to hear these songs! Pre-save link bio!” The 12-track project includes 10 songs co-written by …

See Paul Mescal and Josh O’Connor in trailer for ‘The History of Sound’

The first trailer for “The History of Sound” has been released, starring Paul Mescal and Josh O’Connor. “The History of Sound” is based on the short story of the same name written by Ben Shattuck, who also penned the film’s screenplay. The film was nominated for the Palme d’Or at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, …