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2026 VMAs Performances

Sombr, Teddy Swims and Adam Lambert also took the stage for a George Michael tribute.

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From Madonna to LISA, RAYE & More, Which 2026 VMAs Performance Was Your Favorite? Vote!

Sombr, Teddy Swims and Adam Lambert also took the stage for a George Michael tribute.

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‘Bought-and-Paid-For’: Jay-Z Accuser’s Ex-Lawyers Respond to Her Recanting Allegations

Lawyers for Tony Buzbee say his former client is an "unreliable" witness and suggest the woman was paid to repudiate her allegation against the star.

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Arctween Lets the Drums Wander on Plane Of Existence

Arctween’s Plane Of Existence sounds like a record made after hours, when the day is over, the room is still on, and the ideas have enough air around them to get weird. It is rhythmic, but it never feels trapped by the grid. It is ambient at times, but it keeps a human pulse underneath. [...] Read M

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Watch Keanu Reeves rock out to ‘Love Will Tear Us Apart’ after introducing Peter Hook & The Light in San Francisco

He promised that they would be “playing the music we all love from then, today and tomorrow”

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The Simpsons Showrunner Praises South Park’s Political Humor: “I’m Not as Brave as Matt and Trey”

Matt Selman added, "They are brave American heroes, and I am a coward." The Simpsons Showrunner Praises South Park’s Political Humor: “I’m Not as Brave as Matt and Trey” Eddie Fu

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Sombr Paid Secret Homage to George Michael During All-Star 2026 VMAs Tribute With a Signature Piece of Late Singer’s Wardrobe

Sunday's medley also included singers Adam Lambert, RAYE, Saint Harison, MNEK, MEEK and Teddy Swims.

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Classic 'Lord Of The Rings' Games Re-released for Nintendo Switch

‘Middle-earth: Shadow Of Mordor’ and ‘Shadow Of War’ are coming to the Nintendo Switch 2

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Sonny Takhar named Chairman and CEO of Warner Music UK & Ireland

Takhar will report to Val Blavatnik, who was confirmed last week in his new position as Managing Director of Warner Music North America, UK & Corporate Development Source

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David Harewood is still changing the game

After a long, impressive career, the iconic actor finally takes on his first lead role in new crime drama ‘Pierre’, which tackles racism in the police force

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Ex-Metallica bassist Jason Newsted pays his respects to the late, great Cliff Burton

“I saw him play in 1985, not much more than a year before he died”

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Watch Taylor Swift Haunt Dakota Johnson and Colin Farrell in “Patient Zero” Video

Cara Delevingne makes an appearance too

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More ‘Lord Of The Rings’ classic games are being re-released

‘Middle-earth: Shadow Of Mordor’ and ‘Shadow Of War’ are coming to the Nintendo Switch 2

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Todd Edwards Reflects on Career, Daft Punk Collaboration, and House Music Evolution

From his parents' basement to the Grammy Awards, the house legend and UKG innovator weaves the tale of his winding, illustrious career in dance music

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Krist Novoselic and Dave Grohl Reunite at 2026 VMAs; Madonna and Taylor Swift Achieve Major Wins

Raye, Sombr, Teddy Swims and Adam Lambert performed in tribute to George Michael

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The Rehearsal's Impact on Pilot Mental Health Legislation

The bipartisan measures aim to reduce barriers that can discourage pilots and other aviation workers from seeking mental health care. Nathan Fielder’s The Rehearsal Helped Push Pilot Mental Health Bil

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Madonna Celebrates VMAs With Hotel After Party

After the party, there was definitely an after party.

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Watch Bebeshito Talk Reparto’s Momentum, El Taiger’s Legacy & Meeting Bad Bunny

In the latest Cafecito Con episode, the Cuban artist also talks about the first-ever reparto panel at Billboard Latin Music Week.

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Nirvana's Krist Novoselic and Dave Grohl reunite at the 2026 VMAs as Madonna and Taylor Swift win big

Raye, Sombr, Teddy Swims and Adam Lambert performed in tribute to George Michael

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As touts list Oasis tickets for £3000, will the UK government finally set a timeline for banning for-profit ticket touting?

Touts were selling tickets for next year’s Oasis shows at nearly £3000 a piece on Friday, even though the band say touted tickets are “liable to be cancelled”. The UK government has promised to ban for-profit touting, but without a timeline, though sources suggest the ban is now a political priority