Quincy Jones, one of the most influential figures in music history, has passed away at the age of 91. A renowned producer, composer, and musician, Jones shaped the sound of jazz, pop, and R&B across decades. His collaborations with artists like Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, and Aretha Franklin have left an indelible mark on the music industry. Jones' innovative approach to production and his ability to blend genres made him a towering figure whose legacy continues to inspire musicians today. His death marks the end of an era in music history.
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BLACKPINK mini‑album and 2026 plans
BLACKPINK are closing out their all‑stadium Deadline World Tour tonight in Hong Kong, wrapping a run that started in Seoul last July and hit major markets like Tokyo, Singapore, London and New York. The shows doubled as a preview for Deadline, a new mini‑album that’s set to land shortly after the tour, marking the group’s first multi‑track project together since Born Pink in 2022. During the touring gap, all four members focused on solo work, with releases from Jennie, Rosé and Lisa each reachi
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Beyoncé Teases ‘ACT III’ Album With ‘Beymine’ Valentine’s Collection
Beyoncé seemingly teased her return to music with an exclusive collection, “Beymine,” ahead of Valentine’s Day. The intimate set included candles, silky robes, eye masks, rhinestone pasties, and more. Prices range from $40 to $300. Items are available to purchase on the Renaissance singer’s official website. “A LITTLE ROCK N ROLL WITH A WHOLE LOTTA SEXY,” the website reads. According to reports, the singer’s highly anticipated Act III project is set to be released any day. Similar to Act I an
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Trump’s Culture War Turns to Nonprofits and NGOs
As Trump’s second term passes its first anniversary, one of the quieter fronts in his culture war is a campaign to rein in nonprofits and NGOs that he and his allies see as pillars of a liberal establishment in a New York Times opinion look at how far his revolution is reaching. The piece argues that the president is deploying the same domineering tactics he’s used against media and universities—public threats, funding pressure, and regulatory scrutiny—to reshape the nonprofit sector around his
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Amazon Confirms 16,000 Job Cuts After Accidental Layoff Email
US technology giant Amazon has confirmed it will cut 16,000 jobs - hours after it told staff about a new round of global redundancies in an email apparently sent in error. View this post on Instagram A post shared by New Dope (@newdopehq) The email, which has been seen by the BBC, was sent late on Tuesday and refers to a swathe of employees in the US, Canada and Costa Rica having been laid off as part of an effort to "strengthen the company." The message was apparently shared by mistake
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Actor Awards Rebrand Can’t Hide a New Round of Snubs and Surprises
The ceremony formerly known as the SAG Awards is trying to reinvent itself as the Actor Awards, but the newly announced 2026 nominations prove the core drama hasn’t changed in E! News’ breakdown of this year’s snubs and surprises. Netflix’s “The Studio” leads all shows with seven nominations, while coming‑of‑age drama “Adolescence” scored five, staking out early dominance in the TV race. On the film side, performances that critics pegged as borderline—like Kate Hudson’s turn in “Song Sung Blue”—
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Grand Theft Auto VI Enters 295‑Day Countdown to November 19, 2026 Release
Grand Theft Auto VI is officially in the 295‑day countdown, with Rockstar Games currently targeting November 19, 2026, as the game’s long‑awaited release date. The crime epic was originally announced for “late 2025” and then penciled in for May 2026 before being pushed back again, which has kept speculation and frustration high in GTA circles. Recent coverage notes that Rockstar has not announced any new delays since locking in the November window, but fans remain skeptical after more than a de
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