Keith Urban plays a surprise concert outside a Buc-ee’s store in Alabama
ATHENS, Ala. (AP) — Country singer Keith Urban surprised fans with a free concert in the parking lot of a convenience store and gas station in north Alabama. The show took place on Friday night in Athens, about 100 miles south of Nashville, outside a Buc-ee’s store known for barbecue. Urban, who had visited the store a month prior, decided it would be fun to perform there. A video captured Urban behind the food counter, pouring barbecue sauce on brisket.
Indiana Jones’ iconic fedora sells for $630,000 at auction
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The brown felt fedora worn by actor Harrison Ford in the Indiana Jones movie “Temple of Doom” was auctioned for $630,000. The hat, originally estimated to sell for $250,000 – $500,000, comes from the collection of stunt performer Dean Ferrandini. Made by the Herbert Johnson Hat Company in London, the sable-colored rabbit felt fedora proved to be a challenge to keep in place during filming.
Trump falsely criticizes gold medalist Olympic boxers, misgendering them
WASHINGTON (AP) — Former President Donald Trump inaccurately referred to two gold medalist Olympic boxers as men during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania. Trump pledged to protect women’s sports from male competition and highlighted the misperceptions surrounding the gender of the athletes from the recent Olympic Games. His comments continue his history of denouncing transgender individuals, particularly in sports, using language deemed insensitive and harmful by LGBTQ+ advocates.
Maurice Williams, singer of ‘Stay,’ dies at 86
NEW YORK (AP) — R&B singer and composer Maurice Williams, known for the hit ballad “Stay” with his band the Zodiacs, passed away at 86. The timeless song, barely over a minute and a half, was covered by various artists, including the Hollies and the Four Seasons. “Stay” remains a cultural staple, appearing on soundtracks and in live performances by renowned musicians.
Powerful earthquake strikes off Russian coast with no reported damage
PETROPAVOVSK-KAMCHATSKY, Russia (AP) — A magnitude-7.0 earthquake hit off the far eastern coast of Russia near a major naval base without causing significant damage or injuries. The shallow quake prompted a brief tsunami warning, which was later lifted. Occurring 18 miles below the surface, the earthquake’s epicenter was about 63 miles east of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, a port city near a Russian submarine base.
Matthew Perry’s final days marked by ketamine addiction
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The recent arrests linked to the overdose death of Matthew Perry shed light on the actor’s battle with a ketamine addiction in his final days. Court documents revealed Perry’s escalating use of the surgical anesthetic obtained illegally from a doctor and a street dealer, leading to his fatal overdose at age 54.
Madonna supports youth art project in Italy for her 66th birthday
ROME (AP) — Madonna celebrated her 66th birthday with a private visit to Pompeii, where she announced funding for a youth artistic project. The project involves local teenagers re-adapting classic comedies by Aristophanes and touring Italian theaters. Madonna’s support will sustain the project for a year, fostering artistic creativity among young talents.
A decade after Michael Brown’s death, America reckons with racial justice
Michael Brown’s death in Ferguson, Missouri, a decade ago triggered nationwide protests and catalyzed movements for racial justice. The activism, which extends beyond Black Lives Matter to encompass Indigenous, Latino, and Asian American communities, has reshaped American democracy and culture, inspiring multiracial solidarity in the ongoing fight for racial equality.
Escaped murderer captured in North Carolina after three days
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. (AP) — A murderer serving a life sentence who escaped during a medical appointment was caught at a hotel in North Carolina after three days on the run. Authorities discovered that the prisoner, Ramone Alston, received assistance from at least one individual in his escape. Alston evaded capture after freeing himself from restraints and fleeing into the woods.
Father-son duo Eugene and Dan Levy to co-host Emmys
NEW YORK (AP) — Eugene Levy and Dan Levy will make history as the first father-son duo to co-host the Emmy Awards. The Levys, known for their achievements with the hit series “Schitt’s Creek,” will also be nominated for their respective projects. The 76th Emmys will air live in Los Angeles on Sept. 15, with the Levys bringing their unique charm and humor to the hosting duties.
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