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And the first Academy of Country Music Award goes to: Zach Top

Friday, April 25 by ABC News

The 60th Academy of Country Music Awards won't take place until May 8, but the first trophy has already been handed out. Zach Top is the new male artist of the year. Continuing its tradition of announcing the newcomer winners early, the ACM surprised Zach... Read More.

Kendrick Lamar and SZAs Luther leads Billboards Pop Airplay chart

Friday, April 25 by ABC News

Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s “Luther” has made its way to the top of another Billboard chart, this time the Pop Airplay chart dated May 3. It's the first rap song to lead the chart since Doja Cat's "Agora Hills" in March 2024, marking... Read More.

Judge Hannah Dugan arrested by FBI for allegedly helping undocumented immigrant evade arrest

Friday, April 25 by ABC News

(MILWAUKEE) -- A Milwaukee County circuit judge has been arrested by the FBI over allegedly helping an undocumented immigrant "evade arrest," according to FBI Director Kash Patel.Judge Hannah Dugan was arrested on obstruction charges, according to Patel."The FBI arrested Judge Hannah Dugan out of... Read More.

Black man in Alabama dies 1 week after being shocked with stun gun during arrest

Friday, April 25 by ABC News

(DECATUR, Ala.) -- An Alabama man died on Tuesday, a week after he was shocked with a stun gun while being arrested, according to a statement from the Decatur Police Department.Authorities released a nearly-30-minute video from body camera footage of John Scott Jr.'s arrest... Read More.

Joe Jonas releases new solo single co-written by Lewis Capaldi

Friday, April 25 by ABC News

Joe Jonas’ new solo era continues.The middle Jonas Brother has released his new single “Heart By Heart,” the latest track off his upcoming solo album, Music for People Who Believe in Love.The track was co-written by Lewis Capaldi and features Joe looking back on a relationship that's been pulled apart.... Read More.

Sammy Hagar releases new song ‘Encore, Thank You, Good Night’

Friday, April 25 by ABC News

Sammy Hagar has released the new single, “Encore, Thank You, Good Night,” which is described as "a celebration and expression of appreciation” of his time in Van Halen.Sammy has said that the song was inspired by a dream he had... Read More.

In brief: McKenna Grace cast in The Hunger Games prequel and more

Friday, April 25 by ABC News

We now have a date for the 83rd annual Golden Globes. Nikki Glaser will host the awards ceremony for a second year in a row on Jan. 11, 2026. The show will air on CBS and also stream on Paramount+ with SHOWTIME for... Read More.

Julia Garner talks about Silver Surfer role in new Fantastic Four film

Friday, April 25 by ABC News

Julia Garner is opening up about her upcoming role in Fantastic Four: First Steps.In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, the actress talked about her role as Silver Surfer and said, "She's so different than anyone I've ever played.""I don't expect everybody to watch Ozark or [Inventing] Anna or The Assistant," she... Read More.

Car bomb kills senior Russian general in Moscow: Officials

Friday, April 25 by ABC News

(LONDON) -- A car bomb in Moscow has killed a senior Russian military officer, Russian officials said.A statement from the Russian Investigative Committee said that “Lt. General Yaroslav Moskalik, the deputy head of Main Operations Directorate of the General Staff of the Russian Armed... Read More.

Pope Francis funeral: Who will attend, how to watch

Friday, April 25 by ABC News

(ROME) -- Pope Francis, who led the Roman Catholic Church for 12 years, died on Monday morning at the age of 88.Francis' life and time as pope, which was noted for humility and outreach efforts to people of disparate backgrounds and faiths, will be... Read More.

Author: ABC News

And the first Academy of Country Music Award goes to: Zach Top

Kendrick Lamar and SZAs Luther leads Billboards Pop Airplay chart

Judge Hannah Dugan arrested by FBI for allegedly helping undocumented immigrant evade arrest

Black man in Alabama dies 1 week after being shocked with stun gun during arrest

Joe Jonas releases new solo single co-written by Lewis Capaldi

Sammy Hagar releases new song ‘Encore, Thank You, Good Night’

In brief: McKenna Grace cast in The Hunger Games prequel and more

Julia Garner talks about Silver Surfer role in new Fantastic Four film

Car bomb kills senior Russian general in Moscow: Officials

Pope Francis funeral: Who will attend, how to watch

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