Virginia’s Old Fiddler’s Convention Marks 89th Year, Celebrating a Major American Music Tradition Galax, Va. – The air in Galax, Virginia, is once again alive with the vibrant sounds of fiddles, banjos, and guitars as the 89th Annual Old Fiddler’s Convention celebrates a rich and enduring American musical tradition. This beloved event, widely recognized as…
Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Secret Service has reportedly suspended six agents following an internal review into security protocols surrounding the apparent assassination attempt on presidential candidate Donald Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, last year. The suspensions are understood to be linked to “failures” in the agency’s protective measures during the incident. The…
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Secret Service has disciplined six of its agents for critical “failures” related to the July 13, 2024, assassination attempt on presidential candidate Donald Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The suspensions, first reported by ABC News on Wednesday, underscore the significant security breakdown that occurred during the high-profile event. Disciplinary…
Linda Yaccarino, who assumed leadership of the social media platform X in 2023, has announced she is stepping down from her role as chief executive. Her departure marks a significant moment for the company, formerly known as Twitter, which has undergone substantial changes since its acquisition by entrepreneur Elon Musk. The announcement of Yaccarino’s exit…
New Delhi – India’s Supreme Court has weighed in on the controversial Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls underway in the poll-bound state of Bihar, directing the Election Commission of India (ECI) to adopt a more inclusive approach to verifying voter credentials. In a significant ruling on July 10, 2025, the Court permitted the…
Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo – The vibrant capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo is set to host the first-ever World Music and Tourism Festival from July 16 to 18, 2025. Held under the High Patronage of His Excellency Mr. Félix Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo, President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo,…
In a move highlighting the escalating tensions between high-end brands and mass retailers, athletic apparel giant Lululemon Athletica Inc. filed a lawsuit against warehouse club retailer Costco Wholesale Corporation on Friday, July 4, 2025. The suit alleges that Costco is engaging in unlawful business practices by selling lower-priced imitations of Lululemon’s popular athleisure wear. This…
Cardiff, UK – Oasis, the iconic Manchester rock band, has officially launched its highly anticipated ‘Live ’25’ reunion tour, marking a monumental return to the stage after a considerable hiatus. The tour kicked off with a massive concert at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on Friday, July 4th, reigniting enthusiasm among a devoted global fanbase. Coinciding with…
Music news from Thursday, July 10, 2025, features significant developments across the industry, from potential band lineup changes and major comebacks to policy advocacy and legal proceedings. Pearl Jam Drummer Role Under Scrutiny Speculation is mounting regarding potential changes within the iconic rock band Pearl Jam. Reports suggest that the role of drummer Matt Cameron…
Jewish Australians are experiencing profound feelings of being “very unsafe” following a significant surge in threats, vandalism, and violent incidents across the nation, according to the country’s designated antisemitism envoy. The stark assessment comes from Jillian Segal, who was appointed to the role a year ago by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, as she released a…
