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On This Day, June 30, 2007: R.E.M. kicks off five-night residency in Dublin

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On This Day, June 30, 2007: R.E.M. kicks off five-night residency in Dublin

On This Day, June 30, 2007…R.E.M. kicked off a five night residency in Dublin, Ireland, which was billed as a "working rehearsal" for their 14th studio album Accelerate.The shows took place at the Olympia Theatre, and featured live debuts of songs off that album, many of which were still considered a work in progress.Throughout the five nights they also played several songs they hadn’t performed live in decades.In 2009, R.E.M. released […]

todayJune 30, 2025

In brief: Matt Reeves has finished ‘The Batman: Part II’ script and more

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In brief: Matt Reeves has finished ‘The Batman: Part II’ script and more

Matt Reeves has finished writing the script for the highly anticipated sequel to his 2022 film The Batman. Reeves shared the news in a photo posted to Instagram. In the photo, Reeves and co-writer Mattson Tomlin sit on a couch in front of the script, which is displayed on a coffee table. The blurred, black-and-white photo shows the script has a prominent bat on its cover, under which the title […]

todayJune 30, 2025

‘F1: The Movie’ races to the top of the box office, ‘Dragon’ falls to #2

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‘F1: The Movie’ races to the top of the box office, ‘Dragon’ falls to #2

Apple Original FilmsThe box office waved a checkered flag at Brad Pitt's Formula One racing drama F1: The Movie, as it zoomed to #1 with a weekend gross of $55.6 million, according to Box Office Mojo.The film stars Pitt as a retired driver who gets back in the game to save a failing team by coaching its promising rookie. Variety notes that the film from Apple, which is being distributed by […]

todayJune 30, 2025

The Beach Boys to perform on ‘A Capitol Fourth’; return to the ‘Billboard’ 200 top 40

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The Beach Boys to perform on ‘A Capitol Fourth’; return to the ‘Billboard’ 200 top 40

y Erika Goldring/Getty ImagesThe Beach Boys will be spending July Fourth in Washington, D.C.Mike Love and the band are booked to play A Capitol Fourth, the annual PBS special celebrating Independence Day.The celebration will air July 4 at 8 p.m. ET and will feature a telecast of the fireworks live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol.The program will be hosted by Alfonso Ribeiro and will also feature performances […]

todayJune 30, 2025

Rod Stewart welcomes Simply Red’s Mick Hucknall, Lulu & Ronnie Wood to Glastonbury set

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Rod Stewart welcomes Simply Red’s Mick Hucknall, Lulu & Ronnie Wood to Glastonbury set

Rod Stewart and Ronnie Wood; Kevin Mazur/Getty ImagesRod Stewart's "Legends Slot" performance Sunday afternoon at the U.K.'s Glastonbury festival featured not one, not two, but three different guest stars.Lately, Rod's live sets have included his version of the Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes song "If You Don't Know Me by Now." So on Sunday, about 15 songs into his set, he was joined by Mick Hucknall of the band […]

todayJune 29, 2025

America’s Deep Ties To The Rise Of Fast Food

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America’s Deep Ties To The Rise Of Fast Food

From McDonald’s to Taco Bell, fast food is in nearly every American town and city —but how did we get here, and what does our obsession with speed and convenience say about our culture? We trace the rise of fast food and explore its broader impact on health, business, and the American family. Guest Information: Adam Chandler, author of Drive-Thru Dreams. Links for more info: Amazon: Drive-Thru Dreams: A Journey […]

todayJune 29, 2025

The Future Of Medicine Pt.2: A New Era Of Healthcare Focuses On Prevention

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The Future Of Medicine Pt.2: A New Era Of Healthcare Focuses On Prevention

New technology like AI offers promise, but experts say true healthcare reform starts with prevention, not just innovation. The U.S. spends more on healthcare than any other nation, yet outcomes lag because we focus on expensive treatments instead of early care. Our expert explains how real change will require prioritizing prevention to keep people healthier from the start. Guest Information: Dr. Marschall Runge, Dean of the University of Michigan Medical […]

todayJune 29, 2025 1

Harvard University Vs. President Donald Trump: Inside The Upheaval In Higher Education

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Harvard University Vs. President Donald Trump: Inside The Upheaval In Higher Education

A high-stakes legal fight is unfolding between Harvard University and the current administration. At the center: international students, federal funding and questions about free speech on campus. We look at how one of the country’s top schools became a political flashpoint—and what’s at stake beyond the Ivy League. Guest Information: Elora Mukherjee, Clinical Professor of Law, Columbia Law School Alfred Williamson, Harvard University undergraduate student. Links for more info: Columbia […]

todayJune 29, 2025

Bertolotti’s Syndrome: The Under-diagnosed Cause Of Back Pain

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Bertolotti’s Syndrome: The Under-diagnosed Cause Of Back Pain

When Jakki Maser’s back pain started at 13, doctors brushed it off as a minor injury. Years of unrelenting pain and dead-end appointments led her to uncover the real cause herself – Bertolotti’s syndrome, an underdiagnosed spinal condition. This week, our experts explain how to accurately catch this condition and the best treatment methods for a full recovery. Guest Information: Dr. Colin Haines, Spine Surgeon, Director of Research, Virginia Spine […]

todayJune 29, 2025

Paul Simon cancels two shows due to back problems

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Paul Simon cancels two shows due to back problems

Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording AcademyPaul Simon has been forced to cancel his June 28 and 29 shows at Philadelphia's Academy of Music due to back problems."Paul has been struggling with chronic and intense back pain," read the announcement on social media. "Today it became unmanageable and demands immediate attention."The post notes that both shows will not be rescheduled immediately.  However, it adds, "We are hopeful after this minor surgical procedure […]

todayJune 28, 2025