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The Hottest Hits of 2026, What’s Next?

Thursday, June 18 by Lyle F

NEW YORK (AP) — The first half of 2026 suggested a music industry in transition: blockbuster touring remains dominant, but the biggest stories are increasingly about audience migration across genres, the global circulation of fandom and the tension between scale and specificity. As the calendar... Read More.

The Hottest Hits of 2026, So Far…

Tuesday, June 16 by Lyle F

NEW YORK (AP) — Six months into 2026, popular music has become harder to separate into clean categories — and easier to understand as one global conversation. Pop artists are borrowing country’s intimacy. K-pop’s biggest acts are leaning into rap structures and international release strategies.... Read More.

Hot 10 Recap – Week of 6/13/26

Monday, June 15 by Lyle F

NEW YORK (AP) — Pop returned to the summit, country strengthened its hold and a handful of artists claimed multiple positions across the chart as the Billboard Hot 100 dated June 13 reflected a week driven by recognizable names and stylistic crossover. At No. 1,... Read More.

Hot Hits Weekend Best Bets – 6/12-6/14/26

Friday, June 12 by Lyle F

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Central Ohio heads into the weekend with a calendar anchored by one of the region’s signature arts events, alongside concerts, community gatherings and seasonal programming that signal the beginning of the summer festival stretch. The largest draw of the weekend is... Read More.

Olivia Rodrigo Opens Up About Overcoming Anxiety Before Historic Glastonbury Headline Set

Thursday, June 11 by Lyle F

Olivia Rodrigo said she had a near anxiety attack before taking the stage for her first Glastonbury headlining set in 2025. In an interview with the BBC promoting her upcoming third studio album, “You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love,” due Friday,... Read More.

Bank Run Metro Park Adds 166 Acres, Event Facilities and 100-Foot Slide

Thursday, June 11 by Lyle F

Bank Run Metro Park, now open at 1570 Rohr Road in Lockbourne, has expanded Metro Parks’ offerings by 166 acres. The new site features event facilities and a 100-foot slide. The park’s event center recently opened, featuring five buildings designed for gatherings of various sizes.... Read More.

Niall Horan Announces 2027 Australian Arena Tour

Wednesday, June 10 by Lyle F

Irish pop singer Niall Horan will bring his Dinner Party Tour to Australia in February 2027, with arena shows scheduled in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. Horan will open the tour at Adelaide Entertainment Centre on Feb. 10, before playing Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena on... Read More.

Columbus Water and Power Switching to Monthly Billing This Summer

Wednesday, June 10 by Lyle F

Columbus Water and Power will move to monthly billing this summer, ending its quarterly billing system. The utility notified customers about the change by letter. Columbus Water and Power, formerly the Department of Public Utilities, said monthly billing will improve bill accuracy and help customers... Read More.

Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau Debut as a Couple at Tribeca Festival Premiere

Tuesday, June 9 by Lyle F

Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau made their first red-carpet appearance as a couple at the premiere of Perry’s Lifetimes Tour concert film Monday night at the Tribeca Festival in New York City. During a Q&A session, Perry spoke openly about her relationship with former Canadian... Read More.

Charli XCX Announces 2026 North American Arena Tour