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BTS’s j-hope Joins BLACKPINK Concert, Sparks Excitement for Reunion

Monday, July 7 by Lyle F

The worlds of K-pop's biggest boy band and girl group intersected over the weekend when j-hope of BTS attended BLACKPINK's second night of the DEADLINE World Tour on Sunday, July 6. A video shared by Billboard Korea on Instagram shows j-hope being escorted to his... Read More.

Hot 10 Recap – Week of 7/5/25

Monday, July 7 by Lyle F

The Billboard Hot 100 chart for the week dated July 5, 2025, features a reshuffled top 10 as pop newcomer Alex Warren secures his first No. 1 hit, country powerhouse Morgan Wallen continues his chart dominance, and Sabrina Carpenter holds strong at No. 2. Cardi... Read More.

Hot Hits Weekend Best Bets – 7/4-7/6

Thursday, July 3 by Lyle F

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Central Ohio is gearing up for a weekend packed with Independence Day festivities, community gatherings and family activities from July 4 through July 6. Storm outlook: A cold front is expected to pass through much of the eastern U.S. Monday, but... Read More.

Potbelly Sandwich Shop Expands in Columbus with New Westerville Location

Thursday, July 3 by Lyle F

WESTERVILLE, Ohio (AP) — A restaurant group recently opened a Potbelly Sandwich Shop in Westerville and plans to launch several more in the Columbus area. The new restaurant began welcoming customers Saturday at 782 N. State St., in the Northridge Crossing Shopping Center. The location... Read More.

Lorde’s Clear CD for Album “Virgin” Frustrates Fans with Playback Issues

Wednesday, July 2 by Lyle F

Lorde's new album, "Virgin," has sparked frustration among fans—not because of the music, but due to issues with the album's physical format. The singer's crystal-clear CD, promoted for its recyclable design and sleek aesthetic, reportedly does not function in many CD players, according to numerous... Read More.

Hilliard Freedom Fest 2025: Gabby Barrett Headlines a Day of Music, Food, and Fun

Wednesday, July 2 by Lyle F

HILLIARD, Ohio (AP) — The Freedom Fest will feature a full lineup of entertainment, headlined by country music star and "American Idol" contestant Gabby Barrett. Food trucks will be available from 3 to 11 p.m., with vendors including Dos Hermanos, Taesty's, Columbus Coffee Co., Funnel... Read More.

BLACKPINK Teases New Era with Interactive Website and World Tour Kickoff

Tuesday, July 1 by Lyle F

BLACKPINK fans were abuzz Tuesday, July 1, after the K-pop girl group launched an interactive website hinting at their upcoming era. On Monday, June 30, the group tweeted, "Welcome to PINK AREA," along with an image of a cartoonish map of Seoul. The map... Read More.

Ohio Named a Top Summer Road Trip Destination by WalletHub Study

Tuesday, July 1 by Lyle F

A recently released study by WalletHub has named Ohio as one of the top road trip destinations in the United States for summer travelers. The study evaluated all 50 states based on three key categories: costs, safety, and activities. In the activities category, factors such... Read More.

BTS Unveils First Live Album “Permission to Dance On Stage” Set for July Release

Monday, June 30 by Lyle F

BTS fans can look forward to dancing along to the band's concerts once more, as Big Hit announced Monday, June 30, that a new live album will be released later this summer. "Permission to Dance On Stage - Live," the K-pop group's first-ever live album,... Read More.

Hot 10 Recap – Week of 6/28/25