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SEVENTEEN To Celebrate 10th Anniversary with Historic Performance and New Album

Friday, May 9 by Lyle F

SEVENTEEN will perform later this month on Seoul's Jamsugyo Bridge to celebrate their tenth anniversary as a group, the band announced Friday, May 9. The performance, scheduled for May 25, will be the first by a K-pop group on this South Korean landmark over... Read More.

Hot Hits Weekend Best Bets – Week of 5/9-5/11

Friday, May 9 by Lyle F

Central Ohio is set to host a dynamic array of events this weekend, May 9–11, 2025, offering residents and visitors a rich tapestry of cultural, musical, and family-friendly activities. Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival Returns The Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival makes its much-anticipated... Read More.

Liam Payne’s Untimely Passing Leaves £24 Million Estate Without Will

Thursday, May 8 by Lyle F

Liam Payne, the late singer from One Direction, left behind assets valued at more than £24 million ($32 million) without a known will, according to official records. Cheryl Tweedy, a former Girls Aloud singer and Payne's ex-partner, has been appointed as an administrator for his... Read More.

Discover Free Splash Pads in Columbus to Beat the Summer Heat

Thursday, May 8 by Lyle F

Families in Columbus and surrounding areas can enjoy free splash pads as a way to beat the summer heat without the cost or hassle of finding a spot at the local pool. Central Ohio offers a variety of splash pads featuring giant sculptures, seating,... Read More.

The Weeknd Unveils Exclusive Clip from New Film “Hurry Up Tomorrow” on Instagram Reels

Wednesday, May 7 by Lyle F

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Weeknd revealed a previously unseen scene from his upcoming film "Hurry Up Tomorrow" on Wednesday, May 7, inspired by a real-life event. Fans can access the exclusive scene on Instagram Reels using a password, which is "ICANTSING." The clip depicts... Read More.

Young Adults in Columbus Lead the Way in Moving Out of Their Parents House

Wednesday, May 7 by Lyle F

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — More young adults in Central Ohio are moving out of their parents' homes compared to other parts of the U.S., according to a recent analysis. While living at home as a young adult is sometimes viewed as a "failure to... Read More.

F5ve Redefines J-Pop with Global Debut Album “Sequence 01”

Tuesday, May 6 by Lyle F

TOKYO (AP) — Global-facing J-pop group f5ve, pronounced "fi-vee," is making waves by bringing Japanese music to an international audience, but the rising five-member band is far from being newcomers. Each member boasts over a decade of experience in the music industry. Sayaka, Kaede,... Read More.

Blue Couch Bookshop to Open This Summer in Central Ohio

Tuesday, May 6 by Lyle F

An independent bookstore offering new reads, gifts, and more is set to open in central Ohio. The Blue Couch Bookshop announced via social media that it will open a new location at 1445 Grandview Ave. in Columbus. Although an exact opening date was not provided,... Read More.

BLACKPINK to Soon Release New Music

Monday, May 5 by Lyle F

Nearly three years after BLACKPINK's last album release, member Lisa has confirmed that new music from the group is underway. Lisa shared the news with Variety on Saturday, May 3, while promoting her collaboration with Bose on new earbuds. "Actually, we were in the studio... Read More.

Doja Cat Releases Unreleased Track “Crack” for One Day Only

Monday, May 5 by Lyle F

Doja Cat is responding to fan demand by releasing a track titled "Crack," which she had previously previewed on Instagram Live in 2022. The song is set to be available for download on her website for one day only, Monday, May 5. The track "Crack"... Read More.