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Cardi releases highly anticipated ‘Am I the Drama?’ album

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Cardi B has made a splashy return with her sophomore album, “Am I the Drama?” released on Friday. The album arrives as she announces her fourth pregnancy with NFL player Stefon Diggs and celebrates a recent courtroom victory. The 23-track project features collaborations with artists like Janet Jackson and Megan Thee Stallion. Cardi B includes past hits like “Up” and “WAP,” sparking some online criticism. She defended the choice, saying those songs deserve a home. Alongside her music, Cardi B's personal life, including her relationship with Diggs, continues to capture public attention.

Kimmel's future hangs in balance after ABC suspends his late-night show over Charlie Kirk comments

NEW YORK (AP) — Jimmy Kimmel’s television future is hanging in the balance after ABC suspended his late-night show following the host’s comments about Charlie Kirk’s killing. The comments prompted dozens of stations to say they wouldn’t air the show, a move that was cheered on by a top federal regulator. The veteran late-night comic made several remarks on Monday and Tuesday about the reaction to the conservative activist’s assassination, including saying that “many in MAGA land" were working to capitalize on Kirk's killing. ABC has aired “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” since 2003. The network acted soon after Nexstar Communications Group said it would pull the show starting Wednesday.

Bad Bunny, Amy Poehler and Sabrina Carpenter will host 'Saturday Night Live'

NEW YORK (AP) — "Saturday Night Live" has announced its hosts for the start of its 51st season. Bad Bunny, Amy Poehler, and Sabrina Carpenter will take the stage for the first three episodes. NBC made the announcement on Thursday. Bad Bunny hosts on Oct. 4, with Doja Cat as the musical guest. Amy Poehler hosts on Oct. 11, marking 50 years since the first "SNL" episode. Role Model will be the musical guest. Sabrina Carpenter will host and perform on Oct. 18. The show also welcomes five new featured players following several cast departures. "SNL" recently won 12 Emmys.

Teen girl's body found in impounded car registered to the singer d4vd

A decomposed body found in a Tesla in Los Angeles has been identified as that of a teenage girl who went missing last year. News outlets have reported that the vehicle was registered to the singer d4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke. Neither his representatives nor police have commented. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office on Wednesday confirmed that the body was that of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas. The body was discovered on Sept. 8 at a tow lot in Hollywood after someone noticed a stench. Celeste was last seen in April 2024 in Lake Elsinore, when she was 13. Officials have not determined her cause of death.

What are Nexstar and Sinclair, the ABC affiliate owners who issued statements against Jimmy Kimmel

NEW YORK (AP) — Two ABC affiliate owners spoke out against late night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel ahead of ABC’s decision to suspend the presenter over comments he made about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Their comments highlight the influence local TV station owners have on national broadcasters such as Disney-owned ABC. Nexstar Media Group, based in Irving, Texas, said it would pull the show starting Wednesday. Sinclair Broadcast Group, based in Hunt Valley, Maryland, has a reputation for a conservative viewpoint in its broadcasts, and called on Kimmel to apologize to Kirk’s family.

Harris stops biting her tongue in '107 Days,' her book about last year's campaign against Trump

WASHINGTON (AP) — Kamala Harris shares her candid reflections in her new book, "107 Days," about her 2024 presidential campaign against Donald Trump. She describes the shock of losing and the emotional aftermath. The book, set for release Tuesday, reveals her frustrations and mistakes during the campaign. Harris discusses Joe Biden's challenges, including his age and campaign struggles. She also shares her own missteps, like a damaging appearance on "The View." After earning a reputation as guarded and circumspect, the book is rawer than a typical political memoir.

Reactions pour in about ABC's suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's show

ABC’s suspension of Jimmy Kimmel’s show following comments he made about the killing of Charlie Kirk has set off a flood of reactions. President Donald Trump, who is often a target of Kimmel's jokes, applauded the move in a social media post. He also called on NBC to follow suit with late-night hosts Jimmy Fallon and Seth Myers. Stephen Colbert, whose CBS show wasn't renewed after he criticized a settlement between the network's parent company and the Trump administration, read aloud about Kimmel's suspension after getting the news while taping an episode of his show. Former President Barack Obama and comedians Mike Birbiglia and Wanda Sykes blasted the suspension, while conservative podcasters Megyn Kelly and Mark R. Levin applauded it.

Why was Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show suspended? Here's what we know

NEW YORK (AP) — ABC has pulled Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show off the air indefinitely. The unprecedented move follows backlash over Kimmel's remarks about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Kimmel criticized President Donald Trump and his supporters for their response, accusing them of trying to politicize the murder. The Federal Communications Commission had warned the network of repercussions if Kimmel wasn't punished. FCC Chairman Brendan Carr called Kimmel's comments “truly sick.” The suspension has sparked a range of reactions, with some decrying it as censorship and others supporting the decision. Kimmel has not commented on the suspension.

Trump's moves against the media mirror approaches by authoritarian leaders to silence dissent

BUDAPEST, Hungary (AP) — Since taking office in January, President Donald Trump has waged an aggressive campaign against the media unlike any in modern U.S. history, making moves similar to those of authoritarian leaders that he has often praised. On Wednesday, Trump cheered ABC’s suspension of Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show after the comedian made remarks about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk that criticized the president’s MAGA movement. It was the latest in a string of attacks against news outlets and media figures that are similar to those used by leaders in other countries who have chipped away at speech freedoms and independent media while consolidating political power.