Bad Bunny wins album of the year at the 2026 Grammy Awards, a first for a Spanish-language album
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The 68th annual Grammy Awards took placed Sunday in Los Angeles. Bad Bunny has won album of the year, the first time a Spanish-language album has taken the Grammys' top honor. Ms. Lauryn Hill returned to the Grammys stage to pay tribute to the late D’Angelo and Roberta Flack. Billie Eilish, Bad Bunny, Jelly Roll and Lady Gaga were among the night's winners. Olivia Dean won best new artist. Kendrick Lamar won the first televised award for best rap album and record of the year. That brings him to a total of 27 career Grammys, the most of any rapper. Many artists used their time on stage to spread a pro-immigration and anti-ICE message.
Grammys host Trevor Noah takes aim at Nicki Minaj and Trump, drawing ire from the president
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hosting the Grammy Awards for the sixth and final time, Trevor Noah went easy on politics at first but drew the presiden's ire with a joke later in the show. During his monologue, he joked about Nicki Minaj meeting and praising Donald Trump at the White House, getting a big cheer when he said Minaj was not at the Grammys. He later made a joke about Trump visiting Jeffrey Epstein's island, prompting a Truth Social post from Trump saying the statement wasn't true and that he planned to sue the “total loser” Noah.
The Latest: Groundhog Punxsutawney Phil predicts six more weeks of winter
PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. (AP) — Punxsutawney Phil, the legendary groundhog that lives in a tree stump in rural Pennsylvania, has issued the most highly anticipated weather forecast of the season: six more weeks of winter. The groundhog’s forecast was announced Monday by the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club in rural Pennsylvania. When Phil sees his shadow, it means six more weeks of winter. If he hadn’t seen his shadow, that would have foretold the early arrival of spring. The event at Gobbler’s Knob dates back over a century and has ties to ancient European farming traditions. The festivities have grown since the 1993 movie ‘Groundhog Day.’
The Grammys had lots of Mars, Carpenter soaring and a near-naked Bieber. Here are some key moments
The Grammy Awards featured memorable performances, including Bruno Mars and Rosé kicking off the night with their high energy hit “APT.” Lady Gaga delivered a unique performance of “Abracadabra” while Sabrina Carpenter turned the stage into a busy airport with her performance of “Manchild.” Justin Bieber performed “Yukon” in a stripped-down set that stood out from the other busy performances. The in memoriam section rocked with tributes to Ozzy Osbourne, D'Angelo and Roberta Flack, featuring performances by Post Malone and Ms. Lauryn Hill. The best new artists performed in a block, with Chappell Roan, last year’s category winner, then anointing her successor — Olivia Dean.
Son of Norway's crown princess arrested before his trial on rape and other charges
OSLO, Norway (AP) — Police said that the eldest son of Norway’s crown princess has been arrested just before his trial opens on charges including rape in a case that has been an embarrassment to the royal family. Police said Monday that Marius Borg Høiby was arrested on Sunday evening and is accused of assault, threats with a knife and violation of a restraining order. They requested four week’s detention on grounds of risk of reoffending. He’s due to go on trial at the Oslo district court on Tuesday. The indictment includes 38 counts including rape, abuse in a close relationship against one former partner, acts of violence against another and transporting 3.5 kilograms or 7.7 pounds of marijuana.
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The 68th Grammys red carpet buzzed with bold fashion choices from stars like Addison Rae and FKA twigs. Choices by rising music stars signal a fresh new era of red carpet dressing, taking style risks and moving away from last year’s subdued looks. Lola Young and PinkPantheress showcased unique Vivienne Westwood outfits Sunday, while Zara Larsson dazzled in a yellow sequined set. FKA twigs brought her album “Eusexua” to life with a sheer Paolo Carzana dress. Stars toned down their attire last year due to the Los Angeles wildfires.
Kennedy Center to close for 2 years for renovations in July, Trump says, after performers' backlash
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump says he will move to close Washington’s Kennedy Center performing arts venue for two years starting in July for construction. Trump’s announcement on social media Sunday night follows a wave of cancellations by artists since Trump ousted the previous leadership and added his name to the building. Trump announced his plan days after the premiere of “Melania,” a documentary of the first lady, was shown at the storied venue. He says the proposal is subject to approval by the board of the Kennedy Center, which has been stocked with his hand-picked allies.
Music's biggest stars use the Grammys stage to protest Trump's immigration crackdown
Artists this awards season are having to decide whether and how to join the growing cultural revolt against the Trump administration's immigration crackdowns. Those questions will again surface Sunday when music’s biggest stars walk the red carpet at the Grammys. Activists are circulating anti-ICE pins after debuting them at the Golden Globes. But they're hoping for a better showing of support tonight than they got last month. Public backlash continues to grow after a Border Patrol officer fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Pretti. Plus, Jess Morales Rocketto, one of the organizers, says the music industry tends to be less risk-averse than Hollywood.
What to Stream: 'Splitsville,' J. Cole, 'Puppy Bowl,' Keke Palmer, Nick Jonas and Nioh 3
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XJ Kennedy, prize-winning poet and educator, dies at 96
NEW YORK (AP) — Award-winning poet, author, translator and educator X.J. Kennedy has died. He was 96. He schooled millions of students through “The Bedford Reader” and other textbooks and engaged voluntary readers with his children’s stories and intricate, witty verse. Born Joseph Charles Kennedy, he chose the professional name X.J. Kennedy as a young man to avoid confusion with Joseph P. Kennedy, the father of President John F. Kennedy. Starting in the early 1960s, he turned out dozens of poetry and children’s books, contributed to the popular Bedford Reader and collaborated with the poet Dana Gioia on anthologies of poetry, drama and fiction
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