Watch Clay Aiken scare Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan & Carrie Underwood in new ‘American Idol’ promo
A new year means a new season of American Idol, and in a new promo, an old favorite makes a return.Read More.
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Trump issues 1st vetoes of 2nd term, including bipartisan Colorado water act, drawing accusations of ‘partisan games’
(WASHINGTON) -- President Donald Trump issued vetoes for the first bills of his second term, including a bipartisan bill intended to provide funding for... Read More.
What did holiday shopping reveal about the US economy?
(NEW YORK) -- Holiday shopping season sets forth an annual gut check for the U.S. economy, prompting buyers to splurge... Read More.
What to know about Zohran Mamdani’s historic inauguration as New York City mayor
(NEW YORK) -- Zohran Mamdani, the state assemblyman and democratic socialist who catapulted to national attention during the 2025 race for New... Read More.
New Year’s 2026: Celebrations around the world
(LONDON) -- Countries across the globe are beginning to usher in 2026.The Pacific island nation of Kiribati was the first to ring... Read More.
Where should Taylor & Travis get married in 2026?
What was the biggest musical moment of 2025? For Ryan Seacrest, there was no contest.The host of Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with... Read More.
Billions and billions served: The Weeknd sets new Spotify record
The Weeknd performed at Spotify's first-ever Billions Club concert in 2024, celebrating the fact that he had more billion-streamed... Read More.
Wildfires, floods and extreme heat: These are the biggest weather stories of 2025
(NEW YORK) -- Devastating wildfires, flooding and extreme heat events took place over the past year, several resulting in mass fatalities, with experts linking... Read More.
Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr., known for ‘The Wire,’ ‘Veep’ and Spike Lee films, dies at 71
Actor Isiah Whitlock Jr. has died, his manager confirmed to ABC News."It is with deep sadness that I share the passing of Isiah Whitlock... Read More.
In brief: ‘Shrinking’ season 3 trailer, ‘Tell Me Lies’ podcast, and more
Apple TV has unveiled the trailer for season 3 of Shrinking, featuring the first look at guest star Michael J.... Read More.
‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve 2026′: Eight hours, 42 artists and a ‘significant moment of unity’
This year's edition of Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest will boast the iconic show's largest lineup and longest telecast in... Read More.
HHS says it’s freezing child care payments to Minnesota after fraud allegations
(MINNEAPOLIS) -- An official with the Department of Health and Human Services says the agency has "frozen all child care payments" to the state... Read More.
