Billy Donovan steps down as head coach of the Chicago Bulls after six seasons

Billy Donovan is leaving his role as head coach of the Chicago Bulls after six seasons, the team confirmed Tuesday, marking a significant shift for a franchise already undergoing major changes. The decision follows a disappointing 31–51 campaign and comes shortly after the organization dismissed key front office figures, including its top basketball executives. Although …

FSU announces Auburn transfer Ashton Daniels as their starting quarterback for 2026 season

Florida State has officially chosen its quarterback for the upcoming season, naming transfer Ashton Daniels as the Week 1 starter following a competitive spring battle. FSU Football shared the news on X with a simple post featuring Daniels and the caption: “QB1️⃣  #NoleFamily” Daniels, who arrived from Auburn earlier this year after beginning his college …

Netflix reveals casting for live-action ‘Scooby-Doo’ series

Netflix has officially introduced the core cast for its upcoming live-action take on Scooby-Doo, offering a fresh origin story for the beloved Mystery Inc. team. Leading the group will be Mckenna Grace portraying Daphne Blake, joined by Abby Ryder Fortson as Velma Dinkley, Maxwell Jenkins as Fred Jones, and Tanner Hagen as Shaggy Rogers. The …

Hulu’s ‘Paradise’ set to conclude with planned third season

Paradise has officially been renewed for a third season on Hulu, with the upcoming installment expected to bring the post-apocalyptic drama to a close. Led by Sterling K. Brown, the series centers on a group of survivors living in a technologically advanced underground bunker in Colorado after a devastating global event nearly wipes out humanity. …

Ne-Yo drops the country-leaning single ‘Up, Out & Gone’

NE-YO has dropped his latest song, “Up, Out, & Gone,” his second country-leaning single released under Compound Entertainment and Atlantic Outpost. Blending NE-YO’s signature smooth R&B style with modern country influences, the song captures a carefree spirit and encourages living in the moment, highlighted by lyrics like “Dancing under moonlight, sipping on something strong. The …

Ella Langley’s album ‘Dandelion’ debuts at No. 1, as “Choosin’ Texas” continues to top the Billboard 100

Ella Langley is having a career-defining week, with her second album Dandelion opening at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. The project not only marks her first chart-topping album, but also delivers the biggest week of 2026 for any female artist—and the strongest showing for a country album by a woman in two years. Dandelion …

FBI Director Kash Patel files $250M defamation lawsuit against ‘The Atlantic’ over story on alleged drinking

FBI Director Kash Patel has filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic and reporter Sarah Fitzpatrick, accusing them of false claims about his conduct and leadership. The case, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, targets a recent article that alleged Patel engaged in heavy drinking and had unexplained …

Two killed after juvenile “planned fight” turns into shooting at North Carolina park

A planned confrontation between two youths turned deadly Monday morning when gunfire broke out at a park in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, leaving two people dead and several others wounded. Emergency calls initially reported a fight in progress around 9:52 a.m., but the situation escalated rapidly. Police say the incident began shortly before 10 a.m. at Leinbach …

San Francisco 49ers sign offensive tackle Trent Williams to 2-year, $50M contract extension

The San Francisco 49ers have secured a key piece of their roster for the foreseeable future, agreeing to a two-year, $50 million contract extension with star left tackle Trent Williams. The deal keeps the veteran in San Francisco through the 2027 season and includes $37 million guaranteed along with a $22 million signing bonus. Williams’ …

Dallas Cowboys sign kicker Brandon Aubrey to record-breaking 4-year, $28M extension

The Dallas Cowboys have secured their standout kicker Brandon Aubrey with a four-year, $28 million extension. The agreement, finalized on April 20, sets a new benchmark for the position, including $20 million guaranteed and an average annual salary of $7 million—both the highest ever for an NFL kicker. Previously, the top contracts at the position …