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Publications Rank Five Songs Among All-Time Greats
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Several landmark songs continue to earn top honors: John Lennon’s “Imagine” and the Beatles’ “Yesterday” have been ranked among the greatest songs ever, while James Brown’s “Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag” and Bob Dylan’s “Like a Rolling Stone” are celebrated for their lasting musical impact. Boygenius’ “Not Strong Enough” has also joined classic collaborations on a list of the greatest supergroup songs.
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“Do not abandon yourselves to despair. We are the Easter people and hallelujah is our song.” — Pope John Paul II, Adelaide, 1986
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Rihanna Says Vault Holds 170 Unreleased Songs
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Rihanna suggested she has at least 170 unreleased songs, comparing her music vault to 17 boxes of Fenty Beauty products, but did not say whether the tracks are finished or when a new album will arrive. Her next album, known to fans as “R9,” has no release date, though her partner A$AP Rocky has said she is back in the studio.
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“Shout for joy, you heavens; rejoice, you earth; burst into song, you mountains! For the Lord comforts his people and will have compassion on his afflicted ones.” — Isaiah 49:13, New International Ver
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‘Think Of My Dad’: Abdul El-Sayed Defends Campaigning With Obama After Criticizing Him During Presidency
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“Shout for joy, you heavens; rejoice, you earth; burst into song, you mountains! For the Lord comforts his people and will have compassion on his afflicted ones.” — Isaiah 49:13, New International Ver
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AP Top 25 College Football Teams
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College football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.
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Journey Drummer Hospitalized During Tulsa Concert
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Journey drummer Deen Castronovo was taken to a hospital after a medical emergency on stage at the Tulsa concert shortly after the second song; Steve Toomey filled in as the show continued.
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Phil Wickham, Josiah Queen Lead Dove Awards
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Phil Wickham, Josiah Queen and Brandon Lake each won three honors at the 57th annual GMA Dove Awards in Nashville. Wickham was named Artist of the Year, Queen won Song of the Year for “Dusty Bibles,” and Lake received Songwriter of the Year; Jamie MacDonald was named New Artist of the Year.
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“Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy.” — Psalms 126:5, New International Version Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Use
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“The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him.” — Psalms 28:7, New International Version Holy Bible, New Inter
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St. Teresa of Ávila Reforms the Carmelite Order
Teresa founds the Discalced Carmelites at Ávila.
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Charli XCX, Tinashe Debut Two Songs at ACL
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Charli XCX brought Tinashe out as a surprise guest during her Austin City Limits headlining set, where they performed “Melatonin” and “Nobody Wanna Dance Anymore,” the latter from Tinashe’s new album, Popstar. The appearance was a standout moment of the festival’s second weekend and reunited the artists after years of musical collaborations.
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Radiohead’s Thom Yorke regrets writing ‘High and Dry’
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Thom Yorke told Harry Styles that he wishes he had not written Radiohead’s 1995 hit “High and Dry,” describing it as a straightforward acoustic singer-songwriter track that differs from his musical tastes. He added that there is nothing wrong with the song, despite his personal regret.
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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“Do not abandon yourselves to despair. We are the Easter people and hallelujah is our song.” — Pope John Paul II, Adelaide, 1986
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Steve Martin, Bluegrass Stars Recast ‘Old Town Road’
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Steve Martin and Alison Brown have reworked Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road” as a banjo-led bluegrass song, with new humorous lyrics by Martin. Bluegrass veterans Del McCoury and Dan Tyminski join the collaboration, which swaps the original’s country-trap production for acoustic strings.
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China Plans Late Bid for WHO Leadership
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China plans to nominate public health official Song Li in the race to lead the World Health Organization, potentially expanding Beijing’s influence as the agency adjusts to the U.S. withdrawal and the loss of its largest donor. Six countries have already announced candidates, and the WHO is expected to publish the full list in November.
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‘More Dangerous Than Drugs’: Bill Gates Warns Of Risks Posed By Artificial Intelligence
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B-Side Hit and Posthumous Single Earn All-Time Song Rankings
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Several classic rock songs continue to earn acclaim on greatest-of-all-time lists: Sanford-Townsend Band’s “Smoke From a Distant Fire” is celebrated as a standout one-hit wonder, while Joy Division’s “Love Will Tear Us Apart,” Rod Stewart’s “Maggie May” and the Allman Brothers Band’s “Whipping Post” remain enduring rock favorites. The stories also trace the songs’ origins and paths to lasting recognition, from “Maggie May” becoming a hit after radio DJs flipped its single to “Whipping Post” growing into an epic live performance.
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Soccer vs American Football
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The world's game versus America's obsession — simplicity against spectacle.
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“The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him.” — Psalms 28:7, New International Version Holy Bible, New Inter
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— Oct 2, 2026
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“Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy.” — Psalms 126:5, New International Version Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Use
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Phil Wickham Releases Song Encouraging Worship in Everyday Moments
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— Sep 26, 2026
Phil Wickham’s new song “Everyday Hallelujah” encourages listeners to treat ordinary moments—including joy and hardship—as opportunities to thank and worship God.
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New book gathers George Harrison's candid early Beatles photos
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A new book collects George Harrison’s candid photographs of the Beatles’ early years, while the band’s catalog continues to attract attention: “Love Me Do,” their 1962 debut single, remains a landmark in their rise, and Rubber Soul is vying for another UK chart No. 1. The articles also trace the song’s modest start in Britain and subsequent U.S. chart success.
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Sam Okafor
George's photos probably capture the real exhaustion and fun before fame took over.
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Fort Hood's dead still count after Leo's death penalty ban
Pope Leo called capital punishment inadmissible on World Day Against the Death Penalty. Nidal Hasan’s military death sentence for killing 13 at Fort Hood still stands, and Trump has not decided on the livestream.
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Page McConnell Plays World's Largest Organ With Phish
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— Oct 2, 2026
Phish’s three-night Atlantic City run launched its 2026 fall tour with extended improvisational jams and notable song choices. Page McConnell also played Boardwalk Hall’s giant pipe organ, while the band revived “Sleeping Monkey” in an encore.
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Singer demands White House stop using song in Trump ad
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— Sep 29, 2026
More than $2.5 million in U.S. government ads used JMSN's Love Me without permission; his lawyers gave the White House until Thursday to pull it.
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Elena Vasquez
Spending millions on ads with unlicensed music wastes taxpayer money and ignores basic copyright rules. JMSN is right to push back.
Taylor Swift Releases 'Patient Zero' on Toxic Love
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— Sep 25, 2026
Taylor Swift says her new song “Patient Zero,” from the expanded edition of The Life of a Showgirl, was inspired by a friend whose ex’s new girlfriend sought advice about troubling behavior. The song adopts the perspective of someone who has survived a toxic relationship and can recognize its warning signs, offering support to the next person affected.
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Meme hails Elle Langley's song for breaking Billboard Hot 100 records
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Meme Wars: trending on the Right today.
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Strictly reveals first live-show songs and dances
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— Sep 22, 2026
Strictly Come Dancing has revealed the songs and dance styles for its first live show, with the 15 celebrity couples set to perform routines including quicksteps, tangos, sambas and cha-chas. The new presenter described the show’s scale and said she was excited to return to live television.
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‘Put His 5-Year-Old In Danger’: Mullin Clashes With Margaret Brennan Over ICE Shooting Of Criminal Illegal
Jillian Butler · 4 min · 13h
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