Columbus, OH

The movie "Didi" was a crowd favorite at Sundance and makes for great counter-programming to all the franchise blurt of the summer season. In this vibrant coming-of-age dramedy, a 13-year-old is just trying to survive the awkwardness of puberty as a Taiwanese American kid living in the Bay area. He's got a crush to impress, complicated friendships to navigate and family members who are so embarrassing. I'm Aisha Harris, and today, we're talking about "Didi" on POP CULTURE HAPPY HOUR from NPR.

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Janet Jackson counts Samuel L. Jackson and Stevie Wonder among her famous relatives, though the "Avengers" actor thinks otherwise.

Janet Jackson says she's related to Stevie Wonder, Samuel L. Jackson and Tracy Chapman

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Herbie J Pilato

It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

Los Angeles County, CA

As the star of TV's Dr. Kildare (NBC, 1961-1966), Richard Chamberlain was a heartthrob for millions of female fans in America and the world. Decades later, the actor transformed into the charismatic king of TV-mini-series with acclaimed productions like the originalShogun (NBC, 1980), and The Thorn Birds (ABC, 1983, in which he played a sexually repressed priest).

The Once Secret Gay Life of Actor Richard Chamberlain ('Dr. Kildare'): 21 Years After He Came Out

The way you feel about the news on inflation depends on who you are. The latest U.S. numbers showed the inflation rate is coming down. This makes it seem more likely that the Fed can bring interest rates down. And stock markets were up again yesterday. INSKEEP: Just last week...

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Some bank customers are jumping to high-yield savings accounts to escape the shockingly low interest rates of personal savings accounts at big banks. So why aren't these banks raising their rates to attract more customers? Today on the show, we explore why big banks may not care about your savings account anymore.

Why big banks aren't interested in your savings account

Georgia State

Quavo is calling for Young Thug’s freedom. While performing his collaboration with Thugger and Travis Scott, “Pick Up The Phone,” at Clout Festival, Quavo continued to call for Thug’s freedom. In the ongoing or never-ending Georgia RICO trial prosecuting rapper Young Thug and the YSL gang,...

WATCH: Quavo Calls for Young Thug Freedom While Performing “Pick Up The Phone”

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Latto Drops New Album With Megan Thee Stallion, Young Nudy & More

The filmmaker who directed the Murder Rap documentary released a 2008 audio clip of reputed gang member and Tupac murder suspect Duane “Keefe D” Davis confessing to his involvement in Shakur’s 1996 killing, talking about his difficulty getting a $1 million payment from Diddy in exchange for carrying out the hit.

Keefe D Says He Spent Years Trying To Collect $1M From Diddy For Alleged Role In Tupac Killing

Ice Cube explains why he things there is more to Diddy’s legal situation than just his own wrongdoing. Ice Cube spoke about Diddy’s ongoing legal crisis, which includes an onslaught of sexual assault cases. During a recent interview with Yankees minority owner Patrick Bet-David on the PBD Podcast,...

Ice Cube Not Surprised By Diddy’s Legal Issues But Thinks Bad Boy Mogul Is Being “Targeted”

Clark County, NV

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Ex-gang leader Duane “Keefe D” Davis — who was charged with murder for the death of Tupac Shakur — reportedly suggested to police that Sean “Diddy” Combs paid $1 million to have the rap icon killed.

“[Davis] has asserted publicly that he only told on himself and wasn’t trying to provide evidence against anyone else in his conversations with police,” court documents filed July 18 by the Clark County District Attorney’s Office and obtained by Fox5 Wednesday read.

“However, this statement belies this claim, as he suggested that Sean Combs paid [drug dealer] Eric Von Martin a million dollars for the killings...

Accused Tupac killer claimed Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs paid $1M to put a hit on rap icon: docs

Brooklyn, NY

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Brooklyn native and Hip Hop pioneer MC Lyte, born Lana Michele Moorer, recently opened up about her experiences in the music industry. She shed light on the financial realities she faced as a groundbreaking female rapper. In an interview on “The Breakfast Club” podcast, MC Lyte discussed the modest earnings...

MC Lyte Reveals Financial Challenges Despite Hip Hop Success, Urges New Artists to Stay Savvy

After being forced to cancel recent tour performances, famed Guns N' Roses guitarist Slash, who just turned 59, shared the tragic news that led to his decision:. The music legend took to social media on July 22, 2024, mentioning the death of his stepdaughter Lucy-Bleu Knight.

Legendary Rock Guitarist Slash Turns 59 and Cancels Tour Amid the Tragic Death of His Stepdaughter

Kid pastor Luke Tillman got into the spirit while celebrating the 250th episode of “The Jennifer Hudson Show”! The spiritual 6-year-old took to the audience to deliver a powerful performance, then paired up with Jennifer Hudson for a showstopping number. Amen!

Kid Pastor Luke Tillman Gives an Electrifying Performance with Jennifer Hudson | Digital Exclusive

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

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Tallahassee, FL

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The FBI is investigating the disappearance of a now 13-year-old girl who went missing from Florida last year and has ties to Georgia and Tennessee. A $15,000 reward is being offered to anyone with information that can lead to her location.

FBI Investigating Disappearance of 12-Year-Old Girl Who Has Ties to Georgia

Quincy, MA

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Get ready for an afternoon filled with live music, fun activities, and local vendors. The Friends of Ruth Gordon Amphitheater has invited the community to join them for the Friends Rock Music Festival on Sunday, August 11th from 2 PM until 8 PM. This free-to-attend festival promises a day filled with a diverse lineup of artists and bands, offering something for every music lover. Performances will include:

Live Music, Delicious Food & More: Don't Miss This Free Music Festival in Quincy

It's after midnight in Texas. On a military base tarmac, a plane lands. The door opens and one American after another steps out into the summer night. Their names are Paul Whelan, Evan Gershkovich, and Alsu Kurmasheva. A landmark prisoner exchange with Russia on Aug. 1 released the three Americans,...

How The US Handles The Release Of Americans Held Abroad

Yung Miami is speaking out for the first time about her former relationship with disgraced music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs after his bombshell lawsuits and sex trafficking investigation.

The former City Girls rapper — born Caresha Brownlee — said her arrangement with Combs was “beneficial” for both of them during Thursday’s episode of her “Caresha Please” podcast. 

“I think that I was able to come in and be a brand ambassador for DeLeon [Tequila] and take it to a whole ‘nother level,” she said.

“I feel like I was an asset. I honestly feel like with Diddy … I don’t know what...

Yung Miami says her relationship with Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs was ‘beneficial’ for both of them: ‘I want to become a mogul’

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How a talent agent started Famous Amos cookies — with a little help from Marvin Gaye

The entrepreneur of the Famous Amos cookie brand has died. His business got started with the help of an investment from music legend Marvin Gaye. Amos...

How a talent agent started Famous Amos cookies — with a little help from Marvin Gaye

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