Sesame Street’s first Asian American character warmly welcomed: ‘Representation matters’

The January transfer window signings at Bolton Wanderers have made a big difference at the club and standards have been lifted, defender Will Aimson believes.

Spotify-exclusive podcast The Joe Rogan Experience this week, both on-stage and during an episode of the podcast itself.Rogan’s podcast recently prompted protest from the likes of Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, Graham Nash and Nils Lofgren, with the musicians pulling their catalogues from the streaming platform.Young sparked the exodus late last month, when he requested his music be taken off Spotify, citing the platform “spreading false information about vaccines” and specifically targeting Rogan.It came after hundreds of scientists and medical professionals asked Spotify to address COVID misinformation on its platform, sparked by comments made on Rogan’s podcast – calling the host’s actions “not only objectionable and offensive but also medically and culturally dangerous”.In response, Spotify CEO Daniel Ek said that, while the platform wouldn’t be severing ties with the controversial figure, they would be adding content advisories to podcast episodes which discussed COVID-19, directing users to their dedicated information hub.Rogan himself addressed the boycott on Instagram, telling fans: “I don’t always get it right. I will do my best to try to balance out these more controversial viewpoints with other people perspectives so we can maybe find a better point of view.”Shortly after, Rogan found himself embroiled in controversy again when songwriter India.Arie shared a video that compiled instances the podcast host had used the N-word on his podcast.

PENTAGON’s Yeo One will be temporarily halting his scheduled activities after sustaining injuries in a car accident.The K-pop idol’s agency, CUBE Entertainment, released a statement earlier today (February 10) announcing that Yeo One would be absent from the group’s upcoming activities, as well as updating fans on his condition following the incident.“On the early morning of February 9, while returning home after wrapping up an individual scheduled activity, [Yeo One] suffered a car accident from the vehicle of a drunk driver,” CUBE Entertainment said, as translated by Soompi. CUBE Entertainment noted that the singer visited the emergency room and received medical treatment immediately after the accident, but had proceeded with the planned live broadcast of Idol Live School: Homecoming Day on the day same day due to “a diagnosis of minor symptoms and Yeo One’s personal strong will”.[공지] 안녕하세요. 큐브 엔터테인먼트입니다.

Jack Antonoff has elaborated on his issues with Damon Albarn in a new interview, following the latter’s controversial comments about Taylor Swift two weeks ago.The producer and Bleachers frontman was recently a guest on The What, a podcast hosted by broadcaster Brad Steiner, to promote his upcoming appearance at the 2022 Bonnaroo Festival. During the conversation, however, the topic of Albarn was raised when Antonoff and Steiner got into a discussion on songwriting.Albarn, best known as the frontman of Blur and Gorillaz, was interviewed by The LA Times last month to promote his recent solo album ‘The Nearer the Fountain, More Pure the Stream Flows’ and his upcoming shows in the city.During the interview, Albarn falsely claimed that Taylor Swift doesn’t write her own songs, and that co-writing “doesn’t count” towards being called a songwriter.“Obviously, it’s completely absurd and everyone knows that,” Antonoff said during the podcast with regards to Albarn’s comments.“You’re talking about one of the greatest songwriters of our generation who has her name as the only name on many songs.

Full House star passed away last month aged 65.Saget was found dead by authorities in a Florida hotel room on January 9, the day after he had performed a stand-up comedy set in Jacksonville. While no cause of death was shared at the time, the sheriff’s office noted no signs of foul play or drug use had been found.In a new statement shared by Saget’s family, authorities had confirmed he died as a result of head trauma.

Jennifer Lopez, 52, has worn many hats in the entertainment industry, including actress, singer, dancer, producer, clothing designer and perfumer — but no title means more to her than “mom.” The Bronx native is the mother to twins Max and Emme, 13, with her ex-husband Marc Anthony, 53. Find out everything you need to know about the teenagers here.

Jennifer Aniston, 52, has famously never settled down with a family of her own. After years of scrutiny and questioning about her decision to not have children, we’ve gathered all the moments the Friends actress has spoken out against the rampant sexism still prevalent in our culture and how her not having kids shouldn’t even be a “famous” thing to take note of in the first place.

Idris Elba had a bit of a wardrobe malfunction during his appearance at the 2022 BRIT Awards.

Nathan Chen has won Olympic gold!

The family of late Los Angeles rap legend Nipsey Hussle has announced plans to reopen his popular Marathon clothing store in a new location. “This second location is a dream that Nipsey always had, and it’s important that his kids are able to see his plans fulfilled,” Nipsey's brother and business partner, Samiel Asghedom, told The Guardian. The Asghedom brothers hosted the grand opening for the original Marathon in June 2017.

Jose Mourinho has claimed Alexis Sanchez was 'not happy' playing for Manchester United in England.

actor and American stand-up comedian Bob Saget died at the age of 65 at a hotel, with his cause of death since being revealed.Bob's family have announced that the comedian died after an accidental blow to the head on January 10.The actor was staying at a hotel in Florida in Orlando and was midway through his solo stand-up show Bob Saget: I Don't Do Negative Comedy Tour.In their statement, the Saget family said: "The authorities have determined that Bob passed from head trauma."They have concluded that he accidentally hit the back of his head on something, thought nothing of it and went to sleep. No drugs or alcohol were involved."Bob played Danny Tanner, a widowed father of three daughters, in Full House from 1987 to 1995 and reprised the role in 2016 when Netflix revived the programme for a further five seasons.He was pronounced dead at the scene after deputies responded to a call about a man who was found unresponsive at the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lake hotel.Following Bob's death, an outpouring of affection from fans and co-stars was displayed over social media.Full House actress Candace Cameron Bure wrote: "He was a brother to us guys, a father to us girls and a friend to all of us."TV presenter Jimmy Kimmell penned: "Bob was the sweetest.

Katie Song Triple platinum-certified rapper Cardi B is set to make her hosting debut at the American Music Awards on Nov. 21, which will broadcast live on ABC from L.A.’s Microsoft Theater.

Things are a bit awkward between Kyle Mooney and musical guest Saweetie in the new “Saturday Night Live“ promo clip.

Britney Spears is celebrating her newfound freedom! The 39-year-old singer took to Instagram on Tuesday to discuss some of the things she's done since her conservatorship was terminated last week.«I've been in a conservatorship for 13 years. It's a really long time to be in a situation you don't want to be in,» Spears began in her candid video.

Britney Spears, 39, and Sam Asghari, 27, are getting ready to exchange vows and have started putting the pre-plans into action, including preparing a prenuptial agreement. The singer and model announced their engagement in Sept. and are looking forward now that Britney’s conservatorship ended.

Britney Spears is enjoying a whole new set of firsts with the end of conservatorship, one being her first glass of champagne in 13 years.The Toxic singer admitted she’s ‘on cloud nine’ after Judge Brenda Penny agreed to officially terminate her controversial conservatorship, originally put in place in 2008 following her mental health evaluation. After the historic ruling, Britney, 39, has naturally been in the mood to celebrate and popped open the bubbles to enjoy her first sip of alcohol in more than a decade. She told her Instagram followers: ‘What an amazing weekend … I felt like I was on cloud 9 the whole time ☁️ !!! I actually got my first glass of champagne

Grammy award-winning Mexican rock band Mana today announced an unprecedented Los Angeles residency at the Forum in Inglewood, with concerts starting in March and continuing indefinitely.

Jordan Moreau “Sesame Street” is making history by introducing its first Asian American muppet.On Monday, the popular kids show welcomed Ji-Young, a seven-year-old Korean American, to its family of puppet characters. Sesame Workshop puppeteer Kathleen Kim performs the historic character.“Sesame Street” also announced a new TV special that celebrates the diversity of the Asian and Pacific Islander community, debuting on Thanksgiving.

Paris Hilton tied the knot, Britney Spears was officially freed from her conservatorship and Lindsay Lohan, it was announced, would be making her comeback with a Netflix rom-com.For lack of a better sentiment: “That’s hot.”It is almost 15 years to the day when the once naughty trinity who was among the early aughts’ most celebrated boldfacers were photographed piling into a car in what would come to be known by historians (or brilliant New York Post headline writers) as the “Bimbo Summit.”The night is now etched in pop culture lore: Hilton, Spears and Lohan emerged, unsteady from the Beverly Hilton, sparking a paparazzi feeding frenzy.

BRITNEY Spears is "crying for the rest of the day" as she celebrates the end of her "abusive" conservatorship. The 39-year-old said it's "the first day of a new life." Shortly after Britney's conservatorship was terminated on Friday, her lawyer Mathew Rosengart exclusively told The Sun: “If Britney wants, we will absolutely continue pursuing active investigations into certain claims against Mr.