The 2025 Grammy Awards are honoring top musicians, with Beyoncé leading nominations for her album “Cowboy Carter.” Performers include Shakira, Billie Eilish, and Chappell Roan, while a tribute to Quincy Jones is presented by Will Smith, Stevie Wonder, and Janelle Monáe. Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars win best group/duo performance for “Die With a Smile,” with Gaga advocating for the LGBTQ+ community. The show also pays tribute to the late Liam Payne, features a star-studded Quincy Jones tribute performance, and showcases André 3000’s surprising solo album “New Blue Sun,” emphasizing ambient alt-jazz.
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Panama pledges to end key canal deal with China, work with US after Rubio visit
Panama's president vows to end a development deal with China after meeting with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and facing criticism from President Donald Trump over the Panama Canal. Rubio emphasizes the U.S. cannot allow Chinese control of the canal area and supports efforts to repurchase the waterway. House Republicans introduce a bill to give the president authority to negotiate with Panama to reacquire the Panama Canal, citing concerns about China's influence. Full Article
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