The 2025 Grammy Awards saw Beyoncé win Album of the Year for “Cowboy Carter,” highlighting a night that paid tribute to a suffering Los Angeles and saw artists like Chappell Roan demand change in the music industry. Chappell Roan also won Best New Artist, using her speech to advocate for fair treatment of artists by record labels. The event also marked a surprise return for The Weeknd, who had previously criticized the Grammys as corrupt but acknowledged positive changes made by the Academy.
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Hero 'band dads' take down elderly active shooter at Texas high school
Four tactically-trained "band dads" intervened and apprehended an active shooter at a Texas high school band competition, preventing a larger tragedy. The shooter, identified as 83-year-old Dennis Brandl, was charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after firing shots at the event. The heroes, including military veterans and a police officer, subdued Brandl until law enforcement arrived, showcasing swift and courageous actions. Full Article
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