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President Donald Trump Confirms Diddy Pardon Denial
Sean "Diddy" Combs appeared to looking for a hail mary pardon from President Donald Trump, who isn't considered the move.
Everything We Loved in Music This Week: January 9
The first music roundup of 2026 is upon us.If you're new here, welcome to Everything We Loved in Music This Week, which is, well, exactly what it sounds like. From the standards – new releases, tour announcements, collaborations, and festival lineup reveals – to the Hypebeast-stamped music moments of the week (like Max B really wholesomely professing his love for HOKAs), you can find it all here. Every Friday at 9 a.m. EST.I'll get right into it.Did Gov Ball Get Its Groove Back? View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Governors Ball (@govballnyc)Short answer: I think so because it’s looking like the best lineup in ages. A tentpole New York City music moment since its inaugural festival in 2011, The Governor’s Ball definitely peaked at some point, with early performers in...
2026 in Music: What We’re Looking Forward To
2026 sure has big shoes to fill when it comes to music.From commendable studio debuts and innovative strides in tearing down the barriers of genre, to generational comebacks and reunions to write home about, 2025 surely delivered – in the sonic sense, at least.As of now, though, this year seems to be shaping up pretty solidly. The lineup of confirmed new releases is not quite plentiful yet, but it does feature projects we’ve been waiting on for a while now, including A$AP Rocky's Don't Be Dumb, as well as LPs from some of our favorite artists like Jordan Ward and Lexa Gates. A myriad of major artists have tours – many of which are global – on the books, with other standing festivals, ceremonies, and tentpole moments interspersed in between.There’s also the BABY BOIs and the ICEMANs, the pr...
Jessie Ventura Body Slams Donald Trump & ICE, Calls Him A “Draft Dodging Coward”
Ex-MN gov Jesse Ventura slams Trump as 'draft-dodging coward,' hints at 2024 run amid ICE's 'Gestapo' tactics in MN.
Pusha T Links Up with IDK on Soul-Searching New Song “LiFE 4 A LiFE”
The MCs come together over a beat by Kaytranada to expand beyond the expectations of the carceral system. Pusha T Links Up with IDK on Soul-Searching New Song “LiFE 4 A LiFE”: Stream Kiana Fitzgerald
The Zoo Is Free: Fetty Wap Released From Prison
After three long years in prison, Fetty Wap is finally a free man. Being released 11 months earlier, as he was expected to be home in December 2026. An early New Year’s present to the Trap Queen artist. He also did not waste any time thanking everyone who held him down during his tough time, […]
Father John Misty Returns with New Song “The Old Law”
Josh Tillman originally teased the track on Instagram as "God’s Trash" in November 2024. Father John Misty Returns with New Song “The Old Law”: Stream Eddie Fu
Fatal ICE Shooting In Minneapolis Sparks Heavy Outrage
On Wednesday (Jan. 7), an ICE agent shot and killed Renee Nicole Good in her SUV after they confronted her on a street in Minneapolis. The incident was captured on video by a bystander, Caitlin Callenson, showing events unfolding that contradicted a report by the Department of Homeland Security Assistant Secretary Trisha McLaughlin. “One of […]
Bruno Mars Announces “The Romantic Tour” Dates for 2026
SummaryBruno Mars officially unveils "The Romantic Tour," a 40-date stadium run supporting his upcoming fourth solo albumThe tour kicks off April 10 in Las Vegas and features Anderson .Paak as the resident opener under his DJ Pee .Wee aliasTickets for the global outing are scheduled to hit general sale on January 15 via TicketmasterBruno Mars has confirmed his return to the road with the announcement of "The Romantic Tour," a massive 2026 stadium trek produced by Live Nation. Set to launch on April 10 at Las Vegas' Allegiant Stadium, the run marks Mars' first full-scale headlining tour since 2017's 24K Magic era. The announcement coincides with the reveal of his fourth solo studio album, The Romantic, which is slated to arrive on February 27.The 40-city itinerary promises to be a blockbust...
Netflix Pushes ‘Wednesday’ and More Series Return to 2027
SummaryWednesday have officially been pushed to 2027Next year will focus on franchise finales and returns, featuring the final seasons of Outer Banks and The Witcher, plus new chapters of Bridgerton, One Piece, and BeefNetflix has officially confirmed that big hitters Wednesday starring Jenna Oretga, will skip the 2026 entirely, pushing its returns to 2027. The move highlights a strategic split in the streamer's production cycle, that sees popular shows like The Diplomat and The Night Agent entering into an annual release pattern and other blockbusters are settling into a slower rhythm.Released on September 3, 2025, the second season of Wednesday welcomed new cast members Lady Gaga and Steve Buscemi. The series became an awards magnet following its explosive Netflix debut in 2022, which ga...
London’s Natural History Museum To Launch Exclusive Pokémon Pop-Up
SummaryPokémon and London’s Natural History Museum to launch Pokécology pop-up on January 26, 2026Limited-edition merch includes prints, apparel, plush toys and an exclusive “Pikachu at the Museum” TCG card will be availableAvailable until April 19, 2026Pokémon has partnered with London’s Natural History Museum to launch Pokécology, a special pop-up celebrating the franchise’s 30th anniversary. Running from January 26 to April 19, 2026, the collaboration explores the ecological themes of Pokémon through curated exhibits and exclusive product releases inspired by scientific illustrations and the museum’s iconic architecture.The pop-up shop, located at the museum’s Cranbourne Boutique, offers a wide range of limited-edition items, including art prints, stationery, apparel, pins, tote bags, p...
The Trailer for A24’s ‘Undertone’ Puts a Horrific Spin on Podcasts
SummaryA24 releases the official trailer for Undertone, hitting US theaters on March 13The film stars Nina Kiri as a podcast host terrorized by a series of cryptic audio recordingsDirector Ian Tuason employs a unique sensory format, with most of the cast appearing only via voiceoverA24 has officially released the trailer for Undertone, a psychological horror thriller set to land in theaters on March 13. Directed by Ian Tuason in his feature debut, the film arrives with significant festival buzz following its premiere at Fantasia International Film Festival. The trailer teases a claustrophobic, sensory-heavy experience that weaponizes sound design to build dread, marking another experimental entry in the studio's formidable genre catalog.The narrative centers on Evy (Nina Kiri), a skeptical...
