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Green Day, Fall Out Boy, Weezer postpone Pittsburgh show, Hella Mega tour dates
One of the big U.S. rock tours of the summer will now happen in 2021. Green Day, Fall Out Boy and Weezer were set to head out on the Hella Mega tour this summer, but the bands have postponed the North American dates of the summer trek until next year....
Allegheny County reports 13 coronavirus cases, 2 deaths
Allegheny County reported 13 more covid-19 cases and two deaths Saturday. The new figures bring the total number of coronavirus cases in the county to 1,595 and total deaths to 143. Of the reported coronavirus cases in the county, 59% of them have been 50 years or older. Those who...
Mad Mex’s Gobblerito going away, for now
The Gobblerito is almost gobble gone. The famed Mad Mex menu item, normally available in the fall, will see its current run on the menu end next week. On Instagram, the restaurant said the last day to order the Thanksgiving burrito would be May 21 and other favorites would be...
PSO cancels remaining concerts of 2019-20 season
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra has canceled the remaining concerts for the 2019-20 season. In a release, PSO cited continued restrictions on public gatherings, evolving government guidance and an effort to “protect its audiences, musicians, employees and community from the spread of covid-19” for the cancellation. “It is painful to need...
WWE’s Becky Lynch announces pregnancy, ‘going away for awhile’Video
One of the biggest current stars in WWE is set to add another title to her collection: mom. Becky Lynch announced her pregnancy at the opening of “Monday Night Raw” on Monday. Before making the big announcement, an emotional Lynch recounted her start in WWE, coming to the U.S. while...
Taylor Swift ‘Lover’ concert coming to ABC, Hulu, Disney+Video
A concert event is coming soon that should make Swifties happy. Taylor Swift announced Friday that her concert from Paris in September will be shown on ABC. The event, dubbed the “City of Lover Concert,” will make it’s way to TV at 10 p.m. May 17. Excited to announce the...
New KBO fan? Here’s a rundown of Korean baseball’s teamsVideo
With MLB on hold because of the coronavirus lockdown, the KBO could be a fill-in for your baseball needs. The Korean baseball league had its Opening Day this week and will have regular-season games broadcast six days a week via ESPN. If you’re looking to jump on the KBO bandwagon,...
Lady Gaga sets ‘Chromatica’ release date after album was delayed by coronavirus
After being delayed by coronavirus, Lady Gaga’s new album has a new release date. Her sixth studio album “Chromatica” will be released May 29 via Interscope Records. The journey continues. You can officially join me on #Chromatica on May 29. ⚔️? pic.twitter.com/VFIcMw2JE4— Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) May 6, 2020 “Chromatica”...
Welcome X Æ A-12 Musk, Grimes and Elon Musk’s baby
Elon Musk and Grimes are now proud parents. The Tesla CEO and electronic artist welcomed a baby boy into the world Monday. If being the son of those two wasn’t enough to set you apart, his name alone is one that’s hard to forget. Musk, in responding to someone on...
Rage Against The Machine postpone Pittsburgh show, 2020 tour
Rage Against The Machine won’t play Pittsburgh this year. The band announced Friday that they are postponing their 2020 “Public Service Announcement Tour,” which included a July 31 stop at PPG Paints Arena, because of the coronavirus pandemic. “Rage Against The Machine will commence our tour at such a time...
Caitlyn Jenner’s former beach house seen on ‘Keeping Up With the Kardashians’ going to auction
A TV-famous home could be yours, if you’re looking to spend big in California. Caitlyn Jenner’s former Malibu beach house, seen on the E! show “Keeping Up With the Kardashians,” is going to auction May 27, according to TopTenRealEstateDeals.com. The home at 31654 Broad Beach Road is described as a...
Bengals release QB Andy DaltonVideo
CINCINNATI — The Bengals cleared the way for Joe Burrow to lead the team by releasing quarterback Andy Dalton, who holds several of the franchise’s passing records but couldn’t lead Cincinnati deep into the playoffs. The move Thursday gives Dalton, who had a year left on his deal, a chance...
Bon Appétit variety show to raise funds for coronavirus reliefVideo
Members of the Bon Appétit Test Kitchen will participate in a variety show that will raise funds for coronavirus relief efforts. The publication’s first live show is set for 7 p.m. Friday via YouTube and will feature cooking challenges, cute pets and more. The event will raise money to support...
Mac Miller’s ‘K.I.D.S.’ mixtape now streaming on Spotify, Apple Music
It’s not new music, but there are more Mac Miller tracks to stream. On Wednesday, Miller’s 2010 mixtape “K.I.D.S.” made its way onto streaming services, per Billboard. “Nikes on My Feet,” “Senior Skip Day” and “Kool Aid & Frozen Pizza” are among some of the songs Miller fans will remember...
Guide to the coronavirus: What you need to know
The coronavirus pandemic has affected lives around the world. Here in Western Pennsylvania, it’s no different. To help get through this difficult time, the Tribune-Review has put together a guide with information and resources to help be informed about covid-19 and its impact locally. By the numbers For the latest...
Rolling Stones put out new song ‘Living in a Ghost Town’Video
The Rolling Stones have a new song and video for you in these tough times. The band released “Living in a Ghost Town” on Thursday, and it can be heard here. Prior to the covid-19 lockdown, the Stones had been in the recording studio working on new music and the...
Lady Gaga’s ‘Chromatica’ to feature Ariana Grande, Elton John
Lady Gaga’s new album still isn’t out, but fans got some more info on it. The pop star tweeted a tracklist Wednesday for “Chromatica,” her sixth studio album. The 16-track release has guest appearances by Ariana Grande, Elton John and K-pop group Blackpink. #Chromatica ⚔️? #LG6 pic.twitter.com/nRG8AKuvK5— Lady Gaga (@ladygaga)...
Wendy’s to offer free chicken nuggets
Wendy’s. Free chicken nuggets. What else do you need to know? The fast food chain announced Tuesday it would be giving out a free order of four crispy or spicy nuggets Friday. The offer starts after 10:30 a.m. and is limited to a free four-piece per vehicle. The offer got...
Stream ‘One World: Together at Home’ here featuring Lady Gaga, Elton John, Rolling StonesVideo
The “One World: Together at Home” special is here, and you can stream it now. The event, broken up into a streamed and broadcast event, is an effort from Global Citizen to raise money for the COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund for the World Health Organization. The WHO’s mission for covid-19...
Taylor Swift cancels shows, won’t play again in 2020
Taylor Swift won’t be taking the stage for the rest of the year. The pop star announced Friday afternoon that she would be canceling her shows for the rest of 2020 because of the coronavirus. “Fighting COVID-19 is an unprecedented challenge for our global community and the safety and wellbeing...
New Orleans JazzFest cancels 2020 event after postponing
After an initial hope to keep it going later in the year, New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Fesitval is off for 2020. The festival announced Thursday that the event would not take place this year and would pick up again April 22 to May 2 in 2021. “With the covid-19...
WWE releases Kurt Angle, others in response to coronavirus impact
WWE is slashing costs during the coronavirus pandemic by cutting ties with an Olympic gold medalist and other performers. In a release issued Wednesday afternoon, the company announced measures it was taking “in response to the current impact of covid-19 on the organization,” which included “headcount reductions” and furloughing “a...
Three Rivers Arts Festival canceled as Pittsburgh Cultural Trust extends suspensions
Another signature Pittsburgh event has been canceled. The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announced Tuesday that the Three Rivers Arts Festival would be axed as the trust’s suspension of events was extended into mid-June because of the coronavirus pandemic. “As we continue to follow the leadership of Gov. Wolf and our public...
Fox to air ‘Tiger King’ specialVideo
Fans of “Tiger King” are getting more of it, this time on TV. According to Variety, Fox will air a one-hour special called “TMZ Investigates: Tiger King – What Really Went Down?” The program is said to have “never-before-seen footage” of the people involved in the popular Netflix show. Hey...
‘Full House’ cast goes ‘Full Quarantine’ in coronavirus-themed remake of show introVideo
Some members of the “Full House” cast are keeping the mood light in reminding everyone to stay home and stay safe during the coronavirus pandemic. In a video posted to Bob Saget’s official Facebook page, some of the cast of the classic TV sitcom recreated the “Full House” intro, but...
