Tony Sirico, the actor who played Paulie 'Walnuts' on 'The Sopranos,' dies at 79
The actor was best known as loyal gangster Paulie "Walnuts" Gualtieri in the HBO drama.
Nation
Technoblade, YouTube star popular for Minecraft videos, has died
His father announced the gamer's death in a YouTube video.
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R. Kelly accusers grateful for prison sentence
Through tears and anger, several of Kelly's accusers told a court in New York City, and the singer himself, that he had misled and preyed upon them. Read more about the singer's 30-year sentence here.
Celebrities
Rupert Murdoch and Jerry Hall are said to be divorcing
Murdoch's divorce, his fourth, is unlikely to alter the ownership structure of businesses he holds stakes in, which include parent companies of Fox News and The Wall Street Journal.
Music
Fans told Lizzo a word in her song was offensive, so she changed the lyrics
Lizzo said she rereleased her new single "Grrrls" after listening to criticism from the disability community and is "dedicated to being part of the change I've been waiting to see in the world."
Business
Carson Daly undergoes back pain procedure using Minnesota firm's technology
The "Today" show co-host raises awareness to the "Intracept" procedure, developed by a Twin Cities medical technology firm.
Celebrities
'Jackass' star Steve-O looks forward to making Twin Cities fans faint
He stops by with his Bucket List Tour on Wednesday as part of the Minneapolis Comedy Festival.
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For Minnesota comedy fans, the next 10 days will be a marathon of laughter
A day-by-day guide to the Minneapolis Comedy Festival and other coming attractions, including Chris Rock.
TV & Media
29 shows will compete in 26 categories in the 75th Tony Awards
A three-hour show will air live on CBS, and Paramount Plus will stream the one-hour preshow.
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McConaughey eulogizes Uvalde victims at White House
The Academy Award–winning actor took center stage at the White House briefing Tuesday to call on Congress to "reach a higher ground" and pass gun control legislation. Read more here.
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Queen Elizabeth II to miss Jubilee service amid 'discomfort'
Queen Elizabeth II stepped gingerly onto the Buckingham Palace balcony Thursday, drawing wild cheers from the tens of thousands who came to join her at the start of four days of celebrations of her 70 years on the throne.
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Celebrities, digital token enthusiasts gather in Minneapolis for first NFT convention
U.S. Bank Stadium hosted thousands from around the world hoping for investment opportunity in non-fungible tokens.
Movies
Minneapolis native James Hong immortalized on Hollywood Walk of Fame
On the heels of hit "Everything Everywhere at Once," the nonagenarian is hotter than ever.
World
Bollywood stars Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt marry in Mumbai
Popular Bollywood stars Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt were married Thursday in a private ceremony at their Mumbai residence.
Business
The fortunes of billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott
Following divorce from Amazon founder she's giving away billions, while trying to stay out of the spotlight.
Music
Radio personality Barb Abney returns to the Current
MPR's alt-music station announces a number of high-profile additions.
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Shawn Mendes: Single 'When You're Gone' inspired by breakup
As Shawn Mendes prepares to embark on a massive global tour, the 23-year-old has released an emotional single reflecting his breakup with Camila Cabello.
Duluth
Duluth declares Daniel Durant Day as 'CODA' actor greets hometown fans
Fresh of his movie's Best Picture win at the Academy Awards, Durant returns home to a celebration.
Music
Grammys go retro as crafty pros steal the show from Olivia Rodrigo and Billie Eilish
Jon Batiste and Silk Sonic won three of the four top awards while Rodrigo was named best new artist.
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Saweetie, Haddish lead Grammys red carpet in pink, sparkle
Bright pink and all-over metallics were the fashion stories of the Grammys red carpet led by Saweetie in fuchsia Valentino and Tiffany Haddish in sparkling one-shoulder Prada as the music crowd did Las Vegas proud with a show of wild, whimsical and meaningful looks.
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