ABC News, Author at Akamai Daily News

As new ‘Power Ballad’ trailer drops, director says he was told it was ‘a bad idea’ to cast Nick Jonas

Thursday, April 23 by ABC News

We've got a new trailer for Power Ballad, Nick Jonas' upcoming film with Paul Rudd. Nick plays Danny, a former boy band member turned solo artist. While it sounds like perfect casting, director John Carney says the idea of having... Read More.

Get $30 tickets for Ari Lennox, Summer Walker, Lil Wayne with Live Nation’s Summer of Live promo

Thursday, April 23 by ABC News

Live Nation has announced its Summer of Live promotion, offering tickets for the all-in price of $30 to over 4,000 shows. Among those are shows that are part of tours for Ari Lennox, Kid Cudi, Lil Wayne, Ne-Yo and Akon, and Summer Walker.Ari will... Read More.

Lee Brice’s son Takoda works toward a ‘Truck Bed Mixtape’

Thursday, April 23 by ABC News

You'll get a glimpse of the next generation of Lee Brice's family in the video for his new song. "This one hits a little harder with our son Takoda playing the main character in the video," Lee posted on his Read More.

Hulu announces new ‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ show, ‘Project Runway’ and more

Thursday, April 23 by ABC News

A Secret Lives of Mormon Wives show based in California, a new reality show from Khloe Kardashian and a new season of Project Runway were among the new projects announced Wednesday at Hulu's second Get Real House eventThe event, hosted by talk show host... Read More.

Lena Dunham celebrates memoir ‘Famesick’ hitting #1 on ‘The New York Times’ bestseller list

Thursday, April 23 by ABC News

All adventurous women do ... write a bestselling book.Lena Dunham is celebrating her new memoir, Famesick, reaching the top spot on The New York Times bestseller list.The Girls creator took to her social media on Thursday to share a video... Read More.

Former police officer arrested over alleged mass shooting plot at Louisiana festival

Thursday, April 23 by ABC News

(DESTIN, Fla.) -- A former police officer who allegedly was traveling to Louisiana to conduct a mass shooting at a large festival was arrested Wednesday night in a Florida hotel where investigators found a gun and nearly 200 rounds of ammunition, authorities said.Christopher Gillum,... Read More.

Man who allegedly beat 84-year-old with dementia, set him on fire is charged with murder

Thursday, April 23 by ABC News

(LOS ANGELES) -- A man is charged with murder for allegedly beating an 84-year-old man with dementia and setting him on fire, Los Angeles prosecutors said.The victim, Bang Cho, had wandered away from a senior care home when he was attacked just before midnight... Read More.

Father, teen arrested after chemical explosives were found at their New York home

Thursday, April 23 by ABC News

(SYOSSET, N.Y.) -- A New York father and son were arrested and charged after investigators discovered chemicals at their residence that had been combined to create explosive materials, according to police. Investigators discovered the chemicals while they were looking into a "bias incident" in... Read More.

DOJ internal watchdog to review department’s compliance with Epstein Files Transparency Act

Thursday, April 23 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The Justice Department's internal watchdog announced Thursday it is launching an audit into the DOJ's compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act that mandated the release of the department's files on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, according to a statement from... Read More.

BossMan Dlow says he’s ‘feeling good’ following release of ‘Chicken Talkin Bastard’ album

Thursday, April 23 by ABC News

BossMan Dlow released his album Chicken Talkin Bastard earlier in April, and he tells XXL, "I'm feeling good right now. I'm back."He says the album's title, also a track title, captures the overall vibe of the project. "The first song... Read More.

Author: ABC News

As new ‘Power Ballad’ trailer drops, director says he was told it was ‘a bad idea’ to cast Nick Jonas

Lee Brice’s son Takoda works toward a ‘Truck Bed Mixtape’

Hulu announces new ‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ show, ‘Project Runway’ and more

Former police officer arrested over alleged mass shooting plot at Louisiana festival

Man who allegedly beat 84-year-old with dementia, set him on fire is charged with murder

Father, teen arrested after chemical explosives were found at their New York home

DOJ internal watchdog to review department’s compliance with Epstein Files Transparency Act

BossMan Dlow says he’s ‘feeling good’ following release of ‘Chicken Talkin Bastard’ album

Current Weather

Current Contests

The Lunch Bunch