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‘Burning Down the House’: David Byrne performs Talking Heads classic with Stephen Colbert on ‘The Late Show’

Wednesday, May 20 by ABC News

As Stephen Colbert gets ready to sign off The Late Show, he enlisted Talking Heads frontman David Byrne to help him with his sendoff.Byrne appeared on Colbert's Tuesday night show for a special performance of the Talking Heads classic "Burning... Read More.

Xi, Putin condemn ‘treacherous’ strikes, urge US to end Iran war

Wednesday, May 20 by ABC News

(LONDON) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing on Wednesday, with the two leaders releasing a joint statement urging an end to the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran as a matter of "utmost urgency.""The sides agree that military strikes by... Read More.

Billy Joel hits back against planned biopic

Wednesday, May 20 by ABC News

Billy Joel does not support a planned biopic that was announced on Tuesday.The film, Billy & Me, to be directed by editor/producer John Ottman, is described as the "untold origin story of Billy Joel before the fame, before the hit records, and before the... Read More.

In brief: ‘The Agency’ season 2 trailer and more

Wednesday, May 20 by ABC News

The Agency season 2 has its first trailer and premiere date. Paramount+ has announced that the second season of the spy thriller series will debut on June 21. All 10 of the new episodes will be available to watch at... Read More.

Snoop Dogg lands role in boxing drama

Wednesday, May 20 by ABC News

Snoop Dogg will act opposite Brandon Perea in an upcoming boxing drama written and to be directed by Eric Amadio, known for his work on the FX series Snowfall. Deadline reports Snoop will star in The Faith of Long Beach,... Read More.

Styx’s 2006 performance with youth orchestra subject of new documentary

Wednesday, May 20 by ABC News

Styx is featured in a new documentary that highlights their 20-year partnership with Kaboom Collective, a nonprofit arts organization based in Cleveland.Twenty Years On looks back at Styx's 2006 performance with a youth orchestra, talking to the band, past orchestra... Read More.

ACM entertainer Cody Johnson has a big admission — and a warning: ‘This is just the start’

Wednesday, May 20 by ABC News

After Cody Johnson won male artist of the year at Sunday's ACM Awards, he decided it meant he didn't have a shot at the trophy he wanted most. "To be honest, when they called it for male artist of the year, I thought, 'Well,... Read More.

Believe it: Cher turns 80!

Wednesday, May 20 by ABC News

Believe it: Ageless pop culture legend Cher turns 80 on Wednesday, May 20. The singer, songwriter, actress, activist, mother, philanthropist, fashion icon, gay icon and so many more things has been topping the charts for six decades, has won multiple awards and is one... Read More.

‘The Boys’ star Erin Moriarty predicts fans will feel ‘really satisfied’ by series finale

Wednesday, May 20 by ABC News

The series finale of The Boys drops Wednesday on Prime Video. The big question is whether or not The Boys will be able to stop the sociopathic and seemingly invincible superhero Homelander, when all attempts so far this season have... Read More.

Scoreboard roundup — 5/19/26

Wednesday, May 20 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Here are the scores from Tuesday's sports events:NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATIONCavaliers 104, Knicks 115MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALLBraves 8, Marlins 4Orioles 1, Rays 4Reds 4, Phillies 1Guardians 4, Tigers 3Mets 6, Nationals 9Blue Jays 4, Yankees 5Red Sox 7, Royals 1Astros 2, Twins 1Brewers... Read More.

Author: ABC News

‘Burning Down the House’: David Byrne performs Talking Heads classic with Stephen Colbert on ‘The Late Show’

Xi, Putin condemn ‘treacherous’ strikes, urge US to end Iran war

Billy Joel hits back against planned biopic

In brief: ‘The Agency’ season 2 trailer and more

Snoop Dogg lands role in boxing drama

Styx’s 2006 performance with youth orchestra subject of new documentary

ACM entertainer Cody Johnson has a big admission — and a warning: ‘This is just the start’

Believe it: Cher turns 80!

‘The Boys’ star Erin Moriarty predicts fans will feel ‘really satisfied’ by series finale

Scoreboard roundup — 5/19/26

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