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Chappell Roan takes fans on a ride with ‘The Subway’

Friday, August 1 by ABC News

Chappell Roan has already had quite the ride with “The Subway,” her new song out now.The singer reflects on the journey in an Instagram post Friday, writing, “I’m very proud of this song & what a journey she has been on.”“I first played it at gov ball... Read More.

Man at large after allegedly killing 4 people, leaving baby alive in Tennessee: Officials

Friday, August 1 by ABC News

(TIPTONVILLE, Tenn.) -- A manhunt is underway for a 29-year-old man who allegedly killed four people and left their baby alive, Tennessee authorities said.Austin Robert Drummond is considered armed and dangerous following the killings of 21-year-old James M. Wilson, 38-year-old Cortney Rose, 20-year-old Adrianna... Read More.

On This Day, Aug. 1, 1942: Grateful Dead’s Jerry Garcia is born

Friday, August 1 by ABC News

On This Day, Aug. 1, 1942...Jerome John "Jerry" Garcia was born in San Francisco, California.Co-founder of the legendary rock band the Grateful Dead, Garcia was the principal songwriter, lead guitarist and a vocalist for the group, and for many he was their de facto... Read More.

Witkoff and Huckabee visit Gaza as Trump comes up with a plan for aid

Friday, August 1 by ABC News

(LONDON) -- As global concern over the hunger crisis in Gaza intensifies, Steve Witkoff, President Donald Trump's special envoy to the Middle East, and U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, on Friday inspected the U.S. and Israel-backed aid distribution system there.“Special Envoy Witkoff and... Read More.

Teacher charged in Arkansas couple’s murder held without bond

Friday, August 1 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ark.) -- A teacher arrested in the murder of a married couple found stabbed to death on a trail in an Arkansas park was held without bond after a brief court appearance on Friday.Andrew James McGann, 28, of Springdale, Arkansas, was appointed... Read More.

Russia launches 6,400 drones, missiles into Ukraine in record-breaking month

Friday, August 1 by ABC News

(LONDON) -- More than three years into Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukrainians across the country retreat each night to bomb shelters and metro stations in a nightly ritual necessitated by the long reach of Moscow's drones and missiles. This summer, Ukrainians are spending more time in... Read More.

Canadian wildfire smoke brings poor air quality to Midwest as flood threat looms in Carolinas

Friday, August 1 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Smoke from hundreds of wildfires burning in Canada is blanketing the skies in the Midwest, leaving millions with dangerous breathing conditions.Minneapolis, Chicago and Detroit were ranked in the top 10 major cities in the world with the worst air quality on... Read More.

Demi Lovato launches new dance-pop era with ‘Fast’

Friday, August 1 by ABC News

Demi Lovato is going full speed into her new era.The singer released her new dance-pop song “Fast” on Friday, along with a music video. It’s the first taste of Demi’s upcoming ninth studio album, which will be her first project since her foray into rock and... Read More.

Madonna dresses up her 1985 single for its 40th anniversary

Friday, August 1 by ABC News

One of Madonna's classic hits is all dressed up for its 40th anniversary."Dress You Up" was the final single to be released from Madonna's album Like a Virgin: It dropped on July 31, 1985. Now, it's been rereleased as part of a three-song digital... Read More.

Taron Egerton is ‘enormously proud of’ his film ‘She Rides Shotgun’

Friday, August 1 by ABC News

Taron Egerton is a father on the run in the new film She Rides Shotgun.The Lionsgate movie, which arrives in theaters Friday, is something Egerton is "enormously proud of." He plays Nate, who takes his daughter, Polly, on a thrilling road trip across... Read More.

Author: ABC News

Chappell Roan takes fans on a ride with ‘The Subway’

Man at large after allegedly killing 4 people, leaving baby alive in Tennessee: Officials

On This Day, Aug. 1, 1942: Grateful Dead’s Jerry Garcia is born

Witkoff and Huckabee visit Gaza as Trump comes up with a plan for aid

Teacher charged in Arkansas couple’s murder held without bond

Russia launches 6,400 drones, missiles into Ukraine in record-breaking month

Canadian wildfire smoke brings poor air quality to Midwest as flood threat looms in Carolinas

Demi Lovato launches new dance-pop era with ‘Fast’

Madonna dresses up her 1985 single for its 40th anniversary

Taron Egerton is ‘enormously proud of’ his film ‘She Rides Shotgun’

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