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Lynyrd Skynyrd’s ‘Free Bird’ featured in Budweiser Super Bowl LX commercial

Monday, January 26 by ABC News

Lynyrd Skynyrd's classic tune "Free Bird" is featured in Budweiser's latest Super Bowl ad.The company revealed the new ad, featuring a Clydesdale and a bald eagle, on Good Morning America on Monday.The 60-second spot opens with a classic baby Clydesdale... Read More.

In brief: Colin Jost to return as ‘Pop Culture Jeopardy!’ host and more

Monday, January 26 by ABC News

Patricia Clarkson has joined Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence in Martin Scorsese's next movie. Deadline reports that Clarkson is now part of the cast of What Happens at Night. The movie follows a married American couple who travel to a... Read More.

Alex Pretti’s ‘life was just starting,’ mentor says

Monday, January 26 by ABC News

(MINNEAPOLIS) -- A doctor who mentored and worked with Alex Pretti described him as "a good citizen" whose "life was just starting."Pretti, a 37-year-old intensive care unit nurse for the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was shot and killed by Border Patrol... Read More.

Myles Smith is ‘endlessly grateful’ amid record-setting ‘Nice to Meet You’ success

Monday, January 26 by ABC News

Myles Smith has taken to Instagram to reflect on his latest achievement. According to his social media, he's the first male solo artist to hit #1 on both pop and alternative radio with his first two singles: "Stargazing" and "Nice... Read More.

Madison Beer’s ‘locket’ opens in the top 10

Monday, January 26 by ABC News

After three previous attempts, Madison Beer has finally made the top 10.Her latest album, locket, has debuted at #10 on the Billboard 200 with first-week sales of 43,000 units. Madison's previous releases - 2021's Life Support, 2023's Silence Between Songs and her 2018 EP... Read More.

Scoreboard roundup — 1/25/26

Monday, January 26 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Here are the scores from Sunday's sports events:NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUEPatriots 10, Broncos 7Rams 27, Seahawks 31NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATIONKings 116, Pistons 139Warriors 111, Timberwolves 85Raptors 103, Thunder 101Pelicans 104, Spurs 95Heat 111, Suns 102Nets 89, Clippers 126Nuggets, Grizzlies (POSTPONED)Mavericks, Bucks (POSTPONED)NATIONAL HOCKEY... Read More.

Kansas co-founder Phil Ehart releasing memoir in April

Monday, January 26 by ABC News

Kansas co-founder and drummer Phil Ehart is ready to tell his story. The rocker is set to release the memoir, I Am Phil, in April.According to the book's description, it "captures the humor, heart, and humanity of a man who... Read More.

Chris Pratt makes ‘Avatar’ cry ‘Mercy’ as his new sci-fi film tops box office

Monday, January 26 by ABC News

After five weeks, Avatar: Fire and Ash's reign at the box office has finally been extinguished: Chris Pratt's new sci-fi film Mercy has replaced James Cameron's sci-fi threequel at #1.The movie, about a political detective being... Read More.

Coco Jones says 2026 Grammy nod for ‘Why Not More?’ feels different: ‘That was my biggest leap’

Monday, January 26 by ABC News

When the 2026 Grammy nominations were announced, Coco Jones scored a best R&B album nomination for her debut, Why Not More? Though it's her eighth nomination to date, she says it feels a little different from the recognition she received for her song "Here... Read More.

Prayin’ for Daylight? Rascal Flatts’ Jay DeMarcus says he has to hit the road to get some sleep

Monday, January 26 by ABC News

Rascal Flatts kicked off the latest leg of their Life Is a Highway Tour Jan. 15 in Raleigh, North Carolina, and the trio couldn't wait to get back at it. That's especially true for Jay DeMarcus, but not for any reason you'd likely predict.... Read More.

Author: ABC News

Lynyrd Skynyrd’s ‘Free Bird’ featured in Budweiser Super Bowl LX commercial

In brief: Colin Jost to return as ‘Pop Culture Jeopardy!’ host and more

Alex Pretti’s ‘life was just starting,’ mentor says

Myles Smith is ‘endlessly grateful’ amid record-setting ‘Nice to Meet You’ success

Madison Beer’s ‘locket’ opens in the top 10

Scoreboard roundup — 1/25/26

Kansas co-founder Phil Ehart releasing memoir in April

Chris Pratt makes ‘Avatar’ cry ‘Mercy’ as his new sci-fi film tops box office

Coco Jones says 2026 Grammy nod for ‘Why Not More?’ feels different: ‘That was my biggest leap’

Prayin’ for Daylight? Rascal Flatts’ Jay DeMarcus says he has to hit the road to get some sleep

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