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American held captive in Afghanistan released, Taliban says

Tuesday, March 24 by ABC News

(LONDON) -- An American held in Afghanistan has been freed, the Taliban said Tuesday.Dennis Coyle of Colorado was released after a letter from his family was sent requesting his release on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr, the Taliban foreign ministry said. His period of... Read More.

Barry Manilow details cancer journey: ‘I thought I might be dying’

Tuesday, March 24 by ABC News

Barry Manilow feels lucky to be alive after receiving a diagnosis of stage 1 lung cancer followed by surgery.In his new People magazine cover story, Manilow reveals that he went to the doctor in November for an unrelated problem, but... Read More.

In brief: ‘Hacks’ season 5 gets official trailer and more

Tuesday, March 24 by ABC News

The official trailer for the fifth and final season of Hacks has arrived. The Emmy-winning comedy series premieres its final season beginning April 9 on HBO Max. It will consist of 10 episodes and debut a new one each week,... Read More.

Scoreboard roundup — 3/23/26

Tuesday, March 24 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Here are the scores from Monday's sports events:NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATIONRockets 124, Bulls 132Raptors 143, Jazz 127Warriors 137, Mavericks 131Nets 99, Trail Blazers 134Bucks, Clippers 129Lakers 110 Pistons 113Pacers 128, Magic 126Thunder 123, 76ers 103Spurs 136, Heat 111Grizzlies 107, Hawks 146NATIONAL HOCKEY... Read More.

Zach John King just needed to ‘Get to Drinkin” to have a hit

Tuesday, March 24 by ABC News

Newcomer Zach John King is currently enjoying his very first hit on the Billboard Country Airplay chart with "Get to Drinkin'." "The story behind 'Get to Drinkin'' is about a relationship that I had in the past that, after a... Read More.

The Black Crowes share playlist of songs that inspired new album ‘A Pound of Feathers’

Tuesday, March 24 by ABC News

The Black Crowes are giving fans some insight into the music that inspired their recently released album, A Pound of Feathers.The band has released a new Spotify playlist, Feathers and Lead, which they describe on Instagram... Read More.

How a kangaroo helped Ella Langley hop to #1 on the ‘Billboard’ Hot 100

Tuesday, March 24 by ABC News

Ella Langley's hit "Choosin' Texas" has been #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for four weeks and has now broken a record set by Taylor Swift - but that may not be the most interesting thing about it."Choosin' Texas" now... Read More.

Jason Bateman, David Harbour unpack Clark and Floyd’s relationship in ‘DTF St. Louis’

Tuesday, March 24 by ABC News

(SPOILER ALERT) We're over halfway through HBO's miniseries DTF St. Louis, and the twists don't seem to be stopping anytime soon.By the end of episode 4, which aired Sunday on HBO, Floyd (David Harbour) has passed his physical, and his... Read More.

Live Nation Urban, Black Women Photographers hiring Black women to shoot upcoming festivals

Tuesday, March 24 by ABC News

Live Nation Urban has teamed with the Black Women Photographers organization for its fifth year of giving Black female photographers the paid opportunity to shoot at some upcoming festivals.Festivals include Black on the Block in DC and Dallas; Keith Lee's... Read More.

Bruce Springsteen to perform at No Kings rally in Minnesota on March 28

Tuesday, March 24 by ABC News

Bruce Springsteen is set to kick off his Land of Hope and Dreams American Tour on March 31 in Minneapolis, but that won't be his only performance in Minnesota.The Boss has confirmed to the Minnesota Star Tribune that he will... Read More.

Author: ABC News

American held captive in Afghanistan released, Taliban says

Barry Manilow details cancer journey: ‘I thought I might be dying’

In brief: ‘Hacks’ season 5 gets official trailer and more

Scoreboard roundup — 3/23/26

Zach John King just needed to ‘Get to Drinkin” to have a hit

How a kangaroo helped Ella Langley hop to #1 on the ‘Billboard’ Hot 100

Jason Bateman, David Harbour unpack Clark and Floyd’s relationship in ‘DTF St. Louis’

Live Nation Urban, Black Women Photographers hiring Black women to shoot upcoming festivals

Bruce Springsteen to perform at No Kings rally in Minnesota on March 28

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