In his book 'The Midnight Special', author Colin Asher traces how prisons and the criminal justice system shaped American music, from Lead Belly and Johnny Cash to Tupac.

Everyone’s favourite furry red monster from Sesame Street just can’t catch a break... Earlier this month, Elmo learned the hard way that New York Knicks fans don’t go in for diplomacy when he wished ...

Everyone's favourite furry red monster from Sesame Street just can't catch a break... Earlier this month, Elmo learned the hard way that New York Knicks fans don't go in for diplomacy when he wished ...

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The 2026 World Cup opening ceremonies are set to feature a wide range of musical performances, highlighting the event’s role beyond just soccer. Major names including Shakira, Katy Perry, Future, ...

Over the years, the songs that provide a soundtrack to the World Cup have become a significant part of the tournament, almost as important as the games. Some anthems have reached far beyond the field ...

Shakira, performing at the 2010 FIFA World Cup Kick-off Celebration Concert. Photo: Martin Rose/Getty Images Co-headlined by Madonna, BTS, and the tournament-obsessed Shakira, the introduction of a ...

The official social media account for Elmo responded to critics after the beloved “Sesame Street” character found itself in hot water for saying it “hopes” the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs ...

It was a simple six-word message wishing the best for both the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks in the build-up to the 2026 NBA Finals. The lovable, always positive "Sesame Street" character didn ...

Editor's Note: Click here for live coverage and all the latest news from Game 2 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs. Elmo tried to keep the peace ahead of the 2026 NBA ...

“Elmo causing NBA Finals drama” probably wasn’t on your bingo card. The famed “Sesame Street” puppet is getting pushback from fervent New York basketball fans after wishing both the Knicks and Spurs ...

For most of the world who grew up watching Sesame Street, Elmo is a lovable and, importantly, uncontroversial figure with a (somewhat annoying) laugh. For New Yorkers, the Muppet’s latest tweet makes ...