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Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 55 people with fires still burning, officials say

November 27, 2025 by WDNY Radio

(LONDON) — The death toll from the massive fire at a residential apartment complex in Hong Kong rose to 55 as of Thursday, as search and rescue efforts continued.

Fifty-one of the deceased victims died at the scene, fire department officials said in a press conference, while four more people died in hospital.

There are currently 76 people being treated in hospital, with 15 in a critical condition and 28 in a serious condition, the officials added.

Fires are still burning in three of the seven affected buildings in Tai Po district, officials said, with all remaining blazes now under control. Seven of the eight buildings in the complex were impacted by the fire, officials said.

Three men associated with the construction firm in charge of the renovation at the housing complex have been arrested and are under investigation in connection with the fire, Hong Kong police said during a press conference early Thursday morning.

Police suspect the mesh used during the renovation was not up to standard, and the company installed a large amount of Styrofoam in the windows and the outer walls which acted as an accelerant once the fire began, police said.

The mesh and the Styrofoam were found in the one building that wasn’t impacted by the fire, police said.

More than 140 fire engines and over 800 firefighters and paramedics were deployed on Wednesday to respond to the fire, with drones also in use, officials said.

Some 279 people have been reported missing, Hong Kong leader John Lee said during a press briefing earlier Thursday.

“The fire has resulted in many casualties, including a fireman who died in the line of duty,” Lee said in an earlier statement posted to social media. “I express my deep sadness and my deep condolences to the families of the dead and the injured.”

Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed his condolences and sympathies to the victims’ families and those affected in a statement.

He said he ordered authorities to “do everything possible to ensure search and rescue operations, medical treatment for the injured, and post-disaster relief, and to provide necessary assistance to relevant departments and local authorities to minimize casualties and losses.”

Son of Jackson Browne dies at age 52

November 26, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Singer/songwriter Jackson Browne’s eldest son, Ethan Browne, has died, according to a statement posted on the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer’s website.

“It is with deep sorrow that we share that on the morning of November 25, 2025, Ethan Browne, the son of Jackson Browne and Phyllis Major, was found unresponsive in his home and has passed away,” read the statement. “We ask for privacy and respect for the family during this difficult time. No further details are available at this moment.”

Ethan Zane Browne, a model and actor, was 52. At the age of 6 months, he appeared on the cover of Rolling Stone with his dad. His mother Phyllis died by suicide in 1976.

Browne has one other son, Ryan Browne, with his second wife, model Lynne Sweeney, who he married in 1981. They divorced in 1983.

First & Grohl: Cleveland Browns announce Foo Fighters-themed activities for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame game

November 26, 2025 by WDNY Radio

The music of Foo Fighters will be celebrated during the Cleveland Browns’ upcoming Rock & Roll Hall of Fame game.

Huntington Bank Field’s Dawg Pound Drive will feature a Foo-themed stage and branded drinks, and will feature a performance by a classic rock cover band. You’ll also be able to take a photo with a smashed Foo-branded guitar, which nods to the Browns’ pregame guitar smash tradition.

Rapper Big Boi, who’s part of the Rock Hall’s 2025 class of inductees as a member of Outkast, will perform at halftime.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame game, which will feature the Browns taking on the visiting San Francisco 49ers, takes place Sunday.

Meanwhile, another 2025 Rock Hall inductee, Jack White, will be performing during halftime when his hometown Detroit Lions take on the visiting Green Bay Packers on Thanksgiving Day. White was inducted as a member of The White Stripes.

Foo Fighters will perform at Huntington Bank Field in August as part of their 2026 U.S. stadium tour.

Joan Jett to open for My Chemical Romance in London

November 26, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Joan Jett and the Blackhearts are set to open for My Chemical Romance on their 2026 European tour that celebrates the 20th anniversary of their 2006 album, The Black Parade.

Each show will feature a different supporting act, depending on the night. Jett and the band have been announced for MCR’s July 10 performance at London’s Wembley Stadium.

The show takes place just one day after Joan Jett and the Blackhearts wrap their opening slot on Sammy Hagar‘s Best of All Worlds U.K. tour, which launches July 4 in Manchester and wraps July 9 at London’s O2 Arena.

Next up for Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, they’ll be in New Zealand in January for several shows. They’ll return to the U.S. for a Las Vegas residency at the House of Blues starting Feb. 13. A complete list of dates can be found at JoanJett.com.

Kehlani dances in the rain in new ‘Out the Window’ music video

November 26, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Kehlani has released the music video for her song “Out the Window.”

The video finds her singing in a phone booth; in a red room performing choreography in red attire; and dancing in the rain as she belts out the track’s lyrics.

“But, baby, I want you/ I’m focused, it’s overdue/ Don’t throw it out the window,” Kehlani sings in the chorus. “The late nights, the half truths/ I was reckless, let me prove to you/ I’ll throw ’em out the window.”

The video is now on YouTube.

‘Demon Hunters’ & pop stars to perform during Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

November 26, 2025 by WDNY Radio

This year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will feature a host of pop performances.

Among the stars you’ll see performing right in front of Macy’s department store will be the singing voices of KPop Demon Hunters‘ HUNTR/X — EJAE, Audrey Nuna and REI AMI — and Conan Gray.

The list of artists singing on floats, meanwhile, includes Colbie Caillat and Gavin DeGraw, Debbie Gibson, Jewel, Lauren Spencer Smith, Shaggy, Russell Dickerson and Calum Scott. Wicked star Cynthia Erivo will start the parade with what’s described as a “show-stopping opening number.”

The parade airs Thursday at 8:30 a.m. in all time zones across NBC and Peacock.

Luke Combs would perform at the Super Bowl — under these circumstances

November 26, 2025 by WDNY Radio

It’s been years since a country artist performed during Super Bowl halftime, but Luke Combs says he’d be interested in the gig — under certain circumstances.

During an appearance on the MNF ManningCast, hosted by NFL icons Eli Manning and Peyton Manning, Eli asked Luke if he’d rather perform during a Super Bowl or see his favorite team, the Carolina Panthers, win a Super Bowl.

“That’s a big question,” Luke replied. “I’d like to perform at the Super Bowl and the Panthers win in the same Super Bowl. Why not both, Eli? Why not both?”

Luke recently teamed with the Panthers to release a special merch collection.

While many country stars have performed the national anthem at the Super Bowl in recent years — including Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Mickey Guyton, Chris Stapleton, Reba McEntire and Carrie Underwood — it’s been more than 20 years since a country artist did halftime. However, it was only as part of a multiple-artist show, as Shania Twain joined No Doubt and Sting for a performance in 2003.

Prior to that, the last fully country halftime show took place in 1994: The Judds, Tanya Tucker, Travis Tritt and Clint Black all performed.

Paul McCartney releases video of ‘Live and Let Die’ performance

November 26, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Paul McCartney has released a new live video of a performance of “Live and Let Die,” recorded during one of his two Got Back concerts at New Orleans’ Smoothie King Center in October.

The performance features pyrotechnics that shoot fire into the air, along with laser lights that shine over the crowd.

The video release comes just one day after McCartney wrapped the latest North American leg of his Got Back tour in Chicago on Tuesday.

Released in 1973, “Live and Let Die,” from McCartney and his band Wings, was the theme song to the 1973 James Bond film of the same name. The song peaked at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100.

McCartney launched the latest leg of his Got Back tour on Sept. 29 in Palm Desert, California. He currently has no other shows on his schedule.

2 National Guard members shot near White House: Officials

November 26, 2025 by WDNY Radio

(WASHINGTON) — Editor’s note: The West Virginia governor initially said that the 2 Guard members had died but has since said there is conflicting information about their conditions.

Two National Guard members are dead after being shot in downtown Washington near the White House, according to West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey.

“It is with great sorrow that we can confirm both members of the West Virginia National Guard who were shot earlier today in Washington, DC have passed away from their injuries. These brave West Virginians lost their lives in the service of their country. We are in ongoing contact with federal officials as the investigation continues,” Morrisey said.

“Our entire state grieves with their families, their loved ones, and the Guard community. West Virginia will never forget their service or their sacrifice, and we will demand full accountability for this horrific act,” Morrisey said.

The two National Guard members were a woman and man, according to a law enforcement official briefed on the situation.

A suspect is in custody, the Metropolitan Police Department said, and the scene has been secured. A man believed to be suspect in critical condition, the law enforcement official said.

Multiple law enforcement agencies, including U.S. Marshalls, ATF and the FBI, responded to the shooting. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said her agency was working with local authorities to gather more information.

According to a D.C. police official, there was an active shooter incident reported at 2:20 p.m. ET at the entrance to the Farragut West Metro station.

President Donald Trump has been briefed on the shooting, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said in a statement.

A White House official confirmed the White House is currently on lockdown. Trump is currently in Florida, where he is spending Thanksgiving at his Mar-a-Lago club.

“The animal that shot the two National Guardsmen, with both being critically wounded, and now in two separate hospitals, is also severely wounded, but regardless, will pay a very steep price,” Trump wrote on his social media platform on Wednesday afternoon. “God bless our Great National Guard, and all of our Military and Law Enforcement. These are truly Great People. I, as President of the United States, and everyone associated with the Office of the Presidency, am with you!”

The National Guard was deployed to the nation’s capital as part of President Trump’s federal takeover of the city in August. According to the most recent update, there are 2,188 Guard personnel assigned to D.C.

On Tuesday, during the traditional turkey pardon, Trump touted his administration’s takeover of D.C. He said it was “one of our most unsafe places anywhere in the United States. It is now considered a totally safe city.”

“You could walk down any street in Washington and you’re going to be just fine. And I want to thank the National Guard. I want to thank you for the job you’ve done here is incredible,” Trump said at the event.

Vice President JD Vance addressed the shooting on Wednesday as he spoke to troops in Texas, where he was spending the day serving meals to soldiers and their families ahead of Thanksgiving.

“We’re still learning everything. We still don’t know the motive,” Vance said.

“It’s a somber reminder that soldiers, whether they’re active duty reserve or National Guard, our soldiers are the sword and the shield of the United States of America,” the vice president said. “And as a person who goes into work every single day in that building and knows that there are a lot of people who wear the uniform of the United States Army, let me just say very personally thank them for what they’re doing.”

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

‘Billboard’ ranks Lil’ Kim’s ‘Hard Core’ as greatest hip-hop album cover of all time

November 26, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Lil’ Kim‘s 1996 debut studio album, Hard Core, has topped Billboard‘s list of best hip-hop album covers of all time.

The artwork, shot by Michael Lavine, finds Kim in some lingerie as she poses on top of a polar bear skin rug in a room decorated with roses and champagne. “Kim balances aggressive sexuality and reticent allure, grounding both in the power of the Divine Feminine,” Billboard‘s Kyle Denis writes of the cover. “Kim simultaneously plays into the sex-stained gaze of the male-dominated hip-hop industry, while flipping that aesthetic on their head; she’s on top and the one in control.”

“If challenging power is a core tenet of hip-hop,” he continues, “few album covers encapsulate that as stylishly as Hard Core.”

The other album covers in the top five are Outkast‘s Stankonia at #2, DMX‘s Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of my Blood at #3, Kanye West‘s My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy at #4 and The Notorious B.I.G.’s Ready to Die at #5.

The full list is now available at Billboard.com.

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