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Meghan Markle to deliver keynote address at One Young World Summit in UK next month

August 15, 2022 by WDNY Radio

(LONDON) — Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, are heading back to Europe in September.

The couple, who support several charities, will attend the One Young World 2022 Manchester Summit in the United Kingdom on Sept. 5, the Invictus Games Düsseldorf 2023 One Year to Go on Sept. 6 in Germany and the WellChild Awards on Sept. 8 in the U.K., according a spokesperson for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

In an Instagram post, One Young World announced that Meghan will be delivering a keynote address at the summit’s opening ceremony. The organization also shared that Meghan and Harry will be meeting with a group of summit delegates “doing outstanding work on gender equality.”

The organization holds a special place in the duchess’ heart. She served as a counsellor for its summit in Dublin in 2014 and also during its summit in Ottawa, Ontario, in 2016. One Young World noted how the Duchess of Sussex has continued to support One Young World ambasssadors, particularly those working for equal rights for women and girls.

“When I was asked to be a Counsellor at One Young World my response was a resounding yes!” Meghan said in a statement shared by the group. “One Young World invites young adults from all over the world who are actively working to transform the socio-political landscape by being the greater good.”

The Invictus Games Düsseldorf and WellChild also shared their excitement on social media about the duke and duchess attending their events. More information will be announced in the coming weeks, the organizations each said.

The One Young World Summit will be Harry and Meghan’s third time back in the U.K. this year, since they stepped down as senior working royals in 2020.

In April, they retuned to the U.K. together and made a private visit to Queen Elizabeth on their way to the Netherlands for the Invictus Games. The couple then came back to the U.K. in June for the queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

Prince Harry and Meghan currently live in California with their two children, Archie and Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor.

New York City officials host monkeypox town hall as disease continues to sweep city

August 15, 2022 by WDNY Radio

(NEW YORK) — New York City officials are holding a town hall Monday to discuss the ongoing monkeypox outbreak as cases continue to climb and thousands of vaccine appointments over the weekend were swept up within minutes.

Currently, there are more than 2,300 confirmed cases in the Big Apple with Manhattan having the most at 917, according to data from the city’s Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.

Brooklyn has the second-highest number of cases at 472, followed by the Bronx with 310, Queens with 278 and Staten Island with 13. It’s unknown which boroughs the remaining cases are from.

In response to the outbreak, the NYCDOHMH will be holding an event in the Bronx with Dr. Madhura Ray, director of the department’s Data and Analytics for Childcare, to discuss vaccination sites, testing, outreach for at-risk populations and preventative measures.

The event is being held in partnership with Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibbons — who will be hosting the town hall — and Destination Tomorrow, an LGBTQ advocacy group.

“[Gibbons] has been concerned over the slowness in getting vaccinations and concerned about awareness,” the borough president’s press secretary, Arlene Mukoko, told ABC News. “We want people to fully know what [monkeypox] is, how it can get transmitted. The New York City Department of Health is saying anyone can get it so how does that work? How is outreach going?”

She continued, “We want to make sure everyone is getting treated in a way that is empowering. It’s a community conversation.”

Of all New York City cases with available race/ethnicity information, Black and Hispanic people have made up nearly 55% of documented infections — particularly relevant in the Bronx, which is largely made up of Black and Hispanic residents, according to the most recent U.S. Census data.

Most of New York City’s infections have occurred among men between ages 25 and 44 who identify as LGBTQ, according to data from the NYCDOHMH.

Health officials, however, have stressed that anyone is at risk if they have intimate contact with an infected patient or come into contact with their lesions.

It comes just one day after more than 6,000 new vaccine appointment slots across the city were filled in under one hour, according to Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine. He decried the lack of supply and called on health officials to increase the number of available doses.

“There are still many people at risk who haven’t been able to access this vaccine. We need more supply for NYC [as soon as possible],” he tweeted Sunday.

Lauren London pays tribute to Nipsey Hussle at Walk of Fame ceremony

August 15, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Nipsey Hussle posthumously received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, an honor his loved ones celebrated on Monday. In a ceremony commemorating the special moment, Lauren London wished her late partner a happy birthday before sharing some heartfelt words about his life and legacy.

“Thank you for acknowledging a visionary,” she said, addressing the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. “I think I speak for the entire city of LA when I say that we’ve always known Hussle was destined for greatness. This moment only amplifies that for us.”

“Nip would have been honored by this moment,” she continued. “I think he would want everyone to remember that you can’t get to what’s possible unless you commit to moving forward. That doesn’t mean forgetting where you come from, but it requires the reality you were born into and the power you have to change that reality for the better.”

Lauren shared her hope that Nipsey’s star serves as a reminder “to break away from whatever might be holding you back and for you to run your marathon until God says that it’s finished.”

She then expressed gratitude for the world’s continuous love and support and thanked the city of LA for the honor, concluding with Nip’s famed motto, “The marathon continues.”

As fans know, Nipsey was shot and killed on March 31, 2019, outside of his Marathon Clothing Store. August 15 would have been his 37th birthday.

“Make You Say”: Maren Morris and Zedd join forces for another collaboration

August 15, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Maren Morris is teaming up with Zedd once again.

On Monday, the singers announced that their new collaboration, “Make You Say,” drops on Friday, this time featuring electronic pop duo Beauz. The cover art features three animated versions of Maren’s face in green, orange and blue, each one sprouting out of the other.

“DREAM TEAM.” comments Beauz.

Days prior, Maren teased the collaboration on Instagram, writing, “Round 2?” alongside a photo of herself and Zedd.

Maren, Zedd and Grey shot to the top of the charts in 2018 with their smash hit “The Middle.” It reached #1 on the Billboard Adult Top 40 and Hot Dance/Electronic Songs charts, in addition to peaking in the top five on the Billboard Hot 100. It also charted in Belgium, Germany, Canada and several other countries.

“The Middle” has been certified six times Platinum in the U.S.

Roger Daltrey: Relationship with Who bandmate Pete Townshend is just “a working one”

August 15, 2022 by WDNY Radio

The relationship between co-founding Who members Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend has historically been quite contentious at times, although the two seemed to have developed a close bond during the latter years of the group’s career.

That being said, Daltrey tells Forbes that he and Townshend don’t really socialize when they’re not touring or recording with The Who.

“Our relationship is a working one, and that’s about as far as it goes,” Roger reveals. “But when we get on stage, there’s a chemistry that’s created. When we’re playing well, it starts to kick in properly. It’s still as wonderful as ever.”

He adds, “We never really had a strong relationship off of the stage, though. It’s as simple as that.”

Also in the interview, the 78-year-old Rock & Roll Hall of Famer reveals he was aware of his own vocal talents at an early age.

“I think people who sing know they can from very early on,” he tells Forbes. “I was born with perfect pitch, which most singers have. I used to sing in the church choir when I was 6 or 7 years old. It went from there. I started singing in youth clubs and things like that at the age of 12, and then went on at age 16 to start what became The Who.”

The Who will launch a fall North American leg of its The Who Hits Back! tour on October 2 in Toronto. The trek is mapped out through a November 4-5 stand in Las Vegas. Like with the spring leg of the tour and the band’s previous Moving On! trek, the upcoming concerts will feature The Who accompanied by an orchestra.

Rudy Giuliani now ‘target’ of Georgia criminal probe into effort to overturn 2020 election: Sources

August 15, 2022 by WDNY Radio

(WASHINGTON) — Former President Donald Trump’s personal attorney, Rudy Giuliani, has been informed that he is considered a “target” of the Georgia criminal investigation probing the effort to overturn the results of the 2020 election in that state, according to sources familiar with the matter.

An attorney for Giuliani received a call Monday informing them that he is a “target” of the investigation, the sources said.

The move comes just two days before Giuliani is set to testify before the Fulton Country special grand jury probing the case, as the investigation appears to be ramping up.

Giuliani is still expected to testify on Wednesday, the sources said.

Last week, an attorney for Giuliani said in court that Giuliani’s legal team had been asked the district attorney “whether or not Mr. Giuliani is a target of this investigation,” but had “not yet received a response.”

The judge in the case, Fulton County Superior Court Judge Robert McBurney, said he “would implore” the DA to “at least address that before [Giuliani] gets here.”

Earlier, 16 so-called “alternate electors” in the state were informed that they are also considered “targets” of the probe.

The House committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol has said that a plan set up by the Trump campaign in multiple swing states sought to assemble “groups of individuals in key battleground states and got them to call themselves electors, created phony certificates associated with these fake electors and then transmitted these certificates to Washington, and to the Congress, to be counted during the joint session of Congress on January 6th.”

The special grand jury seated in the investigation does not have the ability to return an indictment, and can only make recommendations concerning criminal prosecution.

‘John Wick’ prequel series coming to Peacock in 2023

August 15, 2022 by WDNY Radio

The John Wick prequel series is coming to Peacock, thanks to a new multiyear deal with Lionsgate.

The Continental, a three-part series based on the popular Keanu Reeves action franchise, will premiere on the streaming service in 2023.

The show follows the origin story of the Continental Hotel, a refuge for assassins in the John Wick universe. It stars Colin Woodell as hotel manager Winston Scott, the younger version of Ian McShane’s character in the films.

The cast also includes Ayomide Adegun as a younger version of Charon, Lance Reddick’s character in the films, as well as Peter Greene, Mel Gibson, Ben Robson, Hubert Point-Du Jour, Jessica Allain, Mishel Prada and Nhung Kate.

There’s also a fourth John Wick movie in the works, set for theatrical release in March 2023.

“Make You Say”: “The Middle” partners Maren Morris and Zedd join forces for another collaboration

August 15, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Maren Morris is teaming up with Zedd once again.

“DREAM TEAM.” comments Beauz.

Days prior, Maren teased the collaboration on Instagram, writing, “Round 2?” alongside a photo of herself and Zedd.

“The Middle” has been certified six times Platinum in the U.S.

Luke Bryan spotlights farmers, first responders in “Country On” video

August 15, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Luke Bryan offers tribute to the everyday hero in the video for his latest single, “Country On.”

The singer takes viewers into farm life, compiling clips of farmers bailing hay and roping cattle. Miles down the road in downtown Nashville, Luke spotlights the bartenders at his bar, Luke’s 32 Bridge, who are serving up drinks to tourists, including a group of bachelorettes.

He also features members of the Nashville Police Department and other first responders, including firefighters, EMTs and members of the military, all posing in front of the American flag as he sings “hey fireman, boys and girls in blue/We could sure use a lot more like you/You come runnin’ in anytime, anything goes wrong/Country on.”

The video ends with the superstar standing on the street in the middle of Broadway, the first responders gathered around as he shakes each of their hands before collectively looking up at the fireworks decorating the city skyline.

“It was awesome to spotlight all these great people to create such a special message,” Luke describes of the video. “Hope y’all like it.”

“Country On” is the lead single off his forthcoming album. It’s currently in the top 15 on country radio.

Solange Knowles to compose score for NYC Ballet

August 15, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Solange Knowles‘ songwriting skills have landed her a gig with the New York City Ballet. The singer was tapped to write a new score for the company’s 10th annual Fall Fashion Gala.

According to a press release, members of the New York City Ballet Orchestra will join with Solange’s frequent collaborators to perform the score, while dancers take the stage in a piece choreographed by Gianna Reisen.

Solange’s proven her songwriting abilities with credits on Destiny’s Child “Bad Habit,” sister Beyoncé‘s “Upgrade U,” “Get Me Bodied,” and “Scared of Lonely,” and her very own “Cranes in the Sky” and “Don’t Touch My Hair.”

The score for New York City Ballet, however, marks her first composition for a ballet company.

The Fall Fashion Gala is slated to premiere on September 28 at Lincoln Center. Subsequent shows will be performed in October and May.

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