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Live ‘House of the Dragon’ IRL, with room service

August 22, 2022 by WDNY Radio

If Sunday night’s premiere of HBO’s new Game of Thrones prequel series House of the Dragon has you wishing you could visit King’s Landing for real, you’re in luck.

IHG Hotels & Resorts is advertising that three of their English hotels are a stone’s throw from various shooting locations for the heavily hyped HBO show.

Aldershot, in Hampshire, England, is home to Caesar’s Camp, an Iron Age hill fort, where a tournament set was built for the show. In addition to getting to trod upon the shooting locations, the “historically significant area … is surrounded by natural woodlands, river-side meadows and charming country houses” that are close to the historic Holiday Inn Farnborough, according to IHG. The hotel itself is less than 10 minutes from where the tournament scenes were shot.

North of there is the Peak District, a national park where some of House of the Dragon‘s sprawling, rolling hills were captured; that natural beauty is some 30 minutes from the Crowne Plaza Royal Victoria Sheffield. The property itself dates back to the 19th century, has been fully refurbished and boasts “an elegant restaurant known for its seasonal menu and luxurious amenities.”

Hey, maybe that’s the place to get some Downton Abbey vibes going, while you’re at it.

The House of the Dragon crew also filmed in Holywell Bay in Cornwall, “a classic north Cornish beach with golden sands and towering dunes.”

There’s the Holywell Cave to spelunk, and ample opportunities for selfies at a 70-year-old shipwreck that is exposed during low tide.

Incidentally, 1950’s classic Treasure Island and Tim Burton‘s 2010 Alice in Wonderland also shot in Cornwall. The Holiday Inn Express Bodmin in Victoria Junction is only 30 minutes from Holywell Bay, according to the hoteliers.

Demi Lovato continues new Vevo performance series with searing rendition of “29”

August 22, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Demi Lovato continued their Vevo performance series with an intimate performance of their new single “29.”

The song is rumored to be about the 12-year age gap between Demi and ex-boyfriend Wilmer Valderrama, when the two were 17 and 29, respectively. Demi flexed their powerhouse vocals on what appears to be an empty stage to deliver a searing rendition of the new single, which was backed by just a drummer, keyboardist and guitarist.

“29” is the latest track off of Demi’s new album Holy Fvck, which is described as “a pure distillation of the superstar’s creative ethos.”

“My new album HOLY FVCK is a deeply personal journey that begins with pain and anger, and through this emotional release, the album concludes in a hopeful place of joy that allows me to take my power back from the very things that made me angry,” Demi said in a statement. “I knew I wanted to showcase my new music in a unique way for my fans, both visually and sonically.”

The singer continued, “So when an Original Live Performance with Vevo was on the table, I immediately started to brainstorm creatively – the lighting, the room design, my look and outfits, how to incorporate our incredible female live band – all of it! The Vevo team made this vision a reality with me, and I hope my fans can feel the emotion and power through these live performances.”

Demi previously teamed with Vevo for a series of performances in 2012 and in 2017. As part of this new collab, they performed “Substance” and “Skin of My Teeth” off their new album.

The singer will perform “29,” as well as their other tracks off the Holy Fvck album, when they go on tour later this month. Tickets are on sale now on their official website.

Julianna Margulies to return to ‘The Morning Show’ for season 3

August 22, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Julianna Margulies isn’t done shaking things up on Apple TV+’s The Morning Show.

The former ER and The Good Wife star plays tough-but-caring lesbian anchorwoman Laura, who in season 3 starts a relationship with Reese Witherspoon‘s Bradley — kicking off a potential love triangle with Bradley and Billy Crudup‘s Corey, who at the end of season 2 professed his love for her.

The season ended with the COVID-19 pandemic spreading over the world and Laura offering Bradley shelter from it in Montana, but Bradley ends up staying in New York City to find her missing brother.

The news that Emmy winner Margulies will return to the Apple TV+ series comes weeks after series newcomer — and fellow Emmy winner — Jon Hamm joined the cast for the acclaimed show’s third season.

Donald Trump files motion for special master to review items seized in Mar-a-Lago raid

August 22, 2022 by WDNY Radio

(WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.) — Former President Donald Trump filed a motion in federal court in Florida on Monday seeking the appointment of a special master to review materials seized by the Justice Department from his Mar-a-Lago estate in a raid earlier this month.

The motion from Trump seeks an injunction that would bar the government from any further review of the seized materials until the appointment of a special master, and also requests a “more detailed” receipt from the government of items that were seized.

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

Nashville notes: Blanco Brown’s tour, Jennifer Wayne’s TV hosting gig + more

August 22, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Blanco Brown has been announced as the headliner for the 2022 Monster Energy Outbreak Tour.

Runaway June’s Jennifer Wayne is one of the hosts of the upcoming Design Network series Flip U. Her cohost is another country singer: Brad Rempel, from High Valley.

Up-and-comer Bailey Zimmerman has a new song out called “Where it Ends.” He’s also gearing up for his first headlining tour.

Dua Lipa rings in her 27th birthday in style

August 22, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Dua Lipa turned the big 2-7 on Monday and is letting fans know she is having the best birthday ever.

“27 feels like heaven,” she wrote on Instagram and shared a carousel of photos of her posing in a denim bikini, denim Dior boots and a chunky silver choker. “thank you for the birthday wishes!!!!”

The good vibes didn’t end there. The Grammy winner also took fans behind the scenes at her lavish birthday party in Ibiza on her Instagram Stories. The tropical venue was decorated with white and hot pink roses, as well as a multicolored balloon sign spelling out “party time.”

She later revealed the flowers were sent to her by designers Marc Jacobs and Donatella Versace.

Dua also enjoyed some birthday yoga, fruity drinks and luxurious gifts — like a hot pink Jacquemus luxury bag that was apparently made just for her.

Several famous names wished her the happiest of birthdays, as well.

Her “Cold Heart” collaborator Elton John took to his Instagram Stories to shout out his “darling” and shared a video of them hanging out at a formal event. Speaking of Elton, filmmaker David Furnish — who produced Rocketman — also sent Dua some birthday wishes.

Versace also took to her Instagram and wrote, “Happy Birthday to you @dualipa!! Stay fabulous, always keep up that Dua energy and always be unapologetically YOU. I love you sooo much.”

Dua is still celebrating her birthday in style, letting fans know via her Instagram Story that she is “feeeelin the loveeeee.”

The Weeknd drops second teaser for HBO series ‘The Idol’

August 22, 2022 by WDNY Radio

The Weeknd‘s acting debut is being teased to the world again via another peek into his upcoming series The Idol. Shared on his socials Sunday, the clip doesn’t offer much.

The Weeknd’s character — a self-help guru, club owner and cult leader — is spotted answering a phone call, while costar Lily-Rose Depp — an up-and-coming pop artist — is seen enjoying her night out in the club. The series, directed by Euphoria creator Sam Levinson, focuses on the complicated relationship between both stars.

The Idol is “coming soon,” according to the clip, which includes supporting cast members Suzanna Son, Troye Sivan, Moses Sumney, Jane Adams, Dan Levy, Blackpink’s Jennie, Eli Roth, Rachel Sennot, Hari Nef, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Mike Dean, Ramsey, Hank Azaria and the late Anne Heche.

The previous teaser was released last month.

Nicki Minaj makes ‘Billboard’ history with “Super Freaky Girl”

August 22, 2022 by WDNY Radio

More than a decade into her career, Nicki Minaj is still breaking records: The rapper has debuted at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with her newly released single “Super Freaky Girl,” simultaneously earning the rapper a slew of other notable accomplishments.

According to Billboard, “Super Freaky Girl” is Nicki’s first solo hit to debut at #1 and the first single from a female rapper to top the chart since Lauryn Hill in 1998. The song also makes Nicki the first female lead artist to debut at #1 this year.

A press release from Republic Records adds that Nicki’s the first female rapper in two years to rise to the top of the Hot 100 without a video and the first female emcee with several #1 debuts; she previously dominated the charts with her features on 6ix9ine‘s “Trollz” and Doja Cat’s “Say So.” On TikTok, “Super Freaky Girl” is the #1 song on Top US tracks.

“You did it barbz.You did it,” Nicki penned, celebrating her new #1 hit. “I love you so much. like so so SO much. Thank you.”

Britney Spears opens up about her mental health: “I will forever be traumatized by my past experience”

August 22, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Britney Spears is letting fans know that while she presents herself as happy and confident on social media, it is part of a protective facade.

Taking to Instagram to share a photo of a wet pink rose, the Grammy winner wrote, “It’s crazy … social media … everybody’s life seems so perfect and when I post things I think most of the time I’ve been utterly and completely embarrassed of my past … and who can forget those documentaries.”

Britney adds she does “try and post me looking my best,” but admits she is not being entirely truthful about having “the good life.”

“The truth is, my spirits are better but I will forever be traumatized by my past experience for life,” she said, seemingly in reference to her controversial 13-year conservatorship. “There is no way to fix me, my emotions and my sensitivity … therapy, all of it !!! I think I will need some sort of miracle for my emotions.”

The hitmaker noted her life is not “picture perfect” and confessed, “I cry myself to sleep most night … I’m insecure as hell … I don’t know how to have good posture unless I’m on camera … and I need to go to a school just to be taught how to freaking walk.”

Britney said she has “no clue” how to act when off the stage, but is “working on that,” such as learning that advocating for herself doesn’t make her “a bad person.”

In a separate Instagram post, she called out her family for vacationing in “my beach house in Destin” while she was reportedly forced to stay at a mental health facility against her will, which would draw her blood every Wednesday and leave her “weak.”

One death, hundreds of car crashes reported as three months’ worth of rain slams Dallas

August 22, 2022 by WDNY Radio

(DALLAS) — Officials have announced one fatality after three months’ worth of rain pounded the Dallas area overnight.

A 60-year-old woman was killed when her vehicle was swept away by flood waters, Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins announced on Twitter Monday afternoon.

Clay did not release the woman’s identity.

Eastern Dallas saw a whopping 15.16 inches of rainfall — a one-in-a-thousand-year flood.

During an average summer, Dallas sees a total of 8 inches of rain.

At one point overnight, the rainfall rate climbed to 3 inches per hour, forcing drivers to abandon their cars on roads.

The Fort Worth Fire Department said it responded to 133 high water calls. Dallas Fire-Rescue said it responded to 186 high water incidents and 314 car crashes.

Jenkins declared a state of disaster in the county Monday night.

“Based on preliminary damage assessments, I am declaring a state of disaster in Dallas County and requesting state and federal assistance for affected individuals,” Jenkins tweeted.

This comes after the Dallas area faced an exceptional drought, the highest category assigned by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

The rain is now shifting east and will reach eastern Texas, northern Louisiana and central Mississippi by Monday evening.

Louisiana and Mississippi are forecast to get hit with 6 inches of rain in just one or two days, which could cause flooding Tuesday and Wednesday.

ABC News’ Kenton Gewecke and Melissa Griffin contributed to this report.

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