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Entergy Louisiana customers to pay more to fund $2B grid-hardening plan. See details.

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Eminem announces new album, 'The Death of Slim Shady,' on NFL Draft night: Teaser for new album promises summer release date.

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Rolling Stones set to play New Orleans Jazz Fest 2024: It looks like the third time will be the charm as the 2024 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage festival prepares ...

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Taylor Swift and 'Tortured Poets' smash the Spotify album streaming record: On Friday — the day Swift released her 11th album, The Tortured Poets Department — ...

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Quick Glance: Patti Smith Applauds Taylor Swift in 'Tortured Poets Department'

Taylor Swift mentions Patti Smith in her new album 'The Tortured Poets Department'.

Smith responded positively by posting photos of herself with a book by Dylan Thomas.

Despite seeming different, Smith expressed understanding for Swift and praised her for potentially influencing fans positively.

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Derek Carr says the new Saints offense is going to 'look different.' He's excited.

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Apr 25

More Gulf wind energy projects on the way, top U.S. officials say at New Orleans conference

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Taylor Swift's Tortured Poets Department hits number one, breaking records as it goes

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken snapped up a Taylor Swift album along with one by classic Chinese rocker Dou Wei during an unexpected detour to a Beijing ...

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Would you like a cicada salad? The monstrous little noisemakers descend on a New Orleans menu

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“My Friends All Smell Like Weed or Little Babies”: Taylor Swift Nails a Millennial Truth

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In Gretna, Louisiana, a Traffic Stop Can Lead to One Charge After Another: Gretna, Louisiana, brings in more money through fines and fees than some larger cities ...

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NFL-bound Taliese Fuaga says Oregon State ‘is the best thing I’ve ever done in my life’

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Earth Day: How to grocery shop to avoid 'pointless plastic': Nature wraps bananas and oranges in peels. But in some modern supermarkets, they’re bagged or ...

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Apr 25

Ray Nagin. Les Miles. Ronald Greene. How public records unveiled largest cover-ups in Louisiana.

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Apr 21

Thunder vs. Pelicans: Predictions, odds, TV schedule for NBA Western Conference series

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Apr 25

Pet Shop Boys know the secret to staying cool, four decades in: Forty years and 50 million record sales after the Pet Shop Boys rose to fame with “West End Girls ...

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“My Friends All Smell Like Weed or Little Babies”: Taylor Swift Nails a Millennial Truth

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I judged Taylor Swift’s album immediately after it came out. Here’s why I was wrong

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Apr 25

New Orleans is losing a nonstop flight after Southwest pulls out of 4 US airports

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Apr 26

Man who fatally shot ex-Saints star Will Smith after a car crash gets 25 years in prison

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This solar giant is moving manufacturing back to the US: Tariffs and IRA tax incentives are starting to reshape global supply chains—but vast challenges lie ...

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Apr 23

Did Louisiana singers on 'The Voice' make it to the Top 12? Here are the results.

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Louisiana’s flagship university lets oil firms influence research – for a price: Louisiana State University allowed Shell to influence studies after a $25m ...

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What's next for bustling New Orleans airport? A 21st Century rail link, leaders say.

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I Talked To M. Night Shyamalan About Setting A Horror Movie At A Pop Singer’s Show, And As A Frequent Concertgoer, I’m Intrigued

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Quick Glance: M. Night Shyamalan and the Concert Culture

In his new film "Trap," M. Night Shyamalan is revealing one of his signature twists to the audience earlier than usual.

The thriller features Josh Hartnett as a father taking his teenage daughter to a pop concert reminiscent of the blockbuster tours of summer 2023.

Shyamalan drew inspiration from the concert culture, particularly from his daughter Saleka's experience as an artist signed to Columbia Records and performing as Lady Raven.

The film incorporates an actual concert as a main set piece, drawing from 'Purple Rain,' offering a unique experience that immerses viewers in the story.

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Film industry makes a cautious comeback in Louisiana, but new strikes may be on the horizon

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Do petrochemicals play a role in Louisiana's super bright sunsets? Curious Louisiana

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Taylor Swift and Jack Antonoff Have Reached Their Limit: 'The Tortured Poets Department' finds Taylor Swift and Jack Antonoff's collaborative well ...

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Someone spiked the strawberry lemonade at Jazz Fest, and it was an inside job: If you’ve been around the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival a few times ...

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Louisiana House advances state budget cutting teacher pay, early childhood cash; see details

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Is Taylor Swift too big to fail?: For the first time in a long time, critics aren’t loving a new Taylor Swift album. Does it even matter?

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Apr 19

Have you seen more alligators along I-10 in Louisiana? Here's why and what to do.

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How New Orleans got its iconic blue and white street tiles: Curious Louisiana: Everyone loves the antique blue and white tiles that mark the street corners in ...

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Apr 18

Dickey Betts, Allman Brothers Band Singer-Guitarist, Dead at 80: Dickey Betts, the singer, songwriter and guitarist who played a crucial role in the Allman ...

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Quick Glance: Dickey Betts, Singer-Guitarist of Allman Brothers Band, Dies at 80

Dickey Betts, the singer, songwriter, and guitarist of the Allman Brothers Band, passed away at the age of 80 due to cancer and COPD.

Known for his distinctive guitar style and hits like 'Ramblin' Man,' Betts was a significant figure in Southern rock.

His family announced his peaceful passing and requested privacy and prayers during this difficult time.

Betts leaves behind a musical legacy that has shaped the Southern rock genre.

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Donna Kelce reacts to Taylor Swift's 'Tortured Poets' album: 'Probably her best work'

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Quick Glance: Taylor Swift and Donna Kelce: Friendship Timeline

Donna Kelce opened up about Taylor Swift's new album 'The Tortured Poets Department' and said she was impressed by the singer.

Initially reserved about Swift's relationship with Travis Kelce, Donna Kelce praised Swift's talents and positive influence.

Donna Kelce discussed the unexpected media attention surrounding her son's relationship and commended Swift's ability to connect with people.

Donna Kelce expressed happiness about her son's relationship with Taylor Swift, even holding hands with the singer at the 2024 Super Bowl.

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New Orleans is most expensive US city for the 2024 Taylor Swift Eras Tour, study says

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Why did Kim Kardashian lose 100,000 subscribers after the release of Taylor Swift's album?

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10 Of St. Vincent's Best Rock Songs: Ahead of the release of 'All Born Screaming,' out April 26, we round up St. Vincent's best rock songs, including "Cruel ...

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Rachel Chinouriri: 'England's my home, even if I've felt unwelcome': Rachel Chinouriri says she wants to reclaim the England flag, which features on her album ...

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Carnival Liberty will set sail from New Orleans this summer with new lounge, more upgrades

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Disney shocks the Dooky Chase family at their New Orleans restaurant. Here's the big news.

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Sam Smith to put on 'appropriate' BBC Proms show after satanic backlash: BBC Proms organisers vow that Sam Smith will have an 'appropriate' set at the ...

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Taylor Swift’s new album allegedly ‘leaked’ on social media and it’s causing a frenzy

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Louisiana's alarming infant mortality rates spur push for home visits, Medicaid revamp

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Apr 21

Eminem celebrates 16 years of sobriety with a new recovery chip: 'So proud of you'

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Valebol’s self-titled album is a bright, shimmery debut, the perfect ‘breeze pop’

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Breaking from routine with a mini sabbatical or 'adult gap year' can be rejuvenating

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‘Mad Men’ star Christina Hendricks is married: Actor Christina Hedricks wed her partner of four years George Bianchini in New Orleans on Saturday.

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US priest accused of raping teen in 1975 not fit to stand trial, psychiatrists say

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New Beyoncé documentary: Watch trailer for 'Call Me Country' by CNN on Max: Beyoncé will be the focus of a new CNN documentary titled "Call Me Country: Beyoncé ...

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Saints hero Steve Gleason unveils the art he's creating with help from AI technology

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New Orleans Four Seasons in financial trouble that could result in a sale, documents say

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Apr 18

Republicans Want to Take Away Child Workers' Lunch Breaks: A bill being considered in the Louisiana legislature was proposed by a local Republican lawmaker.

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Moody Blues co-founder Mike Pinder, last surviving original member of band, dies at 82

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Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

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Taylor Swift's outfit in new 'Fortnight' video designed by Milwaukee artist Elena Velez

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Marc Broussard's tour adds shows in Lafayette, New Orleans and Baton Rouge this fall

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How On Earth Has Taylor Swift Not Changed This 1 Lyric?: The singer has been criticized for a problematic lyric on her "Tortured Poets Department" album — and ...

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Taylor Swift: Fans react as new album is apparently 'leaked': Some Swifties dive straight in to listen while others insist true fans will wait for official ...

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Essay | Taylor Swift Isn’t a Tortured Poet: But her new album draws on ideas about the connection between poetry and suffering that go back centuries.

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Apr 24

From Taylor to Ariana, pop’s overreliance on gossip is choking the life out of it

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Apr 20

Ryan Seacrest to build music studio in new Children's Hospital facility: Only 14 of the nation's 220 children's hospitals have one of Seacrest's studios.

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NFL Draft profile: Should the Saints replace WR Michael Thomas with LSU's Brian Thomas?

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Apr 20

Taylor Swift, Post Malone Go Mad in Stunning ‘Fortnight’ Video With Ethan Hawke Cameo

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Insider (news website)

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Courtney Love says Taylor Swift is not 'important' or 'interesting': The famous Hole frontwoman also criticized Beyoncé, Lana Del Rey, and Madonna in a new ...

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Quick Glance: Courtney Love criticizes Taylor Swift and other artists

Courtney Love described Taylor Swift as 'not important' and 'uninteresting'.

She also criticized the music of Lana Del Rey and Beyoncé.

Love expressed negativity towards the similarity of successful female musicians in the industry.

She also condemned Beyoncé's music despite praising the concept of her new album.

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Apr 20

Taylor Swift Wore the Quintessential LA Spring Uniform in a Rare Home Video With Travis Kelce

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Award-winning New Orleans chef has opened a restaurant in Vegas that honors his grandma

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Apr 19

The Biggest Names in Hip-Hop Are Embroiled in an Epic Beef. What’s Going On?: Everything that’s happened so far, broken down in exhaustive detail.

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Apr 25

PGA Tour Event Disrupted by Alligator Casually Walking Across Tee Box: The Zurich Classic of New Orleans is used to having a special four-legged friend show up ...

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Apr 26

Mike Pinder, Moody Blues founding member, dies at 82: A singer, songwriter and keyboard player, he performed on “Nights in White Satin” and other hits for the ...

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Apr 17

New Orleans area singers on 'The Voice' belted 90s country ballads. They were 'Knockouts.'

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Apr 17

LSU baseball vs. New Orleans: How to watch, first pitch time from Alex Box Stadium

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Apr 21

Taylor Swift shares glimpse of date night at Gardens by the Bay, breaks multiple records

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Apr 24

Here are five Class of 2025 standout prep football recruits in Baton Rouge: List of five high school football recruits to watch in Baton Rouge area that have ...

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Apr 19

'American Idol' alum and Grammy winner Mandisa dies at 47 : Mandisa, who competed on season 5 of "American Idol," has died, the singer's rep ...

goodmorningamerica.com/culture/story/american-idol-alum-grammy-winner-mandisa-dies-109427161

Quick Glance: Mandisa, 'American Idol' Singer and Grammy Winner, Passes Away at 47

Grammy-winning singer Mandisa, who rose to fame on season five of 'American Idol,' has passed away, her representative confirmed on Friday.

Mandisa, whose full name is Mandisa Lynn Hundley, shot to stardom after placing ninth on 'American Idol.' She went on to win a Grammy for Best Contemporary Christian Music Album in 2014 for her album 'Overcomer.'

In 2017, the singer told 'Good Morning America' that she fell into a deep depression in 2014 and almost took her own life following the death of her close friend, Lakisha Mitchell, who had breast cancer.

Tributes poured in following news of Mandisa’s passing, with colleagues like Robin Roberts and Matthew West expressing their sorrow and reminiscing about their time spent with the late singer.

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Taylor Swift’s new album sells 1.6mn copies in US in single day: Large proportion of sales come from traditional vinyl and CD formats

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Apr 19

'Remember me': How a girl born in 1887 in New Orleans continues to touch lives: Three weeks ago, I wrote a column about an old picture frame I bought and how its ...

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Apr 15

Family, friends mourn Harvey woman killed in New Orleans mass shooting: 'My only daughter'

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Apr 17

Top employees at Louisiana environmental agency resign in clash with leader, an ex-Trump official

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Apr 23

John Lennon guitar found in attic on auction for more than £600,000: Believed to be lost, the acoustic guitar, used in the recording of The Beatles’ Help! album ...

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