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Host Trevor Noah takes aim at Nicky Minaj, goes easy on Kendrick Lamar at Grammys
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Trevor Noah once again roamed through the audience during his monologue to open the Grammy Awards, taking pokes at the stars while standing right next to them, but he saved his most pointed joke for someone who was absent. “ Nicky Minaj is not here,” Noah said, to big cheers from ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bad Bunny, Olivia Dean and Kendrick Lamar among early winners at the 2026 Grammy Awards
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
LOS ANGELES (AP) — There’s a lot to love at the 68th annual Grammy Awards. The third award handed out Sunday night went to Bad Bunny for his zeitgeist-shaping album “Debí Tirar Más Fotos” in the música urbana album category. “Before I say thanks to God, I’m going to say ICE out,” he said, starting ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Olivia Dean wins Grammy award for best new artist
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
Olivia Dean clinched the Grammy for best new artist Sunday in a milestone moment for the British pop singer-songwriter known for her soulful voice and timeless sound. Dean, who is part of a growing class of young U.K.-born vocalists, made waves last year with her romantic sophomore album “The Art of Loving,” with tracks including ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!The Latest: Olivia Dean wins best new artist Grammy
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
The 68th annual Grammy Awards have begun airing live from Los Angeles on CBS and Paramount+. Kendrick Lamar’s dominance continues at the Grammys, where he leads the nominations with nine this year. He’s followed closely by Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff and Canadian record producer/songwriter Cirkut, who boast seven nominations each. Comedian Trevor Noah returns to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Olivia Dean wins best new artist at the 2026 Grammys, Kendrick Lamar becomes most awarded rapper
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Olivia Dean took home the trophy for best new artist at the 68th annual Grammy Awards Sunday. “I never really imagined that I would be up here,” she said, receiving her first Grammy while wiping away tears. “I’m up here as a granddaughter of an immigrant. I wouldn’t be here … ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!XJ Kennedy, prize-winning poet and educator, dead at 96
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
NEW YORK (AP) — X.J. Kennedy, an award-winning poet, author, translator and educator who schooled millions of students through “The Bedford Reader” and other textbooks and engaged voluntary readers with his children’s stories and intricate, witty verse, has died at age 96. Kennedy died Sunday of natural causes at his home in Peabody, Massachusetts, according ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Kendrick Lamar wins best rap album Grammy Award after electric show opening
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The hits arrived fast and furious. Rosé and Bruno Mars’ opened the 68th annual Grammy Awards Sunday with an electric rendition of their multicultural pop smash, “APT.”; the Blackpink singer channeled a pop-punk Gwen Stefani in her tie and platinum blond hair. Then: host Trevor Noah opened with a speech celebrating ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rosé, Bruno Mars and Sabrina Carpenter open 2026 Grammy Awards with electric performances
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The hits arrived fast and furious. Rosé and Bruno Mars’ opened the 68th annual Grammy Awards Sunday with an electric rendition of their multicultural pop smash, “APT.”; the Blackpink singer channeled a pop-punk Gwen Stefani in her tie and platinum blond hair. Then: host Trevor Noah opened with a speech celebrating ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!FKA twigs, Addison Rae and others embrace playful, daring fashion on Grammys red carpet
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
The 68th Grammys red carpet is in full swing with music’s biggest stars delivering fresh new takes on red carpet style from Addison Rae, Sabrina Carpenter and FKA twigs. The Grammys are a night of rule-breaking looks and memorable fashion statements where artists shed the traditional playbook of red carpet dressing and take style risks. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Kennedy Center to close for 2 years for renovations in July, Trump says, after performers’ backlash
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Sunday he will move to close Washington’s Kennedy Center performing arts venue for two years starting in July for construction. Trump’s announcement on social media follows a wave of cancellations since Trump ousted the previous leadership and added his name to the building. Trump made no mention in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!The Dalai Lama and K-pop win first Grammys, Steven Spielberg achieves EGOT status
By Canadian Press on February 1st, 2026
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The 68th annual Grammy Awards are taking place Sunday and spirits were high from the jump after a few back-to-back, history making moments. The Dalai Lama won his first Grammy for audio book, narration and storytelling recording, beating out Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson. You ready that correctly. “I am ... Read More »
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