Michigan reports first 2 fatalities connected to widespread cyclospora outbreak

State health authorities announced Monday that two Michigan residents have died in connection with an ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak, marking the first reported fatalities in the nationwide surge of the parasitic illness. The Michigan Department of Health and
Key Republican senators back Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general

GOP Sens. John Cornyn of Texas and Thom Tillis of North Carolina announced Monday they will support Todd Blanche’s nomination for U.S. attorney general, resolving a high-profile Capitol Hill standoff that had stalled his confirmation process. The
Blue Jays land pitcher José Soriano in deadline deal with L.A. Angels in exchange for three prospects

The Toronto Blue Jays strengthened their starting rotation ahead of Monday’s MLB trade deadline by acquiring right-hander José Soriano from the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for three prospects, including highly regarded shortstop Arjun Nimmala. The Angels
Red Sox acquire all-star catcher Adley Rutschman in blockbuster deal with Orioles

The Boston Red Sox made one of the biggest moves of the MLB trade deadline Monday, acquiring three-time All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman from the Baltimore Orioles in a blockbuster trade that reshapes the outlook for both American
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ to debut in IMAX after record-breaking opening weekend

Following a successful opening weekend, Spider-Man: Brand New Day is set to expand into IMAX theaters across North America beginning Aug. 6, giving audiences another premium-format viewing option after initially playing without a wide domestic IMAX release.
Five Finger Death Punch share the video for ‘Nails In The Coffin’ off new album ‘Legacy’

Five Finger Death Punch have released the video for “Nails In The Coffin,” the latest track from the band’s 10th studio album, Legacy. “Nails In The Coffin” is included as the fourth song on Legacy, following previously
Soul Asylum expands 2026 tour with international dates

Soul Asylum has announced a comprehensive global concert tour for 2026. The Minneapolis-based quartet is currently travelling across multiple continents to promote their thirteenth studio album, “Slowly But Shirley.” The band’s international reach will expand further in
Ariana Grande to “step back from visibility” after tour ends; drops out of West End production of ‘Sunday in the Park with George’

Ariana Grande will “step back from visibility” after completing her ‘Eternal Sunshine Tour,’ and has withdrawn from the planned 2027 West End revival of Stephen Sondheim’s Sunday in the Park with George. A representative for Grande said