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- 1Israel releases footage of strike that killed Noa Argamani's abductor▼Watch: Israel releases footage of strike killing terrorist who abducted Noa Argamani
Israel has released footage of an airstrike it says killed the terrorist who abducted Noa Argamani during the October 7, 2023 attack. Argamani, a hostage taken from the Nova music festival, was rescued by Israeli forces in June 2024, making her one of the most high-profile former captives. The strike footage has drawn wide attention across Israeli and international media.
- 2Palestinians say captor of hostage Noa Argamani killed▼Palestinians: Terrorist who abducted Noa Argamani to Gaza on Oct. 7 eliminated
Palestinian reports say a militant who took Israeli hostage Noa Argamani into Gaza during the October 7 Hamas-led attack has been eliminated. Argamani was abducted from the Nova music festival and became one of the most recognized faces of the hostages before being rescued by Israeli forces in June 2024. The claim of the militant's killing is circulating in Israeli and regional media.
- 3Dangerous storm forecast cancels major NYC events▼Dangerous storm forecast cancels Global Citizen, All Things Go, major NYC events
New York City is cancelling several major events, including the Global Citizen festival and the All Things Go music festival, because forecasters are warning of a dangerous storm. Organisers called off the gatherings ahead of the expected severe weather, leaving ticket holders scrambling as the city braces for hazardous conditions.
- 4Davido to Play Three-Night Residency at Lagos National Theatre▼Davido Is Bringing a Three-Night Residency to Lagos’ National Theatre This December
Afrobeats star Davido is set to perform a three-night residency at the National Theatre in Lagos this December, a rare extended run at the landmark Nigerian venue. The announcement is drawing attention from fans across Africa and beyond, with many viewing it as another milestone for Afrobeats and a major cultural moment for Lagos's live music scene heading into the festive season.
- 5Ocean City assesses damage as nor'easter cancels music festival▼‘They made the right call on this one’: Ocean City assesses storm damage after nor’easter cancels music festival
A nor'easter battered Ocean City, Maryland, forcing organisers to cancel a scheduled music festival as officials began assessing damage along the resort town. Early reactions suggest the cancellation is being seen as the right decision given the dangerous conditions, with local crews now working to gauge the impact of the coastal storm before the resort can return to normal operations.
- 6330 Musicians Perform Across Generations at Pestapora 2026●Sebanyak 330 musisi lintas generasi telah tampil di Pestapora 2026 Penyanyi Marcello Tahitoe bersama grup musik Dewa 19
Some 330 musicians from across generations have performed at Pestapora 2026, the music festival held at JIExpo Kemayoran in Jakarta. Among the acts was singer Marcello Tahitoe performing with the veteran rock band Dewa 19, a pairing that highlighted the festival's mix of established and younger artists. The event continues to position itself as one of Indonesia's major music gatherings, drawing broad attention from fans nationwide.
- 7Oceans Calling Festival cancelled ahead of Nor'easter in Ocean City▼Oceans Calling Festival cancels entire event ahead of Nor'easter's arrival in Ocean City
Organisers have cancelled the entire Oceans Calling Festival in Ocean City, Maryland, as a Nor'easter storm approaches the coast. The decision scrapped all performances and activities planned for the event. Fans and ticket holders are discussing refunds, travel plans and disappointment, while officials warned of hazardous weather conditions along the mid-Atlantic coastline over the coming days.
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Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced the creation of a Kentucky Office of Music during the Bourbon & Beyond festival in Louisville. The office is intended to support and promote the state's music industry, building on Kentucky's musical heritage and its growing festival scene. Details on funding and staffing were not immediately provided.
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Ravinia Festival, the summer music festival outside Chicago, has received a $38 million gift designated for its Martin Theatre. The donation, reported by OperaWire, is one of the larger recent gifts to a US performing arts venue and will support the theatre that hosts the festival's chamber and opera programming. The festival has not yet detailed how the funds will be used.
- 10Ocean City music festival canceled ahead of nor'easter●Ocean City music festival canceled as nor’easter threatens
Organizers have canceled a music festival in Ocean City as a nor'easter storm threatens the area. The cancellation comes ahead of expected severe coastal weather, leaving ticket holders awaiting information on refunds. The storm's timing has forced officials to scrap the event rather than risk attendee safety.
- 11Dave Matthews Band closes Bourbon & Beyond's Sunday lineup●Bourbon & Beyond Sunday lineup, schedule features Dave Matthews Band
Organisers of Bourbon & Beyond in Louisville have released the Sunday lineup and schedule, with Dave Matthews Band headlining the final day of the festival. The Courier-Journal highlighted the announcement, drawing attention from fans planning their weekend sets. Festivalgoers are checking set times and stage schedules ahead of the bourbon, food and music event.
- 12Oceans Calling festival cancelled as nor'easter approaches▼Oceans Calling cancels three-day music festival due to nor'easter
The Oceans Calling music festival has been cancelled entirely, scrapping its planned three-day lineup as a nor'easter storm bears down on the region. Organisers called off the event over safety concerns, leaving ticket-holders facing refunds and disappointment. The decision comes as coastal areas brace for high winds, heavy rain and dangerous surf from the storm system.
- 13Country Music Songwriters Festival Coming to Buckeye Lake▼Country music's songwriters festival coming to Buckeye Lake
A country music songwriters festival is set to come to Buckeye Lake, Ohio, bringing the writers behind popular country hits to the village southeast of Columbus. Local outlet WSYX reported the announcement, which puts the lakeside community on the map as a destination for the genre's behind-the-scenes talent. Details on dates, lineup and venue have not yet been widely shared.
- 14Storm Cancels Oceans Calling Festival, Erodes Ocean City Beach●Storm Cancels Oceans Calling, Chews Up Ocean City Beach
A coastal storm has forced the cancellation of the Oceans Calling music festival in Ocean City, Maryland, while also causing significant erosion to the town's beach. The event was called off as dangerous conditions moved into the resort area, and the storm chewed away large sections of sand along the shoreline, leaving organizers and local officials dealing with both a lost weekend and damage to the beach.