Hot Hits Weekend Best Bets – 1/10-1/12/2025

Central Ohio is set to host a variety of events from January 10 to 12, 2025, offering entertainment options for residents and visitors alike. Family-Friendly Activities This weekend marks the final opportunity to experience the PAW Patrol exhibit at COSI in Columbus. The interactive display, which...

Wildfires in Los Angeles Prompt Event Cancellations and Postponements

LOS ANGELES (AP) — As multiple wildfires continue to ravage the greater Los Angeles area, several music and entertainment-related events, including those tied to the film awards season, have been canceled or postponed due to safety concerns and respect for those affected. Here is an...

BSS Returns With New EP ‘Teleparty’ After Nearly Two Years

Nearly two years after their debut EP, BSS, a sub-unit of South Korean group SEVENTEEN, is back with a new release. The trio unveiled their latest project, the three-track EP Teleparty, on Wednesday (Jan. 8). SEVENTEEN, which debuted in 2015, originally divided its 13 members...

Jimmy Carter’s Legacy in Central Ohio

Today, our country will honor Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, who died at age 100. He had been in hospice care at his home since February 2023. Over the course of his political career and retirement, Carter made frequent visits to...

Gaga and Bruno’s ‘Die With A Smile’ Hits Number 1

Lady Gaga is starting 2025 on a high note. The pop star's duet with Bruno Mars, "Die With a Smile," reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 this week. Gaga thanked fans in a heartfelt TikTok video posted Tuesday, Jan. 7. “I am so...

Columbus Named One of the Best Cities

Columbus has been recognized as a Midwest standout in the 2024 ranking of America’s 100 Best Cities by Resonance Consultancy, a leading platform in tourism, real estate, and economic development. The city ranked 34th overall, outperforming other major Ohio cities. The annual report evaluates metropolitan...

Spotify Debuts Concert Film Featuring The Weeknd

Spotify is celebrating a record-breaking artist with its first-ever concert film. The streaming platform has partnered with The Weeknd to release Billions Club Live With The Weeknd, a 45-minute concert film capturing the artist’s recent one-night-only performance in Los Angeles. The concert honors his record-breaking...

Dozens of Companies Filed for Bankruptcy in 2024, Impacting Ohio Consumers

From clothing chains to restaurants and furniture stores, dozens of companies filed for bankruptcy in 2024, with many filings affecting Ohio consumers. Bankruptcy filings in the U.S. totaled 504,112 from September 2023 to September 2024, compared with 433,658 cases during the previous year, according to...