Today’s Google Doodle is celebrating British composer, teacher and opera singer Amanda Aldridge. On this day in 1911, Aldridge gave a piano recital at London’s pre-war principal concert venue, Queens Small Hall, the original home of the BBC Symphony and London Philharmonic Orchestras. Here’s what you need to know about her. Who was Amanda Aldridge? Aldridge was an Afro-British … [Read more...]
Amanda Aldridge was a pioneering opera singer Google’s Doodle is
The most recent Google Doodle honours a groundbreaking opera vocalist who recorded over 30 songs and produced dozens of musical tracks. On this day in 1911, Amanda Aldridge gave a piano recital at Queens Small Hall, the pre-war principal music venue in London and the original home of the BBC Symphony and London Philharmonic Orchestras. Sign up to our NationalWorld Today … [Read more...]
Google Doodle celebrates Black opera singer Amanda Aldridge
Black British composer, teacher and opera singer Amanda Aldridge is being remembered today as the latest Google Doodle celebrates her life and career. Google Doodles often change the classic Google logo to incorporate a historical figure or special occasion relating to a specific date. The Google image for Friday, June 17 features a pairing of Aldridge with a doodle of musical … [Read more...]
Cardinals CB Jeff Gladney dies in car accident at age 25
Arizona Cardinals cornerback Jeff Gladney died in a car accident early Monday morning in Dallas, NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reported, per Gladney's agent. He was 25 years old. The cause of the crash and Gladney's death remain under investigation."We are devastated to learn of Jeff Gladney's passing," the Cardinals said in a statement. "Our hearts go out to his family, friends … [Read more...]
Connecticut man arrested for throwing smoothie at Robeks employee
A Connecticut man was arrested after hurling a smoothie at an employee and repeatedly shouting profanities during a heated incident at a Robeks drinks store, police said. The man, identified as 48-year-old James Iannazzo, purchased a smoothie at the location in Fairfield on Saturday, then allegedly returned shortly afterward and claimed the drink contained peanuts, causing his … [Read more...]
When We Were Young Festival Gives Warped Tour a Run for Its Money With
Paramore might not be interested in rehashing the past for their upcoming album, but when the three-piece group gets back on stage, it’ll be part of the most mid-2000s meets early-2010s lineups since Warped Tour wrapped in 2019. The band is slated to headline the emo and rock event When We Were Young Festival on Oct. 22 at Las Vegas Festival Grounds. General sales for When We … [Read more...]