Three foreign minors aged 11 and 12 appeared in a Bukit Mertajam court to face charges of criminally intimidating a 71-year-old woman with weapons including an iron rod and stones following a neighborhood noise dispute. Court Proceedings in Bukit Mertajam The three Myanmar nationals, comprising two 11-year-olds and one 12-year-old, entered pleas of not guilty … Read more
Czech singer and actress Eva Burešová received official approval from the registry office to add the female given name Saija to her civil records, transitioning her metal music alter ego from a stage persona into her legal name. The decision follows a linguistic review confirming the name complies with Czech naming laws, though the change … Read more
Metallica has extended their ongoing ‘M72’ world tour into spring 2027, announcing a 12-date North American stadium trek featuring special guests Limp Bizkit and Avatar, according to tour announcements released by the bands. Metallica and Limp Bizkit 2027 Tour Dates and Routing The newly announced stadium run kicks off on May 8, 2027, at BC … Read more
Lab-grown diamond jewelry brand Heirest is launching globally on August 10, entering the market with a digital-first model that prices items between $900 and $22,000, according to founder Liam Whittaker. Whittaker, a former chief operations officer at global retail company Zuru, stated that the brand aims to be 5% to 40% cheaper than mainstream competitors … Read more
A total of dvaadvacet tisíc people attended the Brutal Assault festival, according to festival spokesperson Vojtěch Sedlák, who counted organizers, staff members, musicians, and attendees in the final tally. That crowd size has sparked debate among attendees and organizers regarding the physical capacity of the fortress grounds as preparations begin for the next installment. Crowd … Read more
Primus performed a headlining concert at Barba Negra in Budapest on August 4, 2026, marking the band’s first solo show in the Hungarian capital. Led by bassist and vocalist Les Claypool, the trio delivered a two-hour set characterized by improvisational funk-metal and a high-energy interaction with a crowd that nearly filled the venue 30 minutes … Read more
Bruce Dickinson and Therion are confirmed for the 2027 Masters of Rock festival in Vizovice, according to Pragokoncert Bohemia director Jiří Daron. Dickinson will perform as a solo artist to present a new album, while the Swedish symphonic metal band Therion will headline a special 40th-anniversary concert. Bruce Dickinson Returns to Vizovice for Solo Project … Read more
Five New England states—Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Vermont—have filed a lawsuit against the federal government to block new Medicaid work requirements. The states argue the guidelines, which mandate that enrollees work or volunteer 80 hours a month, create an unfair administrative burden that could strip coverage from hundreds of thousands of residents, according … Read more
Gary Woodland’s Triumph: A New Era for Athletes and Mental Health in Sports Gary Woodland’s victory at the 2026 Houston Open wasn’t just a return to the winner’s circle after seven years; it was a powerful statement about vulnerability, perseverance and the evolving landscape of mental health awareness in professional sports. His win, coming after … Read more
William Shatner’s Metal Detonation: A New Wave of Celebrity Crossover? William Shatner, the iconic Captain Kirk, is boldly going where no Star Trek actor has gone before: heavy metal. The 92-year-old actor has announced an upcoming album featuring a stunning lineup of metal legends including Zakk Wylde, Ritchie Blackmore, and Henry Rollins. This isn’t a … Read more