Katseye, a six-member girl group from Los Angeles, won the Best New Artist award at the 2026 American Music Awards. Their vibrant performance of "Pinky Up," blending hyper-pop aesthetics, showcased their dedication to diversity. The group, with three nominations, is gaining momentum ahead of their EP release on August 14, 2026.
BTS beats Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber, Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars at 2026 AMAs
BTS won the Artist of the Year title at the 2026 American Music Awards, marking their second win after 2021. The group also secured Song of the Summer for "SWIM" and Best Male K-Pop Artist. Their resurgence followed a military hiatus, bolstered by their album "ARIRANG" and a successful world tour.
Lancashire’s Jack Catterall decisions Brooklyn, New York’s Shakhram Giyasov in Giza
Jack Catterall became the World Boxing Association Regular Welterweight Champion on May 23, 2026, after defeating Shakhram Giyasov at "Glory in Giza" in Egypt. The bout's judges scored it favorably for Catterall, improving his record to 33-2, while Giyasov’s first loss brought him to 17-1.
Tamarac, Florida’s Frank Sanchez KOs Tulare, California’s Richard Torrez Jr. in Giza
Frank Sanchez Faure, a 33-year-old boxer, won against Richard Torrez Jr. at the "Glory in Giza" event on May 23, 2026, improving his record to 26-1. The fight ended with a knockout in the second round, marking Torrez's first loss, dropping his record to 14-1. The event featured fighters from 15 countries.
Camden, New Jersey’s Jamar Talley KOs Egypt’s Basem Mamdouh in Giza
Jamar Talley, 27, from Camden, New Jersey, remains undefeated after winning against Basem Mamdouh at "Glory in Giza" on May 23, 2026. The match ended in a knockout during the second round, marking Talley's seventh win without loss. The event showcased boxers from 15 countries, including notable fights in the main event.
Former Leawood, Kansas priest Richard Storey accused of stealing $160K
Richard Storey, a former pastor of the Curé of Ars Church in Kansas, surrendered to police on May 23, 2026, facing felony theft charges for misappropriating $160,000 in parish funds. This investigation, initiated during a routine financial review, follows a previous criminal inquiry involving Storey. The Archdiocese is cooperating with authorities.
Marcus McDaniel accused of shooting Cincinnati, Ohio cop’s son Nicholas Dent in New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans police arrested 20-year-old Marcus McDaniel for the May 2, 2026, murder of Nicholas Dent. McDaniel, booked on a second-degree murder charge, was apprehended following a multi-agency operation. Dent, the son of a Cincinnati police officer, was killed shortly before his birthday, sparking a major community support effort.
Boaz, Alabama’s Dusty Sharp arrested after road rage incident in Kentucky
Dusty D. Sharp, 43, of Boaz, Alabama, was arrested in Calvert City, Kentucky, following a road rage incident on I-24. After a motorist reported Sharp pointed a firearm at them, KSP troopers stopped his 2001 Toyota Tundra, recovered a handgun, and charged him with wanton endangerment and menacing. Investigation continues.
US Marshals arrest Zaire Manning in Germantown, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Imani Nikhiya Ringgold was fatally shot in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on April 7, 2026. She was 20. The Philadelphia Police Department named four suspects including Mustafa King, 26, Hamza Ruley, 24, and Zarie Manning, 21. Both Ruley and Manning have been arrested while King is still at large.
Memphis Safe Task Force arrests Stephan Thornton, Tony Williams
The Memphis Safe Task Force (MSTF) of Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee, United States executed 44 arrest warrants and recovered five firearms on May 19, 2026. Among the arrestees are murder suspects Stephan Thornton, 33, and Tony Williams, 26.
