How Nashville's Grand Ole Opry embraces tradition but balances evolution

For 100 years, one of the greatest threats to the Grand Ole Opry has been changing musical tastes. But it's always found a way forward.

Thirty years ago, Oasis made (What's The Story) Morning Glory? — a Britpop blockbuster

They'll soon tour Australia, but 30 years ago, Oasis were about to release (What's The Story) Morning Glory? — an enduring British rock classic. Here's how they did it.
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Today-Music-History-Sep28

Today in Music History for Sept. 28: In 1928, the Victor Recording Co. organized the first commercial recording session in Nashville. "The Binkley Brothers' Dixie Clodhoppers" were the artists, ...
The Economist

Russia is violating Europe’s skies with impunity

That campaign now seems to be migrating into the skies above Europe. For decades Russia has occasionally strayed into the ...

Blowout at Bethpage Black: Team Europe has a massive 7-point lead over Team USA going into the Ryder Cup’s final day

• Day 2 of the Ryder Cup: Team Europe is now up by a commanding five points, 8.5-3.5 after the morning session. Fourballs action is underway with our reporters out on the course. What they are ...

Russia’s ‘Call to Putin’ torture method widespread across Ukraine

UN expert says old-fashioned army telephone can generate up to 80 volts of electricity, ensuring an agonising experience for ...