Willie Nelson Cancels Concert After Extreme Weather Ruins His Gear

Willie Nelson Cancels Concert After Extreme Weather Ruins His Gear

SUZANNE CORDEIRO/AFP via Getty Willie Nelson cancels 10th anniversary Outlaw Music Festival show due to "an extreme weather event" The show was originally scheduled for July 1, 2025 The tour will resume in Austin, Texas, on the 4th of July Willie Nelsonis canceling a major date on his tour after bad weather ruined his equipment. The 92-year-old musician was the headliner for the 2025 Outlaw Music Festival with Bob Dylan, Sheryl Crow, and more until "extreme weather" caused the anniversary concert event to be canceled. "The Outlaw Music Festival's 10th Anniversary concert event scheduled for July 1, 2025 at Lucky Star Amphitheater in El Reno, OK has been canceled due to unforeseeable circumstances," a statement shared to the festival's officialInstagramaccount read. "An extreme weather event on the evening of June 29th in Ridgedale, MO at Thunder Ridge Nature Arena produced heavy rains and high winds forcing the crowd to evacuate," the statement continued. F. Carter Smith/Bloomberg via Getty Because of the weather, organizers said much of the scheduled performers' "equipment and artists' instruments were damaged and waterlogged, making their condition difficult to assess in time to accurately and safely use for tomorrow's show." The decision was made to cancel Tuesday's show to recover and replace whatever was needed to continue additional dates. "Blackbird Presents, Lucky Star Amphitheater, and DCF Concerts are disappointed to have to cancel the engagement and sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this cancellation may cause," the company said, adding that refunds would be issued. Nelson shared the same message to hisInstagramaccount. His comment section was filled with fans asking if Trigger,his famous guitar, was okay after the extreme weather incident. A rep tells PEOPLE that "Trigger is safe" after all. TheOutlaw Music Festivalis North America's largest touring music festival, bringing musical legends and dedicated fans together for live songs, food and drink, and shopping, creating an unforgettable experience. Rick Kern/WireImage For the 2024 show, Nelson shared a statement in a press release to express his excitement regarding the forthcoming concerts. "This year's Outlaw Music Festival Tour promises to be the biggest and best yet with this lineup of legendary artists. I am thrilled to get back on the road again with my family and friends playing the music we love for the fans we love," the Rock and Roll Hall of Famersaid at the time. However, he latermissed the opening showdue to "not feeling well." Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE's free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer​​, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. "We regret to inform you that Willie Nelson is not feeling well and, per doctor's orders, has been advised to rest for the next four days," read a statement published on Nelson'sXaccount. "He is expected to make a full recovery and join the Outlaw Music Festival tour next week." The "Always on My Mind" singer and other artists included on the 2025 lineup are expected to resume the show in Austin, Texas, on July 4. Read the original article onPeople

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Willie Nelson Cancels Concert After Extreme Weather Ruins His Gear

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Prince William draws hard line on uncle Prince Andrew’s royal future: experts

Prince William draws hard line on uncle Prince Andrew's royal future: experts

There's absolutely no royal role for Prince Andrew under his nephew's reign. Royal experts previously told Fox News Digital that Prince William has been quietly preparing for his future as king as he continues to support his father, who is getting treatment for cancer. And one thing they all agreed on is that the disgraced Duke of York won't return from the shadows anytime soon. "Anyone who poses a threat to the monarchy is banished," British broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard warned Fox News Digital. King Charles, Prince Harry At Point Of 'No Turning Back' As Monarch Refuses Reconciliation: Expert "Prince William is a shrewd operator and stands firm in his decisions," Chard shared. "He is committed and determined to do his best for the future of the monarchy. And his mind is made up. His scandalous uncle is viewed as a black cloud. Future public royal duties are off the cards. If allowed, Andrew will likely bring further reputational damage to the monarchy at a time when the royal ship needs a careful steer. "Prince Andrew will not have a formal role inPrince William's future modernized, streamlined, monarchy," Chard added. Read On The Fox News App Chard's statements came shortly after insiders close to the Prince of Wales toldThe Times U.K.that there won't be a role for Andrew given his controversial ties to convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein, the late American financier's girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell and alleged Chinese spy Yang Tengbo. According to the outlet, all continue to convince William, 43, that his uncle is a "reputational risk" and a "threat" to the institution. The outlet also pointed out that while most of the royal family, including Andrew, gathered for church on Easter Sunday at Windsor, William "swerved it" and instead, worshiped with his in-laws in Norfolk. Fox News Digital reached out to Kensington Palace for a comment about the report. A spokesperson for Buckingham Palace previously told Fox News Digital they don't speak for Andrew, 65, as he's no longer a working royal. The duke stepped back in 2019 after his disastrous interview on "Newsnight," where he attemptedto explain his friendship with Epstein. "The idea that Prince William – or frankly anyone in the line of succession – would welcome Prince Andrew back as a working royal is not only unrealistic, it's absurd," Kinsey Schofield, host of the "To Di For Daily" podcast, told Fox News Digital. Click Here To Sign Up For The Entertainment Newsletter "Prince Andrew's name remains inextricably linked to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender, and although Andrew has consistently denied wrongdoing, public perception has never recovered," she pointed out. "Now, with the tragic suicide of his accuser, Virginia Giuffre, the controversy is once again back in the headlines." "Prince William positions himself as a modern, duty-driven future king," said Schofield. "There's simply no room for scandal-plagued figures – regardless of familial ties. In the court of public opinion, guilt by association is powerful. William knows that, and any suggestion of Andrew's return would be met with public outrage." Royal experts have previously been adamant with Fox News Digital that William willreportedly ban Andrew from royal life. Following Andrew's nuclear interview, his late mother, Queen Elizabeth II, stripped him of his royal duties and charity roles. More recently,his brother, King Charles III, tried to persuade Andrew to cut his expenses by leaving his home, Royal Lodge, a sprawling royal estate, and instead, moving to a smaller cottage inside the security perimeter of Windsor Castle. However, Andrew remains ensconced in the 30-room Royal Lodge. British royals expert Hilary Fordwichclaimed to Fox News Digital that the king, 76, is "both relieved and delighted" that William is already taking on a no-nonsense stance. Like What You're Reading? Click Here For More Entertainment News "His uncle Andrew's reckless conduct has put the family in jeopardy," said Fordwich. "He won't and can't risk public association with such a disastrous member of the family who merely serves as a distraction from public duty." "[King Charles is pleased] William has taken such a dutiful, dedicated approach to the monarchy," Fordwich claimed. "He's not the playboy of many past Princes of Wales, ancestors of his who didn't either take the role seriously and/or were defined by debauchery. Prince William is unwavering in his determination to keep Andrew permanently sidelined from royal life, including being excluded from the recent major ceremonies Garter Day and Trooping the Colour." "Prince William sees this risk as a liability to the monarchy's reputation and stability as permanent," Fordwich continued. "His resolve is absolute. King Charles, while maintaining a private, familial relationship, is in the same camp but does have a special agreement that allows his wayward brother to attend private family luncheons… but no more public processions or official duties. This approach is wise as it keeps familial peace while upholding a proper public image." Royal experts claim Andrew has been attempting to keep his head down at Royal Lodge. Expert Richard Fitzwilliams pointed out that he previously signed a 75-year lease to stay at the palatial property. But Andrew's future is clear to all behind palace doors. "There is no possibility of Andrew taking a more active role in the royal family under King Charles or William," Fitzwilliams now told Fox News Digital. "He will appear only at church services. His reputation is toxic, and more information may come to light about his friendships and business links, which will cause even more embarrassment to the royal family." Fitzwilliams noted that as long as Andrew can "satisfy the demands of the lease," he can stay at Royal Lodge – for now. "He shows no sign of wanting to do charitable work or do any work on the royal estates," said Fitzwilliams. "He remains a symbol of entitled idiocy." Back in December, Ingrid Seward, editor-in-chief of Majesty magazine, told Fox News Digital she agreed with a scoop from Charlotte Griffiths, the Mail on Sunday's editor-at-large, who claimed that Charles had been secretly paying Prince Andrew's rent. Buckingham Palace didn't immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment at the time. "There's absolutely no doubt that Charles is the one who is providing the money for Andrew because the [late] queen wouldn't have left Andrew bereft," said Seward. "She would've made a provision for him, and maybe that provision came through his elder brother as monarch," she shared. "When the king dies or the queen dies, the money goes to the next monarch. Everything goes to the next monarch. So, she either would have made provisions for Andrew before she died, or she would've made provisions through Charles." King Charles, Prince Harry's Painful Feud 'Damaging' Monarch's Reign As Gutted Son Remains Furious: Expert "I believe that Charles is helping him," Seward continued. "I don't see who else would. I'm sure [Andrew's ex-wife] Fergie would help him. I know Fergie does very well with her books, but I [can't] imagine she would make enough to run Royal Lodge on her own." "I certainly think that the only person who could really be doing this is either monies from the queen or monies from the king," she said. Original article source:Prince William draws hard line on uncle Prince Andrew's royal future: experts

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Prince William draws hard line on uncle Prince Andrew’s royal future: experts

Prince William draws hard line on uncle Prince Andrew's royal future: experts There's absolutely no royal role for Prince Andrew und...

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Brian Wilson's cause of death released weeks after Beach Boys icon died at 82

Brian Wilson's cause of death released weeks after Beach Boys icon died at 82

Beach Boysfounding memberBrian Wilson's cause of death at 82 has been released. The music icon, who helped define the Southern California surf-rock sound in the 1960s, died after experiencing several minutes of respiratory arrest on the morning of June 11 in his Beverly Hills, California, home, according to a death certificate obtained by USA TODAY June 30. Respiratory arrest occurs when a person stops breathing. Several hours of sepsis, which is a life-threatening bodily response to an infection, per theCenters for Disease Control and Prevention, and days of cystitis, or a bladder infection, were mentioned as contributing causes. He also had a neurodegenerative disorder, obstructive sleep apnea, chronic respiratory failure and chronic kidney disease. Wilson was cremated and buried at a cemetery in the Westwood neighborhood, home to UCLA. Essential Brian Wilson songs:'God Only Knows,' 'Good Vibrations' and more TMZwas first to report the news on June 26. The day he died, his family announced his deathon social mediawithout citing a cause. "We are heartbroken to announce that our beloved father Brian Wilson has passed away," the caption read. "We are at a loss for words right now. Please respect our privacy at this time as our family is grieving. We realize that we are sharing our grief with the world. Love & Mercy." Wilson is survivedby his daughtersfrom his first marriage, Carnie and Wendy, who achieved success as part of Wilson Phillips. "I have no words to express the sadness I feel right now," wroteCarnie Wilsonin aheartfelt tribute on Instagram. "I am lucky to have been his daughter and had a soul connection with him that will live on always. I've never felt this kind of pain before, but I know he's resting up there in heaven … or maybe playing the piano for Grandma Audree, his Mom." He's also survived by his five adopted children from his second marriage toMelinda Ledbetter. Brian Wilson wasplaced under a conservatorshipin 2024. Wilson was taking medication for dementia, according to a doctor's declaration filed with longtime manager LeeAnn Hard and publicist Jean Sievers'petition for conservatorship. He was "unable to properly provide for his own personal needs for physical health, food, clothing, or shelter," the petition claimed. His wife, Melinda Ledbetter,died at 77 years oldin January 2024. Contributing: Marco della Cava and Edward Segarra, USA TODAY This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:Brian Wilson's cause of death is released

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Brian Wilson's cause of death released weeks after Beach Boys icon died at 82

Brian Wilson's cause of death released weeks after Beach Boys icon died at 82 Beach Boysfounding memberBrian Wilson's cause of death...

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Man shot Idaho firefighters who had asked him to move his vehicle, killing 2, sheriff says

Man shot Idaho firefighters who had asked him to move his vehicle, killing 2, sheriff says

COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho (AP) — A man who started a wildfire and then fatally shot two firefighters and wounded another in northern Idaho was a 20-year-old transient who attacked the first responders after they asked him to move his vehicle, a sheriff said Monday. Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris offered new details about the Sunday confrontation at Canfield Mountain, just north of Coeur d'Alene, a popular recreation area. He said Wess Roley was living out of his vehicle, had once aspired to be a firefighter and had only a handful of minor contacts with area police. "We have not been able to find a manifesto," the sheriff said, adding a motive was still unknown. Norris said families of the victims are "in shock — absolutely. They're in shock and they're still processing it." 2 veteran firefighters are killed and a third is in critical condition Battalion Chief Frank Harwood, 42, who had been with the county fire department for 17 years, was killed, Kootenai County Fire and Rescue Chief Christopher Way said during a news conference Monday. Harwood was married and had two children, and he also was a veteran of the Army National Guard. Coeur d'Alene Fire Department Battalion Chief John Morrison, 52, was also killed after working with the department for 28 years. Coeur d'Alene Fire Department Fire Engineer David Tysdal, 47, sustained gunshot wounds and was in critical condition. Authorities said he had two successful surgeries. After the shooting, local law enforcement agencies have offered to go on every call that the fire department goes on, according to Way. "I don't know that we're ever going to be able to guarantee people's peace of mind, at least for a while after an incident like this," he said. "But we are taking every measure we can to ensure safety of our responders." Roley had set a fire using flint, and the firefighters who rushed to the scene instead found themselvesunder fire. They took cover behind fire trucks. "There was an interaction with the firefighters," Norris said. "It has something to do with his vehicle being parked where it was." Roley had ties to California and Arizona before moving to Idaho Roley later killed himself, the sheriff said. He had ties to California and Arizona and was living in Idaho "for the better part of 2024," Norris said. "But as far as when he got here, why he was here, why he chose this place — I don't know." Two helicopters converged on the area Sunday, armed with snipers ready to take out the suspect if needed, while the FBI used his cellphone data to track him and the sheriff ordered residents to shelter in place. They eventually found Roley dead in the mountains, his firearm beside him. Roley lived with T.J. Franks Jr. for about six months in Sandpoint, Idaho, while working for a tree service, Franks said on Monday. Franks had cameras in his apartment that caught Roley throwing gang signs at them one day, which worried Franks to the point that he called police. "I didn't know what to really think about it," Franks said. "I just called the cops and had them talk to him." The landlord also called Franks one morning because neighbors reported that Roley's vehicle had been left running for about 12 hours. Franks said Roley was asleep in his room and said he forgot about the vehicle. Franks said Roley "started acting a little weird" and at one point shaved his long hair off completely. "We just kind of noticed him starting to decline or kind of go downhill," he said. A swift outpouring of support Outpouring of support for the victims was swift in Coeur d'Alene, a city of 55,000 residents near the border with Washington. Hours after the shooting, people gathered along Interstate 90 holding American flags to pay their respects as the two fallen firefighters' bodies were taken to the medical examiner's office in Spokane, Washington, about 35 miles (56 kilometers) from Coeur d'Alene. Gov. Brad Little ordered U.S. and Idaho state flags to be lowered to half-staff to honor the firefighters until the day after their memorial service. "All our public safety officers, especially our firefighters, bravely confront danger on a daily basis but we have never seen a heinous act of violence like this on our firefighters before," he said in a statement. "This is not Idaho. This indescribable loss is felt deeply by all those in the firefighting community and beyond." Though the shelter-in-place order was lifted, the sheriff's office cautioned residents to be prepared because the fire was still burning. The Idaho Department of Lands said it had burned about 26 acres (10.5 hectares). Way described the fire on Monday as "reasonably contained," saying that respondents had "stopped significant forward progress." Fire is always a concern for the region, said Bruce Deming, whose property abuts the trail system. When he noticed smoke on the ridge Sunday afternoon, he wondered why no firefighting helicopters were responding. When a friend texted to tell him about the shooting, he realized why he wasn't seeing aircraft: "Because they're concerned about being shot at," he said. ___ Associated Press journalists Hallie Golden in Seattle, Ed White in Detroit and Martha Bellisle in Seattle contributed to this report.

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Man shot Idaho firefighters who had asked him to move his vehicle, killing 2, sheriff says COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho (AP) — A man who started...

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Israeli strike on cafe near Gaza City port kills dozens, hospital official says

Israeli strike on cafe near Gaza City port kills dozens, hospital official says

More than 40 people have been killed in an Israeli airstrike that hit a cafe near the port in Gaza City, according to the head of the territory's largest hospital. Dr. Mohammad Abu Silmiya, the director of Al-Shifa hospital, said in an update on Monday night that at least 41 people had been killed and 75 injured in the strike. Videos geolocated by CNN show thick smoke rising from the scene as well as widespread damage to the cafe and the surrounding area. They also showed bodies being removed on stretchers. The Israel Defense Forces told CNN that the incident is "under review." In response to questions about the strike, the IDF said, "Earlier today (Monday), the IDF struck several Hamas terrorists in the northern Gaza Strip. Prior to the strike, steps were taken to mitigate the risk of harming civilians using aerial surveillance." The Al-Baqa cafe was a well-known spot for students, journalists and remote workers, as it offered internet and a place to work by the Mediterranean coast. Silmiya told CNN that "most of the casualties are women and children," including many students who were at the cafe for internet access. He also said the hospital was short of ICU beds and anesthetics to treat the casualties. The death toll increased Monday night after some people died from their injuries. "We are treating the injured on the hospital floor as no rooms and hospital beds are available," the hospital director added. Among those killed was a freelance journalist, Ismail Abu Hatab, according to other journalists at the scene. The Hamas-controlled Government Media Office said his death brought to 228 the number of journalists killed by Israeli military action in Gaza since October 2023. News of the strike comes as Israeli leaders debate how to proceed with the war in Gaza ahead of an expected meeting between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump on July 7. A source familiar with the discussions told CNN Israel had yet to reach a policy decision after two consecutive days of meetings between Netanyahu and his most senior advisers and ministers. However, the source said Netanyahu is interested in a ceasefire deal. Trump has openly pushed for an end to the war in Gaza, saying on Friday a ceasefire will be agreed to "within a week." The small group of Israel's most senior government officials includes far-right ministers like Itamar Ben Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, who have both loudly advocated for an intensification of the bombardment of Gaza, and other officials like Aryeh Deri, who favor a comprehensive hostage deal that would bring about the end of the war. Ben Gvir, head of the Jewish Power party, insisted that a "decisive move" must be made in Gaza and expressed frustration that Israel was wasting time and opportunities with each passing day, the source said. Netanyahu is trying to reach a decision before his trip to Washington, DC, to meet Trump, the source said, adding that they may have to come to a decision this week. On Sunday, Netanyahu said "many opportunities have opened up" following Israel's military operations in Iran, including the possibility of bringing home the remaining hostages held in Gaza. CNN's Tim Lister and Dana Karni contributed to this report. This story has been updated with additional developments. For more CNN news and newsletters create an account atCNN.com

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Israeli strike on cafe near Gaza City port kills dozens, hospital official says

Israeli strike on cafe near Gaza City port kills dozens, hospital official says More than 40 people have been killed in an Israeli airstrike...

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