American singer-songwriter | Grammy-winning country-pop artist
The State Department has said it will revoke B‑1 and B‑2 business and tourist visas issued between 2016 and 2026 for people who have sought or are seeking asylum. The action, coordinated with DHS and described as rolling, would reclassify many pending asylum holders and would not necessarily cause immediate deportations; officials expect legal challenges.
Kacey Musgraves has used her 38th birthday performance in Chicago to urge donations to the Young Center for Immigrant Children’s Rights. Her appeal, made during the Middle of Nowhere tour opening night, is described as non-political and aims to aid children separated from their families. The moment has drawn mixed reactions online.
Dolly Parton has died after a brief cancer battle, prompting tributes from peers and fans around the world. The Queen of Country leaves a legacy of hit songs, philanthropy, and a cross-genre influence that shaped music and culture.
Dolly Parton has died at 80. Despite never claiming the feminist label, her fans and contemporaries cite her life, lyrics, and actions as a form of feminism. The piece weaves remarks from Gloria Steinem, writers like Lynn Melnick, and moments from the Newport Folk Festival to show how Parton’s independence and relatability shaped a lasting feminist influence, even without a formal label.