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Scotsman
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
I saw Alice Cooper at Edinburgh Playhouse and more artists should follow his lead
It had been 20 years since Alice Cooper last played Edinburgh and he returned to the Playhouse stage with all the theatrics you'd expect from the shock rocker. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... At 77, there has been no let up for the engaging Cooper who led a revolving cast of characters through a theatrical, near two-hour, set that took fans through his more than 50 year career. The set was an example of how Cooper has often been at the forefront of the genres that he straddles. There were the hard rock of 70s numbers like Schools Out and Eighteen, before a venture through the extremely 80s glam metal of Poison and Bed of Nails. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Each of the songs was a perfect example of an artist who has aged like a fine wine. Cooper sounds as good as he has ever done, something that cannot be said for some of his peers. He moves about the stage as well as he did during his 70s heyday. And the sheer campiness of a Cooper show is as brilliant as always. I first saw Cooper 20 years ago at Glasgow's SECC, a cavernous shed that never felt like the right venue for any artist - never mind one that has a show that feels right at home in a place like the Playhouse. Cooper is pure theatre. The show is vaudevillian and pantomime in its execution, of which there are many executions. It is one of the few gigs you will attend where those in the front row are likely to get just a spot of fake blood on them from one of the show's numerous death scenes. Alice Cooper took to the Edinburgh Playhouse stage for the first time in 20 years | NW But it is not all style over substance, Cooper's band is one of the best in the business. His long-term band consisting of Ryan Roxie (guitar), Chuck Garric (Bass), Tommy Henrickson (guitar), Glen Sobel (drums) and Nita Strauss (guitar) was in fine form. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad There was, of course, an emotional nod to fellow legendary rocker Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away aged 76 on Tuesday, 22 July. Cooper led the crowd in a chant of the Black Sabbath frontman's name at the end of the set. This felt like the perfect venue for Cooper. He could, and did, pack out the Hydro and give a good show - but it feels like more artists should embrace rooms like the Playhouse. And one that once played host to acts like this regularly - my dad who joined me was keen to remind me that he'd seen The Who and The Jam on that very stage. It had been two decades since Cooper last appeared at the Playhouse, here's hoping he doesn't leave it as long next time.
Perth Now
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Ashley Roberts thinks 'it'd be a shame' if Pussycat Dolls never reunited
Ashley Roberts is still holding out hopes for a Pussycat Dolls reunion. The Don't Cha hitmakers - which also included Nicole Scherzinger, Kimberley Wyatt, Carmit Bachar, Jessica Sutta and Melody Thornton - were set to reunite in 2020 after almost a decade apart, but the COVID-19 pandemic scuppered their plans. She told the We Need To Talk podcast: "We were ready to go, and Ms. Rona [Coronavirus] shut it down. "[And] there's legal stuff that was involved, so I can't actually speak about that. Unfortunately, legal stuff started happening and it wasn't able to get figured out. "But I mean, you never know, like honestly, because I didn't think we'd get back out there the time that we did. So it'd be a shame not to." The AGE-year-old singer and dancer admitted she wishes she'd have been able to take on a greater role in the group, where Nicole was positioned as the frontwoman of sorts. She said: "There was a structure to the group that we knew about. The structure was that Nicole was the lead singer... it was what it was. "Do I wish it was a bit more expansive? Yes. But also I was getting to live out my dreams. I don't want to sit here and bash and speak negatively about it." In November last year, Nicole and Pussycat Dolls founder Robin Antin "reached a settlement in principle" after a three-year legal battle of the cancelled reunion. The Poison singer was sued by Robin in September 2021 for allegedly refusing to take part in the comeback shows without full creative control and a 75 percent profit share. Her legal team branded the case "meritless", claiming she had simply asked to renegotiate her contract after the delay due to the pandemic. Later that month, Nicole announced the tour had been scrapped entirely, and in August 2022 she filed a cross complaint accusing the choreographer of mismanagement and misappropriating funds. Late last year, the New York Post newspaper's Page Six column reports the pair jointly filed documents in court in Los Angeles on Friday (01.11.24), which stated both 'parties have reached a settlement in principle, subject to the execution of certain written agreements.' The notice didn't disclose the terms of the agreement, but it meant a jury trial that had been scheduled for the following month was cancelled and replaced by a hearing on 28 July, 2025, to officially dismiss the case.
USA Today
14-07-2025
- Health
- USA Today
Young kids, babies are getting into nicotine pouches. What parents should know.
Poison control centers are sounding the alarm on nicotine pouches as cases of young children accidentally ingesting them surge around the country. The warning comes amid new research showing calls that involved children under 6 increased by 763% from 2020 to 2023, according to the study published July 14 in the journal Pediatrics. The steep increase in calls to poison control centers is partly due to the rising popularity of nicotine pouches, said Natalie Rine, study co-author and director of the Central Ohio Poison Center. Children were also home more during this period as the pandemic prompted stay-at-home orders, which gave them more access to nicotine products stored in the house. 'The popularity of these products started in 2019,' she said. 'There was a large increase in sales between 2019 and 2022… and we started getting calls more frequently.' Nicotine pouches, sometimes referred to as "lip pillow" or "upper decker," are small microfiber pouches containing nicotine powder. Here's what parents should know about keeping their kids safe from nicotine pouches. 'Nicotine hiccups': What are they and why do they happen? How is nicotine dangerous to kids? Nicotine pouches were 1.5 times more likely to be associated with a serious medical outcome and twice as likely to be associated with a medical admission compared to any other nicotine product included in the study, such as cigarettes or liquid nicotine. Nicotine is a highly toxic substance to young children, especially in a concentrated form like a nicotine pouch, according to Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. FDA seeks to limit nicotine in cigarettes, most cigars. Vapes and Zyn are excluded. After ingestion, some minor symptoms can include nausea and vomiting, Rine said. But as the dose increases, children can experience high blood pressure and a fast heart rate, which can escalate to seizures and respiratory failure. Among the 135,000 calls made to poison control centers between 2010 and 2023, study authors found that nicotine was linked to two deaths in children under 6. How to prevent an emergency The best way to prevent a child from ingesting a nicotine pouch is to keep products out of the house, Rine said. If parents or guardians choose to keep nicotine products at home, she recommends they take the following precautions: What to do if your kid swallows a nicotine pouch If a child is experiencing a medical emergency, Rine urges parents to call 911. If they're showing mild symptoms, she recommends calling the national Poison Help Line to access free, confidential expert advice from specially trained nurses and pharmacists. 'We're always there to help talk you through what symptoms you're seeing with the child, based on the history that's given,' Rine said. She warns against trying to induce vomiting, as that can lead to a secondary problem if fluid enters the lungs. 'Inducing vomiting is one of the bigger misconceptions that's out there,' Rine said. 'More often than not, you have the potential to cause more of a problem than what you're already dealing with.' Adrianna Rodriguez can be reached at adrodriguez@
Irish Post
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Post
Shaw's wit hits a high note at the opera
A UNIQUE day of opera and drama awaits fans of playwright George Bernard Shaw in west London. This weekend sees Pegasus Opera Company and Hagemann Rosenthal Associates present special film screenings of two operatic adaptations of Shaw's one-act plays — The Six of Calais and Passion, Poison, and Petrifaction . The event on July 13, is presented in partnership with the George Bernard Shaw Society UK and features a full day of screenings, talks and panel discussions. Both operas were composed by Philip Hagemann, with librettos adapted by the composer himself. Two plays by George Bernard Shaw featurre in the event The Pegasus Opera Company's past productions will be shown on screen, showcasing not only Shaw's razor-sharp dialogue but also the company's commitment to musical excellence and diversity. The first opera, The Six of Calais , was inspired by the 14th-century Siege of Calais during the Hundred Years' War, and by Auguste Rodin's famous sculpture The Burghers of Calais . Shaw wrote the play in 1934, turning the story of self-sacrifice and royal mercy into a characteristically witty commentary on power and humanity. In Hagemann's hands, the tale becomes a stirring operatic piece. The second screening, Passion, Poison, and Petrifaction , is a comic melodrama involving murder, desire and dark hilarity. Shaw originally subtitled it 'A Disregardful Comedy,' and the opera version lives up to that tone with gleeful abandon. The production features a standout cast including Pegasus Opera's artistic director and soprano Alison Buchanan. Born in Dublin in 1856, George Bernard Shaw remains one of Ireland's greatest literary figures, with more than 60 plays to his name, including Man and Superman , Saint Joan , and Pygmalion . His influence on theatre, politics and public discourse extended across decades, and in 1925 he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature. The event will include a full programme of activity. A scene from Pegasus Opera's The Six of Calais Highlights include a talk from Murray Rosenthal, producer and co-founder of Hagemann Rosenthal Associates, on how the operas came to life; reflections on setting Shaw to music from singer Bernadine Pritchett; and a presentation from Pegasus Opera's Sonia Hymans and Alison Buchanan on the company's history and mission. After the screenings, a special panel discussion will be held on Shaw's classic Arms and the Man , with contributions from director John Goodrum of Rumpus Theatre Company and Maureen Clark Darby, chair of the Shaw Society. The discussion also marks two major anniversaries: 100 years since Shaw received the Nobel Prize, and 75 since his death. Founded in Brixton, Pegasus Opera Company champions artists of African and Asian heritage, and promotes opera in underserved communities. For over 30 years it has embodied the motto 'Harmony in Diversity'. The George Bernard Shaw Society, meanwhile, has been celebrating Shaw's life and work since 1941, offering events, talks, publications and performances dedicated to his legacy. The event takes place at the Irish Cultural Centre, 5 Black's Road, Hammersmith, London W6 9DT on Sunday, July 13 from 2pm. Tickets are free although a donation of £10 is suggested. Anyone who hopes to attend must register here. Further info: and
Perth Now
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Nicole Scherzinger: A new Pussycat Dolls would look like Lizzo, Demi Lovato and Billie Eilish
Nicole Scherzinger thinks the Pussycat Dolls would "look like Lizzo, Demi Lovato [and] Billie Eilish" if they were put together now. The Poison hitmaker shot to fame as a member of the girl group and while they were known for their rauncy image, she thinks the idea of what is "sexy" now has changed a lot in recent times. She told Billboard magazine: 'When I was thinking of the Pussycat Dolls — and I'm so proud of the Pussycat Dolls — I'm thinking about, 'What would the Pussycat Dolls look like today?' "The Pussycat Dolls would look like Lizzo; like Demi Lovato; like Billie Eilish. It's unconventional. It's not what you would think. For me, that's so important. "Ten years ago, 20 years ago, being sexy was about being sexy for someone else. Now being sexy is about feeling sexy in your own skin, feeling strong about owning, embracing and loving and accepting yourself. It's called evolution. "It's called times are a'changin'. It's about inclusivity. It's about accepting yourself and not trying to conform and be put in a box.' Nicole is a mentor and judge on new talent show Building the Band and she was keen to "bring out the best" in the contestants. She said: 'I want to see the best in people. How can I bring out the best in you, as a human and as an artist? Find the strengths and focus on the strengths. How can we encourage, how can we empower? And that's what we should do for anyone. "Not only in Building the Band, but in life.' The "social experiment" follows young singers from across the globe who form groups without having met in real life, only coming together in person for their debut performance and Nicole was excited by the concept. She said: 'It was solely based off of music compatibility and chemistry and connection. Sight unseen... 'I love doing things that break all the rules. It doesn't get any more real than having a band put themselves together without any record execs or labels telling them what they have to do, what they have to look like. That doesn't work anymore. That's the old formula.'
