::THE SLICE REPORT WITH MONA AUSTIN

  By Mona Austin The recent protest inside Cities Church in Minnesota has exposed a racially polarized response in the nation. America has not demonstrated equal energy, empathy or interest when Black churches have been disrupted or parishioners have been killed. This incongruent outrage reveals how religious freedom and other aspects of the First Amendment is extended to various groups may be inadequate. On Jan. 18, protestesters loudly entered a service at Cities Curch with thier hands and voices raised. They shouted about the shamefulness of a place of worship condoning the ICE occupation in the area. Such action in pr3diminantly wgute houses of wotship is unprecedented. Black churches have been the primary targets of racial terror , yet the public response to those attacks has rarely matched the intensity now seen when a predominantly white church experiences disruption . For more than two centuries, Black churches have endured bombings, arson, raids, and intimidation—fro...

  ADAM LAMBERT, BILLY PORTER, CHARLIE PUTH, FOO FIGHTERS, JENNIFER HUDSON, JOHN LEGEND, KESHA, LAUFEY, MAGGIE ROGERS, TAYLOR MOMSEN, AND TEDDY SWIMS AMONG ARTISTS SLATED TO PERFORM AT TRIBUTE CONCERT, WITH A SPECIAL DJ SET BY JERMAINE DUPRI SANTA MONICA, CALIF.  — Grammy ®  Award-winning artists Billy Porter, Foo Fighters, Jennifer Hudson, John Legend, and Laufey, along with Grammy-nominated artists Adam Lambert, Charlie Puth, Kesha, Maggie Rogers, and Teddy Swims, as well as record-breaking frontwoman Taylor Momsen of The Pretty Reckless, will perform at the 2026 MusiCares ®  Person of the Year benefit gala honoring Mariah Carey — music icon, five-time Grammy Award winner and a recipient of the Recording Academy Global Impact Award in 2024. The evening will open with a special curated DJ set by Grammy Award winner Jermaine Dupri. The event will be held at the Los Angeles Convention Center on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026, celebrating Carey’s storied career and philanthropic...

  Al Pacino remains unattached despite swirling rumors that he secretly tied the knot. Page Six can confirm exclusively that the legendary “Godfather” star, now 85, is not married. Speculation began after Pacino was spotted wearing a gold band on his wedding finger, prompting fans to wonder if he had finally walked down the aisle. His representative quickly set the record straight, telling us on Saturday: “Al is not married.” The Oscar winner fueled the chatter when he appeared at the premiere of Leonardo DiCaprio’s latest blockbuster, One Battle After Another , on Thursday, where the ring caught the attention of eagle‑eyed attendees. 📌 Pacino’s Relationship History Although Pacino has never wed, his personal life has been filled with notable romances: Diane Keaton – His Godfather co‑star, with whom he had a long, on‑again, off‑again relationship. Beverly D’Angelo – Actress and mother of his twins, Anton and Olivia. Jill Clayburgh – Acclaimed actress he dated in the 1970s. Tue...

 

  Ms. Lauryn Hill will perform in honor of the late D’Angelo and Roberta Flack Reba McEntire will be joined by Brandy Clark and Lukas Nelson to pay tribute to those we’ve recently lost in the creative community, featuring just some of the musical icons who have passed away this year. A special tribute to Ozzy Osbourne will feature Post Malone, Andrew Watt, Chad Smith, Duff McKagan and Slash. Previously announced performers for THE 68 TH  ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS include Addison Rae, Alex Warren, Clipse, Justin Bieber, KATSEYE, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, Olivia Dean, Pharrell Williams, Sabrina Carpenter, SOMBR, and The Marías. Additional performers will be announced in the coming days.

  President Donald J. Trump  announced  his nomination of Kevin Warsh to serve as Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.  Mr. Warsh is exceptionally well-prepared to lead the world’s most influential central bank, with a distinguished background including degrees from Stanford University and Harvard Law School, prior roles as a Morgan Stanley executive and top economic advisor to the Bush Administration, and service as the youngest-ever Federal Reserve Governor — where he helped steer the institution through the 2008 financial crisis.   The nomination has drawn widespread praise from lawmakers, business leaders, financial experts, and industry voices across the spectrum:   Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Chairman Tim Scott : “The Federal Reserve’s decisions touch every American household, from mortgage rates to retirement savings, and President Trump has been clear that bringing accountability and credibili...