{"version":"https:\/\/jsonfeed.org\/version\/1","title":"K104 - TRENDING","home_page_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/","feed_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/json","items":[{"id":"o1023-1505-6a22df4fb616d","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/my-childhood-on-the-big-screen\/","title":"MY CHILDHOOD ON THE BIG SCREEN","date_published":"2026-06-05T14:38:07+00:00","summary":"By the power of Grayskull!","content_html":"<p><span style=\"font-size:24px;\">I have very vivid memories of my favorite toy growing up. I had my own Castle Grayskull fully equipped with its own trap door. He-Man and the Masters of the Universe with Skeletor, The Sorceress, Man At Arms, Beastman etc were all the things I watched at home after school. And now He-Man comes to the big screen LIVE ACTION this weekend. They tried it once before with Dolph Lundgren but I am hoping this version is much better. Two of my three childhool faves have now made it to the big screen. He-Man, Transformers and the next up next year...VOLTRON!<\/span><\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/6a22ddec73b72.jpg","author":{"name":"Skywalker"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/85248"},{"id":"o1023-1505-6a1728be8c6d2","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/blood-emergency-declared-in-new-york-donors-needed-now\/","title":"Blood Emergency Declared in New York: Donors Needed Now","date_published":"2026-05-27T17:24:00+00:00","summary":"Donors needed.","content_html":"<p data-end=\"248\" data-start=\"81\">A blood emergency has been declared across New York as hospitals face critically low blood supplies heading into one of the busiest times of the year for trauma cases.<\/p>\n\n<p data-end=\"507\" data-start=\"250\">According to officials with the New York Blood Center and New Jersey Blood Services, the region&rsquo;s blood inventory has dropped to less than a two-day supply overall, while Type O blood is now sitting at less than a one-day supply.<\/p>\n\n<p data-end=\"568\" data-start=\"509\">Healthcare leaders say all blood types are urgently needed.<\/p>\n\n<p data-end=\"788\" data-start=\"570\">The shortage is being blamed in part on a sharp decline in donations. Blood centers report donations are down by 15 percent, which translates to roughly 4,500 fewer donations than hospitals need to keep up with demand.<\/p>\n\n<p data-end=\"819\" data-start=\"790\">The timing couldn&rsquo;t be worse.<\/p>\n\n<p data-end=\"1093\" data-start=\"821\">Summer is often referred to as &ldquo;trauma season&rdquo; by medical professionals because of the increase in serious accidents and injuries. Car crashes, outdoor accidents, and other emergencies during the warmer months often require large amounts of blood for lifesaving treatment.<\/p>\n\n<p data-end=\"1203\" data-start=\"1095\">Officials are now calling on eligible donors to step up immediately to help prevent delays in critical care.<\/p>\n\n<p data-end=\"1349\" data-start=\"1205\">One blood donation can help save multiple lives, and centers say even a small increase in donor turnout could make a major difference right now.<\/p>\n\n<p data-end=\"1526\" data-start=\"1351\">If you&rsquo;ve been considering donating, this is the time. Blood centers throughout New York and New Jersey are encouraging people to schedule appointments or walk in if eligible.<\/p>\n\n<p data-end=\"1673\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\" data-start=\"1528\">For more information or to find a donation center near you, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nybc.org?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">New York Blood Center<\/a>.<\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/6a172b90ea97b.jpg","author":{"name":"smac"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/85137"},{"id":"o1023-1505-6a10e7052a7f7","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/rob-base-has-passed-away\/","title":"ROB BASE has passed away","date_published":"2026-05-22T23:30:00+00:00","summary":"Hip-Hop legend Rob Base passes away...","content_html":"<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">Rest in peace to the legendary Rob Base!<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">We were honored to have him with us back in 2022 at K104&rsquo;s I Love 90s Show at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/HeritageFinancialParkHVR?__cft__[0]=AZbnsOcsU4NcxWtUtB31Ed3jYklhHQaBX5B9QH_d9y29Y3EcACeKZpApXjy9ZVgh3GRe2kDJ519a4pT5xKop7HCvAjS6_zzmhGLNblI5Je2dC1lNi0e_YQ7p9WN6AYeDqdoiyuDEKPlMCyT7otxX9bjMmJ0pISHdjnhWxOYV0FSNbclwTzvdJV9w8YGDcXJ5oIw&amp;__tn__=-]K-R\" role=\"link\" tabindex=\"0\">Heritage Financial Park<\/a>. Thank you for the music, memories and the energy that brought generations together. You&rsquo;ll always have the crowd rocking!<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">From the Rob Base Instagram page:<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">&quot;Today, we share the heartbreaking news that hip hop legend Rob Base passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026, surrounded by family after a private battle with cancer. \ud83d\udc94<br \/>\n<br \/>\nRob&rsquo;s music, energy, and legacy helped shape a generation and brought joy to millions around the world. Beyond the stage, he was a loving father, family man, friend, and creative force whose impact will never be forgotten.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nThank you for the music, the memories, and the moments that became the soundtrack to our lives.&quot;<br \/>\n<br \/>\nRest in Paradise, Rob Base.<br \/>\nMay 18, 1967 &ndash; May 22, 2026<\/span><\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/6a182f53b5840.jpg","author":{"name":"Paulie Feva"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/85074"},{"id":"o1023-1505-6a0ccfbc51801","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/jonas-brothers-launch-new-podcast-hey-jonas\/","title":"Jonas Brothers launch new podcast, 'Hey Jonas!'","date_published":"2026-05-19T21:01:00+00:00","summary":"Hey Jonas!","content_html":"<p data-end=\"212\" data-start=\"0\">The podcast craze has officially reached the Jonas family. The Jonas Brothers have debuted a brand-new podcast called <em data-end=\"153\" data-start=\"141\">Hey Jonas!<\/em>, now streaming on YouTube and all major podcast platforms.<\/p>\n\n<p data-end=\"386\" data-start=\"214\">Fans can already check out a short 13-minute preview episode, while the first full installment is set to premiere Wednesday, according to the group&rsquo;s official announcement.<\/p>\n\n<p data-end=\"838\" data-start=\"388\">The podcast promises a behind-the-scenes look at life as brothers, bandmates and entertainers, featuring candid conversations about touring, family life and personal stories fans don&rsquo;t usually get to hear. Alongside Nick Jonas, Joe Jonas and Kevin Jonas, listeners can expect appearances from relatives, friends and other familiar faces from the brothers&rsquo; inner circle.<\/p>\n\n<p data-end=\"1011\" data-start=\"840\">The show also adds an interactive twist. Fans can call 1-844-395-6627 (1-84-HEY-JONAS) to leave questions for the brothers, which could be answered during future episodes.<\/p>\n\n<p data-end=\"1261\" data-start=\"1013\">The podcast launch comes as the trio prepares for a Las Vegas residency at Dolby Live inside Park MGM. Their run of performances begins Wednesday and continues through the weekend before they return to the road in August.<\/p>\n\n<p data-end=\"1408\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\" data-start=\"1263\">Meanwhile, Nick Jonas is also gearing up for the release of his upcoming film, Power Ballad, which hits theaters June 4.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"left: 0; width: 100%; height: 0; position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%;\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AAx2Rwpw0h4?rel=0\" style=\"top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; position: absolute; border: 0;\" allowfullscreen scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin\"><\/iframe><\/div>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/6a0ccfe8ee4b8.jpg","author":{"name":"smac"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/85012"},{"id":"o1023-1505-6a0b86c93ee27","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/theres-a-fast-and-furious-tv-show-in-the-works\/","title":"There's a \"Fast & Furious\" TV Show in the Works","date_published":"2026-05-18T21:38:17+00:00","summary":"Vin Diesel's announcement","content_html":"<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">NBC Universal held its upfront presentation, which included the unveiling of its fall schedule, and several announcements about upcoming Peacock projects . . . including a series based in the&nbsp;<i><strong>&quot;Fast &amp; Furious&quot;<\/strong><\/i>&nbsp;universe for Peacock.&nbsp;<strong>Vin Diesel<\/strong>&nbsp;made the announcement.&nbsp; He actually said there are FOUR shows in the works . . . but NBC would only cop to having one in development.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">Also brewing at Peacock:&nbsp;&nbsp;<i><strong>&quot;Crystal Lake&quot;<\/strong><\/i>, the&nbsp;<i><strong>&quot;Friday the 13th&quot;<\/strong><\/i>&nbsp;prequel series starring&nbsp;<strong>Linda Cardellini<\/strong>, premieres on October 15th.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">The crime thriller&nbsp;<i><strong>&quot;The Good Daughter&quot;<\/strong><\/i>, starring&nbsp;<strong>Rose Byrne<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Meghann Fahy<\/strong>, and&nbsp;<strong>Brendan Gleeson<\/strong>, drops on November 12th.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\"><i><strong>&quot;Dig&quot;<\/strong><\/i>, an archaeological comedy starring&nbsp;<strong>Amy Poehler<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Hugh Laurie<\/strong>, also hits Peacock in November . . . and the&nbsp;<i><strong>&quot;Office&quot;<\/strong><\/i>&nbsp;spinoff&nbsp;<i><strong>&quot;The Paper&quot;<\/strong><\/i>&nbsp;kicks off its second season in September.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">New shows on the NBC schedule this fall include the comedy&nbsp;<i><strong>&quot;Newlyweds&quot;<\/strong><\/i>, starring real-life spouses&nbsp;<strong>Tea Leoni<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Tim Daly<\/strong>, with&nbsp;<strong>Jamie Lee Curtis<\/strong>&nbsp;as a recurring guest star . . .&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">And a law enforcement drama starring&nbsp;<strong>Peter Krause<\/strong>&nbsp;called&nbsp;<i><strong>&quot;Line of Fire&quot;<\/strong><\/i>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">FALL lineup is shaping up real good so far.<\/span><\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/6a0b85d41084b.jpg","author":{"name":"Paulie Feva"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84987"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69fac931a7e44","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/cereal-box-toys-may-be-making-a-comeback\/","title":"Cereal Box Toys May Be Making a Comeback","date_published":"2026-05-06T04:53:05+00:00","summary":"Cereal toys coming back???","content_html":"<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">Gen X:&nbsp;A big sensation from your childhood is making a comeback. For the first time in more than a DECADE, Kellogg&#39;s is bringing back cereal box toys.&nbsp; The first batch is already in stores.&nbsp; For now, it sounds like it&#39;s just a limited time thing, tied to the upcoming movie&nbsp;<i><strong>&quot;Toy Story 5&quot;<\/strong><\/i>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">Kellogg&#39;s is bringing back toys inside cereal boxes.&nbsp; The first run is already in stores, so you may have noticed them if you&#39;ve been down the cereal aisle this week.&nbsp; Or have kids who PLOW through cereal. It&#39;s a nostalgia thing, but it&#39;s also tied to the upcoming movie,&nbsp;<i><strong>&quot;Toy Story 5&quot;<\/strong><\/i>, which hits theaters next month.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">The toys are in special boxes of a LOT of cereals . . . including Froot Loops, Frosted Flakes, Corn Pops, Apple Jacks, Frosted Mini-Wheats, Rice Krispies, Corn Flakes, and Cocoa Krispies. &nbsp;There are&nbsp;<i>&quot;Toy Story&quot;<\/i>&nbsp;figures . . . along with collectible spoons, trading cards, and movie ticket promotions. This is the first time Kellogg&#39;s has put toys in cereal in more than a decade . . . and for now, it sounds like it&#39;s just a limited time thing, but who knows.&nbsp; If it&#39;s a big success, maybe they&#39;ll keep it going.<\/span><\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/69fac85bc0215.jpg","author":{"name":"Paulie Feva"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84823"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69f918f0c7b6d","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/olivia-rodrigo-announces-world-tour\/","title":"Olivia Rodrigo Announces World Tour","date_published":"2026-05-04T22:08:00+00:00","summary":"Olivia Rodrigo Announces World Tour","content_html":"<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">Olivia Rodrigo announces &quot;The Unraveled Tour,&quot; a 60-plus-date world tour in support of her upcoming album.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">The tour will kick off in North America in September and run through February 2027, with multiple-night stops in major cities.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">Wolf Alice, Devon Again, The Last Dinner Party, Grace Ives, and Die Spitz will serve as support acts on the tour.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">Ticket sales will include an Amex pre-sale, O2 presale, and a public on-sale date in May.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">Rodrigo will offer Silver Star Tickets for $20, available in pairs with seat locations revealed at the venue box office on the day of the show.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p><font face=\"Aptos, sans-serif\"><span style=\"font-size: 20px;\">OH AND P.S. WE HAVE THE HOOKUP FOR TICKETS TO 2 OF HER SHOWS AT THE BARCLAYS -- SHHHHH ;)<\/span><\/font><\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/69f91815dfced.jpg","author":{"name":"Paulie Feva"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84802"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69eaf039463d1","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/10-outdated-wedding-traditions\/","title":"10 Outdated Wedding Traditions","date_published":"2026-04-24T04:23:21+00:00","summary":"Wedding traditions changing...","content_html":"<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">Weddings have really changed over time.&nbsp; Nowadays they&#39;re less about tradition and more about fun. &nbsp;It seems like couples are focusing more on what is personal to them. Which means throwing away what doesn&#39;t work. Weddings are now having more of a &quot;nightclub&quot; feel to them.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">Here are 10 wedding traditions that are outdated:<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">1.&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>No black at weddings<\/strong>. &nbsp;This used to be reserved for funerals only.&nbsp; But now black is considered chic.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">2.&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>The bride&#39;s family pays for everything<\/strong>. &nbsp;These days, everyone chips in.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">3.&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>You have to bring a gift to the wedding<\/strong>. &nbsp;Most couples want gifts sent ahead.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">4.&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>If it&#39;s your second wedding, it should be small<\/strong>. &nbsp;Who said that?&nbsp; Maybe it should be bigger than the first.&nbsp; Go wild.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">5.&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>Asking for money is rude<\/strong>. &nbsp;Now it&#39;s common to send cash or help fund their honeymoon.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">6.&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>The bridesmaids must match<\/strong>. &nbsp;Boring!<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">7.&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>Wedding parties must be split by gender<\/strong>. &nbsp;Not anymore.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">8.&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>Everyone gets a plus one.<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;People are more selective now because everything is so expensive . . . and they might not let you bring your kids either.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">9.&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>The bouquet toss is mandatory.<\/strong>&nbsp; Here&#39;s the best part about bucking tradition:&nbsp; Nothing is mandatory anymore!&nbsp; You do you.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">10.&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>The dress has to be white<\/strong>. &nbsp;Wear whatever color you want.&nbsp; It&#39;s your day.<\/span><\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/69eaef22e586f.jpg","author":{"name":"Paulie Feva"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84684"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69e14e6b07275","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/ariana-grande-stars-in-new-focker-in-law-trailer\/","title":"Ariana Grande Stars in New Focker-In-Law Trailer ","date_published":"2026-04-16T21:02:35+00:00","summary":"The Fockers & Ariana Grande","content_html":"<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">The trailer for &quot;Focker-In-Law&quot; has been released, marking the return of the beloved comedy series with a new twist on family dynamics.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">The film introduces singer-actor Ariana Grande as the fiancee of Greg&#39;s son, who must prove herself as the ideal partner, promising laughs and family antics.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">Original cast members like Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller, Owen Wilson, Blythe Danner, and Teri Polo will reprise their roles, while new faces like Skyler Gisondo and Beanie Feldstein join the ensemble.&nbsp;Stiller and De Niro joked about the long gap between movies, with Stiller humorously claiming to be the new De Niro of the franchise, to which De Niro responded playfully.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">De Niro praised Ariana Grande&#39;s accomplishments, jokingly comparing them to Stiller&#39;s and adding humor to the discussion about the upcoming film&#39;s release in November 2026.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<div style=\"left: 0; width: 100%; height: 0; position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%;\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vyISuWUWcFs?rel=0\" style=\"top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; position: absolute; border: 0;\" allowfullscreen scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin\"><\/iframe><\/div>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/69e14c524ee55.jpg","author":{"name":"Paulie Feva"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84597"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69df912783aa7","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/29-of-americans-procrastinated-on-filing-their-taxes-this-year\/","title":"29% of Americans Procrastinated on Filing Their Taxes This Year","date_published":"2026-04-15T13:22:47+00:00","summary":" Taxes ","content_html":"<p>Today is&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nationaltoday.com\/tax-day\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Tax Day<\/a>, which is probably either meaningless, annoying, or stressful to you.&nbsp; If you&#39;re in the last group, you&#39;re not alone.<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>According to a survey that was conducted at the start of 2026, 29% of Americans said they&#39;d probably procrastinate on filing their taxes this year . . . and even more admitted to putting things off LAST year too.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>Back then, 15% of Americans thought they&#39;d be done by January . . . 38% said they were hoping they could get it taken care of in February . . . 26% said March was the best bet . . . and 18% said they expected to wait until April.<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>And even then, 3% of people said they&#39;d probably file for an extension, which pushes the deadline back to October 15th.<\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/67fd77a94ec17.jpg","author":{"name":"Woodman"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84567"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69df90e2626e9","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/is-you-the-birthday-the-new-6-7\/","title":"Is \"You the Birthday\" the New \"6-7\"?","date_published":"2026-04-15T13:21:38+00:00","summary":"\"You the Birthday","content_html":"<p>Have you seen the new viral phrase &quot;you the birthday&quot; popping up in TikTok videos?&nbsp;The phrase can be either an insult or a compliment, depending on the context.&nbsp; So, someone who&#39;s trying too hard, expecting birthday-like attention . . . OR someone who lights up a room, and brings all the energy and joy of a birthday celebration.<\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/6616f96419f47.jpg","author":{"name":"Woodman"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84566"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69d813217660c","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/madonna-wants-britney-spears-for-her-new-album\/","title":"Madonna Wants Britney Spears For Her New Album ","date_published":"2026-04-09T20:59:00+00:00","summary":"Britney & Madonna collab","content_html":"<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">Britney Spears &amp; Madonna are about to make us feel like it&#39;s 2003 again!<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">Madonna is keen to get Britney Spears on her new album, believing Britney is not just a brilliant artist but a lovely person.&nbsp;Madonna has a special bond with Britney, having shared an infamous kiss during their 2003 MTV VMAs performance and collaborating on Britney&#39;s 2003 hit &quot;Me Against the Music.&quot;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">Britney sees Madonna as a mentor and praised her for offering guidance during a difficult time in her life, including initiating her into Kabbalah.&nbsp;Britney recalled Madonna&#39;s confidence and strength, which helped her see her situation with fresh eyes and provided her with much-needed guidance.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">Spears&nbsp;revealed that Madonna tried to initiate her into Kabbalah and gave her a trunk full of Zohar books to pray with, emphasizing the importance of taking time out for her soul.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">If it means Britney can stop making those homemade dancing videos then I&#39;m all for it....maybe we can get Christina to be a part of the album too - then they can recreate the infamous MTV &quot;moment&quot;&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/69d80f6a2788e.jpg","author":{"name":"Paulie Feva"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84500"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69d65e2cac936","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/living-in-outer-space-could-create-a-new-human-species\/","title":"Living in Outer Space Could Create a New Human Species","date_published":"2026-04-08T13:54:52+00:00","summary":"ALIENS","content_html":"<p>When&nbsp;<strong>Neil Armstrong<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Buzz Aldrin<\/strong>&nbsp;first stepped on the Moon, it changed history. &nbsp;Now, NASA is aiming even bigger.<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>The Artemis program plans to build a Moon base by the 2030s.&nbsp; And they want to use things like lunar soil and frozen water to support long-term life.<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>But here&#39;s where it gets wild. &nbsp;Living in space changes us.<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>Astronaut&nbsp;<strong>Scott Kelly&nbsp;<\/strong>lived in space for almost a year.&nbsp; And when he came back, he showed major biological shifts . . . even changes to his genes. &nbsp;On top of that, there&#39;s higher levels of radiation on the Moon, which we could pass down to future generations.<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>Over time, humans could evolve differently . . . just like animals on isolated islands.&nbsp; And eventually, those differences could be big enough to create an entirely new human species.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/65a147ed9c2c3.jpg","author":{"name":"Woodman"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84471"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69d65def6a289","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/doritos-are-now-too-expensive-for-walmart\/","title":"Doritos Are Now Too Expensive . . . for Walmart?","date_published":"2026-04-08T13:53:51+00:00","summary":"Chips to High","content_html":"<p>&nbsp;Is this a victory?&nbsp; Walmart is slashing shelf space for Doritos and other brands that have become too expensive, because people aren&#39;t buying them as much anymore.&nbsp; Instead, they&#39;re stocking cheaper options.<\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/6797a53d6c6cd.jpg","author":{"name":"Woodman"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84470"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69d644e109ee2","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/50-cent-steps-back-in-the-spotlight-with-new-docuseries\/","title":"50 Cent Steps Back in the Spotlight With New Docuseries","date_published":"2026-04-08T12:06:00+00:00","summary":"50 coming to HULU","content_html":"<p>Hip-hop mogul, entrepreneur, and cultural powerhouse 50 Cent is ready to tell his story like never before&mdash;and this time, he&rsquo;s not just behind the scenes.<\/p>\n\n<p>After producing Netflix&rsquo;s buzzworthy Diddy series <em>&ldquo;Sean Combs: The Reckoning,&rdquo;<\/em> 50 is flipping the script and stepping directly in front of the camera for a brand-new, three-part documentary project headed to Hulu. And if you&rsquo;ve been following his journey from day one, you already know this is going to be something special.<\/p>\n\n<p>The upcoming docuseries will trace his rise from Curtis Jackson&mdash;a kid with big dreams growing up in Queens&mdash;to becoming one of the most recognizable figures in music, business, and entertainment. We&rsquo;re talking about the man behind chart-topping hits like <em>&ldquo;In da Club&rdquo;<\/em> and <em>&ldquo;Candy Shop,&rdquo;<\/em> who didn&rsquo;t just dominate the rap game but built an empire with G-Unit Film &amp; Television.<\/p>\n\n<p>But this isn&rsquo;t just a highlight reel.<\/p>\n\n<p>According to early details, the series promises an intimate and revealing look at how 50 Cent turned adversity into influence&mdash;time and time again. From surviving the streets to surviving the industry, his story is one of resilience, reinvention, and straight-up hustle.<\/p>\n\n<p>Fans will also get a deeper look at his acting career, which kicked off with his semi-autobiographical film <em>&ldquo;Get Rich or Die Tryin&rsquo;&rdquo;<\/em> back in 2005. Since then, he&rsquo;s made serious waves on screen, especially with the hit series <em>&ldquo;Power,&rdquo;<\/em> where he not only starred but also served as executive producer. And he&rsquo;s not slowing down&mdash;he&rsquo;s set to appear in the upcoming <em>&ldquo;Street Fighter&rdquo;<\/em> film as well.<\/p>\n\n<p>The project is being directed by Mandon Lovett, known for powerful storytelling in documentaries like <em>&ldquo;Boys in Blue&rdquo;<\/em> and <em>&ldquo;The French Montana Story: For Khadija.&rdquo;<\/em> With 50 Cent executive producing alongside industry heavyweights and his G-Unit Film &amp; Television team, expectations are already sky-high.<\/p>\n\n<p>This new series will join Hulu&rsquo;s growing lineup of compelling documentaries, covering everything from music legends to true crime stories. But let&rsquo;s be real&mdash;this one hits different.<\/p>\n\n<p>50 Cent has always been a master of reinvention. Whether it&rsquo;s music, TV, film, or business, he knows how to stay relevant and keep people watching. Now, he&rsquo;s giving fans a front-row seat to the journey that made him who he is today.<\/p>\n\n<p>No title yet, no release date confirmed&mdash;but one thing&rsquo;s for sure: when 50 tells his story, the world listens.<\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/69d64577b0290.jpg","author":{"name":"smac"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84469"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69caeee0cdea0","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/maxell-is-bringing-back-its-classic-tape-player\/","title":"Maxell Is Bringing Back Its Classic Tape Player","date_published":"2026-03-30T21:45:00+00:00","summary":"Cassette Players ARE BAAAACK!","content_html":"<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">Cassettes are trendy again, so Maxell is bringing back its classic personal tape player.&nbsp;Even better,&nbsp; they&#39;ve added modern features like Bluetooth and USB-C charging.&nbsp;The players will cost you $80 to $100.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">You&#39;ve probably heard about how VINYL has had a major resurgence . . . and now, CASSETTES are having a moment.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">Cassettes are becoming so trendy again that the electronics company Maxell is bringing back its&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/MaxellCorp\/status\/2035725636241605011?\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">classic personal tape player<\/a>.&nbsp; And they&#39;ve even added modern features like Bluetooth and USB-C charging. Unlike some modern devices, they did NOT nix the headphone jack. The battery life is decent . . . at about 11 hours of Bluetooth playtime. &nbsp;And the player comes with a BELT CLIP for that nice, old-school feel.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">They aren&#39;t cheap though.&nbsp; Maxell&#39;s list price is $100, but&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0GMXZHM34?th=1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Amazon<\/a>&nbsp;has them for around $80.&nbsp; And if you want to get back into mixtapes, you can grab a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00006IAAL?th=1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">five-pack of blank cassettes<\/a>&nbsp;for around $15.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">Converting cassettes to digital is going to be very time consuming but well worth it in the end. Time to start &quot;diggin&#39; in the crates&quot;.<\/span><\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/69caedfe33ce1.jpg","author":{"name":"Paulie Feva"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84361"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69c6f810e8acb","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/netflix-raising-u-s-prices-for-second-time-in-less-than-two-years\/","title":"Netflix Raising U.S. Prices For Second Time In Less Than Two Years ","date_published":"2026-03-27T21:35:00+00:00","summary":"Netflix prices going UP","content_html":"<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">As Fat Joe would say, &quot;Nothing can stop me I&#39;m all the way up!&quot; Netflix has increased the prices of its cheapest, ad-supported tier from $7.99 to $8.99 per month.&nbsp;The standard and premium plans have also seen price hikes, with the standard plan going from $17.99 to $19.99 per month and the premium plan from $24.99 to $26.99 per month.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">Netflix has been making various updates to its platform, including venturing into video podcasts, live events, and revamping its interface on TV and mobile.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">The company nearly acquired Warner Bros. studio and HBO Max but was outbid by Paramount.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">Netflix reported earning $1.5 billion from its advertising business in 2025 and hinted at introducing more types of ads in the future.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">I feel like I have cable TV again with all the streaming rates being increased. When will ONE streaming servoce step up, set a standard price and include ALL other streaming??? Someone make THAT happen!<\/span><\/span><\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/69c6f696635ea.jpg","author":{"name":"Paulie Feva"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84338"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69c5362d842bf","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/super-screen-time-76-of-adults-will-watch-two-screens-at-once\/","title":"Super Screen Time? 76% of Adults Will Watch Two Screens at Once","date_published":"2026-03-26T13:35:41+00:00","summary":"Screens","content_html":"<p>In a new poll, 76% of American adults say they sometimes watch TWO SCREENS AT ONCE.&nbsp;And HALF of us couldn&#39;t go more than a day without our smartphone.<\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/65ae8c254b366.jpg","author":{"name":"Woodman"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84308"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69c535d24680a","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/young-couples-would-rather-take-engagement-trips-than-buy-engagement-rings\/","title":"Young Couples Would Rather Take Engagement Trips Than Buy Engagement Rings?","date_published":"2026-03-26T13:34:00+00:00","summary":"ring","content_html":"<p>65% of people say that engagement rings have &quot;evolved from a symbol of love to a financial burden.&quot;&nbsp; And 26% of Gen Z&#39;ers would rather pass on an expensive ring, and just go on an engagement trip together.<\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/64ba915f4f5e8.jpg","author":{"name":"Woodman"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84307"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69c172b7874f5","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/jay-z-announces-2-yankee-stadium-shows-this-summer\/","title":"Jay-Z Announces 2 Yankee Stadium Shows This Summer ","date_published":"2026-03-23T17:04:55+00:00","summary":"Jay-Z is coming back to the BX","content_html":"<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt\"><span style=\"tab-stops:list .5in\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">Jay-Z will perform two stadium shows in New York at Yankee Stadium to celebrate the anniversaries of his albums <em><span style=\"font-family:&quot;Aptos&quot;,sans-serif\">Reasonable Doubt<\/span><\/em> and<em><span style=\"font-family:&quot;Aptos&quot;,sans-serif\"> The Blueprint<\/span><\/em>.&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-size:12pt\"><span style=\"tab-stops:list .5in\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">The first concert on July 10 will commemorate the 30th anniversary of <em><span style=\"font-family:&quot;Aptos&quot;,sans-serif\">Reasonable Doubt<\/span><\/em>, while the second show on July 11 will honor the 25th year of <em><span style=\"font-family:&quot;Aptos&quot;,sans-serif\">The Blueprint<\/span><\/em>.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt\"><span style=\"tab-stops:list .5in\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">Roc Nation, Jay-Z&#39;s entertainment company, confirmed the dates but has not released ticket details yet, advising fans to &quot;stay tuned&quot; for updates. However the ticket updates\/seating chart prices that WERE released, you might need to take a second mortgage out for because these prices are HEFTY! For some of these prices I wanna be on stage with Hov!<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt\"><span style=\"tab-stops:list .5in\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">Jay-Z will also co-headline the Roots Picnic festival in Philadelphia with The Roots on May 30, with whom he has a long history of collaboration.&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-size:12pt\"><span style=\"tab-stops:list .5in\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">Jay-Z&#39;s last announced headline performance was in 2019 at Webster Hall, and he last appeared on stage in July 2025 during Beyonc&eacute;&#39;s &#39;Cowboy Carter&#39; tour.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:12pt\"><span style=\"tab-stops:list .5in\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">Will you be attending either or both of his Yankee Stadium shows? Where are you sitting?&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/69c17189ceda7.jpg","author":{"name":"Paulie Feva"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84271"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69bc0309ebb71","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/viral-update-punch-the-monkey-has-a-girlfriend\/","title":"Viral Update: Punch the Monkey Has a Girlfriend","date_published":"2026-03-19T14:07:05+00:00","summary":"Punch the Monkey","content_html":"<p>&nbsp;Just a few weeks ago, the entire internet was concerned for &quot;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisebrother.com\/tcs\/story\/194551\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Punch the Monkey<\/a>&quot; at a zoo in Japan.&nbsp; He&#39;d been abandoned by his mother . . . dragged around his stuffed animal orangutan . . . and was even &quot;bullied.&quot;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>Well, he has made a TON of progress.&nbsp; The latest updates say he now has a GIRLFRIEND.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>Punch has been spotted kissing, cuddling, and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/magicalnature5\/status\/2033736867074781393\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">affectionately playing<\/a>&nbsp;with a female monkey believed to be named &quot;Momo-chan.&quot;&nbsp; It&#39;s&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/mihamiha_trend\/status\/2033419915080941789\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">cute<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>Of course, Punch&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/TTendenciaX\/status\/2033650694465478952\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">still has his stuffed animal<\/a>, but he clearly appears less lonesome than he seemed last month.<\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/67c9d8347b412.png","author":{"name":"Woodman"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84208"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69bc02a41b065","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/the-latest-tiktok-food-hack-air-fried-pasta-salad\/","title":"The Latest TikTok Food Hack: Air-Fried Pasta Salad","date_published":"2026-03-19T14:05:24+00:00","summary":"food","content_html":"<p>The latest food trend to go viral on TikTok is:&nbsp; CRISPY pasta salad, with air-fried pasta.&nbsp; You boil the pasta as usual, then toss it in oil, spices, and Parmesan, air-fry it, and then add veggies and dressing.<\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/66ed667a0ac50.jpg","author":{"name":"Woodman"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84207"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69bae6fa54222","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/vinyl-record-sales-hit-1-billion-last-year-for-the-first-time-since-1983\/","title":"Vinyl Record Sales Hit $1 Billion Last Year for the First Time Since 1983","date_published":"2026-03-18T17:55:06+00:00","summary":"Vinyl records more popular than ever..","content_html":"<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">Vinyl records hit the $1 billion mark in sales last year for the first time since 1983.&nbsp; The eight variants of&nbsp;<strong>Taylor Swift&#39;s<\/strong>&nbsp;<i><strong>&quot;The Life of a Showgirl&quot;<\/strong><\/i>&nbsp;were a large part of that. People still buy vinyl!!<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">The comeback of vinyl records hit a new&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/deadline.com\/2026\/03\/taylor-swift-music-industry-record-sales-2025-vinyl-1236756626\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">milestone<\/a>&nbsp;in 2025.&nbsp; The Recording Industry Association of America says it surpassed the $1 BILLION mark in sales last year, for the first time since 1983. This is pretty epic considering the trend of digital music formats. Swifties are partly to thank for this.&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>Taylor Swift&#39;s<\/strong>&nbsp;<i><strong>&quot;The Life of a Showgirl&quot;<\/strong><\/i>&nbsp;was the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.billboard.com\/pro\/luminate-2025-year-end-music-report-taylor-swift-showgirl\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">top-selling<\/a>&nbsp;vinyl of 2025.&nbsp; And that included EIGHT versions.&nbsp; The&nbsp;<i><strong>&quot;Kpop Demon Hunters&quot;<\/strong><\/i>&nbsp;soundtrack was also a popular buy.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">Vinyl was the most popular physical format.&nbsp; 46.8 million records were sold compared to 29.5 million CDs. Now can we bring back cassette tapes?<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">As a DJ who collects vinyl for many years and has no plans to stop - this makes me happy to see. What&#39;s your favorite vinyl record?<\/span><\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/69bae5e627295.jpg","author":{"name":"Paulie Feva"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84191"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69b2c0a97dd42","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/dont-cha-wish-the-pussycat-dolls-were-back-well-they-are\/","title":"Don\u2019t Cha Wish The Pussycat Dolls Were Back? Well\u2026 They Are!","date_published":"2026-03-12T13:33:00+00:00","summary":"PCD are back.","content_html":"<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">After years of fans asking <i>&ldquo;when are they getting back together?&rdquo;<\/i>&hellip; it&rsquo;s finally happening.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">The Pussycat Dolls are officially reuniting and getting ready to drop new music and hit the road for a massive global tour.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">The lineup this time features Nicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts, and Kimberly Wyatt, and they&rsquo;ve already kicked things off with a brand new track called &ldquo;Club Song&rdquo;. It&rsquo;s the first taste of new material from the group in years and a reminder of the pop-dance energy that made them one of the biggest girl groups of the 2000s.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">If you grew up blasting &ldquo;Don&rsquo;t Cha&rdquo; or &ldquo;Buttons,&rdquo; you already know the vibe.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">The reunion tour will start in North America before heading overseas to Europe and the UK, and Hudson Valley fans will have a big opportunity to see them live. The group is scheduled to perform July 20 at Madison Square Garden, bringing their signature choreography and pop hits back to one of the most iconic stages in the world.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">The tour will also feature some major guests when it hits North America, including Mya and Lil&rsquo; Kim, which should make the show feel like a full-on throwback party.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">A few familiar faces won&rsquo;t be part of the reunion this time around. Former members Melody Thornton, Jessica Sutta, and Carmit Bachar are not expected to participate in the tour.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">The Pussycat Dolls first exploded onto the global pop scene in 2005 with their debut album &ldquo;PCD,&rdquo; which turned into a massive hit and launched a run of chart-topping singles before the group went on hiatus in 2010.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">Along with the tour, fans will also get expanded reissues of &ldquo;PCD&rdquo; and &ldquo;Doll Domination,&rdquo; featuring previously unreleased tracks from the vault.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">If you want first crack at tickets, fans can sign up for early access before they go on sale.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">For Hudson Valley pop fans, this one might be worth the road trip down to the Garden.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:11px\"><span style=\"font-size:12pt\"><span style=\"line-height:115%\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos,sans-serif\">Because let&rsquo;s be honest&hellip; hearing &ldquo;Don&rsquo;t Cha&rdquo; live again with thousands of fans might be the ultimate 2000s throwback moment.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n<div style=\"left: 0; width: 100%; height: 0; position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%;\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YNSxNsr4wmA?rel=0\" style=\"top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; position: absolute; border: 0;\" allowfullscreen scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"accelerometer *; clipboard-write *; encrypted-media *; gyroscope *; picture-in-picture *; web-share *;\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin\"><\/iframe><\/div>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/69b2c0d7d9859.jpg","author":{"name":"smac"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84086"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69b152ffa784e","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/people-using-weight-loss-drugs-are-eating-more-chocolate\/","title":"People Using Weight-Loss Drugs Are Eating More Chocolate","date_published":"2026-03-11T11:33:19+00:00","summary":"Weight-Loss ","content_html":"<p>Well, this is a sugary twist nobody expected.<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>For a while, experts thought GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro would crush the candy business. &nbsp;Smaller appetites mean fewer snacks . . .&nbsp; which leads to sadder chocolate factories.<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>Turns out, not so much.<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>The gourmet Swiss chocolate company Lindt looked at new data and found premium chocolate sales jumped nearly 17% among GLP-1 users last year. &nbsp;So, what&#39;s going on?<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>Instead of mindlessly munching on chips or pizza, the CEO of Lindt said, &quot;They are upgrading to premium products.&quot;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>So apparently the new diet plan is simple.&nbsp; Make your chocolate count.&nbsp;<\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/65fec21561061.jpg","author":{"name":"Woodman"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84064"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69b15264210cb","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/the-happiest-cities-in-america-and-uh-sorry-cleveland\/","title":"The Happiest Cities in America . . . And Uh, Sorry Cleveland!","date_published":"2026-03-11T11:30:44+00:00","summary":"Happiest Cities","content_html":"<p>There&#39;s a small town in Texas called &quot;Happy,&quot; with the motto:&nbsp; &quot;The Town without a Frown.&quot;&nbsp; About 600 people live there . . . happily, I guess.<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>A study ranked more than 180 of America&#39;s biggest cities by HAPPINESS . . . using factors like:&nbsp; Life satisfaction scores, depression rates, physical and emotional health, income growth, employment, job satisfaction, and weather.<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>The 10 happiest cities are:&nbsp; Fremont, California . . . Bismarck, North Dakota . . . Scottsdale, Arizona . . . South Burlington, Vermont . . . Fargo, North Dakota . . . Overland Park, Kansas . . . Charleston, South Carolina . . . Irvine, California . . . Gilbert, Arizona . . . and San Jose, California<\/p>\n\n<p>And the 10 at the bottom of the list are:&nbsp; Detroit, which ranked last at 182nd . . . Memphis . . . Shreveport, Louisiana . . . Cleveland . . . Huntington, West Virginia . . . Toledo, Ohio . . . Augusta, Georgia . . . Fort Smith, Arkansas . . . Dover, Delaware . . . and Akron, Ohio.&nbsp;&nbsp;<i><strong>(<\/strong><\/i><\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/651d808d0cbae.jpg","author":{"name":"Woodman"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84063"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69b0f5320b37e","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/have-we-been-eating-cereal-wrong-our-whole-lives\/","title":"Have We Been Eating Cereal Wrong Our Whole Lives?","date_published":"2026-03-11T04:53:06+00:00","summary":"Eating cereal wrong???","content_html":"<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">An etiquette expert says we&#39;ve all been eating cereal wrong our whole lives. &nbsp;He says the &quot;proper&quot; method uses a spoon and a FORK to keep breakfast neat and splash free. Okay, it&#39;s official, the world has gone mad.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">Here&#39;s how William Hanson, the etiquette expert, explained&nbsp;it, &quot;First of all, add your milk of choice and then, with a spoon held in your dominant hand and the fork in your non-dominant hand, you will eat.&quot; William then uses the fork to gently push cereal onto the spoon, so flakes don&#39;t splash or escape the bowl.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">Now truthfully I say it depends on the cereal...let me explain. Cookie Crisp for example, you can eat that right out of the box as a snack and with no milk (but that&#39;s just me). In fact couldn&#39;t you do that with just about every cereal??<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size:20px;\">This might be the very definition of rage-bait. Either way I think I&#39;ll stick with the way I&#39;ve always eaten cereal -- WITH A SPOON!<\/span><\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/69b0f3b227342.jpg","author":{"name":"Paulie Feva"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84062"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69af06a60a374","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/toy-trending\/","title":"TOY TRENDING?","date_published":"2026-03-09T17:43:02+00:00","summary":"Do you know what this is???","content_html":"<h2><span style=\"font-size:16px;\"><strong>&nbsp;Mission Accomplished! So I was informed by my niece and nephews this is the hot new toy that is flying off the shelf. It is called Needoh. It really isn&#39;t very unique, It is playdough that glows in the dark? Well whatever it is it isn&#39;t easily findable. I wont reveal my source but it took a little legwork. I miss the days of the Cabbage Patch and Furby...ok maybe not.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/69af05cec8cc1.jpg","author":{"name":"Skywalker"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/84034"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69a8ad938bfcf","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/expect-hbo-max-and-paramount-to-merge\/","title":"Expect HBO Max and Paramount+ to Merge","date_published":"2026-03-04T22:09:23+00:00","summary":"Streaming price hikes coming....","content_html":"<p>If and when Paramount Skydance buys Warner Brothers Discovery,&nbsp;<strong>Paramount+<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>HBO Max<\/strong>&nbsp;will merge.&nbsp; But the CEO of Paramount says HBO will continue to &quot;operate independently.&quot;<\/p>\n\n<p>The move will give them more than 200 million direct-to-consumer subscribers. Paramount CEO&nbsp;<strong>David Ellison<\/strong>&nbsp;says, quote, &quot;We think the combined offering, given the amount of content and what we can do from the tech side, really will put us in a position to be able to compete with the most scaled players in DTC.&quot; He also claims that HBO will continue to, quote, &quot;operate with independence.&quot;<\/p>\n\n<p>The question on&nbsp; everyone&#39;s mind will be - &quot;How much MORE will we have to pay a month for THIS streaming service now??&quot; With the constant evolution of streaming and options available, it&#39;s begs the other question of - is it cheaper to go back to regular cable?<\/p>\n\n<p>VPN&#39;s have become increasingly popular recently with the streaming price hikes so it&#39;s a wait and see.<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/69a8ac3e6c1bf.jpg","author":{"name":"Paulie Feva"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/83975"},{"id":"o1023-1505-69a843f64ce97","url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/blogs\/k104-trending\/post\/the-average-woman-spends-1600-a-year-on-wellness\/","title":"The Average Woman Spends $1,600 a Year on Wellness","date_published":"2026-03-04T14:38:46+00:00","summary":"Wellness","content_html":"<p>&nbsp;If you ever walk through the health and hygiene aisles and wonder if anyone drops BIG MONEY on all those fancy products . . . oh, they do.<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>According to a report, the average woman spends $1,639 per year on their &quot;wellness.&quot;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>That includes everything from doctor&#39;s visits and prescriptions . . . to undergarments, intimacy items, hygiene products, vitamins, and skincare and beauty products.&nbsp; All very important to wellness . . . physical and mental.<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>More than half of women say they struggle to afford their wellness needs.&nbsp;And nearly three out of four say they&#39;re concerned about the costs of prescriptions and doctor&#39;s visits . . . and have seen price increases in wellness products in stores.<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<p>Even with all of the investment into their health, the average woman currently feels 72% healthy.&nbsp;<\/p>","image":"https:\/\/mmo.aiircdn.com\/1023\/6579f7ceb830e.jpg","author":{"name":"Woodman"},"_mobile_inapp_url":"https:\/\/www.k104online.com\/_app_pages\/stations\/5006\/blogs\/posts\/83963"}]}