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Primavera Sound hit by rain as Massive Attack, Doja Cat and Bad Gyal cancel opening night amid backlash over communications
music1 month ago

Primavera Sound hit by rain as Massive Attack, Doja Cat and Bad Gyal cancel opening night amid backlash over communications

Heavy rain at Primavera Sound 2026 forced the opening-night cancellations of Massive Attack, Bad Gyal and Doja Cat, following earlier disruptions; fans criticised the festival for poor on-site communication as announcements on screens were lacking. Organisers said they tried to move acts to other stages and offered refunds for Thursday’s tickets, while Doja Cat posted an apology. The festival noted some performances could resume later and forecast gave Friday a drier outlook.

Weather Forces Cancellation of Rochester Fringe Festival's AstroFringe Event
entertainment2 years ago

Weather Forces Cancellation of Rochester Fringe Festival's AstroFringe Event

The Rochester Fringe Festival has canceled the second night of its stargazing event, AstroFringe, due to expected cloud cover that would hinder celestial viewing. Festival officials expressed disappointment but emphasized the inability to control the weather. The event featured 60 telescopes for visitors to explore stars and planets up close.

"Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest: Lightning cancels men's event, Sudo reigns as women's champion"
sports3 years ago

"Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest: Lightning cancels men's event, Sudo reigns as women's champion"

The men's division of the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest was initially canceled due to weather conditions but later resumed after the storms cleared. Miki Sudo defended her championship title in the women's competition by consuming 39 and a half hot dogs. The men's event was ultimately canceled. Sudo now holds nine Nathan's titles and a world record for eating six hot dogs in one minute. The contest, a Fourth of July tradition, took place in Coney Island and was streamed on the ESPN app.

"Cruel World Festival: Siouxsie's Rescheduled Performance Delivers Classics and Rarities"
music3 years ago

"Cruel World Festival: Siouxsie's Rescheduled Performance Delivers Classics and Rarities"

Siouxsie Sioux finally performed her first U.S. show in 15 years at the Cruel World festival after her initial performance was cancelled due to severe weather. Fans were treated to renditions of classics and rarities, including "Israel," "Happy House," and "About to Happen." The rescheduled performance was held the next day at the nearby Rose Bowl, and anyone with a pass to Saturday's festivities was allowed access.