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The NCAA College Football Playoff (CFP) is coming close with just four teams competing for one of the spots in the championship game, while you can watch the CFP semifinal game — which is also known as the Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic — with Sling TV.
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The No. 6-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes (12-2) takes on the No. 3-ranked Texas Longhorns (13-2) at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Friday, Jan. 10.
When Does Ohio State vs. Texas Game Start?
The Cotton Bowl: Ohio State vs. Texas game broadcasts live, with kick-off at 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m. PT. The semifinal game broadcasts on ESPN, which is available on Sling TV.
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Where to Watch Ohio State vs. Texas Online
The Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Texas Longhorns game broadcasts on ESPN, and it’s also livestreaming on Sling Orange. Keep reading for more details on how cord-cutters can watch the Ohio State-Texas game online with Sling.
How to Watch Ohio State vs. Texas with Sling TV
A subscription to Sling Orange — which comes with ESPN — gets you access to live TV, local and cable channels, starting at $23 for the first month of service and $45.99 per month afterwards.
You can watch local networks such as ABC, NBC and Fox, while you can also watch many cable networks, including ESPN2, FS1, Lifetime, FX, AMC, A&E, Bravo, BET, Cartoon Network, Fuse, CNN, Food Network, MSNBC and many others.
Please note: Prices and channel availability depends on your local TV market. You can learn more about Sling TV here.
Who Is Performing During Ohio State vs. Texas Halftime Show?
Since it’s a game, the Ohio State Marching Band and the University of Texas Longhorn Band are likely to perform at halftime of the Cotton Bowl.
Starting at 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m. PT, the Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Texas Longhorns game airs on ESPN, while it’s also available to livestream on Sling TV on Friday, Jan. 10.
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Broadway Week in NYC is an annual ticket promotion that basically offers the chance to get Broadway tickets for half price (when you buy a pair), or the opportunity to get an upgraded seat location at a discounted price. If Broadway’s been on your family’s wish list, this could be a good time to make a trip to the city. Tickets for 2025 just went on sale and are available here.
The discount code to buy two tickets for the price of one is: BWAYWK25
The discount code to buy “better seat locations” at $138.50 per ticket is: BWAYUP25
Discounted tickets were made available for the following Broadway shows: & Juliet, Aladdin, A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical, The Book of Mormon, Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, Chicago, Cult of Love, Death Becomes Her, English, Eureka Day, The Great Gatsby, Gypsy, Hadestown, Hamilton, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Hell’s Kitchen, Left on Tenth, The Lion King, Maybe Happy Ending, MJ, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Oh, Mary!, Redwood, Romeo + Juliet, Six the Musical, Sunset Blvd and Wicked.
For elementary school-aged kids and older: Wicked is the obvious go-to right now, but seemingly too popular — I looked for tickets for my own kid at on-sale, and didn’t find anything that worked for us. They sold out quickly. The Lion King is a great choice for most families; Aladdin is also available. Both Disney productions suggest they’re best for ages 6 and up. It’s generally recommended to wait until kids are at least 4 to sit through any Broadway musical, in respect of the performers (and other patrons who paid to see the show without interruptions), but 6 is a better bet.
For tweens and up: Consider Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (this one is not a musical, and it’s a long show, but it’s a must-see for lovers of the Harry Potter series), Hadestown (especially for kids interested in Greek mythology) and Six the Musical.
For teens and older: Whether they love a good Broadway musical or find the idea of a Broadway musical cringe, Kit Connor and Rachel Zegler starring in Romeo + Juliet — with music by Jack Antonoff — might pique their interest. Other shows to look into that teens will likely enjoy: Maybe Happy Ending and The Great Gatsby.
Ariana Grande is thanking Ryan Reynolds for his kind words about Wicked at the National Board of Review Annual Awards Gala.
At Tuesday night’s event, the Deadpool star presented the musical with the night’s main honors — and made the “Yes, And?” singer tear up in the process.
Taking the podium at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City, Reynolds praised Wicked for its promotion of “togetherness” while giving special shout-outs to director Jon M. Chu and producer Marc Platt. The Canadian actor also specifically commended Cynthia Erivo and Grande’s performances in the film, saying of the latter, “Your comedic athleticism and charm is never at the cost of emotional stakes.”
“I have watched your performance over and over again, and I have learned from you each and every time,” Reynolds continued of Grande. “If Gene Wilder were alive today, I think he would be in awe of you. The Glinda character is a high-wire act. Your entire performance is a trust fall, and you caught yourself. You are brilliant.”
Shortly after the ceremony, Reynolds shared a photo on Instagram Stories of the R.E.M. Beauty founder listening to his speech with tears welling up in her eyes. Grande then reposted it onto her own Story and wrote, “YOU REALLLY MOVED ME.”
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“CLEARLY LOL,” she added. “thank you for the [kindest] and most generous words last night am so serious they meant so much and i appreciate you !!!!!!”
The Victorious alum, Erivo, Chu and Platt were all on hand to celebrate Tuesday as Wicked took home the National Board of Review prize. At one point, the project’s two leading ladies gave a speech of their own defining the power of friendship-first collaboration between costars.
“It’s the singular ‘I love you’ text, or the random ‘I’m proud of you’ voice note,” Erivo said at one point before Grande hilariously dead-panned: “It’s being so good at acting that no one ever finds out how much we f–king loathe each other.”
The ceremony came two days after the 2025 Golden Globes, where Wicked took home the award for cinematic and box office achievement. Among the films it beat: Deadpool & Wolverine, which Reynolds starred in, co-wrote and co-produced. Following its Nov. 22 premiere, Wicked quickly became the top-grossing film based on a Broadway musical ever released. As of Jan. 5, the project has surpassed $681.3 million worldwide.
Its sequel, Wicked: For Good, hits theaters Nov. 21, 2025.
After previously flubbing a Taylor Swift question on Jeopardy!, contestant Drew Goins got smarter in the nick of time before appearing on the show again Monday (Jan. 6).
The Washington Post writer first appeared on the show in September, during which he drew a blank space at the prompt, “The first of Taylor Swift’s record 4 AOTY Grammys was for this album in 2010.”
The answer — as countless Swifties were undoubtedly screaming at their televisions in the moment — is Fearless, but in the moment, Goins simply shook his head, stumped. Four months later, the journalist reflected on the moment with host Ken Jennings.
“Yeah, so I got a Taylor Swift question wrong and went home worried that the Swifties would come rip me out of my bed at night,” Goins said on Monday’s episode. “But it turns out that the angriest Swiftie was my brother. The night before taping, he had prepared an entire practice board for me … and it was entirely Taylor Swift.”
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Jennings then joked that Goins might get his shot at redemption — and that he did. During a category titled “Albums,” the contestant stumbled on the following prompt as audience members started laughing in surprise: “In 2014, Taylor Swift gave us this album named for a different year.”
This time, Goins was ready. “What is 1989!” he cheered excitedly.
“Redemption for Drew!” the host congratulated him. “That is correct.”
The 14-time Grammy winner often inspires questions on the beloved game show, at one point lending herself to an entire board of categories in January 2024. The sections were named “Love Story,” “Our Song,” “Bad Blood,” “Shake It Off,” “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” and “The Errors Tour” at the time.
In November, Swift again popped up in a Jeopardy clue, this time alongside her boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. “Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity? is hosted by this man who’s maybe more famous as a bf than as a 3-time Super Bowl champ,” read the prompt, at which a contestant named Derek correctly guessed, “Who is Travis Kelce?”
Watch Goins redeem himself in the eyes of Swifties on Jeopardy! below.
If season 1 of Disney+’s Goosebumps gave you, well, goosebumps, there’s much more on the way. The second season, titled Goosebumps: The Vanishing, arrives this week, and Billboard is sharing an exclusive first look at the full opening scene. In the one-minute flashback clip, which takes place in Brooklyn in 1994, a group of teenagers […]
Since its 2022 debut at Barclays Center, MetaMoon Music Festival has built itself up as a New York City stalwart for Asian entertainment and talent worldwide with concerts, industry panels, block parties, and more. At the top of 2025, MetaMoon is officially going global with its first overseas iteration.
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Billboard can exclusively reveal that MetaMoon in Dubai will take place this February in the United Arab Emirates’ Al Wasl Plaza – Expo City Dubai. Singer-songwriter-actor Henry Lau and Korea’s viral singer-rapper Lee Young Ji will headline the inaugural UAE fest. The festival rounds out its lineup with rising Japanese-American singer-songwriter mikah, 2024’s Red Bull Dance Your Style champion MT Pop of Vietnam, and DJ and radio veteran Poon from New York. Rapper and comedian MC Jin, who participated in the 2022 and 2023 MetaMoon events, will host the event.
Lau was last year’s MetaMoon headliner, where the former Super Junior member not only delivered his mix of pop and classical music but sat down for a career-focused fireside chat with SiriusXM’s Michael Tam as part of The Summit, which MetaMoon launched in partnership with the Roc Nation School of Music, Sports and Entertainment. “I’m just excited to share what I’ve learned,” the Berklee College of Music graduate told Billboard ahead of the fest. “I’ve gotten to an age where there are a lot of aspiring musicians, and I hope that my experiences can help give them a good idea of what to expect and what they need to work on in certain aspects.”
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Live Nation Middle East is promoting and producing MetaMoon in Dubai.
“Live Nation Middle East is proud to partner with MetaMoon to bring this unique celebration of Asian pop culture to Dubai,” said James Craven, President of Live Nation Middle East. “The UAE is a vibrant and diverse region and this event is a perfect reflection of the incredible cultural exchange we aim to foster through music and entertainment. We are thrilled to debut such an exceptional lineup of talent, and we look forward to creating unforgettable memories for fans in the Middle East.”
After showcasing nearly two dozen different API stars, MetaMoon founder Grace Chen sees the overseas expansion as a considerable way to help spread Asian pop culture at large.
“Our partnership with Live Nation Middle East to bring MetaMoon to Dubai signifies our commitment to introducing Asian artists and pop culture to new fans while giving existing fans a chance to see their favorite artists live,” Chen said in a statement. “We are excited to be debuting an incredible lineup of Asian talent for their first appearances ever in the region and for what will be an entertaining evening for fans.”
Citing a growing Asian diaspora in the Middle East as well as increased interest in Asian pop culture in the region, MetaMoon in Dubai says it hopes to “bring a full fan experience to audiences in the Middle East in the coming years” in a press release.
Tickets for MetaMoon in Dubai go on sale Jan. 8, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Dubai time exclusively through LiveNation’s Middle East site and United Arab Emirates’ Ticketmaster site.
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Let’s face it: The best speakers and home audio gadgets aren’t always the best to look at. At times, it feels like the better the sound, the more traditional the speaker will look. People will usually sacrifice the style of a speaker to have access to premium audio throughout the home, but as we enter 2025, let’s leave that ultimatum in the past.
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Whether you want a speaker hidden in plain sight, a record player that breaks from the design norm, or a pair of bluetooth headphones that will elevate your outfit, there are plenty of must-have stylish audio options for you to choose from. With the new year finally here, there’s no better time to give your home a new speaker makeover.
Shop our favorite stylish home audio devices to level up your place below.
Hidden Speakers
Sometimes the best speaker for your home is the one that you can’t see. With technology continuously evolving year after year, audiophiles and tech wizards are crafting exciting new ways to combine audio and furniture seamlessly. From Samsung combining picture frames with premium speakers, to Sonos partnering with IKEA to turn a table lamp into a mini concert, if you’re looking to blend your speakers with your decor, these options are for you.
Samsung Music Frame
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Equipped with Dolby Atmos, bring your favorite picture to life with the Samsung music frame, which is exactly what its name suggests: a speaker disguised as a picture frame. Mount it on a wall or leave it on a stand, the music frame has impressive spatial audio to fill up an entire room. You can also sync up to six devices together for an even better listening experience.
Uma Sound Lantern
This portable lamp will sit perfectly on your coffee table or outside on the patio. It gives off a very soft, warm glow while providing solid sound from its upward- and downward-firing speaker design. For its compact size, the Uma delivers full, natural sound and relaxing spa-like lighting.
Sonos x Ikea SYMFONISK Speaker
This 2-in-1 speaker lamp merges the excellent sound quality of Sonos into an elegant bamboo design from Ikea. It also works as part of a Sonos multi-room speaker system and can stream music via Apple AirPlay 2 and Spotify Connect as well.
Most Stylish Portable Speakers
The best portable speaker should look great no matter the environment it’s in. Thanks to Sonos and Teenage Engineering, your room, backyard or picnic blanket will ooze with style while delivering top-notch sound. Here are our picks for the most stylish portable speakers.
Teenage Engineering OB-4 Speaker
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Want a fun retro-style portable speaker to liven up your living room? Teenage Engineering has you covered. The OB-4 speaker not only has an eye-catching minimalist look, it delivers crystal clear, punchy sound through two 4” bass drivers and a pair of neodymium tweeters. It’s also equipped with FM radio and a long-lasting, rechargeable battery with up to 72-hour battery life.
Sonos Move 2 Speaker
Its simple minimalistic design makes the Sonos Move 2 an easy fit in most rooms. In some ways, the speaker looks too nice to be used as an outdoor speaker, but with an IP56 rating, its durable exterior allows it to withstand falls, bumps, rain and moisture, dust and dirt, UV light, and extreme temperatures. Offered in either white, black, or a pleasant olive color, the Move 2 is a great fit for any scenario.
Most Stylish Record Players
There’s something refreshing about placing a stylus on a record over using streaming apps on your phone. For those entering your vinyl era, these record players give a fun, modern upgrade to the classic turntable design.
U-Turn Audio Orbit Plus Turntable
Let the U-Turn audio turntable be the centerpiece of your room. Thanks to a variety of bold color options, as well as, oak and walnut finishes, it’s super easy to mix and match this record player with the rest of your home aesthetic.
Pro-Ject T2 BT Turntable
For interior designer lovers, the Pro-Ject T2 turntable has a sleek and beautiful build to compliment your living space, especially the satin walnut option.
Most Stylish Headphones
Do you have thin walls and annoying neighbors? These headphones not only look great, but have impressive sound so you can peacefully blast your Spotify Wrapped playlist at unbearable levels without getting a knock on the door.
Apple AirPods Max
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$477
Apple’s entry into the world of premium headphones is a pricey one, but the Airpods Max deliver rich, detailed sound with incredible active noise-cancelling. For the fashionistas, these over-ear headphones have also become a staple style accessory with its catchy modern design and variety of color options. If you want to listen to music and look great doing it, there’s no better option than the Airpods Max.
Koss Porta Pro
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$49.99
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Thanks to its nostalgic 80s design, incredibly affordable price point, and an Emma Chamberlain co-sign, these retro-style headphones are as trendy as they were decades ago. The Koss Pro Pro headphones may be older than you, but they still offer high-fidelity audio with deep bass.
Most Stylish Bookshelf Speakers
Compliment your shelf with these must-have speakers. Merge them in between books or set it next to your favorite art piece — these speakers look great on any wall unit, library, or desk.
Marshall Acton III Speaker
$279.99
$229.99
$279.99
18% off
Name one Pinterest mood board that doesn’t have a Marshall speaker included in it. Its signature trendy, vintage-inspired design is every influencer’s favorite. The Acton III delivers impressive audio performance too, but its appeal really lies in its retro, guitar amp design.
Morel Högtalare Speaker
Sometimes simple is better. The Morel Högtalare speaker is very minimalist in its boxy design, which makes it easier to decorate in your living space. Prop up on a bookshelf and let its powerful six-inch subwoofer do the rest.
LG kicked off CES 2025 with a slew of announcements, including new AI capabilities, smart fridges, and a new audio line developed in partnership with will.i.am. Labeled as “xboom by will.i.am,” the collection includes a mix of bluetooth speakers and wireless earbuds, personally fine-tuned by the producer and artist himself. Explore Explore See latest videos, […]
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