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KVC-Arts 5/3/26 - Chris Thayer, One Foot in the Grave & More
Chris Thayer speaks with David Fleming about several albums with a fair amount of crossover in style, feel and execution. All WELL worth getting - and highly advisable! There's a much more focused look (and listen) on the most recent. One Foot In the Grave, a 2026 release, kicks off hard and heavy with Dynamite. Other tracks you may recognize if you've been going to Chris Thayer and the TCB shows for any amount of time, as a few come from the past, but are given SUCH a wonderful treatment, and ALL worth a LOUD listen!
We'll hear about the songs, the difference between the cd and the vinyl release, Chris's YouTube channel and more.
We'll hear about the songs, the difference between the cd and the vinyl release, Chris's YouTube channel and more.
David Fleming | May 5, 2026, 7:01 AM UTC

An explosion at a fireworks plant in China kills at least 26 people, state media says
Authorities said search and rescue at a fireworks plant in a central Chinese province has largely been completed, but verification of the casualties and identification of the victims are still underway.
The Associated Press | May 5, 2026, 6:59 AM UTC

Cruise ship waiting for help after 3 people died in a suspected hantavirus outbreak
A cruise ship with nearly 150 people aboard was waiting for help off the coast of Cape Verde in the Atlantic Ocean after three passengers died in a suspected outbreak of the rare hantavirus.
The Associated Press | May 5, 2026, 5:49 AM UTC

Russia declares a truce in Ukraine to mark Victory Day
Russia declared a unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine for Friday and Saturday to mark the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II, but threatened to strike back at Kyiv if it tries to disrupt festivities.
The Associated Press | May 5, 2026, 5:47 AM UTC

Wyoming lawmakers use pro-natalist arguments to justify proposed new partial abortion ban
Wyoming lawmakers say tight new restrictions on abortion are needed to grow the state's population. Demographers and others say economic conditions are more to blame for an exodus of young people.
Hanna Merzbach | May 5, 2026, 4:01 AM UTC

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni settle dispute weeks before scheduled trial
In a joint statement, lawyers for the actors said they hoped the settlement would bring "closure."
Chloee Weiner, Clare Lombardo | May 4, 2026, 11:31 PM UTC

See the looks from the 2026 Met Gala red carpet
Extravagantly dressed celebrities and designers made their way up the famous Met staircase Monday evening. The fundraiser is one of the fashion industry's biggest nights.
Emily Bogle, Ivy Buck | May 4, 2026, 11:09 PM UTC

Hotels have a big World Cup problem: Bookings are running far below projections
Nearly 80% of hotels surveyed by a body representing the industry reported bookings were running below projections — a worrisome sign with only weeks to go before the World Cup.
Rafael Nam | May 4, 2026, 9:56 PM UTC

Why U.S. troops are stationed in Germany, and what happens if some leave
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Jeff Rathke, president of the American-German Institute, about U.S. troops stationed in Germany, and what happens if President Trump moves some of them elsewhere.

Modi's party takes control of India's West Bengal in key state election
The outcome is expected to strengthen Modi's political position midway through his third term.
The Associated Press | May 4, 2026, 8:18 PM UTC



