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COUNTRY star Kacey Musgraves was married to fellow musician Ruston Kelly from 2017 until 2020.

Now fans want to know if the famed singer has moved on.

Who is Kacey Musgraves dating?

As of March 2024, Kacey Musgraves has been romantically linked to poet Cole Schafer.

The two have been romantically linked since June 2021 — a year after her divorce from Ruston Kelly.

Cole received his bachelor’s degree from Bellarmine University before getting his master’s degree from the University of Southern Indiana.

Since September 2016, Cole has assumed the role of the creative director and copywriter for Honey Copy.

Cole celebrated his birthday each year on January 5.

In 2023, Kacey posted a precious tribute to her longtime boyfriend via Instagram.

The country singer wrote: “Happiest birthday to the brightest flame in my world. My deeper well. I love you @cole_schafer.

“You are such a fixture in the lives of all the people who are lucky enough to really know you.”

Kacey Musgraves and Cole have since ended their relationship after two years together.

Following reports of their split in November 2023, Kacey confirmed the breakup in March 2024 during an interview with The Cut.

Who is Kacey Musgraves?

Kacey Musgraves is a country singer born on August 21, 1988, in Golden, Texas.

In 2002, when Kacey was only in eighth grade, she was invited to sing the National Anthem at the Winter Olympics.

Before signing to a major label, Kacey released three self-produced albums in the early 2000s.

While recording her own music, Kacey began recording music with the Josh Abbott Band which grew Kacey’s fan base.

It wasn’t until 2013 that Kacey debuted her first signed album called Same Trailer Different Park.

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Kacey Musgraves has a reported net worth of $12 million[/caption]

Kacey even co-wrote a song called Undermine for the hit TV drama, Nashville.

When is Kacey Musgraves’ Deeper Well Tour?

Kacey Musgraves’ Deeper Well World Tour kicked off in April 28, 2024.

The tour is set to continue through Europe and the UK before returning to North America on September 4 in State College, Pennsylvania.

The High Horse singer has been travelling around the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, and Canada.

The North American leg will feature performances across various major cities and will culminate with two shows in Nashville, Tennessee, on December 6 and 7​ 2024.

This tour marks a significant moment in her career, as it supports her new album, Deeper Well, which was released on March 15, 2024​.

Tickets went on sale via Ticketmaster on March 8, 2024.

Lord Huron, Father John Misty, Nickel Creek, and Madi Diaz are set to join Kasey on her tour.

The remaining dates she’ll be in North America include:

• September 27 – Desert Diamond Arena, Glendale, AZ
• September 28 – T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, NV
• October 1 – Pechanga Arena, San Diego, CA
• October 3-4 – Kia Forum, Inglewood, CA
• November 6 – Place Bell, Laval, QC
• November 7 – Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, ON
• November 9 – CFG Bank Arena, Baltimore, MD
• November 10 – PPG Paints Arena, Pittsburgh, PA
• November 12 – KFC Yum! Centre, Louisville, KY
• November 13 – Schottenstein Center, Columbus, OH
• November 15-16 – Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY
• November 21 – Toyota Center, Houston, TX
• November 22-23 – American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX
• November 26-27 – Moody Center, Austin, TX
• November 29 – Amalie Arena, Tampa, FL
• November 30 – Hard Rock Live, Hollywood, FL
• December 2 – Kia Center, Orlando, FL
• December 5 – Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC
• December 6-7 – Bridgestone Arena, Nashville, TN

Has Kacey Musgraves been nominated for the 2024 People’s Choice Country Awards?

Kacey, currently on her Deeper Well Tour, received 15 nominations, including People’s Artist of 2024, Female Artist of 2024, and Album of 2024 for her fifth studio album, Deeper Well.

The People’s Choice Country Awards is an annual awards show that recognises and celebrates the achievements of artists in the country music genre.

Launched in 2023, the event honours various categories, including favourite male and female artists, albums, songs, and music videos, based on votes from the public.

The People’s Choice Country Awards will be broadcast live on Thursday, September 26, 2024.

The 54-year-old supermodel reportedly misused Fashion For Relief's money, according to a watchdog investigation that wrapped up in March.

The "Without Me" singer shared a video of herself lying in the hospital bed with an IV alongside fiancé Avan Jogia.

The music mogul was arrested in September 2024 for racketeering, sex trafficking and prostitution. He pleaded not guilty.

THIS year marks the 25th anniversary of global hit, Turn Around by Phats & Small.

One half of the duo and Freemasons producer, Russell Small continues to impress and will be celebrating the release of his new album Earworm with fellow Brighton producer and DJ, DNO P this weekend with his Elevation party at Brighton’s i360 Tower on Sunday with none other than special guest Carl Cox who will be playing a house and classics set.

Earworm features an array of exciting special guests, including Ultra Nate, The Illustrious Blacks, Turn Around vocalist Ben Ofoedu, Freemasons vocalist Katherine Ellis, plus the legendary Lulu who features on the track Shine Forever.

We caught up with Russell this week and he talked us through a playlist of his favourite earworms including music from the album. Listen to his selection below and read what he had to say about each track he chose for us.

Russell Small, DNO P featuring Lulu – Shine Forever

Starting to make waves for Dino and I with a fantastic vocal from legend that is Lulu. It was a real pleasure to work with her on this – she’s a star.

PAWSA – Too Cool To Be Careless

Fantastic Cover of Dennis Edwards and Siedah Garrett’s Don’t Look Any Further.

Jaegerossa – The Big Red

Lush disco house track that gives me that readybrek glow.

Oden & Fatzo featuring Poppy Baskcomb – Tell Me What You Want

One of my tunes of the summer, catchy vocal over a cool disco sample taken from Alexander O’Neal and Cherrelle’s Saturday Love.

Russell Small, DNO P featuring Amanda Wilson – To Be Real

Our next single from our Earworm Album, a cover of the Cheryl Lynn Classic with a top vocal performance from Amanda Wilson

Next Phase featuring Helen Bruner & Terry Jones – I Ain’t Got Time (Richard Earnshaw Remix)

Originally released in 1996 on Sub Urban records and produced by Tommy Musto, it now gets a beautiful soulful house update from Richard Earnshaw.

Eddie Craig and Amy Pearson – Spell

Great update of the Disco Tex 2001 Chaka Kahn sampling I Can Cast A Spell. The released version of said track had the Chaka vocals replaced brilliantly by Shena, this version sees a stellar job from Amy Pearson.

Alanis Morrissette – Uninvited (Freemasons Remix)

James and I went full circle with this track, originally releasing as a bootleg before recording the vocals with the amazing Bailey Tzuke, to then get asked to remix the track for Alanis herself for her Supposed Former Infatuation Junkie (Thank U Edition) Album.

LF System – Lift You Up

Released Earlier this year, an uplifting 90’s influenced summer groove with a powerful vocal from Clem Douglas. The LF boys best track since Afraid To Feel in my opinion..

N.Y’s Finest – Do You Feel Me (Odyssey Inc. Remix)

This has been out for quite a while now, but it remains firmly in my playlists. A monster 90’s classic from Victor Simonelli given the remix treatment from the Odyssey Inc. Boys

THE rain has been pouring down showing that summer is well and truly over for the year.

And while most of us are ready to put our garden equipment away until spring, there’s a few jobs you need to take care of before hanging them up.

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Here’s how to stop your shed from rotting this winter[/caption]

The Met Office has issued warnings across the UK as heavy rain and floods are set to hit.

As the chaotic weather sweeps across the country outdoor building experts at GardenBuildingsDirect are warning homeowners to prepare sheds, summer houses and garden offices for the colder months to ensure they don’t get damaged.

Without precautions being taken, they say wooden structures can fall victim to dampness and rot which can lead to structural issues.

A spokesperson for the shed company told the Express: “Protecting wooden sheds, summerhouses and other outdoor buildings will improve their longevity and save you from forking out for replacements.”

Ceilings and Floors

one way you can prepare your shed for the winter months is to ensure the top and bottom of it is protected from the natural elements.

The base of the shed should be lifted up to sit on a wooden panel or a concrete base.

This will prevent the base of your shed from touching the ground which can cause it to become damp and even rot.

To ensure your shed’s roof is safe make sure to check the roofing felt or felt shingles haven’t deteriorated or replace them.

These should be replaced semi-regularly as they keep the roof protected and offer insulation.

Windows and Doors

Maintaining windows and doors will ensure your shed stays waterproof through the winter months.

Wood can often shrink over time and cause cracks around the frames – meaning water can easily get in.

To fix the problem fill in any gaps with wood filler and do the same for any wood that has already rotted.

Ventilation is also important but you don’t want to leave windows open in a shed if there’s heavy rain or snow.

Instead, opt for static vents inside the shed and use a bug net to keep creepy crawlies out.

Wood Preservation

Keeping your wood preserved every year will make sure it lasts longer and can face the wet weather.

This will prevent wood rot, mould and algae in your shed – it’s best to pick a wood preservative that works for the wood on your shed so do your research before buying.

The National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA) has reaffirmed its commitment to collaborate with the Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN), an international non-governmental organisation, in tackling oil spillage and ensuring a cleaner environment in Nigeria. During a courtesy visit by SDN to NOSDRA headquarters in Abuja, the Director-General of the agency, Chukwuemeka Woke, emphasised […]

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed worry over the effect of medical doctors’ migration from Nigeria, describing it as alarming. He also asked government at all levels to prioritize the welfare of health practitioners to reduce brain drain in the sector and enhance quality health care delivery. Obasanjo spoke on Thursday at the 44th Annual […]

PRISONER has been acquitted after spending 48 years in prison for the Hakamada mass murder of 1966.

Ex-boxer, Iwao Hakamada, was on death row for almost half a century, after being wrongfully sentenced for the murder of his boss, the wife and their two teenage children.

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The ex-boxer was 88-years old when he was finally acquitted of the quadruple murders of 1966[/caption]

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Ending his boxing career with 16 wins he ranked sixth in his weight category[/caption]

Who is Iwao Hakamada?

Iwao Hakamada is known for being the world’s longest-serving death row inmate.

He spent a total of 48 years in prison – with more than 45 of them on death row.

Born March 10, 1936, in Yuto town, Japan, Iwao is a Japanese former professional boxer.

From 1959 to 1961, Iwao competed in 29 professional boxing matches, finishing his career with 16 wins on record, ranking sixth in his weight category.

Iwao was sentenced to death on September 11, 1968 for a mass murder that became known as the Hakamada Incident of 1966.

On September 25, 2024 he was found not guilty after a Japanese court revealed that evidence used against him was fabricated.

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Iwao was 32-years-old when he was jailed for murderous crimes he didn’t commit[/caption]

Iwao Hakamada’s sentence

The ex-boxer was sentenced to death in 1968 for killing his former boss, his wife, and two of their children and setting fire to their home.

On March 10, 2011 the Guinness World Records named Iwao as the world’s longest-held death row inmate.

In September 2024, Iwao was ruled not guilty in a retrial by the Shizuoka District Court – overturning the earlier wrongful conviction.

Why do people stay on death row so long?

More than half of all prisoners currently sentenced to death in the United States have been on death row for more than 18 years. 

In the United States, prisoners may wait many years before execution can be carried out due to the complex and time-consuming appeal process.

Public opinion on the death penalty can change over time, as well as the way states and the federal government carry out executions which are also contributing factors.

The United States have received persistent criticism on its use of capital punishment.

Around 70% of the world’s countries have abolished capital punishment.

As of 2024, Belarus remains the only country in Europe that continues to carry out the death penalty.