The NFL has been spicing up its international games with halftime performers, a bit like mini-Super Bowls.

British rapper Giggs performed Sunday (Oct. 12) at halftime of the game between the New York Jets and Denver Broncos at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The Broncos won 13-11.

“It’s a huge moment to be a part of the London Games,” Giggs said. “I’ve been on a journey with my music, and to get to share that with my city and the NFL fans is something I’m really proud of.”

The south London native’s 2007 single “Talkin’ da Hardest” remains a popular anthem among his fans. Cleveland Browns players unfamiliar with the song liked what they heard when it was played last week.

Giggs has done collaborations with artists including Drake, 21 Savage, Ed Sheeran and Dave.

Last week, British singer Raye performed a halftime show at Tottenham with a nearly seven-minute set that included her hit “Where is My Husband!” The Minnesota Vikings beat Cleveland 21-17 in the game.

British singer-songwriter Myles Smith was chosen to headline the halftime show at the first-ever regular-season NFL game in Ireland. At Croke Park, the Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Vikings 24-21 two weeks ago.

Last month, Grammy award-winning Karol G performed in São Paulo, Brazil, when the Los Angeles Chargers beat the Kansas City Chiefs 27-21 at Corinthians Arena.

Bad Bunny will headline the Apple Music Super Bowl halftime show at Levi’s Stadium on Feb. 8 in Santa Clara, California.

The NFL has been on an aggressive international growth pattern, so expect more to come.

“Bringing the best in sports and entertainment is what the international games are all about,” said Tim Tubito, senior director of global game presentation and entertainment at the NFL.

British police have arrested two men on suspicion of murder following the fatal prison stabbing of former Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins.

Watkins, 48, was killed on Saturday (Oct. 11) while serving a 29-year prison sentence at HMP Wakefield in West Yorkshire, England, for a series of child sex offenses.

Two male inmates — aged 25 and 43 — have been arrested in connection with the incident, according to a statement from West Yorkshire Police. A murder investigation is underway, though authorities have not yet released the suspects’ identities.

Watkins had been serving his sentence since 2013, when he was convicted on multiple child sex offenses. He pleaded guilty to 13 charges, including the attempted rape of a baby. At the time, the presiding judge said the case had “plumbed new depths of depravity.”

His death comes shortly after a report from the chief inspector of prisons highlighted a sharp rise in violence at HMP Wakefield, according to the BBC. The report found that many inmates, especially older men convicted of sexual offenses, reported feeling unsafe amid a growing population of younger prisoners.

This was not the first time Watkins was targeted behind bars. In August 2023, he was attacked by three fellow inmates, sustaining neck injuries that required medical treatment.

Lostprophets formed in 1997 and rose to prominence in the early 2000s with several U.K. chart hits. Their 2006 album, Liberation Transmission, topped the U.K. Albums Chart, and the 2004 single “Last Train Home” reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Alternative Songs chart. The group disbanded in 2013 following Watkins’ arrest.

Chappell Roan is facing criticism from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security following comments she made during a recent concert in Los Angeles.

During the first of two performances at Brookside at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, on Friday (Oct. 11), the 27-year-old pop star paused her hit-filled set to reflect on her appreciation for her adopted hometown.

“L.A.’s my favorite city in the world, to be honest,” Roan told the crowd, according to Variety. “I’ve been living here nine years. I’m originally from Missouri and I had a really, really tough time the first five years.”

She went on to speak about the recent wildfires in the Los Angeles area and the community’s response.

“I’m not gonna be eloquent about this,” she continued. “I loved L.A. more than ever than when I saw how the community came together in Altadena to help, same with the Palisades, I just realized that I’m so lucky to be able to live here and to play here, and the city has taken care of me, and it’s my duty to take care of it back.”

She then concluded her remarks with a pointed political statement. “F—k ICE forever,” the singer said. Roan repeated the phrase, prompting members of the crowd to chant along.

The Department of Homeland Security quickly responded. “‘Pink Pony Club’ is good. Pedophiles are bad. That’s who we’re getting off of our streets. Get a grip,” DHS assistant secretary for public affairs Tricia McLaughlin told TMZ.

Roan’s comments come at a particularly tense moment for immigrant communities in the U.S., who have increasingly found themselves the target of aggressive ICE operations. Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker recently described them as “military-style” raids. President Donald Trump has made mass deportations a central part of his second term.

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Fox and Fox Sports (FS1) have become a hub for some of the biggest sports, including Major League Baseball’s American League Championship Series (ALCS).

The series features the Seattle Mariners taking on the Toronto Blue Jays in a best-of-7 series starting on Sunday, Oct. 12 with Game 1.

The Blue Jays have home field advantage, so the series begins at Rogers Centre in Toronto, Canada, with first pitch at 8:03 p.m. ET/5:03 p.m. PT. Check out a complete ALCS schedule here.

The easiest way for you to watch live games on Fox is through its cable channel, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t more affordable streaming options for those who have recently cut the cord.

Opting for streaming packages may eliminate expensive cable bills, but it does come with some challenges like trying to livestream major games. Live TV streamers can eliminate the issue by giving access to Fox, FS1 and additional live sports channels. Keep reading to learn more.

How to Watch Fox and Fox Sports Online Without Cable for Free

There are a few live TV streamers has Fox and FS1, so you can catch ALCS games (and NFL games) for little to no money. Below, ShopBillboard put together a few live TV streaming options with free trials and promos that’ll let you watch Fox and FS1 without cable.

DirecTV

With prices starting at $49.99 for the first month ($84.99 per month afterwards), you can score a five-day free trial through DirecTV when you sign up. Subscribing lets you watch Fox online, while every streaming package also includes FS1, FS2 and Fox Deportes, as well as dozens upon dozens of other channels. Other perks you’ll be able to enjoy include unlimited DVR storage, local channels and the ability to stream on as many smart devices as you want.

Sling TV

Sling TV is another affordable option that’ll let you watch Fox and FS1 online without cable. You can choose from the Blue or Orange + Blue packages, which gets you access to up to 70 channels, DVR storage and the ability to stream on up to three devices starting at $23 for the first month ($46 per month afterwards).

Please note: Pricing and channel availability depends on your local TV market. Learn more about Sling TV here.

FuboTV

FuboTV will give new users a seven day free trial. With prices starting at $54.99 for the first month of service ($84.99 per month afterwards), each plan comes with Fox in 4K definition, FS1 and FS2, as well as Fox Soccer Plus and Fox Deportes. You’ll be able to watch nearly 250 channels with 1,000 hours of DVR and the option to stream on 10 devices at once.

When the free trial and promo is complete, you’ll be charged the regular price based on the package you choose at checkout.

Hulu + Live TV

Get the most content options including the option to watch Fox and FS1 with Hulu + Live TV. Not only will you get more than 95 live TV channels, but access to the entire Hulu library including exclusive content, originals and programming from FX and ABC. Extra savings opportunity: Hulu + Live TV is now $64.99 for the first three months of service. Once the promo is over, you’ll be charged the regular subscription price of $82.99 per month.

Hulu offers music programming and documentaries, such as Summer of Soul, It’s All Country, Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band and others. It even livestreams of popular music festivals, like Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, iHeartRadio Festival, iHeartCountry Festival and Austin City Limits Music Fest.

As an added bonus, Hulu + Live TV is automatically bundled with Disney+ and ESPN Unlimited to give you even more exclusive content including NFL games and live sports that you can only watch on ESPN.

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