Bad Bunny Won Best Música Urbana Album at the 2026 Grammys

Wanjiru Waweru, Jadetimes Contributor

W. Waweru is a Jadetimes News Reporter Covering Entertainment News

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Bad Bunny won Best Música Urbana Album at the 2026 Grammy Awards for his last year’s album, Debí Tirar Más Fotos. The singer took the category in its fifth year, advancing J Balvin (Mixteip), Feid (Ferxxo Vol X: Sagrado), Nicki Nicole (Naiki), Trueno (EUB Deluxe), and Yandel (Sinfónico (En Vivo)).

In his acceptance speech, the Puerto Rican recording artist made a statement: “Before I say thanks to God, I’m going to say ICE out. We are not savage, we are not animals, we are not aliens, we are humans, and we are Americans. Also I want to say to the people: I know it’s tough not to hate these days, and I was thinking… I don’t know the word in English, 'contaminados.' The hate gets more powerful with more hate. The only thing more powerful than hate is love. So please, we need to be different. If we fight, we have to do it with love. We don’t hate them. We love our people, and we love our family. And that’s the way to do it, with love. Don't forget that please. Thank you.”

This is Bad Bunny’s third win of the award; he previously won in 2023 ( for Un Verano Sin Ti) and 2022 ( for El Último Tour del Mundo). 

Bad Bunny is performing the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show.

Republicans Scramble to Reclaim Economic Message After Democratic Sweep

Hadisur Rahman, JadeTimes Staff

H. Rahman is a Jadetimes news reporter covering the USA

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Following Tuesday’s sweeping Democratic victories, Republicans and even former President Donald Trump appeared to acknowledge that their party has fallen behind in shaping the national conversation on the economy. In response, Trump convened Republican senators at the White House early Wednesday to discuss ending the ongoing government shutdown, now the longest in US history.

White House deputy chief of staff James Blair said the president was focused on addressing inflation and the rising cost of living, noting that “all the fundamentals are there” for an economic recovery. Yet, persistent price hikes and the shutdown’s toll on federal programs have left millions of Americans frustrated.

Democrats, buoyed by their recent electoral success, are centering their midterm strategy on economic issues. They argue that Trump’s trade policies and tariffs have driven up costs for consumers while healthcare premiums and food prices continue to climb.

“It’s not one economic hit, it’s a snowball of economic hits that people are feeling all at one time,” said Democratic strategist Libby Schneider, adding that her party plans to localize the economic debate by focusing on everyday affordability.

Some Democratic leaders, such as Representative Ro Khanna, are urging a stronger national economic message built around progressive policies like Medicare for all and universal childcare. Others, including centrist strategists, warn against leaning too far left, arguing that Democrats must maintain broad appeal to reclaim both chambers of Congress.

Trump, speaking at a business forum in Florida, sought to reframe the debate by portraying Democrats as “communists” and Republicans as defenders of “common sense.”

As the shutdown drags on and inflation continues to pressure households, both parties are recalibrating their strategies ahead of the 2026 midterms. For Republicans, the challenge is clear: regain control of the economic narrative before voters decide which side truly speaks for working Americans.

Ella Mai Revealed the Album Tracklist of Do You Still Love Me?

Wanjiru Waweru, Jadetimes Contributor

W. Waweru is a Jadetimes News Reporter is a Covering Entertainment News

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Image Source: 10 Summers/Interscope Records

Ella Mai revealed the official album tracklist of Do You Still Love Me? 

Mustard is Ella Mai’s executive producer. The album was narrowed down to 14 songs that feature two singles: Tell Her and 100. Review the album tracklist below.

The English-native R&B songstress spread the news to give her fans an update on her third studio album on Instagram.

“I can’t wait for you to take a deeper dive into my world,” said Mai. “These are my love letters. See you in 2 weeks.”

The Album Tracklist of Do You Still Love Me? 

1. There Goes My Heart

2. 100

3. My Mind

4. Somebody’s Son

5. Little Things

6. Outside

7. Audio Message

8. Luckiest Man

9. Might Just

10. Tell Her

11. Bonus

12. First Day

13. Chasing Circles

14. No Angels

Image Source: 10 Summers/Interscope Records

Ella Mai’s “Do You Still Love Me?” would be released on February 6 via 10 Summers/Interscope Records.

Wanjiru Waweru is a Jadetimes News reporter covering entertainment news, focusing on music releases. You could email Wanjiru at sellmypaperwork@gmail.com. Visit her website Sell My Paperwork, and follow on social media platforms.

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