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“We’ll carry on.” My Chemical Romance did just what the band sang in “Welcome to the Black Parade,” and 20 years later, after its deluxe reissue of The Black Parade for the album’s anniversary arrived, the set has hit the summit on the Billboard 200 on the chart dated Nov. 7.

Not long after the news broke on Sunday (Nov. 1), the band reacted to the news. It reshared Billboard‘s post to its Instagram Stories and soundtracked it with Miley Cyrus’ 2013 Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 “Wrecking Ball.” Above it were eight black heart emojis.

The anniversary release arrived on Oct. 23 via Reprise Records. The album earned earned 78,000 equivalent album units in the charting week ending on Oct. 29, according to Luminate, which notes that the number was driven by albums sales, which were up more than 2,000 percent. That led to The Black Parade, which originally debuted at No. 2 in 2006, jumping from No. 139 to No. 1 on the Billboard 200.

Upon the set’s 20th anniversary release, the band said in a joint statement: “Twenty years ago, we wrote what would become The Black Parade, our third record and the follow up to Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge. At the time, we could never have imagined what the record would mean for the band. All we knew is that we had made something crazy, and something we couldn’t wait to get it out into the world … For the first time, we have included everything we finished during those sessions in a single collection.”

The deluxe version of the album — which also nabbed the No. 1 spot on the U.K.’s Official Albums Chart dated Oct. 30 — included not just the original set in its entirety, but also six bonus tracks. Three of them are fan-favorite B-sides that are found across different releases (“Heaven Help Us,” “Kill All Your Friends,” “My Way Home Is Through You”), and another three are live tracks recorded during My Chemical Romance’s 2007 tour in support of the album (“Dead!,” “The Sharpest Lives,” “Someone Out There Loves You”).

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Your next tech obsession might be a lot more affordable than you expected. AliExpress’ annual Singles’ Day sale is back until Nov.18, bringing deals on everything from Bluetooth speakers and gaming gear to smart rings and digital pianos.

And if your music setup could use some attention, there’s plenty to browse. A mini karaoke machine is practically begging for a living room singalong, while the W-KING Bluetooth speaker can take your playlists on the road. Gamers can check out the Retroid Pocket 5 handheld console or Edifier G35 headset, and aspiring musicians can get started with a 61-key digital piano.

The deals aren’t the only draw. AliExpress’ Brand+ is a dedication shopping destination bringing together products from trusted brands with enhanced servicing at competitive prices. From tech and beauty to home essentials, shoppers can explore a wide range of products, with free returns on eligible purchases.

Even better, most Brand+ products ship free without a minimum order requirement. AliExpress also says 95% of U.S.-available products qualify for fast delivery guarantee, with coupons for qualifying delays and refunds for eligible lost, damaged or late shipments. 

The sale ends Nov. 18, so consider this your cue to upgrade your tech before the holiday shopping rush begins.

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For nearly 60 years, the New York Marathon has brought the city together to watch and cheer on runners traveling through all five boroughs, including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island. In fact, the marathon has open registration for anyone to sign up and participate, even celebrities.

In the past, famous New Yorkers have raced, so it’s fun to see which celebrities are throwing on a pair of running shoes to race with the public this year.

How to Watch 2026 New York Marathon Live Online, at a Glance:

When Does the 2026 New York Marathon Start?

The New York Marathon takes place on Sunday (Nov. 1), with the city-wide race starting at 8 a.m. ET/5 a.m. PT.

What TV Networks Feature the 2026 New York Marathon?

In 2026, the New York Marathon broadcasts across two networks: ABC7NY, locally and ESPN, nationally. Meanwhile, It’s available to livestream on ESPN Unlimited.

Which Celebrities Are Running in the 2026 New York Marathon?

The New York Marathon is known for celebrity sightings with a number of famous actors, actresses and recording artists participating in the race. Artists who have been known to run in the past, include Action Bronson, Kevin Hart, Prince Royce, Jennifer Connelly, Death Cab for Cutie’s Ben Gibbard, AEW star Darby Allin and others.

Meanwhile, it’s likely that Harry Styles might run in the 2026 New York Marathon. His residency at Madison Square Garden ends the night before on Saturday (Oct. 31) and he’s been spotted all over the city running over the last few months.

Where to Watch the 2026 New York Marathon Live Online for Free

For cord-cutters, there are a few ways to watch the New York Marathon, if you don’t have cable, especially if you want to watch for free. DirecTV has a five-day free trial, while other streaming services, such as Fubo and Hulu + Live TV, offer free trials, so you can watch for free.

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A subscription to DirecTV gets you access to live TV, local and cable channels, including ABC7NY and ESPN, at $59.99 per month for the first month of service ($89.99 per month afterward). The service even offers a five-day free trial to watch for free, if you sign up now. It comes with access to ESPN Unlimited too for even more ESPN networks.

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Sling TV offers the Orange & Blue plan, which comes with ABC7NY and ESPN. With more than 50 channels, the streaming plan goes for $69.99 per month. All plans come with a free cloud DVR and an extra 600 or so free channels too. Please note: Pricing and channel availability vary from market-to-market.

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Fubo starts at $63.99 for the first month ($88.99 per month afterward) with more than 230 channels, including local and cable, like ABC7NY and ESPN, that are streamable on smart TVs, smartphones, tablets and on web browsers. And with a five-day free trial, you can watch for free, if you act fast and sign up now.

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Broadcast and cable networks ABC7NY and ESPN are available to watch with Hulu + Live TV. Prices for the cable alternative start at $99.99 per month for more than 100 live channels, while each plan comes with Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN Select at no additional cost. Hulu + Live TV might be best for those who want all of these streaming services together in one package. The service includes a three-day free trial.

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ESPN Unlimited is the official streaming platform for ESPN. A subscription includes instant access for $31.99 per month. However, you can save almost 17% off by purchasing an annual subscription for $319.99 per year. It features every ESPN network, including ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPNEWS, ESPN Deportes, SEC Network, ACC Network, ESPN on ABC, ESPN+, SEC Network+ and ACC Network Extra — all in one streaming service.

In addition to live sports, ESPN Unlimited has original programming to stream on demand. Although the service doesn’t offer a free trial, you can still watch ESPN Unlimited with a clever workaround to watch online for free. Learn more about how to get a free trial to access ESPN Unlimited here.

On Sunday (Nov. 1), the New York Marathon broadcasts across on ABC7NY and ESPN. One of the best ways to watch live is with DirecTV.

Gracie Abrams turned her Saturday Night Live return into a two-part costume change, dressing as both leads from Baz Luhrmann’s Romeo + Juliet across her performances on the show’s Halloween episode Saturday (Oct. 31).

For her first song, “Hit the Wall” from her third album Daughter from Hell, Abrams wore Claire Danes’ angel costume from the 1996 film and opened the performance from behind an aquarium, a nod to the movie’s fish-tank meeting scene. She returned later in the episode for “Here You Come, There You Go,” a track from the album’s deluxe edition, in Leonardo DiCaprio’s Hawaiian shirt paired with the metal sleeves from his knight’s armor.

It was Abrams’ second turn as SNL musical guest, following her December 2024 debut on an episode hosted by Chris Rock. Inde Navarrette hosted Saturday’s episode, her first.

The appearance comes off the biggest commercial year of Abrams’ career. Daughter from Hell, released July 17 via Interscope and produced with longtime collaborator Aaron Dessner, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with 124,000 equivalent album units, her first chart-topper on the all-genre list. Her 2024 album The Secret of Us had peaked at No. 2.

“Hit the Wall” was the album’s lead single, and Abrams has said it set the tone for everything that followed. “I just remember it being done,” she told Billboard of writing it, describing the session as almost trance-like. The song reached the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 45 on the Billboard Global 200. Her highest-charting song to date remains “That’s So True,” the deluxe-edition track from The Secret of Us that reached No. 6 on the Hot 100 and became her first top 10 there.

Abrams takes Daughter from Hell on the road in December. Her Look at My Life Tour opens Dec. 2 in Denver and runs into May 2027, including four nights at London’s O2 Arena.