Justin Bieber skips 2018 Grammys

It was very apparent that Canadian singer and songwriter Justin Bieber was missing from the Grammys this year. The 23-year-old singer's absence was very much felt, and has led the media and his fans to question just what he was so busy with that he missed one of the biggest music award ceremonies. 

As it turns out, Bieber was seen out and about in public with his close friends, and decided to spend time with them rather than attend the Grammys. Bieber and his friends went out somewhere in West Hollywood, California, which is not so far from the singer's home in Beverly Hills. Rumor has it that the popular icon decided to forego all music-related award ceremonies until he finishes the current album that he has been working on, which has no projected release date as of now. 

In the photos showing Bieber during his night out with his friends, he is seen wearing a red hoodie with the word "Thrasher" on it, while wearing a dark-colored baseball cap, white sneakers, and shorts. Given that Bieber was out of the house while the Grammys was airing, it is notable to mention that he was perhaps not even interested in watching the event unfold — which is interesting since the Canadian has a lot of colleagues and friends who attended the event. 

Additionally, Bieber was not spotted with his romantic partner and fellow singer, Selena Gomez, while he was out in public. Perhaps, Gomez herself was busy with her own personal projects, but no news has surfaced to shed light on this matter. However, Bieber's absence at the Grammys is nothing new as he also did not attend the event a number of times in the past. 

News
Over £900,000 awarded to help UK churches stay open amid growing funding pressures
Over £900,000 awarded to help UK churches stay open amid growing funding pressures

Hundreds of churches across the UK are receiving vital financial support to remain open and safe, as rising repair costs and shrinking funding streams place historic buildings under increasing strain.

How to make the most of the quiet period between Christmas and New Year
How to make the most of the quiet period between Christmas and New Year

Make the most of these last days of the year to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with God.

US carries out strikes on Islamic State in Nigeria over violence against Christians
US carries out strikes on Islamic State in Nigeria over violence against Christians

The US military has conducted airstrikes against Islamic State (IS) militants in Nigeria over the violent "targeting" of Christians. 

Gay Archbishop of Wales says some people have left Church over her appointment
Gay Archbishop of Wales says some people have left Church over her appointment

The first openly gay Archbishop of Wales says her appointment has caused some people to leave the Church in Wales.