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Here's what's happening today in pop culture:

• David Beckham is retiring from soccer, leaving more time for his careers as underwear model and Posh Spice's arm candy. [NPR]

• Looks like Nicki Minaj won't be returning to "American Idol" next season, prompting the question, "Does anybody really care about "American Idol" anymore?" [Vulture]

• The rumor mill around "Saturday Night Live" is churning, with reports that regulars Fred Armisen and Jason Sudeikis are probably leaving at the end of the season (which is this Saturday). [Entertainment Weekly]