At the 2024 Oscars, Jimmy Kimmel returned as host, sparking mixed reactions with a monologue that many fans found overlong and lackluster. Despite a rise in viewership during his previous hosting stint in 2023, this year, audiences seemed less enthused, with criticisms quickly surfacing on social media platforms. Many viewers expressed their discontent, describing the […]
The utility company that provides power to most of the Texas Panhandle says its facilities appear to have played a role in the start of the state’s largest-ever wildfire, which incinerated over one million acres and left residents sifting through the destruction of their homes. “Based on currently available information, Xcel Energy acknowledges that its facilities appear to have […]
Fortnite is going even more old school for its next season. As The Verge reports, Epic just launched Chapter 5: Season 2 of the battle royale game, dubbed “Myths & Mortals,” and it’s all about Greek mythology. That means playing as Greek gods, fighting across Mount Olympus, and wielding Zeus’ thunderbolt. The launch was preceded by a clever in-game event involving Pandora’s […]
It’s like a scene out of Dumbo. As One Green Planet reports at three years old, Me-Bai the elephant was ripped from her mother’s side and sold into the Thai tourism industry. The poor young calf was subjected to what is called a “breaking” period and forced to give rides to paying customers day in and day out. […]
At this point, starring in a campaign for Heaven by Marc Jacobs is a rite of passage for any “It” pop culture star. The Gen-Z-targeted label has tapped everyone from nostalgic celebs like Pamela Anderson and Kyle MacLachlan to internet phenomenons like Bhad Bhabie and even the murderous doll/robot M3gan. “From suburban alienation to day-glo euphoria, Heaven by Marc Jacobs draws upon […]
Nothing says springtime quite like the smell of freshly blooming flowers. And this year, Starbucks is highlighting a flowery seasonal ingredient in its spring menu: lavender. The flavor is a popular request from Starbucks baristas, so the coffee chain is launching two brand new lavender-forward drinks. As Delish reports, the Iced Lavender Oatmilk Latte and the Iced Lavender Oatmilk Matcha will be available […]
Consumers should not purchase half a dozen ground cinnamon products sold by retailers including Family Dollar and Dollar Tree because they contain elevated levels of lead, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said Wednesday in an public health alert. As CBS News reports, the warning, which also urged folks to check their spice racks and throw out […]
1962 – The Beatles performed for the first time on the BBC in Great Britain. The show was “Teenager’s Turn”. 1964 – The Dave Clark 5 made their first appearance on the “Ed Sullivan Show”. 1965 – The Beach Boys’ “Help Me Rhonda” was released. 1968 – The Fillmore East opened in New York City. […]
Cardi B, the Grammy-winning powerhouse, has once again captivated her fans by teasing a snippet of an unreleased track on TikTok, fueling speculation about her next musical venture. With a cryptic caption “15,” the rap sensation hinted at a potential release date for the new single on March 15, closely following her latest drop, “Like […]
Ariana Grande is on the brink of unveiling “Eternal Sunshine,” her seventh studio album, marking a pivotal moment in her illustrious music career. In a profound discussion with Zane Lowe on Apple Music 1, Grande reveals that the album’s 13 tracks navigate from deep inquiry to profound realization, encapsulating her introspective journey through love and […]