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Three Reasons Why You Should Hang a Pine Cone Outside of Your House
Pine cones as decor around the house is pretty common. Whether they're sitting in a bowl, decoration for the holidays, or part of a wreath hanging on your door, we think of them mostly as decoration. You can even buy them online or in stores in various sizes. Obviously, pine...
Iowans Face Financial Risks: The Urgency Of Flood Insurance Coverage
As parts of the region begin their recovery, many homeowners find themselves without flood insurance, which isn't typically covered by standard homeowners insurance policies. According to federal data, only about 26,500 flood insurance policies have been issued across Nebraska, South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota combined. The Independent reports: Emily Rogan,...
Teen Handles Rude, Potty-Mouthed Customer Like a Total Boss in Viral Video: WATCH
A teen in a viral video on TikTok handled a rude, potty-mouthed customer like an absolute boss. "POV: you remember you're that girl..." the video's caption said while Selena Gomez sings "I wouldn't wanna be anybody else" from her song "Who Says." In security camera footage, a woman appears to...
Did Ben Affleck Really Halt Movie Production Over a Baseball Hat?
You've seen the psychological thriller Gone Girl right? Wow, what an incredible, intense, glued-to-your-seat film. I just watched this 2014 hit again and when the scene with Ben Affleck in the airport wearing a baseball cap came up it reminded of that crazy rumor surround the movie. It involved a Yankees hat and Ben Affleck who is a die-hard Red Sox fan.
Justin Timberlake’s DWI Mugshot Is Now Being Sold as Contemporary Art in the Hamptons
Justin Timberlake's mugshot has been transformed into art in the very place where he was arrested for a DWI in June. According to Page Six, a painting of the singer's mugshot titled "Tuesday Night Out featuring Justin Timberlake" has been displayed at the Romany Kramoris Gallery in Sag Harbor in the Hamptons.
Woman Refuses to Take Younger Sister Who Wants to Wear Furry Suit to Renaissance Faire
No furries allowed at the Renaissance Faire, according to a woman in Reddit's Am I The A--hole forum. She explained that she's the oldest of four children and has a brother named Sam, a sister named Maddy, and the youngest sister, Kiara, who just turned 12. According to the woman,...
The Fun Radio Fluke Behind the Invention of On-Hold Music
Whether it's annoying or not, that music that pours through our earbuds or speakers on our phones while we're on hold is something we expect. Sometimes it's classical, sometimes it's jazzy. Even if we're enjoying it we long for it to end so we can hear that human voice return to help out us.
Groom Shot in Head by Armed Gunman During Backyard Wedding Ceremony: REPORT
A couple's special wedding day turned into a nightmare when the groom, 32, was suddenly shot in the head. Dulce and Francisco Gonzalez tied the knot in St. Louis after more than 10 years together on June 28. However, the backyard ceremony turned terrifying when "two armed men in ski...
Morgan Wallen Not Amused After Fan Throws a Phone at Him During Show [Watch]
Morgan Wallen had no time for a fan who threw her phone at him during a recent tour stop. In the video shared on X, the country singer is in the middle of singing "Cowgirls" when a well-manicured hand emerges from the bottom of the screen and launches the device toward him.
Caitlin Clark Shines Bright as Top Fan-Voted WNBA All-Star
Caitlin Clark might not be heading to the Olympics this summer, but she now is officially a WNBA All-Star. Officials from the organization announced this year's roster for the All-Star Game on Tuesday night ESPN's "WNBA Countdown." Clark obviously made the team. This roster was determined via 50% fan voting,...
Was This Taylor Swift Concert Interaction Between Julia Roberts and Travis Kelce ‘Weird’?
What was going on between Julia Roberts and Travis Kelce in the VIP tent at Taylor Swift's Eras Tour show in Dublin?. A viral TikTok of their interaction has many fans wondering the same thing. The pair were seen chatting in the VIP tent while the legendary actress scratched Kelce's...
Def Leppard Promises ‘Drastically Different’ Show for Summer Tour
Def Leppard will hit the road this week for the start of their Summer Stadium Tour with Journey. They'll come armed with new music in the form of their latest single, "Just Like '73." Guitarist Phil Collen says fans should expect further surprises: "We changed the whole set," he tells...
John Deere Continues with Layoffs Across Midwest in Illinois & Iowa
So far this year over 1,000 workers in Iowa have lost their jobs at John Deere; that includes the recent announcement of layoffs coming to Davenport on August 30th of 211 workers and the 99 being released from the Dubuque plant on the same date. John Deere, a leading manufacturer...
‘Maxxxine’ Review: A New Stab at ’80s-Style Horror
Everywhere Maxine goes, men recognize her — but only men. No wonder; Miaxine is a porn star and men are her target audience. But recognition by skeezy dudes is not what Maxine craves. She wants to be really famous. She often repeats a mantra: “I will not accept a life I do not deserve.” And Maxine is firmly convinced that she deserves more.
‘Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F’ Review: Somehow, The Heat Is On Again
Beverly Hills Cop became the most successful cinematic showcase for Eddie Murphy’s talents, but it wasn’t designed for him. It was conceived as a straight-forward Sylvester Stallone vehicle, and it remained that way until just a few weeks before filming began, when Stallone dropped out and Murphy subbed in at the last minute.
Neal Schon Reveals Journey’s Healing Process After Lengthy Feud
Not long ago, Journey seemed to be on the brink of a split. Neal Schon and Jonathan Cain argued over control of the band, over a visit to the White House, and over money. Yet, somehow, Journey has soldiered on. Freedom became their first studio album in more than a decade, and they're returned to the band's typically rigorous road schedule: A 23-date stadium tour with Def Leppard and Steve Miller kicks off on Saturday in St. Louis.
Top 50 American Rock Albums
The Top 50 American Rock Albums, unsurprisingly, were made by some of the biggest artists in the history of popular music. As you will see in the below list, which the UCR staff chose, even after you remove the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and other rock giants, there's still much to love. You won't find many one-hit wonders here; almost every band, singer-songwriter and performer is a legendary act. That's why several of them check in with more than one record.
Watch Deep Purple’s Video for New Song ‘Lazy Sod’
Deep Purple has released a video for their new song "Lazy Sod," taken from the upcoming album =1. The follow-up to 2021’s covers collection Turning to Crime is their first with guitarist Simon McBride, who replaced Steve Morse two years ago. “Lazy Sod” is the third single from the LP, after “Portable Door” and “Pictures of You.”
Darius Rucker Says It’s Time to Forgive Morgan Wallen for Using Racist Slur
Darius Rucker says it's time to forgive Morgan Wallen for using a racist slur back in 2021. "I think Morgan's become a better person since that. I've known Morgan a long time. Since all that happened Morgan's tried to really better himself and become a better person," Rucker said on the Rolling Stone Music Now podcast.
‘Love & Marriage: Huntsville’ Star KeKe Jabbar Dead at 42
KeKe Jabbar has passed away. She was 42. Jabbar starred on OWN's smash hit series Love & Marriage: Huntsville. The reality star's passing was announced on July 2 (Tuesday), by blogger Marcella Speaks. During the 12-minute stream, Speaks read a statement from Jabbar's family. "It is with extreme sadness that...
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