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Every Classic Taco Bell Menu Item Making a Comeback on New ‘Nostalgic Menu’
The Eras Tour worked for Taylor Swift, why can't it work for one of the largest fast food restaurants in the U.S.?. Taco Bell has announced a new "nostalgic menu" that is bringing back discontinued items from different decades of the chain's existence. What Is On Taco Bell's Nostalgic Menu?
Who Is Jana Duggar’s Husband Stephen Wissman?
Jana Duggar is officially a married woman. The eldest of the Duggar daughters has married Stephen Wissmann. The pair previously got engaged a few months ago on June 15. Duggar spoke to People about her special day. "I think it is one of those things that all girls envision someday....
Great White’s Jack Russell Dies: Rockers React
Jack Russell, the original singer and co-founder of Great White, died Aug. 15 at the age of 63. The musician’s death followed his retirement from touring earlier this year, as health problems – including a diagnosis of Lewy body dementia and multiple system atrophy – continued plaguing Russell in the latter part of his life.
Iowa Showdown: Is Caitlin Clark Now More Popular Than Ashton Kutcher?
Iowans are proud of all of the celebrities that hail from the Hawkeye State. However, there is definitely a special place in their hearts for the actor and activist Ashton Kutcher. For a long time, it was a fair assumption to claim that he was the most popular star from Iowa.
‘Deadbeat’ Dad’s New Wife Slammed for Not Giving Poor Stepdaughter Any Inheritance
A woman on Reddit is being called "cold-hearted" after refusing to give her teenage stepdaughter any inheritance money following the death of the girl's "deadbeat" father. "My husband passed away earlier this year. Our children and I inherited his entire estate, which in total is worth almost a million dollars. When he was in high school, my husband had a child [who's 16 now] with his girlfriend at that time. He broke up with his girlfriend once he found out she was pregnant, saying he wasn’t ready to be a father yet. He visited her maybe once every few years when he was alive," the woman began.
Woman Charged After Trying to Steal Elvis Presley’s Graceland
There has officially been an arrest in the case of a woman trying to steal Elvis Presley's iconic home, Graceland. TMZ reports that federal prosecutors have charged Missouri resident Lisa Jeanine Findley in a plot where she attempted to conduct a fraudulent sale of Graceland. Her plan involved alleging Lisa Marie Presley had used the estate as collateral for a loan that she had taken out before she ultimately passed away.
Man Refuses to Help ‘Fund’ Brother’s Wedding After He Disrespects His Wife
A man is refusing to help pay for his brother's upcoming wedding after his brother insulted his wife and never apologized. "I have a younger brother, Tim, who recently got engaged. Our family has always been close, and I've been relatively successful in my career. Because of this, I've been able to help out family members financially when needed. Tim and his fiancée, Lisa, have been planning their dream wedding, and naturally, he came to me asking if I could contribute a significant amount to help cover the costs," the man began on Reddit.
This 95 Year Old Iowa Woman Has More Energy Than You Do!
Could the Cedar Rapids Kernels use a cannon like this in the bullpen?! That might be taking it a little too far...but Lois sure put some mustard on this toss!. Maybe Lois has lost a little zip on the heater over the years but that didn't stop her from stepping onto Veterans Memorial Stadium and throwing out the first pitch this past Wednesday (August 14).
Woman Angrily Threatens to Put Mom in Nursing Home for ‘Dangling’ Her Inheritance Over Her
A fed-up woman on Reddit is threatening to dump her mother in a nursing home if she doesn't stop "dangling" the prospect of her inheritance over her. "I had a blow out with my mom some years ago and went full no contact for about five years, before I slowly started to let her back in to my life, while she learned to behave like a normal human being. Shortly before that blowout happened, she gave me her will and I had just assumed she would have changed it out of spite during that time of no-contact and, I absolutely did not care," she began.
High Level Travel Warning Continues for this Caribbean Hot Spot
We love our getaways, especially those tropical vacations. From Hawaii and Mexico to Bermuda and the Caribbean, we have plenty of crystal clear, warm waters and umbrella-drink-destinations to choose from. Earlier this year, the United States issued travel warnings to three of the most traveled holiday hot spots for us...
Will Taylor Swift Get into the Rock Hall of Fame Before Iron Maiden?
Before Taylor Swift was even born, Iron Maiden had already established themselves as one of the most popular heavy metal bands of all time. Though the British legends have only grown in stature and influence since then, it's quite possible that the pop superstar will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame before them.
If You Smell One of These Three Foods Get out of Your House Fast and Get Help
We typically let our noses guide us on a daily basis toward the delicious, soothing, or curious smells, while gasps of "ewwwww" lead us away from the disgusting or uncomfortable smells. However, THESE smells are crucially important to take note off and not ones you want to mess around with.
Bride Disinvites ‘So-Called Sister’ From Wedding Following Insult Toward Groom
A woman on Reddit is sharing her decision to disinvite her "sister" from her wedding following an insult that was launched at the future husband. "I (24f) and my (22m) fiancé are getting marrying in 2025. We have been together since 2021 but have gone to the same school all throughout the years. For some context, I have two 'sisters' (18 and 15) who I’ve been in their life since they were born but we are not related by blood or family. They lived down the street from me and I would watch them, play with them, and went on trips together. About January 2023 they moved about an hour away from our house town. I have considered them to be my family for 15+ years now, I called them mom dad and my sisters and now I’m at a loss of words," the woman said.
Iowa’s Big Grove Brewery Has a New Beer That Will Help Plant More Trees
Here we have a classic case of being able to enjoy a few adult beverages while also helping to positively contribute to society. Where I'm from, we call that a win-win situation. You can help support an Iowa business and help add more trees across Iowa's landscape. Big Grove Brewery has teemed up with Trees Forever to help more trees get planted in Iowa.
Why Did Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin Call off Their Engagement?
Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin have officially called it quits. According to the Daily Mail, the couple has not only called off their engagement, but also split for good. The outlet reports that Martin has "now accepted the relationship is over - and it's best to move on." "Chris and...
Great White’s Jack Russell Remained Haunted by Nightclub Fire
The broad strokes of Great White's career trajectory are similar to many of their peers: hardscrabble origins followed by astronomical success, cut off at the knees during the grunge explosion and relegated to the nostalgia circuit in the decades that followed. But Great White — in particular frontman Jack Russell,...
Bruce Springsteen Launches US Tour Leg: Set List, Video
The Boss is back from Europe. After spending a few weeks performing across the Atlantic Ocean, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band kicked off another leg of North American shows on Thursday night in Pittsburgh. "Pittsburgh! We finally got here!" Springsteen said from the stage at one point (via...
September 2024 New Music Releases
September will be marked by a series of massive live recordings – and the return of a Pink Floyd legend. Luck and Strange is David Gilmour's first solo album in nearly a decade. Charlie Andrew takes over as co-producer, after Gilmour released a pair of LPs with Phil Manzanera of Roxy Music. Of note for Floyd fans: The title track includes an archival performance from Gilmour's late bandmate Richard Wright.
How Stone Temple Pilots Came Back Strong With ‘Purple’
Stone Temple Pilots met the music industry head-on as their debut album, 1992's Core, sold millions and millions of copies. As bassist and songwriter Robert DeLeo tells UCR, "I don't think we were really prepared for that." His '90s contemporary, Live vocalist Ed Kowalczyk, felt similarly as you'll read in...
Dennis DeYoung Just Found Out The Cars Hated Styx
Dennis DeYoung has only just discovered that the Cars hated Styx. He was responding to a 2006 interview republished online by Classic Rock last month, which it seems he’s never encountered before. In the article, the late Ric Ocasek spoke of the Cars’ early days: “We opened for about...
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