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Idaho Internet Moans & Groans as Popular Adult Website Pulls Out
Shocking news broke this week as internet users--especially in the State of Idaho--learned that access to a popular website was no longer available from a device within state lines. Can the State of Idaho ban an entire website? Sort of--because the state recently passed certain legislation adding more restrictions to...
New Boise State Uniforms Unveiled in EA Sports Sneak Peek [Photos]
Believe it or not, it's just about time for the Boise State Broncos to return to the Blue Turf! It seems like just yesterday that the season was coming to an end after a rocky and tumultuous end. The program that isn't used to losing...was losing. They were losing a lot. For the first time in recent history, the program fired their head football coach mid-season, fans were disgruntled, and it didn't feel like there was any recovering.
Discount Retail Store Found in Nearly Every State Shuttering Locations
Yet another discount store could be headed for disaster as it begins to close locations. Let's first look back at the first half of 2024 and the growing issues among discount retail stores. Family Dollar, which is owned by Dollar Tree, announced plans to close nearly 1,000 stores throughout 2024....
Royce 5’9″ Responds to Rumors that Eminem Dissed Jay-Z on ‘Tobey’
Royce 5'9" responds to rumors that Eminem dissed Jay-Z on his latest song "Tobey." Royce 5'9" Disputes Claim Eminem Dissed Jay-Z on "Tobey" On Wednesday (July 3), Royce 5'9" responded to a user on X, formerly known as Twitter, who claimed Eminem dissed Hov in his verse on "Tobey." Em's Big Sean and BabyTron-assisted single dropped on Tuesday (July 2).
The West’s Best Fireworks Are Only 3 Hours From Salt Lake City
Independence Day is here, and Americans are celebrating all over the country. Utahans are no different as folks are looking for that breathtaking magic moment. Some will take part in parades, while others will rest before the big night of flashes and patriotic sounds. Are the best fireworks in the...
10 of the Coolest Historical Hip-Hop Items You Could Own With the Right Bid
From June 26 to July 19, auction site Gotta Have Rock and Roll is holding a hip-hop auction for some of the coolest historical hip-hop items that fans could own with the right bid. Within the collection are handwritten rhymes, exclusive records, signed autographs, the attire worn by musicians during monumental concerts or shows and even everyday appliances once owned or used by a notable rapper. One item that's estimated to rake in at least $20,000 is a hand-drawn and signed nude sketch from Ye, who worked on it in 1996 during his high school days. The illustration is said to come from the collection of one of the Yeezy founder's cousins. The minimum bid is $5,000.
From a Key to the City to an Honorary Degree, Diddy Continues to Be Stripped of His Honors – Here’s an Ongoing List
In the wake of several sexual assault allegations, seven lawsuits and a disturbing video from 2016 that shows him physically harming his ex-girlfriend Cassie in a hotel, Diddy is seeing some repercussions. Since word got out about his reported violent behavior, the once admirable rap mogul's reputation plummeted. Several companies have parted with the Bad Boy Entertainment founder. His behavior and the allegations have also resulted in him losing some notable awards he earned throughout his career.
Should You Order From Temu If You Live In Idaho?
- If you're not familiar, Temu is an e-commerce site selling everything from clothes to electronics, all at a significantly lower price than you'd typically see from other online retailors. The Chinese-owned site is a legitimate business, however, you're going to want to know this:. Temu is not accredited by...
BigXthaPlug’s 2024 XXL Freshman Freestyle
BigXthaPlug is having his way. The 26-year-old Dallas rapper has been living large ever since his sonorous voice took his rhymes to new levels outside the Lone Star State. His hometown-pride anthem "Texas" and Billboard Hot 100 smash "Mmhmm" highlights the clever magnetism and striking storytelling that has put him at the forefront of Texas street rap over the last year. He brings both—and lots of cash—to his 2024 XXL Freshman freestyle.
This 6-Year-Old Idaho Girl Was Mailed Via Parcel Post
It's cool to see how differently yesterday's children were raised. There's a certain kind of charm and intrigue in imagining how the world's little ones were brought up, isn't there? From medieval times to the Victorian era and the Roaring Twenties, it's wild to see how differently yesterday's children were raised.
The 10 Most Dangerous Jobs In Idaho Aren’t What You’d Think
Certain risky jobs come with perks. For some, taking on a hazardous job would be daunting. For others, the perks make a dangerous profession worthwhile. We hate to sound stereotypical, but for many folks, money is king. More often than not, dangerous jobs are associated with higher pay to compensate for the increase in risk.
19 Bizarre & Fascinating Things Idahoans Can Be Buried With
Death, burial rituals, cemeteries, the afterlife--they're the ultimate mystery. We all know none of us are getting out of here alive, but none of really knows what happens next. It's this intrigue and morbid curiosity that's led us to explore how different eras and cultures have approached their transition from one life to the next.
An Eerie Blend of Awe and Horror Set To Marvel Boise
We are four months away from Halloween, and the anticipation is building. Despite the triple-digit temperatures, "spooky season" is not as far as it seems. One of the most haunting traveling experiences will be coming to Boise in just a few weeks. Paranormal Cirque is returning to the City of...
Have You Visited This Beautiful Hidden Idaho Oasis?
Summer is here and while many of us are looking to float the Boise River, some people might not want to mess with the sudden influx of floaters. Maybe, you need something a little bit different but just as beautiful... a "hidden gem" if you will. Protecting our hidden gems.
Outrageous Recommended Thermostat Settings for 100º Heat in Idaho
When it comes to summer in Idaho, specifically Boise, there’s no shortage of triple digit days! Every time the temperatures start to soar, the age-old debate begins in homes and offices alike…what temperature should the thermostat actually be set at?. A report shared by Gray News, which owns...
Why It’s Important To Report Turkey Sightings in Idaho
It might not be Thanksgiving just yet but that isn't stopping Idaho Fish & Game from focusing their attention on the turkey population. They've put a "bounty" of sorts out on the turkeys but not in the way you think. Wild turkeys. Idaho Fish & Game isn't putting out a...
One of Boise’s Greatest Summer Traditions Returns to Roaring Springs
On your mark, get set, SWIM! The Great Dolphin Dunk benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Ada County returns to Roaring Springs this August!. Have you ever wondered what the Endless River at Roaring Springs would look like with 10,000 toy dolphins swimming through it? Well, you've got a chance to see it for yourself on Sunday, August 11 during the 24th Annual Great Dolphin Dunk!
Diddy Day Gets Revoked in Miami Beach Amid Sexual Assault Allegations
The Miami Beach Commission has rescinded Diddy Day for the city of Miami. Miami Revokes Diddy Day Amid Sexual Assault Allegations. According to a Miami Herald report, published last Wednesday (June 27), the Miami Beach Commission revoked a proclamation that declared October 13, 2016 as "Sean Diddy Combs Day." This comes three months after the disgraced hip-hop mogul's South Beach mansion was raided during a federal sex-trafficking investigation.
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