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Why You Shouldn’t Wear a T-shirt in Swimming Pools This Summer
More and more public pools (and even some private pools) are banning their guests from wearing T-shirts when swimming. But it's not just about keeping a strict dress code or swimmer safety. Why Pools Ban Some Shirts In Pools. It doesn't matter why you'd want to wear a T-shirt while...
DaBaby Accepts Plea Deal to Avoid Jail Time After Being Charged With Knocking Man’s Tooth Out – Report
DaBaby reportedly accepts a plea deal to avoid jail time after being charged with punching a man and knocking his tooth out. On Friday (July 12), TMZ reported that DaBaby had pleaded guilty to misdemeanor battery stemming from his 2020 assault case. He was sentenced to one year of probation, in addition to time served. The rapper was ordered to pay $10,000 restitution and to stay 100 yards away from Gary Pager, the man who filed suit against DaBaby for allegedly punching him in the mouth and knocking out his tooth. DaBaby is also forbidden from possessing firearms and deadly weapons during this period.
Slim Shady Obituary – Remembering the Artist Who Terrorized and Captivated Rap Fans for Over Two Decades
Eminem's new album, The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce), has arrived, and one thing is for certain: this is definitely the final outing of Em's Slim Shady alter ego. XXL remembers Slim Shady with a fitting obituary in the video below. The Detroit MC first announced Slim...
Josh Allen’s Girlfriend Posts Cryptic ‘Marriage’ Post
Buffalo Bills QB and Hollywood actress Hailee Steinfeld usually are pretty good about keeping their private lives private especially with each other. They rarely give anyone a glimpse inside from social media and only when the paparazzi spots them is when people get to see what they are doing. That's what when Hailee Steinfeld posted 'Hailee Allen' on her Instagram stories it was getting a lot of attention.
Have This Dime in New York? It Could Be Worth $2 Million
New York coin collectors should be on alert for a specific dime that can make them an instant millionaire. With Americans spending most of their hard-earned money on necessities, it's fairly obvious why more people are looking for easy opportunities to strike it rich. Some turn to playing the lottery while give sports betting a try - while the more ambitious try collecting coins.
Capital Region Fire Truck Smashed by Vandals; Any Idea Who Did This?
A fire department in the Capital Region was the victim of some aggressive vandalism when someone smashed the windshield of their fire truck, rendering their front-line apparatus "out of service" for the time being. According to a Facebook post from Sidewinder Photography, the recent act was the second aggressive incident...
Albany Man Arrested in Major Drug Bust
On July 10, 2024, a significant arrest was made by the collaborative efforts of law enforcement agencies in Albany, NY, shedding light on the persistent battle against drug trafficking in the region. The Arrest. Tylan M. Houze, a 26-year-old resident of Albany, found himself in handcuffs after a meticulous investigation...
New York Is the 4th “Most Expensive” State in the Country
New York's cost of living has officially skyrocketed to a point where the average resident needs to make roughly $100,000 to survive. Just the other day, it was confirmed that New York is home to the two wealthiest suburbs in the entire country. But no matter how one frames it, that doesn't excuse how expensive to live in this state.
Fighter From Hyde Park, New York Set to Make UFC Debut
Being in the UFC has been a dream for Hyde Park local Fatima "The Archangel" Kline since she was 10 years old. Fast forward 13 years, she is making those dreams come true with her UFC debut this Saturday. Not just that, but her birthday is this week. Fulfilling a childhood dream? Yeah, that sounds like a pretty good birthday present!
Flying Out of ALB? Know Before You Go For Best Airport Departure
It's summer vacation travel season and the Albany International Airport is bustling with travelers and construction. Here are a few important tips to ensure your departure is as seamless as possible. Arrive In Plenty of Time. If you're planning to fly out of Albany, giving yourself extra time is essential....
Murder Mystery At This Upstate New York Castle, You Can Even Dine In A Dungeon
One of the best dining experiences I have had in New York State was in a castle! Yes, a real-life castle where you can now celebrate an anniversary, birthday, wedding, a special dinner for 2 or perhaps solve a murder mystery while you are there. Scroll through the pictures below...
Eminem, Juicy J, Snot and More – New Hip-Hop Projects
Ahead of the weekend, new music has burst into the hip-hop scene. This week, a Detroit lyrical veteran drops a highly anticipated album, two Memphis rhymesters team up for a collaborative project, an avid hoodie-wearing rapper debuts his fourth studio album and more. Eminem Drops Highly Anticipated The Death of...
Here Are the Complete Lyrics to Eminem’s Sentimental Song ‘Temporary’
Eminem's new album, The Death of Slim Shady (Coupe de Grâce), is here, and the track "Temporary" has people talking for sentimental reasons. On Friday (July 12), Em returned to eulogize Slim Shady in the form of his 12th album. The new LP features much of the same zany and offensive content fans have become accustomed to from the Detroit rap god. It also contains the song "Temporary" with Skylar Grey, which finds Em dropping heartfelt lyrics to his daughter Hailie Jade, who is also featured on the song.
Eminem Takes Aim at Diddy and His Sexual Assault Allegations on New Song ‘Fuel’ Featuring JID
Eminem just unleashed his latest album, The Death of Slim Shady (Coupe de Grâce), and in true Slim Shady fashion, he's calling out Diddy for the sexual assault allegations against him on the song "Fuel" featuring JID. Eminem Goes In on Diddy on New Song "Fuel" On Friday (July...
Did Eminem Diss Kendrick Lamar on His New Album?
Fans think Eminem took a shot at Kendrick Lamar on his new album The Death of Slim Shady (Coupe de Grâce). But did he?. On Friday (July 12), Eminem returned with his new album The Death of Slim Shady (Coupe de Grâce). The album opens with the intro track "Renaissance," which finds Slim name-dropping several rappers.
Eminem Releases The Death of Slim Shady (Coupe de Grâce) Album
Eminem has released his new album, The Death of Slim Shady (Coupe de Grâce). Guess who's back? On Friday (July 12), Eminem officially returned with the release of his 12th studio album, The Death of Slim Shady (Coupe de Grâce). The 19-track project features guest appearances from JID, Big Sean and BabyTron, as well as includes a sequel to the 1999 song "Guilty Conscience."
“Road Trip” Oswego: History, Fun, Food, and An Awesome Lakefront
Our next road trip takes us to Oswego, New York. This is a city of about 17,000 people 35 miles north of Syracuse. It is home to the State University of New York at Oswego. The city has the luck and luxury of being located along the southern shore of Lake Ontario. And they make good use of this locale. The views are great, many restaurants situate themselves along the waterway, there is a historic American fort that at one guarded this city and is now open to tours, and there is an amazing lighthouse and maritime museum all along the shore.
Kodak Black Executive Produces New Supernatural Thriller Film
Kodak Black can now add film executive producer to his resume as the rapper serves as EP for the upcoming supernatural thriller Gone Missin. On Wednesday (July 10), Yak shared a trailer for the new movie on Instagram, which can be seen below. The film is set in Silverlake, Al., and centers around a woman who visits the small town in search of a missing person and stumbles upon a much bigger conspiracy involving a hidden town evil. The forthcoming movie is directed by Vincent Escobar for the South Florida rapper's company KTB Media.
12 New York Nursing Homes Admit to Unthinkable, Pay $21.3 Million
A New York nursing home network with two locations in the Hudson Valley has admitted to taking advantage of helpless patients. Anyone who has a parent in long-term care knows just how much trust is handed over to those in charge of tending to the most important people in your life. The incredible expenses involved are happily handed over to make sure elderly family members are cared for with dignity and will spend their final years in comfort.
Walmart Making This Bold Move to Get More Stuff on Store Shelves
Walmart wants to fill up its store shelves more quickly, and it is about to make a huge investment to do so. Walmart has been in sort of a transitional period as it moves to modernize its stores. The process started late last year when the retail chain began making...
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