Columbus, OH

Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam is our current Netflix binge-watch obsession, and it’s a harsh reminder that while I’ll always love certain things about the ’90s, like teen dramas and cozy fashion, there were some dark moments, too. One of the saddest parts of this decade was the financial scheme that boy band manager Lou Pearlman orchestrated.

‘Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam’: How did Lou Pearlman die?

Fans of documentaries about scammers with a penchant for ‘00s culture should stream Netflix’s latest three-part series, Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam. Here’s exactly what to expect. What Is The Boy Band Scam?. The Boy Band Scam was a Ponzi scheme set up by talent manager...

The True Story Behind Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam

Entertainment Weekly

NSYNC was just one of the many boy bands who were conned by former manager Lou Pearlman, the subject of Netflix's new docuseries Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam. Member Chris Kirkpatrick even appears, explaining the odd way that Pearlman interacted with the ensemble that also includes Lance Bass, JC Chasez, Joey Fatone, and Justin Timberlake.

Chris Kirkpatrick reveals in Dirty Pop that manager Lou Pearlman would ask NSYNC to show him their abs

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Resurrected Rides is now live on Netflix as fans hit the internet to learn everything they can about one of the show's biggest stars — Lacey Blair. Hosted by comedian Chris Redd, Resurrected Rides highlights a team of car experts who take almost dead cars and transform them into state-of-the-art fantasy machines for customers.

Who Is Lacey Blair? 5 Things to Know About Resurrected Rides Netflix's Motorsports Cast Member

Hamilton Township, NJ

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Rainbow Shops, a popular clothier known for its youth clothing, is preparing to shut down its location at the Hamilton Mall in Hamilton Township, New Jersey. The store is currently offering a hefty 40% discount on all items as part of its liquidation sale.

Popular Clothing Store Offers Offers Deep Discounts, Closing 950 Locations in Struggling Mall

Indiana State

Franklin, IN

A wave of closures is hitting Pizza Hut, a pizza chain known for its iconic slanted-roof buildings, with 6,775 locations feeling the pinch in the tough restaurant industry landscape.

A well-known pizza chain with over 6K locations has begun closing some of its stores

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

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Popular Twitch streamer Ray (rayasianboy) was banned from Twitch, leaving many to wonder what the online creator did to warrant such a punishment. Ray is a Taiwanese Twitch personality best known for his connection to the uber-popular Kai Cenat, another streamer on the platform with a gargantuan following (12.1 million followers on Twitch).

Here's Why Ray Likely Got Banned on Twitch

Distractify

Songs like "Da Doo Ron Ron" and "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'" were written by a man whose name would always be associated with murder, not record-making hits. Phil Spector is now the stuff of true-crime legends, with his music accolades taking a backseat. The former mogul worked with The Beatles and The Rolling Stones, and then all but disappeared in the early 1980s until he was charged with murder in 2003. Six years later, Spector was found guilty after a retrial and was sentenced to 19 years to life. Is he still in prison, or did his vast fortune...

Phil Spector Went From Being a Music Mogul to a Murderer — Where Is He Now?

The Who, the English group capable of rivaling the Rolling Stones, inspired Paul McCartney to write “Helter Skelter” as the “nastiest, sweatiest” tune he could create, aiming to outdo the iconic rock band. Paul wanted “Helter Skelter” to be more powerful and louder than The Who’s...

The Beatles Song That Is Intended To Shut Up The Who

A key voice actor from Invincible Season 3 teased when fans can watch new episodes and what the story may revolve around. One of the biggest letdowns of Invincible Season 2 was not only the massive two-and-a-half-year gap between the first and second outings but also how Season 2 had a break in the middle of it. This leaves fans anxious about when they’ll be able to watch Season 3.

Invincible Season 3 Gets Promising Release Update from Actor

Ohio State

Akron, OH

Big news out of Ohio: Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. is making a major shift by relocating 175 jobs from its Akron headquarters to a new facility in Costa Rica. This move, part of their "Goodyear Forward" transformation plan, will take effect in early 2025.

A major Ohio company is moving its jobs overseas

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Chloe, a 9 to 10-week-old puppy, is the last of her litter and is eagerly looking for a forever home. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared Chloe's story and her endearing qualities.

Meet Chloe: The 10-Week-Old Puppy Who Is The Last Of Her Litter Looking For Love

Philadelphia, PA

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The trifecta of Def Leppard, Journey and Steve Miller Band is enticing for a reason - there aren't many stalwart rockers left. Go see them now.

Def Leppard, Journey and Steve Miller romp through five hours of rock sing-alongs

Aurora, CO

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David Heitz

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

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Los Angeles County, CA

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CALIFORNIA – Optum, a health care services subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group, reported to the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) report, July 18, that they would be laying off 524 employees across San Bernardino, Los Angeles, Riverside, Orange and Alameda counties.

Optum laying off 524 employees in San Bernardino, Los Angeles, Riverside and Orange counties

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

Virginia State

Cheryl E Preston

Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

Alameda, CA

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APD reports person of interest in custody. Four family members were killed and others injured Wednesday night, July 10, in the 400 block of Kitty Hawk Road in Alameda. The Alameda Post was at the scene Thursday morning, where Alameda Police Lieutenant Alan Kuboyama confirmed three adults and one child have died, and another child is in critical condition.

UPDATED: Four Family Members Killed in Alameda Shooting

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Full Cast of Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam: Meet the People In Netflix Docuseries (Photos)

Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam puts pop-star maker and known con man Lou Pearlman in the spotlight as the new docuseries unearths his origin, career,...

Full Cast of Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam: Meet the People In Netflix Docuseries (Photos)

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