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The former 'American Idol' contestant is taking a seat at the judges' table in place of the 'Teenage Dream' artist.

Carrie Underwood to Replace Katy Perry as a Judge on ‘American Idol’

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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

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Tom Selleck has been battling the bulge for some time — and now sources exclusively tell Closer he’s been eating comfort food to make up for the termination of his beloved show Blue Bloods. Sources and medical experts tell Closer 6-foot-4 Tom is grinding the scales at 350...

Tom Selleck Is ‘Virtually Obese’ at Nearly 350 Lbs: ‘His Whole Body Is Falling Apart’

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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

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Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

LeBron James was “peak girl dad energy” at the Paris Olympics when his dance moves made his daughter Zhuri cringe. On Aug. 1, the NBA star, his wife Savannah James and their 9-year-old daughter Zhuri Nova James attended the women’s beach volleyball Olympic match. While cheering in the stands, LeBron broke into the ultimate “dad dance” — to his daughter’s dismay.

LeBron James’ totally embarrasses his daughter with ‘dad energy’ dancing at the Olympics

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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.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Healthy green smoothies are a convenient and delicious way to boost your intake of vegetables and other nutritious ingredients. About 90% of adults don’t get the amount of fruit and veggies recommended daily, and you can knock out at least a serving of each when you have a green smoothie. There’s also evidence that leafy greens help protect your brain and preserve memory, and green smoothies are an easy way to increase your consumption of them.

10 green smoothie recipes packed with nutrients that you can drink every day

Hailey Merkt, a contestant on Season 21 of "The Bachelor," died of cancer on July 26, her family said. She was 31. "It is with broken hearts we share that our beloved Hailey has passed away after a courageous fight for her life. Hailey faced this journey with unimaginable strength, grace, and selflessness," Merkt's family wrote in a July 30 post on Instagram.

'Bachelor' alum Hailey Merkt, 31, dies of leukemia after documenting cancer journey

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A Burger King near Buffalo, New York temporarily closed over the weekend after a customer found blood in her daughter’s food. On July 26, New York resident Tiffany Floyd posted a TikTok video about a distressing experience with her four-year-old daughter Matayla at a Burger King in Getzville, New York.

Mother finds blood in Burger King meal after daughter takes bite thinking it’s ketchup

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(MA) Get ready to open your heart to a wiry bundle of love named Chunk. This 2-year-old Chihuahua and Yorkshire Terrier mix pup recently came into rescue for heartbreaking reasons. Though he started his life as a cared for and well-loved pup, Chunk's owner sadly passed away, leaving Chunk all by his lonesome.

Meet Chunk: A Little Chihuahua Who Lost her Owner Now Looking For Love

Fitness is about so much more than appearance for Jennie Garth. “As we age, we lose bone density, and for me, I want to keep my muscles strong,” Garth tells TODAY.com. While her time in the gym with longtime trainer Jason Cohen has clearly paid off physique-wise (her workout videos on Instagram could are a lifetime supply of motivation), Garth, 52, says her mindset regarding exercise has become about her posture, strength and looking after her core. It’s a shift she credits to weightlifting and Cohen, who Garth says is “like a brother to me.”

Jennie Garth reveals how she got into lifting weights in her 50s

The handstand. The switch leap. Even the Shushunova. These are all moves that you can see performed to perfection in the gymnastics competition in the Olympic Games ... and also in the kitchen of Breanne Allarie, a mom of two from Vancouver, British Columbia. “I just pulled out the mat...

Mom attempts Olympic gymnastics in her kitchen and her performance goes viral

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Yeet: A fluffy slang word with two definitions. Kids are using “yeet” to express themselves in two ways, according to Merriam-Webster. Yeet is a verb that means to throw something hard without caring if it breaks and is an expression of excitement. A yeet definition from Urban Dictionary...

Why are teens yelling ‘yeet!’?

The Paris Olympics opening ceremony is still inciting conversation days after it aired. Viewers are scrutinizing a minutes-long segment in the four-hour ceremony — and asking what it really meant. Nicky Doll, one of the drag performers in the segment and the host of “Drag Race France,” says she...

Drag queen Nicky Doll responds to her role in controversial Olympics opening ceremony segment and the fight for representation: EXCLUSIVE

It takes one “Idol” to cover another. Kelly Clarkson recently performed fellow “American Idol” champion — and new judge — Carrie Underwood’s hit “Blown Away” during the “Kellyoke” portion of her talk show. Clarkson, who has said people confuse...

Kelly Clarkson’s fans scream for a collaboration after she covers a Carrie Underwood hit

Sipping on an energy drink might seem like the perfect pick-me-up, but with concerns over their health impacts, experts are urging caution. From rising diabetes rates in the U.S. to emergency room visits due to energy drink consumption, the risks are real. And it's especially dangerous to mix energy drinks with alcohol because it can mask the effects of alcohol and lead to excessive consumption, Dr. Frank Hu, a professor of nutrition and epidemiology at Harvard Medicine School of Public Health, tells TODAY.com.

What's the healthiest energy drink? Avoid these 3 things, dietitians say

Charisma reveals that Megachurch pastor Joel Osteen has been criticized again for what are considered to be insensitive comments. On his Twitter/X account, the Texas preacher said the following.

Virginia ministers weigh in on Joel Osteen's comments about blessings

Virginia soap fans, there is an update that might shift things in Salem. Julie Dove portrays the whacky Connie Viniski on Days of Our Lives. Virginia viewers, like those elsewhere, believe she murdered Li Shin (Remington Hoffman).

Days of Our Lives Spoilers: Julie Dove teases that someone other than Connie may have murdered Li

Welcome to Start TODAY. Sign up for our Start TODAY newsletter to receive daily inspiration sent to your inbox — and join us on Instagram!. We all know the importance of stretching. I encourage all of my clients to stretch before and after their workouts to help prevent muscle soreness and reduce the likelihood of injury — plus throughout the day to combat the effects of sitting!

What is dynamic stretching — and when is the best time to do it?

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Ryan Seacrest reacts to Carrie Underwood returning to 'American Idol' as judge: 'Welcome home'

Carrie Underwood is returning to her “American Idol” roots. The country music superstar and former “Idol” Season Four winner is the new judge for the franchise's...

Ryan Seacrest reacts to Carrie Underwood returning to 'American Idol' as judge: 'Welcome home'

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