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Discovery Channel's Gold Rush has developed quite a fan base since it first premiered in 2010. The original series followed miners as they worked hard to discover "gold in them thar hills." In all seriousness, these miners go through a lot on the show to find the precious metal, and it makes sense that viewers became as enthralled with the men themselves as they were with their adventures in seeking out gold. One man audiences fell in love with is Freddy Dodge, who is a gold mining master. Freddy's popularity was so immense that Discovery Channel gave him his own...

Here's an Update on 'Gold Rush' Star Freddy Dodge's Health

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In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

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"Baby why you gotta be so mean?" The zodiac is a fascinating system that many people turn to for insights into personality traits, behaviors, and compatibility. While every zodiac sign has its unique strengths and challenges, some signs are often perceived as being a bit more sharp-edged, vindictive or difficult (to say the least) to deal with. In this article, we'll delve into the four zodiac signs commonly considered the "meanest," exploring the characteristics that contribute to this perception and how these traits manifest in their interactions with others. To lighten the mood, we'll include some funny quotes about each sign's mean streak.

The 4 Meanest Signs in the Zodiac

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

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"I apologize that we were unable to get H2M properly to you guys and release as we would have liked."

According to a creator of the ambitious H2M Modern Warfare 2 mod shuttered by Activision, the multi-billion dollar corporation was worried the free project would disrupt Black Ops 6's sales

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If you’re a fan of hearty Italian meals without the hassle of cooking, you might be feeling a bit nostalgic. Buca di Beppo, the Orlando-based chain known for its family-style Italian feasts, is closing its doors—not just one, but 14 locations!

A Much-Loved Italian Restaurant in Florida Has Closed, and the Company Will Also Close 13 More

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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

The release date has been announced for the upcoming action-adventure game, The Plucky Squire. The cute-looking title is set to release on September 17, 2024, on Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X, PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. The news comes alongside an announcement that it will be available for PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium members, as a day-one title for the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog when it releases next month. You can watch the release date announcement video below.

The Plucky Squire Release Date Announced Alongside PlayStation Plus Reveal

In the charmingly delightful world of astrology, you should know that each of the zodiac signs carries a specific set of traits. Those characteristics influence how individuals navigate the challenges they may meet in life. Some signs are known for their over-the-top boldness. These are the people who usually have such a strong willingness to face conflicts head-on.

3 Zodiac Signs That Hate Confrontation

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	Fede Álvarez understands that there’s a thin line between an homage, a follow-up and a rip-off.'Alien: Romulus' Director on the Ending's Insane New Monster and Resurrecting [SPOILER] From 'Alien': His Family 'Was on Board With This Idea'




	His first film, a remake of Sam Raimi’s “The Evil Dead,” leaned more heavily into the grueling horror of the 1981 low-budget original than its more comical 1986 predecessor, revitalizing the franchise in the process. After launching his own series with “Don’t Breathe,” he cowrote and directed “The Girl in the Spider’s Web,” a sequel to David Fincher’s “The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo”...

‘Alien: Romulus’ Director Fede Álvarez on the Film’s Pivot from Hulu to Theaters and How it Unites the Franchise Timeline: ‘We Have to Embrace Them All’

Black Ops 6 brings round-based Zombies back to the fray, with two exciting launch maps and more expected to arrive through seasonal updates. There are so many iconic Call of Duty Zombies maps that players have poured hundreds of hours into over the years, and Treyarch isn’t opposed to resurrecting them, as we’ve seen in the past with BO3’s Zombies Chronicles.

Zombies maps that need to return in Black Ops 6

Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

In the late 1960s, actress Teresa Graves made her debut on TV's irreverent sketch show, Laugh-In, which also helped to launch the careers of those like Goldie Hawn, Ruth Buzzi, Joanne Worley, Judy Carne, and more.

'Laugh-In'/'Get Christie Love' Actress Teresa Graves and Her Tragic Death in a Fire: A Look Back


				
	“Twisters” is barreling towards streaming. The Glen Powell-led action-romance, also starring Daisy Edgar-Jones, is now available to rent/purchase on Prime Video and Apple TV+ for $19.99.Daisy Edgar-Jones Is the Summer's Breakout Star. Can She Be the Next Julia Roberts?


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	The film became an immediate smash hit upon its release in theaters last month, taking home an impressive $81.25 million during opening weekend — far above expectations, and propelling it to blockbuster status. In addition to benefitting from nostalgia — “Twisters” is a standalone sequel to the 1996 disaster epic of the same name — it was...

‘Twisters’ Is Now Available to Watch From Home

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[We use AI tools to help us create our content more efficiently, but all data is verified prior to publishing.]. Meet Herron Abney III, affectionately known as "Tripp," a baby who has been defying the odds since his very first breath.

Mobile Baby Born Under 1 Pound Turns One

Hatsune Miku is an icon, which means we see tons of Nendoroids and figures of the Vocaloid. They constantly keep appearing, with tons available from Good Smile Company. To help with selecting which ones to pick up, here are some neat ones you can buy or pre-order in 2024. Best...

Best Hatsune Miku Nendoroids You Need to Check Out This Year

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Made famous in 2000 by former First Lady Laura Bush, these cowboy cookies are an updated twist on a traditional oatmeal cookie, trading raisins for chocolate chips, pecans, and shredded coconut. (We've swapped out the shortening as well!) To take it a step further, you can also toast the coconut and pecans for enhanced nuttiness. Here's what you'll need for about 18 cookies:

Cowboy Cookies

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David Heitz

More dangerous substances are entering the Denver drug supply, Harm Reduction Action Center warned in a newsletter this week. “The Iron Law of Prohibition posits that as law enforcement becomes more intense, the potency of prohibited substances increases,” HRAC Executive Director Lisa Raville wrote in the newsletter. That is exactly what is happening, she said.

Dangerous substances entering Denver drug supply

Mortal Kombat 1 features a vast roster of fighters from new and returning faces. Here’s a full list of every character you can use in the game. Mortal Kombat 1 is the latest entry in Netherrealm Studios’ beloved fighting game franchise. As well as its standard modes, the game introduced a new RPG-inspired Invasion mode and includes a sizeable roster of characters.

Mortal Kombat 1 roster: All characters & Kameo fighters

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CJ Coombs

Denny's was once a staple of the American diner landscape. In recent years, it has had its ups and downs, especially post-pandemic. The dining habits of people also change. Some customers have a more discerning taste.

Denny's: a legacy of serving customers for over 65 years including 27 locations in Missouri

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KFC Teases Upcoming Umamusume Collaboration

The KFC Japan X (formerly known as Twitter) account has posted a teaser for an upcoming Umamusume: Pretty Derby collaboration or event. More information about it...

KFC Teases Upcoming Umamusume Collaboration

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