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Russell Brand Details ‘Difficult’ Journey With Faith After Converting to Christianity (VIDEO)
Russell Brand took to social media opening up about the lesson he's learned since converting to Christianity. "I’ve been a Christian for 3 months, and this is what I’m feeling," the 49-year-old captioned a video on Instagram Tuesday (July 9). Brand reflecting on how it felt to be...
Kevin Costner’s ‘Horizon’ Sequel Pulled From August Release
Fans eagerly waiting for the sequel to Kevin Costner's Horizon: An American Saga will not be happy to hear the film's release has been delayed. Deadline reports Chapter 2 will not be hitting theaters on Aug. 16 as it was originally scheduled. In fact, it may not be hitting theaters...
Wichita Falls Police Searching For Man Wanted For Multiple HVAC Scams
Do you know the whereabouts of the suspect in several HVAC scams?. John Dewayne Hennan of Hennan Heating and Air has been arrested for taking money from victims for HVAC services and not performing the agreed-upon services on multiple occasions. In recent months, he has been arrested for two known...
This New Trick Shows Soaring Increase In Price Of Groceries
Grocery prices are insane. Anyone who has bought any food over the past few years knows that prices have sky rocketed. Back in May experts pegged the increase since 2020 at more than 25 percent. But many across social media have found a little trick that is telling a much...
Where Does the Phrase ‘Bob’s Your Uncle’ Come From and Who is Bob?
I heard the phrase "...and Bob's Your Uncle" a couple times in the last couple of weeks in a couple of movies or television shows. I had no idea what it meant and it wasn't the first time I heard it I just never really thought about researching the phrase until now. I feel like I'm hearing it more and more.
Every State Where They’ve Made it Illegal to Have a Drink During Happy Hour
It may be "five o'clock somewhere," but that doesn't mean that it is happy hour everywhere. The concept of "happy hour," a period after typical work hours when discounts are offered to bar and restaurant patrons, is a bit of an American institution. You had a hard day of work and you now deserve a cold one and a plate of nachos.
Two Major Changes Coming to Target Stores Immediately
Who doesn't love a nice shopping spree at Target. Well, unless you spend way more than you want to and have shoppers remorse after the fact. Hey we've all been there so no judgement on my part. Shopping at any big box store can get a bit harried when they're...
Millions Of Texans Without Power And Where Is The Governor?
Hurricane Beryl hit the Texas coast hard. The hurricane hit the Texas coast knocking out power for about two-million people (1.3 million are still without power this morning). Standing water was ten inches deep in some areas. The destructive damage of the hurricane level winds and flood waters are well past any threshold deemed a "natural disaster" yet the Governor is not in Texas. Instead, the Governor is on a privately funded trip to Taiwan and elsewhere.
George Clooney and These Other Celebrities Want Joe Biden to Drop Out of the 2024 Presidential Race
George Clooney is calling for President Joe Biden to drop out of the 2024 presidential race just weeks after hosting a fundraiser for his reelection campaign. "In the last four years, he's won many of the battles he's faced. But the one battle he cannot win is the fight against time. None of us can. It's devastating to say it, but the Joe Biden I was with three weeks ago at the fund-raiser was not the Joe 'big F-ing deal' Biden of 2010," Clooney wrote in an op-ed for The New York Times.
Texas State Trooper Saves Dog From Traffic and Torrential Rain
Heartwarming Heroics: Texas State Trooper's Daring Dog Rescue Amidst Torrential Rain. Well if the video at the bottom of this article isn't the most heartwarming thing you see all day, we don't know what is. Apparently Texas Department of Public Safety cops don't just hide on the side of highways...
Watch Texas Man Bust a Move During Flooding Rain
Texas Man’s Epic Dance Moves Bring Joy Amidst Houston Flooding. During a torrential downpour that left much of Houston underwater, one local resident decided to turn the gloomy weather into a cause for celebration. As rain poured down and streets began to flood, a man was caught on camera...
Kevin Costner’s ‘Horizon Chapter 2’ Pulled From Planned Release
Kevin Costner’s ambitious Horizon: An American Saga was intended to utilize a unique release schedule; Costner shot multiple parts of the movie back-to-back, and planned the releases of the first two “chapters” (through Warner Bros.’ New Line Cinema) just a few months apart. The first chapter, which is three hours long all on its own, debuted on June 28, with Chapter 2 intended to arrive in mid-August.
How Trailers Are Making a Comeback Thanks to Rising Home Prices + TikTok
With mortgage rates as high as they are, its no surprise that tiny homes and trailers are coming back into popularity. Who doesn't want a home, some land and no house payments? Many people on TikTok are showing off their viral fixer-upper trailer remodels and proving that with some hard work and dedication you can create a home of your own affordably.
These 5 Fast-Food Chains are the Most Hated in Texas
Unfortunately, the usual suspects dominate the list of the least favorite fast-food chains in Texas. Fast-food is a staple of the typical American’s diet. Not only is it popular for its convenience, but fast-food restaurants’ offerings are also typically more budget-friendly than their sit-down counterparts. Analyzing Tripadvisor reviews...
Dollywood Edges Out Disney in New List of Top Attractions
Dolly Parton is Queen Bee when it comes to theme parks across the United States. The country singer's amusement park, Dollywood, has been named Tripadvisor's No. 1 Amusement & Water Park for 2024, edging out Disney World. Tripadvisor recently released the 2024 edition of the Traveler's Choice Awards Best of...
Is Brad Pitt Allowed to See His Kids With Angelina Jolie?
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's kids have a notoriously rocky relationship with their father following the couple's divorce. Now, shortly after their 18-year-old daughter Shiloh filed to legally change her last name from Jolie-Pitt to just Jolie, a source told People that the actor has "virtually no contact" with his adult children.
Nicolas Cage Is ‘Terrified’ About the Rise of AI
Nicolas Cage is "terrified" about being "replaced" by artificial intelligence. The Dream Scenario actor has been digitally scanned for his upcoming role in MGM+ and Amazon Prime Video's live action Spider-Man Noir series, and he is wary about what the process might mean for the future of Hollywood. Explaining why...
Get Ready Wichita Falls, Texas Law Enforcement Step Up Efforts on Speeding
If you're someone that has got the need for speed, may want to ease up on the gas pedal the next few weeks. Every day since November 7, 2000 someone has died on a Texas road. Sadly, many of these deaths could have been avoided. The State of Texas has determined that 1/5 of crashes in our state, speed was the highest factor for the crash. Speeding typically happens when the weather is nicer in Texas. So law enforcement will be out more frequently the next few weeks once Operation Slow Down begins.
Eric Roberts Is ‘Not Supposed to Talk About’ Sister Julia or Daughter Emma
Eric Roberts has claimed he's "not supposed to talk about" his famous family members. The 68-year-old actor - who has starred in the likes of The Pope of Greenwich Village, The Dark Knight and Babylon over the years, admitted he often finds it hard not to open up about his sister Julia Roberts, or his daughter Emma Roberts.
The Price of Postage Is About to Go Up… Again
The next time you grab a book of stamps or head to the post office to send something off, expect to pay more. The United States Postal Service announced their postage rates are increasing for the second time this year and changes are expected to go into effect on Sunday, July 14.
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