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WWE has gone through a lot of changes over the last few years and a number of wrestlers have been released from the company. Last year Matt Riddle was released from WWE, but he’s still actively competing inside the ring. During his run with WWE, Matt Riddle worked with...

Released WWE Star Confirms Backstage Heat With Roman Reigns

We’ve seen some interesting WWE departures this year as Becky Lynch finished up with the company a few months ago and Beth Phoenix recently confirmed that her contract with WWE has expired as well. Now it seems that another big name is done with the company as Bobby Lashley...

Former WWE Champion Removed From The Roster

Over the last few years some big names have appeared on The Bump, and Roman Reigns appeared on the show in August of 2021. It just so happens that former WWE star Matt Riddle was also scheduled for the same episode, but they didn’t end up interacting with each other.

Former Star Had To Be Kept Off WWE Show During A Roman Reigns Appearance

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While the WWE has not seen the Beast Incarnate Brock Lesnar in a while due to his hiatus, he is living life. However, a recent image shows a very different Lesnar. In a recent photo from @ultraxfarmerjock on Instagram (via @highspotpodcast), Lesnar is seen donning a cowboy hat. He also changed his beard to the […]
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Brock Lesnar looks unrecognizable in recent photo amid WWE hiatus

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WWE Friday Night SmackDown took place at the Kia Center in Orlando, and Jacob Fatu of The Bloodline returned to help take out Roman Reigns.

WWE SmackDown Results: Jacob Fatu Returns, The Bloodline Takes Out Roman Reigns

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It’s well-known that Matt Riddle was far from popular with his colleagues during his time with WWE, managing to anger stars like Goldberg, Brock Lesnar, and Seth Rollins. And now it has been confirmed by Matt Camp on his YouTube show that Riddle also had heat with Roman Reigns, resulting in WWE employees making a point of keeping the duo separated when they appeared on The Bump, even though Reigns was only on the screen. The former WWE presenter didn’t disclose the issue between the two talents, although it’s known that the former UFC fighter once told Bleacher Report that he could beat Reigns in a real fight. And while this is likely true, it clearly wasn’t wise to say this out loud, considering Reigns’ status in the company. 38-year-old Riddle was released by WWE last September after he allegedly caused a scene at JFK airport while intoxicated. However, considering he also failed wellness tests and upset his coworkers, it could have just been the straw that broke the camel’s back. Still, despite this, Riddle seemingly has little trouble getting bookings, as since departing WWE, he has worked for MLW in the US, AAA in Mexico, and NJPW in Japan.

WWE Employees Kept Former Talent Away From Roman Reigns Due To Real-Life Heat

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(IowaStormCenter.com) -- A strong pacific storm system will get underway later tonight with severe thunderstorms and heavy rain. The first round of the one-two punch event is hitting across western Iowa this morning. Then the focus will be across southwest Iowa for severe thunderstorm development by this evening with threats for hail, damaging winds, heavy rainfall and a couple of isolated tornadoes.

Severe Thunderstorm/Heavy Rainfall Threat Tonight.

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The women’s tag team division is heating up a bit in WWE. The Unholy Union has a firm grasp on the titles, and there are several teams chasing them. One is the former champions, Bianca Belair and Jade Cargill. It looks like things are leading to a big four-way match between the teams at the top of the hunt, but fans should keep an eye on the partnership between Cargill and Belair as another loss increases the chances of a turn.

Jade Cargill will turn on Bianca Belair

Overnight, Bobby Lashley and MVP were moved to the Alumni section of the WWE.com website following reports of their contracts expiring. Mike Johnson of PWInsider.com noted the following about the matter…. “PWInsider.com can also confirm each have been removed from the company’s internal roster. With the expiration of their WWE...

Bobby Lashley and MVP officially gone from WWE

WWE released the following statement after learning of the death of Hall of Famer Afa Anoa’i:. WWE is saddened to learn that Afa Anoa’i Sr. — a WWE Hall of Famer and one-half of the iconic Wild Samoans tag team — has passed away. Anoa’i was...

Roman Reigns, Triple H & WWE Release Statements On The Passing Of Afa Anoa’i

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Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

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A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

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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

Certain zodiac signs dread being single. They are emotional and like communicating with their partners. Yet, some signs aren’t lucky in love. They take long to find a suitable partner and start a new relationship. However, August 17 is a memorable day for three lonely zodiac signs who will fall in love shortly.

3 Zodiac Signs Whose Loneliness Ends on August 17, 2024

Hollywood child stardom has taken its toll on many actors through the decades. Lani O'Grady, for one, found fame in the 1970s on the TV family series, Eight is Enough. O'Grady followed in the footsteps of her brother, actor Don Grady, an original Mouseketeer and member of another popular TV family show: My Three Sons. Their mother, Mary B. Grady, was a talent agent who represented several child actors. But Lani, who would also eventually become an agent, died in 2001 just one week before what would have been her 47th birthday.

TV's 'Eight is Enough' Star Lani O'Grady Found Fame Early in Life but Died a Tragic Death

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The new Bloodline reigned supreme on SmackDown

Jacob Fatu Overpowers Roman Reigns

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Soul food, a favorite from the South, is loved by many Floridians who used to live up North. Florida is home to popular soul food places like Seth's and Happy Soul. Unfortunately, another favorite, Angel's Soul Food in Sanford, has been closed after a state inspection.

Florida soul food restaurant found with debris, "Mold-Like" substance, and raw sewage on the floor

Afa Anoa’i, known best in pro wrestling as one half of the Wild Samoans tag team, died today at age 81. His cause of death hasn’t been disclosed yet, although Anoa’i suffered two heart attacks in January. His daughter Vale Anoa’i wrote on Twitter/X that her dad also broke his back in two places and needed major surgery as a result and he also had two heart valves replaced. He had been in hospice care.

Afa Anoa’i, half of the Wild Samoans tag team, dead at 81, his daughter and his nephew Dwayne Johnson pay tribute

The August 16tg WWE SmackDown took place from the KIA Center in Orlando, Florida and was broadcast on FOX. Here were the big news items from the show. -The Street Profits defeated DIY and have earned a future shot at the WWE tag team titles held by The Bloodline. They will get their shot next week.

CM Punk Has A Message For Drew McIntyre On 08/19 Raw, Street Profits Earn Title Shot and more From WWE SmackDown

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Three men and a woman have been arrested on murder charges in connection with the fatal shooting of Charles Jones , a Jacksonville rapper known as Julio Foolio,” outside a hotel in Tampa.

4 arrested in slaying of Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio

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WWE SMACKDOWN RESULTS (8/16): Keller’s report on Roman Reigns appearance, Nia Jax celebration with Tiffany, DIY vs. Street Profits, Andrade vs. Carmello, Owens vs. Waller

JOIN US LIVE ON YOUTUBE TONIGHT FOR THE VIDEO-FORMAT OF OUR LIVE POST-SHOWS…. PWTorch editor Wade Keller will be joined by PWTorch’s Darrin Lillly to review...

WWE SMACKDOWN RESULTS (8/16): Keller’s report on Roman Reigns appearance, Nia Jax celebration with Tiffany, DIY vs. Street Profits, Andrade vs. Carmello, Owens vs. Waller

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