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Simone Biles makes heartfelt confession about biological grandparents

Before every event, Simone Biles says she scans the arena looking for her mom and dad – her biological grandparents – who give her the comfort and “calm” she needs to slay the competition. The ...

Former contestant to replace Katy Perry as newest ‘American Idol’ judge: ‘Welcome home’

Carrie Underwood has been announced as the newest judge for American Idol. The Grammy Award-winning singer will replace Katy Perry, who revealed earlier this year that she would be leaving the show after sitting at ...

Richard ‘Kinky’ Friedman, celebrated country music singer, dies at 79 after Parkinson’s battle

The country music scene last month mourned the tragic loss of beloved singer Richard “Kinky” Friedman, who passed away at his home in Texas in late June, aged 79. As per an update shared via ...

Southwest Airlines announces major changes to their boarding process

For the first time in its history, Southwest Airlines will assign seats to its customers. For more than 50 years, the airline has allowed customers to choose their seats when they board their flight, but ...

Billy Ray Cyrus delivers emotional performance at funeral of slain firefighter

Billy Ray Cyrus paid tribute to Corey Comperatore, the firefighter who was tragically killed at a Donald Trump rally in Pennsylvania. The country star, aged 62, performed at Comperatore’s funeral on Friday, July 19, to ...

Local meteorologists react as tornado warning sounds during live broadcast

For the second night in a row, people living near Chicago were forced to take cover as strong thunderstorms passed through the area. On Monday, a total of 16 tornado warnings were issued by the ...

Ingrid Andress performs unforgettable rendition of the national anthem at MLB Home Run Derby

Last night, country singer Ingrid Andress stunned the crowd watching the MLB Home Run Derby with her own rendition of the national anthem. Most agreed her version was among the top, if not the worst ...

Brittany Mahomes expecting third child with husband, NFL quarterback Patrick Mahomes

Congratulations are in order for the Mahomes family! In a joint Instagram post, Brittany, 28, and Patrick Mahomes, 28, announced the couple are expecting their third child together. “Round three, here we come ?,” the ...

Shelley Duvall, iconic actress of “The Shining” and “Popeye,” dead at 75

Shelley Duvall, the iconic actress known for playing Wendy Torrance in The Shining and her acclaimed work with director Robert Altman, has died at 75. Her longtime partner Dan Gilroy confirmed her death to the ...

‘The Bodyguard’ and ‘Air Bud’ actor, Bill Cobbs, dead at 90

Bill Cobbs, a beloved veteran actor known for his roles in The Bodyguard, Air Bud, and Night at the Museum, passed away peacefully at his home in Riverside, California, on Tuesday, June 25. He was ...