Chris Evans is named People Magazine’s ‘Sexiest Man Alive’

People Magazine has named actor Chris Evans this year’s ‘Sexiest Man Alive.’ The big reveal was made on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” with help from John Oliver and Dwayne Johnson. It was also revealed by the publication, which announced that Evans landed the distinction and corresponding cover. The 41-year-old Evans follows last year’s …

Steve Bannon prison sentence is delayed after appealing his contempt conviction

The prison sentence of former chief White House strategist Steve Bannon was delayed on Monday after Bannon appealed his conviction on two counts of criminal contempt of Congress. Bannon was sentenced to four months in prison more than two weeks ago after being convicted of contempt of Congress in July. Judge Carl Nichols of the U.S. District …

Department of Justice to monitor voting rights across 24 states

The Justice Department will send monitors to 24 states to ensure compliance with federal voting rights laws in Tuesday’s elections. The action comes as civil rights groups and the federal government have raised alarm over potential voter intimidation at some polling places and ballot boxes. The 64 jurisdictions where federal monitors will be dispatched include the …

Indianapolis Colts name Jeff Saturday interim coach after firing of Frank Reich

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay announced on Monday the firing of head coach Frank Reich after a 3–5–1 start to the season, which included a blowout loss at New England on Sunday.  Irsay also announced that six-time Pro Bowl center and current ESPN NFL analyst Jeff Saturday has been named interim coach – despite never coaching at …

NY Giants safety Xavier McKinney to miss four games with hand injury

NY Giants safety Xavier McKinney will miss at least four games as a result of the hand injury he suffered on a trip to Cabo during the team’s bye week. McKinney announced on Monday morning that he hurt his hand while riding an ATV during the trip. Initially McKinney said he would be sidelined for “a few …

Kane Brown added as headliner for 2023 Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam

Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam announced that Kane Brown will join Morgan Wallen, Miranda Lambert and Hardy as the fourth and final headliner for the 11th annual Country On The Coast music festival, scheduled for June 1-4, 2023 at Frank Brown Park in beautiful Panama City Beach. Gulf Coast Jam executive producer Rendy Lovelady said of Brown: …

Blake Shelton announces deluxe album ‘Cheers, It’s Christmas’

Blake Shelton announced an extended edition of his 2012 holiday album, dubbed Cheers, It’s Christmas (Super Deluxe). The 20-track project includes collaborations with Reba McEntire, Kelly Clarkson, and Michael Bublé, and will be available on Nov. 11.  Shelton tweeted: “We’re in the super deluxe spirit this year, y’all!!! “Cheers, it’s Christmas (Super Deluxe)” – featuring 3 new songs …

Rebel Wilson announces birth of first baby via surrogate

Rebel Wilson announced on Instagram the birth of her first child, a daughter named Royce Lillian whom she welcomed via surrogate on Nov. 7. The “Pitch Perfect” star wrote on Instagram next to a pic of baby Royce in a onesie: “Beyond proud to announce the birth of my first child, Royce Lillian, born this …

Jimmy Kimmel back to host the 2023 Oscars ceremony

Jimmy Kimmel will return to host the Academy Awards for a third time. The Academy announced Monday: Introducing your 95th Academy Awards host, Jimmy Kimmel. Welcome back! Tune into ABC to watch the Oscars LIVE on Sunday, March 12th at 8e/5p! #Oscars95″. Kimmel previously helmed the ceremony in 2017 and 2018. Kimmel said in a statement: …

Philadelphia shooting leaves 9 injured outside bar

At least nine people were injured in a mass shooting in Philadelphia after multiple gunmen fired at least 40 shots at a crowd gathered on a sidewalk outside a bar late Saturday night, authorities said. The assailants fled the scene in the Kensington section of the city in a vehicle and remained at large. Authorities said that …