Brittney Griner signs deal with Phoenix Mercury to return to WNBA

WBNA star Brittney Griner, who was detained in Russia for nearly 10 months on drug charges, has signed a one-year contract with the Phoenix Mercury. According to ESPN and The New York Times, the 32-year-old Griner signed a $165,100 contract with the Mercury on Saturday. Griner was drafted by the team in 2013 and has …

Kellie Pickler’s husband, songwriter Kyle Jacobs, dies at age 49

Country music songwriter Kyle Jacobs, husband of country singer Kellie Pickler, has died at age 49. Nashville’s Metro Police Department confirmed that Jacobs was found dead at the couple’s home on Friday, Feb. 17. The Nashville Police Department shared that it received a 911 call to Pickler’s home on Friday afternoon around 1:21 PM. Police …

Sam Hunt releases his latest song, ‘Walmart’

Sam Hunt has released his new song “Walmart,” the follow-up to his latest tracks “Start Nowhere” and “Water Under the Bridge. “  “Walmart” was co-written by Hunt with Zach Crowell, Shane McAnally, and Josh Osborne. Upon the song’s release, Hunt posted on his social media: “I know I don’t put out as much music as …

‘The People’s Court’ and ‘Judge Mathis’ canceled after more than two decades

The People’s Court and Judge Mathis and have both been canceled, and will end their runs at the end of their current seasons. Judge Mathis, which has been on the air for 24 seasons, follows Judge Greg Mathis as he lays down the law and gives sentences to those in his courtroom. The show won …

‘Law & Order: SVU’ star Richard Belzer dies at age 78

Actor and comedian Richard Belzer passed away on Feb. 19 at age 78. Belzer passed away at his home in Bozouls in southwest France. Writer Bill Scheft, a longtime friend of the actor, told The Hollywood Reporter, “He had lots of health issues … and his last words were, ‘F–k you, motherf–ker.’” Belzer was perhaps …

Paul Rudd Shares His Choice for the Marvel Superhero With the ‘Lamest Powers’

During a recent episode of Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen, Paul Rudd played a round of “Plead the Fifth,” where host Cohen tried to get him to shade his co-stars. When asked “Which of the Marvel superheroes has the lamest powers… and is it Hawkeye?” Cohen quipped, referencing Jeremy Renner’s arrow-slinging vigilante. Rudd …

Black Panther Actor Letitia Wright Retract Her Comments About “Black Panther 3” Being “Already In The Works”

A month ago, Marvel Actor Letitia Wright was questioned on the Golden Globes red carpet when fans asked if they should expect a part 3 to the Black Panther sequel. She responded: “I think it’s already in the works. … It’s gonna take a while, but really excited for you guys to see that.” Fans …

Report states energy costs could push 141 million into extreme poverty

Investigators from several nations such Netherlands, the United Kingdom, China and the United States have researched the impact that the Russia-Ukraine war has caused on the economy. The Journal Nature Energy published the report where shows that the household spending increased 4.8% on average.   Editorial credit: Michael Vi / Shutterstock.com

Packers RB Aaron Jones Agrees to Restructure Deal for 2023 Season

Green Bay Packers and star running back Aaron Jones came to agreement to restructure his contract for the upcoming 2023 football season. This means that the Packers have plans on keeping Jones on the roster for at least 1 more season. Jones signed a massive 4-year $48 million deal back in 2021. This year Jones …

Ohio train derailment is causing local community speculation

Almost two weeks ago a cargo train derailed in East Palestine, Ohio. The train was carrying toxic materials which have contaminated not only the air and soil but also the water nearby. Commentators have even compared the situation to the 1986 nuclear disaster of Chernobyl.     Editorial credit: Rosamar / Shutterstock.com