Legendary talk show host Phil Donahue dies at age 88

Legendary talk show host Phil Donahue has died at age 88. Multiple outlets confirmed on Monday, August 12th that Donahue “passed away peacefully following a long illness.” A statement shared by his family read that Donahue ‘died at his home surrounded by his family, including his wife of 44 years, actor Marlo Thomas, his sister, …

Barack Obama shares his 2024 ‘Summer Playlist’ ft. Beyonce, Billie Eilish, Charli XCX, Sting and more

Former president Barack Obama has shared his annual summer playlist, which he revealed on social media along with the caption: “With summer winding down, I wanted to share some songs that I’ve been listening to lately – and it wouldn’t be my playlist if it didn’t include an eclectic mix. I hope you find something new …

Georgia deputy killed after ambush while responding to domestic dispute call

A Georgia sheriff’s deputy was killed while responding to a domestic dispute in a home near the city of Hiram on Saturday night, in what police said was an ambush on officers by a suspect who took his own life. Hiram is about 30 miles west of Atlanta. Deputy Brandon Cunningham, 30, and another deputy …

10 hospitalized, nearly 100 sickened due to extreme heat at Colorado Springs air show

Extreme heat at the Pikes Peak Air Show at the Colorado Springs Municipal Airport in Colorado Springs (about 81 miles south of Denver) on Saturday afternoon caused around 100 people to seek emergency treatment for heat-related illness, 10 of whom were hospitalized. Colorado Springs Airport officials said that the majority of patients were treated by …

Minnesota Vikings and CB Stephon Gilmore agree to one-year contract worth up to $10M

Veteran cornerback Stephon Gilmore and the Minnesota Vikings have agreed to a one-year contract worth up to $10 million with $7 million guaranteed (per ESPN’s Adam Schefter). Gilmore, a two-time first-team All-Pro, is the fifth cornerback acquisition the Vikings have made this summer. Minnesota has been working to mend the cornerback, signing veterans Byron Murphy, …

Las Vegas Raiders name Gardner Minshew starting quarterback for Week 1

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce told reporters Sunday that Gardner Minshew II will be the team’s starter for the season opener against the Los Angeles Chargers (per Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network). Minshew, who signed with the Raiders as a free agent this offseason, prevailed in the Raiders’ quarterback competition against second-year …

Additional performers and presenters revealed for 17th Annual ACM Honors

The Academy of Country Music has announced additional performers and presenters for the 17th Annual ACM Honors, taking place this Wednesday (Aug. 21) at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, hosted by Carly Pearce and Jordan Davis, who will also both take the stage at the event. The Academy posted on its socials: “JUST ANNOUNCED #ACMhonors just got …

Maura Tierney joins ‘Law & Order’ Season 24

Two-time Emmy nominee Maura Tierney is joining the cast of the NBC drama Law & Order for its upcoming Season 24.  Per TVLine, Tierney will play a police lieutenant on the long-running crime drama. Tierney joins an ensemble cast that also includes Mehcad Brooks, Reid Scott, Hugh Dancy and Odelya Halevi; her casting comes after …

Kaley Cuoco announces her engagement to Tom Pelphrey

Kaley Cuoco has announced her engagement to Tom Pelphrey, sharing a series of posts on social media showing off her engagement ring.  Cuoco and Pelphrey share daughter Matilda Carmine Richie Pelphrey, who was born in March of 2023. “The Big Bang Theory” star announced first revealed her engagement to longtime boyfriend Pelphrey on her Instagram …

Post Malone drops deluxe LP ‘F-1 Trillion: Long Bed’ with nine new songs

Post Malone‘s debut country album F-1 Trillion arrived Friday, and shortly thereafter Posty dropped the deluxe version of the LP titled F-1 Trillion: Long Bed, featuring the original 18 tracks, as well as nine additional songs. Post shared the news on his socials, writing: “9 more solo records. F-1 Trillion: Long Bed out now :)” …