Elon Musk might buy Twitter after all. A deal between the wealthiest person in the world and one of the most famous social media platforms is back on track. Twitter reported that it intended to close the deal at $54.20 per share after receiving Musk’s letter. But the company has refrained from indicating that it is abandoning its lawsuit against Tesla’s billionaire CEO. Experts commented that this was meaningful given the lack of trust and the contentious relationship between the two parties. In a statement, Twitter said, “We received the letter from the Musk parties which they have filed with…
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In an episode of Table Manners, Shania Twain describes a dream dinner she had with media mogul Oprah Winfrey, which quickly became sour when they started discussing religion. The Canadian-born singer, 57, recently recalled one of her “most memorable dinners” with the 68-year-old talk-show icon during an appearance on the “Table Manners” podcast. The podcast is hosted by Jennie and Lennie Ware. WATCH the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gkWBVdoNd4E On the podcast, Ware, 37, sparked Twain’s story when she asked about a notable dinner in her life. The singer mentioned the ’90s, but it’s not clear when that specific dinner took place. After…
Whoopi Goldberg is lashing out at people criticizing The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power and House of the Dragon over their casting choices. Social media users have condemned the series on Prime Video and HBO for becoming “woke” and portraying people of color in the original fantasy worlds created by J.R.R. Tolkien and George R.R. Martin. Whoopi Goldberg responded to the critics by accusing them of having a problem with black actors in the movie. In addition, she reminded them that fantasy shows are fiction, adding that there are no dragons, no hobbits. “I want to start by…
At the New York State Fair, punk rockers Dropkick Murphys made their views on the MAGA movement clear. Dropkick Murphys frontman Ken Casey stated, “If you’re a real patriot, you won’t support the MAGA movement,” according to local reports. His rant sparked some chants of “Let’s Go Brandon” from the crowd while others were cheering. Casey was also quick to criticize “MAGA” hats for being made in China, while much of the merchandise of his group was made in America. He then directed his attention to the faction of Trump’s base that still thinks the election was stolen: ‘If you…
A number of Arab countries, including Saudi Arabia, Egypt and the United Arab Emirates, have called on Netflix to remove what they consider to be “offensive content.” The six-member Gulf Cooperation Council, which includes Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates, initially made the call to ban the streaming of movies and TV shows featuring same-gender relationships or interactions, such as between two biological men or two biological women. Egypt was quick to follow suit, releasing its own statement. According to the Gulf Cooperation Council, the offending programs “contravene Islamic societal values and principles.” Egypt went…
The excuse used by Tesla CEO Elon Musk in his attempt to renege on his $44 billion deal to buy Twitter due to an excessive number of bots is gaining momentum. First came the claims of the Twitter whistleblower. Then, Robert Iger, who served as the CEO of The Walt Disney Company between 2005 and 2020, came out with more details. He revealed that Disney determined that a large proportion of Twitter users were “not real” when the entertainment giant considered purchasing the social network in 2016. Bots are a piece of important information mentioned by Iger, something that he…
The 2022 MTV Video Music Awards night was marked by a political statement made by the songstress Lizzo. She used her winner’s speech to claim that laws in the U.S. were “oppressing us.” Lizzo, 34, won in several categories at the awards, with one being Video for Good for her hit About Damn Time. The “Good as Hell” singer admitted she didn’t know what the “music video for good” award meant. But she said that she was grateful for the votes of her fans who helped her win the trophy. “B****! Thank you so much, thank you to Christian [Breslauer],…
Defendant Alec Baldwin is being sued again by the widow and sisters of a US Marine killed in Afghanistan during the chaotic 2021 military departure. They claim the actor exposed them to online vitriol following accusations he made against one of the women. They are seeking at least $25 million in damages. According to the New York Post, an initial complaint was filed by the family in Wyoming, but it was dismissed in May because the court has no jurisdiction over Baldwin, who is a resident of New York. A second complaint was filed by the family last Friday in…
It’s now official: “Top Gun: Maverick” has surpassed “Avengers: Infinity War” as the sixth highest-grossing film in domestic box office history. Thirteen weeks into its run on the big screen, “Top Gun: Maverick” has taken in $683 million in North America, sufficient to move past Marvel’s “Avengers: Infinity War”. To become 5th, the next target on the list for Top Gun: Maverick is Black Panther with its $700 million in the box office. On the international front, “Top Gun: Maverick” has generated $720 million. It’s worth noting that the movie was not played in two major foreign markets: China and…
The forensic report from the Federal Bureau of Investigation into the October shooting death on the set of the film “Rust” has been released and reports suggest that Alec Baldwin pulled the trigger on the set of ‘Rust’ leading to the accidental death of Halyna Hutchins. Almost 10 months after the fatal “Rust” shooting, the FBI decided to provide the Santa Fe Sheriff’s Office with the full forensic report. According to ABC News which obtained a copy of the report, the gun that actor Alec Baldwin used when cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was fatally shot could not have been discharged unless…
An official report from the New Mexico Medical Investigator’s Office states that Alec Baldwin’s deadly shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of “Rust” was accidental. A medical investigator’s report and numerous FBI reports on the gun and ammunition recovered after the shooting were released by the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office. Based on a recent FBI analysis, it appeared that the gun would not have gone off without the trigger being pulled, disputing Baldwin’s claims that it did not. Charges in the case may still be filled. According to prosecutors, they will review the latest reports and await…
The picture posted by Hilaria Baldwin on Instagram caught the eye of everyone. She wrote a note to her husband, Alec Baldwin, about how his enemies are “seeking to destroy him.” The woman, 38, lauded her husband who is an actor in a long post about the “darkest part” of Hollywood. She talked about the efforts to “delegitimize” his “voice.” Her post featured a black-and-white photo of the pair. “To enter your world and become your person has been both a joy and an eye opening experience,” the yoga enthusiast wrote. “How many wonderful moments, meeting incredible people, doing amazing…
The somehow long-running Samantha Bee late-night series, Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, has been canceled at TBS. A spokesperson for TBS confirmed to PEOPLE that Bee’s Emmy Award-winning show will no longer be included in the current network’s programming. However, many people didn’t even realize the show was still on! This career blow could be the end of her short-lived time in late night talk shows. “As we continue to shape our new programming strategy, we’ve made some difficult, business-based decisions. Full Frontal with Samantha Bee will not return to TBS,” the spokesperson said. “We are proud to have been…
#SueTheView has been trending on Twitter after co-host Whoopi Goldberg smeared TPUSA. Goldberg said the conservative organization allowed neo-Nazis to attend their event in Tampa, Florida. She then tried to backtrack, offering a “quick clarification” to mention that the neo-Nazis were “outside protesters.” The founder of TPUSA, Charlie Kirk, said the group was exploring legal action against the show. He said in a tweet: “Talking to lawyers. Many think we have a strong case. You cannot smear minors as Nazis and get away with it. It impacts them for the rest of their life. #SueTheView” “The View” co-host Sara Haines…
Rock legend Pat Benatar says she stopped singing one of her most famous songs – “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” – as a gesture of respect for the victims of mass shootings in the United States. “I can’t say those words out loud with a smile on my face, I just can’t,” Benatar, 69, told the newspaper USA Today in an interview published on July 21st while referring to the lyrics of the 1980 smash hit. WATCH HER VIDEO ANYWAY: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JRgHol94Xc Benatar, who is currently on a tour across the country, said that “Hit Me With your best shot”…
Fans are seeking answers from Russian model Irina Shayk after accusations that she used the anti-Ukrainian symbol “Z” in a cryptic post on Instagram. The Instagram story of Shayk is the subject of much discussion online as she posted a photo of food with the caption “Russianzz,” and many are viewing it as support for Russia’s war effort in Ukraine. This is just sad considering it was simply a photograph of food and people jumped right to conclusions, forcing her to address the situation herself. While many online suggest that Shayk approves of Russian aggression, the model has previously expressed…
The former disgraced CNN anchor Chris Cuomo reportedly sought to become a firefighter. He was fired from the left-wing network last year in part for his role in the effort to help his brother, then-New York Democratic Governor Andrew Cuomo, accused of s-xual misconduct. Chris Cuomo had originally applied to be a volunteer firefighter with the East Hampton Fire Department. However, he was forced to withdraw his application because he found out after meeting with fire officials that he was not able to commit the time required for the position. Sources told The Daily Beast that Chris Cuomo “backed out”…
Government lawyers announced that they would not prosecute a production crew associated with “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert”. The crew members were arrested on charges of unlawful entry into a congressional building last month. WATCH WHAT HAPPENED: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9bZ9Jsb9TKk The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia stated that prosecutors determined that it was untenable to proceed with misdemeanor charges against the nine people arrested at the Longworth Office Building on June 16. In other words, they will not face prosecution and now social media users are livid, posting tons of backlash online. “The individuals, who entered the building…
Hillary and Chelsea Clinton are now officially documentary filmmakers. In a press release issued by both Apple TV+ and an Instagram post, Hillary Clinton announced on July 14th that she will be hosting an eight-part documentary series called “Gutsy” for the streaming service, with her daughter Chelsea. The documentary series will be following the mother-daughter duo as they engage in conversations with women who inspire them as they continue to make positive changes in their communities and set the path for those who will come after them. Apple TV+ released an intriguing statement promising viewers a chance to see “Hillary…
Alec Baldwin is facing criticism for his interview with alleged abuser Woody Allen while he remains accused of accidentally shooting his late “Rust” colleague Halyna Hutchins. “Like Baldwin’s career isn’t already hanging by a thread. What a dumb way to completely destroy it,” one person tweeted on July 12th ahead of Baldwin, 64, and Allen, 86, going live on Instagram. “Alec Baldwin, who shot and killed his employee 8 month ago, is live on instagram now with Woody Allen who is married to his daughter,” journalist Emily Miller noted. “Remember when Alec Baldwin literally killed a crew member on a…
Billionaire Bill Gates has again pledged to give away his wealth, adding that he will ultimately “drop off” the list of the world’s rich. This came as the Microsoft co-founder announced that he would donate $20 billion (£17 billion) to his philanthropic fund. However, the strategy behind his idea has already been criticized like it’s him just putting his money into another place that he’s connected to and some social media users ask: “what’s the difference?” The world’s fourth richest man declared that he had an “obligation” to give back his assets to society. Gates first pledged to hand over…
CNN is almost guaranteed to remain a favorite punchbag for Fox News Channel late-night host Greg Gutfeld, whose 11 p.m. show “Gutfeld!” has been a ratings powerhouse since it debuted just over a year ago now. July 11th, by the way, was also a big day for Gutfeld, signaling the debut of a newer, expanded studio for his show – the second most-watched late-night program on all of broadcast and cable. Greg Gutfeld brings the jokes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MB0UtKQSdVQ A milestone for CNN was marked on Monday, May 2, as new boss Chris Licht officially took the reins of the news network.…
The Peacock’s leading political voice has been spreading his feathers and scaring viewers away. Chuck Todd, the Meet The Press host who succeeded David Gregory in 2014, has dropped in his ratings period since taking over the coveted Sunday morning chair, Radar has learned exclusively. In top-secret ratings data that caught the attention of network chiefs, RadarOnline.com learned Meet The Press – the longest-running show in the history of television – recorded its worst-rated quarter over the April-May-June period. Todd reached a peak of more than 4 million viewers in the first quarter of 2017 (January-February-March) at the height of…
After being on the show for 21 seasons, Joy Behar suggested she would scheduled a departure date from “The View.” Behar, 77, is reportedly hoping to eventually step down as the liberal resident of the ABC daytime talk show after the end of her contract in the summer of 2022. She disclosed her plans in a new interview for the paperback of the nonfiction book “Ladies Who Punch: The Explosive Inside Story of ‘The View'” by Ramin Setoodeh of Variety. “I have a three-year contract,” Behar stated in the book. “But that doesn’t mean I can’t leave if I want…
Singer Macy Gray stirred a controversy saying the fact that people change their “parts” doesn’t make them women. The R&B and soul singer discussed issues on transgender identity and racial inequality with Piers Morgan during an interview. Gray had predicted during her appearance on “Piers Morgan Uncensored” that she would probably face a backlash for expressing her opinion. Once previews of her comments hit Twitter, the woke crowd promptly proved her right. “If I asked you what a woman is, what would you say?” Morgan stated. “I would say, ah, a human being with boobs,” Gray retorted, eliciting a small…