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The Three Most and Least Realistic Sci-Fi Movies According to NASA
How often do we watch movies and say, "That would never happen in real life," or "I wonder how realistic that is?" Not that we care, for the most part, since the hilarious, dramatic, or scary is part of Hollywood. It's escapism, and these questions usually come up with disaster films, medical dramas, and out-of-this-world sci-fi movies.
AHHH! First Measurable Snow of the Season Hits the Midwest
It's been very warm lately in Eastern Iowa. As I sit and type this the afternoon of October 21, it's 76 degrees. While far from unheard of, that's still well above average for this time in our neck of the woods. While we enjoy the warm temps, and a chance...
Retail Giant on Life Support After Bankruptcy Gets New Life in Stores
A retail store that went from hundreds of locations across the U.S. to none after bankruptcy is is being revived once again. It's been a long couple of years for retail stores and their once-dedicated shoppers who have since lost their favorite brands. It's really kind of hard to keep track of who has filed for bankruptcy, who only closed some stores and who shut things down for good.
Wedding Planner Refuses to Help With Son’s Wedding Because Bride Is ‘Always Late’
A retired wedding planner on Reddit refused to plan their son's wedding thanks to one of his future bride's frustrating habits. The parent explained that they were asked to plan the wedding since they also planned their daughter's big day. "I told them no and when asked why I told...
Get Out and Get Help If You Smell Fish in Your Home
You may be a total fish lover, eating it several times a week, but we know the smell dissipates. However, if things are smelling fishy and it's not from dinner, then you need to get out of your home and get help fast. Specifically, if the smell is a lingering...
Google Conjures Up 2024’s Top Halloween Costume Trends
The spooky season is upon us! As we creep closer to Halloween, it's time to make up your mind on what you want to dress up as (if you're dressing up). Costume choice is an important, so if you're looking for some inspiration (or want to know what to avoid so yours is "unique") we've got you covered. Thanks to Google Frieghtgeist, we know what's trending this year.
Keith Richards Honors Elvis Presley Guitarist at Hall of Fame
Keith Richards made a surprise appearance last night at the Country Music Hall of Fame induction ceremony for former Elvis Presley guitarist James Burton. The honoree was reportedly unaware that Richards was to appear until he was actually introduced on stage by the hall of fame and museum CEO Kyle Young.
Paul Di’Anno Dies: Rockers React
Paul Di'Anno, who sang on Iron Maiden's first two albums, passed away at the age of 66. "Despite being troubled by severe health issues in recent years that restricted him to performing in a wheelchair, Paul continued to entertain his fans around the world, racking up well over 100 shows since 2023," Conquest Music, Di'Anno's record label, said in an official statement. "Conquest Music are proud to have had Paul Di'Anno in our artist family and ask his legion of fans to raise a glass in his memory."
Honest Truth About Why Halloween Candy Costs So Much This Year
If you have yet to purchase candy to hand out on Halloween, you might be in for a scare when you see the prices on store shelves. Candy prices have taken a sharp rise in recent years, and it looks like the trend isn't stopping anytime soon. Average Spent On...
The Last Kmart Has Closed: Here’s How to Keep Those ‘Blue Light’ Memories Alive
It's a symbolic closure with a few caveats, but it still hits pretty hard: the last full-size Kmart in the continental U.S. has closed. The caveats? There are still three full-size Kmarts in the U.S. Virgin Islands, and a smaller "boutique" Kmart remains in Miami. ⬇️🏪 Keep Scrolling to See...
Liam Payne Autopsy Reveals Pop Star Had Multiple Drugs in His System When He Died
A partial autopsy has revealed that Liam Payne had multiple drugs in his system when he died. The former One Direction member passed away after a fatal fall from a third-floor hotel balcony in Buenos Aires on Oct. 16 at age 31. According to ABC News, Payne's toxicology report revealed...
Which Pop Star Is the ‘Worst’ Celebrity Elvira Has Ever Met?
Horror queen Elvira revealed who her worst celebrity encounter was at a recent fan event. Elvira, real name Cassandra Peterson, was asked by an audience member to share some of her behind-the-scenes stories about meeting celebrities. When asked about the worst celebrity she's met, she coyly laughed as the crowd...
Andrew Garfield Has Emotionally Raw Conversation With Elmo About Finding Beauty in Grief (VIDEO)
Andrew Garfield had an emotionally raw conversation with Elmo about his late mom. During a recent appearance on Sesame Street, the lovable red monster asked Andrew how he was doing, and the Hacksaw Ridge star responded, saying, "I’m just thinking about my mom today. I just miss her a lot."
Liam Payne’s Ex-Girlfriend Danielle Peazer Reveals Final Message From Pop Star
Liam Payne's ex-girlfriend Danielle Peazer paid tribute to the deceased pop star on Oct. 20 and revealed his final message to her. Peazer, who dated Payne on and off between 2010 and 2013, revealed that Payne contacted her just a few weeks before his sudden death. "Receiving a message from...
There’s Now a ‘Living’ Buzz Lightyear Toy
The Toy Story is built on the concept that toys are alive, and when no one is looking they move around and talk and think all on their own. While this is still a fantasy, there is now a toy that is billing itself as the first “living” Buzz Lightyear, everyone’s favorite quasi-delusional space ranger action figure. Made by Robosen, and officially licensed by Pixar, it boasts, per the company, “23 high-precision servo-motors, 75 microchips,” and over 3000 components.
Your Phone’s ‘Vampire Setting’ Is a Lifesaver When You Need It
IPhones are the best smartphones. There, I said it. You very rarely hear of people leaving the iPhone universe. According to the Croma website, if you have an iPhone Max of any kind, you may not notice your battery draining quite as fast as other iPhones; however, the so-called "vampire setting" is still hard at work, sucking the life out of our batteries unless you're using it for good.
Beloved Pizza Joint Named ‘Most Fascinating’ Restaurant in Iowa
When you offer pizza flavors like Crab Rangoon, it's easy to take home the title of "Most Fascinating Restaurant!" According to Love Food, Fong's Pizza in Des Moines is the most interesting restaurant in Iowa, and number 38 on a list of interesting restaurants from all 50 states. Fong's Pizza...
Save Money! New Federal Law Finally Makes It Easier to Cancel Subscriptions
The Federal Trade Commission has received more than 16,000 complaints from Americans about how hard it is sometimes to cancel an ongoing subscription, so they finally decided to act. Whether it be for an app on your phone, a gym membership or maybe a streaming service, it now must be...
Shocking New Data Reveals the Worst Fast Food Chain in America
Let's roll up our sleeves and face the truth: Fast-food is and will most-likely always be a major part of American culture. With Chick-Fil-A spending the past decade as America's favorite fast food chain, only to recently have been dethroned by Del Taco, we wanted to take a look under the hood at the statistics and see which fast-food chain is the worst in America.
Morgan Wallen’s Music Festival Lineup Is Here, and it’s Surprising
Morgan Wallen wasn't kidding when he said his inaugural Sand in My Boots music festival would be all-genre. On Monday (Oct. 21), Wallen dropped the lineup for the 2024 event, and there are some familiar faces on the bill. But there are also some big surprises. Fans probably could have...
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