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Stevie Nicks: I Gave Lindsey Buckingham ‘300 Million Chances’
Stevie Nicks once again reiterated that she has no regrets about cutting ties with Lindsey Buckingham, telling Rolling Stone that she gave her former bandmate and lover "more than 300 million chances." The Fleetwood Mac star said she last touched base with Buckingham in 2023 at late bandmate Christine McVie's...
When ‘Saturday Night Live’ Got Blindsided by a Lip-Sync Scandal
A lip-syncing scandal hit the October 23, 2004 episode of Saturday Night Live when pop singer Ashlee Simpson was caught using backing vocal tracks instead of singing live. The Saturday Night Live staff, including longtime producer Lorne Michaels, later said they were never told of Simpson's plan to use backing tracks. She also became the first guest to walk off the show while it was live on the air.
‘Cruel Intentions’ Comes to TV With First Trailer
The generation that grew up haunting video stores in the late 1990s and early 2000s knows Cruel Intentions well. A true Blockbuster Video classic, it featured early performances by Reese Witherspoon, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Ryan Phillippe, and Selma Blair. The premise: Dangerous Liaisons set in late ’90s New York City, with a pair of step siblings (Gellar and Phillippe) who enter into a bet over whether the latter can bed an innocent young woman (Witherspoon) at their school. The film was a sizable hit, and got a prequel and a sequel (both without the original cast, both straight-to-video).
I Drank Both of Starbucks’ ‘Wicked’ Tie-In Beverages
I’m in for one long day in the Emerald City. As part of an all-out marketing blitz, Wicked has teamed with Starbucks to create two themed beverages inspired by the upcoming musical movie. Like so much of what the Wicked marketing team has produced this fall, one of these beverages is green and the other is pink, in honor of the film’s two heroines, Elphaba (played by Cynthia Erivo) and Glinda (Ariana Grande). They look ... intense.
Brian May Reveals John Deacon’s Continuing Role in Queen
Brian May and Roger Taylor have continued forward with Queen in the wake of frontman Freddie Mercury's AIDS-related death, preparing a sparkling reissue of the group's self-titled debut set for release on Friday. As usual, however, bassist John Deacon remains firmly in the background. He hasn't appeared with the band...
From Garden Heroes To Human Nuisances: The Bite Of Minute Pirate Bugs – OUCH!
As the crisp air of fall arrives, it's not uncommon to encounter tiny, black-and-white insects known as minute pirate bugs (Orius insidiosus). While these bugs are valuable allies in the garden, preying on pests like aphids and thrips, their behavior changes in the fall, and they sometimes become an unwelcome nuisance. They have a surprising tendency to bite humans, causing discomfort with a sudden, sharp pinch.
Why David Lee Roth Told Eddie Van Halen to Play Fewer Solos
Alex Van Halen said David Lee Roth used to tell Eddie Van Halen to play fewer guitar solos. The drummer asserted that Roth’s increasing jealousy over Eddie’s popularity led to the singer quitting the band in 1985. “He couldn’t handle the fact that Eddie was getting more attention...
Geezer Butler Details Black Sabbath’s Stonehenge ‘Fiasco’
Geezer Butler has shared his memories of Black Sabbath's infamous Stonehenge incident. It was 1983 when the group briefly welcomed former Deep Purple singer Ian Gillan into their ranks. Together, they recorded Born Again, an album which was roundly panned by fans and critics alike. Still, the bigger embarrassment came with its associated tour.
Motorhead Announce Book of Lemmy’s Doodles
The Motorhead organization announced a limited-edition book of late leader Lemmy’s doodles. Titled Ye Book Of Inconsequential Scribbles of Lemmy Kilmister 1st Esq., only 500 copies are available to pre-order now. A short trailer video can be seen below. “Lemmy was a proud doodler and writer, filling many journals...
Finally, Popular Action Park Opens New Location In Illinois
If you're searching for some good old-fashioned family fun with a modern twist, a new attraction just opened in Illinois and you should plan on checking it out. There are so many cool things for families and children to do nowadays. It's so much better than when I was a kid. We could go to a park with slides and swings but it wasn't anything spectacular. On a special occasion, my parents would take me to an amusement park.
Do You Know What a Midwest Dirty Soda Is?
Have you heard of a Midwest "Dirty Soda" and would you drink it?. 12 states in the United States are labeled as part of the Midwest. Those states are Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Missouri, Kansas, and Iowa. 👇POPULAR MICHIGAN ALCOHOLIC DRINKS👇. The...
New IL Dining & Entertainment Experience Featuring Ramen & Vinyl
There is a brand new eating and music venue that has opened in Illinois which features live DJs playing tunes and when you get hungry they serve food including delicious ramen. New Restaurant In Illinois Offers Customers Ramen And DJ Spinning Records. I don't go out very often when it's...
Illinois Town Has $1,000 Fine For People Trick-or-Treating Over Age Limit
The age-old question: how old is too old to trick-or-treat? You can start up an argument with this question quickly, with some people saying it's good that they're at least staying out of trouble if they're older and trick-or-treating. Other people say they should grow up and quit the trick-or-treating.
Deer in Northern Illinois Test Positive for CWD, Free Testing Available to Hunters
As the 2024 deer hunting season approaches, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is reminding hunters to take advantage of free chronic wasting disease (CWD) testing for their harvested deer. Free Testing for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Available. CWD, a fatal neurological disease affecting deer and elk, remains a...
Chicago’s Best Pizzerias Under One Roof for One Day Only
Get ready to indulge in a pizza lover's paradise at the Chicago Pizza Summit on November 3rd! For one day only, the city's top pizzerias will gather at the Royal Palms Shuffleboard Club to serve up their best slices under one roof. Chicago Pizza Summit Returns on November 3rd: A...
2 Illinois Cities Land On ‘Rattiest In America’ List
When it comes to claiming the title of America's "Rattiest City," Chicago doesn't just participate—it dominates like it's an Olympic sport. For the 10th year running, the Windy City sits proudly atop Orkin's annual list. The Rattiest Cities in America: A Glorious Countdown. Ah, Orkin’s annual 'Rattiest City' list—an...
Taco Bell Pulling Several Menu Items at Some Locations in Coming Days
Get ready to say goodbye to some long-time Taco Bell menu items in the coming weeks. The chain has announced it is officially dropping part of its usual offerings at some locations. What Is Leaving Taco Bell's Menu?. Back in 2014, Taco Bell looked to diversify its menu while also...
iPhone and Android Users May Want to Reboot Phones ASAP
If it's been a while since you've rebooted your phone, you might want to do so....now. The National Security Agency is suggesting people reboot their mobile devices regularly to remove malware. The NSA released a best practices guide in 2020, but with smartphones being integrated into other operating systems, this...
Illinois, If You Smell Burning Fruit At Home Leave Immediately
With Halloween being right around the corner, we're seeing more and more Jack-o'-lanterns on people's stoops and porches. Of course, they look even cooler when they are lit up at night. Now, the old-school way people in Illinois make their Jack-o'-lanterns glow is with a small tea candle. You know,...
Will Marvel’s ‘Blade’ Ever Happen?
Marvel just pulled Blade from their upcoming release schedule. After years of delays, the film, starring Mahershala Ali as the title character, was supposed to premiere in theaters in the fall of 2025. Now ... who knows if we’ll ever see it at all. Is Blade delayed or canceled?...
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