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‘Deadpool & Wolverine’: Every Easter Egg and Marvel Reference
The following post contains SPOILERS for Deadpool & Wolverine. And maybe for Deadpool. And a little Deadpool 2. There’s probably some X-Men spoilers in there too. And Last Year at Marienbad for some reason. That’s a weird one. There are so many Marvel Easter eggs in Deadpool &...
J.D. Vance Calls Jennifer Aniston ‘Disgusting’ for Her Rebuke to His ‘Childless Cat Ladies’ Comment
Oh, here we go. Controversial Republican Vice Presidential nominee, J.D. Vance is going after beloved actress Jennifer Aniston. This after he went after women in general, especially women who don't have children. To set the stage, an interview from 2021 has resurfaced where Donald Trump's running mate made an unbelievably...
Britney Spears Reacts to Halsey’s ‘Lucky’ Music Video Parody: ‘I’m Very Upset… It Feels Illegal’
Britney Spears had some choice words for Halsey after watching her parody of Brit's classic hit single, "Lucky." On Friday (July 26), Halsey released her music video for "Lucky," a take on Britney's single released back in 2000. With the striking visual similarities and an actual sampling of the original "Lucky," Halsey had to get Britney and/or her team's approval to use the track. Despite this, Britney revealed in a social media post that she was hurt by Halsey's music video for the song.
Court: It’s OK if There’s Bones in Your Boneless Chicken
You might want to doublecheck your boneless chicken wings the next time you order out after a recent court ruling that says it's totally cool to have bones when something is marketed as "boneless." According to The Columbus Dispatch, the Ohio Supreme Court made 4-3 ruling this week that "just...
‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Was Almost an Intentionally Terrible Movie Called ‘Alpha Cop’
Deadpool & Wolverine is filled with prankish humor. But the movie was originally planned to be maybe the biggest prank in movie history. During a recent appearance on Hot Ones, Deadpool & Wolverine star/writer/producer Ryan Reynolds revealed that the “original idea” for the movie was to make Deadpool & Wolverine totally in secret — and to instead release a “fake movie” called Alpha Cop that was “intentionally bad.”
Big World Record-Sized Koi Removed from Midwestern Lake
A type of carp frequently found in ornamental ponds, Japanese koi, are an invasive nuisance when released to certain ecosystems according to biologists because they live long, reproduce readily, survive harsh winters, and have a huge appetite. How Japanese Koi Entered a Michigan Lake. The truth is that Glen Lake...
Marie Antoinette’s Severed Head Was the Breakout Star of the 2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony
The 2024 Paris Olympics officially kicked off today (July 26), and it was not without controversy. In images captured and shared across social media, many headless Marie Antoinettes were spotted along the Seine. The Antoinettes were seen in the prison she was once held. That place is called the Conciergerie.
An Extended Cut of ‘The Fall Guy’ Is Coming to Streaming
Not one but two versions of The Fall Guy starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt are ready to debut on streaming. If you just want to watch the version that played in theaters last spring, that will be on Peacock in August. At the same time, Peacock will also be premiering an “extended cut” of the movie that they boast features “20 minutes of new scenes not previously seen in theaters.”
Illinois Pets: Here Are The Animals You Can’t Have In Illinois
Pet adoptions are booming in Illinois, but the animals being grabbed up are mostly dogs and cats with very few lions, tigers, or ocelots being part of the mix. A while back, we covered the topic of how many dogs an Illinois resident is legally allowed to have hanging around the house (read up on it here), so as a natural extension of that sort of thing, today we'll look at what animals you, as an Illinoisan, are prohibited from having as a pet.
This DIY Guy Transformed His Mobility Scooter Into a Haunted Mansion Doom Buggy and It’s Genius
A man on TikTok is going viral for how he transformed his mobility scooter. The user who goes by the username of @diylightguy converted his mobility scooter into a Haunted Mansion themed ride, and it is genius. In one of the videos posted to his page, the user gave others...
Deadpool and Wolverine Are Now Disneyland Characters
The Happiest Place on Earth might be getting a little R-rated?. Or at least it’s getting invaded by a couple of R-rated superheroes. The two stars of Marvel’s new Deadpool & Wolverine will be hanging around Disneyland’s Avengers Campus (technically a part of Disney’s California Adventure, not Disneyland proper) — but only, according to the company, “for a limited time.”
Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King Set Record Straight on Lesbian Rumors: ‘We’d Tell You’
Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King are setting the record straight on their relationship. The besties detailed their yearslong friendship during a recent appearance on Melinda Gates' chat series Moments That Make Us. "I think we've shared pretty much everything and I would have to say, it wasn't even a matter...
Bride Feels Guilty After Telling Estranged Biological Mom She Isn’t the ‘Mother of the Bride’
A bride is revealing the reason why she decided not to have her biological mom as the Mother of the Bride in her wedding. "For background, I 25f and my Bio mother 47f have never been close. When I was younger she used to take substances and leave me home with her boyfriend who also took substances and me. It wasn’t until my grandparents seen I was malnourished and dirty and took me away to for her to finally see she was wrong. But seeing she was wrong didn’t stop her use of substances it just calmed it down," the woman begins her Reddit post.
‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Plot Holes: All the Parts That Don’t Make Sense
The following post contains SPOILERS for Deadpool & Wolverine. I mean, of course it does. How could you have questions about the parts of the movie that don’t make sense before you see it? C’mon. Deadpool & Wolverine is fun. It’s got cameos galore. It’s got references on...
Is Taylor Swift Actually in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’?
Rumors have been swirling that Taylor Swift makes an appearance in the new movie Deadpool & Wolverine, but is she really in the movie?. The movie stars Ryan Reynolds as the titular Deadpool while Hugh Jackman reprises his role as Wolverine. However, the short answer of if Swift is in the movie or not is no, she is not in the movie.
7 Best New Foods at the Wisconsin State Fair
The Wisconsin State Fair is renowned for its delicious and indulgent food offerings, making it a haven for food enthusiasts looking to pig out on unique and mouthwatering treats. Here are some of the best foods you shouldn't miss. Eating your way around the Wisconsin State Fair is a delightful...
Watch the ‘Friends Reunited’ Trailer Called ‘The One With Chandler’s Funeral’
The devastation of Matthew Perry's death continues to ripple through the Friends world. As you know, especially if you're a big fan of the award-winning NBC show that brought us the dysfunctional, lovable fun of young 20 to 30 somethings over 10 seasons from 1994-2004, the sitcom is in syndication on several television stations and streaming services. If you want to watch the series, or just catch an episode because comfort television, then Friends is a popular go-to.
Explaining the ‘Roll Down Your Window’ Law When Being Pulled Over in Illinois
Most of us have probably experienced the heart-stopping moment of getting pulled over. You may be in freight mode when it happens, but there are some important things you need to know if it happens. When I got pulled over for speeding, I had a literal pit in my stomach....
Fire at Rockford Apartment Complex Causes $275,000 in Damages
More than two dozen firefighters battled a blaze at a 4-family apartment unit in Rockford late on Wednesday night (7/24). According to the incident report from the Rockford Fire Department, crews responded to 2106 Auburn Street around 9:13 pm on Wednesday and when they arrived on the scene, heavy fire was reported from 2 second-story windows.
Why Is This Eerie Looking Bug Appearing Everywhere in Rockford?
The bugs are out and proud all around Rockford. And as we enter fall, I've had enough of the jump-scares from the gnarly-looking insects. In fact, there's one I have a particular irritation with. I'm OK with bugs so long as they keep their distance from me. Especially the ugly...
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