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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...
Iowa Radio Show Host Just Found the Best Poutine in Iowa! [PHOTO]
My wife, my sister-in-law, and I stumbled upon what is quite possibly one of the best poutines you'll find in Iowa. Tons of American restaurants have jumped onto the poutine bandwagon, which is traditionally a Canadian dish. If you're a fan of french fries, cheese curds, gravy, and in this instance, pulled pork, I've found the perfect concoction for you. Depending on if you're sharing the meal or not...it's extremely filling so you may need to loosen the belt buckle afterwards or make sure you grab a box for leftovers.
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.
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...
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.
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.
Iowa’s Best Pizza Place Has Been Around for Over 40 Years
Craving some delicious pizza? You might want to take a trip to Ames!. Back in May, Reader's Digest published a list of 50 amazing pizza places across America. The article reads:. "We’ve done the detective work to find the best pizza in every state, using a combination of local knowledge,...
Win Iowa Cubs Tickets!
It's summer in Iowa which means it's baseball season!. We're blessed to have some great teams to follow, including the Chicago Cubs Triple-A affiliate, the Iowa Cubs! The Iowa Cubs play their home games in Des Moines at the lovely Principle Park, and we want to send you to a home game in 2024!
Remembering Cedar Rapids Most Charming Drugstore
The May's Drug building, originally known as the New O'Hara Building, has been a Cedar Rapids staple since 1902. Built by railroad contractor William H. O'Hara as a savvy investment, it featured three storefronts on the ground floor. By 1903, it was home to the 20th Century House novelty store and C. Ilten's Queen meat market. The upper floor offered office and storage space, accessible via a staircase that practically screamed "vintage charm."
Fast-Growing National Burger Chain Coming to Eastern Iowa
One of the fastest-growing burger restaurant chains in the nation will be coming to Eastern Iowa!. KCRG reports that Atlanta-based cheeseburger chain Smalls Sliders is planning multiple locations in Eastern Iowa, prioritizing the cities of Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Davenport, Dubuque, Waterloo, and Burlington. While the company won't say which city will get the first Iowa location, you can expect the first Iowa location of Smalls Sliders to open in 2025.
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.
Former Iowa Soccer Star Scores Olympic Goal for Team Canada
If you don't follow Canadian women's soccer, it's O.K. They aren't a favorite to win gold at the Paris Summer Olympics. But they have provided one of the first strange storylines in these games. Canadian team officials were accused of using a drone to spy on the New Zealand team...
Michelle Obama Raised Sasha and Malia ‘Correct’ While in White House: ‘Some Lines Drawn’
Michelle Obama was determined to raise her daughters Malia and Sasha the right way, despite being under constant scrutiny while in the White House. During a recent appearance on Melinda Gates' chat series Moments That Make Us, the former FLOTUS explained she and her husband, former President Barack Obama, were a little strict on their daughters during his two-term presidency.
See Iowans Surprising Top Choices for Property Protection
Iowans have shown a quirky twist in their perception of property crime lately. Despite an overall 12% drop in worry, The latest Safewise State of Safety survey has folks chirping about a 7% uptick in actual incidents—putting more locks on their concerns at 29%, up from 27% last year.
Amazon is Warning Shoppers About Membership Scams
If you have an Amazon membership, be sure to keep an eye out for scammers. Amazon sent out an email this week warning of impersonators, just a week after their annual Prime Day. According to the email, Amazon says that users are experiencing unexpected calls, texts, and emails telling them...
Hawkeye Wrestling Sensation Hoping to Bring the Olympic Gold Home to Iowa
The Olympics, a pinnacle of athletic achievement held every four years, showcases the world’s best athletes competing across a myriad of sports. In 2024, Paris will host this global spectacle, welcoming competitors like Spencer Lee, a three-time NCAA wrestling champion from the University of Iowa, who aims to add Olympic gold to his impressive resume.
Iowa’s July Might’ve Been Cooler Than You Realize
I hate to be bearer of bad news but before we could even blink, we're almost to the month of August. Maybe parents with kids on summer vacation think these past 2 months have slowly crawled by but I already feel like I hardly remember June!. Students are have around...
Why Your Jeans Have That Teeny, Tiny, Petite Pocket
What have you used that small pocket on the front of your jeans for?. I've used it to fold up a couple of $20 bills before back in college. It's a perfect, little hiding place without worrying about carrying a handbag. Even a key fits perfectly. Some of those teeny, tiny pockets even fit a driver's license or credit card.
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