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Vanilla Ice Is Throwing a 4th of July Concert Despite Coronavirus

July 03, 2020

The show was to have taken place at the Emerald Point Bar and Grill, but the venue's owner, William Brannam, told ABC News that after all the media attention surrounding the show, Vanilla Ice made the decision to reschedule. "I didn't know the numbers were so insane in Austin", the " Ice Ice Baby " hitmaker said in the video. So anyway, happy 4th of July, and hopefully by New Year's this corona crap will have a cure! On Thursday he posted a video of a group of musicians busking.

The Crown: Lesley Manville Cast as Princess Margaret in Final Season

July 03, 2020

Series creator Peter Morgan initially intended the historical drama to run for six seasons, but had a change of heart, explaining in a statement , "Now that we have begun work on the stories for Season 5, it has become clear to me that this is the flawless time and place to stop".

Oscar 2020: Genevieve Nnaji Selected As Academy Member

July 03, 2020

Cynthia Erivo - the sole non-white acting nominee at February's Oscars, for "Harriet" - was on Tuesday's list of invitees, along with Eva Longoria, "Joker" star Zazie Beetz and upcoming Bond girl Ana de Armas . "Though there is still much work to be done, this class looks more like an actual jury of our PEERS than ever before, so that's a step in the right direction".

Kylie Jenner's Beauty Company Sued Over Coty Cosmetics Buyout Deal

July 03, 2020

She said while walking around the vast minimalist bathroom: 'So, I come home, and my whole bathroom is decorated like an enchanted forest. He included a photo with a green pepper and some flowers. come on love. people are struggling, don't begrudge ur fortune but maybe u don't flaunt it when ppl can't feed their kids.?" She later elaborated on her tweet , adding: 'to be clear: Love the 99 Cents Only Store, fantastic produce department.

Will The Ellen DeGeneres Show be canceled?

July 03, 2020

It was reported that viewing figures dropped 14% to a new season 17 low ration of 1.2 according to TVNewsCheck . While Ellen has not addressed any of the issues and the accusers have failed to give substantial proof to support their claims , the internet immediately jumped on the "hate and cancel culture" against the host.

Hugh Downs, Former Today Host, Dead at 99

July 03, 2020

His death was not related to COVID-19, a family spokesperson said in a statement to KPNX Ch. 12 in Phoenix . Television legend Hugh Downs has died. He then hosted NBC's Today from 1962 to 1971, where he first met Barbara Walters and helped usher along her about-to-explode career. Guinness World Records once recognized Downs for having appeared in more hours of USA television (roughly 10,000) than anyone else, a record later broken by Regis Philbin.

Sharmila Tagore's son Saif claims he is a nepotism victim

July 03, 2020

When the word first came into being after Kangana Ranaut accused Karan Johar of promoting " nepotism ", Saif was on " Koffee With Karan " to promote his movie "Rangoon", thinking out loud why is he on the show. Speaking to The New Indian Express , Saif was quoted saying that as far as KJo is concerned, he has made himself a large symbol and because he has put on so many different hats, it seems filmmaker is attracting a lot of flak for it.

Lego Gets Into Pop Art With Buildable Posters

July 03, 2020

However, the catch is that you are provided with one canvas and that would limit you to build only one member only. That was especially for children, now Art sets hope to offer adults a chance to get creative but also help them relax and recharge.

Jada Pinkett Smith Denies August Alsina's Claim They Had an Affair

July 03, 2020

Alsina did a recent interview with Angela Yee where he claimed he did have a relationship with Pinkett Smith. "I actually sat down with Will and had a conversation, due to the transformation from their marriage to life partnership that they've spoken on several times, and it, you know, not involving romanticism", The Product III: StateofEmergency singer said.

Meghan Markle Felt ‘Unprotected’ by Monarchy, Say Court Documents

July 02, 2020

The documents form part of her legal action against publisher, Associated Newspapers, over articles that appeared in the Mail on Sunday tabloid and MailOnline. She received criticism for pursuing the lawsuit, since a friend already mentioned the letter in an anonymous interview with People Magazine before it was ever made public.

Walmart will transform hundreds of store parking lots into drive-in movie theaters

July 02, 2020

Walmart is partnering with Tribeca Enterprises for the films. As major movie chains still tentatively eye safe reopening strategies to welcome guests back, drivers can wheel in at select Walmart locations for a socially distanced evening that reportedly will include "appearances from stars as well as concessions delivered to customer vehicles", via the report.

Dina Manzo's ex-husband hired mob figure to assault boyfriend, feds allege

July 02, 2020

The following month, Perna held a "lavish" wedding reception at the restaurant for a fraction of the price, prosecutors said. Waldor set bail for Manzo, 55, at $100,000 as prosecutors charged him with committing a violent crime in aid of racketeering, assault with a unsafe weapon and falsifying records.

FALLOUT TV Series Coming from WESTWORLD Creators

July 02, 2020

Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy, who created the dark HBO series about an AI theme park, are now turning to the post-apocalyptic world of the Fallout games to make a "harsh" new TV series that explores the retro futuristic wasteland that provides the backdrop of the franchise.

Walmart turning 160 parking lots into drive-in theaters

July 02, 2020

Walmart and Tribeca Enterprises have teamed up to turn the retail giant's parking lots in 160 locations across the country into drive-in movie theaters to help liven up a summer marred by COVID-forced social distancing. The company has not yet specified which parking lots will be turned into theaters, but additional details will be announced closer to the start of the tour.

New ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ movie in the works from Seth Rogen

July 02, 2020

Meanwhile, Jeff Rowe ( Gravity Falls ) will be directing with comedy writer Brendan O'Brien ( Neighbors: Sorority Rising, Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates ) will write the screenplay. Fortunately, we're finally getting a TMNT movie that will be worth checking out - and it's coming from Seth Rogen . Paramount Pictures will distribute the new TMNT film.

Loophole Allows Vanilla Ice Concert in Texas

July 02, 2020

We didn't have coronavirus, or cell phones, or computers. we had 5.0's, blockbuster, Beavis and Butthead , Wayne's world , Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan . The VIP seating is already sold out. A promotional flyer for Vanilla Ice's July 3 performance at Emerald Point Bar & Grill. The Austin Chronicle reports the Emerald Point Bar & Grill was in the news in May when a local rock band, LC Rock, posted a photo of a show there which revealed that concertgoers in the heavily crowded ...

‘Never Have I Ever’ Renewed For Season 2 At Netflix

July 02, 2020

The show follows the complicated life of a modern-day first-generation Indian American teenage girl, dealing with issues of family, sexuality and high school. Fisher is also an executive producer on the Netflix series alongside Kaling, Howard Klein and David Miner of 3 Arts Entertainment, Tristram Shapeero, and Abdullahi Yakasai.

The company OnePlus will present a budget smartphone for Europe

July 02, 2020

There are complaints of multiple people being unable to pre-order the device. This would have been the first time that OnePlus would have opted for a MediaTek processor if it was true. The "surprise gift" appears to be something a bit more substantial than just a t-shirt or some stickers, as the cancellation/ returns section of the FAQ states that if you want to return your OnePlus Nord , you'll have to return the "surprise gift bundled with it".

OnePlus enters affordable TV segment with two new series in India

July 02, 2020

Chinese technology company OnePlus has just entered the budget TV market in India with the launch of new OnePlus TV Y Series. The company has introduced three models in India today which include two Y series models and one U series model.

Bob Dylan's 'Rough and Rowdy Ways' Enters Album Chart at No. 2

July 02, 2020

According to reports by Billboard , Dylan has been putting out at least one album that has entered the Billboard 200's Top 40 since 1960. The 10-track " Rough and Rowdy Ways " is Dylan's first album of new songs since becoming the only songwriter to receive the Nobel Prize for Literature in 2016 - an award bestowed upon him by the Swedish Academy "for having created new poetic expressions within the great American song tradition".

Kanye West Drops Video for New Song 'Wash Us in the Blood'

July 02, 2020

The video for the new song was premiered on June 30th at 10am on YouTube. You will find whatever the Kanye West you want to see in the new video for Wash Us In The Blood , the first single from the rapper's upcoming album God's Country .

Maroon 5 Bassist Arrested on Domestic Violence Charges

July 02, 2020

The identity of the 41 year old's alleged victim has not been released, and Madden has yet to comment on the incident. A rep continued: "As we learn more, we are looking at this very seriously". Madden had also been arrested in 2016 for possession of cocaine. However, a spokesperson for the "Moves Like Jagger" hitmakers insists the band is not taking the arrest lightly.

Actor says 'Justice League' director Whedon was 'abusive'

July 02, 2020

Actor Ray Fisher has said director Joss Whedon's behaviour was "abusive" on the set of the 2017 film Justice League . He added that Whedon was "enabled, in many ways, by ['Justice League' producers] Geoff Johns and Jon Berg ". "The film was panned by fans and critics alike, resulting in the "#ReleaseTheSynderCut" campaign on Twitter, which garnered support from franchise stars Ben Affleck and Gal Gadot.

Where is Jeffrey Epstein's associate Ghislaine Maxwell now?

July 02, 2020

He had been arrested on expenses of working a intercourse trafficking ring of underage women into Florida and NY, having beforehand served jail time for abuse after dozens of younger women got here ahead in opposition to him. According to Epstein accusers, Maxwell wasn't just cognisant of Epstein's sex trafficking , she also had a key role in recruiting young women and girls to be primed and assaulted by Epstein.

Tati says Shane Dawson & Jeffree Star manipulated her with ‘poisonous lies’

July 02, 2020

Tati says she hasn't spoken to Jeffree Star since his apology video, " Never Doing This Again ", dropped past year, but that she predicts that he will "go off" about her new video. Tati says that making the video is "one of the biggest regrets of my life". She and James have apparently spoken and cleared the air. "I didn't look into the history of it and why it's so wrong, and why people were so upset".

Billionaire Bernie Ecclestone became a father at 89 years old

July 02, 2020

Bernie confirmed the news to Blick , saying: 'We have a son named Ace. "I'm so proud that I now have a son". His eldest, Deborah, 65, has been born to his wife Ivy Bamford before he'd socialites Tamara, respectively 35, along with Petra, respectively 31along together with his second wife Slavica Radic .

Paris Jackson and Bella Thorne's 'lesbian Jesus' film prompts petitions

July 02, 2020

In the film, Robson and Safechuck both accused Michael of having sexually assaulted them when they were still minors. "The public only knows about three long-term relationships I've been with and they've been with men". Voltage Pictures will handle worldwide sales at this time, with Elwes' Elevated Films company representing the USA distribution rights. Jackson is reportedly worth at least $US100 million (NZ$155 million), a huge chunk of which comes from the 2016 sale by the Michael ...

Justice League's Ray Fisher 'forcefully retracts' praise for director Joss Whedon

July 02, 2020

Fisher hinted at friction with Whedon earlier this week, when he tweeted a clip from the " Justice League " panel at the 2017 San Diego Comic-Con in which he praised the filmmaker as "a great guy" and that Snyder "picked a good person to come in and clean-up - and finish up for him ".

‘Ozark’ Renewed for Fourth and Final Season at Netflix

July 02, 2020

Netflix confirmed Tuesday that it renewed the series for Season 4. Ozark season 4 is officially coming, and it's going to end the show with a two-part run. The series from MRC Television is executive produced by Bateman, Mundy, Mark Williams , John Shiban , Patrick Markey and Bill Dubuque . While they launder money for a Mexican drug cartel they find themselves contending with the dangers of the local criminal underworld.

Spotify Premium Duo Expands Worldwide, Costs Rs. 149 in India

July 02, 2020

It's available from today in 55 countries including the USA and UK. Today, Spotify launched a new streaming music subscription option aimed squarely at couples who live at the same address. Alex Norström, Spotify's Chief Freemium Business Officer, explained , "Today we are proud to launch Spotify Premium Duo, a first-of-its-kind audio offering for just two people in the same household".

Meghan Markle calls black teenager "set on fire in racist attack"

July 02, 2020

Bernstein suffered burns to her face, but was able to put out the rest of the flames. Althea Bernstein , an 18-year-old college student, was driving her auto early Wednesday morning in the Madison area when she stopped at a red light; it was then that she allegedly heard someone yell out a "racial epithet", according to an incident report obtained by CNN .

Tesla becomes the most valuable automaker in the world

July 02, 2020

Tesla is now worth more than triple the combined value of USA automakers General Motors Co and Ford Motor Co. The Tesla takeover of the car industry highlights investors' shift to rewarding technology-focused auto manufacturers that develop electric-powered vehicles and focus on software development.

Rob Reiner leads tributes to his late father Carl Reiner

July 02, 2020

The couple was married for 64 years until her death on October 25, 2008. Brooks called him "a giant, unmatched in his contributions to entertainment", in a tweet on Tuesday. Originally ad-libbed by Reiner and Brooks at a party, the sketch evolved into a perennial TV favourite and basis for five comedy albums, the latest of which earned a 1998 Grammy Award.

Cineworld cinemas delay re-opening until July 31

July 02, 2020

The cinema chain originally said they would be re-opening their doors on Friday July 10th. Cineworld has said the decision is due to a delay in new film releases. "We have all had a challenging few months and we thank you for your patience, ongoing support and passion for cinema". Around 450 films have been made available to United Kingdom exhibitors when they reopen, including a remastered 4K version of "Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back", "Trolls World Tour" and a handful of new ...

Fox News Fires Ed Henry Following Sexual Harassment Complaint

July 01, 2020

Fox News said rotating anchors would fill in at " America's Newsroom " for an interim period. Smith acknowledged Henry's firing on Wednesday's episode of " America's Newsroom ". Months later, Ailes was forced out of Fox News after numerous women came forward and accused him of sexual harassment and assault. "We will continue striving to maintain a safe and inclusive workplace for all employees", the memo continued.

Beavis & Butt-Head Are Back, New Episodes Coming Soon

July 01, 2020

Comedy Central has signed an "expansive" deal with Emmy victor Mike Judge to reimagine the MTV classic series Beavis and Butt-Head, as well as spin-offs and specials. He is now under an overall deal at HBO, which covers all forms of television except animation. This marks the second time "Beavis and Butt-Head" has been brought back to television.

Perth's own Katherine Langford stars in medieval Netflix series

July 01, 2020

Ya, that's what happened to me in regards to Langford after watching 13 Reasons Why . "The " Cursed " synopsis from Netflix reads: " 'Cursed' is a re-imagination of the Arthurian legend, told through the eyes of Nimue, a young woman with a mysterious gift who is destined to become the powerful (and tragic) Lady of the Lake.

Academy invites 819 new members and hits diversity goals

July 01, 2020

If Hrithik and Alia accept the invitation, they could also be attending the 93rd Academy Awards . They are among the 819 artistes who have distinguished themselves by their contributions to theatrical motion pictures. The academy has also announced a new five-year plan that includes implementing inclusion standards for nominees. Last year, when the then President of Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, John Bailey , visited India, he said that the Oscars voting body will push ...

August Alsina Reveals Jada Pinkett Smith Affair: Twitter Reacts

July 01, 2020

Hollywood star Jada Pinkett Smith has responded after singer August Alsina confirmed their relationship during a heartfelt interview. Continuing in his chat with Angela, August said: "I totally gave myself to that relationship for years of my life".

Alyssa Milano Claps Back At Blackface Accusations & Insists She Was Portraying Snooki

July 01, 2020

The below picture is me parodying Jersey Shore and Snookie's [ sic ] tan". Referring to the latter endearingly as a "sweetheart", the actress, known to be a vocal critic of the US President, said her tan was as worth parodying as Donald Trump's "tan".

Paris Jackson talks sexuality: ‘I’ve dated more women than men’

July 01, 2020

They went public with their relationship last February and were soon after attending industry premiers, galas and of course doing a couple's costume for Paris' Halloween party. While Jackson received some of her inheritance when she turned 18, she will reportedly receive her next big chunk of money when she turns 30. "Not many children have that experience", Paris said.

Spotify launches synchronized lyrics in 26 new markets

July 01, 2020

There is one caveat - you must reside at the same address as your listening buddy to be eligible for Spotify Duo, so no sharing with your long distance lover. Spotify used to show lyrics in its app, sourcing them from MusixMatch , but that relationship ended in 2016. With the new Spotify Premium Duo, couples will be able to share a single plan and continue to enjoy music recommendations tailored to their individual tastes.

Beyoncé's daughter Blue Ivy, 8, makes history with BET Awards win

July 01, 2020

Winning the award makes Beyonce and Jay-Z's eldest daughter the youngest award victor for BET Awards this year. Former First Lady Michelle Obama had introduced Beyonce, saying: "Ever since she was a little girl in Houston, Beyonce Knowles-Carter has been lighting up stages and gracing the world with her talent, with her generosity of spirit, and with her love for her community".

Kanye West drops new song, video from upcoming album

July 01, 2020

The video is shedding light on the nationwide protests against racial injustice that their deaths have helped inspire. The single, which features Travis Scott , 28, arrived with a video that depicts a dizzying array of images capturing these turbulent times, including police facing off with protesters, coronavirus patients on ventilators, mass incarceration - and, in an odd twist, women twerking.

Sia is a grandmother

July 01, 2020

When Zane had asked for Sia's perspective on police brutality and the Black Lives Matter movement in the United States, she teared up as one of her sons fetched her a tissue box. Sia is now isolating with her family in Los Angeles. "They are both finding it pretty hard, one more so than the other". The " Together " singer continued: "It's not a good life, and I'd say, 'I'm doing this because I'm your mother".

Nana Patekar visits Sushant Singh Rajput's family in Patna to offer condolences

July 01, 2020

While Sushant's last theatrical release was Chhichhore , his last movie Dil Bechara will witness a digital release on July 24 as the makers want to honour the legacy of the actor, and therefore, the streaming platform is making the movie available to even non-subscribers.

Rolling Stones threaten lawsuit over Trump's music use

July 01, 2020

Mick Jagger of The Rolling Stones performs in a NY concert on December 8, 2012. Elton John told the Guardian in 2016 that he also didn't want his music used at Trump rallies nor during the USA elections at all. We have not licensed them. Of course they don't like Donald Trump . Previously, musicians like Adele and REM have also issued warnings against Trump for using their music without permission.

Trump brother’s lawsuit against Mary Trump's book dismissed by a NYC judge

July 01, 2020

Her book is titled, " Too Much and Never Enough: How My Family Created the World's Most Dangerous Man ". "We hope this decision ends the matter". "Therefore, this matter was filed in that court". Among other things, Mary Trump is said to reveal in the book that she leaked the documents that led to a blockbuster New York Times investigation into the president's finances that found he inherited and subsequently squandered much of his wealth from his father.

Bolton 'broke the law with classified information' in White House memoir

July 01, 2020

On Saturday, a federal judge ruled that Simon & Schuster could publish the book despite the Trump administration's claim that it compromised national security. It said Bolton has fully cooperated with the NSC pre-publication review. The theme of Bolton's book, according to the early reviews, is that Trump put his re-election above that.

Coronavirus: Entertainment firm Cirque du Soleil axes 3,500 jobs as bankruptcy looms

July 01, 2020

Read the full story HERE. Almost 3,500 employees have been laid off by Cirque, which is seeking bankruptcy protection . Impacted employees are meant to be rehired as Cirque du Soleil restarts its business, and mandatory COVID-19 shutdowns are lifted in impacted markets, the company said.

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