#BEEFCAKE: Australian Firefighters Calendar 2024!
The wait is over…..the most popular calendar in the world is back! The highly anticipated 2024 Australian Firefighters Calendar has just been launched and is now in its 31st year of production. The annual photoshoot brings Australia’s favourite heroes and animals together to produce the worlds most iconic calendars.
Since its launch in 1993, the calendar has donated over 3.4 million dollars to charities across Australia. The calendar’s proud history of supporting animal refuges and Australian Wildlife in the past, will continue into the future. Australia’s Rural Firefighters and children suffering from Cancer will also once again benefit from donations.
The Australian Firefighters Calendar is found on the walls of supporters in over 90 countries around the world. The firefighters from the calendar are in hot demand to appear on some of the most popular TV shows and magazines around the world. From Germany to Taiwan, to the US and Japan, the firefighters from the calendar use their popularity to continue the message of conservation for Australian Wildlife.
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#RHOA: Porsha Williams' One-Year Anniversary Gift From Simon Guobadia Made Our Jaws Drop!
Back in November 2022, Porsha Williams noted she was still "obsessed" with her beau, Simon Guobadia, in an Instagram post as she reflected on their extravagant engagement photo shoot that took place in Dubai. “Unforgettable [nine] days in the UAE. To God we give the Glory," Simon added about the trip that happened ahead of their just-as-extravagant Atlanta weddings.
Now, one year later, the couple again jetted off to the United Arab Emirates to celebrate their anniversary, of course doing so in impeccable style. In addition to sharing their incredible looks for the occasion (more on that later), Porsha was also sure to show off what they gifted each other after one year of marriage — and trust us when we say we were not ready for it!
On November 26, Porsha hopped on her Instagram Stories to share some videos and photos from a night out with her hubby and several pals — a few from the Bravoverse, to be exact, including The Real Housewives of Dubai's Chanel Ayan and Lesa Milan as well as RHOA alum Cynthia Bailey.
Additionally, Porsha flaunted her incredible anniversary gift from Simon: an enormous sparkly silver cuff with a chevron design and what appeared to be several stunning diamonds. "Anniversary gift number 1st!" Porsha wrote over the video while showing off her new accessory.
The Atlanta mom was also sure to give us another look at her massive emerald-cut diamond on a pavé diamond band engagement ring which we haven't stopped thinking about since last year. Moreover, we were in love with Porsha's extra-long coffin-shaped nails with silver designs.
In addition to her head-turning accessories, we also couldn't get enough of Porsha's fashion and beauty choices for the occasion. In several posts from the trip, we took note of the Georgia peach's colorful long-sleeve midi dress from Onalaja.
Porsha paired her orange, blue, and purple-colored midi dress with clear strappy heels and a Bottega Veneta clutch, wearing her raven-colored locks in long, luscious waves and opting for smoky eye glam with a mauve pink lip.
What's more, Chanel gave Bravoholics a peek into the love-filled getaway with a tender shot of the married couple having a dance together to celebrate the occasion.
"Happy anniversary how beautiful," she wrote over the snap, adding how much she was "in love" with Porsha and Simon's special connection.
#MusicNews: Dolly Parton’s ‘Rockstar’ Roars In top Country, Rock & Alternative Album Charts!
The legend adds her ninth No. 1 on Top Country Albums and her first on Top Rock & Alternative Albums.
Dolly Parton’s 30-song set Rockstar, released Nov. 17, blasts in atop Billboard’s Top Country Albums and Top Rock & Alternative Albums charts (dated Dec. 2). The legend adds her ninth No. 1 on the former and her first on the latter.
The rock-influenced LP earned 128,000 equivalent album units, with 118,000 in album sales, in the week ending Nov. 23, according to Luminate.
The album opens at No. 3 on the all-genre Billboard 200, marking Parton’s third top 10 and highest career rank. She previously visited the tier with Blue Smoke (No. 6 in 2014) and Trio, a collaborative set with Linda Ronstadt and Emmylou Harris (No. 16 in 1987).
Rockstar additionally debuts at the summit on the all-genre Top Album Sales chart, becoming Parton’s first No. 1. Its first-week sales were bolstered by its availability at outlets including Barnes & Noble, Cracker Barrel, Dollar General and Target.
The set more than doubles Parton’s previous biggest sales week for an album, notched when Slow Dancing With the Moon sold 50,500 copies in its second chart week (March 20, 1993).
The star-studded Rockstar is being promoted as Parton’s first rock album, its recording initiated following her induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2022. She initially declined the honor but after entering being enshrined went all-in with the release of Rockstar.
The collection mixes original songs and covers and boasts a long list of prominent credited guests, including Pat Benatar, Miley Cyrus, Melissa Etheridge, Mick Fleetwood, Peter Frampton, Joan Jett and The Blackhearts, Elton John, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Paul McCartney, Stevie Nicks, Chris Stapleton, Ringo Starr, Sting and Steven Tyler.
Parton first reached Top Country Albums with the aptly named Hello, I’m Dolly in November 1967. She scored the first of her 49 top 10s with Just Between You and Me, with Porter Wagoner (No. 8, March 1968), and her first No. 1 with her 34th entry, 1977’s New Harvest…First Gathering, which led for a week that May.
Rockstar is Parton’s first Top Country Albums No. 1 since A Holly Dolly Christmas in 2020. “I am so proud and humbled to have my album reach No. 1 on the Billboard country and holiday charts,” she beamed to Billboard that week. “Boy, what a great early Christmas present for me!”
Meanwhile, Parton leads Top Rock & Alternative Albums in her first appearance on the chart. (Rockstar also rules Top Rock Albums, likewise marking her first visit to the survey.)
The new album’s “World On Fire” debuted and peaked at No. 26 on Hot Rock & Alternative Songs in May.
Plus, Parton’s cover of Prince and the Revolution’s “Purple Rain” enters the Rock Digital Song Sales chart at No. 14 (1,000 sold). It’s the sixth song from Rockstar to make the ranking, with three having hit the top 10 prior to the album’s release. “World On Fire” led for a week in May and her versions of The Beatles’ “Let It Be” (featuring McCartney and Starr) and Cyrus’ “Wrecking Ball” (featuring Cyrus) hit Nos. 2 and 6 in September and November, respectively.
#HipHopNews: Lil Durk's Verse Has Been Added Back To Kanye West's "Vultures"
Kanye West and Ty Dolla Sign have officially unveiled the version of their new track “Vultures” that features Lil Durk. While many people online heard snippet versions of the new exciting track with the famous Chicago lyricist, the original version did not include him.
Initially, the track was aired on Chicago radio with his contribution but was released on streaming platforms without it on Nov. 22. The version featured a sole guest appearance from Bump J and is anticipated to be the first single from West and Ty Dolla’s upcoming album.
Seemingly reacting to his verse being cut, Durk shared a message on his Instagram Story. It read, “Be lucky I’m humble. Look at it as your blessing.” The response seemingly addressed the removal but did not give precise details of what was happening.
“Vultures” already received considerable attention for Ye’s controversial bars. In his verse, West spoke on his accusations of anti-Semitism. He rapped, “How I’m antisemitic? I just f**ked a Jewish b**ch.” In the same track, West also targeted his former manager, Scooter Braun, with the line: “I just f**ked Scooter’s b**ch, and we ran up like Olympics / Got pregnant in the threesome, so whose baby is it?”
West hosted a release party for the new single in Dubai that was attended by Ty Dolla, Chris Brown, CyHi the Prynce, Vory, Bianca Censori and more. There have been countless videos and photos of the decorated emcee celebrating the song’s release in a nightclub with his collaborators.
Friday (Nov. 24), Durk posted a photo of his iced-out watch on his story after the release went live, captioned “Dubai” with the goat emoji.
Teyana Taylor Laughs Off Pregnancy Rumors Following Gotham Awards Appearance Amid Divorce
Teyana Taylor is not having a bun in the oven. The singer/actress has been forced to address the pregnancy speculation, which sparked on the Internet following her appearance at the 2023 Gotham Awards.
For the 33rd edition of the ceremony honoring independent films, the 32-year-old showed off her curves in a black sling dress that perfectly fitted her body. Baring her cleavage with the low-cut, the model/dancer could not hide her stomach, which looked a bit bloated that night.
After photos and video of her pose on the red carpet were posted online, many began speculating that Teyana flashed a baby bump at the event. "She's pregnant," one person reacted to the "Dark Fantasy" singer's look at the award show.
Another commented, "She has like a 10 pack flat abs so unless she just ate she's def preg." A third weighed in, "Uh oh I know I ain't the only one thinking ...is there a baby otw." A fourth person asked, "is she pregnant??" while another similarly inquired, "Is that a baby bump."
Others, meanwhile, begged to differ as one social media user claimed, "I thought she was pregnant for sec but she's always been that's girl." Another clapped back at the speculators, "So bloating and having a big meal doesn't exist anymore? y'all see a little tummy and go straight to pregnant."
Apparently catching wind of the comments on Hollywood Unlocked's post about her look that night, Teyana quickly set the record straight. In the comments section of the same post, she denied that she's having a bun in the oven and that she was just having a full bladder.
"Auntey ain't preggo y'all! I just had to pee. Y'all know that pee pouch ain't nothing to play wit," she wrote with a slew face with tears of joy emojis. "My kangaroo head a**," she added, before correcting herself, "kangaroo pouch."
Teyana announced her split from Iman Shumpert, with whom she shares two children together, in September. Earlier this month, it was revealed that she had filed for divorce from the former NBA star months before the split confirmation.
She later released a statement expressing her disappointment that the divorce news got leaked to the public. "It is very heartbreaking that someone would take out the time to make such a private matter public for the world to see," she wrote on her Instagram Story.
NBA Player Josh Giddey’s $40 Million Sponsorship Deal At Risk Over His Alleged Relationship with a Minor
NBA player Josh Giddey could possibly lose out on millions after allegations surfaced accusing him of having an inappropriate relationship with an underage girl. According to reports, the NBA is looking into the claims against the Oklahoma City Thunder shooting guard, which sparked via social media last week.
The investigation kicked off after photos began circulating online of Josh Giddey, 21, posing shirtless with an alleged high school junior. In one of the images, the professional basketball player is seen with his arm around the unidentified girl.
During the Thunder’s recent press conference, the Australian native had no comment when asked about the allegations. He said,
“I understand the question obviously but no, there is no further comment right now. I get the questions guys, I completely understand you want guys want to know about it, but just for right now I don’t have anything to say.”
While Giddey continues to make a name for himself in the NBA, it’s no surprise that the 6-foot-8 athlete reportedly struck a four-year, $40 million deal with Australian cereal brand Weet-Bix.
However, according to recent reports, Giddey is at risk of losing his multi-million-dollar sponsorship deal due to his alleged relationship with the minor. Reportedly, Weet-Bix wasted no time cleaning its social media pages of Giddey.
The company said that they are aware of the claims and are following along with the NBA’s investigation until more details are provided. A spokesperson for Weet-Bix said,
“We are obviously aware of news surrounding Josh Giddey and are waiting for facts to be confirmed. We are in contact with Josh’s management team and waiting on further detail at this point.”
The wait is over…..the most popular calendar in the world is back! The highly anticipated 2024 Australian Firefighters Calendar has just been launched and is now in its 31st year of production. The annual photoshoot brings Australia’s favourite heroes and animals together to produce the worlds most iconic calendars.
Since its launch in 1993, the calendar has donated over 3.4 million dollars to charities across Australia. The calendar’s proud history of supporting animal refuges and Australian Wildlife in the past, will continue into the future. Australia’s Rural Firefighters and children suffering from Cancer will also once again benefit from donations.
The Australian Firefighters Calendar is found on the walls of supporters in over 90 countries around the world. The firefighters from the calendar are in hot demand to appear on some of the most popular TV shows and magazines around the world. From Germany to Taiwan, to the US and Japan, the firefighters from the calendar use their popularity to continue the message of conservation for Australian Wildlife.
#RHOA: Porsha Williams' One-Year Anniversary Gift From Simon Guobadia Made Our Jaws Drop!
Now, one year later, the couple again jetted off to the United Arab Emirates to celebrate their anniversary, of course doing so in impeccable style. In addition to sharing their incredible looks for the occasion (more on that later), Porsha was also sure to show off what they gifted each other after one year of marriage — and trust us when we say we were not ready for it!
On November 26, Porsha hopped on her Instagram Stories to share some videos and photos from a night out with her hubby and several pals — a few from the Bravoverse, to be exact, including The Real Housewives of Dubai's Chanel Ayan and Lesa Milan as well as RHOA alum Cynthia Bailey.
Additionally, Porsha flaunted her incredible anniversary gift from Simon: an enormous sparkly silver cuff with a chevron design and what appeared to be several stunning diamonds. "Anniversary gift number 1st!" Porsha wrote over the video while showing off her new accessory.
The Atlanta mom was also sure to give us another look at her massive emerald-cut diamond on a pavé diamond band engagement ring which we haven't stopped thinking about since last year. Moreover, we were in love with Porsha's extra-long coffin-shaped nails with silver designs.
In addition to her head-turning accessories, we also couldn't get enough of Porsha's fashion and beauty choices for the occasion. In several posts from the trip, we took note of the Georgia peach's colorful long-sleeve midi dress from Onalaja.
Porsha paired her orange, blue, and purple-colored midi dress with clear strappy heels and a Bottega Veneta clutch, wearing her raven-colored locks in long, luscious waves and opting for smoky eye glam with a mauve pink lip.
What's more, Chanel gave Bravoholics a peek into the love-filled getaway with a tender shot of the married couple having a dance together to celebrate the occasion.
"Happy anniversary how beautiful," she wrote over the snap, adding how much she was "in love" with Porsha and Simon's special connection.
#MusicNews: Dolly Parton’s ‘Rockstar’ Roars In top Country, Rock & Alternative Album Charts!
Dolly Parton’s 30-song set Rockstar, released Nov. 17, blasts in atop Billboard’s Top Country Albums and Top Rock & Alternative Albums charts (dated Dec. 2). The legend adds her ninth No. 1 on the former and her first on the latter.
The rock-influenced LP earned 128,000 equivalent album units, with 118,000 in album sales, in the week ending Nov. 23, according to Luminate.
The album opens at No. 3 on the all-genre Billboard 200, marking Parton’s third top 10 and highest career rank. She previously visited the tier with Blue Smoke (No. 6 in 2014) and Trio, a collaborative set with Linda Ronstadt and Emmylou Harris (No. 16 in 1987).
Rockstar additionally debuts at the summit on the all-genre Top Album Sales chart, becoming Parton’s first No. 1. Its first-week sales were bolstered by its availability at outlets including Barnes & Noble, Cracker Barrel, Dollar General and Target.
The set more than doubles Parton’s previous biggest sales week for an album, notched when Slow Dancing With the Moon sold 50,500 copies in its second chart week (March 20, 1993).
The star-studded Rockstar is being promoted as Parton’s first rock album, its recording initiated following her induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2022. She initially declined the honor but after entering being enshrined went all-in with the release of Rockstar.
The collection mixes original songs and covers and boasts a long list of prominent credited guests, including Pat Benatar, Miley Cyrus, Melissa Etheridge, Mick Fleetwood, Peter Frampton, Joan Jett and The Blackhearts, Elton John, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Paul McCartney, Stevie Nicks, Chris Stapleton, Ringo Starr, Sting and Steven Tyler.
Parton first reached Top Country Albums with the aptly named Hello, I’m Dolly in November 1967. She scored the first of her 49 top 10s with Just Between You and Me, with Porter Wagoner (No. 8, March 1968), and her first No. 1 with her 34th entry, 1977’s New Harvest…First Gathering, which led for a week that May.
Rockstar is Parton’s first Top Country Albums No. 1 since A Holly Dolly Christmas in 2020. “I am so proud and humbled to have my album reach No. 1 on the Billboard country and holiday charts,” she beamed to Billboard that week. “Boy, what a great early Christmas present for me!”
Meanwhile, Parton leads Top Rock & Alternative Albums in her first appearance on the chart. (Rockstar also rules Top Rock Albums, likewise marking her first visit to the survey.)
The new album’s “World On Fire” debuted and peaked at No. 26 on Hot Rock & Alternative Songs in May.
Plus, Parton’s cover of Prince and the Revolution’s “Purple Rain” enters the Rock Digital Song Sales chart at No. 14 (1,000 sold). It’s the sixth song from Rockstar to make the ranking, with three having hit the top 10 prior to the album’s release. “World On Fire” led for a week in May and her versions of The Beatles’ “Let It Be” (featuring McCartney and Starr) and Cyrus’ “Wrecking Ball” (featuring Cyrus) hit Nos. 2 and 6 in September and November, respectively.
#HipHopNews: Lil Durk's Verse Has Been Added Back To Kanye West's "Vultures"
Kanye West and Ty Dolla Sign have officially unveiled the version of their new track “Vultures” that features Lil Durk. While many people online heard snippet versions of the new exciting track with the famous Chicago lyricist, the original version did not include him.
Initially, the track was aired on Chicago radio with his contribution but was released on streaming platforms without it on Nov. 22. The version featured a sole guest appearance from Bump J and is anticipated to be the first single from West and Ty Dolla’s upcoming album.
Seemingly reacting to his verse being cut, Durk shared a message on his Instagram Story. It read, “Be lucky I’m humble. Look at it as your blessing.” The response seemingly addressed the removal but did not give precise details of what was happening.
“Vultures” already received considerable attention for Ye’s controversial bars. In his verse, West spoke on his accusations of anti-Semitism. He rapped, “How I’m antisemitic? I just f**ked a Jewish b**ch.” In the same track, West also targeted his former manager, Scooter Braun, with the line: “I just f**ked Scooter’s b**ch, and we ran up like Olympics / Got pregnant in the threesome, so whose baby is it?”
West hosted a release party for the new single in Dubai that was attended by Ty Dolla, Chris Brown, CyHi the Prynce, Vory, Bianca Censori and more. There have been countless videos and photos of the decorated emcee celebrating the song’s release in a nightclub with his collaborators.
Friday (Nov. 24), Durk posted a photo of his iced-out watch on his story after the release went live, captioned “Dubai” with the goat emoji.
Teyana Taylor Laughs Off Pregnancy Rumors Following Gotham Awards Appearance Amid Divorce
For the 33rd edition of the ceremony honoring independent films, the 32-year-old showed off her curves in a black sling dress that perfectly fitted her body. Baring her cleavage with the low-cut, the model/dancer could not hide her stomach, which looked a bit bloated that night.
After photos and video of her pose on the red carpet were posted online, many began speculating that Teyana flashed a baby bump at the event. "She's pregnant," one person reacted to the "Dark Fantasy" singer's look at the award show.
Another commented, "She has like a 10 pack flat abs so unless she just ate she's def preg." A third weighed in, "Uh oh I know I ain't the only one thinking ...is there a baby otw." A fourth person asked, "is she pregnant??" while another similarly inquired, "Is that a baby bump."
Others, meanwhile, begged to differ as one social media user claimed, "I thought she was pregnant for sec but she's always been that's girl." Another clapped back at the speculators, "So bloating and having a big meal doesn't exist anymore? y'all see a little tummy and go straight to pregnant."
Apparently catching wind of the comments on Hollywood Unlocked's post about her look that night, Teyana quickly set the record straight. In the comments section of the same post, she denied that she's having a bun in the oven and that she was just having a full bladder.
"Auntey ain't preggo y'all! I just had to pee. Y'all know that pee pouch ain't nothing to play wit," she wrote with a slew face with tears of joy emojis. "My kangaroo head a**," she added, before correcting herself, "kangaroo pouch."
Teyana announced her split from Iman Shumpert, with whom she shares two children together, in September. Earlier this month, it was revealed that she had filed for divorce from the former NBA star months before the split confirmation.
She later released a statement expressing her disappointment that the divorce news got leaked to the public. "It is very heartbreaking that someone would take out the time to make such a private matter public for the world to see," she wrote on her Instagram Story.
NBA Player Josh Giddey’s $40 Million Sponsorship Deal At Risk Over His Alleged Relationship with a Minor
NBA player Josh Giddey could possibly lose out on millions after allegations surfaced accusing him of having an inappropriate relationship with an underage girl. According to reports, the NBA is looking into the claims against the Oklahoma City Thunder shooting guard, which sparked via social media last week.
The investigation kicked off after photos began circulating online of Josh Giddey, 21, posing shirtless with an alleged high school junior. In one of the images, the professional basketball player is seen with his arm around the unidentified girl.
During the Thunder’s recent press conference, the Australian native had no comment when asked about the allegations. He said,
“I understand the question obviously but no, there is no further comment right now. I get the questions guys, I completely understand you want guys want to know about it, but just for right now I don’t have anything to say.”
While Giddey continues to make a name for himself in the NBA, it’s no surprise that the 6-foot-8 athlete reportedly struck a four-year, $40 million deal with Australian cereal brand Weet-Bix.
However, according to recent reports, Giddey is at risk of losing his multi-million-dollar sponsorship deal due to his alleged relationship with the minor. Reportedly, Weet-Bix wasted no time cleaning its social media pages of Giddey.
The company said that they are aware of the claims and are following along with the NBA’s investigation until more details are provided. A spokesperson for Weet-Bix said,
“We are obviously aware of news surrounding Josh Giddey and are waiting for facts to be confirmed. We are in contact with Josh’s management team and waiting on further detail at this point.”
What are your thoughts on this entire situation?
Prosecutor says Young Thug was ‘proclaimed leader’ of violent street gang at racketeering trial openings
Fulton County Chief Deputy District Attorney Adriane Love said YSL – the acronym for Young Thug’s label, Young Stoner Life Records – in fact stands for Young Slime Life, an Atlanta-based criminal street gang led by the rapper and affiliated with the national Bloods gang.
“YSL operated as a pact,” she said, and Young Thug was “King Slime.” His home was allegedly filled with drugs and guns, and gang members would reach out for permission to kill and to provide him with stolen items, according to Love.
“They created a crater in the middle of Fulton County’s Cleveland Avenue community that sucked in the youth, the innocence and even the lives of some of its youngest members,” Love said.
5 things to know about Young Thug and the YSL RICO case
Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, is one of the music industry’s most innovative and influential hip-hop artists, pushing not just musical boundaries but often cultural ones too – including in his decision to wear a purple dress for the cover of his 2016 album, “Jeffery.”
He was charged last year alongside more than two dozen other people under the state’s expansive Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act – known as RICO. It’s the same law Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis used to indict former President Donald Trump and 18 co-defendants in August in connection with their alleged attempts to overturn the 2020 election.
Several defendants took plea deals last December – including rapper Gunna – while others were severed from the case. Young Thug is among six defendants who have pleaded not guilty to all charges and are standing trial in an Atlanta courtroom.
Young Thug’s defense attorney Brian Steel has said the rapper is innocent of all counts and has previously told CNN he “committed no crime whatsoever.”
The prosecution’s opening statements marked the start of what’s expected to be a monthslong trial that will be a test of the state’s expansive RICO law, prosecutors’ highly controversial decision to use rap lyrics as evidence and of Willis’ reputation ahead of Trump’s coming trial.
The first day of opening statements already saw several delays, prompted first by a juror issue and then by defense attorney complaints. Already, the trial has featured heated exchanges between prosecutors and Young Thug’s defense attorney, who made a motion for a mistrial that was denied by the judge.
Marquavius Huey, Deamonte Kendrick (known as Yak Gotti), Quamarvious Nichols, Rodalius Ryan and Shannon Stillwell are the other five defendants in the trial.
Stillwell’s attorney, Maxwell Schardt, delivered his opening statements Monday afternoon, saying his client was not guilty of the charges he’s facing, including murder.
Shortly after, court adjourned for the day. Attorneys for other defendants are expected to deliver additional opening statements starting Tuesday morning.
Mark Cuban Exiting ‘Shark Tank’ After Over 10 Years
Cuban announced the departure in a recent episode of the “All The Smoke” podcast, telling hosts and ex-NBA players Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson “it’s time.”
The billionaire Dallas Mavericks owner told Forbes on Monday he had nothing to add in addition to his comments on the podcast, and that he’s “still got a whole new season to shoot!”
Cuban’s withdrawal from the show hasn’t been confirmed by ABC.
Cuban told “All The Smoke” after years of investing in startups on the show, he’s slightly down on a cash basis, but the value of many of his investments are still doing well, name-dropping companies he’s invested in like BeatBox Beverages and Dude Wipes.
Cuban told Barnes and Jackson he loves the show “because it sends the message the American dream is alive and well,” adding that he feels the show and its entrepreneurial hosts have trained generations of entrepreneurs.
We estimate Cuban’s net worth at $6.2 billion, ranking him within the top 500 wealthiest people in the world. Cuban, who sold Broadcast.com for $5.7 billion in 1999, makes his money through varying ownership stakes in sectors including sports, media and technology.
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Cuban joined “Shark Tank” as a guest during season two and became a regular on the show in season three. The long-running show, now in its fifteenth season, gives up-and-coming entrepreneurs a chance to pitch their businesses and products to five “Sharks,” accomplished entrepreneurs who can then make investments in the businesses or turn them down. Cuban told Forbes last year he was considering leaving “Shark Tank,” saying he wasn’t worried about the show's longevity and that it would “survive fine without me.” The billionaire will have plenty to keep him busy once he exits the show, as he continues on as the owner of the Dallas Mavericks and the cofounder of Cost Plus Drugs among other business ventures. Cuban co-founded Cost Plus Drugs last year, which offers low prescription drug prices amid rising costs.
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Some of the deals struck between contestants and sharks are ultimately called off, or their terms are changed significantly after taping, Forbes reported earlier this year. Cuban said these changes are often because of new information that arises during the sharks’ due diligence process, or due to entrepreneurs who “just came for the commercial.”
Man who stripped naked on Disneyland ride was on drugs, police say
Disneyland guests on “It’s a Small World” got an unexpected and unwelcome show Sunday when a man stripped nearly naked and got up close and personal with some of the set pieces on the iconic ride.
Officers with the Anaheim Police Department responded to the theme park at around 1:30 p.m. to assist Disney security with the incident.
Video of the streaker obtained by KTLA shows the man, eerily lit in blue, orange and pink lights, walking around nearly in the buff to the sound of Christmas music.
“I am on Small World and there was a streaker, I cannot believe this happening,” Ashley Esqueda posted to X, formerly Twitter.
Disneyland officials told KTLA that the man stepped out of the ride’s vehicle as the attraction was in operation and that park employees stopped the ride as soon as they were made aware of the situation.
“At some point, somebody snapped him outside of the ride … and it looks like he went for the full birthday suit look out in the sunshine,” TMZ reported.
Indeed, another video (warning) shows the man fully naked and wading in the water near the ride’s entrance as a worker approaches.
His clothes were photographed sitting in a pile on the floor inside.
The 26-year-old man was arrested for indecent exposure and being under the influence of a controlled substance. He was first taken to a hospital as a precaution, Anaheim police told KTLA.
His name was not immediately released.
Chris Brown Responds to Antisemitism Allegations After Dancing to New Kayne West Song
On the track, Kanye raps, “How I’m antisemitic? I just f—ed a Jewish b–tch / I just f—ed Scooter’s b–ch, and we ran her like Olympics / Got pregnant in the threesome, so whose baby is it? Whose baby is it?”
Chris came under fire for his apparent enjoyment of the lyrics.He responded to the backlash in a pair of Instagram Story posts on Sunday (November 26), which have since been deleted.
“Let me make this perfectly clear before y’all try to use me as a pawn,” her wrote, according to XXL. “Ima Piru, I aint Muslim or Jewish so don’t start no s–t wont be no s–t!!! Im trying to be peaceful but please do not wake up the demon in me. Go on about your f–king day.”
In his second message, Chris outright denied being antisemitic.
“In no way shape or form am I antisemetic [sic] !!! I’m pro life and I make music for the entire world!!!!!! So please do not get tricked into thinking I spread hate or am kool with it! This [is] for the million of young kids that look up to [me] and [may] be confused,” the post read.
Kanye has created his fair share of controversies recently, as the “Heartless” rapper has made antisemitic comments on multiple occasions.
Whoopi Goldberg Blasts Critics of Dolly Parton's NFL Thanksgiving Halftime Show Outfit
Whoopi Goldberg is speaking out in defense of Dolly Parton‘s wardrobe choices. On Thursday (November 23), Dolly, 77, took the stage during halftime of the NFL’s Thanksgiving day matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Commanders in Arlington, Texas.
For her performance, the “Stairway to Heaven” singer donned a Cowboys cheerleader uniform made up of a blue crop top under a tiny white vest and short white shorts.
On Monday’s (November 27) episode of The View, Whoopi addressed the backlash Dolly received for wearing a revealing outfit.
“Seventy-seven-year-old superstar Dolly Parton stole the show on Thanksgiving at the Cowboys-Commanders game dressed as a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader, but some critics told her to act her age,” she said. “Bite me! Everybody that participated in this, you should be ashamed of yourself.”
Co-host Sunny Hostin followed Whoopi‘s comments by sharing the same sentiment.
“If I look like that in one of them Cowboys things, I might have everything out,” she said. “I don’t know if that’s a belly ring or what, but I want what she has.”
Woman Involved in Montgomery Riverfront Brawl Sentenced to Anger Management Classes – Second Defendant Given Jail Time
Richard Roberts pleaded guilty to misdemeanor assault for his part in the August brawl on a Montgomery river dock. He was sentenced to 32 days, which he will serve on weekends over the course of four months. Roberts will also have to perform 100 hours of community service and pay court costs.
Another defendant, Mary Todd, 21, pleaded guilty to harassment as part of a prearranged plea agreement. She was sentenced to anger management classes and has 90 days to complete the classes and must pay court costs associated with her case.
Three other defendants, Allen Todd, 24, Reggie Ray, 42, and Zachary Shipman, 26, had their cases continued.
The Todds and Shipman were each charged with one count of third-degree assault in the August 5 brawl in Montgomery. Roberts was charged with two counts of third-degree assault, and Ray was charged with disorderly conduct.
After the court accepted his guilty plea, Roberts apologized to victims Damien Pickett and Daniel Moore.
The fracas, which some believe may have been racially motivated, erupted after a dispute over a dockside parking spot.
It started when the co-captain of the Harriott II cruise ship – carrying 227 passengers – tried to dock in its reserved spot but found a private boat docked in its space, Montgomery Police Chief Darryl Albert said in August.
The Harriott II and its passengers waited about 45 minutes as the co-captain, Damien Pickett, tried to reach the occupants of the docked boat using a PA system. But “they were only responded to with obscene gestures, curse words and taunting,” Albert said.
Pickett was then picked up by a young dockworker in another vessel and taken to the dock so he could try to speak with the boat occupants and get them to move, Albert said. There, the boat occupants confronted the captain in a “very hostile manner,” the chief said.
Pickett was “attacked by several members of the private boat” and was treated at a hospital that night, the chief said. Several Harriott II crew members came to Pickett’s defense, according to the chief.
The incident, which was caught on video, largely broke down along racial lines in a city with both a fraught history of racial violence and a proud place in the civil rights movement.
Police said Pickett, the Black co-captain of the Harriott II, and the 16-year-old White boy who helped take Pickett to the dock to try to speak with the owner of the private boat were both assaulted.
The mother of the White teen said she heard racist comments directed at Pickett.
“You could hear men yelling ‘f**k that n***er’” as Pickett tried to move a pontoon boat occupying the riverboat’s docking location, the teen’s mother said in a sworn statement to police.
But Pickett has told police he didn’t think the attack was racially motivated. Pickett was in the courtroom on Friday.
“We believe what he is saying, and what he is saying is that he does not believe it was racially motivated whatsoever,” Albert said in August. “If more evidence comes forward. If there’s more proof that this leaned toward more of a hate crime, we will amend those charges and charge appropriately then.”
CNN has reached out to Montgomery police for an update on the investigation.
The last of the five defendants taken into custody, Ray, allegedly wielded a folding chair during the brawl. His civil attorney said Ray, the lone Black defendant, was “roped into” the melee due to a “white mob.”
“Mr. Ray was involuntarily roped into the disorderly conduct initiated by a violent white mob,” attorney Lee Merritt said in a statement to CNN after Ray turned himself in to authorities. “Mr. Ray will continue to participate with the ongoing investigation concerning the same and is committed to being forthcoming about his limited role in the brawl.”
The attorney representing another defendant said he has received “threatening letters.” Attorney Richard White said he hopes the case will be tried strictly on evidence and will not be influenced by any possible preconceived notions.
“I don’t care if you’re Republican or Democrat, African American, White, whatever. It has no business in courts, in the city of Montgomery or anywhere else in our country. And that’s the only thing I ask for,” said White, who is representing Roberts.
Investigators looked into hate crime charges
The police chief said local investigators worked with the FBI to determine whether to file hate crime charges in this case.
“We were unable to present any inciting-a-riot or racially biased charges at this time,” Albert said in August.
Steven Reed, Montgomery’s first Black mayor, said “it’s important for us to understand that there was a young White dock worker or someone who worked on the boat who also tried to help and who was attacked as well.”
And the city’s Black police chief said he did not take the investigation lightly.
“Knowing Montgomery’s history, knowing all the civil rights things that we went through here in the city of Montgomery and what the means to the nation, we were very amped-up to get this right,” Albert said.
Montgomery played a central role in the transatlantic slave trade when enslaved people would arrive on its riverfront to be sold in the city’s slave markets.
It later became the birthplace of the civil rights movement, after Rosa Parks’ refusal to give up her bus seat to a White man in December 1955 led to the Montgomery Bus Boycott – the first major protest against segregation.
‘Mr. Big Stuff’ Songstress Jean Knight Passes Away at 80
Jean Knight, the iconic ‘Mr. Big Stuff’ songstress passed away last Wednesday, as confirmed by her family.
In a released statement, Jean’s family celebrated her remarkable career, spanning from JetStream Records to Stax Records, and notably, her initiative in founding her own label, Comstar
“Jean Knight’s legacy is not just a musical one; it is a testament to the enduring love between an artist, her hometown, and the fans who adored her. As we bid farewell to this iconic soulstress, New Orleans and her global fan base join together in gratitude for the indelible mark she left on the world,” the family said in a statement.
The singer was most known for her famous hit ‘Mr. Big Stuff.’
While Jean recorded numerous songs in her career, none matched the success of “Big Stuff.”
Other notable singles include “My Toot Toot,” “You Think You’re Hot Stuff,” “Carry On,” “Helping Man,” “Do Me,” and “Jesse Joe (You Got to Go).”
Carolina Panthers Part Ways With Coach Frank Reich After 11 Games
The Carolina Panthers traded their first-round pick this year to move up to draft Quarterback Bryce Young, who has struggled immensely this season. The Carolina Panthers haven’t scored 20 points since their week six loss against the Dolphins.
The Carolina Panthers find themselves at the bottom of the league, ranking last in both total yards and passing yards. Their performance in rushing yards and points is not much better, placing them at 29th. The disappointment of this season is evident, and team owner David Tepper seems to have a penchant for cycling through head coaches as if they were leased cars. He will be hiring his seventh coach since 2018. Some would say a new owner is needed, not a new Quarterback or Coach. But you can’t fire the owner.
On Monday, Tepper made the announcement that Panthers fans were desperately looking for after a deflating season.
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