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London museum removes Russell Brand hair exhibit after rape conviction

London museum removes Russell Brand hair exhibit after rape conviction

Collector Viktor Wynd has removed a display described as containing Russell Brand’s pubic hair from the Viktor Wynd Museum of Curiosities, Fine Art and UnNatural History in Hackney, London, following Brand’s rape conviction.

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Yella Beezy sentenced to life for arranging rapper Mo3’s murder

Yella Beezy sentenced to life for arranging rapper Mo3’s murder

A Dallas jury convicted rapper Yella Beezy, whose legal name is Markies Conway, of capital murder for arranging the killing of fellow rapper Mo3.

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Kylie Jenner employee describes closet ordeal and pepper-spray incident

Kylie Jenner employee describes closet ordeal and pepper-spray incident

A former employee of Kylie Jenner claimed she was trapped inside the reality star’s closet for more than an hour while suffering a panic attack — and that her supervisor laughed at her desperate pleas for help.

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Authorities to identify Montauk Mary and five other Long Island cold-case victims

Authorities to identify Montauk Mary and five other Long Island cold-case victims

A woman gunned down along a Montauk highway almost 50 years ago and five other Long Island cold case victims will finally have their identities revealed Thursday, authorities said.

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Davante Adams injury deepens Los Angeles Rams receiver shortage

Davante Adams injury deepens Los Angeles Rams receiver shortage

The Rams received somewhat positive news on the injury front on Wednesday.

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Stray Kids Announce 2027 'RUN IT' World Tour with MetLife Stadium Headline

Stray Kids Announce 2027 'RUN IT' World Tour with MetLife Stadium Headline

K-pop group Stray Kids has officially announced its 'RUN IT' World Tour for the spring and summer of 2027, culminating in a headline performance at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium. The seven-member lineup will perform globally from May through July, supporting their latest chart-topping album, while member Lee Know remains absent due to mandatory military service.

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Barbie sequel negotiations stall over reported $25 million pay packages

Barbie sequel negotiations stall over reported $25 million pay packages

Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling and Greta Gerwig sought $25 million apiece — plus bigger profit shares — for "Barbie 2," leaving Skydance CEO David Ellison to resolve a contract standoff as his Hollywood empire grapples with massive debt, according to a report.

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João Franco’s earlier post draws attention after arrest over fatal Turkey brawl

João Franco’s earlier post draws attention after arrest over fatal Turkey brawl

Former "Below Deck" star João Franco posted a cryptic message about taking some time away from social media to "realign" his "moral compass" just three weeks before he was arrested in Turkey for his apparent involvement in a deadly brawl.

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Bath & Body Works launches buy-one-get-one-free candle offer

Bath & Body Works launches buy-one-get-one-free candle offer

Bath & Body Works candles are the ultimate holiday gift.

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Calgary Chef Launches App to Connect Food Businesses with Non-Profits

Calgary Chef Launches App to Connect Food Businesses with Non-Profits

Amid record-high food bank usage across Canada, two Calgary entrepreneurs have introduced a new digital initiative to combat food waste. Sean Burton and Kenzie Bullock launched Mise: Family Meals, a program that facilitates the direct transfer of surplus food from local businesses to charitable organizations in need.

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