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Mariah Carey Can’t Trademark “Queen of Christmas”

Mariah Carey Can’t Trademark “Queen of Christmas”

Mariah Carey just heard a word she’s probably not accustomed to hearing:  NO.  Because her bid to trademark the phrase “Queen of Christmas” was DENIED. She also failed to trademark the phrases “Princess Christmas” and “Christmas Princess”. She was hoping to lock them down for a variety of products, but she faced opposition, most notably from…MORE

Thanksgiving Foods: Pick One

Thanksgiving Foods: Pick One

People have a lot of opinions on Thanksgiving foods. They’re strong opinions steeped in tradition. For example, if there aren’t noodles on the table, I will flip the table. But let’s say you absolutely had to get rid of something from the menu. Buzzfeed started a food fight, and here’s where we stand. 1.  Which…MORE

Professional Power Slapping Is Now a Sport

Professional Power Slapping Is Now a Sport

For those of you who are always down for more sports on TV, I bring you . . . slapping.  Power slapping at that.  UFC boss Dana White is bringing his new Power Slap league to TBS in January. If your friendly neighborhood algorithms haven’t exposed you to slapping competitions yet, the concept is pretty simple: two people stand…MORE

$10K Can Buy Happiness

$10K Can Buy Happiness

Everyone likes to say “money can’t buy happiness” (at least until they win a billion-dollar lottery), but a new study suggests money can buy happiness, and it only costs $10,000. Researchers gave 200 random people a one-time payment of $10,000, and required them to spend it within three months. They recorded how the people felt…MORE

Jennifer Aniston Opens Up About IVF

Jennifer Aniston Opens Up About IVF

Jennifer Aniston spoke candidly about pregnancy in a new interview with “Allure” magazine.  She even admitted that she really tried to get pregnant in her late 30s and early 40s. She said, “I was going through IVF, drinking Chinese teas, you name it.  I was throwing everything at it.  I would’ve given anything if someone had said to…MORE

“Black Panther 2” Has Already Sold $45 Million in Advance Tickets

“Black Panther 2” Has Already Sold $45 Million in Advance Tickets

We already know “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” is going to be a box office BEAST.  And here’s the proof you DIDN’T need:  It’s already sold $45 million in advance tickets. By Friday, advance sales could be in the $60 million to $65 million range . . . which is more than the $55 million in advance sales…MORE

Chris Evans is the Sexiest Man Alive

Chris Evans is the Sexiest Man Alive

I’m not here to contest this: Chris Evans has been named People magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive for 2022.  Stephen Colbert made the announcement last night on The Late Show. Chris wasn’t on the show, because he was busy filming the Netflix movie Red One.  But they did send a video of his co-star The Rock presenting him with the honor. Chris told People, “My…MORE

Aaron Carter Dead at 34

Aaron Carter Dead at 34

ZPL Birthday Bash alum Aaron Carter was found dead in his home in Lancaster, California on Saturday.  He was only 34.  Aaron’s house sitter found his body in the bathtub around 11:00 a.m. and called 911. There’s no word yet on the cause of death, but authorities say they found no evidence of foul play.  After…MORE

Selena Gomez Spent Years Contemplating Suicide

Selena Gomez Spent Years Contemplating Suicide

Mental illness can affect anyone . . . even the rich, young, and beautiful.  Selena Gomez says she spent her late 20s contemplating suicide. In an interview with “Rolling Stone”, she said, “I thought the world would be better if I wasn’t there.” She added, “It would start with depression, then it would go into isolation.  Then it…MORE

New Music from Drake and 21 Savage, Joji, and A Boogie wit da Hoodie

New Music from Drake and 21 Savage, Joji, and A Boogie wit da Hoodie

It’s new music Friday, and here’s what we’ve got. • “Her Loss“, Drake and 21 Savage.  This is a collaborative album. • “Santa Baby“, Alicia Keys.  This is her ninth album and first Christmas album. • “Me vs. Myself“, A Boogie wit da Hoodie.  This is his fourth album.  His guests are Roddy Ricch, Tory Lanez, Kodak Black, and H.E.R. • “Smithereens“, Joji.  This is his third…MORE