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Mel Gibson reveals ‘The Passion of the Christ’s’ most surprising legacy in new Raymond Arroyo interview
Mel Gibson has discussed the enduring impact of his 2004 film “The Passion of the Christ” in a new interview with Fox News contributor Raymond Arroyo, timed to the film’s cinema re-release and his upcoming sequel about the resurrection of Jesus. Gibson said he set out to depict the crucifixion with unflinching realism rather than…
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Former New Britain mayor misses deadline to repay taxpayer funds
Erin Stewart, the former mayor of New Britain, Connecticut, has repeatedly missed deadlines to repay more than $240,000 in taxpayer funds she allegedly misused during her 12 years in office. Stewart, 39, suspended her Republican bid for governor in May after an investigation found she had used a city-issued credit card to benefit herself, her…
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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Could Be Fully Funded by Tennessee’s 2027 State Budget
Tennessee lawmakers Cameron Sexton and Bo Watson have proposed including full state funding for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in the state’s 2027 budget, which would see the state cover costs currently borne locally by participating counties. If approved, this would make the book-gifting programme fully state-funded across all 95 Tennessee counties, honouring Parton’s legacy following…
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Jenna Dewan Defends ‘DWTS’ Casting Amid Backlash: ‘Step Up’ Star and Ex-Janet Jackson Backup Dancer Says ‘I Do Not Know How to Ballroom Dance’
Jenna Dewan has defended her casting on “Dancing With the Stars” Season 35 after fans criticised the decision, arguing that her professional dance background gives her an unfair advantage over the show’s amateur contestants. Dewan, a former Janet Jackson backup dancer and star of the 2006 film “Step Up”, insisted her experience does not extend…
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Terrorism, armed conflict prompt stark warning for Americans visiting scenic spot
The US State Department has updated its “Level 3: Reconsider Travel” advisory for Oman, warning American citizens of ongoing risks from terrorism and armed conflict. The update, issued on 30 August, primarily changes the policy on family members of US government staff joining them in Oman, though the overall risk level and warnings remain unchanged.…
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Dollywood Developing ‘Several New Experiences’ to Honor Dolly Parton
Dollywood Parks & Resorts is developing several new tributes to founder Dolly Parton following her death on 25 August at the age of 80 after a brief battle with cancer. Park president Eugene Naughton said the additions draw on years of conversations with Parton about how she wanted her vision carried forward, with the aim…
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Billionaire, 84, dumped girlfriend with nine icy words over dairy-free yogurt at 7,000 acre Colorado ranch… then sent brutal email announcing wedding to society maven, lawsuit says
Oona Sperr, 64, has filed a lawsuit against billionaire oil heir Sid Bass, 84, claiming he abruptly ended their ten-year relationship in September 2024 before marrying socialite Althea Irene Viafora Kress, 68, whom she accuses of manipulating Bass to force her out. The suit, filed in federal court and worth $400 million, alleges Bass was…
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Dollywood to Celebrate Dolly Parton With New Installations & Experiences: ‘We Will Carry Her Dreams Forward’
Dollywood, the Tennessee theme park co-founded by Dolly Parton, has announced a series of permanent installations and experiences to honour the country star following her death on 25 August. Park president Eugene Naughton unveiled the plans at a press conference on 2 September, saying Parton would have wanted the team to keep working and dreaming…
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Tim Curry’s Cause Of Death Revealed
Newly obtained documents from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirm that actor Tim Curry died of coronary artery disease, with a history of stroke and kidney cancer listed as contributing but not underlying causes; the records also state he had not undergone surgery for any of these conditions. Curry, best known as…
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Wary of Artemis IV timeline, NASA is changing lunar spacesuit design
NASA is simplifying the spacesuit design for its early crewed lunar landings, opting for a lighter “Sortie Suit” variant to be developed with Axiom Space, as the agency tries to keep its accelerated 2028 target for returning astronauts to the Moon’s South Pole. The move, directed by Artemis Program Manager Jeremy Parsons, aims to cut…