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<p>On July 3, 1969, Brian Jones drowned in his pool and died at just 27, but questions still linger about what really happened at his Cotchford Farm home that night.</p>

RINO, Republican In Name Only, is a slur used against Republicans who fail one or more extreme right wing purity tests. It’s likely Reagan, Goldwater, the Bushes, Eisenhower, John McCain and other Republicans icons would be labeled RINOs by the standards of Trumpism. Here's a new term – PINO. Patriot In Name Only. Examples: If you disrespect 1st Amendment's free press protections and call Journalists “Enemies of the People,” you may be a PINO.

Ana Navarro was named co-host of “The View” beginning in season 26 in 2022. She had previously joined the show in 2015 for season 19 as contributor. Navarro has made recurring appearances on the panel as a guest co-host since November 2018 in season 22. She appeared on the show for the very first time as a guest co-host in 2013.Navarro is a political strategist and commentator. Born in Nicaragua, she immigrated to the United States in 1980 at 8 years of age. She is a Republican commentator with expertise on Latin American, Florida and Hispanic issues

[Verse 1] Moving forwards, using all my breath Making love to you was never second best I saw the world crashing all around your face Never really knowing it was always Mesh and lace

Crocs have become a danger at Disney World — but not the ones with teeth and scales. Walt Disney World has reportedly declared war on Crocs, the ones you wear on your feet, following multiple incidents involving the foam slides jamming escalators. The Florida amusement park has “outlawed” the popular footwear — at least on its escalators — where the shoes have been getting chewed up and stuck in the escalator teeth, Inside the Magic reported.

Welcome to Delicious or Distressing, where we rate recent food memes, videos, and other entertainment news. Last week we discussed Trader Joe’s hot new mini totes. Lauren Sánchez, vice chair of the Bezos Earth Fund and Jeff Bezos’ fiancée, announced Tuesday that the fund would commit $60 million to establish Bezos Centers for Sustainable Protein. These centers plan to research and create new fake meats that ostensibly taste better, are better for us, and cost less to manufacture. The commitment is part of the $10 billion pledge that Bezos made in 2020 through the Bezos Earth Fund to fight climate...

“Every time I put the radio on, it’s ‘Oh My Lord,’” John Lennon said in December 1970. “I’m beginning to think there must be a God.” Lennon wasn’t alone. As his former bandmate George Harrison’s debut single blanketed the airwaves, a struggling New York publisher, Bright Tunes Music, must’ve heard divine intervention in the melody of “My Sweet Lord.” It was identical to a chestnut in their dusty catalog, “He’s So Fine.” On Feb. 10, 1971, as Harrison’s hit was idling down from four weeks at No. 1, Bright Tunes filed a copyright infringement suit. The older song, written...

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HI, I’M MICHELLE! I love playing in my kitchen with music on, sipping a mocktail—or cocktail—while I cook, making a big joyful mess, and cleaning it up with a compostable sponge. Ready to celebrate every step you make to live a life you love and make the world a better place while you’re at it? Grab a flour-dusted apron and let’s get this party started! Shrimp made from plants? Oh yes, vegan shrimp is stepping into the spotlight on Planet Earth. This is the guide to plant-based shrimp covers the best vegetarian shrimp brands and homemade vegan shrimp recipes.

Pepperoni is one of America’s most loved processed meats. It is an extremely popular additive to pasta dishes, sandwiches, and of course, pizza. Some pizza shops also only offer two toppings: pepperoni or cheese! Crazy, right? However, with the latest food trends around the world, more and more people are moving away from meat products and placing a focus on vegan alternatives. But who wants an alternative that doesn’t taste good? No one! This is exactly why we have researched some of the best vegan pepperoni alternatives. So, what is the best type of vegan pepperoni? You should mainly...

Amid continued tensions and violence in Gaza and Israel, students at the University of Pittsburgh organized a sit-in outside of the Cathedral of Learning on Tuesday. “We're just here in solidarity with Palestinians at a time where they don't have universities, to use our university privilege to make something,” said Samuel Weiner, a master’s student in Pitt’s teaching department.

Murphy retired from the U.S. House the year Democrats lost 54 seats and became the minority party in the House for the first time in 40 years. He was succeeded by fellow Democrat Frank Mascara. When he was out of elected office, allegations of wrongdoing swirled around Murphy for a final time in 1999, when he was indicted by a Fayette County grand jury for allegedly forging absentee ballots for residents of a nursing home. He was charged with forgery, conspiracy and tampering with public records. In a deal with prosecutors, all but one of the voter fraud charges were...

1. Alice in Chains Plaintive, emotive, and occasionally mournful, Alice in Chains pioneered a melodic, intoxicating sound. Quite simply, their moodiness was mesmerizing. Their songs not only dealt with themes of heartbreak and loss, but also tackled big picture issues like war and conformity. As far as rock bands in the 90s go, these legends are the undisputed, often underappreciated, masters of the form. Check out their 1994 epic Jar of Flies.

Law enforcement officers on Wednesday handcuffed and removed at least 10 people participating in a student protest on the University of Texas at Austin campus in support of Palestine amid the Israel-Hamas war. UT Austin students demanding that the university divest from manufacturers supplying Israel weapons in its strikes on Gaza gathered outside the university’s Gregory Gym with plans to march to the South Lawn, where they said they would sit down throughout the day. More than 200 students had gathered as of noon.

As Celebrants we celebrate inclusion and diversity. It is one of the reasons we chose to train as a Celebrant and forms an intrinsic part of our values. Occasionally, when working as a Celebrant, you may be asked to deliver a funeral for a transgender person. This means, the gender the person identifies as is not the same gender they were assigned at birth. While writing and delivering a funeral for a transgender person is no different to the process for any other person, complications can arise when it comes to matters such as pronouns, eulogy wording and supporting...

Ever sat down at a restaurant, eagerly awaiting a perfectly cooked steak, only to be disappointed by a charred, overcooked slab on your plate? Well, we’ve all dealt with that disappointment. Today, we will explain the different levels of steak doneness, from rare to well-done. With this guide, you’ll be able to order your steak cooked just the way you like it every time. Yup, no more dried-out, overcooked steaks! By the end, you’ll know exactly how to get your steak cooked perfectly.

“It was a bright cold day in April, and the clocks were striking thirteen.” So begins 1984, author George Orwell’s frightening novel about citizens under the thrall of a dictatorship. “Big Brother is watching you” is a threat and a warning to the populace that is surveilled by the all-seeing eye of the “telescreen” that tracks their every move while also pacifying them with cheap entertainment and state propaganda. “War is Peace. Freedom is Slavery. Ignorance is Strength” are watchwords of the shadowy, thuggish regime in Orwell’s cautionary tale of tyranny rampant in a future world where courage is quashed...

There are so many options that you might feel a little overwhelmed. Nearly every franchise has its own ranch sauce, but who has the best — or, more importantly, the worst? What about those perfect-for-everything, crave-worthy dips that have achieved near cult status? Don't fear, intrepid orderers. We've rounded up our most and least favorite fast food condiments, ranging from those loaded with horseradish to avocado to buttermilk. Whether you're just a casual dipper or an absolute sauce slatherer, we've found something for every nugget, fry, and pizza crust out there.

The Department of Justice has agreed to a $138.7 million settlement with victims of sports physician Larry Nassar who accused the FBI of failing to adequately investigate the convicted sex abuser. Acting Associate Attorney General Benjamin Mizer announced the settlement on Tuesday, saying: “For decades, Lawrence Nassar abused his position, betraying the trust of those under his care and medical supervision while skirting accountability.” “These allegations should have been taken seriously from the outset,” he said.

Singer John Legend eviscerated Donald Trump in an interview with Jen Psaki on MSNBC Sunday, calling the former president a racist “in the core of his being.” Appearing on Inside with Jen Psaki to discuss his work in criminal justice reform, Legend began by talking about his personal connection to the issue, telling viewers that while growing up in Springfield, Ohio, he had an early introduction to the criminal justice system. His mother, along with other family members, he revealed, had spent time in jail