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Netflix drops ‘El Camino’ trailer ahead of ‘Breaking Bad’ movie releaseVideo
“Breaking Bad” fans rejoice. Ahead of the release of “El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie,” Netflix has released the official trailer for the film. The trailer shows an emotional Aaron Paul, back as Jesse Pinkman. The clip ends with a voice asking, “You ready?” and a visibly scarred Pinkman responding,...
Fans celebrate Earth, Wind & Fire day on ‘September’ date
Earth, Wind & Fire start out asking “do you remember,” but could anyone really forget? Those words start the legendary funk band’s hit “September.” On an annual basis, the band and fans celebrate Earth, Wind & Fire day on Sept. 21, the date referenced in the song. The date was...
Twitter runs wild after Patriots release Antonio Brown
The Patriots released Antonio Brown on Friday less than two weeks after he signed following his release from the Oakland Raiders. Brown has been accused of rape in a lawsuit by a former trainer. He is also accused of exposing himself to a painter he had hired, according to the...
Twitter launches ‘hide replies’ feature to give users more control
Twitter wants to tailor users’ experiences and give them more control with a new feature. The service is now giving tweeters in the U.S. and Japan the ability to hide replies on their tweets. Twitter launches its controversial ‘Hide Replies’ feature in the U.S. and Japan by @sarahintampa pic.twitter.com/NrKwl24rAo—...
Need a boost? John Cena’s tweets will get you through the day
Sometimes we need to be inspired. And at times inspiration comes from unlikely sources. How about from a budding movie star and former WWE champion? Believe it or not, John Cena is quite the motivator on Twitter. On a daily basis, he offers some thought provoking or powerful messages. Hurt...
Auction of Anthony Bourdain’s belongings include $6K knife, ‘Simpsons’ script
If you wanted a piece of Anthony Bourdain, this may be your chance, so to speak. About 200 belongings from the late chef and television personality will be auctioned off from Oct. 9 to Oct. 30. According to a listing for the auction, items will include a Bob Kramer steel...
‘American Horror Story’ returns with ‘1984’ in 9th season
It’s back. “American Horror Story” returns for its ninth season at 10 p.m. Wednesday on FX. This season, it’s a throwback to 1984. Titled “American Horror Story: 1984,” it stars previous cast members Emma Roberts, Billie Lourd, Leslie Grossman and Cody Fern, among others. Crawl for your life. #AHS1984 pic.twitter.com/4dFBRPf1U4—...
Siri, Alexa sing ‘Rapper’s Delight’ for its 40th anniversaryVideo
If you’ve ever wondered what it would sound like if a trio of virtual assistants did karaoke, here’s your answer. YouTuber Steven Rosenthal made a video of Siri, Alexa and Google Assisant singing Sugarhill Gang’s famous “Rapper’s Delight.” The single was release by the group Sept. 16, 1979 and just...
Backstreet Boys were back, larger than life, in Pittsburgh at PPG Paints Arena
Were they, your fire? Your one desire? Backstreet Boys seemed larger than life Saturday night when they came to PPG Paints Arena. Backstreets back ALRIGHT!! They still got it after all these years — who was there?! ??#DNAtour #BackstreetBoys #Pittsburgh @backstreetboys @ppgpaintsarena pic.twitter.com/qdJGS1hEUx— 100.7 STAR (@StarPittsburgh) September 15, 2019 View...
Kanye West, Taylor Swift incident at MTV VMAs lives on 10 years later
Ten years is a long time, but some things seem like they just happened. Can you believe it’s been a decade since Kanye West stormed the stage during Taylor Swift’s acceptance speech at the MTV Video Music Awards? Believe it or not, it’s been that long. While accepting the award...
Former Patriot Rob Gronkowski says he’s had 20 concussions in CBS News interview
For Gronk fans clamoring for a return to the NFL, you might want to watch his latest interview first. The former New England Patriots tight end sat down with Reena Ninan of CBS News. In the interview, he said if he had a son, he would let him play football,...
Tennessee fan bullied for self-made T-shirt offered scholarship
One dedicated young fan just earned a college education for showing his true colors. After some unfortunate events for a University of Tennessee supporter, the school is offering honorary admission to UT and he has been awarded a four-year scholarship to the university. The fourth-grade Altamonte Springs, Fla., boy drew...
Cleveland Browns ban wrong fan for life for pouring beer on Titans player, report says
If the Week 1 loss wasn’t bad enough for the Cleveland Browns, this might make things worse. During the game against the Tennessee Titans, a fan poured beer on Titans players after the Tennessee defense ran an interception back for a touchdown. This @budlight’s for you?@RealLoganRyan and the @Titans got...
Dennis Rodman talks feeling bigger than Michael Jordan ahead of ESPN ’30 for 30′
Dennis Rodman had some pretty wild things to say in an interview posted Tuesday. While talking with Jackie MacMullan, The Worm discussed many topics in the 30-plus minus video posted to NBA on ESPN’s YouTube channel ahead of the release of his “30 for 30.” Rodman, 58, said at one...
The Undertaker drops in on College GameDay, talks UFC 242 on ESPN
The Undertaker made a rare non-wrestling TV appearance on Saturday. ESPN’s College GameDay was in Austin for the Texas vs. LSU game and the WWE star made a special appearance on the program. ? THAT'S THE UNDERTAKER'S MUSIC ? pic.twitter.com/6DCURh9GdO— College GameDay (@CollegeGameDay) September 7, 2019 ‘Taker repped his Longhorns...
White Claw is so popular, it’s becoming hard to find
Party people, there’s a problem. White Claw, the hard seltzer that’s getting sipped on it seems by everyone, is running out of its drink. “We are working around the clock to increase supply given the rapid growth in consumer demand,” Sanjiv Gajiwala, White Claw’s senior vice president of marketing, told...
Sheetz appears to call peace with Wawa, others in convenience store feud
It looks like the great Sheetz-Wawa rivalry has entered a new chapter. In a tweet Thursday, the Altoona-based convenience store chain seemed to call a stop to online arguing about which store is the best. Sheetz went on to call Wawa “cool,” while also complimenting Quik Trip, Pilot Flying J...
The Rock leaves honeymoon to fill in for Kevin Hart on talk show appearance
When you’re in a jam, call Dwayne Johnson. The Kelly Clarkson Show found themselves in one this week when taping the show’s first episode, according to today.com. Actor and comedian Kevin Hart was scheduled to be the program’s first guest. But after a car accident left him injured, the star...
Jonas Brothers show has true Pittsburgh feel at PPG Paints Arena
Tuesday night’s show had a whole lot of Pittsburgh to it. The Jonas Brothers played PPG Paints Arena, making a stop on their “Happiness Begins Tour.” View this post on Instagram Last night in Pittsburgh ❤️ #HappinessBeginsTour A post shared by Jonas Brothers (@jonasbrothers) on Sep 4, 2019 at 7:04am...
Lizzo grabs top spot on Billboard Hot 100 in wild time for chart
There’s been a rotating crew of champs when it comes to a Billboard title. Six artists were part of a Hot 100 top track since mid-August. Lizzo grabbed the top spot for the week of Sept. 7, going on 2 years since she released “Truth Hurts” in September 2017. .@lizzo...
Iron Maiden gives bucket-list show at sold-out PPG Paints Arena
There was a flamethrower. There was an airplane. There was a sword fight. But more importantly, there was an iconic band making their way back after 9 years. Saturday night was Iron Maiden’s return to Pittsburgh, having last played the area in July 2010. In front of a sold-out crowd,...
Third Eye Blind, Jimmy Eat World don’t disappoint at sold-out Stage AE
It was hard to be disappointed with the show Saturday night at Stage AE. The “Summer Gods Tour 2019” with Third Eye Blind and Jimmy Eat World came through Pittsburgh’s North Shore for a sold-out show. Both bands played for over an hour, each playing most, if not all, the...
WWE legend Ric Flair surprised with 70th birthday party
Ric Flair not only had a hard time “holding these alligators down,” he had a hard time holding the tears back Friday. “The Nature Boy,” as he was commonly known as during his days in the squared circle, was surprised with a 70th birthday celebration in Atlanta, with attendees ranging...
‘Mighty Ducks’ fly together for reunion at NHL game, secret project
They didn’t break out the Flying V, but some cast member of the “Mighty Ducks” franchise did get together for a reunion of sorts. Kenan Thompson, Vincent Larusso, Garette Ratliff Henson, Colombe Jacobsen-Derstine and Danny Tamberelli attended the New York Islanders vs. Anaheim Ducks game Sunday, wearing Anaheim Ducks jerseys...
Taylor Swift confirms ‘Cats’ role on Instagram
The “Cats” out of the bag for Taylor Swift. On Tuesday, she confirmed her role in the film adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s muscial. An Instragram post showed Swift posing next to a sign that read “Bombalurina,” a main character in “Cats.” It was reported in July by Entertainment Tonight...
