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Rob McElhenney and the cast of “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” honored Danny DeVito, who turned 80 on Sunday. DeVito famously portrayed Frank Reynolds on the show since 2006, and with a late-career resurgence, his status has been solidified as a cultural icon. “This man was born 80 years ago today. He could still drink…

Poll Imagines Trump–Obama Showdown A Hypothetical Battle It may sound impossible, but a new Daily Mail/J.L. Partners poll explored what would happen if Donald Trump and Barack Obama faced off in a presidential race. Though the 22nd Amendment limits presidents to two terms, speculation persists, fueled by Trump’s playful hints about a third run and Obama’s silence. Trump’s Teasing Remarks…

Stop Wasting Milk: A Simple Freezing Trick My family can never predict how much milk we’ll drink each week. Sometimes I buy what seems like enough, and it’s gone in two days. Other times, I overbuy, and it expires before we can finish it. Thankfully, I discovered a simple solution: freezing milk! How to Safely…

David Letterman was once hailed as the king of late-night TV, but in today’s cultural climate, many of his past interviews are being reexamined—especially those with female guests. One that continues to resurface is his 2006 interview with Jennifer Aniston, promoting The Break-Up. Dressed in black shorts and a blouse, Aniston was poised and professional.…

The Mystery of Cryptids The world of cryptids sits “between science and storytelling,” where myth meets mystery. From Bigfoot to the Loch Ness Monster, these creatures embody humanity’s fascination with the unknown. Films That Explore the Unseen The Mothman Prophecies (2002) turns West Virginia’s eerie 1960s events into “a chilling narrative” about warnings before disaster. Chasing…

Domestic violence, also called intimate partner violence (IPV), is one of the most urgent public health and human rights issues worldwide. The World Health Organization estimates that one in three women has experienced physical or sexual violence from an intimate partner. While anyone can be affected, women and girls remain disproportionately impacted. Domestic violence includes…

Former Vice President Mike Pence fought back tears as he delivered one of the hardest speeches of his life. After months of quiet struggle, he finally stepped before the cameras, his voice heavy with emotion. His announcement was not just political—it was deeply personal, carrying a weight that shook even his usual calm and steady…

Historic Win Zohran Mamdani, 34, scored a landslide victory to become New York City’s first Muslim and South Asian mayor. He won over 1.03 million votes, defeating Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa in the city’s highest voter turnout in 50 years. Clashing with Trump Tensions had simmered for months. Before the election, Donald Trump called Mamdani…

Zohran Mamdani Becomes NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani won New York City’s mayoral election on Tuesday, defeating independent candidate Andrew Cuomo with 50.4% of the vote. Cuomo finished second with 42%. Mamdani, 34, is the city’s first Muslim mayor. Victory Speech Highlights Addressing supporters, Mamdani said, “I am young, despite my best efforts to grow older,…

Kelly Clarkson has built a career on strength, authenticity, and a voice that can command stadiums. Yet her most powerful act didn’t happen under stage lights—it happened in the quiet of a hospice room, during the final, fragile moments of her ex-husband Brandon Blackstock’s life. “I never thought I’d be the one holding his hand…