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To say WrestleMania 41 was a train wreck would be an understatement as fans of the WWE took to social media to let it be known that this year’s wrestling super bowl was one of thee worst in recent memory. However, having John Cena make history by winning his 17th World Heavyweight title in arguably the worst main event in WrestleMania history was the icing on the carrot cake.
According to Newsweek, John Cena’s historic win came at the end of what many felt was a slow and sluggish match between John Cena and former Undisputed Champion, Cody Rhodes. And though this was supposed to be John Cena’s final match in the WWE, having him walk away with the championship opens the door to more John Cena for the foreseeable future.
The “worst” WrestleMania main event comes a year after what many considered the “Best” WrestleMania main event, which saw Cody Rhodes defeat Roman Reigns to become the undisputed champion and featured appearances and interference from the likes of The Rock, The Undertaker, Seth Rollins, and others. This time around they got Travis Scott to attempt to help John Cena only to feel the wraith of Cody Rhodes in the square ring (that was kind of funny though). By winning the world title a 17th time, John Cena surpassed the legendary Ric Flair, who held the record as the 16-time World Heavyweight champion for decades.
Still, the entire weekend left a sour taste in the mouths of wrestling fans, and one has to wonder how WWE plans on righting the ship going forward. John Cena seems to know whatever he said post-WrestleMania would be held against him in the court of public opinion and instead opted to avoid talking about the “worst” WrestleMania main event in WWE history.
Per Newsweek:
Cena refused to answer any questions, instead opting to say that the questions were “clickbait” and were “lazy reporting.”
“I’m beginning to sense a pattern here, that you guys are just looking for headlines, so I’ll give you one,” Cena said. “Tune into Monday Night Raw to see how I ruin wrestling. And keep in mind that you are talking to the last real champion. Step your game up next time.”
Additionally, fans noted that Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson didn’t show up despite seemingly being the catalyst to Cena becoming the villain.
Instead, fans were treated to a sluggish match with no variety that ended due to an interference from Travis Scott, who isn’t a wrestler.
Cena said that his goal is to ruin pro wrestling. And if he keeps this up, he just might.
How Trumpian of John Cena.
What did y’all think of WrestleMania 41? Was it the worst one ever? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Don’t look now but Walmart has one of the hottest fashion deals online, with 28% off its bestselling SUBNB Oversized Hoodie. For just $25, you get that coveted baggy look seen on musicians like Ariana Grande and Rihanna (not to mention countless TikTok influencers raving about it online).
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Celebrity couples like Justin and Hailey Bieber, and Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian are also fans of the oversized hoodie look, which is an easy way to level up your streetwear cred with just one item of clothing.
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This Walmart deal gets you the baggy fit hoodie in your choice of more than a dozen colors. We like the “coffee gray” colorway above, but there are a ton of other options online, including more of the muted earth tones that are so trendy right now.
The hoodie is made from cotton blend material that is super soft and cozy. The thicker construction, meantime, helps the hoodie keep its shape and helps you stay warm underneath. The pullover makes a great layering piece for summer music festivals or chilly nights at the beach. It’s also great for lounging around the house. Fashion fans love an oversized hoodie as a statement item, whether worn on its own (say, over tights or jeans) or layered under a jacket or trench, for a chic and casual mash-up.
This is one of the bestselling fashion pieces at Walmart, and one of the best-reviewed too, with shoppers giving it a 4.7-star rating (out of five). Reviewers say it wears in beautifully the more you wash it, adding that the material gets softer with age. One shopper put it even more bluntly, saying this is “literally everything you want in a cozy comfortable sweatshirt.”
This Walmart hoodie is already oversized so you should take your normal size when you order. But you can also size up if you want that extra roomy, exaggerated aesthetic. Already at steal at its regular $35.99 price point, a Walmart flash deal discounts the SUNBS hoodie down to just $25 here.
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Looking for other options? Walmart also has this unisex hoodie available in 20+ colors for just $18.98 here. As with all Walmart deals, prices could change at any time so we recommend adding to cart while the sale price is still live. See full details here.
And Amazon has this one below, which featuring a flattering V-neck design and a soft fleece material. We’re partial to the vintage-inspired gray colorway below but you can choose from six colors online here.
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Shannon Sharpe is now battling more than just his sports hot takes, as he’s the focus of a new $50 million lawsuit.
According to Variety, Sharpe has been accused in Nevada state court of assault, sexual assault, battery, and sexual battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
The woman, only identified as Jane Doe — who was 30 years younger than him— says the relationship lasted about two years and was “rocky” yet “consensual.”
The complaint alleges that Sharpe recorded the two having sex and later showed it to other people without getting her permission first.
Last September, Sharpe went viral for accidentally going live on Instagram while his followers could hear him having sex in the background. That woman wasn’t Doe, but when that scandal happened, Doe tried to cut ties with him. Still, he reportedly continued to hound her even after she stopped answering his calls.
He persisted, and in October 2024, he met with her in person and allegedly forced her to have sex with him as he “violently sexually assaulted and anally raped Plaintiff two different times in Las Vegas, Nevada.” Then, in January 2025, another incident occurred when he pressured her for unprotected sex while she pleaded with him to stop or wear a condom.
“After many months of manipulating and controlling Plaintiff—a woman more than thirty years younger than he—and repeatedly threatening to brutally choke and violently slap her, Sharpe refused to accept the answer no and raped Plaintiff, despite her sobbing and repeated screams of ‘no,’” reads the complaint, according to NBC Sports.
Jane Doe is represented by Micah Nash and Tony Buzbee, who’s behind dozens of Diddy accusers’ cases and more NFL-specific in representing the woman allegedly abused by NFL quarterback Deshaun Watson.
If the case goes to trial and Doe wins, she will receive the $50 million, but Sharpe will not face criminal charges.
The news comes on the heels of a pending major business deal for Sharpe, who reportedly has a $100 million deal on the table now that his contract with Colin Cowherd’s The Volume podcast network is expiring.
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With massive hits such as “I Want to Hold Your Hand,” “She Loves You,” “Can’t Buy Me Love,” “A Hard Day’s Night” and more, The Beatles have been a timeless and classic rock band spanning generations of fans. Songwriters John Lennon and Paul McCartney fueled the music, and a new biography takes a closer look at their deep and complicated relationship.
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On sale for $29 (regularly $32) on Amazon, John & Paul: A Love Story in Songs follows Lennon and McCartney’s relationship as songwriters, lyricists and bandmates in The Beatles. Author Ian Leslie drew from tunes, film footage and recordings to paint a picture of two musicians working together to create some of the greatest songs of the 20th century.
If you’re an Amazon Prime member, you can order now, and John & Paul: A Love Story in Songs will be delivered to your home in less than two days once it’s released thanks to Prime Delivery.
Not a member? Sign up for a 30-day free trial to take advantage of all that Amazon Prime has to offer, including access to Prime Video, Prime Gaming and Amazon Photos; fast, free shipping in less than two days with Prime Delivery; in-store discounts at Whole Foods Market; access to exclusive shopping events — such as Prime Day and Black Friday — and much more. Learn more about Amazon Prime and its benefits here.
The memoir is also available at BookShop.org for $29.76, while John & Paul: A Love Story in Songs is buyable at Barnes & Noble priced also at $29.
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In addition, John & Paul: A Love Story in Songs is available as an Audible audiobook, which is only $0.99 for subscribers only.
If you’re not a subscriber, you can sign up for a 30-day free trial. But right now, Audible has a new promotion that gives new subscribers three months of service for just $0.99 per month. You’ll receive one credit for any audiobook on Audible. But act fast and sign up now — this deal ends on Wednesday, April 30.
Throughout their careers in music, Lennon (who died in 1980) and McCartney have seven Grammy Awards as songwriters in The Beatles, including best performance by a vocal group for “A Hard Day’s Night,” album of the year for “Revolver” and “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band” and others.
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In the digital age, it may be difficult to find an activity for everyone in the family to do together. There’s something nostalgic for playing foosball, slide hockey and table tennis for parents, while playing billiards, shuffleboard and backgammon can develop a sense of competition and teamwork for kids.
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Available at Walmart, the family-friendly Best Choice 10-in-1 Combo Game Table Set is on sale for $179.99, or $166 off its list price — a nearly 50% savings. In addition, the game table has a 4.2 out of 5-star rating with more than 1,100 of the retailer’s shoppers.
And since the Best Choice 10-in-1 Combo Game Table Set is from Walmart, you’ll get it shipped to you for free if you’re a Walmart+ member. Otherwise, your cart has to be more than $35 to get free shipping.
If you’re not a member, then you’re in luck: You can sign up for a 30-day free trial to take advantage of everything the retailer’s rewards program has to offer with perks such as free, fast delivery; fuel discounts; streaming access to Paramount+ to watch hit originals; additional savings with early access deals and much more.
In addition, Walmart+ comes with access to SiriusXM for all sorts of talk radio and music — including popular channels such as The Coffee House for stripped-down songs from Noah Kahan, Kacey Musgraves, The Lumineers, Phoebe Bridgers and others. Learn more about what Walmart+ can offer you here.
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Meanwhile, the game set is interchangeable with swappable tables and features 10 games, including slide hockey, foosball, billiards, shuffleboard, table tennis, chess, cards, checkers, bowling and backgammon. Game tables are easy to switch out, while games are multiplayer or single-player activities. It’s fun for the whole family, especially when you’re listening to your favorite music on a portable record player for another dose of nostalgia.
Marked down to $179.99 (regularly $345.99), the Best Choice 10-in-1 Combo Game Table Set comes in four colors — including walnut, natural, gray and arcade — at Walmart.
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So you’ve already picked up a turntable and found some clever ways to store your records too. To take your vinyl experience up another notch, you’ll want to add this new Amazon find to your at-home listening setup.
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Amazon is selling a $35 light-up vinyl record stand, which lets you (and your guests) know exactly what album you’re playing at the moment. A great way to display your favorite album cover art, the light-up stand also adds a touch of retro appeal to your space, with the “Now Playing” sign reminiscent of neon signs seen at radio stations, on jukeboxes and at vinyl cafes.
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This LP stand is made from solid wood and keeps your album sleeves upright for easy displaying. The illuminated LED sign, meantime, lights up in 16 different colors. An included remote control lets you easily change the colors from afar, and lets you adjust settings to take it from a solid color to a cool gradient effect (you can also use touch controls directly on the stand).
We like this original version above, which lets the stand sit easily on table or shelf, but Amazon also sells wall-mounted versions and other stand shapes as well.
This light-up display is an ideal way to add a touch of class and whimsy to your vinyl setup, and it makes a great gift for music lovers too. It’s a fun way to store and organize your records too, especially if you don’t want to hide them in bulky boxes or bookshelves (the stand can holder up to five records).
The YuanDian light-up LP holder has a solid 4.4-star rating (out of five) from thousands of verified reviewers online, with many praising it for being a “conversation piece” and for adding “warm” ambience to their space.
Regularly $40+, get the light-up vinyl record stand on sale for 10% off right now at Amazon. The deal includes one wooden base, one LED light, two acrylic sheets, a USB cable and a remote control. See full details here.
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Ella Langley is one of the busiest new artists in country music. The brunette bombshell released her 14-track debut album, Hungover, last summer and became a viral sensation with “You Look Like You Love Me,” her duet with fellow country star Riley Green. The playful song was more than a trending TikTok sensation, it earned Langley her first No. 1 single on Country radio and made her the first and one of only two female artists to lead the Billboard Country Airplay Chart in 2024. The RIAA Platinum-certified hit also won Musical Event of the Year at the CMA Awards.
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Now, Langley is hitting the road, with the singer set to perform on Riley Green’s 2025 North American Damn Country Music Tour. She’ll also join Morgan Wallen for eight stadium shows on his I’m The Problem Tour.
So it’s easy to see why this busy woman would be attached to her cellphone.
“It’s important to me to stay close to friends and family, so I’m always calling or FaceTiming,” she says, about needing to keep her iPhone on hand. “It’s also where I keep song titles and ideas for future writes.”
And if you’re a celeb who’s always on your phone, you better make it look good. That’s why Langley has partnered with must-have phone accessory purveyor PopSockets on Sunset Rodeo by Ella Langley, a new collection of bold designs with country western flair inspired by her own personal aesthetic and life on the road.
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PopSockets Sunset Rodeo by Ella Langley
Decked out in western-inspired designs (think turquoise accents and desert prints), the MagSafe collection features nine cell phone grips, two PowerPacks, four cases, and two PopWallets. There’s even a bolo tie-inspired crossbody phone strap. Pricing starts at $35 online.
The capsule is part of PopSockets’ Curated By…line, which enlists well-known influencers and celebrities to curate collaborative collections. The collab was a perfect match for both the company and the artist, with PopSockets praising Langley for being “authentic and unapologetically herself.”
Langley, meantime, says it was a fun process collaborating with PopSockets, noting that “This collection works with so many different styles and elevates any look I put together. I love that we mixed bold, western elements with a touch of glam [and] the looks are classic and full of character,” she says. “These accessories complete my style whether I am at the studio, capturing content at home, or performing on stage.”
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For Langley, her phone (and new PopSockets accessories) also provide a fashionable way for the artist to stay connected to her audience. “I love posting songs I’m listening to, books I’m reading, and sharing photos or video dumps from my life on the road,” she tells Billboard. “I also like connecting with fans by going live on Instagram or TikTok. Sometimes I’m packing for the road, cooking at home, or getting ready for a show. It’s fun to share an inside look into my life and to engage with people from all over the world.”
And when the superstar needs a break, just like the rest of us, she turns to social media.
“I love resharing TikTok videos that make me laugh,” she confesses. “That’s where you’ll get to know my type of humor. Oh and anything dog-related. I’m obsessed!”
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Fans from all around the world can tune in to SweetWater 420 Fest, as part of National Live Music Day, slated for Sunday (April 20).
The musical festival — which features performances by Emily Wolfe, The Ries Brothers, Sierra Hull, Sammy Rae & Friends and Lawrence — livestreams from Pullman Yards in Atlanta, Georgia, starting at 12:30 p.m. ET/9:30 p.m. PT.
Read on for details on how to stream on Nugs.net.
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Nugs.net accountholders can stream SweetWater 420 Fest for free. If you don’t have an account, you can sign up for free. However, the streamer has paid subscription tiers starting at $12.99 per month, or $129.99 per year, for the basic subscription.
The streaming service features hundreds of livestream concerts, a catalog of past shows — including by Bruce Springsteen, Billy Strings, Pearl Jam, Jack White, Phish and other — exclusive bonus interviews, discounts and other benefits. Learn more about Nugs.net here.
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Meanwhile, those who want to watch internationally can access the streaming service with a VPN, such as ExpressVPN or NordVPN.
As part of National Live Music Day, SweetWater 420 Fest livestreams from Atlanta with a start time of 12:30 p.m. ET/9:30 a.m. PT. You can watch the entire event live for free on Nugs.net.
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