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24 Apr 2023

Lego Unveils Three New Sets Inspired by ‘The Little Mermaid’: How to Pre-Order Online

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Lego wants the whole family to enjoy The Little Mermaid. On Sunday (April 23), the toy company unveiled three new sets inspired by the Disney film releasing next month.

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The collectible sets, designed for kids and adults, range in price from $19.99 up to $159.99.

First up for release, Lego’s The Little Mermaid Story Book Set, which is designed for ages 5 and older, and will be available in stores and online on May 1. The ($19.99) set includes miniature figurines of Ariel, Ursula, Prince Eric and Sebastian.

Dropping June 1, Ariel Treasure Chest lets fans “build their own treasure chest, decorate it and fill it with keepsakes in two secret drawers.” The set is suitable for ages 6 and up. Unfortunately, pre-orders are sold out at Lego.com, but the set might get restocked closer to the release date.

The Story Book set is still available for pre-order online.

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Lego Disney The Little Mermaid Story Book Set

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Lego’s The Little Mermaid Clam Shell set, designed for ages 18 and up, will be released on May 1. The massive set ($159.99) features mini figures of Ariel, Ursula, King Triton, Sebastian and Flounder; along with Ariel’s sisters Indira and Karina. The set features “key moments from the movie” and references to throne rock, Ariel’s grotto and Ursula’s lair.

The Lego sets are the latest in a string of Little Mermaid merch to hit the web, including the official Barbie doll, books, clothing, bags, jewelry and other collectibles that fans can purchase in anticipation of the film, which hits theaters on May 26.

Disney’s The Little Mermaid, a live-action adaption of the animated film, stars Halle Bailey, Melissa McCartney, Jonah Hauer-King, Simone Ashley, Javier Bardem, Jacob Tremblay, Daveed Diggs and Jessica Alexander.

Pre-order Lego’s Little Mermaid clam shell set below.

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LEGO Disney The Little Mermaid Royal Clam Set

$159.99

24 Apr 2023

Nelly and Ashanti Spark Romance Rumors, Seen Holding Hands in Vegas

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The rumor mill is swirling after Nelly and Ashanti were spotted holding hands following the boxing match between Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia, where the two were together ringside, according to Page Six. 

While the duo have not confirmed that they are seeing each other again, fans are already celebrating on social media. 

“Awww. Nelly and Ashanti are back together I’m here for it. They both aged beautifully,” one wrote. 

Even fellow celebs got into the mix with fellow rapper Bow Wow writing in the comments section of an Instagram post from The Shade Room.“Yo mo! I know we not seeing eye to eye either really but from lil bro to big bro STOP PLAYING AND MARRY THIS WOMAN BRO!” fellow rapper Bow Wow wrote in the comments section of an Instagram post from The Shade Room. “You like 50  sit yo old ass down this your queen.”

The couple has been romantically linked on and off since the 2000s and this isn’t the first time that fans have hoped for a reunion. In December 2022, the pair performed their hit, “Body On Me,” in front of an audience where they were smiling and grinding on each other on stage. Later that month in an interview with Andy Cohen, Ashanti said she was surprised by the positive reaction from fans. 

“My reaction was, ‘Wow.’ It was a lot of comments and a lot of people wanting that [us back together],” she said at the time, “What I will say is, we’re in a better place. You know, ’cause before, it was like [mimics fighting]. But we’re cool now. Yeah, we have some conversations, you know. So it’s cool.”

Cohen pushed the subject asking, “But you’re not getting back together?” The singer struggled to find words, simply responding, “I mean, I don’t…”

Fans on Twitter are celebrating the possible reunion with one making comparisons to the rekindled relationship between Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez which finally resulted in their marriage more than a decade after they broke up. 

One user said that there was one person who really deserves the credit for the reunion. 

24 Apr 2023

Cardi B Files To Have Tasha K’s Property Seized To Satisfy $4M Judgement

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Cardi B definitely isn’t hurting for money these days, but if you owe that woman some court ordered coin, best believe she’ll be coming for anything that isn’t nailed to the floor to collect what she’s owed.

AllHiphop is reporting that YouTube personality Tasha K is learning the lesson first hand as the Grammy Award-winning rapper is looking to get the $4 million that she was awarded in her defamation lawsuit. A month after being awarded the “W” in her defamation case, Cardi is wasting no time in getting her money and is already taking the procedural steps to have Tasha K’s assets taken to satisfy the $4 million lawsuit.

According to documents obtained by AllHipHop, a writ of execution was filed against Tasha K and Kebe Studios LLC in Georgia on Thursday (April 20). The court order cleared the way for Cardi B to collect the judgment awarded to her in a defamation lawsuit.

Cardi B filed the lawsuit against Tasha K back in 2019 after the vlogger who has over a million subscribers made numerous videos about Cardi in which she claimed that Cardi used hardcore drugs, cheated on her husband, Offset, and even claimed she had herpes. Instead of taking it to the streets like pre-Love & Hip-Hop Cardi B might’ve done, the “Bodak Yellow” rapper took the legal route and was eventually awarded over $4 million for defamation, invasion of privacy and infliction of emotional distress.

Though Tasha K apologized for her videos and tried to appeal the verdict, this past March a court upheld the decision and left her on the hook for the cool $4 mil. Just a few days ago, Tasha K took to IG to show just how much in debt she’s in, and whew, she’s about to be broke as hell forreal forreal.

We doubt Cardi B’s moved or amused by the post.

What do y’all think about Cardi B coming for Tasha K’s assets? Let us know in the comments section below.

24 Apr 2023

WWWE Star Ted DiBiase Jr. Charged With Finessing Millions From Welfare Fund

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One of wrestling most enigmatic personalities will have to clear his name in court of law. Ted DiBiase Jr. is charged with stealing millions of dollars from a welfare fund.

As spotted on Yahoo Entertainment! the sports figure has some very serious charges looming over his head. On Thursday, April 20 the former WWE talent was hit with a federal indictment. “Theodore Marvin DiBiase Jr., 40, of Madison, along with co-conspirators John Davis, Christi Webb, Nancy New, and others, are alleged to have fraudulently obtained federal funds – including from The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) and the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program – that they misappropriated for their own personal use and benefit” the statement from The Department of Justice read.

John Davis reportedly served as the executive director of the Mississippi Department of Human Services. MDHS was issued federal funds that were then reallocated to non for profit organizations that were run by Christi Webb and Nancy New. They in turn awarded bogus contracts to DiBiase’s company Priceless Ventures LLC.  According to the paperwork he is charged with “one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and to commit theft concerning programs receiving federal funds, six counts of wire fraud, two counts of theft concerning programs receiving federal funds, and four counts of money laundering.”

If found guilty Ted DiBiase Jr. faces a maximum penalty of five years of prison for conspiracy and a maximum of 20 years on the wire fraud. He has pled not guilty to all the charges. When asked by WAPT-TV for a comment he simply replied “Jesus loves you, brother. God bless you, man.  That’s it.”

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24 Apr 2023

Here Are All Key Dates for the 2024 Oscars Including the Date of the Telecast

The 96th Oscars will take place on Sunday, March 10, 2024, which is right in line with year’s show which aired on Sunday March 12. Jimmy Kimmel hosted for a third time.

The 2024 show will air again live on ABC from the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood. That has been the Oscars’ home in all but one year since 2002. (The pandemic forced a move to Union Station in Los Angeles two years ago.)

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences also announced key dates for the 2023 Oscar season. The Oscars are giving their accountants more time to count the votes than they did in years past. Winners will be announced 12 days after final-round voting closes (rather than five days, as in the past). Nominations will be announced seven days after nominations-round voting closes (again, rather than five days).

Academy key dates for the 2023 Oscar season are as follows:

General entry categories submission deadline:  Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023      

Governors Awards:  Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023                                               

Preliminary voting opens: Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023 at 9 a.m. PT                        

Preliminary voting closes: Monday, Dec. 18, 2023 at 5 p.m. PT                           

Oscar Shortlists Announcement: Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023

Eligibility period ends:  Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023

Nominations voting opens: Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024 at 9 a.m. PT                      

Nominations voting closes:  Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024 at 5 p.m. PT                         

Oscar Nominations Announcement:  Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024                 

Oscar Nominees Luncheon:  Monday, Feb. 12, 2024

Finals voting opens: Thursday, February 22, 2024 at 9 a.m. PT                                 

Scientific and Technical Awards: Friday, Feb. 23, 2024

Finals voting closes:  Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at 5 p.m. PT                                    

96th Oscars: Sunday, March 10, 2024

All dates for the 96th Academy Awards are subject to change.

24 Apr 2023

Sly Fox Struggle: Tucker Carlson Leaves Fox News, Allegedly Agreed To Part Ways

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Tucker Carlson, he of slanted opinions and owner of one of the most punchable faces in America, is now out of a job. According to rapidly developing reports, the longtime Fox News host has agreed to part ways amicably with the network, or that is what allegedly happened.

Tucker Carlson, 53, has been a Fox News media team member since 2009 after a three-year stint with MSNBC. Carlson has hosted the Tucker Carlson Tonight show on Fox News since 2016.

Via a statement that was first reported by the Associated Press, Fox News said that they “agreed to part ways” with Carlson, and this announcement comes just after the network settled a lawsuit with Dominion Voting Systems and how the network reported on the 2020 election.

Carlson, whose show was one of the most popular on the network, aired its last episode this past Friday (April 21).

“We thank him for his service to the network as a host and prior to that as a contributor,” added the press release from Fox News.

Carlson has attracted plenty of attention as one of the leading voices in so-called conservative media, and also for his on-air gaffes and outward support of former president Donald Trump. Carlson’s departure from Fox News likely wasn’t over the $787 million settlement the network has to pay Dominion Voting Systems However, Carlson did question the network’s coverage of the election and privately stated that he was not a true fan of Trump.

On Twitter, the news of Tucker Carlson leaving Fox News is starting to bubble with reactions from most rubbing a bit of salt in the wound. Given the rise of podcasts that lean right of center coming out, Carlson should be working again in no time.

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24 Apr 2023

2023 Latin American Music Awards Reach 5.1 Million Viewers With Univision Debut

The 2023 Latin American Music Awards (Latin AMAs) — which aired for the first time on the Univision Network since its debut on Oct. 8, 2015, on Telemundo — reached a cumulative audience of 5.1 million total viewers 2+, Billboard has learned.  

Univision’s inaugural event, which took place April 20 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, averaged 2.1 million total viewers 2+ and 829,000 adults 18-49, drawing in +31% more key adult 18-49 viewers, and +41% more adult 18-34 viewers than the 2022 edition. The red carpet pre-show “Noche de Estrellas” averaged 1.3 million total viewers 2+ and 481,000 adults 18-49, who tuned in to all or part of the three-hour live broadcast across Univision, UniMás, and Galavisión.

“The success of this year’s Latin AMAs is a testament to the strength of our network portfolio, and our ability to deliver on what moves our audiences — music, and quality live entertainment,” said Ignacio Meyer,  president U.S. networks, TelevisaUnivision, in a statement. “We are thrilled with the results of what was our first edition of one of the most prestigious events in music, and look forward to continuing to play a vital role in driving fresh and innovative cultural experiences that unite Latinos.” 

Additionally, the awards ceremony that was hosted by Clarissa Molina, Galilea Montijo, Julian Gil, and Natti Natasha became the No. 1 program on all of TV, regardless of language during primetime with U.S. Hispanics among total viewers 2+, adults 18-49 and Adults 18-34. Univision finished as the No. 1 broadcast network and No. 2 overall for the entire night, outperforming ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, The CW, and Telemundo among adults 18-49 and adults 18-34. 

Under the theme “Somos un Movimiento” (We Are a Movement), the 2023 Latin AMAs also had a strong social media presence, ranking as the most social TV program with 6.0 million total interactions across Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube combined — nearly doubling figures of the 2022 edition. 

The awards show featured musical acts such as Anuel AA, Becky G, Peso Pluma, Wisin, Carlos Vives, Manuel Turizo, Danna Paola, Grupo Frontera, and Chiquis, to name a few. Karol G was the big winner of the night, taking home eight awards including artist of the year. Bad Bunny, on the other hand, won album of the year for Un Verano Sin Ti, and Bizarrap, won the coveted new artist of the year.

24 Apr 2023

Jimmie Allen Reveals His ‘Wicked’ Pre-Show Ritual

Jimmie Allen has a unique pre-show ritual when he’s warming up for his concerts on the road –performing the song “Popular” from the 2003 musical Wicked. The tune is delivered by Glinda in the Broadway show.

“I’m a huge musical theater fan,” Allen revealed to Kelly Clarkson on The Kelly Clarkson Show‘s Monday (April 24) episode. “Before every show when I’m on my bus getting ready, I listen and I sing the song ‘Popular’ from Wicked. That’s my jam. I play it, I’m putting my jewelry on, got my skinny jeans on …”

From there, Allen offered up a few bars of the song’s verses, standing up and twirling as he continued singing. Returning to his seat, he was quickly asked by Clarkson whether he would ever want to take part in a movie-musical.

“One of my dreams is to play Aaron Burr in Hamilton,” Allen said. “I did theater all through high school. I want to go to Broadway … my boy Wayne Brady did it in Chicago, then my boy Leslie Odom [Jr.] did it in the original cast. I love theater. I listen to it while I’m driving. I listen to the whole soundtrack.”

Allen recently revealed a new track, “Be Alright (15 Edition),” and premiered the music video for the song during his appearance on The Kelly Clarkson Show.

Allen also recently announced that he and his wife, Alexis Gale, have parted ways, and that they are expecting their third child together. The couple wed in May 2021, and share two daughters, Naomi and Zara. Allen also has an older son, Aadyn, from a previous relationship.

“Our number one priority is and always will be ensuring that our children are happy, healthy and loved,” Allen told fans via a message on Instagram on April 21.

24 Apr 2023

ENHYPEN’s 4th Mini Album ‘DARK BLOOD’ Is Coming Soon: Here’s When It Arrives

May is gearing up to be a busy month for ENHYPEN‘s Engenes, as the K-pop stars announced both the title and release date for its forthcoming mini album on Monday (April 24).

The group — which consists of Heeseung, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, Jungwon and Ni-ki — shared via Weverse at midnight that their fourth mini album, DARK BLOOD, is scheduled to arrive on May 22. Accompanying the announcement was a moody and enigmatic logo trailer, which features classical string instrumentation as well as black and white imagery of text, drops of liquid and more before unveiling the album’s title.

Fans were also treated to a calendar of events pertaining to the album’s release. Concept trailers, films, photos and mood boards will arrive between May 1 and May 10. DARK BLOOD‘s tracklist and its respective title poster will arrive on May 17, with an album preview to follow on May 18. The video teasers for the yet-to-be titled lead single precede the album’s release on May 19 and May 21, with the album and full music video releasing one day later. ENHYPEN will also perform a special showcase for DARK BLOOD on May 22.

ENHYPEN’s previous mini album, Manifesto: Day 1, marked the group’s first No. 1 effort on the Billboard charts. The set crowned Billboard’s Top Album Sales chart dated Aug. 27 in its third week on the chart, following its No. 3 debut.

Watch the album trailer for DARK BLOOD in the video above, and see the schedule of events for the album below.

24 Apr 2023

Don Lemon Says He Got Fired By CNN, Twitter Reacts

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It’s been quite a day in mainstream media. Along with news of Tucker Carlson and FOX News “parting ways,” Don Lemon claims that he got fired by CNN.

On Monday afternoon (April 24), Lemon took to Twitter, of course, to share that he’d been given the boot by the cable news network. “I am stunned,” wrote Lemon. “After 17 years at CNN I would have thought someone in management would have had the decency to tell me directly.”

Damn, cold world.

However, Don probably should have seen the writing on the wall (he was reportedly given a “final warning” a couple of months ago). Besides getting bumped from his nighttime anchor spot to mornings, he found himself mired in several controversies. In February he said Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley, 51, was part her “prime,” which then led to reports that Lemon had been “hostile” toward female employees at CNN for years.

Lemon was for a long time a target of Black Twitter due to his Uncle Tom-like behavior in Ferguson, but lately had been given a modicum of grace thanks to recent more woke stances when it comes to racism in America. No doubt, social media is reacting to his firing. See some of the more poignant takes in the gallery.