The San Diego Foundation, LISC San Diego, and Urban League of San Diego County just launched California’s first grant-based program offering Black homebuyers up to $70,000 in grants for down payments and closing costs. The San Diego Black Homebuyer Program was established to eradicate the city’s racial wealth gap and increase …
Read More »Actress Mayim Bialik Will Fill in as Interim Jeopardy! Host Following Mike Richards’ Departure
Neuroscientist and actress Mayim Bialik will take over as host of Jeopardy!, following Mike Richards’ swift departure. “She is currently scheduled to tape three weeks of episodes (15 episodes) when production resumes this week, a spokesperson for Sony said. “As we move forward with production on this season of Jeopardy!, additional …
Read More »Lionel Messi’s Used Tissue is Being Sold for $1 Million
An anonymous person is selling the tissue that footballer Lionel Messi used during a farewell conference last week. The seller is asking for $1 million. Messi became emotional while announcing last week at Camp Nou that he was leaving FC Barcelona after twenty-one years and moving on to play with …
Read More »Dr Pepper Introduces Limited-Edition Chocolate-Flavored Soda
Dr Pepper’s new “FANtastic Chocolate” soda might be a chocolate lover’s dream, but it won’t be easy for them to get their hands on it. The limited-edition soda is a part of the company’s new “Pepper Perks” rewards program. “To access the limited time offering, consumers must scan the proof …
Read More »Rapper Silento Indicted for Murder in Georgia
A Georgia grand jury indicted rapper Silento for the shooting death of his cousin. The rapper was arrested in February and charged with one count of murder. Frederick Rooks, the rapper’s cousin, was gunned down in Dekalb County on January 21. 2021. Police gathered film from several security cameras in …
Read More »Award-Winning Producer Courtney Kemp Inks Eight-Figure Deal With Netflix
Courtney Kemp, the creator of the hit Starz series ‘Power,’ signed an eight-figure four-year deal with Netflix. Kemp will create new series and develop programming for a global audience. “I am incredibly excited to join the Netflix family and to continue to develop the kind of entertainment that End of …
Read More »Fredo Bang Tests Positive for COVID-19 in Miami Jail
Louisiana rapper Fredo Bang has tested positive for COVID-19 in a Miami jail where he is currently being held behind bars for a parole violation. According to The Miami Herald, Fredo Bang, whose real name is Fredrick Given II, and rapper Lit Yoshi, whose real name is Mieyoshi Edwards were …
Read More »Celebrate National S’Mores Day With Krispy Kreme x Hersey’s S’mores Donuts
Krispy Kreme and Hersey’s are giving us everything we need to celebrate National S’mores Day. Yes, you guessed it — s’mores donuts! “Krispy Kreme has partnered up with Hershey’s to give doughnut lovers “s’more” of their favorite campfire treat with our all-new S’mores inspired doughnuts,” Krispy Kreme’s website reads. The …
Read More »Limited-Edition Pumpkin Spice Cup Noodles Hit Shelves This Fall
Nissin Foods is celebrating Cup Noodles’ 50th anniversary with pumpkin spice. “After 50 years of noodle innovation, what better time to release our most unexpected flavor to date with pumpkin spice, and trust me its really is that good,” Jaclyn Park, Vice President of Marketing for Nissin Foods USA, said. …
Read More »IKEA Is Celebrating Its Loyalty Program With A ‘Store In A Box’ Gift Package That Features A Meatball Scented Candle
IKEA celebrates the tenth anniversary of its loyalty program, IKEA Family, with a ‘Store In A Box’ gift package sweepstake. The gift box’s limited-edition collection includes a candle that smells like the company’s HUVUDROLL meatballs. The sweepstake will start on August 6, 2021, and end on August 22, 2021. “For …
Read More »Oreo’s First-Ever Café Opens At American Dream Mall
The OREO Café is open and serving sweet treats. The café is “a first-of-its-kind treats bar, where visitors can customize sweets or pick from a delicious menu of decadent OREO-inspired desserts.” The new café is located at the American Dream Mall in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on the third floor …
Read More »Flamin’ Hot Cheetos Ice Cream & Shakes Are Here to Spice Up Your Summer
Marble Slab Creamery teamed up with Frito-Lays to create Flamin’ Hot Cheetos-flavored ice cream and shakes. “The mischievous matchup is a perfect combination of delicious sweet heat… this is not your everyday ice cream,” Marble Slab Creamery said. “Prepare to have your world turned upside down!” The Texas-based creamery describes …
Read More »Appeals Court Rule Judge Judy’s $47 Million Salary Isn’t Excessive
A three-judge panel ruled that Judith Sheindlin’s salary from her hit daytime show “Judge Judy“ is all hers. “It’s always gratifying when the correct judgment is affirmed,” the 78-year-old daytime host said. CBS and Sheindlin, one of the highest-paid TV hosts, has been entwined in a six-year court battle with Rebel Entertainment. The …
Read More »Showtime Renews ‘The Chi’
Showtime is renewing Lena Waithe’s hit series ‘The Chi‘ for season 5. The company announced the news after the show’s Sunday night finale. Season 5 will kick off next year. The Chi is a coming-of-age tale about South Side Chicago residents that make unusual connections that lead them to a …
Read More »Airlines Cancel and Delay Flights Because of “Overlapping Operational Challenges”
American Airlines and Spirit Airlines are experiencing “operational challenges including weather, system outrages, and staffing shortages.” “We’re working around the clock to get back on track in the wake of some travel disruptions over the weekend due to a series of weather and operational challenges,” said Erik Hofmeyer, a spokesperson …
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