Veteran NBC News reporter Andrea Mitchell announced Tuesday that she will be leaving her MSNBC daytime show at the start of the new year. The 77-year-old will leave behind the anchor desk, a spot she’s occupied since 2008, to take on a “broader role” at NBC News. Mitchell told viewers of her decision to leave Andrea Mitchell Reports after 16 years on-air during Tuesday’s broadcast. “And after 16 years of being in the anchor chair every day, I want time to do more of what I love the most,” she…
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Enormous nest with 5,000 wasps found in woman’s spare room
If you’re of a nervous disposition as it pertains to wasps and hornets and all things that fly and sting (I say this because I am) then you might want to look away from the screen now. With that mild disclaimer out of the way, let us present to you a scene that one pest controller from the UK described as the most unusual of his 45-year long career. Now, it’s only natural that at varying points in the year – dependent, of course, upon what part of the globe…
Read MoreFirefighters warn against ‘very dangerous’ place to charge phone
In 2023, an Arizona middle schooler was almost killed in a fire, started by her cellphone that sparked deadly flames while powering up overnight in her bed. Now, firefighters are reminding smartphone users to practice safe charging habits, so you and your device don’t go up in smoke. Keep reading to learn the risks of improper charging! A recent study reports that 62% of people fall asleep with their phones charging overnight, preparing for full battery life the next day. But, the Montgomery County Fire Department warns against this “very dangerous habit.” “No matter how much you…
Read MoreCarrot, egg or coffee: learn how you handle adversity
With all the challenges we face daily in the world, we thought we’d share a short story inspired by the “carrot, egg, and coffee” metaphor, illustrating different ways people push through adversity. This parable reminds us that when we get into hot water, we can’t control what’s happening, but we can control our response and change the environment into something fabulous! A young woman was facing some tough challenges in both her professional and personal lives and felt like giving up. Tired of struggling, she visited her wise grandmother for support. When she arrived, her…
Read MoreJustine Bateman defends decision to age naturally despite pressure: ‘I think I look rad’
It’s no secret that Hollywood stars, particularly women, feel pressure to keep up their looks as they get older. We constantly hear about the latest cosmetic procedures and routines the celebs are doing to stay young. But some decide to just embrace their own natural looks and age gracefully, like Justine Bateman, who recently spoke out about her decision to not have work done despite societal pressures… Justine Bateman is an actress, director and writer best known for playing Mallory in the 1980s sitcom Family Ties when she was a teenager. She also starred…
Read MoreFlorida man arrested for vulgar sticker on truck
A Florida man was arrested for displaying an obscene bumper sticker on the back of his truck, one that either expressed his sexual preferences, or his love for a four-legged animal. After Dillon Shane Webb was told the sticker was “derogatory,” he claimed his freedom of expression was violated, and the deputy’s office asked if he was using his free speech to express his desire of “eating a donkey.” Keep reading to learn why Webb was arrested over a bumper sticker! In 2019, a Columbia County sheriff’s deputy was driving behind a pickup truck when he…
Read MoreWhy you should never touch a cowboy boot left on a fence
Diversity truly is a beautiful thing. In all corners of the world people have their own traditions and customs, which is what often makes traveling such a deep and meaningful experience. I can’t tell you the amount of things I’ve learned, nor how my horizons have been broadened, simply by ensuring that I try to go to places I’ve never been before. In doing so, I find I not only grow as a person, but also become clued-in on aspects of various cultures that I never would have been able…
Read MoreTRUMP UNEXPECTED ANNOUNCEMENT
Donald Trump has been told by some advisers that he should prematurely declare victory on election night if he’s sufficiently ahead of Kamala Harris in key battleground states like Pennsylvania, according to people close to him, though whether he will heed that advice remains unclear. The consensus view is that Trump has nothing to lose by claiming he has won if he has a several-hundred-thousand-vote advantage in Pennsylvania or if his internal pollsters think a victory is plausible even if the results are not fully confirmed on Tuesday night. But even Trump’s most pugnacious allies…
Read MoreLittle-known Elvis moment changed everything for his singers
There’s no doubt that Elvis Presley had one of the greatest singing voices of all time. But beyond the music, he was also a remarkable humanitarian. In a world where music has the power to bridge divides, few artists have wielded that influence as profoundly as Elvis Presley. Beyond his legendary voice and electrifying performances, Elvis was a true trailblazer for equality, using his platform to challenge societal norms. When the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll prepared for a monumental concert at the Houston Astrodome in 1970, he faced an unexpected…
Read MoreFans say ‘time has not been kind’ to Johnny Depp
Johnny Depp’s transformation from his younger, heartthrob days to a 61-year-old grizzled actor is sparking lively conversations among online fans, some suggesting that “time hasn’t been kind to him” and others begging him to “wash [his] hair.” Keep reading to learn what fans are saying about the man who gave life to Jack Sparrow! Johnny Depp, now 61, has taken on the aging process with the same charm and mystique that defined his iconic career. Known for his roles in films like Edward Scissorhands, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Sweeney Todd, the two-time winner of People’s Sexiest Man…
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