Is Hollywood headed for a total shutdown? Why actors may soon join WGA writers on picket line
Hollywood stars may be days from joining screenwriters in what would be the first two-union strike in the industry in more than six decades
1970-01-01 08:00
An earthquake destroyed their home days before Christmas. They still have to pay the mortgage
A 6.4 magnitude earthquake forced hundreds out of their damaged Northern California homes months ago. The aftermath helps show that many Californians might not be as prepared as they could be for quakes in a state that has more damage-causing temblors than any other.
1970-01-01 08:00
Orkney council to look at proposals to become territory of Norway
The islands' councillors will consider a motion to investigate alternative forms of governance.
1970-01-01 08:00
Who is Deana Nicole Byrd? Babysitter charged with giving drugs to children and teaching them 'how to snort pills'
One of the children told the police that Deana Nicole Byrd provided them with pills, including Adderall, Klonopin, and Lyrica
1970-01-01 08:00
Senior China Diplomat Says Italy Backs Belt and Road in Concept
A senior Chinese diplomat said he believes Italy still backs the concept of President Xi Jinping’s signature global
1970-01-01 08:00
Jurgen Klopp sent Dominik Szoboszlai advice by midfielder's former manager
A former manager of Dominik Szoboszlai has told Jurgen Klopp the best way to use him at Liverpool.
1970-01-01 08:00
Taylor Swift fan does TV interview in disguise after calling in sick at work
The Swifties are a formidable bunch – just ask Matty Healy – and a recent fan interview has proven the point yet again, it seems. The Taylor Swift fan skived off work on the night of the pop star’s gig in Cincinnati this weekend, hoping nobody would recognise her when she was meant to be home “sick”. Inspired by Swift’s song “Anti-Hero”, the fan kept her identity secret by dressing up as one of the music video’s ghosts. Standing in a queue of thousands ahead of the grand opening of the Taylor Swift merchandise truck, which was selling $75 hoodies and $40 tank tops, the brave Swiftie even got in front of a camera, giving an interview to local news channel WKRC-TV Local 12. Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter “There are two Swifties here who shall remain anonymous, who called in sick to work,” said the interviewer. “They travelled here from Louisville, so they’ve gotten quite a drive here. They’ve been here since about 2.45 in the morning.” Turning to the two people with blankets over their heads, and one wearing sunglasses over the top, the reporter asked: “Can you tell me what Taylor Swift means to you – she must mean a lot to you, because you’re here and you’ve called in sick.” One of the fans replied: “That is very true. I almost called my daughter’s middle name Taylor, so…” The fan said she wanted to buy a hoodie from the merch truck, and that she had tickets to see the pop star this weekend. She added that she was taking an 11-year-old little girl to the gig with her. “It’s her first time. I went to the show in Nashville, so it’s more for her.” Fortunately for the fans, the reporter was supportive of their disguise. “Your secret’s safe with me! I think it’s safe with everyone else here too.” The ghosts in “Anti-Hero” are a visual representation of the first verse of the song. “I have this thing where I get older but just never wiser,” she sings. “Midnights become my afternoons. When my depression works the graveyard shift, all of the people I’ve ghosted stand there in the room.” See their cameo in the music video here. The two real-life “Anti-Hero” ghosts quickly went viral after the exchange, with social media users finding the exchange hilarious. One person said: “Keep it weird, Louisville.” Another said: “I just know she gon f**k around and wear that same gray quarter zip to work one day and tell on herself.” Let’s just hope they never get found out. Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
1970-01-01 08:00
Tristan Tate: Inside Andrew Tate's brother and misogynist influencer's dating life
While Tristan Tate grapples with never-ending controversies, let's take a break from the usual to explore his dating life
1970-01-01 08:00
What is the Tom Brady Diet? NFL legend still sticks to rigorous regime
The former NFL star Tom Brady follows a 80/20 diet that is mainly plant based
1970-01-01 08:00
What is watermelon snow? Mysterious natural phenomenon turns Utah mountains pink
Technicolor snow can also be observed in other high-altitude environments worldwide, including the French Alps and Japan's Mountains of Dewa.
1970-01-01 08:00
French Riots Over Killing Start to Ease as Economic Costs Mount
A fifth night of unrest across France was more subdued as authorities contained the fallout from the killing
1970-01-01 08:00
Who is Emma Tetewsky? Worried cops search for missing Massachusetts woman who has 'a history of mental health challenges'
Emma Tetewsky, 31, was last seen on June 26, 2023, in the area of Lakewood Drive and Pinewood Pond, also known as Harrison’s Pond
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