Day: October 15, 2024

What we know about the ‘Freaky Friday’ Sequel

What we know about the ‘Freaky Friday’ Sequel

Disney finally confirmed last Friday that ‘Freaky Friday’ will indeed be getting a sequel. Rumors of a possible reunion between Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan have swirled for years now, but fans now have an official release date.   The buzz began back in October of 2022 when Curtis made an appearance on The View. She […]

Brooklyn Rapper Ka dies at 52

Brooklyn Rapper Ka dies at 52

Kassem Ryan, known by his stage name Ka, died unexpectedly on Saturday. His family broke the news by releasing the following statement on social media Monday: “We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Kassem Ryan (1972-2024), the rapper and producer known as Ka, who died unexpectedly in New York City on October 12 at […]

The Weaponization of Social Media in Global Elections

The Weaponization of Social Media in Global Elections

In recent years, social media has transformed from a platform for connecting friends and sharing content into a powerful political tool. Global elections, in particular, have seen the rise of social media weaponization, where platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram are manipulated to influence voters, polarize societies, and spread misinformation. At the heart of this […]

Operator dead after NJ Commuter Train hits tree

Operator dead after NJ Commuter Train hits tree

Early Monday morning a train operator was killed after colliding with a tree. The crash happened at around 6 a.m. on the New Jersey River Line Light Rail tracks in Mansfield Township, New Jersey. 42 people were on board the train when it happened. 23 of them were injured and were taken away in ambulances, […]

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