The National Weather Service said that the powerful atmospheric river that arrived on Sunday in California will bring with it very heavy rain and potentially life-threatening flash flooding as well as mountain snow. The impact of the storm can threatened property and travel for days. The new weather forecast comes shortly after a storm and …
Monthly Archives: February 2024
National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan says US intends further strikes on Iran-backed groups
After hitting Tehran-aligned factions in Iraq, Syria and Yemen over the last two days, White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said on Sunday that the United States intends to launch further strikes at Iran-backed groups in the Middle East. The United States and Britain attacked 36 Houthi targets in Yemen, one day after the …
NBC orders new comedy pilot starring Reba McEntire
Fresh off her gig as coach on NBC’s The Voice, it was announced that Reba McEntire will star in an untitled comedy at the network. The series will reunite McEntire with former ‘Reba’ showrunner Kevin Abbott, who will also serve as writer of the new project. In addition to his five-year run as the showrunner on …
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NBC orders new comedy pilot starring Reba McEntire
Fresh off her gig as coach on NBC’s The Voice, it was announced that Reba McEntire will star in an untitled comedy at the network. The series will reunite McEntire with former ‘Reba’ showrunner Kevin Abbott, who will also serve as writer of the new project. In addition to his five-year run as the showrunner on …
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Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin apologizes for handling of hospitalization, cancer diagnosis
Speaking on Thursday during his first press conference at the Pentagon since he was hospitalized at the beginning of January, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin apologized for not properly handling and communicating his cancer diagnosis and treatment to President Joe Biden, Pentagon staff and the general public. Austin was released from Walter Reed National Military Medical …
Pres. Biden sanctions extremist West Bank Israeli settlers for violence against Palestinians
On Thursday, President Joe Biden issued an executive order targeting extremist WestBank Israeli settlers in the West Bank for their actions against Palestinians in the occupied territory, imposing financial sanctions and visa bans in an initial round against four individuals. In a White House statement, Biden said the violence has forced the displacement of people …
Adam Sandler to receive the ‘People’s Icon Award’ at 2024 People’s Choice Awards
NBC, E! and Peacock announced that Adam Sandler will receive the ‘People’s Icon Award’ at 2024 People’s Choice Awards, honoring his decades-long comedy career and iconic film roles. Sandler joins 2024 People’s Choice Awards honoree Lenny Kravitz, who will be accepting the ‘Music Icon Award’ during this year’s ceremony. NBCUniversal Entertainment’s Executive Vice President for …
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MusiCares tribute to Jon Bon Jovi will feature Bruce Springsteen, Shania Twain, Lainey Wilson and more
The annual MusiCares Person of the Year dinner in honor of Jon Bon Jovi will be held in Los Angeles at the Los Angeles Convention Center, just prior to the Grammy Awards on Feb. 2. Actor-comedian Jim Gaffigan will host, and presenters will include Gayle King and Kylie Minogue. The lineup of performers announced by …
Kylie Minogue, Ice Spice, Maren Morris among 2024 ‘Billboard Women in Music’ honorees
Billboard shared the lineup of artists, who hail across a wide-range of musical genres, to be honored at the 2024 Billboard Women in Music Awards. Hosted by actress Tracee Ellis Ross, the 2024 Billboard Women in Music Awards ‘celebrates female talent shaping the music landscape.’ This year’s event will recognize Kylie Minogue, Maren Morris, Ice …
Lenny Kravitz to receive the Music Icon Award at 2024 People’s Choice Awards
NBC, E! and Peacock announced that Lenny Kravitz will receive the Music Icon Award at the 2024 People’s Choice Awards ceremony, taking place at Barker Hangar in Santa Monica on Feb. 18. Kravitz will also take the stage to perform a medley of his biggest hits during the ceremony. NBCUniversal Entertainment’s Executive Vice President for …
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