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'Austin Powers' actor Verne Troyer dead at age 49, cause of death unknown

Verne Troyer has passed away at the age of 49, according to a post on his Instagram account. - [Image via Verne Troyer / YouTube screencap]

The actor who gained fame in the role of Mini Me has passed away as of Saturday.

Matthew Couden

World

Kim Jong-un’s announcement takes the world by surprise

Modern high-rise buildings in Pyongyang, North Korea (Image credit – Bjorn Christian Torrissen, Wikimedia Commons)

North Korea has apparently decided to put on hold its nuclear ambitions and close down its atomic test site.

Prabir Ghose

Curiosities

Broken penis man actually laughs about the painful experience

Broken Bananah: Comedy, Life, and Sex ...Without a Penis . Image credit Ross Asdourian | Amazon

Ross Asdourian broke his penis for real, and just released a hilarious book about it.

Jane Flowers

Lifestyle

The reason why Queen Elizabeth celebrates two birthdays

Queen Elizabeth - Image source - Foreign and Commonwealth - Flickr

If you’re wondering why the Queen has two birthdays, then this will answer your question.

Faith Onyinye Igwe

Showbiz & Tv

Grandma Duggar shows off with nerf gun, fans go wild over gun control

Duggar family from a social network post

What was meant to be a cute picture, has people really upset with the Duggars.

Mandy Robinson

Sports

What has happened to the Portland Trail Blazers?

The Trail Blazers are on the verge of elimination down 3-0 in the series versus the New Orlean Pelicans.

Andreas Fanos

Showbiz & Tv

'Little People, Big World's' Matt Roloff gives an important update on his health

'Little People, Big World' star Matt Roloff shares a photo of his recent hospital trip/ Photo via Matt Roloff, Facebook

The 'LPBW' patriarch told fans not to worry after posting a photo of himself hooked up to a breathing device.

Abi Ong

Sports

Cowboys Rumors: James Hanna set to retire? Team may focus on TE for NFL Draft

Dallas Cowboys tight end James Hanna has been placed on the team's retired list as of Friday. [Image via ESPN1250/YouTube]

Based on the latest Cowboys rumors, Dallas may be looking to draft a new tight end soon.

Matthew Couden

Sports

Why there's no way to stop Rafael Nadal

Nadal cruised past Thiem in straight sets. Photo: screenshot via Tennis TV channel on YouTube

The Spaniard is steamrolling one opponent after another en route to another Monte Carlo title.

Christian F.

Sports

When it comes to sports, it's currently sunny in Philadelphia

Will the Phillies relive glory days soon? ID 31111159 © Swa1959 | Megapixl.com

The success of the Eagles, 76ers, and Phillies has things looking good for Philly sports fans.

Larry Lambert

Sports

Yankees Rumors: Cole Hamels, Madison Bumgarner, among possible trade targets

Cole Hamels of the Texas Rangers could be targeted by the New York Yankees later in the season. - [Image Via Keith Allison, Flickr]

The New York Yankees have the chance to chase Cole Hamels or Madison Bumgarner in a trade later in the season.

John Paul

Sports

James Harrison talks about Brady’s retirement rumors, TB12 wants new deal

James Harrison played briefly for the Patriots last season (Image Credit: NFL Network/YouTube)

Adam Schefter of ESPN reported that Brady hasn’t fully committed to playing in 2018.

ZeeGee Cecilio

Opinion

Cohen's lawyer worried Trump's fixer may be charged by feds

Cohen could be trading his freedom, family and comforts of home for a new one. (Image via Pixabay/James Timothy Peters)

As Trump struggles to stay in the White House his personal attorney Michael Cohen may be indicted and headed for the big house.

Brooklin Gervais

Showbiz & Tv

Natalie Portman explains refusal to travel to Israel to collect an award

Jerusalem-born Hollywood actress has boycotted the Genesis Prize celebration in Israel [Image John Steven Fernandez/Wikimedia]

After live rounds were shot at protesting Palestinians, Israeli-born Portman does not wish to attend the Genesis Prize Foundation event.

Anne Sewell

News

Chuck Schumer ready to legalize marijuana, making pot legal in the US

Chuck Schumer wants to decriminalize marijuana. [Image via Politico/YouTube]

The Democratic Senate Minority Leader from New York has a plan to decriminalize marijuana.

Joe Karbousky

Sports

The 2018 NFL schdule is out and ESPN has made projections of each team's record

Is there reason to think Eli will have a bounceback season? ID 7545384 © Bellafotosolo | Megapixl.com

ESPN is bullish about the New York Giants improving and it's not certain why.

Larry Lambert

News

Kimba Wood: Judge presiding over Michael Cohen case

Judge Kimba Woods - Image credit - Jessica McBride via Info Wars | YouTube

Judge Kimba Wood, the judge in the Michael Cohen case is facing questions of a conflict of interest.

Jason Boughton

Showbiz & Tv

Pippa Middleton pregnant with first child, Kate delighted to be an aunt

Pippa Middleton is reportedly expecting her first child. - [Hollyscoop / YouTube screencap]

The Duchess of Cambridge's younger sister reportedly told friends she's also expecting a baby later this year.

Vanessa Bermudez

Showbiz & Tv

'Scandal' finale: What does it mean when you put a rock on a tombstone?

'Scandal' came to an end tonight - screenshot

Tonight the fans saw a shocking death, but there was also one big question on the show.

Mandy Robinson

Showbiz & Tv

Avicii’s final unpublished album is ‘incredible, magical music’ says Geffen exec

Avicii's record company says his final, unpublished music is the Swedish DJ's best ever. - [Image Shawn Tron / Wikimedia Commons]

Neil Jacobson of Geffen Records has announced that the deceased DJ’s final album is his best work yet.

Anne Sewell

Showbiz & Tv

Kim Zolciak's 'RHOA' co-stars refused to film with her before she quit

Kim Zolciak appears on 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta.' [Photo via Bravo/YouTube]

Did Kim Zolciak leave the 'Real Housewives of Atlanta' cast because no one would film alongside her?

Lindsay Cronin

Showbiz & Tv

Trump responds on Twitter to news Michael Cohen could 'flip' over Stormy Daniels

Trump's Attorney Cohen Used Trump Organization Email in ... - dailykos.com

Donald Trump's alleged affair with Stormy Daniels remains a headline as speculation continues on his lawyer possibly turning on him in court.

Robert Sobel

News

China ups the ante with live war drills in Taiwan Strait

Chinese war drills- Photo-( image credit Chinese morning post/Youtube.com)

President Xi has warned of war if Taiwan declares independence and is angry with America for supporting Taiwan.

MG Singh

Showbiz & Tv

Avicii was reportedly unstoppable in doing heavy drugs and alcohol abuse

Avicii dies at 28 - Image cfredit via CBS News | YouTube

The late Swedish DJ was found dead in Muscat, Oman on April 20, but there were no further details given.

Coco Dollanganger

Showbiz & Tv

'To Kill a Mocking Bird' play in court

Context, Ethics and Morality - Year 10 English: To Kill a ... - edu.au

Mock court used as a defense for real court in 'To Kill a Mocking Bird' case.

Michael Melcher

Showbiz & Tv

How does ‘Sister Wives’ star Kody Brown make all that money?

How do they make money? - [TLC / YouTube screencap]

I try to figure out how this cast member makes enough money to support his family.

Matthew Mullane

Showbiz & Tv

'Teen Mom OG' Amber Portwood slammed for impulsive relationship: 'It's a mess!'

Amber Portwood and Andrew Glennon appear on 'Teen Mom OG.' [Photo via MTV/YouTube]

Find out who thinks Amber Portwood moved on from Matt Baier way too quickly.

Lindsay Cronin

Showbiz & Tv

Carrie Underwood reveals details about horrific fall and face damage

Carrie Underwood reveals details of nasty fall that left her with nearly 50 stitches. [Image: Wikimedia Commons/Keith Hinkle]

'Freak, random accident' causes Carrie Underwood months of pain, and worry.

S. Francis

Showbiz & Tv

John Krasinski's 'A Quiet Place' continues to stay relevant

Emily Blunt stars in 'A Quiet Place.' [Image Source: Paramount Pictures/YouTube screencap]

Why it was so important to cast a deaf actress for Krasinkski's 'A Quiet Place.'

Andy Serrato

Showbiz & Tv

Michelle Duggar under fire after harsh video surfaces

Michelle Duggar and Jim Bob Duggar [Image via TLC/YouTube screencap]

The "Counting On" matriarch has found herself in hot water regarding how she spoke to her daughter.

Tiffany Bailey

News

Kellyanne Conway loses it in Twitter rant in defense of her meltdown on CNN

Kellyanne Conway took to Twitter to respond to her humiliating interview on CNN where she was pressed to respond to questions about her husband.

Robert Sobel

Business

13 ways to revamp your customer service and keep customers happy

Customer care services image by Tomwsulcer via wikimedia

If you want a successful online business invest in customer care relations.

Belinda Kendi

Curiosities

10 Ideas For A Summer Staycation

Staycations don't need to break the bank. Photo Credit: CCO Creative commons Pixabay.com

Staycations can be as good as your expensive vacation at a popular resort.

Lawrence Lease

Lifestyle

Living with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Interview with author Joanna Charnas

Author Joanna Charnas lives with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. - [Image via Joanna Charnas, used with permission]

Author Joanna Charnas talks about her experiences with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and writing a book on the subject.

Meagan Meehan

Sports

Jill Ellis: One-hit wonder or undercover genius?

Jill Ellis during a press conference after a game. - [Anders Henrikson via Flickr]

Many fans are questioning Jill Ellis's decisions heading into the 2019 World Cup.

Hannah Carrier

Tech

Apple's computers have hit rock bottom

Apple's laptops are hitting rock bottom [image source; Free-Photos - Pikabay]

Why have Apple's sales fallen the last year? What is the future of the technology giant?

Chyna Higby

Showbiz & Tv

Who is Hayley Kiyoko, where did she come from?

Hayley Kiyoko: Singer, dancer, song writer, and actress. - [Vevo / YouTube Screencap]

The singer who dubbed the year as "twenty gay-teen" has released her first album.

Alexandra Lutz

Sports

Kucherov in as Lightning look to close out New Jersey

Tampa Bay Lightning Preshow -- Mrs. Gemstone/Flickr

Lightning forward avoids suspension for big hit, will be on ice in Game 5.

Shawn Lafata

Sports

Formula 1: The best racing just got better

2017 FIA Formula One World Championship - wikipedia.org (CC BY-SA 4.0) photo by Mario

The 2018 Formula 1 Season is shaping up to be the most exciting season in years.

D'john Milligan

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