Kanye West (Ye) Is Considering Buying Parler — But Who Owns It Now?
Social media platform Parler was founded by John Matze and Jared Thomson, though they are no longer involved in the company. Parler might soon be owned by rapper Kanye West.
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Ye Wants to Buy Social Media Platform Parler — but Can He Afford It?
Rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, is purchasing conservative-leaning app Parler. How much is Parler's net worth before the deal goes through?
The 'Halloween' Franchise Spans Four Decades — How Much Is It Worth Today?
The 'Halloween' movie franchise consists of 13 movies that have earned hundreds of millions of dollars at box offices across the world — how much is it worth?
Chip and Joanna Gaines' Latest 'Fixer Upper' Project Is a Waco Castle
The latest "Fixer Upper" project is a castle in Waco. Chip and Joanna Gaines bought the 109-year-old castle in 2019. What is the castle's value?
If You Want to Pay Less for Netflix, You're Going to Have to Deal With Ads
Netflix is officially offering a plan with ads after months of speculation. Here is everything you need to know about the streaming platform's "Basic with Ads" plan.
Blake Shelton Is Leaving 'The Voice' — And a Multi-Million Dollar Salary
On Oct. 11, 2022, Blake Shelton announced that he is leaving 'The Voice.' The veteran coach has appeared on the show since it first debuted in 2011 and was earning $13 million per season.
Should a Worker Quit If Taken Completely Off the Schedule? TikTok Weighs In
TikTok user @Cierra.rw recently sparked a debate on TikTok over whether you should quit your job if you’re completely taken off the schedule. Many say no over unemployment benefits.
Wendy's Fired This Special Needs Worker of 20 Years With No Notice
Dennis Peek, a special needs Wendy’s worker, was fired from his position after working it for more than 20 years. His story went viral on Facebook and has been shared more than 11,000 times.
McDonald's Worker Says Parents Shouldn't Make Kids Buy Their Own Food
A McDonald’s worker recently took to TikTok to share her thoughts on an issue she sees play out regularly — parents making their kids pay for their own meals.
Anna Delvey Is Officially Free — but Will She Still Be Deported?
On Oct. 5, 2022, an immigration judge said Anna Sorokin / Delvey could be released from the Orange County, N.Y. facility she was being held in. She's banned from social media while she still fights deportation.
Kathie Lee Gifford Has Charmed Audiences for Years and Made Millions
Kathie Lee Gifford is a well-known television talk show host, actress, and singer. She has made millions through her decades-long career. How much is her net worth?
Herschel Walker's Son Exposes His Philandering Ways in Twitter Video, Gets Over 3M Views
In a Twitter video posted by Christian Walker, he confirmed his father, Herschel Walker “has four kids, [from] four different women.” He also claimed Walker didn't raise any of them.
Why Is Donald Trump Suing CNN? A Warning Shot to the Media
Former President Donald Trump is suing CNN for $475 million in damages. Here's what he claims in the lawsuit against the news media network.
Kim Kardashian Feels the Heat Amid SEC Crypto Investigation, Pays $1.26M Fine
Kim Kardashian has been targeted in a SEC investigation about promoting crypto securities. Here's what she did on her social media account.
Who Is Replacing Trevor Noah When He Leaves 'The Daily Show'?
Fans 'The Daily Show' are speculating who may be replacing Trevor Noah as host of the popular satirical comedy news program. Here's what we know.
'Hocus Pocus 2' Is on Disney Plus — Do You Have to Pay to Watch?
'Hocus Pocus 2' launched exclusively on Disney Plus on Sept. 30, 2022. If you want to watch 'Hocus Pocus 2' for free, you'll need to have an active Disney Plus membership or purchase one for $7.99 a month.
Unfortunately, Henry's Humdingers Is Not a 'Shark Tank' Success Story
On March 14, 2014, Henry Miller appeared on the 'Shark Tank' Young Entrepreneurs Special (Episode 516), looking for some financial assistance. Here's an update on the company.
YouTubers Dude Perfect Have Plans for a $100M HQ — How Much Are They Worth?
Dude Perfect started with backyard stunts and expanded into becoming a successful YouTube series (more than 58 million subscribers). Today, Dude Perfect is worth $50 million.
Is Mark Cuban Really Leaving 'Shark Tank' After 13 Seasons?
'Shark Tank' is one of Mark Cuban’s commitments that he may scale back on to focus more on his online discount pharmacy. Is Cuban leaving 'Shark Tank'?
Nick Prugo Exposed the Bling Ring — But Still Served Jail Time
After giving up the members of the Bling Ring, Nick Prugo was sentenced to two years in state prison, though he only served one year in county jail. Where he is now?
You Can Now Vote For Your Favorites on 'Shark Tank' Season 14
Have you ever wanted to weigh in on a ‘Shark Tank’ deal? Now you may be able to. The premiere of 'Shark Tank' Season 14 goes live on Sept. 23 at 8:00 p.m. EST and will let viewers vote.
'Bling Ring' Leader Rachel Lee Is Back in the Spotlight a Decade After Arrest
Rachel Lee was the supposed leader of the Bling Ring until their fall in 2009 — so where is she now? Get an update on Lee and her former accomplices.
Trace Gallagher Is Moving to 'Fox News @ Night' — How Much Is He Worth?
Fox News Channel anchor and breaking news correspondent Trace Gallagher has been with the network over 25 years. Here's a look at his salary and net worth.
Twitch Bans Some Gambling Streams Amid Calls for Boycott
Twitch has officially kicked certain types of gambling streams to the curb. Here’s what to know about the new gambling rules that have been implemented.
$2M Worth of Betty White's Personal Items Up for Auction Online
An auction will be held on Sept. 23–25 to sell 1,500 of Betty White’s personal items. The auction items include jewelry, artwork, home decor, and even scripts.
Score Concert Tickets 33% Cheaper if You Buy Them at the Right Time
When is the best time to buy concert tickets? A new study reveals when concert tickets are 33 percent cheaper on average. We have all the data.
PMR Got You Perplexed? No Clue About GPP? Here’s What Those DraftKings Terms Mean
What is PRM or DraftKings? Learn the meanings of this term and others from the popular betting platform’s Daily Fantasy Sports contests.
Amazon Is Paying Big Bucks for Thursday Night Football
Amazon (AMZN) just scored the rights to Thursday Night Football. How much did the e-commerce giant pay for it? Here's what we know about the deal.
Tom Vitale Seeks Spousal Support — What’s His Net Worth?
Tom Vitale seeks spousal support from ex Valerie Bertinelli. His net worth is much lower than Bertinelli's. Why is he seeking spousal support?
Fox News' Eric Shawn Is a Founding Anchor at FNC — Details on His Salary
Eric Shawn is a founding anchor for the Fox News network. He began working for Fox News in 1996 and has since risen to become a senior correspondent. What's his salary?
Who Owns Conservative Website The Gateway Pundit?
The Gateway Pundit is a far-right website that promotes misinformation and fake news. Founder Jim Hoft continues to own and operate the site.
Is Tom Cruise Insured for All the Crazy Stunts He Does?
A video for the movie 'Top Gun: Maverick,' which shows Tom Cruise in a death-defying stunt, is circulating social media. So, is Cruise insured?
Nate Burleson's Wife Atoya Is a Podcast Host — Married Almost 20 Years
Nate Burleson, a former NFL star and current TV co-host, is married to Atoya, a podcast host. Here's everything we know about his wife.
Kim Kardashian Is Launching Her Own Private Equity Firm
Kim Kardashian is starting a private equity firm, SKKY Partners, with former Carlyle investor Jay Sammons. Here's what we know so far.
Truth Social SPAC Update: Liquidation Could Be on the Horizon
The SPAC that was supposed to take Truth Social public failed to get the shareholder support necessary to move forward. Here’s a Truth Social SPAC update.
Tuition at Private Sierra Canyon School Costs Thousands
Kanye West isn’t happy about where his kids are going to school. Sierra Canyon tuition ranges from $20,000 for pre-Kindergarten students to $40,770 for high school students.
Poker Champ Liv Boeree: Poker Is a Game of Math, But Luck Still Has a Role
Liv Boeree’s net worth comes from her years as a top poker player. Now, she’s delving into the science behind the game.
Experian Tried To Replace the FreeCreditReport.com Band, Then Had To Bring Them Back
What happened to the Free Credit Report band? Learn more about the trio from the popular FreeCreditReport.com TV commercials.
Interest Builds Around Fox News’ Trace Gallagher’s Wife — Who Is She?
Fox News chief breaking news correspondent Trace Gallagher is married to Tracy Holmes-Gallagher. The two have been married for nearly 28 years and share two daughters.
Madison Alworth Makes a Decent Living Working for Fox Business Network
Madison Alworth worked as a news correspondent for Fox Business Network. She joined the network in September 2021 and is said to be worth around $1 million.
MoviePass Is Coming Back — Will It Succeed?
MoviePass is coming back this fall with tiered memberships and other changes. Will it succeed this time? Here's the latest news on the subscription service.
Is Savannah Guthrie's Absence From ‘Today Show’ a Hint She’s Leaving?
Many believe Savannah Guthrie may be leaving the 'Today Show' considering her long absence and ongoing dispute with co-host Hoda Kotb.
Blaze Media Grabs Massive Support From Conservative Listeners
Blaze Media, a far-right media platform, is grabbing attention with controversial remarks by its hosts. Who owns Blaze Media?
Gamers Mourn Death of Indie ‘Waves’ Developer Rob Hale
Rob Hale’s net worth isn’t known, but their impact can be seen in comments posted online after Hale’s untimely death. Read more here.
Fox News’ Katie Pavlich Is an Ambassador for Gun Manufacturer
Who is Katie Pavlich’s husband? Learn more about the Fox News commentator who is a rotating panelist on the weekday program ‘Outnumbered.’
Where Is Joy Taylor? Rumors Suggest She Could Be Leaving ‘The Herd’
Although Fox Sports has yet to confirm any of the details we’re about to dish out, sources are claiming that Joy Taylor may be joining Emmanuel Acho to host an FS1 show in the afternoon.
Who Made FN Meka? All About the Virtual Rapper
FN Meka is a virtual rapper created by Factory New. Recently, FN Meka signed to Capitol Records. Who made FN Meka? We have all the details.
‘Fast N’ Loud’ Host Richard Rawlings Has a Net Worth in the Millions
Richard Rawlings has had a long career in automotive and reality TV. His net worth matches his success .
Ted Sarandos Went From Video Store Clerk to Netflix Co-CEO
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos’ net worth reflects his status as a Hollywood power player. Learn more about his surprising career trajectory.
AMC’s APE Units Come at a Bad Time for AMC Stock
As AMC Entertainment releases its preferred class of stock called APE units, AMC stock falters. Here’s the scoop. Why is it a bad time?