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Jennifer Aniston: 'I’m so over cancel culture'

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:52:47 GMT

(The Hill) – Actress Jennifer Aniston expressed her frustration with cancel culture this week, explaining in an interview that she’s “so over” it. In an interview with the Wall Street Journal published Tuesday, Aniston said she refuses to put people who made mistakes in the same group as disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein. Weinstein, 71, is currently serving a 23-year prison sentence after he was found guilty of a criminal sexual act in a case in New York. Weinstein, who became the face of the #MeToo movement after dozens of women came forward with allegations against him, was sentenced to an additional 16 years earlier this year in a criminal trial in Los Angeles over other sexual assault charges. “I’m so over cancel culture,” Aniston told the Journal. “I probably just got canceled by saying that.""I just don’t understand what it means.… Is there no redemption? I don’t know. I don’t put everybody in the Harvey Weinstein basket," the actress added.Anis...

NFL player Caleb Farley remembers father killed in NC home explosion: 'He raised me to be a stand-up guy'

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:52:47 GMT

NEWTON, N.C. (WJZY) – Tennessee Titans cornerback Caleb Farley and more than 100 people throughout North Carolina's Catawba County community gathered Tuesday evening to memorialize Farley's father, Robert Farley, who was killed in a home explosion just before midnight on Monday.“My father was a stand-up guy,” Caleb Farley told Nexstar's WJZY during the memorial. “He raised me to be a stand-up guy.” ‘Praying for Caleb’: Titans players react to NC house explosion that killed teammate’s dad The group gathered outside a place that meant the world to the Farley family: Superior Barber Styling Center. Located in Newton, North Carolina, the barbershop had been in the family since Robert Farley and his brother bought the business in 1999.“I grew up in this barbershop since I was a little kid,” Caleb Farley said, fighting through tears outside the shop. “Since I was a little kid.”Caleb Farley speaks to Nexstar's WJZY during a memorial for his father Robert Farley, who died in a home explos...

Dean's Streaming Picks: 'Ahoska' and 'Invasion" Season 2 and more

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:52:47 GMT

Dean Richards shares his picks for new streaming offers this week.Get Dean's reviews and A-List interviews delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for Dean's Downloads weekly newsletter. You'll also get his Dean Cooks recipes too!

Fresh meat stolen from Florida restaurant 3 times in 2 weeks

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:52:47 GMT

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) -- Surveillance footage at a Florida restaurant captured what Tampa Police say is a thief stealing thousands of dollars worth of food.According to the owners of Bayshore Mediterranean Grill, the male thief stole from the restaurant twice last week and returned to steal again Monday night. Nearly $12,000 worth of meat and other food items were stolen. "He does not seem to care, he looks right at the camera, so it's been really disheartening and disappointing," said Katy Davisson, a restaurant employee. "He has to be local; he's carrying out all of this meat, and we haven't seen a car." Florida high school football coach fired, students suspended after alleged hazing video goes viral Restaurant owners say the thief has stolen their fresh meat supply, Turkish spices, beer and other side items."It's been incredibly difficult for us because we are family-owned. We're a small business," Davisson said. "It's been a bit challenging because now we have to go shopping, a...

PragerU lesson plans could be allowed in Texas schools

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:52:47 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — On Monday, PragerU announced it is now an educational vendor in Texas, according to a video posted to its website. The company said that means teachers have the options to use its lessons in classrooms.Texas is the second state, after Florida, to approve material from the conservative nonprofit to be used in schools, according to its release. The Hill reported in Florida, the videos aren't required content but "aligns to Florida's revised civics and government standards and can be used as supplemental materials." The approval did not come from Texas Education Agency or the State Board of Education, it came from the Texas Comptroller's Office, according to the TEA.In Texas, the use of PragerU content is similar. The "State Board of Education has authority under new statute to review and approve commercially available instructional material, such as those sold by PragerU. We welcome all publishers to participate in the SBOE's review and approval process," the TEA said....

Health food eatery in Latham's Newton Plaza closes its doors

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:52:47 GMT

LATHAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Crisp, a restaurant focusing on healthy food options, has closed its doors in Latham. The announcement was made on the Crisp Facebook page on August 11. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "It is with an unsettling mix of sadness and joy, Crisp Latham would like to announce that after almost 9 years, we will be closing effective August 21," read the post.No reason for the closure was given. The owners did not immediately respond to NEWS10's request for comment. Bubble tea, selfie spot, and more coming to Crossgates Crisp was located at 594 Loudon Road in Latham's Newton Plaza. The eatery served breakfast, salads, wraps, sandwiches, wings, and more."It is very important to let everyone know how much we appreciated your support," said the post. "You have made it our honor to serve our community as a small local business."

Watervliet's 2023 Arsenal City Run named in honor of founder

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:52:47 GMT

WATERVLIET, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Watervliet is set to hold its 41st annual Arsenal City Run on Sunday, September 17. This year, the 5K is being named in honor of Charlie Diamond who founded the event when he served as the city’s Director of Recreation. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The event includes a one-mile Fun Run at 9:30 a.m. and then the "Charlie Diamond" 5K at 10 a.m. The race starts at City Hall and runs south on Route 32 to First Street, then to Broadway, and then to the finish line near 16th Street.“Thank you for recognizing me and my affiliation with the Arsenal City Run 5K," said Diamond. "I am humbled and grateful to Mayor Patricelli, city council members, runners, volunteers, sponsors, and everyone who has participated in this event. In particular, I would like to thank my longtime friend and accomplished runner, Mike Duffey, who proposed the idea of recognizing me. I greatly appreciate the acknowledgment of my con...

Anti-violence advocate pleaded not guilty in connection to Cohoes murder

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:52:47 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Dontie Mitchell spent years speaking out against gun violence after he was granted clemency for an armed robbery he committed at just 17 years old. He pleaded not guilty Wed. to a murder charge related to the first homicide Cohoes has seen in three years. According to police, the shooting happened on Aug. 11, Mitchell is accused of causing the death of 27-year-old Shieer Leggett, who died in a crossfire between a group of people at Main and Schuyler streets. Leggett suffered serious injuries and died at Albany Medical Center. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Mitchell pleaded not guilty to second degree murder, criminal possession of a weapon and reckless endangerment. Rebekah Sokol, his attorney, said they have no information other than the allegations relating Mitchell to this shooting. “We’re trying to get as much information as possible from the District Attorney to figure out what they’re saying so ...

Spirit Halloween open at Aviation Mall

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:52:47 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Once again, Halloween comes early - and easy to shop for. Spirit Halloween is back again to a longtime local haunt. The Halloween costume and decoration emporium Spirit Halloween is back at the Aviation Mall. The store opened for the season on Wednesday at the former Sears location at the mall's east side, near the food court. This year, Spirit Halloween is celebrating 40 years in business. To mark the occasion, animatronics on display around the store this year have been assembled into the "Spirit Hallows Cemetery," a grave array of sights for sale while guests shop for costumes and decorations. The store is also offering its classic roster of Halloween costumes, as well as licensed costumes, including Barbie and DC comics characters.The location will also be collecting donations for the "Spirit of Children" program. Founded in 2006, the program funds art, music, and other activities in children's hospitals, to make experiences less scary for kids spendi...

As Cherry Creek primes for Class 5A five-peat, who can dethrone Colorado’s prep football dynasty?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:52:47 GMT

Forget about the five-peat. Who will dethrone Cherry Creek, ever, so long as Dave Logan is wearing a headset?The Bruins are the four-time defending Class 5A champions who have lost a grand total of two in-state football games since 2018. As the largest school in the state, and with the most accomplished coach in Colorado prep football history roaming the sidelines, Cherry Creek has the ingredients in place for an iron-clad dynasty.So yes, Cherry Creek is again the heavy title favorite this year. And if somebody can’t knock off the Bruins this fall, after they graduated 15 starters from a year ago, Cherry Creek’s talented sophomore class could very well push them to the crowns in 2024 and ’25, too.“We need Dave to retire,” Legacy coach Jay Madden quipped. “Because it’s Creek and it’s everybody else, and that’s just the reality. They’ve got more than 3,500 kids to start with, then they have a program with history and a coach ...