Sen. Mitch McConnell to step down as Senate GOP leader after 17 year-run

Mitch McConnell, 82, announced he will step down as Senate GOP leader in November. McConnell said he plans to serve out his Senate term, which ends in January 2027, “from a different seat in the chamber.” McConnell, the longest-serving Senate leader in history, announced his decision Wednesday with prepared remarks which began: “One of life’s …

Hunter Biden appears on Capitol Hill for closed-door deposition with Republican lawmakers

On Wednesday, Hunter Biden testified before two GOP-led House committees leading the impeachment inquiry into President Biden, telling lawmakers in a closed-door deposition that his father was not involved in his various business deals. In a copy of his opening statement, Hunter Biden said his father was never involved in his business: “I am here …

Anthony Kim comes out of hiatus to join LIV Golf for remainder of 2024

LIV Golf announced Wednesday that 38-year-old Anthony Kim will return from nearly a 12-year hiatus, and will play the remainder of the season in the Saudi-funded league as an individual.  LIV Golf released a video of Kim on the course on X, captioned: “I’ve missed the competitive part of the game” #LIVGolf @anthonykim_golf” Kim is …

Kansas City Chiefs release wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling to save $12M against cap

The Kansas City Chiefs have released veteran wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling on Wednesday, ending his two-year tenure with the organization. Per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the move will save the Chiefs $12 million against the salary cap. The 29-year-old Valdes-Scantling signed a three-year, $30 million contract with the Chiefs in 2022, winning two Super Bowls during …

Comedian Richard Lewis dies at age 76

Stand-up comedian Richard Lewis, known for his role in Larry David’s “Curb Your Enthusiasm”, has died at the age of 76. Lewis’ publicist, Jeff Abraham, said in a statement that Lewis died at his home in Los Angeles on Tuesday night after suffering a heart attack. “His wife, Joyce Lapinsky, thanks everyone for all the …

Adele pauses Las Vegas residency due to health issues

Adele is being forced to pause her Las Vegas residency show due to health concerns.  The 35-year-old postponed dates of her Weekends with Adele residency show at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in March, posting on X saying: “I love you, I’ll miss you like mad and I’m sorry for the inconvenience x” A statement …

Macy’s shutting down 150 stores by 2026; will expand luxury brands

Retail giant Macy’s shared in a press release on Tuesday that they will be shutting down up to 150 locations over the next two years.  Macy’s statement said it would be “focusing resources by closing approximately 150 underproductive locations, including approximately 50 by the end of the fiscal year.” While some branded locations will be …

Denver Broncos say they will decide on status of QB Russell Wilson ‘within 2 weeks’

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton told reporters Tuesday at the NFL scouting combine at the Indiana Convention Center that they organization will decide on the future of their union with quarterback Russell Wilson ‘within the next two weeks.’ Payton shared that the plans to meet with the Broncos ownership group March 5 and 6 …

Tampa Bay Buccaneers release Pro Bowl LB Shaquil Barrett

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are releasing two-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Shaquil Barrett. Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said on NFL Network Tuesday: “Shaq has been great for us over the last five years, but these tough decisions have to be made. Who knows we’ll see what happens down the line.” The 31-year-old Barrett was set …

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs sued for sexual harassment and assault by record producer

In a new lawsuit, Sean “Diddy” Combs has been accused of sexual assault by a former employee. Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones, a former producer and videographer for Diddy, filed the lawsuit in New York federal court alleging that Combs sexually harassed, drugged and threatened him for more than a year. Jones produced nine songs on …