Author: Edward Verchot

Jelly Roll Starts Show Off with a Bang—Literally, Right into a Fan’s Head

Post Malone and Jelly Roll are kicking butt on their Big Ass Stadium Tour. And their show over the weekend started off with a bang—unfortunately, the bang was straight into a fan’s scalp.

During a show in Toronto, a rogue firework went off at just the wrong moment and hit a woman in the head while she was filming Jelly Roll performing “Save Me.” The lyrics “I’m so damaged beyond repair” were playing when the flaming projectile smacked her, which honestly feels like a little too on-the-nose. Her hair even started smoking.

She later posted from a hospital bed with the caption, “Ouch I have a burn now, it hurts.” Not exactly the souvenir she had in mind.

Thankfully, she’s okay—just a little crispy—but the moment was caught on video and has since gone viral.

Internet detectives quickly dug up comments from other fans saying this kind of thing has happened before at a Post Malone concert. One woman said firework debris went down the back of her jacket. That’s not the kind of warm feeling you go to a concert for. So maybe tone it down on the explosives, fellas?

Just because your show’s on fire doesn’t mean your fans should be.

Comments have been flooding in from people hoping Jelly and Post reach out to help cover her medical bills—or at least hook her up with tickets that come with hazard pay and a complimentary helmet.

No official word from the artists yet, but if she does go to another show, she better keep her head on a swivel.

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FORT WORTH, TEXAS – MAY 06: Jelly Roll performs onstage during Jelly Roll & Friends at Billy Bob’s Texas on May 06, 2025 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images) Don’t worry he’s not laughing at the lady who took a firework to the head.

Bananas Can Make Your Smoothie Less Healthy

Bananas have long enjoyed a reputation as a health food staple. Packed with fiber, potassium, and natural sweetness, they’re a go-to for people looking to boost their daily nutrition. But new research suggests your beloved breakfast smoothie may be less nutritious if you toss a banana into the blender.

According to a study published in the journal Food & Function, bananas may actually reduce the body’s ability to absorb flavanols — antioxidants linked to heart and brain health that are especially abundant in berries and cocoa. The culprit is an enzyme called polyphenol oxidase (PPO), which is naturally present in bananas and is responsible for the fruit turning brown when exposed to air.

PPO breaks down flavanols quickly, which dramatically limits their bioavailability — meaning your body can’t absorb them as effectively.

Researchers found that when a banana was added to a smoothie containing flavanol-rich foods, it slashed flavanol absorption by a staggering 84%.

In other words, you may only be getting about 16% of the antioxidant benefit you expected.

The effect was especially pronounced in smoothies heavy on berries like blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries — fruits prized for their flavanol content. This suggests that while bananas themselves aren’t unhealthy, their interaction with other ingredients could be undermining your efforts to eat (or drink) more antioxidants.

This doesn’t mean bananas should be banished from your diet.

Experts behind the study stress that bananas are still nutritious and offer plenty of benefits on their own. The key takeaway is more about food combinations than demonizing a single ingredient. If you’re reaching for a berry-based smoothie to maximize antioxidants, you might want to hold the banana and enjoy it separately later in the day.

The findings highlight an often-overlooked truth in nutrition: how we combine foods can matter almost as much as what we eat. And for smoothie lovers looking to optimize their health game, it might be time to rethink the fruit lineup.

Survey Says: We Know if Our Day Is Ruined by 8:36 A.M.

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Even if you’re the kind of person who springs out of bed ready to conquer the world, you have to admit: mornings are chaos just waiting to happen. And now, science (okay, a survey) backs that up.

According to new research, the average person knows if their day is officially ruined by 8:36 A.M. (No, they didn’t just poll people who wake up at 8:35.)

Whether it’s a missed alarm, a screaming child, or a mysteriously non-functioning coffee maker, it doesn’t take much for things to unravel early.

The survey found that most people experience four “bad days” a month, or about 48 per year.

That’s almost one a week where everything seems to go sideways before breakfast. So what’s behind these early-morning meltdowns? Here are the top 10 ways we know the day is doomed:

  1. Waking up and feeling sick – 35%
  2. Sleeping poorly throughout the night – 31%
  3. Waking up with a headache – 29%
  4. Losing your keys – 26%
  5. Forgetting your phone at home – 25%
  6. Running out of toilet paper – 22%
  7. Forgetting your wallet at home – 22%
  8. Sleeping through your alarm – 19%
  9. Realizing you forgot to charge your phone – 18%
  10. Stubbing your toe – 17%

It’s a reminder that sometimes the little things—like stepping barefoot on a LEGO or discovering the milk is gone—can feel like a cosmic betrayal, even before 9 a.m.

But hey, if we know the day’s off track early, that means we’ve got all day to turn it around, right? Or at least time to hit the reset button… after a fresh cup of coffee and maybe a bandage for that toe.

The Best State in America Is… Utah?

If you’ve ever been to Utah and thought, “Wow, these folks really have their act together,” turns out you were right—again. For the third straight year, U.S. News & World Report says Utah is the “best” state in America. They rank all 50 states using categories like education, healthcare, economy, and infrastructure.

Utah didn’t just squeak by—they crushed it.

The state landed in the Top 10 in five out of eight categories. That includes:

  • #1 in fiscal stability (translation: Utah’s budget is adulting better than most adults)
  • #3 in economy
  • #3 in infrastructure
  • #4 in education
  • #7 in crime

Basically, the people of Utah are great at earning, building, teaching, and not robbing each other.

The only thing dragging them down? Nature.

Utah ranked 48th for “natural environment,” which includes stuff like air and water quality. So, stunning national parks? Yes. But maybe don’t take a deep breath in Salt Lake City.

Here’s how the full list shapes up:

  1. Utah
  2. New Hampshire
  3. Idaho
  4. Minnesota
  5. Nebraska
  6. Florida
  7. Vermont
  8. South Dakota
  9. Massachusetts
  10. Washington
  11. Colorado
  12. North Dakota
  13. North Carolina
  14. Iowa
  15. Connecticut
  16. Virginia
  17. Wisconsin
  18. Delaware
  19. New Jersey
  20. Maryland
  21. Georgia
  22. New York
  23. Wyoming
  24. Rhode Island
  25. Kansas
  26. Montana
  27. Maine
  28. Hawaii
  29. Texas
  30. Arizona
  31. Missouri
  32. Tennessee
  33. Indiana
  34. Nevada
  35. Oregon
  36. Illinois
  37. California
  38. Ohio
  39. Kentucky
  40. South Carolina
  41. Pennsylvania
  42. Oklahoma
  43. Michigan
  44. Arkansas
  45. Alabama
  46. West Virginia
  47. New Mexico
  48. Mississippi
  49. Alaska
  50. Louisiana

Sorry, Louisiana—you’re last place again. But look, someone has to be. The rankings factor in everything from health outcomes to infrastructure to how well a state balances its budget, and some of these states just have a tougher time across the board.

So, congrats, Utah!

No one gets your obsession with fry sauce… or why you call yourselves “Utahns” without an ‘a’… or why your state bird is somehow the California gull. But Utah, U rock!

NFL Player Scores $68M Deal—First Splurge Is TSA PreCheck

Philadelphia Eagles center Cam Jurgens just locked in a massive payday—a four-year contract extension worth $68 million.

But instead of eyeing a luxury car or beachfront mansion, his first big purchase is a bit more… relatable.

When asked what he planned to do with his new fortune, Jurgens didn’t mention splurging on yachts or designer watches. Instead, he gave a humble—and hilarious—answer.

“Uh, you know, I haven’t given it too much thought. I feel like I fly a lot, so I might look into this thing called, like, TSA PreCheck.”

He added, “I feel like that sounds like it’s a good idea. I’m kinda tired of waiting in line, so I think I could afford that.” Talk about keeping it grounded. 😂✈️

The 24-year-old offensive lineman has become a key piece of Philly’s powerhouse front line, helping protect quarterback Jalen Hurts en route to a Super Bowl win over the Kansas City Chiefs. Jurgens underwent back surgery this past February but is expected to be fully recovered in time for training camp in July.

Fans have come to love Jurgens not just for his physical dominance on the field, but for his low-key personality off it.

His deadpan delivery about investing his millions in a faster airport line only cemented that. And hey—at $68 million, we’re pretty sure he can afford TSA PreCheck, Clear, and a private jet if he really wanted. But for now, Jurgens is keeping things simple. 🏈💼

(Also, can we talk about that hair for a minute?  What a stud.)

Friendly Reminder: Unwrap Your Tamales Before Eating Them

Check out this couple having absolutely no idea how to eat a tamale.  Once they give it a “quick goog” they realize that you’re supposed to unwrap it first.

Here’s the video.

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The Best (and Worst) Ways to Cook Bacon

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Bacon lovers, prepare for a sizzling debate. Whether you prefer it crispy, chewy, smoky, or somewhere in between, how you cook your bacon might be just as important as the kind you buy — and according to the food experts at TheKitchn.com, some of us have been doing it all wrong.

 

Let’s be honest: it’s hard to make bacon bad. But when it comes to getting that perfect balance of crisp, flavor, and (let’s not forget) easy cleanup, some methods clearly outshine the rest.

 

 

🔥 The Top Two Bacon Cooking Methods

Oven-Baked Bacon (The Clear Winner)

Hands down, the best way to cook bacon is in the oven. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, lay your strips out flat, and bake at 400°F. Go for 18 minutes with regular-cut or up to 24 minutes for thick-cut slices. The result? Evenly cooked, crispy bacon without the splatter — and bonus: parchment paper makes cleanup a breeze.

 

Cast Iron Skillet (For Purists)

Want that traditional sizzle? A cast iron skillet still holds up. Start with a cold pan, place the bacon in, then heat to medium. Flip occasionally and cook for 8–11 minutes, depending on thickness and how crispy you like it. It takes a bit more attention, but it delivers that classic, smoky flavor and gorgeous caramelization.

 

 

🙅‍♂️ The Two Worst Ways to Cook Bacon

The Water Method

 

Yes, it’s a real thing. This technique involves covering the bacon in water, boiling it, and gradually lowering the heat until the water evaporates. Supposedly, it helps render the fat and reduce splatter — but according to testers, it’s messy, inconsistent, and not worth the effort. Stick with dry heat.

 

The Microwave

You probably already know this one’s not ideal. While it can work in a pinch, microwaved bacon tends to come out hot, rubbery, and unevenly cooked. Even with paper towels to soak up grease, you’ll rarely get that satisfying crisp — just a lot of limp disappointment.

 
So, What’s Your Go-To?

 

Everyone has a bacon method they swear by. But if you haven’t tried oven-baking with parchment paper, this might be your sign. It’s cleaner, easier, and arguably more delicious.

 

After all, life’s too short for bad bacon.

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