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Millie Bobby Brown Adopted a Baby Girl

Millie Bobby Brown is officially a mom! The “Stranger Things” star and her husband, Jake Bongiovi, shared that they adopted a baby girl over the summer, marking the couple’s first step into parenthood together.

The news broke after the two were spotted out in the Hamptons earlier this week, casually pushing a stroller during a sunny walk. Fans immediately speculated, and sure enough, the couple confirmed the rumors in a joint statement yesterday.

“This summer, we welcomed our sweet baby girl through adoption,” they said. “We are beyond excited to embark on this beautiful next chapter of parenthood in both peace and privacy.”

For now, they’re keeping the details close. No name, no photos, just the happy announcement and a polite request for privacy while they adjust to life as new parents. This is also makes Jon Bon Jovi a first-time grandparent, too!

Millie, 21, and Jake, 23, tied the knot in May 2024, just over a year ago. Their relationship has been a favorite among fans since they first went public, thanks in part to their mix of Hollywood glam and relatable young-couple energy. Now, their love story has entered a whole new chapter.

Celebrity adoptions often spark plenty of public curiosity, but Millie and Jake’s approach suggests they’re aiming to raise their daughter away from too much spotlight. Given Millie’s early rise to fame, it makes sense she’d want to shield her child from the same level of attention she grew up with.

While we wait for more details (and yes, probably a very adorable name reveal down the road), fans are already celebrating the news across social media. Some are pointing out how surreal it feels to see Millie, who audiences first met as Eleven when she was just 12, now stepping into the role of mom. Others are praising the couple for openly sharing their adoption journey, which can help normalize and inspire conversations around family building in different forms.

One thing’s for sure: whether she’s saving the world from the Upside Down or learning the ropes of diaper duty, Millie Bobby Brown has officially entered a whole new role. And her fans couldn’t be more excited to watch this next chapter unfold.

10 Things That Happened 10 Years Ago: Aug 24-30

Free tuna, dogs named “Bella,” and Burger King gets faced for wanting a “McWhopper.” Here’s what was in the news 10 years ago this week.

Burger King tried to team up with McDonald’s on a “McWhopper”

Burger King took out full-page ads in the “New York Times” and the “Chicago Tribune” and posted an open letter to McDonald’s, asking them to team up and make a “McWhopper” – a Bic Mac / Whopper mash-up. They wanted to do it for International Peace Day on Sept. 21 and even launched a website called McWhopper.com in hopes it would happen.

The response from McDonald’s, however, was… yeah, no thanks. The CEO of Micky D’s called it a publicity stunt, burned Burger King for comparing the rivalry to “the real pain and suffering of war,” and said if they ever wanted to team up again, “a simple phone call will do.”

Charlie Sheen wanted to be Trump’s running mate

Owen Wilson had compared Donald Trump’s campaign strategy to Charlie’s meltdown that got him booted from “Two and a Half Men.” (Owen even managed to slip in one of his patented wow’s: “It’s like when Charlie Sheen was doing that stuff—like, wow!”)

Charlie responded by tweeting, “If Trump will hv me I’d be his VP in a heartbeat!” Trump ended up choosing then Indiana Governor Mike Pence instead of Charlie, so… basically the same guy.

Everyone thought James Earl Jones died

2015 was a big year for fake celebrity deaths. There had already be a string of bogus rumors about Willie Nelson, Martin Lawrence, Michael Jordan, and Beyoncé. A parody website posted a fake obit for Jones, who was 84 at the time, so it seemed legit enough – at least to social media boneheads. The story quickly went viral before being quashed by those mainstream media outlets no one trusts anymore. Jones passed away nine years later in 2024 at age 93.

Wes Craven really did die

The prolific horror movie director lost his battle with brain cancer at age 76. His many credits include “A Nightmare on Elm Street,” “The Hills Have Eyes,” and the first four “Scream” movies.

Each state’s most embarrassing Google search was revealed

The site Estately.com dug through 11 years of Google data to find the topic each state had googled an embarrassing number of times. Highlights included “sandals and socks” in Washington, “Limp Bizkit” in North Dakota, “penis enlargement” in Mississippi, and “Am I a virgin” in Maryland. (Yes, Maryland. Your neighbor Virginia “is for lovers,” not you.)

TunaLawsuit.com was trending

StarKist was forced to shell out millions of dollars for under-filling their 5-ounce cans of tuna. Anyone who’d bought StarKist tuna in the past six years (or claimed to) could get $25 in cash or $50 in tuna vouchers. You didn’t even have to prove you’d bought their tuna, you just had to say you did. It was a huge loss for Big Tuna, and a big win for fans of canned fish.

A Caitlyn Jenner Halloween costume had people up in arms

The costume (based on her “Vanity Fair” cover) featured a full Dad Bod dude in a cheap wig and a “Call Me Caitlyn” sash. Critics said it mocked the transgender community and promoted transphobia by turning Jenner’s transition into a joke.

Taylor Swift brought Lisa Kudrow on stage for “Smelly Cat”

Welcoming huge celebs to the stage became the norm during Taylor’s “1989” tour. Her same show at the Staples Center in L.A. (now the Crypto.com Arena) also featured cameos by Justin Timberlake and Selena Gomez. But every headline that week was about Taylor (a proud cat lady) bringing out Phoebe Buffay from “Friends” to sing her humorous ode to malodorous felines.

Everyone was naming their dog “Bella”

A study by Nextdoor found it was the most popular dog name in America in 2015, followed by Lucy, Max, Daisy, and Bailey. “Bella” got big thanks to the “Twilight” series, and not much has changed. A decade later, many of us are still naming our dogs after a teen with an unhealthy attraction to vampires.

The “Big Bang Theory” actors were making bank

“Forbes“ ranked the highest-paid TV actors of 2015, and the four main nerds on “Big Bang” dominated the list. Jim Parsons topped it at $29 million, followed by Johnny Galecki at $27 million, and Simon Helberg and Kunal Nayyar with $20 million apiece. (“NCIS” star Mark Harmon and “Two and a Half Men” fill-in Ashton Kutcher also tied for third at $20 mil each.)

The “Pettiest” Reasons People Have Stopped Hooking Up

Relationships can end for all sorts of reasons… infidelity, distance, “it’s not you, it’s me.” But sometimes? It’s way dumber than that. Especially with casual dating, where the commitment is low and the deal-breakers are weirdly high.

People online have been sharing the pettiest reasons they stopped hooking up with someone, and honestly, some of these sound pretty fair.

Here are some highlights from the list:

  1. The Instagram Drama Queen. One guy said, “She got mad that I never viewed her Instagram Stories.” He barely used Instagram… which apparently was not acceptable.
  2. The Hat Girl. Someone thought his date’s oversized beret was just an occasional fashion statement. Nope. It was her entire personality.
  3. The Walking Jersey. A guy had his last name tattooed across his back. Romantic? Sure, if you’re in the NFL.
  4. The Rude One. They never said “thanks” to anyone, for anything. That’s a fast track to being single.
  5. The Loud Chewer. Do we even need to explain?
  6. The Shoe Enthusiast. One woman spent an entire first date talking about shoes. Three hours. On the second date, she immediately launched into another shoe monologue, and the guy walked out before dessert.
  7. The Litterbug. Someone dumped trash on the ground. Immediate dealbreaker.
  8. The Spoiler. One poor soul had the ending of The X-Files ruined. Unforgivable.
  9. The Bathroom Offender. “He always peed on my toilet and all around it.” Case closed.
  10. The Chatty Movie Buddy. They would not stop talking while watching shows or at the movies. Which is basically a crime.
  11. The Baby Talker. Nothing kills the mood faster than someone saying “pwease” and “tank you” in a baby voice.
  12. The Fresh Prince Test. One guy wanted a Carlton Banks phone case. She said no. He realized she didn’t share his sense of whimsy… and that was that.

So yes, sometimes breakups are petty. But sometimes “petty” is just code for, “I refuse to spend the rest of my life listening to you chew like a horse.”

Men Are Terrified of New Hairstyles, So They Stick with the Same Look for Years

Men: If your anxiety spikes today, maybe it’s not that big presentation at work. Maybe it’s just the thought of your barber asking, “So, what are we doing today?”

A new survey found that 21% of men actually get nervous asking for a new hairstyle. Yep… grown adults who can confidently order a triple-shot oat milk latte suddenly lose all courage when it comes to saying, “Uh, could you try a fade?”

Even worse, 23% admit they’ve been too afraid to ask for the haircut they really wanted. Which means plenty of men are stuck with “the usual,” while quietly longing for the mullet of their dreams.

On average, men get a trim about 10 times per year, and stick with the same look for a whopping seven years. Seven years! That’s longer than some marriages.

The survey also found that 84% of men feel “confident” with their current hairstyle, while 55% have never even considered changing it. The other 45% have thought about mixing it up.

So which styles do men think they could maybe pull off? Here are the top picks:

  1. Growing it out (28%)
  2. Going fully bald by choice (22%)
  3. The middle part with long hair (13%)
  4. A sharp side part (13%)
  5. Spiked hair (11%)
  6. Highlights (11%)
  7. The slick, greased-back look (10%)
  8. Mullet (8%)
  9. Mohawk (8%)
  10. The bleached buzzcut (7%)

So basically, most guys are confident with what they’ve got, terrified of changing it, and secretly fantasizing about looking like they’re in a boy band circa 2002.

Stifler from “American Pie” Has All the Cash He’ll Ever Need

Seann William Scott is probably best known for playing Stifler in the “American Pie” movies, or for the cinematic classic that is “Dude, Where’s My Car?” But that all seems like ancient history. So how is Seann surviving? Very well, thank you.

The actor, who split from his wife last year, just handed over a detailed rundown of his finances in their ongoing custody and child support case, and let’s just say… the guy is set for life.

According to court documents, Scott pulls in about $110,000 every month. That includes $45,000 in royalty payments (yes, American Pie is still paying) and another $31,000 from dividends and interest. And that’s just the regular monthly flow of cash.

On top of that, his net worth is stacked: more than $12.2 million tied up in stocks and bonds, another $18.8 million in property, and hundreds of thousands in additional assets.

Translation: Stifler’s still cashing checks, not crashing parties.

The funny part is that Seann has never really been a Hollywood spotlight guy. Aside from American Pie and cult-favorite comedies like Role Models and Goon, he’s mostly kept a lower profile. Yet while some actors struggle after their breakout roles, Scott seems to have played his cards (and his investments) wisely.

Fans online had a mix of reactions to the financial reveal. Some were surprised at just how much royalty money he’s still pulling in. Others pointed out that while people love to joke about actors getting “stuck” in one role, Scott’s “one role” has been paying him the kind of passive income most people dream about.

So next time someone says, “Whatever happened to Seann William Scott?” you can tell them: he’s quietly living like a multimillionaire, thanks to a steady stream of Stifler money. Not too shabby.

Meet the Guy Who Orders and Returns 110-Pound Anvils Just to Troll Amazon

If you’ve noticed that returns and exchanges on Amazon seem a little harder lately, you might have people like this guy to thank.

A TikTok user named John Stockwell is going viral for repeatedly ordering 110-pound cast iron anvils on Amazon—then returning them. Over and over. For six months. Each anvil costs more than $225, and thanks to his Amazon Prime membership, all shipping fees are waived. That means Amazon (or the third-party seller) is footing the bill for both the delivery and the return of an enormous, extremely heavy object. Every single time.

In one video, Stockwell proudly scrolls through his order history, casually showing ten separate anvil purchases over the course of just a couple weeks. He’s not subtle about it either. “I’m going to keep doing [this] until somebody does something about it,” he says, smirking.

If your brain is short-circuiting at the logic behind this stunt, you’re not alone. Even Stockwell’s followers seem divided.

Some have slammed him for wasting delivery workers’ time and effort, for scamming sellers, and for ultimately contributing to the rising costs that honest customers end up paying. Stockwell’s response? Laughter.

He’s been responding to backlash by doubling down on the absurdity. When critics called him out, he jokingly invited them to come argue “at his house”—and then gave Barack Obama’s address. (Yes, really.) He also told reporters the anvils are for “dropping on roadrunners,” and when asked what his goal is, he said he “hasn’t really thought about it.”

In case it wasn’t obvious, Stockwell has some stand-up comedy clips in his feed, so there’s a good chance he’s trolling for attention. But even if it’s a bit, there’s a real-world impact: someone is paying for those shipping costs, and stories like this don’t exactly make Amazon more generous with returns.

It’s unclear whether Amazon or the seller is currently absorbing the cost—or whether they’ll eventually put a stop to it. But if you’ve had a return flagged lately, this kind of ridiculous behavior could be part of the reason why.

For now, John Stockwell remains free to order and return anvils like it’s his full-time job. Whether that’s a commentary on modern retail or just good ol’ internet stupidity is still up for debate.

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The Lowest Paying Job in America Is “Shampooer”?

Think your job stinks? It could be worse. It turns out the lowest paying job in America is… one you probably didn’t even know exists.

Our friends over at Stacker.com did a deep dive to rank the lowest paying full-time jobs in the United States, and servers can breathe a sigh of relief. Waiting tables barely made the cut, landing at #50 on the list. That means there are at least 49 gigs that pay even less. Here are the Top 10, and what the average full-time worker makes in a year.

1. Shampooer ($30,830)

Yep, it’s a real job title. They’re the folks who wash your hair at salons before the stylist takes over. It’s often an entry-level job for people who want to become stylists but don’t have enough experience yet.

2. Fast food cook ($31,140)

If you’re behind the fryer but never at the counter, this is you. It doesn’t pay great, but there are some perks… like constant grease burns and getting to smell like French fries after every shift.

3. Amusement and recreation attendant ($31,350)

Think carnival workers, ride operators, and concession stand staff. Basically, anyone handing you cotton candy or buckling you into a ride you’re not 100% sure you’ll survive.

4. Fast food counter worker ($31,350)

They earn a little more than the cooks, mostly because they deal with customers. And let’s face it, customers can be tougher than the deep fryer.

5. Usher, lobby attendant, or ticket taker ($31,770)

Those smiling faces at theaters and concert venues? Spoiler alert: they’re probably making less than the price of your ticket.

6. Cashier ($31,810)

One of the most common jobs in America with more than 3 million people scanning barcodes and making change. If their attitude isn’t great, now you know why.

7. Host or hostess ($32,030)

The folks who deal with the riffraff out front earn about $6,000 less per year than the servers who take your order and bring your food.

8. Gambling and sports book writer/runner ($32,570)

They help facilitate bets at casinos and racetracks, or run games like keno. The house always wins, but the workers definitely don’t.

9. Child care worker ($33,140)

Babysitters, daycare staff, and nannies have some of the most important jobs in the world – if only they got paid like it.

10. Dishwasher ($33,220)

Closing out the Top 10 is that guy in the kitchen doing the dirty work – to the tune of about $1,500 more per year than the smiling hostess out front. (And $80 more than the person watching your toddler all day!)

The big picture? Most of these jobs pay in the low-to-mid $30k range, which doesn’t go far when rent, gas, and groceries keep climbing. So the next time you meet someone working one of these gigs, maybe give them a little extra patience – or a tip – because they’re not exactly cashing in.

Pee-wee Herman Look-Alike Contest Hits Coney Island This Weekend

If you’ve ever practiced Pee-wee Herman’s laugh in the mirror or thought about rocking that iconic grey suit and red bow tie, this weekend is your moment. Coney Island is hosting a Pee-wee Herman look-alike contest on Sunday, bringing fans together to honor the late Paul Reubens and celebrate the 40th anniversary of “Pee-wee’s Big Adventure”.

The event is more than just a tribute to the beloved character, it’s a full-on costume party for Pee-wee fans of all stripes. Yes, plenty of bow ties and white loafers are expected, but the contest also includes categories for anyone dressing as other characters from “Pee-wee’s Playhouse” or his films. That means we might see Miss Yvonne in all her fabulous glory, Cowboy Curtis with his rhinestone flair, Jambi popping in with a “Mecca lecca hi, mecca hiney ho,” or even a terrifyingly spot-on Large Marge.

The contest organizers say they’re excited to see how creative people get, and let’s be real, New Yorkers never half-step when it comes to costumes.

Expect a mix of nostalgia, camp, and maybe a few deep-cut references only hardcore Pee-wee fans will catch.

This celebration comes at a time when quirky fan events are really having a moment. From Elvis impersonators in Vegas to Shrek raves popping up around the country, dressing up like your favorite character is a playful way of keeping pop culture alive. And Pee-wee Herman, with his unique blend of childlike innocence and surreal humor, feels like the perfect character to celebrate in a big, colorful way.

Whether you’re competing, cheering from the crowd, or just want to people-watch with a Nathan’s hot dog in hand, this is one Coney Island spectacle worth catching. As Pee-wee himself would say, “I know you are, but what am I?”

The contest kicks off this Sunday at Coney Island, and it’s bound to be a mix of laughter, nostalgia, and maybe a few spot-on impressions that would make Paul Reubens proud.

So dust off your bow tie, polish those loafers, and practice that Pee-wee laugh—Coney Island is about to get weird in the best way possible.

Kacey Musgraves Has a New Love in Her Life… And It Has Hooves

Kacey Musgraves just made her relationship status social-media-official—and no, it’s not another musician or poet. It’s a horse.

Here’s what Kacey said: “Hard launching a new relationship. I met this sweet girl in Oregon last summer and fell in love, but it didn’t work out at the time.” The “sweet girl” in question? A beautiful horse named Nava.

According to Kacey, Nava is more than just a pet. She’s the one who rekindled her love of horseback riding, something the country-pop singer hadn’t been deeply connected to in a while. “She is the horse that reconnected me with my love of riding again,” Kacey wrote. In a twist of fate, the two were recently reunited, and Nava just made the big move from Oregon to Tennessee to join Kacey permanently.

“She just made the trek to Tennessee to her forever home. Her name is Nava.”

And while Kacey didn’t specify if Nava has a favorite Spotify playlist or an opinion on Grammy nominations, the vibes are strong. The singer even included photos of her and Nava looking like a literal country album cover come to life. (Taste of Country has the pics if you need proof that this is, in fact, the most majestic soft launch of 2025.)

Naturally, the internet has been a mix of amused, delighted, and just plain charmed. Some fans joked that this is the healthiest relationship Kacey’s ever had, while others were ready to help Nava run her own Instagram account.

For those keeping track, this isn’t the first time Kacey’s romantic life has made headlines, but it might be the most serene. Nava doesn’t talk back, throw shade, or ghost anyone. She just gallops into Kacey’s heart—and now into her pasture in Tennessee.

Have You Ever Wondered How Many “Miles” You Scroll on Your Phone?

If you’ve ever wondered how much exercise your thumb is getting, the answer is… well, probably more than your legs.

A new study just calculated how far people “travel” each year with all that endless phone scrolling. Yeah, they somehow figured out how far your thumb moved, across your screen, in the process of scrolling. Weird times, amirite?

Here are the results, broken down by state:

Topping the list is Arizona, where people scroll an average of 115.4 miles a year. To put that in perspective, that’s about the distance from Phoenix to Tucson.

In other words, Arizonans are essentially hiking the desert with their thumbs. That also works out to nearly nine hours of screen time per day. Nine. Hours. A day.

The rest of the Top Five states are: Washington (108.2 miles), Kentucky (105 miles), Missouri (102 miles), and New Mexico (96 miles). Rounding out the Top Ten are: Texas, Maryland, Louisiana, South Carolina, and Georgia. Clearly, the South is putting in some serious screen work too.

On the flip side, the study didn’t officially rank the least-scrolling states, but data suggests Kansas, Maine, Nebraska, Minnesota, and Massachusetts are down near the bottom. Congrats to them, I guess… they’ll be the ones still making eye contact in public.

In total, the average American now spends 6 hours and 35 minutes per day on screens, which adds up to a wild 2,403 hours per year. We’re also checking our devices an average of 58 times a day, which is either dedication or a collective cry for help.

For the record, the “scroll miles” were calculated by converting screen time into seconds, factoring in the average 6.3-inch phone screen, and then tallying the virtual distance. So yes, science just proved your thumb is basically an endurance athlete.

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