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Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton might seem as different as can be — but they make a perfect match. Stefani and Shelton met while working on The Voice in 2015 and quickly fell for each other in the wake of their divorces from Gavin Rossdale and Miranda Lambert, respectively. After five years together, Shelton finally popped the question in October 2020. Thank You! You have successfully subscribed. While the “Hollaback Girl” singer and Shelton hunkered down together amid the coronavirus pandemic, an insider exclusively told Us Weekly that Stefani’s kids have a soft spot for Shelton. (Stefani shares three sons,…

The year will be 2076.The United States of America will be turning 300 years old.And Giannis Antetokounmpo will still be in an awkward situation with the Milwaukee Bucks.The first time we heard about Antetokounmpo being unhappy with the Bucks was back in 2025. After waiving Damian Lillard, the Greek Freak and his representation began conversations with the Bucks to evaluate his fit and future of the organization, which was struggling to support their superstar.Fast forward to the end of June in 2026 and there’s still no resolution and the situation has gotten increasingly worse.On Saturday morning, ESPN Milwaukee reported that…

Yan Diomande, reportedly being eyed up by the likes of Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain, produced an impressive first-half performance as Ivory Coast lead Germany at the World Cup. The 19-year-old gave the four-time winners plenty to think about during the opening 45 minutes in Toronto, and it was his cross that led to the only goal of the game so far. Beating the experienced Joshua Kimmich out wide, Diomande’s delivery caused havoc in the box, with Amad Diallo’s initial effort blocked before Franck Kessie steered home at the second attempt. It was a shock lead for the African side –…

Jun 20, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; Cincinnati Reds third baseman Sal Stewart (27) hits a two-run double in the third inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images Rookie Sal Stewart drove in six runs, Spencer Steer hit a three-run home run and Cincinnati Reds rolled to a 10-2 rout of the host New York Yankees on Saturday afternoon. After striking out 13 times against Cam Schlittler in the series opener and a season-high 17 times in Friday’s 5-0 loss, the Reds broke free on offense while improving to 6-11 since losing Elly…

Lisa Vanderpump just opened the Vanderpump Hotel, and it already has a banned guest list. One iconic Bravo star will not be staying at this boutique hotel anytime soon. Keep reading to find out who isn’t allowed to check in. Lisa Vanderpump Opens A Hotel The Vanderpump brand is expanding! For the first time ever, Lisa Vanderpump has opened a 188-room hotel in Las Vegas. In true Lisa style, the hotel is over-the-top with extravagant furniture, wallpaper, and light fixtures. Of course, it wouldn’t be complete without several photos of Lisa herself throughout the hotel and in the rooms. Lisa…

Embracing crypto is seemingly turning into a family affair for Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, whose 22-year-old son is reportedly planning to launch his own derivative exchange. Theodore Gillibrand, the son of the crypto-friendly New York Democrat, has reportedly raised $30 million in a fundraiser led by venture firm Lux Capital for a deal valued at $300 million. His startup, American Perpetuals Exchange Corporation, plans to offer perpetual futures contracts, allowing traders to bet on the price of assets without holding them and without expiration dates. “It is clear that the future of these markets is not in offshore and unregulated foreign…

FBI Director Kash Patel has been accused of directing taxpayer-funded bonus payments to political allies at the agency, pulling from what Rep. Jamie Raskin calls his “personal slush fund.” Mr. Raskin, the ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, launched an investigation this week into Mr. Patel over allegations that he directed over $1 million in taxpayer-funded bonuses on top of their usual salaries to his inner circle. The Maryland Democrat said that information received by the committee shows that Mr. Patel’s office issued recurring bonus payments to agents on his “Director’s Advisory Team” and members of his security detail,…

Jennifer Aniston is mourning the death of legendary TV director James Burrows. “Oh boy … 💔Papa Burrows. The hardest thing about writing this is that you spent a lifetime making people feel loved, and now it feels impossible to put all of that love into a few paragraphs,” Aniston, 57, wrote via Instagram on Saturday, June 20. “He called us his ‘kids’ —  ‘Where are the kids?’ ‘Let’s see if the kids can make the joke work.’ No pressure. ❤️” Burrows died on Friday, June 19, after a brief undisclosed illness at age 85. James is survived by his wife,…

Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, E-40, and Too Short are taking Mount Westmore back on the road this summer. The West Coast supergroup confirmed two live dates for August 2026. Only two nights. That makes every seat count. Promoter Bobby Dee Presents shared the news on Instagram, confirming all four members will be on stage together. DJ Quik is locked in as special guest for both shows. That lineup alone should have West Coast rap fans clearing their calendars. Here’s the schedule. Night one goes down on Friday, August 21st at SAP Center in San Jose, California. Night two lands on…