DEAR ABBY: My grandson is 2 and has started to call me “Mimi.” The problem is that his other grandmother chose Mimi for herself. My daughter-in-law is annoyed and does not want him calling me Mimi. She also doesn’t want me to be called Mom-Mom because he calls her Ma-Ma. Am I wrong to be … Read more
A former female employee of gaming giant Activision Blizzard filed an explosive sexual harassment lawsuit accusing the California-based “Call of Duty” creator of a “frat boy” workplace where male employees sexually harassed her, inappropriately touched her and watched pornography at work. The unidentified former staffer, who worked in the company’s sound department for 14 years … Read more
They’re a bunch of “sick” puppies. Gen Z workers are far more likely to fake an illness to get out of work than their elders — even when they’re fine, a new report revealed. Around 80 percent of those polled under the age of 29 admitted to calling out sick at least once during the past … Read more
Nearly two-thirds of Americans believe children under the age of 16 should not be allowed on social media, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 Americans revealed that 62% of respondents agreed that kids 15 and under should be barred from creating social media accounts. With discussions ramping up around the topic, the research … Read more
There are a lot of ways to describe when a baseball team drives in a few runs in an inning, and Yankees broadcaster Michael Kay certainly found a unique way to do it after a three-run third inning for the Yanks. José Caballero, Ben Rice and Heliot Ramos all brought in runs during the third … Read more
Tomorrowland is heading into the future. Disney has announced a major overhaul of Disneyland‘s Tomorrowland, a section of the park with a fraught history of unrealized potential. The overhaul was confirmed by Chairman of Disney Experiences Thomas Mazloum at the D23 fan convention on August 15. “You all know Disneyland is a promise. As that … Read more
Welcome to the alphas-friendly oasis, where women are absolutely not welcome. Gals are persona non grata at Bali Time Chamber, a mountaintop retreat in northern Indonesia, catering exclusively to men “looking to level up in their life.” It’s a gender-based ban reportedly predicated on the belief that females simply “don’t let people grow,” according to … Read more
She’s refused to be on screen. Now, she’s raking in the green. Money will soon be zooming to Laura Tait’s front door as the “anxious” work-from-home travel consultant has successfully sued her ex-employer for forcing her to be on camera during a business video call, infringing on her disability rights. An employment tribunal, held in … Read more
Mexico City was absolutely rocking Tuesday night, and so were the broadcasters. As Mexico played in their home country against Ecuador in the World Cup Round of 32 at Azteca Stadium, everything began to come unglued when the host nation scored and eventually won 2-0. On the Telemundo broadcast, José Luis López Salido and Jorge … Read more
A simple “Bang!” wouldn’t have done it justice. Mike Breen, ESPN’s lead broadcast voice for the NBA Finals and the longtime voice of the Knicks for MSG Network, got to make arguably the biggest call of his play-by-play career on Saturday night. “It’s over! It’s over! Knick fans, this is not a dream!” Breen, a … Read more
Democratic lawmakers complained in late May about employers not providing paid leave for painful menstruation cycles, calling it “economic violence.” “Forcing a worker to choose between paying her rent or losing a day’s pay to recover from a grueling gynecological procedure is not a choice. It’s economic violence,” Rep. Adelita Grijalva, D-Ariz., said during a press conference on … Read more
Alex Cooper made a name for herself dishing all the graphic details about her lurid sex life and promoting hookup culture on her hit podcast “Call Her Daddy.” Now, she’s married and expecting a child. This has pro-family conservatives furious. Critics are accusing her of teaching younger women bad lessons about sex and relationships while … Read more
US cosmetics maker Estée Lauder and Spanish perfume group Puig had been finalizing the details of a deal when talks fell apart late on Thursday, preventing a merger that would have created a $40 billion luxury beauty giant. The merged company would have put together brands such as Tom Ford, Clinique and MAC with Carolina Herrera and … Read more
A sweet act by Derwin James this week brought an elderly Chargers fan to tears. The Pro Bowl safety called up a 75-year-old woman to thank her for her recent season ticket purchase, and she was so stunned by the 29-year-old’s gesture, she actually began to cry. The interaction was captured on video and shared … Read more
Think of it as a connective kink. Shibari, a type of Japanese rope bondage, is the tie that binds for some couples, helping them reach new levels of connection, communion and satisfaction — while dispelling sexual taboos. “I always thought it was something for people that enjoyed pain and submission,” Richard, who regularly engages in … Read more
WWE star Logan Paul channeled retired NFL running back Marshawn Lynch during a Friday appearance on ESPN’s “First Take” to promote this weekend’s WrestleMania 42. Paul, who wore black tinted sunglasses, seemed disinterested in being there, as he complained about his early 5am call time — and used Lynch’s famous, “I am only here so … Read more
Mets Opening Day included a fitting baseball circle-of-life moment. Rookie outfielder Carson Benge, making his Mets regular season debut, brought Citi Field to its feet when he blasted a solo home run in the sixth inning, the first of his major league career, as the Amazin’s rolled to an 11-7 win over the Pirates in … Read more
A historic baseball moment will forever be remembered for being overshadowed by an in-game manager interview. Those waiting for the first Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) challenge Wednesday may have felt underwhelmed since it happened while Netflix conducted an interview with Giants manager Tony Vitello. The broadcast showed Yankees shortstop Jose Caballero touched his helmet to challenge … Read more
Golf influencer Paige Spiranac revealed “good news and bad news” after exposing a fan for posting comments about her appearance on social media. Taking to X on Thursday, Spiranac explained that she was “getting flooded” with messages after sharing last week that “there is this guy who comments ‘great cans’ on everything I post.” “Good … Read more
The offseason has just taken a turn for Dak Prescott. The Cowboys quarterback and his fiancée, Sarah Jane Ramos, have broken up and called off the wedding a month before the date, per TMZ. The relationship has reportedly been rocky for the past few months, and the tipping point was a fight during their joint bachelor … Read more