The Karens of the world can rejoice as their difficult-to-digest persona now comes in the form of a toy.The K-name has been coopted to call out many a “white-lady-with-a-bone-to-pick” socio-cultural faux pas online, spurring slangy put-downs like “Calm down, Karen.”Karens often demand to “speak to the manager” and act entitled beyond the scope of what is normal.Pennsylvania-based toy company Namespace unveiled plans to produce 3¾-inch tongue-in-cheek action figures depicting the problematic Karens of the world.What’s more, the action figure will be sold along with an overworked “Joe the Manager” figure for the bob-cut action figure to hurl insults at.“We’re looking for fun even in uncertain times like these,” said Matt Jacquot, Namespace sales manager.
Listen: Leaked Speech at Gay Son’s Wedding Made by Republican Who Voted Against ‘Stunt’ Bill Protecting Same-Sex Marriage
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Buzzfeed obtained audio of Congressman Thompson’s toast to the happy couple, during which he bestows the warmest of wishes and says he’s just like any parent who hopes their child finds “that one true love so that they have the opportunity to experience that: someone to grow old with.”Last week Rep. Thompson voted against the Respect for Marriage Act, legislation that rescinds the anti-gay Defense of Marriage Act, and requires the federal government and states to recognize the existing and lawful marriages of same-sex couples.
That bill passed the House with the support of 47 Republicans and all Democrats.Not only did he vote against the bill, Thompson’s press secretary called the bill a “stunt.”“This bill was nothing more than an election-year messaging stunt for Democrats in Congress who have failed to address historic inflation and out of control prices at gas pumps and grocery stores,” Maddison Stone told Thompson’s local Pennsylvania newspaper, the Centre Daily Times.Buzzfeed reports that Congressman Thompson “not only attended the event, but he delivered a speech to celebrate the nuptials, which he called ‘a really good experience.’ Media of the speech was provided to BuzzFeed News by a guest, who asked to remain anonymous.”“I think the word should definitely get out there,” the guest said of their decision for BuzzFeed News to publish it. “These politicians need to be exposed for who they really are.”Below, via Buzzfeed, is the text of Congressman Thompson’s toast at his son’s wedding, and a portion of the audio Buzzfeed obtained, posted by The Recount.
For the full audio visit Buzzfeed News.We really appreciate you all being here, and being a part of that. You know, as a parent — parents have hopes and dreams,
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Salman Rushdie’s ‘Feisty & Defiant’ Sense of Humor Remain Despite ‘Life Changing Injuries,’ His Son Reports
Zafar reported in a tweet Sunday.“Following the attack on Friday, my father remains in critical condition in hospital receiving extensive ongoing medical treatment. We are extremely relieved that yesterday he was taken off the ventilator and additional oxygen and he was able to say a few words,” Rushdie began.“Though his life changing injuries are severe, his usual feisty & defiant sense of humor remains intact.
Salman Rushdie on Ventilator, Unable to Speak: ‘The News Is Not Good,’ His Agent Says
New York Times Friday evening. “The news is not good,” Wylie said via email. “Salman will likely lose one eye; the nerves in his arm were severed; and his liver was stabbed and damaged.” Rushdie, who is 75, remains hospitalized in Pennsylvania, where he as airlifted after the attack.
Stars Who Skipped Teresa Giudice and Luis Ruelas’ Wedding: Melissa Gorga, Andy Cohen and More
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‘Doc Hollywood’: In A Twist, Democrats Attack A Senate Candidate, Mehmet Oz, For His Showbiz Ties
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Conservative Christian Leaders of Group Linked to Secretive Org Demand Congress Stop Bill Protecting Freedom to Marry
more than 70 percent of Americans—including a majority of Republicans—support the freedom of same-sex couples to get married. More than 90 percent of Americans support marriage rights for interracial couples, who are also protected under the legislation.But religious-right leaders hostile to legal equality for LGBTQ people were angry that the bill received bipartisan support. They have refused to recognize the Supreme Court’s marriage equality ruling as legitimate, and they have been emboldened by Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas’s call for the court to overturn rulings recognizing and protecting the rights of LGBTQ people and same-sex couples the way it overturned Roe v.
California Considers Bill That Would Free Actors From Exclusivity Deals
Gene Maddaus Senior Media WriterTV networks have long known the value of exclusive contracts for their stars. Networks that invest millions in developing and promoting a show don’t want to see the lead actor show up in another series on a rival network.But in the streaming era, those exclusivity deals have become a major concern for actors.
NBA icon Bill Russell dead aged 88
NBA icon Bill Russell has died aged 88. The Boston Celtics veteran racked up 11 titles with the team from 1956 and 1969 and won an Olympic gold medal in Melbourne with the United States in 1956. His two NCAA titles at San Francisco in 1955 and ’56 paved the way for him to become a five-time NBA MVP and 12-time All-Star.
Bill Russell, Legendary Basketball Player and Coach, Dies at 88
Russell’s last two championships with the Celtics in 1968 and 1969 were also achieved with him as a player-coach, replacing his legendary coach Red Auerbach after his retirement at the end of the 1966-67 season and becoming the first Black coach in NBA history. Many of Russell’s victories came at the expense of the Los Angeles Lakers, as Russell defeated legends like Jerry West, Elgin Baylor and Wilt Chamberlain in the NBA Finals.
Bill Russell, 11-Time NBA Champion and First Black Head Coach in U.S. Pro Sports, Dies at 88
J. Kim Murphy Bill Russell, a Boston Celtics legend who won 11 championships over his career and served as the first Black head coach of any U.S.
Did One Of Shanna Moakler's Daughters Call The Cops On Her And Controversial BF Matthew Rondeau??
The police were called to Shanna Moakler‘s house on Thursday afternoon about a reported “domestic disturbance.”
British News Networks Rejoice As TV Cameras Are Allowed In The Old Bailey For The First Time
British news broadcasters’ long campaign to allow cameras into the country’s Central Criminal Court — known famously as the Old Bailey — has been successful.
This Congressman Voted Against Gay Marriage, Then Attended His Gay Son’s Wedding
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Nick Cannon and Bre Tiesi’s Son’s Name Revealed: Meet the Actor’s 8th Baby
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Paul Rudd on Bill Murray, Jonathan Majors Joining 'Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania' (Exclusive)
San Diego Comic-Con 2022, Paul Rudd and director Peyton Reed showed the first trailer for, which gave fans a first look at Jonathan Majors and Bill Murray in the upcoming threequel. Backstage, the two spoke to ET’s Matt Cohen and opened up about their upcoming roles as Kang the Conquerer and a mysterious new villain, respectively. Starring Rudd as Scott Lang along with Evangeline Lilly as Hope Van Dyne, Michael Douglas as Hank Pym, Michelle Pfeiffer as Janet Van Dyne and Kathryn Newton as Cassie Lang, the newest installment in the film series will see the entire family exploring the Quantum Realm as they encounter strange creatures and unexpected foes while going on an adventure that will push the limits of what they thought was possible.