In an exciting development, Prince Harry is set to join James Corden in just a few weeks for a discussion on the World Cup on Corden’s latest show.
Catch Prince Harry sharing his thoughts on World Cup football in James Corden’s new show
James Corden, known for his previous role as the host of The Late Late Show, casually revealed that the Duke of Sussex, age 41, will soon grace his new program, “FIFA World Cup on Fox After Hours With James Corden,” as a special guest.
It came during a discussion on the show this week, in which Corden and his guest, former England footballer Rio Ferdinand, were asked where Three Lions captain Harry Kane would rank on a list of “all-time British Harrys”.
James replied: “That’s a great question. That is a great question.”
Elle: The Must-Watch ‘Legally Blonde’ Prequel Turning Critics into Believers
If the buoyant intellect of Elle Woods in the 2001 blockbuster Legally Blonde taught us anything, it’s that appearances can be deceiving, particularly when wrapped in glittery pink. Fans should keep this in mind as they prepare for Elle, an eight-episode spinoff debuting Wednesday, July 1 on Prime Video. This candy-hued series explores the high school adventures of Woods, portrayed by promising newcomer Lexi Minetree, set in 1995.
This reimagining of Elle’s beginnings follows the delightful tension that arises when the Woods family uproots their lives from the sun-drenched streets of Southern California to the grungier vibe of Seattle. Here, Elle encounters a world of Nirvana music, persistent rain, and an absence of her signature pink.
The series, a creation of Laura Kittrell of Insecure and Black Monday fame, and executive produced by Reese Witherspoon, the original Elle, strikes a balance between nostalgia and novelty. It gives a nod to the films — yes, even beloved Bruiser the dog makes an appearance — while crafting a fresh narrative for Elle to illuminate with her boundless optimism.
Reese Witherspoon shared some unexpected advice with Lexi Minetree for her portrayal of Elle Woods in the Legally Blonde prequel series. “She advised me, ‘Always choose kindness and never stoop low, even if others do,’” Minetree, 25, revealed to Us Weekly exclusively during the series premiere event in New York City on Tuesday, June […].
Minetree successfully captures the spirit of Witherspoon’s beloved character, not through imitation, but by embodying the essence of Elle Woods. Her depiction of this optimistic adolescent hints at a future where her determination and unique knowledge in beauty care lead her to shine in the legal arena.
Elle’s new world includes her supportive parents, played by Tom Everett Scott and a characteristically wonderful June Diane Raphael (the confessional scenes between mother and daughter are some of the show’s strongest). There are high school friends and frenemies and duh, even a love interest or two. To keep things moving, the season also introduces a central mystery for Elle and her friends to solve — a fitting nod to our protagonist’s future legal career.
It’s surprising that producers resisted the urge to turn this thing into a cameofest — not even Witherspoon appears — but their restraint is a model for all studios in our IP-driven era. Take away the film inspiration, and Elle would still be a warm coming-of-age TV show about the importance of having faith in yourself. Elle Woods is famous for proving doubters wrong, and here, she does it again.
Lexi Minetree is grateful she has Reese Witherspoon in her corner while filming the upcoming Legally Blonde prequel series Elle. “She’s just the best. She’s so warm and so caring,” Minetree, 23, who plays the younger version of Witherspoon’s character, exclusively told Us Weekly at the Amazon Upfronts on Monday, May 12. “She’s always checking […]
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s 10-Hour MSG Wedding Schedule Unveiled
Page Six has the inside scoop on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s upcoming wedding at Madison Square Garden, set to span more than 10 hours.
According to insider information, the festivities will begin with a rehearsal dinner on Thursday night at the arena’s Infosys Theater, attended by 100 guests from 6:00 to 10:30 p.m. ET.
On the big day, the schedule kicks off as guests arrive at 3:30 p.m. Cocktails will be served from 4 p.m. on the 6th floor concourse, with the ceremony slated for 5:30 p.m. on the arena floor.
The evening escalates with a reception commencing at 6:30 p.m. and winding down at 2:00 a.m.
Friday’s event is expected to draw a crowd of 1,000 guests.
Page Six confirmed Swift and Kelce, both 36, are set to tie the knot at the New York City-based arena on July 3.
A source revealed that for the couple’s rehearsal dinner at Infosys Theater, the estimated 100 guests will arrive through 4 Penn entrance.
The theater, which holds over 5,000, is a secure location that will help avoid any attention from paparazzi, insiders said.
Ahead of the wedding, various deliveries have made to MSG, with some boxes being labeled “Garden Party,” while workers have been draping the arena with fabric hanging from the ceiling and covering the floors.
Additionally, a red carpet was rolled out on the arena’s entrance steps — and then removed — by workers on Tuesday.
Swift and Kelce are building a massive castle inside the Garden for the wedding, as well, we heard.
AI Data Center Rules Lead Over 100 New State Laws Implemented
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – As of Wednesday, over 100 new state laws have become official, with one law in particular tackling the hotly debated issue of Artificial Intelligence Data Centers.
Recently, community members have been attending local government meetings in droves to voice their concerns about the potential establishment of these facilities. The primary worries involve the strain on water resources and the impact on electricity expenses.
Governor Ron DeSantis highlighted the immense power consumption of data centers, noting, “These data hubs can use as much electricity as a city with a population of 500,000 or even more.” He stressed that the financial burden for this usage should not fall on Florida’s residents.
The governor asserts that this new legislation is designed to safeguard the interests and resources of the state’s citizens.
Under the new law, public utilities must adhere to specific minimum tariff and service requirements for substantial consumers of electricity. Furthermore, the water management district’s governing board is barred from granting water usage permits to large-scale data centers in certain situations.
Locally, large crowds have gathered to oppose the idea of facilities in Haines City, Fort Meade, and Lakeland.
Resident Lorena Ervin said, “We as a society cannot handle it, especially if we’re just Haines City specific, we cannot keep up or maintain any of it.”
Here is a list of the new Florida laws going into effect July 1.
X-Men ’97 Season 2, Episode 2: Discover the Bold New Take on the Iconic Intro
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Contains spoilers for “X-Men ’97” Season 2, Episode 2 — “A Force to Be Reckoned With”
Marvel’s acclaimed animated series, “X-Men ’97,” kicks off with an introduction that will feel very familiar to longtime fans. The new series pays homage to the beloved ’90s “X-Men: The Animated Series” by maintaining the original theme music and structure, albeit with a fresh animation style and lineup of characters. However, the second episode of Season 2, titled “A Force to Be Reckoned With,” takes a bold step by replacing the iconic X-Men with the dynamic X-Force.
In this episode, titled “A Force to Be Reckoned With,” the spotlight is firmly on the X-Force. Led by Cable, voiced by Chris Potter, the team includes Psylocke, Archangel, and Jubilee, along with Sunspot, portrayed by Gui Agustini. Their mission is crucial: to locate the X-Men who find themselves scattered throughout various points in time. Meanwhile, X-Force faces the rising threat of X-Factor, a team led by Cyclops’ brother, who is also Cable’s uncle, Havok. Together, X-Factor and the government form an interesting alliance. This episode truly underscores the phrase, “X gon’ give it to ya!”
Paying homage to the enduring legacy of X-Force, the episode’s introduction cleverly swaps out the original X-Men characters for those featured prominently in the storyline. Crucially, the series wisely opts to retain the original and beloved theme music, understanding some traditions are simply too sacred to change.
X-Force was a highly influential superhero team in the ’90s
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“X-Men ’97” finds its roots in its predecessor, “X-Men: The Animated Series,” which debuted in 1992 at a time when Professor Xavier’s mutants were riding a wave of massive popularity. In fact, the comic “X-Men” #1, released in 1991, became a sensation, selling over eight million copies. That same year, Rob Liefeld and Fabian Nicieza’s “X-Force” #1 was no slouch either, achieving stunning success with over five million sales. The resonance of these stories is palpable, continuing to captivate audiences decades later.
A continuation of the New Mutants, the X-Force prided itself as the edgier version of the X-Men (with a lot more pockets and weapons). The team wasn’t composed of villains or antiheroes, but rather preferred to use excessive force when dealing with adversaries and problems. As a result, X-Force became popular in its own right and developed a fanbase, while its leader, Cable, also popped up in a few episodes of “X-Men: The Animated Series.”
Now, in “X-Men ’97” Season 2, the influential group finally gets its time to shine, even if it isn’t the same team that debuted in the pages of “X-Force” #1. Maybe a spin-off animated show is exactly what the doctor ordered, especially considering how most of the X-Force was eliminated from “Deadpool 2.”
Red Sox’s Willson Contreras confronts fan following ejection in dramatic encounter
Boston Red Sox standout Willson Contreras reportedly invited a fan to a fight after an altercation resulted in his ejection from the game against the Washington Nationals on Tuesday.
The exchange began when a fan boldly posted on a Red Sox fan Instagram account, calling Contreras names and claiming, “Wilson Contreras is a p—y. And I’m a die-hard Sox fan.” In response, Contreras appeared to challenge the fan in a fiery reply.
“Come meet me at Fenway,” Contreras allegedly wrote in a comment, which has since been removed.
The heated comment emerged on a post that featured a video clip of Contreras being ejected during Boston’s 8-1 defeat on home turf against the Nationals.
The ejection incident unfolded in the fourth inning when Cade Cavalli struck out Contreras and provocatively told the first baseman to “sit down, boy.”
Contreras appeared to ask if Cavalli was talking to him, then walked towards the pitcher as the dugouts and bullpens cleared.
“I don’t know. I’m Venezuelan. I don’t know if it’s racist or not,” Contreras told MassLive after the game. “But I’ll let MLB handle that.”
Boston catcher Carlos Narvaez tried to hold Contreras back but something sparked the Venezuelan to once again sprint toward the group of players, eventually removing his helmet and throwing it toward Cavalli.
Contreras, Red Sox outfielder Nate Eaton, interim Red Sox manager Chad Tracy and Nationals pitcher Miles Mikolas were ejected.
Cavalli was not.
Tension between the two players started in the first inning when the two brushed into each other on the way back to thier dugouts.
The ejection marks the second in two nights for Contreras, who was tossed from Monday’s game for tapping his helmet to challenge a call that was not challengeable.
“I feel like everything’s against me right now,” Contreras said. “Got ejected (Monday) night for nothing. I got ejected today even though I was walking back to the dugout. And that’s why I’m not gonna say much — because, like I said, if I say something, they’re gonna use it against me.”
Tennessee GOP Senators Demand Investigation into Execution Mishap
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — A letter, penned by eight Republican senators, has been sent to Governor Bill Lee, urging an independent investigation into the abortive execution attempt of death row inmate Tony Carruthers. This review is requested to ensure transparency before any further death sentences are carried out in the state.
“As staunch supporters of the death penalty, we feel compelled to express our grave concerns regarding the botched execution of Tony Von Carruthers, dated May 21, 2026,” stated the senators in their communication. They emphasized the necessity for full transparency and accountability from the Department of Correction concerning this incident.
On May 21, Governor Lee intervened to postpone Carruthers’ execution. The decision followed reports from the Tennessee Department of Correction, which revealed that medical personnel were unable to locate a vein suitable for a backup IV line. This was a pivotal procedure in executing Carruthers, who was sentenced for a triple murder committed in Memphis in 1994.
The lawmakers condemned the failed execution attempt, describing it as a significant lapse in the state’s responsibility to enact the legal sentences determined by its courts.
Sen. Joey Hensley (R-Hohenwald), one of the lawmakers who signed the letter, told News 2 he wants to know how the state selected the medical personnel tasked with administering the lethal injection, their certifications, and whether they were qualified to perform the procedures the protocol requires.
“Being a physician myself, I understand that IV access is not always easy, and some people, they may be dehydrated, they may have veins that have collapsed, or they may have a lot of issues, but certainly 12 attempts at IV access is just unacceptable,” Hensley said. “Certainly, something was amiss at that last execution attempt. Whether they didn’t obtain qualified medical personnel or what the issue was, we’re just asking them to look into the process.”
The letter also calls for any issues discovered to be corrected before the next execution, which is scheduled for Aug. 13, and for the findings to be made public.
“We raise these concerns not in opposition to the death penalty but in defense of it—out of respect for the rule of law, the verdicts of Tennessee juries, and the families still awaiting justice,” the letter concludes.
Some anti-death penalty advocates told Nexstar’s News 2 they hope the letter encourages the governor to take action to ensure what happened during Carruthers’ execution attempt never happens again.
“There is concern among conservatives about government overreach and lack of accountability and transparency, because when you have a secrecy like this, it allows for problems to go unaddressed,” Stacy Rector, executive director of Tennesseans for Alternatives to the Death Penalty, said.
“Twice now under Governor Lee’s tenure, we have had a situation where a family has been in the in the witness room at an execution and have had to leave without that execution having taken place because of problems that should have and could have been addressed much sooner if the TDOC and the state were being transparent about what is going on,” Rector continued. “I think that is what is at the heart of what these lawmakers are asking. They’re asking for transparency and accountability from the state government.”
Hensley said lawmakers have not yet received a response from the governor.
News 2 reached out to the governor’s office and TDOC for comment, but had not heard back by the time this article was published.
Tragic Discovery: Dozens of Dogs Found Dead at Animal Rescue, Some Fatally Shot as Investigation Continues
Authorities uncovered a grim scene involving over 100 deceased dogs, many showing evidence of gunshot wounds, during an investigation into a California animal rescue accused of abuse and deception.
Executing a search warrant at Miranda’s Rescue in Fortuna, deputies from the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office made this shocking discovery on Thursday.
Sheriff William Honsal described the findings as a “horrific scene,” where investigators unearthed 117 canine remains, multiple skulls, countless bones, and six stray microchips from various excavation sites on the property, according to an official release.
Investigators in California unearthed the remains of 117 dogs at a rescue facility. This discovery took place amid an investigation into accusations of animal cruelty and fraudulent activities at the site. (AP Images: Lost Coast Outpost)
The warrant empowered investigators to search the grounds and buildings associated with Miranda’s Rescue and Shannon Miranda for proof of alleged cruelty and fraud, authorizing the excavation of open fields thought to be mass graves for the dogs.
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Dozens of the unearthed dog bodies appeared to be in varying states of decomposition. X-ray results revealed several dogs showed evidence of bullet fragments, deputies say.
Investigators also discovered an area inside a barn on the property where they believe the dogs were killed. More than 600 dog collars were recovered from that same location.
Deputies are investigating an animal rescue in Fortuna, California where more than 100 remains of dogs were discovered. (AP Images: Lost Coast Outpost)
Currently, no charges have been filed. However, the sheriff’s office said, “If there is sufficient evidence to support violations of animal cruelty, fraud, or other applicable laws, the case will be submitted to the prosecution team for review and consideration of criminal charges.”
The Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office is investigating Miranda’s Rescue in California, where the remains of 117 dog bodies were found. (Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office)
In a recent public statement posted to the rescue’s website, founder Shannon Miranda said in part:
“Allegations made without a full understanding of the circumstances can harm not only my reputation but also the future of an organization that has served this community for decades. At Miranda’s Rescue, our mission is to save as many animals as we safely can—always balancing compassion for animals with our responsibility to protect families, children, other pets, and the public.”
Miranda’s Rescue in Fortuna, California is under investigation for alleged animal cruelty and animal abuse. This is a screenshot of the rescue’s website. (Miranda’s Rescue website)
News Media has reached out to Miranda for comment.
The investigation is ongoing.