Abbie Cornish is nearly unrecognizable in the first images released from an upcoming biopic about the life of Anna Nicole Smith. A dramatic transformation The first-look photos show Cornish recreating one of Smith's memorable public appearances at the 2005 West Hollywood Pride Parade, featuring: Bleached blonde hair styled to match Smith's signature look. Glamorous makeup and wardrobe inspired by the late model and television personality. A recreation of Smith posing atop a v

The Cheetah Girls are making a comeback! Disney has announced The Cheetah Girls: Next Gen, the fourth film in the beloved franchise, more than two decades after the original movie premiered. Who's returning? Confirmed returning cast members include: Raven-Symoné as Galleria Adrienne Bailon-Houghton as Chanel Lynn Whitfield Sabrina Bryan Lori Alter At this time, Kiely Williams is not attached to the project. What's the story? The new film follows: Galleria and her daughter, Fa

Authorities are investigating after two children were found living in what officials described as deplorable conditions inside a home in Philadelphia. What investigators say According to police: Two children were located inside the residence. Investigators reported finding dead animals in the home. The living conditions prompted a joint investigation by the Philadelphia Police Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Officials have not released the ages of the chil

Families and friends are mourning the loss of two 22-year-old women from Pennsylvania who were killed in a crash on Route 55 over the weekend. What happened According to authorities: The crash occurred on Route 55 in South Jersey. Both women, who were 22 years old, died as a result of the collision. The circumstances surrounding the crash remain under investigation. Officials have not yet released all details regarding what led to the collision. Loved ones remember them Famil

Catherine, Princess of Wales surprised tennis fans by departing from a longstanding royal tradition during an early visit to The Championships, Wimbledon. A different way to watch Instead of taking her customary seat in the Royal Box on Centre Court, the Princess chose to spend part of her visit watching British players compete on the outside courts. The move allowed her to support homegrown talent in a more informal setting before later activities at the tournament. A notabl

Zaire Wade, the son of NBA Hall of Famer Dwyane Wade, has been arrested in California on multiple felony charges, according to authorities. Charges filed Police say Zaire Wade was arrested Sunday morning on suspicion of: Felony domestic violence Criminal threats False imprisonment Officials have not released further details about the alleged incident, and the investigation remains ongoing. Background Zaire Wade is known for his basketball career and is the son of three-time N

An Oklahoma woman is recovering after suffering severe hand injuries in a fireworks accident that resulted in the loss of multiple fingers. What happened According to reports: The woman was injured while handling fireworks in Oklahoma. The explosion caused traumatic injuries to her hand. She was taken to a hospital, where she received emergency medical treatment. Officials have not released additional details about the specific type of firework involved or the circumstances l

A sweeping overhaul of the U.S. federal student loan system took effect July 1, affecting roughly 43 million borrowers who collectively owe about $1.7 trillion in student debt. The changes alter repayment options, borrowing limits, and several loan programs. Key changes The SAVE repayment plan is ending. Borrowers enrolled in the Biden-era Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan will receive notices to transition to another repayment option. Many will have at least 90 days

Ice Cube is giving fans fresh updates on several long-awaited film sequels, revealing that multiple projects are actively moving forward. Last Friday Speaking with Entertainment Tonight backstage at the BET Awards, Ice Cube said Last Friday is still a priority and that work on the long-awaited sequel continues. The film would serve as the next chapter in the beloved Friday franchise, which began in 1995. 24 Jump Street Ice Cube also provided an update on 24 Jump Street, sayin

Soccer player Héctor Bello is grieving the loss of his wife, Andrea Bello, who reportedly died while protecting their young daughter during the powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela. A heartbreaking sacrifice According to Bello's emotional Instagram tribute: Andrea died during the earthquakes that hit Venezuela on June 25. She reportedly shielded the couple's 20-month-old daughter, Alana, saving her life. Bello described his wife as his family's "favorite hero." An emoti

A man from Orange County has become the ninth person executed in Florida this year, continuing the state's active use of the death penalty. What happened According to officials: The inmate was executed following his conviction for a capital murder case. The execution was carried out under Florida's established legal procedures. He is the ninth person executed in the state this year, one of the highest totals among U.S. states. Background The execution followed: Years of appea

A phone scam took an unexpected turn when a fraudster posing as a law enforcement officer unknowingly called a real police captain. What happened According to the report: A scammer called a man claiming to be a sheriff's department captain. The caller falsely claimed the man had missed jury duty and faced legal consequences. The scammer demanded $2,400 to supposedly resolve the issue and avoid arrest. The conversation lasted about 20 minutes. What the scammer didn't realize w

The man charged in connection with his wife's death at Angels Landing has died from what authorities say were self-inflicted injuries before he could make his first scheduled court appearance. What happened According to authorities: The suspect had been arrested and charged with murder in the death of his wife. Before his initial court appearance, he sustained self-inflicted injuries. He later died from those injuries. The investigation The criminal case stemmed from the deat

A 13-year-old boy caused a brief shutdown at Disneyland after exiting his ride vehicle during a moving attraction on June 21. What happened According to reports: The teen climbed out of his ride vehicle on Tiana’s Bayou Adventure The incident happened before the ride had finished A cast member immediately stopped the attraction The ride was temporarily paused to ensure the guest’s safety and reset operations. Safety concerns Disney cast members are trained to respond quickly

As international visitors travel across the United States for the World Cup, many are discovering uniquely American foods and sharing their reactions online—with ranch dressing emerging as one of the biggest surprises. What's Going Viral? Fans from around the world have been posting videos and photos trying classic American foods, including: Ranch dressing Buffalo wings Barbecue Cheeseburgers Diner food Sweet tea Giant fountain drinks For many visitors, ranch dressing has bec

A unique Father’s Day program brought incarcerated fathers from Rikers Island together with their children for a special museum visit, offering a rare moment of family connection behind bars. What happened According to reports: Inmates from Rikers Island were granted a supervised outing Fathers were reunited with their children for a museum visit The event was part of a special partnership aimed at strengthening family bonds Purpose of the program Organizers say the initiativ

Madonna is speaking out about the collapse of her long-anticipated biopic project, while also revealing she is now shifting her life story into a new format at Netflix. What happened to the biopic In a recent Interview Magazine conversation, Madonna explained that: Her planned biopic was ultimately scrapped The film had been set to star Julia Garner A budget dispute with Universal Studios contributed to the project falling apart The studio retained rights to the original scri

Severe weather across parts of the Southern United States has triggered dangerous flash flooding after the remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur dumped extreme amounts of rain. What happened According to reports: Heavy rainfall produced 15 to 20 inches of rain in some areas The system, formerly Tropical Storm Arthur, moved through the region and stalled Rapid flooding led to multiple flash flood emergencies Impact on communities The intense rainfall has caused: Hundreds of homes

Podcaster and author Bunnie Xo is addressing her split from country star Jelly Roll for the first time, sharing emotional details and revealing that the pair remain closely connected despite their breakup. What she said On a recent episode of her podcast Dumb Blonde, Bunnie Xo shared that: Keeping the breakup private “has been hell” She felt relief once the news became public Despite the separation, the two remain very close friends She also described Jelly Roll as her “best

EGOT winner and Chicago native Jennifer Hudson delivered a powerful opening performance at the ceremony for the Obama Presidential Center. About the performance At the event, Jennifer Hudson: Kicked off the opening ceremony with a live performance Paid tribute through music at the historic event Brought an emotional and high-energy start to the celebration Event context The performance took place during the opening celebration of the Obama Presidential Center, which: Honors t