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The Killers Drop ‘Bright Lights’ Single: Everything You Need to Know
The Killers have just dropped their latest single, “Bright Lights.” Watch the official music video below. This new track follows their 2023 greatest-hits album, Rebel Diamonds, which included popular songs like “Spirit” and “Your Side of Town.” While “Bright Lights” marks their first release of 2024, The Killers have been a dominant force on the festival circuit, headlining major events like Boston Calling and Governors Ball.
Top TV Shows and Movies Streaming This Weekend: August 9th to 11th
The Umbrella Academy’s Final Season (Netflix) In the fourth and final season of the superhero series The Umbrella Academy, the Hargreeves siblings find themselves in a new timeline where they no longer possess their powers. Despite this, they must confront new adversaries determined to erase them from existence.
LISTEN: BRAND NEW THREE DAYS GRACE “SO CALLED LIFE”
Three Days Grace is baaaaaaaaaaaack. It’s been almost 4 year since their last album. Today they dropped a brand new track, music video and annoucement about their next album.
Regina Karen triggered by some dancing in public
Regina has made it on the front page of Reddit! For all the wrong reasons. Someone got mad at some sweet dance moves happening downtown. CALL KEVIN BACON!? NO DANCING IN REGINA!!! The video has received almost 90,000 upvotes already on Reddit.
South Dakota expecting 250,000 for Motorcycle Rally
Organizers of South Dakota motorcycle rally are expecting over 250,000 people for the 80th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. They are expecting many bands including Buckcherry, Lit, 38 Special and more. Sturgis usually only has 7,000 residents year round, but come August they will have a quarter million. 6 in 10 of their residents wanted the event postponed. South Dakota has never issued a stay at home order. All the details here.
The Nine Lives of Ozzy Osbourne to Premiere
A&E will premiere ‘Biography: The Nine Lives Of Ozzy Osbourne’. On September 7th the new documentary will show Ozzy’s iconic life and career. The Doc has new interviews from Ozzy and his family (Sharon, Jack and Kelly) and other celbs like Marilyn Manson, Rob Zombie, Ice-T and more. A&E says the doc shows Ozzy’s childhood in poverty and his time in prison, to fronting Black Sabbath and his successful solo career. They will also touch on his reality TV show and more. Take a look at the sneak peek:
3 Doors Down To Release First New Song in Almost Five Years
3 Doors Down To Release First New Song in Almost Five Years 3 Doors Down announced they are releasing their first new song in almost five years. The new track is titled ‘Wicked Man’. They haven’t released new music since 2016. The band says it will be a song that a lot of people will be able to relate to. Maybe lockdown is going to get more backs to return? Only so many times you can go for a walk, might as well write new tunes.
Eddie Van Halen Selling His Cars
Eddie Van Halen Selling His Cars You can own a car from Eddie Van Halen’s collection. The cars are being sold by Stephen Becker Automotive Group. All the cars will also be signed by Eddie Van Halen. 1970 Chevrolet Nova for $100,000 US. 2016 Porsche 911 GT3 RS for $220,000 US and a 1947 Dodge COE “Stake-Bed” truck. If you have the dough, you can check out the listings here!
Chris Cornell’s Previously Unreleased Cover of Guns N’ Roses’ ‘Patience’
Chris Cornell’s Previously Unreleased Cover of Guns N’ Roses’ ‘Patience’ Today would have been Chris Cornell’s 56th Birthday. His estate an unreleased recording of GNR’s ‘Patience’ covered by Chris. Vicky Cornell said “His birthday seemed the perfect time to share this”. Take a listen below! VIDEO
Daft Punk Preview "Get Lucky" At Coachella
Festival goers at Cochella have gotten an early taste of Daft Punk’s newest album Random Access Memories. A projected video played Get Lucky to the crowd. The preview featured Pharrell Williams, Nile Rodgers, along side Daft Punk. The vibe on this track is irresistible, making this sought after album’s release date seem that much farther away. May 21st cannot come soon enough. Enjoy this jam to wash your worries away! VIDEO VIDEO
Refuse Fascism Opens the Door to Closing the Book on Trump/Pence
BY TRAVIS STEWART | With activists at the wheel and a diverse assortment of concerned citizens on board, the Refuse Fascism movement’s Nov. 4 march made the case for removing the current administration from office.
New to Netflix Canada: September 2017
September 1 Archer: Season 8 Assassin’s Creed Black Sea Chelsea: Season 2 – New Episodes Weekly Final Fantasy XIV Dad of Light: Season 1 Hidden Figures LEGO Elves: Secrets of Elvendale: Season 1 Little Evil Narcos: Season 3 Resurface Say Anything… Silence Stretch The B-Side: Elsa Dorfman’s Portrait Photography The Ice Storm The Last Shaman The Lost Brother The Squid & the Whale The Wiggles: Season 1 Timeless: Season 1 Who the F**K is that Guy Why Him?
Do you answer your door when the doorbell rings?
Do you answer your door when the doorbell rings? Do you answer your doorbell? Unless you are expecting friends or a delivery, what’s the point answering right? Turns out 54% of people said they don’t like answering the door when someone rings the doorbell. They’re slightly more likely to answer the door of they have security cameras or they can see who’s there. Peepholes are becoming our best friend. Knock Knock? *Crickets*
The Most Popular Dog Names Today
Here’s what is popular: 1) Games of Thrones Very popular right now. Two-thirds of dogs named after ‘Game of Thrones’ get names from House Stark’s direwolves. Including Grey Wind, Lady, Nymeria, Summer, Shaggydog and Ghost. 2) Coffee names are dying People are no longer naming their dogs after coffee. Kona and Mocha names have declined. 3) Sports/Athletes Big dogs usually get sports names. 20% of dogs named after athletes, teams or sports are 90 pounds or over.
Things We Won’t Give Up, Even If We’re Broke
Things We Won’t Give Up, Even If We’re Broke Even if you are completely broke, is there some things that you are NOT willing to give up? A new survey found Internet is the #1 thing we are not willing to give up even if we couldn’t afford it. Here’s the top 10: 1. Internet, 54% 2. Phone, 53% 3. Driving, 48% 4. Pets, 37% 5. Cable TV, 21% 6. Going out to eat, 19% 7. Traveling, 17% 8. College or education, 13% 9. Buying gifts for others, 13% 10. Alcohol, 11%
LISTEN: Taylor Swift sampled a 90’s one-hit-wonder in her new song
Does it sound familiar? It should! Taylor Swift and her producers used (with permission) ‘I’m Too Sexy’ from the 90’s: Yup! The guys from ‘Right Said Fred’ are even credited as song writers on the song: They were excited to hear Taylor used their track:
This New App Is Helping Parents
This New App Is Helping Parents Are your kids on their phone 24/7 but NEVER text you back? There’s an app for that! ReplyASAP will freeze your kids phone until they text you back. A parent came up with the app after his son would leave his phone on silent and ignore his text messages on a daily basis. The app takes over your child’s phone screen and rings an alarm until the message is opened and replied to. It will even ring on silent mode.
The Things People Lie About On Their Resume
The Things People Lie About On Their Resume Need a job? Well, turns out to get a job people are lying on their resume. A survey asked people and 46% of American workers know someone who lied on their resumé. Here are the four most common resumé lies… 1. Job Experience, 76% of people lied about jobs they have had. 2. Job Duties – 55%. So they aren’t lying about having ajob, just the tasks they did at the job. 3. Their Education, 33%. 4. Their employment dates, 26%.
The 10 Rudest Things People Do At Restaurants
The 10 Rudest Things People Do At Restaurants Eating out can be a great experience. Delicious food, food brought to you and best part… you don’t have to cook. But what do you find to be RUDE at a restaurant? A new survey asked ‘what’s the rudest thing people do at restaurants’ and here are the top 10 responses: 1. Snapping their fingers at a server. 2. Being loud and rowdy. 3. Letting their kids watch videos loudly on a phone. 4. Blowing their nose at the table. 5. Texting at the table. 6.
LISTEN: Solar Eclipse Viewing Playlist
LISTEN: Solar Eclipse Viewing Playlist It’s here! We have been waiting 38 years for another eclipse to happen… and it’s finally here! Viewing parties will be taking place all over the country. Here is when in Winnipeg when you can expect the eclipse: (Fingers crossed rain and clouds stay away!) Start: 11:40:10 AM Maximum eclipse: 12:57:32 PM End: 2:15:46 PM If you need to listen to some music while you watch the eclipse, here are a few tracks that suit the occasion.
Brother grilled his sisters first date and made sure he was a good guy
Sisters first date so I had to regulate and do my brotherly duties. pic.twitter.com/TJ7RRSHgR4 Well done! People on Twitter are loving it also.
The Five Most Annoying Things Bad Drivers Do
The Five Most Annoying Things Bad Drivers Do HONK! HONK! OUT OF MY WAY! A recent survey asked people to name what annoyed them the most on the road. I think we can all agree to this list. 1. 62% of people were annoyed with people NOT using turn signals. 2. 59% said driving slow in the fast lane. 3. 56% said tailgating. 4. 55% said using your phone. 5. 43% were annoyed with people throwing trash out the window. Deep breaths…. we can get through this.
An expensive bottle of wine can trick the brain to think it tastes better
In the study participants tasted wine under an MRI scanner. Each time they were handed the exact same wine but were told different prices for each glasses. The MRI scanner says when the participants were told they were drinking a more expensive wine it tasted better than the cheaper one. So… just buy your guests an $8 bottle and tell them its more expensive.
An expensive bottle of wine can trick the brain into believing it tastes better
In the study participants tasted wine under an MRI scanner. Each time they were handed the exact same wine but were told different prices for each glasses. The MRI scanner says when the participants were told they were drinking a more expensive wine it tasted better than the cheaper one. So… just buy your guests an $8 bottle and tell them its more expensive.
Top ‘side jobs’ to make extra cash on the side
Top ‘side jobs’ to make extra cash on the side You may have a day job, but do you do anything on the side to make a little extra cash? Turns out a lot of people have a lot of people have a ‘side job’. Here are the top side jobs: 1. Taking paid surveys 2. Babysitting 3. Cooking or baking and selling it 4. Dog walking 5. Blogging 6. House sitting 7. DJing 8. Bartending Now you know how to make some extra cash!
This is the perfect amount of time to dunk an Oreo
This is the perfect amount of time to dunk an Oreo How long do you dunk an Oreo? Dunk it too long and it’s soggy. Don’t dunk it long enough and it doesn’t get any milk. It’s a question that has caused family arguments, and may have kept you up late at night thinking about this hard hitting issue. The University of Bristol did scientific studies and discovered the PERFECT amount of time to dunk an Oreo. 1 Second – Oreos absorbed 50% of their potential liquid. 2 Seconds – Oreos absorbed 80%.
Kissing your ‘owie’ might actually make it feel better
Kissing your ‘owie’ might actually make it feel better Remembering growing up and falling off your bike and getting an ‘owie’. The best doctor was your parent when they kissed your ‘boo-boo’ better. Well, they were actually on to something. Science is here to back it up. Experts say it could actually speed up the healing process. Saliva can boost recovery, which is why cuts in your mouth heal quicker. The University of Chile discovered saliva increased blood vessel formation.
This iPhone Hack Will Make Your Speakers Louder
Well, luckily their is an iPhone hack you can try! Somebody on twitter discovered this little trick and it seems to make a difference! 3 simple steps in your settings can make your iPhone speaker sound louder. So you can have late night dance parties. Go to Settings > Music. EQ > Late Night. That’s it! Now, this won’t make it sound like you have an bluetooth speaker. But, it defiantly makes a difference! Last night I gave it a go, and it seemed to work very well.
What to buy/not to buy in August
1. Back-to-school supplies. Back-to-school supplies are already on store shelves. August is a great month to buy them. You beat the rush, might score a few deals and you will have the best selection at the beginning of August before it’s picked over. 2. Outdoor items. Patio furniture, lawn gardening items, lawn mowers… this is a great time to buy them. Right now stores are making room for fall and winter products, so you may score a sweet deal. 3. Summer clothes.
The Top 10 Best Stephen King Movies
The Top 10 Best Stephen King Movies Stephen King has a new movie in theaters this weekend. ‘The Dark Tower’ opens up today and ‘It’ will be released in a month. To mark the occasion, Rolling Stone Magazine ranked Stephen King’s 30 movies from BEST to WORST. Take a look at the top 10: 1. “Carrie”, 1976. VIDEO 2. “Misery”, 1990. VIDEO 3. “The Dead Zone”, 1983. VIDEO 4. “Stand By Me”, 1986. VIDEO 5. “The Shining”, 1980. VIDEO Rounding out the top 10: 6. “The Shawshank Redemption”, 1994. 7.
The Filthiest Thing in Your House
The Filthiest Thing in Your House Well… this is no secret, every home is full of bacteria and germs. But what is the filthiness item in your home? Surprisingly, it’s not in your bathroom. A study out of Germany says your kitchen sponge is the filthiness item in your entire house. Many people microwave their sponge to kill germs. But, I have bad news about that. The study says microwaving it actually makes things worse. But don’t worry, most of the bacteria isn’t necessarily bad for you.
Talking to yourself relieves stress
Talking to yourself relieves stress Have you ever been busted talking to yourself? No need to feel embarrassed. Go ahead and talk to yourself! A new study says talking to yourself is a GREAT stress reliever! The University of Michigan showed people threatening pictures and then asked them to give 1st and 3rd person descriptions. Turns out when they talked 3rd person they had lower emotional experiences. So go ahead! Talk away. Maybe don’t do it on public transit, you may get some weird looks.
One in eight young people have never seen a cow in their life
One in eight young people have never seen a cow in their life Mooooo! Sure you know that’s a cow, but have you ever seen one? Ok… first of all, this is a UK study so it may be a little off for Canadians. One in eight people in this UK study say they have NEVER seen a cow in real life. Most have spotted a cow on TV or in a book. But 12% of 18-24 year-olds say they have never actually seen a cow. 42% said they lack ‘countryside’ knowledge. 18% also admitted they have never left the city they live in.
Blowing out birthday candles increases cake bacteria by 1400%
Researchers at Clemson University had people eat pizza (which is a staple at many birthdays) and then had them blow on icing. After blowing on the icing, bacteria went up 1400%. The researchers said not to worry, most of the bacteria left on the cake is harmless. Unless if this is your guest… But, let’s be honest. Almost everything has bacteria at birthday parties. Band-aids in the pool, people sharing ‘party blowers’, that one kid that never washes their hands…. yeah…. so…. Happy Birthday!
8 things that make the PERFECT job
Do you enjoy your job? What if your job had some sweet perks? A survey asked people what would make the perfect job situation. Turns out we want to work less, dress down and be paid well. Not to much to ask for, is it?
[VIDEO] Justin Bieber Hits A Photographer With His Truck
[VIDEO] Justin Bieber Hits A Photographer With His Truck Justin Bieber left a church event last night in Beverly hills and hit a paparazzi photographer. He scrambled in his vehicle while dozens of paparazzi photographers surrounded his truck and snapped photos. As he was pulling away, he hit the man. Bieber rushed to the photographers side asking him if he needed anything. Bieber stayed by his side for 10 minutes until paramedics and police arrived.
Money CAN buy you happiness, if you hire a housekeeper
According to the study, buying time will actually make you happier than buying possessions. Hiring a housekeeper to free up some time reduces stress and leads to increased life satisfaction. This applies to people of all incomes, not just the rich. Majority of people in this survey said they could hire help around the house, but instead don’t out of guilt. People feel guilty spending money on things they could do themselves. So put down the mop, and hire some help…. or make your spouse or kids clean.
Dog Owners Take More Pictures of Their Pet Than Their Spouse
Dog Owners Take More Pictures of Their Pet Than Their Spouse Who do you take more pictures of? Your spouse or your dog? A study by Rover says 65% of dog owners take more pictures of their dog than their significant other. Let’s be honest, your dog will probably get more likes on Facebook. 50% of those survived also said it was harder to leave their dog for a week than their human counterpart. True, you can’t call your dog on the phone while you are away.
People Are Uncomfortable With Public Displays of Affection
How do you feel about public displays of affection? A study by Buzzfeed shows where people stand. There is a line for most, and maybe sometimes you should leave some levels of affection at home.
Manitoba Woman Donates her Ed Sheeran Tickets to Sick Boy
A woman decided to spread some positive vibes this past weekend by donating her sold out Ed Sheeran tickets. Jayde Penton from Thompson, Manitoba read a tweet by the Children’s Hospital asking for tickets for a patient who really wanted to go to the show. Jayde had seen Ed Sheeran previously when he opened up for Taylor Swift back in 2013. So, she decided to spread the love and give up her chance to see Ed for the second time.
How Much Time We Waste At Work
How Much Time We Waste At Work A new study says we waste 98 minutes a day at work. Â 56 minutes of that is spent on our phones, the other 42 minutes is on personal tasks. Â Add it up, we are wasting an entire workday each week. Here are the top six things we use our phones for when we’re at work… 1) Checking non-work e-mails. 2) Browsing Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and social media. 3) Checking out sports websites. 4) Playing games 5) Online shopping.
Top 10 TV’s Highest-paid Entertainers in 2017
Top 10 TV’s Highest-paid Entertainers in 2017 You probably watch at least one of these stars on a weekly basis. But the question, who is making the most cash on the small screen? Forbes released a list of the top 10 highest paid TV entertainers. Take a look: 1. Dr. Phil McGraw, $79 million (talk-show host, personality, producer). 2. Ellen DeGeneres, $77 million (talk-show host, personality, producer). 3. Jerry Seinfeld, $69 million (comedian, sitcom star). 4.
The Top 10 Most Banned Wedding Dance Songs
It’s wedding season. Time to grab a drink, put on the dancing shoes and embarrassingly show your friends and family your sweet moves. Everyone has those songs that they love to dance to, but what are those songs people HATE to dance to. The website ‘FiveThirtyEight’ asked their listeners what are those songs they want banned from their wedding playlist. Now, these aren’t technically bad songs. But these are songs you hear at every wedding and might be called ‘overplayed, cliché and perhaps cheesy’.
‘Chocolate Snorting’ is the latest new trend
‘Chocolate Snorting’ is the latest new trend Would you snort chocolate? Coca Loka is a ‘snort-able’ chocolate powder. It’s made by an Orlando-company that is marketing it as a drug-free way to get a buzz. Coca Loka will set you back $24.99 for a 10 pack. The chocolate will give you a buzz that lasts 30 to 60 minutes. They describe it almost as an energy drink. Ingredients are similar to what you find in an energy drink. Is snorting chocolate safe? Well, you might want to hold up on that.
Winnipeg is Crowned the ‘Slurpee Capital of the World’ for the 18th Consecutive Year
Next Tuesday (7/11) is 7-Eleven Day, being the ‘Slurpee Capital of the World’ we will be celebrating in the city. If you pop by 7-Eleven at 119 Salter Street you can down some Slurpees and celebrate. The world’s largest Slurpee (711 liters) will be on display, and the Mr. Slurpee mascot will be hanging out. They will also have live music, activities and free Slurpees! Way to go Winnipeg! We need a sign coming into the city to commemorate this. ‘Brain Freeze Capital of the World’ also works.
90’s Flashback: Frosted tips are making a comeback
90’s Flashback: Frosted tips are making a comeback 90’s style is already back! You never know what is going to come back in style. Most recently, people have decided ‘frosted tips’ are cool once again. Yup, time to break out your plastic cap, crochet needles and a box of cheap hair dye. Seriously, out of all the 90’s trends why FROSTED TIPS!? We could have had slap bracelets, overalls with one strap, mood rings….. but no, FROSTED. TIPS are back. By all the posts on Twitter, it has mixed reactions.
New to Netflix Canada: July 2017
It’s July long weekend! Time to celebrate this glorious country, kick off summer and spend quality time with friends. You could also just hibernate and watch these new Netflix additions.
Some people think ‘Justin Beaver’ is the name of a pop star
Some people think ‘Justin Beaver’ is the name of a pop star You hear him on the radio every day. He sells out arenas around the world. He has won a Grammy. He has sold over 100 million records… but wait…. what’s his name? Justin B…. Justin Beaver? I mispronounced "Justin Bieber" and instead said "Justin Beaver" and all I thought was.. I wonder if anyone has made beaver memes yet & then pic.twitter.com/ugrrla6HF4 — Stephanie Iniguez (@steph_alexaa) November 16, 2016 Yes.
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