Monthly Archives: August 2026

The recent outbreak of a foodborne illness caused by a microscopic parasite does not seem to be slowing down. If anything, it’s seemingly ramping up. Furthermore, there are now two reported deaths from it, the first known ones. The illness, which causes severe gastrointestinal symptoms such as explosive diarrhea, is called cyclosporiasis. The parasite responsible […]

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A Rhode Island man was recently arrested for his alleged role in a double shooting. 19-year-old Tyquan Johnson was arrested by the US Marshals fugitive task force. At a Virginia apartment complex last Wednesday (July 29). He was taken in for his alleged involvement in a double shooting, according to  the Newport Police Department. But […]

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The 24-year-old wide receiver told the team about his sudden decision, which came only a week into training camp. 

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One thing about Morgan Wallen… he knows how to make a headline, whether it’s always intentional or not… We all know about his many public snafus, of which there are many, and this tour was absolutely no different… in fact, I think it might be the the most headline-grabbing one he’s done yet in terms of news coming out of each weekend. Of course, Morgan is pretty polarizing so sometimes the media can’t help but find something to write about […]

The post From Flying Phones To Flipping Pianos: The Wildest Moments From Morgan Wallen’s Epic 2026 ‘Still The Problem Tour’ first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Courtesy of KFC and Oreo, a new dessert concoction has hit supermarket shelves. Over the years, Oreo has introduced several wild flavors that stray away from its beloved original cookie sandwich, including Fruit Punch, Pumpkin Spice, Waffles and Syrup, Limeade, Candy Cane, and Mint. Oreo has practically sandwiched every known flavor between its two cookies, […]

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Tate McRae finally decided to address the absurd backlash she received from her own fans after she collaborated with Morgan Wallen on his I’m The Problem album. Last year, when it was discovered that the pop star was working on a song with the country music superstar, many quickly labeled her as “MAGA Barbie” and condemned the Canadian singer for associating herself with Morgan Wallen. McRae has a knack for riling up her own insufferable fanbase, and teaming up with the […]

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Should have been done a long time ago. If you’ve been to Broadway in Nashville lately you know what a madhouse it’s become. With an estimated 15 million visitors per year to the famous strip, it can be a nightmare to even walk down the street – much less drive. That nightmare turned into a tragedy over the weekend when an 87-year-old driver ran a red light as pedestrians were crossing Broadway, killing one and injuring three others. The incident […]

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Attendees of this concert at Boston’s Fenway Park probably came home with more than a song in their hearts and some swag on their backs. 

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Round two coming soon? After a huge 2025, which included scoring his first #1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart with “High Road” and capturing iHeart Radio’s #1 country song of 2025 with the track, it was clear that 2026 was primed to be a huge year for Koe Wetzel. He’d start the year by teasing a new album with the simple caption, “Ready for this new chapter to start.” The “February 28, 2016” singer would then follow that up with […]

The post Is Koe Wetzel Teasing Another Collab With Ella Langley? All Signs Point To Yes first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

A kid in Yellowstone National Park was recently in the sights of an angry bison… and barely escaped the creature when it started charging. Unfortunately, there’s an epidemic that hits Yellowstone every summer… and it seemingly only affects individuals who don’t have enough common sense to give wildlife personal space. We see it time and time (and time) again, and the latest example of tourists getting way too close for comfort to an animal involves a child. Obviously, that’s very […]

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