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Wordle Confuses Players With Two Different Answers on Wednesday: Here’s What Happened

Mar 31, 2022 05:13 AM EDT By Jess Smith

The popular online game Wordle, which gives players six chances to guess a five-letter word, has two different answers on March 30. Here's why.

Philadelphia 76ers, Boston Celtics Refuse to Confirm If All Players are Fully Vaccinated as Possibility of Play-offs in Toronto Increases

Mar 30, 2022 11:49 PM EDT By Jess Smith

When asked by ESPN if their teams are fully vaccinated, both the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers refused to comment, opening the possibility that both teams could potentially be missing players in road games of a first-round playoff series against the Toronto Raptors.

Bruce Willis to Take a Step Back From Acting Following Aphasia Diagnosis

Mar 30, 2022 10:03 PM EDT By Jess Smith

The prolific action-movie star Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with aphasia – a condition “impacting his cognitive abilities” – and will take a step back from acting, his former wife, Demi Moore, announced on Instagram Wednesday.

Woman Determined to Raise Latino Vaccination Rate in Colorado Partners With Local Health Agencies

Mar 30, 2022 08:17 AM EDT By Jess Smith

Colorado is struggling to vaccinate more of its Hispanic population, and a woman, who is a Latino community leader, is trying to change that.

HBO Max Is Developing Prequel Series to 'It' Film Franchise

Mar 30, 2022 05:04 AM EDT By Jess Smith

HBO Max is reportedly working on the prequel series of "It," the Stephen King cosmic horror story adapted into a highly-successful movie duology.

LeBron James-Less Lakers Drop to 11 in West Standings After Ugly Loss to Mavs, Now out of Play-in Picture

Mar 30, 2022 12:46 AM EDT By Jess Smith

The Los Angeles Lakers are now on the outside of the postseason picture after the Mavs completely dominated Tuesday's game for a 128-110 victory.

Avocado Prices Reach 24-year High in Aftermath of Mexico Import Ban

Mar 29, 2022 10:21 PM EDT By Jess Smith

Avocado prices have reached their highest in more than two decades due to tighter supply in Mexico, the world's largest exporter of the fruit, signaling pricier guacamole.

Brazil's Jair Bolsonaro Rushed to Hospital Due to Abdominal Discomfort

Mar 29, 2022 06:42 AM EDT By Jess Smith

Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro was taken to hospital for tests on Monday after feeling abdominal "discomfort."

How Will Smith’s Ex-Wife Sheree Zampino, Other Celebrities Reacted to 'Oscars Slap'

Mar 29, 2022 01:51 AM EDT By Jess Smith

Will Smith's ex-wife, Sheree Zampino, reportedly "skedaddled" from the Elton John AIDS Foundation Oscar Party after the actor slapped Chris Rock at the Oscars.

First Latina Justice Sworn to Office in California Supreme Court

Mar 28, 2022 10:46 PM EDT By Jess Smith

Governor Gavin Newsom swore in a San Diego appellate judge Monday to the California Supreme Court – the first Latina Justice to serve on the bench of on state’s highest court.

Miami Heat's Jimmy Butler, Udonis Haslem, Erik Spoelstra Get Into Heated Argument in Bad Loss to Golden State Warriors

Mar 24, 2022 01:04 AM EDT By Jess Smith

Things got heated between Miami Heat players Jimmy Butler and Udonis Haslem and coach Erik Spoelstra during Wednesday's loss against the Golden State Warriors.

MacKenzie Scott, Jeff Bezos' Ex-Wife, Reveals $4 Billion Donations: Here's Where She Gave Her Money

Mar 23, 2022 10:38 PM EDT By Jess Smith

Mackenzie Scott announced Wednesday that since June, she had donated more than $3.8 billion to 465 non-profit organizations.

Lorenzen Wright Murder Case Closed; Suspect Convicted 12 Years After NBA Player's Death

Mar 23, 2022 12:11 AM EDT By Jess Smith

Nearly 12 years after his death rocked the basketball world, the murder case of former NBA player Lorenzen Wright came to a close Monday when a Memphis jury convicted a Tennessee man.

Oklahoma, Texas Tornadoes Leave 1 Dead, 10 Injured; Here’s Where the Severe Weather Could Head Next

Mar 22, 2022 09:45 PM EDT By Jess Smith

At least three southern states are under a tornado watch Tuesday following an outbreak of twisters in Texas and Oklahoma on Monday night. The said tornadoes wreaked havoc, killing one person and injuring at least 10 others.

LeBron James Posts 38 Points, Triple-Double in Los Angeles Lakers Win Over Cleveland Cavaliers

Mar 22, 2022 01:40 AM EDT By Jess Smith

Los Angeles Lakers LeBron James got some major contributions from his teammates, particularly D.J. Augustin, during Monday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Autopsy of Driver in Car Wreck That Killed 9 Reveals Positive Results for Cocaine, PCP

Mar 21, 2022 10:42 PM EDT By Jess Smith

A Clark County autopsy report Monday shows that Gary Robinson, the 59-year-old motorist in a North Las Vegas multi-vehicle wreck that killed him and eight other people, had cocaine and PCP in his system, as well as some alcohol.

Bolivia Culture: 5 Weird Bolivian Customs That You May Not Know

Mar 19, 2022 06:00 PM EDT By Jess Smith

Bolivia has many bizarre customs or practices that baffle travelers due to the fusion of beliefs between indigenous religions and Spanish Catholicism.

Los Angeles Lakers Snap 11-Game Road Losing Streak After Win Against Toronto Raptors in Overtime Thriller

Mar 19, 2022 04:00 AM EDT By Jess Smith

A late 3-pointer by Avery Bradley gave the Los Angeles Lakers a lead on Friday night, finishing off one of the season's most improbable victories in Toronto.

Nearly 90% of Latin American Actors Experience Workplace Violence and Harassment, New Study Reveals

Mar 19, 2022 02:19 AM EDT By Jess Smith

Nearly 90 percent of surveyed performers across Latin American countries have experienced harassment and violence in the workplace, a new report shows.

Ariana DeBose Feared of Not Being 'Latina Enough' to Play Anita in 'West Side Story' Before Getting Role, Oscar Nomination

Mar 18, 2022 03:27 AM EDT By Jess Smith

Making an enduring impression on both audience and voters alike, Ariana DeBose's role as Anita in "West Side Story" is one of 2021's biggest success stories.

Marcus Smart Claims He Didn't Purposely Injure Stephen Curry; Draymond Green Agrees

Mar 17, 2022 10:11 PM EDT By Jess Smith

Marcus Smart is mounting to defend himself after taking heat for a potentially risky play on Stephen Curry. The Golden State Warriors star guard injured his foot during the second quarter of Wednesday night's 110-88 loss to the Boston Celtics when his leg got rolled on by Smart as the two wrestled for a loose ball.

LeBron James Net Worth: How Rich Is the Los Angeles Lakers Superstar?

Philadelphia Woman Becomes First Latina Priest in Episcopal Dioceses of Pennsylvania