The abrupt suspension of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” has sparked a national debate over free expression, corporate caution, and regulatory power. ABC’s decision to cancel the show after Jimmy Kimmel’s comments about Charlie Kirk’s murder sparked a discussion about whether political pressure and pending business deals are changing broadcast television. The ban followed Kimmel’s speech, which…
This week, Republican Senator Ted Cruz termed FCC Chair Brendan Carr’s statements about pressuring ABC over Jimmy Kimmel’s remarks “dangerous as hell.” Cruz said on his podcast that a government official threatening regulatory action against a broadcaster was a big error, even when Kimmel’s comments outraged conservatives. The uproar began with Kimmel’s monologue attacking Republicans’…
A unexpected suspension of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” has sparked a nationwide discussion over free expression, corporate caution, and regulatory power. Following backlash over Jimmy Kimmel’s comments about conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s murder, ABC pulled the show from the air, sparking a discussion about whether political pressure and pending business deals are changing broadcast television. Kimmel…
Seaside Heights leaders want to reduce partying. Hotels.com ranked Ocean County fifth for US beach parties. This photo doesn’t reflect Seaside Heights’ current situation, say locals. Infuriated, Mayor Tony Vaz said the borough has struggled for over 10 years to quit being a party town. Vaz’s statement listed extinct companies, which was untrue. Hotels.com removed…
Wilbur’s Country Store in Warren County, New Jersey’s most famous general store, is still for sale. The store has served generations of Frelinghuysen locals and tourists in a 19th-century building on Route 94. Whoever buys the $728,000 property and preserves its culture determines its fate. Wilbur’s, one of the state’s remaining independent country stores, sells…
Petco plans to close 25 US stores by 2025, matching 2024’s total. Sales and shop performance fell, necessitating the decision. Experts say Petco’s action is part of its bigger effort to improve its operating strategy and profitability. Petco lost 2.3 percent in second-quarter net sales, earning $1.5 billion from its pet sector. Comparable store sales…
Rutgers lost 38-28 against Iowa at SHI Stadium in front of a record crowd, missing a Big Ten title. After their greatest Big Ten start, the Scarlet Knights entered the game confident and faced explosive offense and defensive failures. Rutgers trailed by three in the fourth quarter, but an interception won it for Iowa. Athan…
The North Carolina plane crash killed Grammy-winning country performer Brett James. He developed modern countrymusic. James, who authored Carrie Underwood’s “Jesus, Take the Wheel,” was one of three people died in a Macon County crash near Franklin Thursday afternoon. Officials confirmed this. His age was 57. The small plane crashed at 3 p.m., killing three,…
NJ Transit approved a $506.7 million contract to replace hundreds of its old buses, updating its public transportation system. The NJ Transit Board of Directors unanimously approved the contract to buy 286 New Flyer Industries buses. Rider reliability and phasing out older buses are the goals. Many 40-foot buses in use date back nearly two…
Breakdancing in silence to protest rising property taxes garnered attention for a Cranford, New Jersey candidate for municipal government. At a recent town hall meeting, Cranford Township Committee candidate Will Thilly, 51, stunned attendees by starting his public statement with a motion. He danced to the podium, backspinned, and posed serious tax questions before moonwalking…
