Thursday, June 26, 2025 — Edition: #7982
Here’s More Bull Roar!
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BS SHOW BIZ BUZZ:
★ In a stunning move, the day before closing arguments in the Sean “Diddy” Combs sex trafficking and racketeering case, prosecutors informed the judge they will no longer pursue theories that the hip-hop mogul was involved in attempted arson and attempted kidnapping, according to a letter submitted to the court. The racketeering conspiracy still alleges Combs was involved in transportation for purposes of prostitution, witness tampering, bribery, and drug-related offenses. Prosecutors rested their case Tuesday after calling 34 witnesses. The defense rested without calling any witnesses. Combs chose not to testify in his defense.
-TMZ, CNN
★ Brad Pitt has confirmed he’ll be reprising his role as ‘Cliff Booth’ from “Once Upon A Time In Hollywood” in a new film for Netflix. Pitt starred as the stuntman for Leonardo DiCaprio’s alter ego, faded Western star ‘Rick Dalton’, in Quentin Tarantino’s 2019 comedy-drama which is set in Los Angeles in 1969, as the Manson Family murders loom. He’ll be back as Booth for the new movie which was written by Tarantino, but will be directed by “Zodiac” filmmaker David Fincher. Shooting starts next month.
-Bang!
★ Johnny Knoxville, known for his outrageous stunts on “Jackass”, has signed on to host “Fear Factor: The Next Chapter” for Fox. The show will feature strangers facing mind-blowing stunts and social strategy challenges in a remote location. Casting is open for participants from the U.S. and Canada aged 18 and up. Knoxville’s fearless entertainment style makes him a good fit for the show, set to premiere in Fox’s 2025-2026 season.
-iHeart
★ The Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation has named actor/producer Kate Hudson its 2025 Pioneer of the Year. She’ll be the guest of honor at the foundation’s annual fundraising dinner at the Beverly Hilton on October 8. Lisa Bunnell, the President of Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation, said: “Kate Hudson’s influence extends beyond her outstanding contributions to the motion picture business. Her commitment to philanthropy and social causes inspires audiences everywhere to be active in their communities and support each other in times of need.”
-TheWrap
★ “White Lotus” star Walton Goggins and sandwich chain Jimmy John’s have announced a new partnership that is part delicious sandwich, part bodice-ripping beach read. The announcement reads: “Now you can have the ultimate beach sandwich AND the ultimate beach read. Order using promo code BEACHREAD to unlock a steamy audiobook narrated by Walton Goggins. Part 1 of “The Blade & the Brine drops July 1 — straight to your email.” Yes, it sounds like a joke, but there’s even a trailer for The Blade and the Brine, featuring the “Righteous Gemstones” star. LINK: https://tinyurl.com/2kpxhss7
-Parade
TODAY’S SHOW BIZ SKED:
• “Jimmy Kimmel Live” (ABC/Global): Emma Stone, Heidi Klum, Dolores Huerta, guest host Diego Luna
• “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” (NBC/CTV): Jeremy Allen White
• “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” (CBS/Global): TBA
• “Late Night with Seth Meyers” (NBC/CTV): Mariska Hargitay, Jacob Soboroff, Mike Drucker
• “After Midnight” (CBS/Global): Lennon Parham, Tim Baltz, Chris Fleming (R)
• “Watch What Happens Live” (Bravo): Charlize Theron, Henry Golding
• “The View” (ABC/CTV): Mariska Hargitay
• “Today” (NBC): Mariska Hargitay, Jameela Jamil, Maria Shriver co-hosts
• “GMA3” (ABC): Priyanka Chopra-Jonas
• “Live with Kelly and Mark” (ABC/CTV): Scarlett Johansson, Jeffrey Wright
• “The Kelly Clarkson Show” (Check local listings): Jimmy Fallon, Melissa Rivers, Sierra Hull (R)
• “The Drew Barrymore Show” (Check local listings): Gabriel Iglesias, Julia Schlaepfer (R)
• “Jennifer Hudson Show” (Check local listings): Andrea Bocelli (R)
• “CMA Fest” (ABC): Recorded during the music fest in Nashville, performers include: Trace Adkins, Jason Aldean, Kelsea Ballerini, Dierks Bentley and Brooks & Dunn; Cody Johnson and Ashley McBryde host.
• “Human Footprint” (PBS): Season 2 premiere
• “Welcome to Wrexham” (FX): Season 4 finale
• “The First 48” (A&E): When a popular young man is executed in broad daylight, Tulsa Homicide struggles to understand why one teen would kill another in cold blood.
BS MUSIC NOTES:
• Katy Perry – has again been seen without her engagement ring in Australia, despite recently reuniting with fiancé Orlando Bloom. Rumors that the couple’s relationship is on the rocks continue to swirl. They began dating in 2016 and got engaged in 2019, but sources claim the pair have been “growing apart” in recent months, with rising “tensions” and “clashing schedules”.
• BTS — As fans wait for them to make their comeback, they can watch a tribute to themselves. The documentary “FOREVER WE ARE YOUNG”, focusing on the K-pop supergroup’s rabid fandom — known as ARMY — will hit theaters worldwide on July 30.
• Brandy and Monica — have announced their first-ever co-headlining “The Boy Is Mine” tour, featuring special guests Kelly Rowland, Muni Long and “American Idol” winner Jamal Roberts. The R&B titans will hit the road for a 24-city arena tour kicking off in Cincinnati on Oct. 16.
• OneRepublic – They’ve been scoring hits since 2007, and now, they’re finally putting out a best-of compilation. “OneRepublic: The Collection” arrives Aug. 15 digitally, on CD and a number of different vinyl variations. The group will launch an extensive tour of the UK and Europe in September.
• Billy Joel — Part one of the 2-part doc “Billy Joel: And So It Goes” will debut July 18 on HBO, with part two out July 25. The film, directed by Susan Lacy and Jessica Levin, centers around an exclusive interview with Joel, and features never-before-seen performances, home movies and personal photographs, along with interviews with those who played an important part in his life and career.
• Simple Minds – They’re celebrating the 40th anniversary of their hit album “Once Upon a Time” with a reissue of the record that will include new versions of their iconic hit ‘Don’t You (Forget About Me)’. The 5-disc deluxe edition will also include B-sides, single and extended mixes, and a live performance recorded in Paris in 1986.
• Kacey Musgraves – She and Reneé Rapp are among the headliners for Canada’s first “All Things Go” music festival. The U.S. festival expands to Toronto this fall with Rapp topping the Oct. 4 lineup and Musgraves closing the weekend on Oct. 5. Also on the bill throughout the weekend are Noah Cyrus, Remi Wolf, Ravyn Lenae and Role Model, with Charlotte Cardin appearing as a special guest.
• Cody Johnson — had to break up a fight at his San Antonio show over the weekend. Video shows him pausing his performance of ‘God Bless America’ to speak to the audience, saying: “I mean, this is not a Travis Scott concert,” a reference to the 2021 Astroworld tragedy. He went on, saying: “There’s kids in the crowd, there’s all kinds of things in here that don’t need to happen. LINK: https://tinyurl.com/mwb6cjs3
• Jelly Roll – was joined onstage by “The King of Queens” actor Kevin James at the Buckeye Country Superfest in Ohio on the weekend. During his set, Jelly roll brought James out to perform ‘Need a Favor’. The 2 appeared onstage in matching black outfits. Some comments: “Love the twinning couldn’t be more perfect,” and “Kevin James is Jelly Roll if all of his tattoos are removed.” LINK: https://tinyurl.com/5bm7hc3t
SHOOTING THE BULL
CHILL BILLS:
Summer 2025 is turning up the heat—literally. And with temps soaring into the danger zone, air conditioning isn’t just a luxury anymore, it has become a health essential. But what’s the right thermostat setting to stay safe and avoid a sky-high energy bill? Experts say 78°F (25.6°C) is the sweet spot for daytime comfort and energy efficiency. Of course, not everyone agrees — many prefer cooler settings — but setting the temperature a bit higher can cut costs. One idea is to bump it up about 4°F at night. Heading out? Set it 7°F higher to save even more. Some other easy ways to keep cool: close curtains, seal air leaks, avoid cooking with heat, and use fans (with AC, not instead of it). And remember to check on kids, seniors, and anyone vulnerable. If things get too hot, local cooling centers and public spaces can offer relief.
(Sorry, experts, I set mine to “don’t quite give me frostbite, thanks!)
(Energy-efficient? I’m trying to be money-efficient”!)
-USAToday
CHAMPAGNE SHAME:
So tell me: What do you think of people who are rich? Like, Bezos, Zuckerberg – or Musk-rich? It probably depends on where you’re from. A new study found that people in wealthier, more equal countries are more likely to view excessive personal wealth as morally wrong. Researchers from the University of Southern California and UMass Amherst surveyed over 4,300 people across 20 countries. Surprisingly, nations with struggling economies were less likely to judge the ultra-rich harshly — often seeing wealth as a sign of hope or progress. On the other hand, those in countries where their basic needs are met tend to scrutinize extreme wealth more. That’s a nice way of saying they don’t think that the ultra-rich should be so darn rich. The study also found that societies that encourage moral values like fairness and “purity” tend to harbor more negative views toward those with vast fortunes. And that might be where the term “filthy rich” came from.
(Well, I guess I’m safe — morally and financially!)
(I, too, hate billionaires — unless they’re adopting…!)
-StudyFinds
YOGA GLOW-UP:
Making exaggerated faces in the mirror might seem silly—but welcome to the world of face yoga. Thanks in no small part to TikTok, face yoga has become one of the most discussed above-the-neck sculpting techniques. Instead of downward dogs, think duckfaces and lion’s breath. The idea? Working out your facial muscles can lift, tone, and reduce puffiness without creams, needles, or filters. Some people swear by it, and a 2018 study even saw improved cheek fullness after 20 weeks of daily exercises. Dermatologists explain that strengthening facial muscles could help support fat pads that naturally shift with age—potentially restoring a bit of that youthful shape. Other perks? Experts say that Face Yoga can result in better blood flow, less puffiness — and even stress relief. One instructor calls it “mindfulness for your face”. Is it a full-on facelift alternative? Not quite. But it’s low-risk, free, and might help you feel more connected to the face you’re in. Just go easy on the under-eye area!
(Finally! A workout I can do in bed…)
(I never thought I’d see the day that duckface was medically encouraged!)
-CNN
COMPLETELY UNEXPLAINABLE THINGS THAT EVERYONE OVER THE AGE OF 40 DOES:
Could someone please explain these legit questions posed recently on social media…
☞ Why does everyone over the age of 40 have their phone ringtones on the loudest volume? Or on at all?
☞ Why do people over the age of 40 just openly watch things on their phones with the volume on in quiet public places? How did they not get the memo?
☞ Why do people over the age of 40 take selfies like they’re being held hostage?
☞ Why do people over the age of 40 have to swipe through your whole camera roll when you show them a photo?
☞ Why do people over the age of 40 insist on using voice to text for every single thing?
☞ Why do people over the age of 40 say “Chat GBT”?
☞ Why do people over the age of 40 automatically take 10 minutes to use the ATM?
☞ Why do people over the age of 40 have a phone case that opens like a book?
☞ Why do people over the age of 40 LOVE the thumbs up emoji?
☞ Why do people over the age of 40 CAPITALIZE random WORDS on everything they POST?
(They’re NOT wrong!)
-BuzzFeed
DID YOU KNOW?
Could Beethoven’s Fifth be used to treat cancer? Scientists in Brazil once found a mind-blowing connection between music and cancer treatment. A research team exposed both healthy and cancerous cell cultures to different styles of music. When played Beethoven’s ‘Symphony No. 5’, nearly 20% of the cancerous cells were wiped out within a few days, while healthy cells remained completely untouched. Oddly, Mozart’s famously structured ‘Sonata for Two Pianos’ had no noticeable impact at all. The researchers are unsure what’s causing the positive effects, but suspect it is related to specific audio frequencies, rhythmic patterns, or even how the cells physically vibrate in response to the sound. (“Da-da-da-DIE!”)
-YupThatExists
BS CHRONOMETER 06.26.25
TODAY’S BS REASONS TO PARTY . . .
• “Beautician’s Day”, your chance to show your appreciation to those who make you look beautiful. That includes your hairstylist, manicurist, esthetician (and Photoshop…).
• “Chocolate Pudding Day”, celebrating the ooey-gooey dessert most toddlers like to eat … with their hands.
• “Coconut Day”. Fun Fact: Coconuts are not nuts! In fact, they are more closely related to cherries, dates, peaches, apricots and nectarines, which are all a part of the drupe family — a fruit with a hard, stony covering enclosing the seed.
• “Tropical Cocktails Day”. Don’t forget to add a few frilly umbrellas for extra flair!
• “Forgiveness Day”. Has someone wronged you over the past year? Did they do something so bad that it almost seemed unforgivable? Today is for forgiving others, and for being forgiven. If everyone celebrated Forgiveness Day, the world would be a better place.
• “International Day Against Drug Abuse & Illicit Trafficking”, a UN observance established in 1987, with the goal of achieving an international society free of drug abuse.
• “National Canoe Day” in Canada. The canoe has been chosen as one of the ‘Seven Wonders of Canada’. Quote: “A true Canadian is one who can make love in a canoe without tipping.” – Pierre Berton
• “National Handshake Day”. Handshake customs vary in different cultures. In fact, weak handshakes are preferred in some places. A bow, a kiss on the cheek, or a pat on the shoulder may accompany handshakes in some cultures. Grasping the opposite arm while shaking, grasping a hand with both hands, or the shaking of both hands are also part of some handshakes.
AND REMEMBER . . .
[Fri] “Happy Birthday to You” Day
[Fri] Helen Keller Day
[Sat] Body Piercing Day
[Sun] Camera Day
This Week is…Tire Safety Week
This Month is…Perennial Gardening Month
TODAY’S CELEBIRTHDAYS . . .
1956 [69] Chris Isaak, Stockton CA, pop-rock singer-guitarist (‘Wicked Game’, ‘Somebody’s Crying’)/TV actor (“The Chris Isaak Show” 2001-04)
1959 [66] Mark McKinney, Ottawa Canada, TV actor-comedian (‘Glenn Sturgis’ on “Superstore” 2015-21, “The Kids in the Hall” 1988-1995)
1970 [55] Chris O’Donnell, Winnetka IL, TV actor (“NCIS: Los Angeles” 2009-23)/movie actor (“Batman & Robin”, “Scent of a Woman”)
1970 [55] Sean Hayes, Glen Ellyn, IL, TV actor (‘Jack McFarland’ on “Will & Grace” 1998-2006, 2017-20) COMING UP… “The Running Man”, 2025
1970 [55] Nick Offerman, Minooka IL, TV actor (“Parks & Recreation” 2009-15)/movie actor (“Lego” movies-voice role)/TV host (“Making It” 2018-2021)/married to Megan Mullally since 2003. COMING UP… “Under the Lights”
1973 [52] Gretchen Wilson, Pocahontas IL, country singer (‘Redneck Woman’, ‘Here for the Party’)
1974 [51] Derek Jeter, Pequannock NJ, retired MLB player (New York Yankees shortstop 1995-2014, 14X All-Star, 5X World Series champ, World Series MVP, 2000)/CEO and part owner of Miami Marlins 2017-22
1979 [46] Ryan Tedder, Tulsa OK, pop-rock singer (OneRepublic-‘Counting Stars’)/songwriter-producer (Adele, Beyoncé, Carrie Underwood, Jennifer Lopez, etc.)
1980 [45] Jason Schwartzman, Los Angeles CA, TV actor (“Fargo” 2020-2023, “Scott Pilgrim Takes Off” 2023)
1984 [41] Aubrey Plaza, Wilmington DE, TV actress (“Parks & Recreation” 2009-15, “Legion” 2017-19) COMING UP… “Animal Friends”, 2025
1992 [33] Jeanette McCurdy, Long Beach CA, TV actress (“iCarly” 2007-12)
1993 [32] Ariana Grande, Boca Raton FL, pop singer (Ft. Justin Bieber-‘Stuck With U’, ‘thank u, next’)/movie actress (“Wicked”, “Don’t Look Up”) COMING UP… “Wicked: For Good”, 2025
1997 [28] Jacob Elordi, Brisbane Australia, movie actor (“Saltburn”) TV actor (“Euphoria” since 2019) COMING UP… “Frankenstein”, 2025
THIS DAY IN SHOWBIZ . . .
1974 [51] Elizabeth Taylor is granted her 5th divorce, from actor Richard Burton. She would marry and divorce 3 more times, including to Burton again from 1975-76.
2019 [06] Reality TV star and bounty hunter Beth Chapman (“Dog the Bounty Hunter”), dies of cancer at 51.
TODAY’S MUSIC EVENTS . . .
1977 [48] A pale, weak, and obese Elvis Presley performs what would be his final concert, at the Market Square Arena in Indianapolis, for a crowd of 18,000 (he dies August 16th).
2005 [20] Pink proposes to her boyfriend, motocross rider Carey Hart, by holding up a sign that says “Will You Marry Me?” while he is racing in California. On the next lap, she adds, “I’m Serious.” He pulls out of the race to say yes.
2018 [07] Barry Gibb of Bee Gees is knighted by Prince Charles at Buckingham Palace.
TODAY’S FIRSTS . . .
1974 [51] The first UPC grocery scanner is installed at a supermarket in Troy, Ohio (The first product to carry a UPC ‘bar code’ is Wrigley’s chewing gum).
1997 [28] “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” is published. It is the first book in J. K. Rowling’s best-selling series, and the basis for the ‘Harry Potter’ film franchise.
TODAY’S RECORD . . .
1981 [44] Virginia Campbell of Mountain Home, Idaho buys $24,460 worth of groceries — and uses clipped coupons and rebates to cover all but 67 cents of the bill.
BULL’S BITS
BS WHACK FACTS:
✓ If sound traveled in the vacuum of space, on earth, the sound of the sun would be louder than a train horn directly in front of you.
✓ Silly string is used in military combat to check for booby traps.
✓ As novels became more popular in the 1700s, society became increasingly concerned that young people spent too much time reading. It was referred to as ‘reading rage’, ‘reading fever’, ‘reading mania’, and even ‘reading lust’.
✓ It was common to drink beer during breakfast in colonial America.
✓ Lime Jell-O produces the same brain waves as adult humans when hooked up to an EEG machine.
✓ A Venus flytrap can eat a whole cheeseburger.
-TotallyAwesomeUselessInformation, Buzzfeed
Best of BS . . .
BS BAD COOKOUT DISHES:
• Chocolate covered Salmon
• Carrot dogs
• Beard hair salad
• Leftover potato salad from last week’s cookout
• Veggie tray. Don’t be that guy.
• Fava beans and a nice Chianti
• Gas station sushi
• Anything that is imprisoned inside Jell-O
• Fruitcake
• Anything and everything containing mayonnaise
-Twitter, first published in BS in 2018
TODAY’S SCOOP OF BS:
➠ An 11-year-old girl just graduated from college. (At her job interview they asked her where she sees herself in 5 years. Her answer: “Chuck E. Cheese”!)
➠ According to a poll, President Trump’s approval rating has fallen to all-time lows. (Luckily for him, he has “impeachment insurance”. It’s called: JD Vance.)
➠ Toyota is recalling approximately 55,000 2023-2024 Prius and Prius HEV vehicles in the U.S. (Apparently, there’s a problem with the car that prevents the drivers from acting smug!)
➠ A study shows that men who carry their cell phone in their pocket have sperm counts that are nearly 10% lower than those who don’t. (And men who keep their cell phone on a belt-clip? They don’t need to worry about it!)
➠ A study found that nearly 70% of gamers will miss sleep in order to keep playing their game. (They’d even miss sex — if that were an option…)
BS WEB GOODIE:
I can see the parallel: https://tinyurl.com/56327jjw
☎ BS PHONE STARTER:
What was the longest day of your life?
BS RANDOM JOKE:
95% of the people at my workplace think I’m hilarious. (The other 5% is HR…)
BS WATER COOLER QUESTION:
In a survey, job-seekers were asked what “non-negotiable” perks they’re looking for — and 76% said THIS is the most important one. What is it?
Answer: Paid overtime
BS DEEP THOUGHT:
We can complain that rose bushes have thorns, or rejoice because thorns have roses.