oy Clackers, also known as lik-Klaks, were popular in the 1970s and remain a favorite among antique toy collectors today. The toy consists of two plastic balls connected by a string. Swinging the balls back and forth produces a loud “clacking” sound. The toy was invented in 1969 by a toy company called Wham-O. The … Read more
Celine Dion is set to return to the stage at the 2024 Olympics opening ceremony in Paris, performing a duet with Lady Gaga on July 26. This marks her first performance since being diagnosed with Stiff-Person Syndrome, a rare neurological disorder causing painful muscle stiffness. Dion will perform Édith Piaf’s classic “La Vie en Rose” … Read more
Steve Martin was born on August 14, 1945, in Waco, Texas, and raised in Inglewood and Garden Grove, California. Growing up in a Baptist family, he had a complex relationship with his father, who was “stern, and not emotionally open,” leading Martin to feel “hatred” during his teens. Martin’s career took off with his participation … Read more
Otha Anders, known as the coin master and a Jackson school board supervisor, walked into the bank with a dolly full of coins. The clinking sound drew everyone’s attention. Anders, supported by his wife and kids, had an unusual hobby: collecting pennies. For Anders, every penny found was a sign from God, reminding him to … Read more
Blake Shelton wrote a heartfelt tribute to his late friend Joe Bonsall, a member of The Oak Ridge Boys from 1973 to 2024. Sharing a photo of them singing together, Blake expressed his sorrow on Instagram Stories: “I’m heartbroken to hear of my friend Joe Bonsall’s death.” He added, “I’ve NEVER seen Joe when he … Read more