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Autoworkers reach a deal with Ford, a breakthrough toward ending strikes

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:32:22 GMT

DETROIT (AP) — The United Auto Workers union said Wednesday it has reached a tentative contract agreement with Ford that could be a breakthrough toward ending the nearly 6-week-old strikes against Detroit automakers.The four-year deal, which still has to be approved by 57,000 union members at the company, could bring a close to the union’s series of strikes at targeted factories run by Ford, General Motors and Jeep maker Stellantis. ‘Sad’: Sears reopened a store in California and shoppers have thoughts The Ford deal could set the pattern for agreements with the other two automakers, although no other agreements were announced.The union called on all workers at Ford to return to their jobs and said that will put pressure on GM and Stellantis to bargain.“We told Ford to pony up, and they did,” President Shawn Fain said in a video address to members. “We won things no one thought possible.” He added that Ford put 50% more money on the table than it did before the strike started on Se...

Dwayne Johnson’s wax figure will be fixed after backlash

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:32:22 GMT

(CNN) — Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s wax figure is getting a makeover.The Musée Grévin, a museum in Paris, France, that specializes in wax figures of famous people, came under fire recently for a sculpture of Johnson that many found to be too light skinned to represent the actor, who is multi-ethnic.Johnson got into the conversation, posting on social media that he was “going to have my team reach out to our friends at Grevin Museum, in Paris France so we can work at ‘updating’ my wax figure here with some important details and improvements – starting with my skin color.”Now the museum has said they are working on it.The Instagram account for the Musée Grévin featured an Instastory on Monday, stating that the wax figure is a “work in progress.”“Our artists are already working on improving the waxwork of Dwayne Johnson,” the post read. “Your feedback is always valuable to us.”The museum had been accused of “white washing” the actor’s image. Johnson’s lat...

Lil Wayne joins major league Pickleball team as investor and adviser

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:32:22 GMT

(CNN) — Lil Wayne is expanding his connection to the world of sports.The Grammy-award winning rapper has joined the Texas Ranchers Pickleball team as part owner and as a strategic adviser.“Pickleball is the moment and I’m excited to be part of the Texas Ranchers ownership group,” Lil Wayne said in a statement. “I’ve enjoyed watching and couldn’t pass up the opportunity to join this team of owners.”The Texas Ranchers are one of the eight founding Major League Pickleball (MLP) teams in the US.Their ownership group includes singer-songwriter and rapper The Kid LAROI; sports commentator and former NFL athlete Emmanuel Acho; and LA Clippers owner and CEO of Verbena Road Holdings Dennis Wong.“In his role as strategic advisor, Lil Wayne will provide direction for the brand to help drive national and local fandom to the sport, further strengthening the Texas Ranchers position as America’s Pickleball Team,” according to a press release. “He will also support creative ideation...

Britney Spears says she’s ‘roaring back to life’ in her new memoir

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:32:22 GMT

(CNN) — Britney Spears is redefining what freedom means to her after over a decade of feeling like she didn’t have control of her own life.“Freedom to do what I want to do has given me back my womanhood,” she writes in her new memoir, “The Woman In Me,” released Tuesday. “In my forties, I’m trying things for what feels like the first time. I feel like the woman in me was pushed down for so long.”The book is a harrowing account of the pop star’s experience with public scrutiny and fraught familial and romantic relationships. She also details her experience with being placed under a court-ordered conservatorship – and then getting herself out of it.“Now, finally, I’m roaring back to life,” she writes.In 2021, a judge terminated a 13-year conservatorship under which her father, Jamie Spears, had been overseeing her finances and medical decisions.Spears writes that she’s been “trying to rebuild my life day by day.”“There’s been a lo...

SoFlo Swifties unite: Le Petite Fete to ring in release of ‘1989 (Taylor’s Version)’ at Gramps

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:32:22 GMT

You don’t have to be in New York to party like it’s 1989.Swifties (singing): Welcome to New York. It’s been waiting for you. Welcome to New York, Welcome to New York.”Le Petite Fete, the company that throws those epic Taylor Swift dance parties, is back in SoFlo Thursday night.They’re celebrating the release of “1989 (Taylor’s Version)” at Gramps in Wynwood.Caitie Phillips: “It’s Thursday. We will start ‘1989’ at midnight, so it is gonna be a later party. But I figured it’s Miami; people are used to being up ’til like 6 a.m.”Courtney Gibson: “Nothing is more fun than singing your favorite songs with a bunch of strangers and everyone knowing the words.”“1989 (Taylor’s Version)” is Tay-Tay’s fourth re-recording. It drops at midnight on Friday.The event at Gramps is for Swifties 21 and over. The party kicks off at 9 p.m. and will include a costume contest and a ...

‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ director talks bringing popular video game’s murderous animatronics to the big screen

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:32:22 GMT

“Five Nights at Freddy’s” was a popular video game that gave kids nightmares for days. That got people in Hollywood thinking the terrifying video game would make a terrifying movie, so now everyone can get the pants scared off of them just in time for Halloween. So, if you’re going, wear two pairs.The nightmarish video game “Five Nights at Freddy’s” has been brought to life for the big screen.Bailey Winston (as Kim): “We’re going to have so much fun together.”Josh Hutcherson stars as new security guard who has no idea what he’s getting into.Emma Tammi, director, “Five Nights at Freddy’s”: “The fans were, like, first and foremost in our minds in terms of audience and wanting to make sure that this really landed for them, but we also wanted to make it a film that worked in its own right.”Elizabeth Lail (as Vanessa): “Have you met them yet?”Josh Hutcherson (as Mike): “Met w...

Hit 2023 movies inspire on-demand Halloween costumes

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:32:22 GMT

Oh, the pressure on what to be for Halloween. You have so many great options … and, of course, Deco has so many great recommendations. Here’s some costume inspirations from some of this year’s biggest blockbusters.For Barbie baddies who want to take on the plastic world, there are plenty of dolls to pick from.Margot Robbie (as Barbie): “I think we should get some new clothes. We look great.”Ryan Gosling (as Ken): “I love fringe.”Margot Robbie (as Barbie): “I love denim.”You can be Cowgirl Barbie, President Barbie, Weird Barbie, and the list goes on and on.Ryan Gosling (as Ken, singing): “I’m just Ken. And I’m enough, and I’m great at doing stuff.”The “Kenergy” hype is also up, but you need a six-pack to pull it off. Or…Margot Robbie: “Maybe 12-pack.”Ryan Gosling: “That was all thanks to Daniel Craig’s ab machine, actually.”Margot Robbie: “Really? None of that...

Active shooter reported in Lewiston, Maine, residents told to shelter in place

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:32:22 GMT

(CNN) — Authorities in Maine are investigating two active shooter events and a suspect remains at large, the Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Office said in a post on Facebook.“We are encouraging all businesses to lock down and or close while we investigate,” the sheriff’s office said.Maine State Police also said they are responding to an active shooter situation in Lewiston in a post on Facebook.“Please stay inside your home with the doors locked,” state police said. “If you see any suspicious activity or individuals please call 911.”Lewiston is about 36 miles north of Portland.This is a developing story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest updates.

Police say there’s an active shooter in Lewiston, Maine, and they are investigating multiple scenes

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:32:22 GMT

LEWISTON, Maine (AP) — Maine State Police ordered residents in the state’s second-largest city to shelter in place Wednesday night because of an active shooter situation.The alert for Lewiston was made shortly after 8 p.m. as the Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Office reported that law enforcement agencies were investigating “two active shooter events.” The sheriff’s office said the suspect was still at large.“We are encouraging all businesses to lock down and or close while we investigate,” the sheriff’s office reported.A spokesperson for Maine Department of Public Safety urged residents to stay in their homes with their doors locked.“Law enforcement is currently investigating at two locations right now,” Shannon Moss said. “Again please stay off the streets and allow law enforcement to diffuse the situation.”Gov. Janet Mills released a statement echoing those instructions. She said she has been briefed on the situation and will remain in close con...

Chicago Bears QB Tyson Bagent is confident executing the game plan in his 2nd start: ‘I don’t want to put any limits’

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:32:22 GMT

The nerves are still there for Tyson Bagent this week.But that’s a normal part of the process for the Chicago Bears undrafted rookie, not an exception as he prepares to make his second NFL start Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium.Bagent always has what he calls “nerved-up” energy flowing through him during game weeks when he’s off the field, a product of homing in on the details of what he needs to learn ahead of a practice or a game. When he gets on the field, that melts away into the confidence that has impressed teammates.“On my way home from the facility, I’m just kind of thinking about what I need to study tonight,” Bagent said. “And I just am kind of eager to get it done and learned and my mind wrapped around it, so I’m able to go the next day.”It’s understandable if Bagent is charged up this week as he transitions from earning a win in his first NFL start against the Las Vegas Raiders to pr...