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USA Today
15 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Michigan State football linebacker gets cool new personalized facemask
Michigan State football linebacker gets cool new personalized facemask Michigan State football is gearing up for their summer workouts and conditioning, getting prepared for the second season under Jonathan Smith in East Lansing. A pivotal part of the Spartan football program over the last four years has been linebacker Darius Snow, who has been beloved by fans, and a presence on social media, has made his mark on and off the field for Michigan State. Now, for the 2025 season, it appears that Snow is going to be making waves around the program once again. In a partnership with Riddell Sports and the Spartan equipment team, Snow will be dawning a new look in 2025. A "Snow Mask" has been added the Spartan senior's helmet, a cool design on his facemask to give the linebacker a cool, personal look. Contact/Follow us @The SpartansWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Michigan State news, notes and opinion. You can also follow Cory Linsner on X @Cory_Linsner
Newsweek
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Rescue Dog Was So Scared, She Couldn't Leave Crate—Now She's Unrecognizable
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A rescue dog too afraid to leave her kennel finally turned a corner with her foster family. When TikTok user @kierstenlynnb first rescued a white pit bull named Snow, the dog refused to leave her kennel. Kiersten, the foster mom, shared in the first part of her June 2 video Snow's reluctance to receive any attention. Snow cowered in the back, avoiding eye contact when Kiersten tried reaching her hand out. Snow's nervousness is understandable, after all, as she was abandoned and tied to a pole in Houston, Texas, Kiersten told Newsweek via TikTok. Kiersten received a call about Snow and went to rescue her. From there, she welcomed her into her home with open arms and patience, as Snow learned to trust again. Snow went from not wanting to leave the safety of her crate to understanding she's capable of being loved. Kiersten said it took about three to four weeks for Snow to finally come out of her kennel. Her new spot: the bed. The second part of the clip shows Snow happily lounging in the foster mom's bed. Her tail kept wagging. She went from being afraid of leaving the kennel to being afraid of leaving the comfort of the bed, a night-and-day transformation. The caption on the video reads: "Round of applause for Snows transformation." Screenshots from a June 2 TikTok video of a rescue pit bull afraid to leave her kennel after being brought to a foster home. Screenshots from a June 2 TikTok video of a rescue pit bull afraid to leave her kennel after being brought to a foster home. @kierstenlynnb/TikTok Snow is one of the many rescue dogs Kiersten works with. She runs an independent rescue organization, where Snow is available for adoption. "It's so rewarding," she said. "The transformations are my favorite." Viewer Reactions With over 92,500 views as of Friday, TikTok viewers felt relieved to know that this dog is no longer suffering, and that she's relearning what it means to be loved. People flooded the comment section with their praise for saving her. "How can anyone hurt something so beautiful? Thank you for giving her a loving home," wrote one user, while another echoed: "...thank you for giving her the chance to know how she should be treated." A third person commented: "The 1st video is hurtful. She's avoiding eye contact and looks nervous. Thank you so much for showing her what love and caring hands are." Someone else said: "She's like, 'Please don't take me back to that bad, scary place. Sweet girl. Thank you for saving her." Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Top Stock Movers Now: Dollar General, Hims & Hers, Bumble, and More
U.S. equities were higher at midday as the market sought clarity on U.S. trade negotiations. Meta Platforms signed a 20-year agreement with Constellation Energy for the electric provider to supply nuclear power for Meta's artificial intelligence data centers. FactSet Research Systems announced CEO Phil Snow is to retire in September.U.S. equities rose at midday as the markets continued to wait for more information about possible U.S. trade deals. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq were slightly higher. Dollar General (DG) was the best-performing stock in the S&P 500 after the discount retailer beat profit and sales estimates and boosted its guidance as shoppers worried about economic uncertainty flocked to its stores. Shares of Constellation Energy (CEG) gained when Meta Platforms (META) signed a 20-year deal to buy nuclear power from the firm to power its artificial intelligence (AI) data centers. Hims & Hers Health (HIMS) shares rose when the health and wellness site purchased London-based digital healthcare provider ZAVA to expand its reach in Europe. The price of the all-cash deal was not disclosed. FactSet Research Systems (FDS) shares fell when the financial data firm announced that CEO Phil Snow would be retiring in September. Snow will be replaced by former JPMorgan Chase (JPM) executive Sanoke Viswanathan. After a big jump yesterday on President Trump's announcement of 50% tariffs on imported steel, shares of Nucor (NUE) and rival steelmakers fell on concerns the new duties will lead to higher costs, supply chain issues, and retaliation. Bumble (BMBL) shares tumbled on a downgrade from JPMorgan, which said the dating app is losing market share to competitor Hinge. Oil futures climbed. Gold prices declined. The yield on the 10-year Treasury note ticked higher. The U.S. dollar was up on the euro, pound, and yen. Most major cryptocurrencies traded higher. Read the original article on Investopedia Sign in to access your portfolio
Business Insider
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Insider
THEN AND NOW: The cast of 'Pitch Perfect' nearly 13 years later
"Pitch Perfect" hit theaters almost 13 years ago, shedding light on collegiate a cappella. Anna Kendrick went on to star in movies like "A Simple Favor" and " Woman of the Hour." Most of the supporting cast, like Rebel Wilson and Brittany Snow, still work in Hollywood. "Pitch Perfect" was first released in September 2012 and has since become a modern classic. The movie — which follows an all-female college a cappella group — not only led to two sequels and a spin-off but also helped solidify several of its stars' careers. Here's a look at how the "Pitch Perfect" cast has evolved since the movie was released. Anna Kendrick starred as Beca, the cool music lover and reluctant a capella member. Before "Pitch Perfect," Kendrick rose to fame through her supporting role in the hit teen phenomenon "Twilight" (2008). From there, she starred alongside George Clooney in "Up in the Air" (2009), which earned her an Oscar nomination. She went on to appear in the "Twilight" sequels, "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" (2010), "50/50" (2011), and "End of Watch" (2012) before "Pitch Perfect." Kendrick has been busy working on shows and films since "Pitch Perfect." Kendrick led the "Pitch Perfect" franchise for two sequels in 2015 and 2017. In between, she appeared in "Into the Woods" (2014) and "Trolls" (2016). After the "Pitch Perfect" trilogy wrapped, she worked on "A Simple Favor" (2018), "Noelle" (2019), and "Stowaway" (2021). She also starred in the first season of HBO Max's "Love Life." Later, Kendrick executive-produced, directed, and starred in "Woman of the Hour" (2023). Most recently, she reprised her role in " Another Simple Favor" (2025). Brittany Snow played Chloe, an optimistic member of the a capella team. Snow worked for over a decade in Hollywood before starring in "Pitch Perfect," appearing on series such as CBS' "Guiding Light," NBC's "American Dreams," and FX's "Nip/Tuck." She then starred in several popular films, like "The Pacifier" (2005), "John Tucker Must Die" (2006), "Hairspray" (2007), and "Prom Night" (2008) before landing a spot in the movie. Snow continues to work in Hollywood today. In addition to the two "Pitch Perfect" sequels, Snow went on to appear in films like "Someone Great" (2019) and "X" (2022). She also worked on TV shows, including Comedy Central's "Workaholics," The CW's "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend," and Netflix's "The Night Agent." Rebel Wilson worked steadily on Australian TV before making the jump to American films and TV. Before playing "Fat Amy" in "Pitch Perfect," Wilson starred on a few Australian TV shows like SBS' "Pizza," Network 10's "The Wedge," and SBS' "Bogan Pride." She also worked on films like "Bridesmaids" (2011), "Bachelorette" (2012), and "Ice Age: Continental Drift" (2012). Wilson has continued to star in films since "Pitch Perfect," and she also wrote a memoir. Following her comedic success in "Pitch Perfect," Wilson starred in the short-lived ABC comedy "Super Fun Night." In addition to the "Pitch Perfect" sequels, Wilson also appeared in "Isn't It Romantic" (2019), "The Hustle" (2019), "Jojo Rabbit" (2019), and "Senior Year" (2022), which she also produced. In 2024, she published her first memoir, "Rebel Rising," detailing her journey to Hollywood success. Anna Camp worked steadily in TV and film prior to "Pitch Perfect." Camp has worked on shows and in movies since the films wrapped. Camp went on to play recurring roles on Fox-Hulu's "The Mindy Project," HBO's "True Blood," CBS' "The Good Wife," and Netflix's "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt." She also played identical twins in the fifth season of Netflix's " You." After the "Pitch Perfect" sequels, some of her latest films include "Desperados" (2020), "Jerry and Marge Go Large" (2022), and "Murder at Yellowstone City" (2022). Skylar Astin starred as Jesse, Beca's love interest. Before "Pitch Perfect," Astin appeared on series like HBO's "Girls" and Fox's "House." He also worked on a couple of TV movies. But he was perhaps best known for originating the role of Georg in "Spring Awakening" on Broadway in 2006. Astin has mostly stuck with TV since the "Pitch Perfect" films. Astin appeared on several series after "Pitch Perfect," including AMC's "Halt and Catch Fire," Epix's "Graves," NBC's "Zoe's Extraordinary Playlist," and ABC's " Grey's Anatomy." The actor only returned for the first "Pitch Perfect" sequel in 2015. But like Kendrick, Astin also joined the "Trolls" franchise for the Netflix series, "Trolls: The Beat Goes On." Ben Platt began his film career with "Pitch Perfect." Platt only had one film credit, "Red Riding Hood" (2006), under his belt before "Pitch Perfect." But his stage career was blossoming before then. In 2011, he played Elder Cunningham in "Book of Mormon" on Broadway. Platt has focused more on music and Broadway since the "Pitch Perfect" series. Platt appeared in "Pitch Perfect 2," "Ricki and the Flash" (2015), and "Drunk Parents" (2019). The actor also starred on Netflix's "The Politician." In addition to film and TV, he gained recognition for his original music and role in the hit Broadway show "Dear Evan Hansen," which earned him a Tony. Platt then reprised the role of Evan Hansen in the 2021 film adaptation and also starred, cowrote, and produced 2023's "Theater Camp." Adam DeVine played Bumper, the obnoxious leader of the rival male a capella team. DeVine worked on several comedy projects before joining the ensemble cast. He guest-starred on ABC's "Samantha Who?" and Disney XD's "TRON: Uprising," but he's perhaps best known for his leading role on Comedy Central's "Workaholics," which debuted in 2011. DeVine continues to work on series and films today. DeVine went on to play roles in movies like "Neighbors" (2014), "Pitch Perfect 2," "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates" (2016), "The Lego Batman Movie" (2017), and "Isn't It Romantic." He also continued his role on "Workaholics" and appeared on Cartoon Network's "Uncle Grandpa," ABC's "Modern Family," HBO's "The Righteous Gemstone," and Netflix's "Green Eggs and Ham." In 2022, he starred in a one-season "Pitch Perfect" spin-off called "Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin." He's also done some voice acting for shows and movies, including "Captain Fall" (2023) and the coming "Fixed" (2025). Ester Dean played Bellas member Cynthia Rose. Dean lent her voice to the animated films "Rio" (2011) and "Ice Age: Continental Drift" (2012) before joining the comedy. Before joining the franchise, she was also busy writing and releasing her own music, as well as writing for global superstars like Rihanna, Katy Perry, and Nicki Minaj. Dean went on to star in both sequels and is still working as a musician. In addition to the sequels, Dean appeared on Fox's "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend" and in "Trolls 2: World Tour" (2020), alongside Kendrick. She also lent her voice to AppleTV+'s "Central Park." Dean has continued to write and compose music for major artists like Selena Gomez, John Legend, Ciara, and Fifth Harmony. Hana Mae Lee starred as Lilly, the ultra-quiet member of the Bellas. Lee appeared on a few shows, like CBS's "Mike and Molly" and Comedy Central's "Workaholics," before joining the cast of the film. Lee continues to work in Hollywood, mostly on TV. Lee has appeared in more TV movies and series between and after the "Pitch Perfect" films, like Showtime's "Californication," truTV's "Those Who Can't," and Epix's "Perpetual Grace, LTD." More recently, the actor appeared in "Phobias" (2021) and "Habit" (2021). She also voiced a role in the horror film "Abruptio" (2023). Elizabeth Banks had a lengthy résumé before appearing in "Pitch Perfect." Banks was well known for appearing on shows like HBO's "Sex and the City," NBC's "30 Rock," and NBC-ABC's "Scrubs" before "Pitch Perfect." She was also in popular movies including "Wet Hot American Summer" (2001), "Spider-Man" (2002), "Catch Me If You Can" (2002), "Definitely, Maybe" (2008), and "The Hunger Games" (2012). Banks continues to star in and direct movies today. Banks starred in all of the subsequent "Pitch Perfect" and "Hunger Games" movies and went on to films like "The Lego Movie" (2014), "Walk of Shame" (2014), "Magic Mike XXL" (2015), and "Power Rangers" (2017). She also appeared in two "Wet Hot American Summer" spin-off series on Netflix in 2015 and 2017. Up next, she'll star in the psychological thriller "DreamQuil." Behind the camera, Banks directed the third "Pitch Perfect" movie and "Charlie's Angels" (2019). She also produced recent films, including "Bottoms" (2023) and " Cocaine Bear" (2023). John Michael Higgins has been working continuously since the 1980s. With over 140 acting credits to his name, Higgins has been everywhere in TV and film. Prior to "Pitch Perfect," he worked on several shows, including NBC's "Seinfeld," Fox's "Ally McBeal," and Cartoon Network's "Harvey Birdman: Attorney at Law." He also starred in movies like "Blade: Trinity" (2004), "The Break-Up" (2006), "Fired Up" (2009), and "We Bought a Zoo" (2011). Higgins continues to lend his talent to series and movies today. Higgins went on to series like TV Land's "Happily Divorced," NBC's "Great News," and Peacock's "Saved by the Bell" reboot. He also hosted GSN's "America Says" from 2018 to 2022. In addition to both "Pitch Perfect" sequels, he appeared in movies like "A Million Ways to Die in the West," "Licorice Pizza" (2021), and "Prom Dates" (2024). This story was originally published on September 28, 2022, and most recently updated on June 2, 2025.
Sunday World
01-06-2025
- Sunday World
Self-declared Michael Gaine murder ‘suspect' gave court ‘untrustworthy testimony'
American was involved in a bitter dispute with his ex partner over their two daughters The district court findings were made against failed asylum seeker and father-of-two Michael Kelley, who is originally from Waldo County, Maine in the US, during a bitter custody dispute with former partner Alicia Snow in 2009. Publicly available documents obtained by the Sunday World confirm the former US soldier made 'unsupported' allegations against Ms Snow during the dispute of 'practising witchcraft on the couple's children'. Kelley, who has denied any involvement in Michael Gaine's murder, was arrested on May 18, just over 36 hours after the victim's body parts were discovered in slurry being spread on his farm. Mike Gaine went missing on March 20 He was later released without charge. Gardai believe Mr Gaine was dismembered after he was killed and that the body parts were dumped in a 50,000-gallon slurry tank on the property. As part of the garda investigation, a full background check is being carried out on Kelley, who had been living 'underground' on Mr Gaine's farm and working as a 'farmhand'. Enquiries carried out by this newspaper have now established that Kelley is a father-of-two who was involved in a bitter dispute with his former partner Alicia Snow, which was ultimately decided in her favour by Maine's Supreme Judicial Court in 2009. Legal documents outlined Michael Kelley's 'untrustworthy' statements News in 90 Seconds - June 1st Records of this nature in the US are, unlike in Ireland, publicly available. According to court documents, Kelley and Ms Snow were involved in a romantic relationship and are the biological parents of two daughters. After they separated, Kelley brought a parental rights action. In 2006, a family law magistrate held a hearing and issued an order allocating shared parental rights between the parties, but stated 'in the event the parties are not able to agree, final decision-making is allocated to Ms Snow'. The order also awarded primary residency to Ms Snow. The 2006 order included a written agreement which afforded reasonable rights of contact with the children and stipulated that Kelley would not pay child support. After the original order was made, the former couple maintained a cordial relationship. Gardai on site Ms Snow was able to attain a nursing degree and begin a relationship with a new partner. Ultimately, however, the situation began to deteriorate, culminating in a series of miscommunications between Kelley's wife and Ms Snow. After a disagreement over a brief trip to Chicago for the children, Kelley filed a motion to enforce the 2006 parental rights order which he alleged prevented Snow from sending the children out of state without his consent. Kelley also filed a motion for contempt, alleging that Ms Snow violated the 2006 order by taking the children to visit their grandfather in Chicago. The court held a hearing on all of the motions on January 14, 2009. After hearing testimony from Kelley, his then wife, Snow, and Snow's father, the court made a number of 'findings of fact.' These included: Snow, meanwhile, was found by the court to be 'logical and rational and her abilities to act as an effective parent are far superior to those of Kelley'. Mike Gaine captured on CCTV before he disappeared The court ordered that Snow have sole parental rights. In his appeal to the Supreme Judicial Court, Kelley argued that the District Court erred when it awarded sole parental rights to Ms Snow. But the Supreme Judicial Court found: 'After a review of the record, it is evident that the court's findings are supported by the record as a whole. 'Because there is competent evidence in the record to support the court's decision, and it is clear that the court considered the best interests of the children in its award of parental rights, the judgment must be affirmed.' Mike Gaine's wife and sister The investigation into the murder of Michael Gaine is now in its tenth week. The popular farmer vanished on March 20. Mr Kelley worked on Gaine's farm for a number of years.
