Posts by Nathan Pine
Judge Jackie Glass Dead: ‘Swift Justice’ Host Was 70
Judge Jackie Glass, the former Clark County judge who hosted the syndicated court show Swift Justice, has died. She was 70. Glass died on Friday afternoon in Las Vegas, TMZ reported after Glass’ daughter Rachel Wolfson posted a tribute to her late mother on social media. “RIP my rock,” wrote Wolfson on Facebook. “I don’t…
Read MoreWarsh’s inflation warning sets up September showdown for the Fed
Published Sat, Aug 29, 2026 · 11:02 AM FEDERAL Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh’s tough message on inflation has set up the central bank’s September policy meeting as a pivotal moment in its mission to tame prices. By warning in a speech that price pressures have yet to meaningfully slow, Warsh will have little option, analysts…
Read MoreYen passes 160 per dollar to hit weakest level in a month
Published Sat, Aug 29, 2026 · 10:39 AM THE yen moved past 160 per US dollar to its weakest level in a month, extending a slide that’s erased more than half of its intervention-fuelled gains. The Japanese currency fell as much as 0.5 per cent to 160.20 versus the greenback on Friday (Aug 28) after…
Read MoreDolly Parton Specials Attract Summer TV Audience To Major Broadcasters
Several of the major broadcast networks paid tribute to Dolly Parton this week after the prolific singer died Tuesday at the age of 80. ABC and CBS turned their specials around fairly quickly, going head-to-head in the 10 p.m. hour later that very same night, August 25. ABC News‘ Dolly Parton: An American Original – Special…
Read MoreTennessee Governor Plans To Rename Nashville Airport For Dolly Parton
As the world mourns Dolly Parton, Tennessee has plans to immortalize the late Queen of Country while welcoming visitors to Music City. On Friday, Gov. Bill Lee‘s office announced a partnership with the Nashville International Airport (BNA) in conversations with Parton’s team to rename the airport in honor of the 11x Grammy-winning country pop/songstress, who…
Read MoreCA Lawmakers Compromise With Film Industry On Corporate Tax Credit Cap
The California production community can breathe a sigh of relief: State lawmakers have officially introduced a bill meant to allow studios a few key exemptions from a recently enacted restriction on corporate tax credits. AB136, introduced Friday evening, addresses concerns raised from stakeholders including the Motion Picture Association about the threat of undermining the efforts…
Read MoreTrump says US is taking partial control of Venezuela’s vast oil reserves
Venezuela holds the world’s largest proven oil reserves but produces only about 1.25 million barrels per day Published Sat, Aug 29, 2026 · 09:05 AM — Updated Sat, Aug 29, 2026 · 09:13 AM PRESIDENT Donald Trump on Friday (Aug 28) announced an unprecedented US push to take control of a fifth of Venezuela’s vast oil reserves,…
Read MoreKenan Thompson To Fill In For Simon Cowell On ‘America’s Got Talent’
In a full-circle moment, Kenan Thompson is returning to NBC‘s America’s Got Talent as guest judge for the Quarterfinals Round 3 episode on Sept. 1. He will be filling in for judge Simon Cowell, also AGT‘s creator/executive producer, who has been sidelined by back surgery. Cowell was not on the show this week as he…
Read MoreICE Confirms They Have Detained Commentator Milo Yiannopoulos
The Department of Homeland Security confirmed that Immigration and Customs Enforcement has detained right wing commentator Milo Yiannopoulos for overstaying his visa. According to a statement posted on the DHS X account, Yiannopoulos, described as an “illegal alien from the United Kingdom, was arrested at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport on Thursday. “Yiannopoulos legally…
Read MoreOil settles lower on clues about Fed policy, rumours of Hormuz deal
Published Sat, Aug 29, 2026 · 08:32 AM [HOUSTON] Oil prices settled lower on Friday (Aug 28), also down for the week as traders evaluated hints about the US Federal Reserve Bank’s inflation-fighting policy and rumours of a possible agreement on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude futures settled at US$89.31 a barrel, down…
Read MoreNicole Kidman On “Spontaneous” Appearance In Troye Sivan Video
Nicole Kidman seems to be popping up onscreen everywhere the past few years, and Troye Sivan‘s latest music video was no exception. After the Oscar-winning actress made a surprise appearance in the 3x Grammy-nominated artist’s “She’s the Best” music video earlier this month, she recently explained the “spontaneous” decision. “I love him. I’ve known him…
Read MoreGarth Brooks’ Daughter Allie Shares “Greatest Fear” of Him Being Mourned Publicly Like Dolly Parton
“A world without Dolly doesn’t feel possible, real, or right. But because of the eternally generous way she spent her time on this earth and the countless lives she changed for the better, her legacy will be an everlasting one,” Swift said in a statement to E! News. “She was truly the gift that kept…
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