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Taylor Swift and Blake Lively may not be in a good place right now friendship-wise… but that didn’t stop the actress from supporting the superstar’s new album drop. It’s subtle, but it’s there … on Instagram, Blake gave Taylor a “like” in her…
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The Super Bowl halftime show is often referred to as the biggest stage in all of music — but don’t expect Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery to be watching.
After Bad Bunny was announced as the halftime performer at next year’s Super Bowl LX, Montgomery, 28, admitted, “Unfortunately, I’m not too familiar with Bad Bunny.”
“I don’t really watch the halftime show anyway,” Montgomery exclusively told Us Weekly while promoting his partnership with Scouting America. “I’m not a halftime show guy.”
For Montgomery, who is hoping to help guide the Lions to the franchise’s first Super Bowl appearance, the running back said not watching the game isn’t the only unique thing about his annual Super Bowl Sunday experience.
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“I haven’t watched the Super Bowl since I’ve been in the league because I haven’t been in one,” Montgomery explained.
Montgomery was drafted in the third round by the Chicago Bears in the 2019 NFL Draft. He signed a three-year, $18 million contract with the Lions in March 2023.
Despite the Lions making it to the NFC Championship Game in 2024 and tying for the best regular season record in the NFL last season, a Super Bowl appearance still eludes Montgomery and the franchise.
Montgomery elaborated that it’s not “tough” to watch the game when his team has been eliminated, he just has better things to do.
“It’s more like, we’re not in it so I don’t want to watch it,” he said with a laugh. “Bro, I don’t care who wins if we’re not winning.”
With the Lions’ Super Bowl quest in full swing this season, Montgomery made a splash when he showed up to Detroit’s Ford Field on Sunday, September 28, wearing his Eagle Scout sash to celebrate his role as ambassador for Scouting America.
“The look was something we planned before the season,” Montgomery said. “Something to represent and display what scouting looks like and some of the cool things that can transpire when you’re involved in scouting. That was one of my favorite, if not my favorite, outfits that I picked since I’ve been in the NFL. It shows who I am. Scouting is a cornerpiece of my life, a foundational piece of my life.”
He added, “Being able to inform and be proud and be confident and show that off was a super cool, 360 moment for me.”
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Montgomery, who was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, earned the rank of Eagle Scout when he was 16 years old in 2013. In the time since, he’s enjoyed breaking common misconceptions about what it means to be a scout.
“There’s times when people say we just sell cookies, there’s times when people say all we do is sell popcorn or all we do is campfire,” Montgomery said. “We do sell popcorn and we do have campfires, but that’s not the coolest thing that happens. You meet some of the most wonderful people in the world. You hear so many stories. You learn so many things that are beneficial and foundational parts of the necessity of living. You learn more about yourself.”
Montgomery added, “I think it’s my job as an Eagle Scout to continue to inform people and to continue to display the love and confidence that I have in scouting so that people can break those stereotypes. Scouting is fun and it’s something that people need. I think it is something that young ladies and young men should be able to be proud in doing.”
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Ant Anstead was ordered to pay a hefty six-figure sum to a man who claims the television star broke his promise, Us Weekly can exclusively report.
On September 23, an Orange County Superior Court judge ordered Anstead and his business partner, Jenson Button, to pay $101,000 in damage, $17,000 in interest, and other fees for a grand total of $119,357.
The judgment was entered after Anstead, 46, and his partner failed to respond to the lawsuit.
The legal drama started back in July 2024 when a man named Timothy Tasker sued Anstead’s company Radford Motors (He would later add Anstead and Anstead’s business partner as personal defendants in the case).
In the suit, Tasker claimed he met with Anstead on April 1, 2022. He said Anstead told him he was making and selling a new car, and only 62 would be made.
Tasker said he paid a $101,000 deposit to secure one of the custom cars.
In court docs, Tasker said he was invited to events with Anstead and his business partners, including “time on a racetrack in the first” custom car. He said they told him the first cars would be delivered at the end of 2022 and the “remainder would be delivered throughout 2023.”
In October 2022, Tasker said he told Radford he no longer wished to proceed with buying the car. He said an exec told him they understood and promised him a full refund of $101,000 would be issued no later than the end of 2022.
For the next several months [Tasker’s] phone calls and e-mails regarding the return of his $101,000.00 deposit were not responded to and in September 2023, [Tasker] was advised by [a former Radford employee] that she was no longer with Radford / FCG and that [Tasker’s] information and requests had been forwarded to the new CFO” of the company.
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Tasker said he had no luck communicating with the new CFO.
The suit accused Anstead and his team of not delivering a single custom car to customers.
“[Tasker] is informed and believes that to date Defendants have delivered no [custom cars] and that several people had submitted deposits similar to and in excess of the deposit paid by [Tasker] and that those similarly situated individuals have likewise requested the return of their deposits without success,” the suit read.
Tasker sued Radford, Anstead and his business partner for fraud, breach of contract and conversion. The suit demanded the entire $101,000 be returned. Tasker later dismissed the fraud and conversion claims against Anstead but didn’t drop the breach of contract claims.
Radford Motors denied all allegations of wrongdoing. The company was dismissed from the case.
A rep for Anstead tells Us, “Mr. Anstead and Mr. Button where completely unaware of the alleged judgment. Neither was served with the complaint in the lawsuit. Neither received notice of any proposed request for entry of default or default judgment. Thus, assuming a judgment was entered … it was not pursuant to any appropriate or required due process or procedure. Mr. Anstead and Mr. Button are now consulting with legal counsel and will promptly seek to have the judgment set aside for these reasons. The judgment is not the result of any merit, but because it was obtained in secret and without the legally required notice. In fact, at this moment, Mr. Anstead and Mr. Button have still not received any alleged judgment.”
As Us previously reported, Anstead’s supercar company Radford Motors filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in October 2024.
Radford was a British car company that was revived by Anstead and Formula One driver Button, and various other co-owners, in 2020.
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The bankruptcy came after Radford faced accusations of fraud.
In one lawsuit brought by a businessman named Pastor (Pat) Velasco, Anstead and one of his partners were accused of owing $2 million. The lawsuit accused the duo of using company money to pay for personal expenses. Another lawsuit alleged Anstead and another partner mismanaged the company’s finances.
On October 24, 2024, Anstead released a statement stating he was “fully committed” to Radford despite the financial “challenges.”
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He said, “Radford is implementing strategic organizational enhancements while maintaining full operational continuity. I remain fully committed to advancing Radford’s vision and growth. My role and dedication to Radford’s success continue unchanged.” He said he and Button, 45, would, “maintain our foundational commitment to excellence that has defined Radford from day one.”
A couple of days later, a rep for Radford said in regard to pending lawsuits, “Any and all claims will be addressed as part of the bankruptcy case.”
In May, the bankruptcy was converted from a Chapter 11 to a Chapter 7.
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Diddy’s camp doesn’t have a dry eye in the courtroom as his sentencing hearing plays out … and even he needed a box of tissues after mostly keeping a poker face on throughout his criminal case. The Bad Boy Records founder grabbed a tissue and…
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Taylor Swift has long divided the court of public opinion — and her new album does little to change that.
Following its midnight release on Friday, October 3, The Life of a Showgirl received mixed reviews from music critics. Some praised its razor-sharp songwriting, while others argued it pales in comparison to her most beloved records, including 2012’s Red, 2014’s 1989 and 2020’s Folklore.
Rolling Stone gave Swift’s 12th studio album a perfect score of five stars, with assistant editor Maya Georgi writing that the singer, 35, “shoots into a fresh echelon of superstardom — and hits all her marks.” Georgi praised Swift’s lyrics as “hilarious as ever” while also noting that she is “bolder than she has been.” (The song “Wood” contains multiple double entendres about Swift’s fiancé Travis Kelce‘s, ahem, “manhood,” while “Actually Romantic” is widely rumored to be a Charli XCX diss track.)
Variety also heaped praise on Swift, asserting that she is in a league of her own. “Nobody does it better, now or at any recent time, when it comes to delivering world-dominating pop that feels all the feels and doesn’t stint on the thoughts either,” chief music critic Chris Willman wrote, celebrating the album’s “sunny” disposition. Willman dubbed “Ruin the Friendship” one of the “prettiest songs Swift has ever written” and also applauded Max Martin and Shellback‘s “utterly pleasing” production.
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The New York Times, meanwhile, named The Life of a Showgirl a Critic’s Pick. Pop music critic Jon Caramanica called the project a “deceptively modest set of songs about the facade of fame, and what it takes to scrape it away and claw past it.” Caramanica opined that Showgirl is “a more cogent form of chaos than Swift’s prior two albums, Midnights and The Tortured Poets Department,” which she released in 2022 and 2024, respectively, though he admittedly yearned for a “hard pivot” like 2017’s Reputation.
Across the pond, the reviews were more unforgiving.
Britain’s The Guardian gave the album two out of five stars, with head rock and pop music critic Alexis Petridis commenting that it is “slight on tunes and still seethes with grievance.” He wrote in part, “Perhaps romantic contentment simply writes whiter than vengeful post-breakup bitterness, or perhaps it wobbles your judgment. Perhaps it was rushed. Or perhaps its author was just exhausted, which would be entirely understandable.”
The London Standard was the harshest of all with a one-star rating and a headline chastising Swift’s “penis metaphors and poor little rich girl tales.” At one point, deputy editor India Block even wondered whether she was “accidentally listening to a parody album,” lamenting that the 14-time Grammy winner’s “once-famed lyric-writing abilities … seem to be going backwards.”
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The mixed reviews didn’t stop Swifties — or casual fans — from tuning in, however.
Less than 11 hours after its release, Spotify announced that The Life of a Showgirl had broken the record for the most-streamed album in a single day in 2025 so far.
That’s show business for you.
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While we anxiously await Amazon’s Fall Prime Day, we’re filling the time by finding fashion deals that are already on sale. On today’s list: Flattering fall dresses that hide the tummy and add a slimming effect.
We compiled a list of the 17 loose and slimming dresses you can add to your closet this fall. Our team included comfortable shirt dresses with loose fits, maxi dresses with floral prints and classic button-down dresses that are both stunning and affordable. Let’s dive in!
1. Our Favorite: This denim dress is a perfect addition to your fall wardrobe since you can pair it with boots and sweaters. It’s also loose-fitting, which helps slim the tummy area.
2. Runner up: This dress appears to be a two-piece, but it’s actually one seamless outfit. It has a smooth top that flows into the skirt portion of the dress, paired with a bow at the waist.
3. Made for Layering: Toss an oversized sweater or jean jacket over this everyday black dress for an easy, one-and-done fall outfit.
4. Subtly Striped: Add a striped fall dress to your everyday rotation. This T-shirt dress has a longer length and a fitted design, which never draws attention to the tummy area.
5. Stretchy Sweater: Shoppers are going crazy over this ribbed knit sweater dress that is stretchy, flattering and stylish.
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6. Flirty Babydoll Dress: Dokotoo’s fall dresses are some of the best on Amazon, and you won’t want to miss this comfortable pick with a tiered empire waist that gives a slimming fit.
7. Classic Button-Down: When you’re out of outfit ideas, reach for this timeless button-down dress that works for all body types.
8. Date Night-Ready: This dress is perfect for a night of dinner and drinks, since it features a flowy fit and pretty, romantic fabrics.
9. Designer-Looking: Multiple reviewers call this designer-looking dress “comfortable.” They also say that it’s flattering on various body types thanks to its classic wrap dress design that conceals the midsection.
10. Draped Maxi: Whether you want to feel put together or have a special event, check out this floral maxi dress, which drapes effortlessly over the body.
11. Rich Mom Style: Look like a rich mom in this classic shirt dress that’s both comfortable and stylish. Style it with heels or boots.
12. Fall Sundress: This affordable fall sundress features a V-neck silhouette, smocked elastic waist and a flowy, boho hem.
13. Brunch Beauty: This option has maxi length, and the all-over eyelet design is eye-catching and best for a girl’s brunch or baby shower.
14. Cute and Comfy: This everyday dress is crafted from soft materials to accommodate all sizes and also includes a long maxi silhouette.
15. Eye Catching Emerald: This loose-fitting green dress boasts a stunning hue that’s perfect for pumpkin patch outings and more.
16. Office-Approved: Ditch boring black and opt for a merlot red dress this fall. The frilly accents give it plenty of character.
17. Simple and Affordable: Amazon Essentials’ transitional dress is comfortable throughout the chest, waist and hips. Made from breathable jersey material, this dress keeps you cool but can also be layered for chilly days.
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University of the Philippines fended off a late rally by National University to deal the Bulldogs their first loss, 66-59, in the UAAP Season 88 men’s basketball tournament Saturday at the UST Quadricentennial Pavilion in Manila.
The Fighting Maroons dropped a 22-2 bomb in the third and fourth quarters to erase a 13-point deficit and take full control of the contest, before NU’s comeback attempt came up short.
Francis Nnoruka paced the Diliman-based squad with 14 points and six rebounds, while Gani Stevens chipped in 10 markers and five boards. Harold Alarcon and Miguel Yniguez contributed eight points apiece.
UP trailed by 13, 34-47, in the third quarter after a deuce by Steve Nash Enriquez.
But the Maroons, off back-to-back 3-pointers by Yniguez, made it a one-point contest, 48-49, heading to the fourth quarter.
UP’s run continued in the final frame, taking a 56-49 lead with five minutes remaining.
A split from the line by PJ Palacielo finally ended the NU drought, but the UP continued as the Maroons took a 12-point lead late, 65-53, following a Reyland Torres jumper.
Jake Figueroa and Palacielo tried to mount a comeback with six straight points, but a Stevens split iced the game.
NU actually held an 11-point advantage in the first quarter, going up 17-6, before UP went ahead, 24-23, in the second frame.
The Bulldogs though regained their touch and erected the double-digit lead.
UP’s Rey Remogat tallied six points while shooting 2-of-9 from the field.
Enriquez paced NU with 16 point and four assists, while Gelo Santiago had 10 markers.
UP is now holding a 2-2 win-loss record, while NU dropped to 3-1.
Currently, Ateneo is the only remaining team without a defeat this season.
Filipina tennis ace Alex Eala suffered an early exit from the Wuhan Open qualifiers after succumbing to Moyuka Uchijima, 4-6, 6-3, 2-6, Saturday evening in Manila.
Eala, who had a quick return to action after the Suzhou Open, ran out of fuel after competing in her fifth straight three-set match.
The three-setter matches started during the Jingshan Open semifinals, where the Rafa Nadal Academy graduate bowed out of the tourney after a 6-3, 4-6, 2-6 defeat against Lulu Sun.
Eala then played three-set thrillers against Katarzyna Kawa and Greet Minnen, before falling against Viktorija Golubic on Friday.
And on Saturday, Uchijima took the first set with ease, before the Filipina equalized things up, breaking the 2-all deadlock with four of the next five games.
However, Eala fell behind 0-3 in the third set, and she could not claw out of the deficit this time around.
The Japanese tennister won 54 service points to Eala’s 49. The latter, though, punched in 39 receiving points to the former’s 33.