Joseph Allen
Freelance WriterLocation: New YorkEducation: University of RochesterJoe Allen is a freelance writer covering entertainment, politics, and sports for Distractify. In his free time, he likes to hunt down Criterion discs.
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Freddie Freeman Wears Long Sleeves Every Game to Honor His Late Mother
Freeman's long sleeves are a tribute to his mother.
Kayleigh McEnany Underwent a Preventative Double Mastectomy, but How Is She Now?
Kayleigh McEnany's health seems to be in good shape.
Qatar Is Giving Trump a Plane, but Don't Worry, It's Definitely Not a Bribe
Trump thinks he would be 'stupid' not to accept the gift.
The "Gingers Are Black Now" Trend Is Dividing People on TikTok
The trend gives gingers time to discuss the microaggressions they face.
Weatherman Mark Johnson Was Abruptly Let Go From Channel 5, but Why Was He Fired?
Mark Johnson appears to have been fired from Channel 5.
Fox News Personality Jeanine Pirro Had a Tumultuous Relationship With Her Ex
Jeanine Pirro had a difficult marriage, but she's now single.
Robert Prevost Is a Chicago Native, and Was Raised in the Catholic Church
The new pope really is a Chicago native.
'Preston & Steve' Co-Host Kathy Romano Was Fired After 22 Years With the Station
The co-host was let go by Beasley Media Group.
The New Pope Chose Leo as His Papal Name, but What Does That Name Mean?
The first pope to take that name was known as Leo the Great, who was pope from 440 to 461.
'Inside the NBA' Is in Mourning Following the Loss of Crew Member Kevin Thomas
Kevin Thomas was a key pillar of the 'Inside the NBA' crew.
Carrot Top Is Jacked and Performing Regularly in Las Vegas, and Has Been for Years
The comedian has been performing in Las Vegas for decades.
Cheryl Cole's Net Worth Just Skyrocketed Thanks to Ex Liam Payne
The singer is inheriting $32.2 million from the late father of her son, Bear.
Cardinals' Diets During the Conclave Is Not the Elegant Food You Might Expect
The food people eat during conclave is not all that good.
3 Doors Down Singer Brad Arnold Has Been Diagnosed With Stage 4 Cancer
The singer has been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer.
Donald Trump's New Surgeon General Nominee Is an RFK Jr. Ally — Is She an Actual Medical Doctor?
It seems fair to say that, whatever Means's priorities would be in the role, they will be quite different from the last surgeon general's.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Star Jay-Rod Has Reportedly Been Forced off of B-Team
The rising star of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is facing serious allegations.
Weight Watchers Has Filed for Bankruptcy — Here's Who Owns the Famous Brand
The company is publicly owned and traded.
JD Vance's Brother Is Running for Cincinnati Mayor, but He Probably Won't Win
His brother seems unlikely to actually win the race.
A New Lawsuit Against Smokey Robinson Has Some Wondering What His Net Worth Is
The singer faces multiple allegations of sexual assault.
Jimmy Kimmel's Sidekick Guillermo Is in a Wheelchair Thanks to an Injury
The long-time late-night sidekick is a little less mobile than usual.
May 7 Is the Real ID Deadline, but What Happens if You Don't Get One?
Real IDs are going to be very important if you want to fly domestically.
Jennifer Aniston's L.A. Home Recently Received an Unwelcome Vehicular Visitor
A man crashed into the gate of her house.
A Girl Got a Legendary Chewing out on TikTok After Swimming in Her Room
A TikTok video has some wondering whether it's a new slang term.
Former Ravens Kicker Justin Tucker Has a Substantial Net Worth Given His Position
The kicker has now been released by the Baltimore Ravens.
Mike Myers Was Brought up at Diddy's Trial, but What's Their Connection?
The comedian's name came up during the trial.
Isabela Merced Seems to Be More Focused on Her Career Than Her Love Life
The 'Last of Us' actor is already part of a major on-screen romance.
Airlines Are Blaming Staffing Issues for the Delays Affecting Newark Airport
They're actually on a mental health leave.
The White House Instagram Account Thinks Donald Trump Is Actually a Sith Lord
Why in the world does the president have a red lightsaber in his own propaganda?
"Foxtrot Delta Tango" Is Another Subtle Way to Protest the Current President
It's a little bit of political code.
Alcatraz Has Been Closed as a Prison for Decades, but Why Did It Close?
Alcatraz isn't a prison anymore because it was so expensive to keep people there.
K-Pop Group (G)I-dle Has a New Name, but Where Did That Name Come From?
The group never really wanted the G in their name.
"DYKTMM" Is the Latest Acronym Confusing People All Across the Internet
The acronym is actually a reference to 'Shrek' of all things.
Trump Wants to End Funding for NPR, but How Much Funding Does It Actually Receive?
NPR's federal funding is not make-or-break for the organization.
Jeffrey Dean Morgan Is Alive and Well, Despite What You May Have Heard
The actor is the latest celebrity to fall victim to a false death hoax.
Mike Waltz Is out as Trump's National Security Advisor, but Why Is He Leaving?
Waltz might be best known for his role in Signal-gate.
Sir David Attenborough Has Two Children Who Followed In Their Dad's Footsteps
The famous narrator has two children.
Skylar Diggins-Smith Has Dropped the Smith, but Why Did She Change Her Name?
Skylar Diggins has changed her name, but we don't know whether she's gotten a divorce.
Amy Coney Barrett Recused Herself From a Case Over Religious Charter Schools
She has recused herself because she didn't think she could rule impartially.
Y2Kountry Has Moved Stations on SiriusXM, but What's Behind the Change?
The station has been relocated temporarily.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia Has a Skull on One of His Fingers That Some People Think Is Code
The skull on Kilmar Abrego Garcia's hand apparently symbolizes the 3 in MS-13.
Ed Sheeran Has Faced Multiple Copyright Infringement Claims in His Career
Ed Sheeran has been sued more than once over copyright claims.
Kelsey Grammer's Sister Was Murdered 50 Years Ago at Just 18 Years Old
Kelsey Grammer's sister was murdered by two men who killed several people.
'Weapons' Tells a Terrifying Story, but Is There Any Truth Behind Its Plot?
'Weapons' is not based on a true story, but it is somewhat autobiographical.
Rhydo Plays a Pivotal Role in 'Andor' Season 2, but What Actually Is It?
The substance is responsible for Saw Gerrera's lung problems.
Donald Trump Wants to Be the Next Pope, but Is that Actually a Possibility?
Trump said he wants to be the pope, but he's probably joking?
Donald Trump Always Seems to Be Leaning Forward When He Stands, but Why?
Trump's posture has been a mystery for years.
JB Pritzker Is Looking Like a 2028 Frontrunner, but How Did He Make His Money?
Pritzker has often used his wealth as a political asset.
Eagles Quarterback Jalen Hurts Didn't Join His Team for Their White House Visit
The White House explained his absence by citing "scheduling conflicts."
Neil deGrasse Tyson Went Viral After Posing on X With a MAGA Hat
The famed scientist usually espouses views that align more closely with the left.
Shedeur Sanders Apparently Upset NFL Teams During His Interviews Before the Draft
The quarterback slid much further than many analysts expected.