VidCon co-founder and YouTuber Hank Green has been diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma, a type of cancer. He shared the news in a video on his YouTube channel, vlogbrothers, which he shares with his brother, novelist John Green. Green has received an outpouring of support from fans and friends, and has encouraged people to donate to cancer research and support those fighting cancer.
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Disney has cancelled its plans to expand its operations in Orlando, Florida, citing "changing business conditions" as the reason. The expansion would have included a new employee campus in Lake Nona and the relocation of the company's Imagineering team, and was estimated to cost $1 billion and relocate more than 2,000 California-based employees. Tensions between Disney and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis have been escalating, and with the return of CEO Bob Iger, Disney has decided to abandon the plans and keep its employees in California.
A Florida judge ruled that Erica Herman, the ex-girlfriend of Tiger Woods, must abide by a nondisclosure agreement she purportedly signed and resolve her lawsuits seeking millions from Woods through private arbitration. The judge rejected Herman's claims of sexual harassment, noting that she had not provided any factual specificity for her claims. The ruling means that Herman must now resolve her claims against Woods through private arbitration, with the outcome of the proceedings remaining unknown.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were involved in a two-hour long car chase with paparazzi in New York City, accompanied by Meghan's mother. The couple has been vocal about their disdain for paparazzi and the media attention they receive, and the incident has brought back memories of the tragic death of Princess Diana in 1997. No comment has been made yet on the incident, and it is unclear if any action will be taken against the paparazzi.
Chris Pratt's Mother's Day post has sparked debate, with some criticizing him for not mentioning his ex-wife, Anna Faris. While some people feel that all mothers should be acknowledged, others argue that it is up to the individual to decide who to include in their message. Pratt has not yet responded to the criticism, but many of his followers have come to his defense.
Salman Rushdie was awarded the Freedom to Publish Award at the British Book Awards, in recognition of his courage and determination to stand up for freedom of expression and freedom to publish in the face of ongoing threats. He spoke out against censorship and intolerance, and said that this is a “moment of crisis” for those rights in the West. The award is a new one, given for the first time in 2022.
Martha Stewart has made history as the oldest Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover model ever, appearing on the cover at the age of 81. The other three cover models this year are Megan Fox, Kim Petras and Brooks Nader, and Stewart's cover shot features her with tousled hair and a glamorous look. This year's issue is set to hit stands later this week, and Stewart's appearance is a testament to her longevity in the media and her ability to remain relevant in a constantly changing industry.
Doyle Brunson, known as the “Godfather of Poker” and “Texas Dolly,” passed away on Sunday. He was a two-time world champion and won 10 World Series of Poker tournaments, and was inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 2002. His influence on the poker world was immense and his legacy will live on for many years to come, with many taking to social media to share their condolences and memories.