A retired Baltimore police officer has been sentenced to life in prison . James Weems Jr. was convicted on multiple charges after a young girl accused him of showing her pornography. The girl attended a day care owned by Weem’s ex-wife. At the time, the man worked for the day care, driving a pickup van. After his actions with the girl were revealed, his ex-wife took matters into her own hands ....

It looks like Rihanna is doing a bit of nesting ahead of the arrival of her second child. This month, Rihanna purchased Matthew Perry’s Los Angeles penthouse for a cool $21 million, and after seeing photos of this pad, which has been nicknamed the “mansion in the sky,” we can totally understand why she snatched it up. The home is in the same building Rihanna currently lives in. As Top Ten Real Estate Deals reported, the building is called The Century, and it’s known for being a haven for celebrities who are looking for security and freedom from paparazzi....

Time for some new bling? Whether you’re looking to indulge yourself a bit this Black Friday shopping season or have people on your list who would enjoy a bit of sparkle, skip the mall jewelry and go for something handmade, unique, gorgeous, and on sale at Etsy . A massive Black Friday sale on jewelry is going on. There is so much to choose from — and the prices are so tempting — you might not have to shop anywhere else....

It’s official: Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco are getting married! On Wednesday night, the Only Murders in the Building star announced that she and Benny are engaged , sharing photos of her new ring and their proposal on Instagram. Selena’s celebrity friends are already sharing how excited they are for her, including Taylor Swift, who is cementing her place in the ceremony extra early. Selena shared the exciting news on Instagram....

It might seem early to shop for Halloween, but let me do the math for you: (1) This hot weather will soon be gone. (2) It’ll be sweater weather. Then it’s Halloween! This year, get the costume you want instead of going as a witch again because that’s all that’s left. These family-themed costumes are wildly popular, and you know you want some! There are also other excellent costumes available for those who plan ahead and shop Target before the rush....

For many mothers, seeing their children graduate from high school is an important milestone. All the work they have put into raising a child into an adult culminates as they watch them walk across the stage and receive a diploma . A mother in Oklahoma wanted to see her youngest son graduate so much that she made it her dying wish . Caleb Woodrum was approaching the end of his senior year when his mother became gravely ill....

Justin and Hailey Bieber are building their own family, but what about the one she was born into? Weeks after declaring that she is no longer “close” with the Baldwins — Hailey’s family of origin — she has become a mom herself. And now, her dad, Stephen Baldwin, is reacting to the arrival of his new grandson, despite the fact that there may be a bit of tension between them these days....

Police have arrested a Pennsylvania couple after they allegedly forced their 15-year-old son to stay out in the snow nearly naked as a cruel form of punishment . A neighbor reportedly called the police on January 22, 2025, after seeing the boy running through the neighborhood and begging for help. Investigators uncovered that it wasn’t just one boy allegedly subjected to abuse but his twin brother as well. Police ultimately arrested the boys’ mother, Tracy Dechant, 42, and stepfather, Joshua Dechant, 36, in connection with the horrific case....

Sometimes life plays out in ways we can never expect and puts people in our path at a moment we’d least expect . That was the case for an 18-year-old man who was training to become a soldier in the US Army. During his training, he ended up in a training unit with an older trainee. There was something about the older man that the younger man recognized, but he would have never expected the connection....

Social media is both a blessing and a curse. It keeps people connected in ways that weren’t possible even just a few years ago. Now, we have instant access to the world and constant bombardment of information. The information that we see on social media often affects the way we think about things, hence the title “social media influencer.” But is all that influence a good thing or is it a breeding ground for trouble?...

As the death toll continues to rise, all eyes remain on Texas Hill Country after floodwaters ravaged the region on July 4, 2025. Among the hardest-hit areas was Kerr County, home to Camp Mystic , a Christian camp for girls. At least 27 of the more than 100 deaths known so far were campers and counselors from Camp Mystic. Some families still don’t know where their children are and are praying for a miracle....

October is Eczema Awareness Month , so I’m chiming in to talk about the skin condition I’ve struggled with since I was a kid. Let’s chat skin care products. I constantly battle with what to use on my face, especially when I’ve found the magic combo … only for a product to be discontinued. It’s been so hard finding product matches over the years. Truthfully, most things burn or cause a breakout because of harsh ingredients ....

In 1983, Hasbro began selling the original six My Little Pony dolls in retail stores all over the world. Available in six different colors, with different names and different personalities, the dolls became a hit right off the bat. While My Little Pony is still pretty popular among kids today, the original doll line was discontinued for the first time in 1992, remade again in 1997, then finally put to bed again in 1999....

One of the best parts of getting to the end of the year is being able to take a few moments to think about all the good things that happened in the last 12 months. As people who love both babies AND celebrity gossip , we’re always excited when some of our favorite singers, actors, and athletes grow their beautiful families. And, let’s be honest, we also loving hearing the newest additions to the universe of sometimes wacky celebrity baby names!...

Halloween may not be the same this year, but it’s still the best opportunity to dress up in a silly outfit you will see for many months. In fact, this is probably the one day of the year when you can dress the pets up without taking any social blowback. The Halloween costumes at Target are seriously on point this year. But, if you want yours delivered, it’s time to place your order....

A family’s life was changed in a few short moments after a tragic accident at their toddler’s day care. While their 2-year-old son was at day care, the toddler got his foot run over by a riding lawnmower, injuring his leg. The toddler then had to have his foot amputated . Since the incident happened, the little boy has been on the long road to recovery and remains hospitalized. There are still many questions about how the incident happened and what will happen next, but the family is mostly focused on healing....

Christen Wilson will never forget July 17, 2025. She was backing out of the driveway when she felt the vehicle hit something. At the time, she had no idea she’d just run over her 2-year-old daughter, Iris. Now, her toddler daughter remains in a medically induced coma while loved ones pray for a miracle . Iris’ family felt called to share their story in hopes of preventing this type of heartache for other parents....

What to Know President Donald Trump is opening up about Sean “Diddy” Combs reaching out to him to ask for a pardon after he was convicted on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution during his 2025 trial. In a new interview with The New York Times , Trump confirmed that he did, in fact, receive a letter from the rapper asking for a presidential pardon, but it sounds like it may not have gone the way that Combs was hoping it would....

The sandwich generation is stressed out for many reasons, such as navigating difficult conversations with aging parents while continuing to care for young children. But what if your parents suddenly found themselves in a tough spot and needed a place to stay? Would you let them move in? What about your in-laws? Are they welcome? Depending on the situation, it might be a tough call. One man’s Reddit post described why the sandwich generation is stressed out, detailing his personal story with his wife’s mother and her boyfriend, whom he believes did not prepare fully for the future....

A woman in Indiana suspected of having untreated schizophrenic disorder reportedly tried to suffocate a child in a grotesque way. Kendra Lee Proctor, 37, was taken into custody and charged with one count of attempted murder but also one count of molesting a child under age 14, because she sat on a 1-year-old girl’s face while not wearing pants or underwear. According to Fox 59, an unnamed adult and unnamed juvenile witness were there when authorities arrived and detailed to them the horrific events that unfolded....