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U.S. Women’s National Team player Mallory Swanson was recently carried off the field on a stretcher after tearing her patella. There’s no timetable for Swanson’s recovery, but she likely won’t return in time for this summer’s World Cup. She’ll also miss most, if not all, of the National Women’s Soccer League that started in March.…

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Carol Burnett is happy we have this time together. The iconic comedienne, who turned 90 in late April, offered more tunes and time with the help of her celebrity friends. Her birthday was honored with a two-hour special called “Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love” and featured performances from Kristin Chenoweth, Katy Perry,…

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On May 4, also known as Star Wars Day, actress Carrie Fisher will be posthumously honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Fisher, who died from a heart attack in December 2016, played Princess Leia in the “Star Wars” franchise for almost 40 years. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce will reveal Fisher’s…

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“The Voice” season 22 contestant Jay Allen, a former worship leader, recently released a new music video after his mother’s death, sharing the power of her prayers. “No Prayers Like Mama’” was written by Allen and Justin Morgan. Allen’s mother from Alzheimer’s disease in 2019, and his new song hopes to honor her faith in…

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