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R&B singer Chris Brown is celebrating a new academic honor after receiving an honorary doctorate from a Dallas-based private Christian university, though the recognition is also drawing scrutiny online over the school’s accreditation status. Brown, 37, shared photos on Instagram showing himself dressed in academic regalia while accepting an honorary Doctor of Philosophy in Visual…

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Actor Neal McDonough is opening up about one of the darkest seasons of his life, revealing that his refusal to compromise his marriage and personal convictions led to career fallout, financial ruin, and a battle with alcohol — before faith and family helped him rebuild. In a recent interview, the 60-year-old actor reflected on being…

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Fans and drivers across the NASCAR world paused in grief Sunday as Kyle Busch was honored during an emotional tribute at Charlotte Motor Speedway, just days after the racing champion’s sudden death at age 41. The heartbreaking ceremony took place ahead of the Coca-Cola 600 race and centered around Busch’s grieving family, including his wife,…

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Three months after actor James Van Der Beek’s death, his widow, Kimberly Van Der Beek, is sharing how her family is still coping with deep grief and how their faith is helping them get through it. Kimberly posted on Instagram about what life has been like since losing her husband to colorectal cancer at age…

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