Rodessa Barrett Porter, the last living member of the Barrett Sisters, a Chicago gospel three known for their enthusiastic operatic voice and exciting harmonies, passed away on December 16 in Harvey, Illinois. She was 94. According to her grandson Jonathan Scrutchens, she died in a hospital after suffering complications from a stroke. The Barrett Sisters…… MORE
Here Are Tips For Returning Holiday Gifts
The National Retail Federation predicts more than $890 billion worth of holiday gifts will be returned this year. Here are some tips for taking back that oversized sweater: Amazon has a deadline of Jan. 31st for all items purchased between Nov. 1st and Dec. 31st. Walmart also has a Jan. 31st deadline, for purchases going…… MORE
What It Would Cost To Live Like The ‘Home Alone’ Family Today, According To Financial Advisors
The classic Christmas movie “Home Alone” features the wealthy McCallister family, who live in a luxurious home and take extravagant trips. However, a financial planner’s analysis reveals that their lifestyle may not be as financially secure as it appears. The family’s spending habits and lack of disclosed income raise questions about their financial stability. Financial…… MORE
AAA Predicts Record Holiday Travel
Holiday travel in the U.S. is expected to reach record levels, with over 119 million people traveling at least 50 miles from home between Saturday and New Year’s Day. Airlines anticipate carrying 54 million passengers during this period, a 6% increase from last year. Despite potential government shutdowns, airport operations are expected to continue, with…… MORE
What To Expect Traveling This Season
Traveling over the holidays? Expect busy roads and airports. AAA is predicting another record-breaking holiday travel period, with more than 119 million people traveling at least 50 miles between this Saturday and New Year’s Day. Roughly 54 million passengers are expected to fly over the holidays, a 6% increase from last year.… MORE
The Preacher’s Wife Comes To Stage!
A well-loved holiday favorite is taking center stage in Detroit. A brand-new stage production will bring “The Preacher’s Wife” to life. Award-winning gospel singer Kierra Clark Sheard is bringing the film to life on stage, which originally starred Denzel Washington and Whitney Houston. Sheard, the play’s creative director, discussed the production on “Live In The…… MORE
“All I Want For Christmas…”
It’s time and Mariah Carey thinks she’s easy to buy Christmas gifts for. The singer, also know as the Queen of Christmas, releases a new video every year to get everyone in the holiday spirit. Carey mentioned that she really appreciates the time and effort people put into choosing gifts for her, emphasizing that it’s…… MORE
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Disney says it will name CEO Bob Iger’s second successor in 2026
Walt Disney announces a new CEO replacement for Bob Iger in early 2026, with James Gorman of Morgan Stanley named as board chair. Gorman will step down from Morgan Stanley at the end of 2024 to take on the role at Disney in January. The succession plan follows turmoil and negative earnings reports at Disney,…… MORE