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Ash Trevino's Legal Reckoning: Influencer Pleads Guilty to Welfare Fraud After Viral Arrest
Ash Trevino, a controversial content creator with over 500,000 followers across Instagram and Snapchat, has entered a plea deal following her arrest late last year. According to court docs obtained by PEOPLE, the 37-year-old internet personality—whose full name is Ashley Lopez-Trevino—pleaded guilty to charges of welfare fraud and fraudulent securing of document execution on Aug. 5.
By Mark Lim 3 months ago in Journal
North West's Dark 'Aishite' Video: A 13-Year-Old's Cry for Love in a World of Betrayal
North West is laying it all out on the mic. The 13-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West released a new music video for her song "Aishite" on Thursday, Aug. 6, a dark, horror-inspired visual that arrives just days after her first headlining tour was abruptly canceled.
By Mark Lim 3 months ago in Journal
Brandon Clarke's Cause of Death Revealed: Grizzlies Star's Tragic Passing Linked to Heroin and Cocaine
The County of Los Angeles Department of Medical Examiner has determined the cause of death for Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke, who passed away unexpectedly in May at the age of 29. The medical examiner ruled that Clarke's death was accidental, citing "the effects of heroin and cocaine" as the cause.
By Mark Lim 3 months ago in Journal
Li family sold the UK. Now He's Selling Oz.
The Li family has put EDL Energy, an Australian sustainable power producer, up for sale. Local financial media report that CK Infrastructure Holdings has hired Morgan Stanley and Barclays to find buyers. The valuation range is A$2 billion to A$3 billion – about HK$11.08 billion to HK$16.66 billion.
By Jin3 months ago in Journal
She Smashed a Statue and Said "Watch Me." The Internet Watched Her Die.
Guangzhou, August 10, 2026, a clear day. A girl stopped breathing in an ICU. Her name was Jiang Xiaorou. She was 24. Tubes ran from her body. Around her, the monitors traced flat, unbroken lines.
By Jin3 months ago in Journal
The Reagan Family Reunion Continues: Will Estes Joins 'Boston Blue' Season 2
The Reagan family is expanding its presence in Beantown. On Friday, Aug. 7, Donnie Wahlberg shared a photo on his Instagram Stories featuring him and fellow Boston Blue stars Sonequa Martin-Green, Marcus Scribner, Mika Amonsen, and a very familiar face. Sitting with them was Will Estes, who played Jamie, the brother of Wahlberg’s Danny Reagan on Blue Bloods .
By Mark Lim 3 months ago in Journal
On the Good Foot
When I was twenty-five, I landed a job waiting tables at the Word of Mouth Cafe on Broad Street in Augusta. They called me Monday of Masters Week, would I please come work there? I had walked on a shift at Friday’s the previous Friday (the Masters schedule didn’t please me), so I needed the work and graciously accepted. Whew!
By Harper Lewis 3 months ago in Journal
Jeremiah and Hannah Duggar Quietly Welcome Fourth Baby, Embracing Parenthood with Intentional Joy
Jeremiah Duggar and his wife Hannah have officially become parents for the fourth time, welcoming a new baby into their rapidly growing family. The couple shared the joyful news in a joint Instagram post on Friday, August 7, offering followers a glimpse of their newest addition, lovingly cradled in their arms, alongside their three older daughters: Emery, 14 months; Brielle, 2; and Brynley, 3. Notably, they chose not to reveal the baby’s name or sex in the announcement a deliberate and significant departure from the highly documented, detail-heavy births that characterized earlier generations of the Duggar family. Instead, their caption centered on presence over performance, emotion over exposition: “The sweetest moments we’ve ever known. Life feels busier than ever, yet we find ourselves trying to slow down to just soak in these days with our littles. And we wouldn’t have it any other way!”
By Mark Lim 3 months ago in Journal
Influencer Joe Felz’s Cause of Death Confirmed as Suicide Amid Family’s Plea for Privacy and Truth
The Paulding County Coroner’s Office has officially confirmed that influencer Joe Felz died by suicide via hanging, bringing a somber resolution to days of uncertainty following the August 3 announcement of his passing by his girlfriend, Alxzondra. The confirmation, shared with PEOPLE on August 7 and first reported by TMZ, marks the tragic end of a life that had inspired over 1.4 million followers across Facebook and Instagram through candid documentation of van life, small business ownership, and spiritual exploration. Yet even as official facts emerge, Felz’s loved ones continue to navigate not only profound grief but also the corrosive spread of misinformation online, a secondary trauma that underscores the complex, often painful intersection of public persona and private sorrow in the digital age. This moment demands more than acknowledgment of cause; it calls for reflection on how we mourn creators whose lives were shared openly yet remained deeply human beneath the curated surface.
By Mark Lim 3 months ago in Journal
Danica Patrick Silences Body Shamers with Protein, Muscle, and a Masterclass in Self-Assurance
Danica Patrick has never been one to back down from a challenge, whether on the racetrack or in the public eye. On Monday, August 3, the 44-year-old former NASCAR driver and IndyCar star shared a series of vibrant Instagram photos from a beach vacation, captioning them with playful enthusiasm about the adventurous transit that got her there: “We saw so many beautiful beaches… but the modes of transportation it took to get there were half the fun😜!!!!! 🛥️ 🚌 🛩️🚤🚁🏄🏻‍♂️.” The images showed Patrick in a bikini, radiant and clearly enjoying herself. Yet within hours, the comments section devolved into a familiar pattern of body policing, with numerous followers telling her to “eat something” or claiming she was “way too skinny.” Rather than ignore the noise or respond with anger, Patrick chose a more potent rebuttal: transparency, education, and unapologetic confidence.
By Mark Lim 3 months ago in Journal
Kaia Gerber Doesn’t See the Cindy Crawford Resemblance Everyone Else Does: “I’m Not Even Close”
For decades, the public has drawn parallels between Kaia Gerber and her legendary mother, Cindy Crawford. From matching beauty marks to similar bone structure and runway poise, the comparisons have been relentless and largely affectionate. Yet in a candid new interview with Yahoo published August 5, Gerber revealed a surprising truth: she doesn’t see it herself. “It’s an honor when people tell me I look like my mom. I wish I did,” the 24-year-old said. “I think even on my best days, I’m not even close.” The admission offers a rare glimpse into the internal experience of growing up as the daughter of one of fashion’s most recognizable faces, where external perception and self-image exist in perpetual tension.
By Mark Lim 3 months ago in Journal
Este Haim and Monica Barbaro Forge Instant Bond on Set of One Night Only as Film Hits Theaters
At the New York City premiere of One Night Only on Monday, August 3, Este Haim couldn’t stop gushing about her co-star Monica Barbaro. “Me and Monica definitely bonded over feeling like we were kids that wandered onto a movie set,” the 40-year-old musician and actress told PEOPLE, capturing the delightful disbelief that often accompanies unexpected career pivots. “I think we were both just like, ‘How did we get here?’ But we’re glad that we did. Monica’s the best. We have the same sense of humor. I love her so much. We have the best time.” That genuine affection translates directly to the screen in Universal Pictures’ new romantic comedy, which arrives in theaters nationwide on August 7.
By Mark Lim 3 months ago in Journal