While Fonseca is out we have his Best of Calls:
Trending
- Mashable says Apple's highly anticipated foldable iPhone won't be available until 2026 due to supply chain issues
- View from the Wing says American Airlines has allegedly hiked first and second checked bag fees to $40 and $45. They are the most expensive bag fees in the industry
- The News International says Meghan Markle won't be a part of the upcoming 'Suits' spin-off. The new series will feature a fresh cast, with the possibility of some cameo appearances from the show’s original actors.
- The Daily Beast says Vladimir Putin gifted a luxury car to Kim Jong Un for Valentine's Day. The Aurus is a Russian luxury car that resembles a Rolls Royce. Kim's sister expressed gratitude, calling it a symbol of their special bond.
- Maeil Business News says Baskin Robbins is partnering with ChatGPT to create new ice cream flavors. The two companies hope to create a new offering every month
- CNN says Uber Eats is launching robot deliveries. The autonomous robots will start delivering Eats orders on the streets of Tokyo next month. They use AI and computer vision tech to navigate sidewalks.
- Totally The Bomb says Hidden Valley has released a Cheez-It flavored ranch dressing
- Yahoo News says Chocolate Chip Ice Cream sales are plummeting. They have dropped by 22% since 2018. The New York Times cites changing tastes and a multitude of flavors as possible reasons.
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Starbucks Selling Pork-Flavored Coffee: CNN says Starbucks in China is selling a pork flavored coffee to mark the Lunar New Year. The "Abundant Year Savory Latte" is made with braised pork sauce, espresso and steamed milk. The $9.45 drink has a dark red sauce on top along with a pork skewer. Starbucks says, "Eating meat means prosperity in the coming year"
Dua Lipa tells Rolling Stone magazine that her parents have always encouraged her. “My parents are really the people I look back on for everything. While I was a kid, they never made me feel like anything was ever wrong. They know they tried to give me as normal of a childhood as they could, while at the same time just working so hard, and working in bars, and restaurants, and pubs, and all that.”
Tate McRae tells Vogue magazine that she feels like she's in a whole new phase of her life. "I just feel a lot more grown, and that I've gone through experiences that I was too terrified to talk about before. I feel like I can be more open, more vulnerable, more ME. It's such a freeing feeling."
Teddy Swims tells Grammy.com that you have to believe in yourself in order to become successful. "People can say they believe in you, but they're not going to understand your vision or your dream. So you just got to keep doing what you do, because no one's going to do it for you."
Sky News says a Brazilian woman appeared in court for allegedly sending Harry Styles 8,000 cards in a month. Myra Carvalho wrote many of the letters and cards herself. She was placed in custody for stalking and has an April 19th court date
Gwen Stefani tells The Daily Star that singing old No Doubt songs almost makes her sick. "I can't listen to a lot of songs because they speak so clearly to me. You have regrets, you make mistakes, and a lot of songs are about that. When I do 'Ex-Girlfriend', when I say it I almost throw up in my mouth because I just know exactly where I was at the moment to write that song. It brings you right back." No Doubt is reuniting for Coachella
The Weeknd tells TheFader.com that he may be closing the book on his chapter as 'The Weeknd'. "I’m going through a cathartic path right now. It’s getting to a place and a time where I’m getting ready to close the Weeknd chapter. I’ll still make music, maybe as Abel, maybe as The Weeknd. But I still want to end The Weeknd. And I will. Eventually. I’m definitely trying to shed that skin and be reborn."
Usher says he regrets slapping Nicki Minaj's butt during their 2014 MTV VMAs performance. People magazine quotes him as saying, "I think I was reaching a bit when I smacked her, though. I shouldn’t have smacked her. I shouldn’t have did that."
Radar Online says Dakota Johnson is allegedly devastated by the poor reviews of her movie “Madame Web”. A source says, "People say she was beside herself, sobbing on her boyfriend Chris Martin's shoulder and that her mom and dad were worried sick about her. Dakota has desperately tried to shed the nepo baby tag for as long as she's been acting. It certainly will be difficult for her to recover from a disaster of this magnitude! With all of the bad reviews, Dakota's petrified Madame Web could do even worse and become the biggest Marvel flop of all time. That's the last thing she needs on her resume. No one may hire her after this!
Page Six says Playboy model Zoe Gregory is claiming she and Justin Timberlake had relations when he was dating Cameron Diaz in the early 2000s. She says, “He didn’t want to look like a wimp. We both got in the pool grotto, and we both got down and we ended up fooling around.”
Page Six says Sylvester Stallone underwent seven surgeries after being body-slammed by Steve Austin on the set of "The Expendables." Sly says, “I did stupid stuff. I was directing ‘Expendables‘ and, like an idiot, I’m doing take 10, take whatever, and I remember one slam and I could actually feel one bang. Steve knew. After that film, it was never physically the same. I’ve warned people: Don’t do your own stunts.”
Ace Showbiz says Kevin Costner and his ex-wife, Christine Baumgartner, have officially finalized their divorce after 18 years of marriage. He has been ordered to pay $63,000 a month in child support. Christine was seeking $175,000 per month for their three kids.
The National Enquirer says Jamie Foxx is allegedly eager to rekindle his romance with Katie Holmes. A source says, "Jamie has dated scores of beautiful women in his life, but none came close to matching what he had with Katie. Their chemistry was off the charts. It was a romance born of passion but became so much more. In hindsight, Jamie can't believe he let her slip through his fingers!"
Vulture Magazine says the upcoming Ferris Bueller spinoff is titled "Sam and Victor's Day Off." It is being produced by the Cobra Kai creators. The movie will follow the valet attendants who took Cameron's dad's Ferrari for a joyride
Page Six says Taylor Swift is staying in a luxurious penthouse in Sydney, Australia. The Presidential Villa costs $25,000 per night and features stunning views of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Swift has access to a private infinity pool, a Karaoke room, and a marble bath. She will be performing in Australia this weekend
Marriage Survey
A new study by IllicitEncounters reveals that 72% of men and 54% of women have regrets about getting married. Other findings:
- 10% of people question their decision to marry within the first year of marriage
- 38% of people say they should have stayed with an ex
- 20% of people regret getting married due to no longer being physically attracted to their partner
Top Romantic Gestures Each Zodiac Sign Loves … According to a new article by Best Life Magazine
1. Aries (March 21-April 19): Take them skydiving
2. Taurus (April 20-May 20): Make reservations at a fancy restaurant
3. Gemini (May 21-June 21): Plan an artistic date
4. Cancer (June 22-July 22): Pen a handwritten love letter
5. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Make a grand gesture
6. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Make them something
7. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Host a dinner party with their friends
8. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Schedule a couple's massage
9. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Surprise them with a trip or fun activity
10. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Tell them you're there for them
11. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Score tickets to their favorite show.
12. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Write a poem.
Top 10 Sexiest Physical Traits … According to a new survey by Lelo
1. Strong and hairy legs .. 30%
2. Breasts …. 14%
3. Eyes .. 14%
4. Butt .. 14%
5. Arms … 8%
6. Neck … 8%
7. Navel and hair … 7%
8. Body Shape … 4%
9. Facial Expressions 3%
Dear Fonseca
I can't believe I got written up at work yesterday for a dress issue. Someone complained because I was wearing a button-down shirt that had three buttons open. I feel I'm being discriminated against. How is it okay that 75% of the women in the office wear low-cut tops or dresses and don't get in trouble yet I wear a button-down shirt with three buttons open and now my job is in jeopardy? I think this is a double standard. My HR Director went off the record and told me that someone didn't like my hairy chest showing. Am I being discriminated against? Is there a double standard in the office? Should women in the office be getting written up as well?