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Fired 'Jeopardy!' EP Mike Richards Says Aaron Rodgers Was Most Prepared to Replace Alex Trebek | THR News Video

Mike Richards, the former 'Jeopardy!' producer who was famously fired after one day as the TV game show's new host, is speaking out about his experience and revealing that he thinks Aaron Rodgers was the most prepared to replace the late Alex Trebek. Richards was tapped to host 'Jeopardy!' following the death of longtime, beloved host Trebek in 2020 from pancreatic cancer. However, he quickly lost the job after hateful comments he'd made years earlier resurfaced.

Caitlin Clark Selected No. 1 Overall by Indiana Fever in 2024 WNBA Draft

Caitlin Clark Selected No. 1 Overall , by Indiana Fever in 2024 WNBA Draft. The WNBA draft took place on April 15 at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. The WNBA draft took place on April 15 at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. Clark, the record-breaking NCAA star who's amplified interest in women's basketball, is headed to play with Indiana, ESPN reports. . Clark, the record-breaking NCAA star who's amplified interest in women's basketball, is headed to play with Indiana, ESPN reports. . I dreamed of this moment since I was in second grade, and it's taken a lot of hard work, a lot of ups and downs, but more than anything, just trying to soak it in, Caitlin Clark, via statement. The last time that the Fever won a WNBA title was in 2012, ESPN reports. . The last time that the Fever won a WNBA title was in 2012, ESPN reports. . But Clark is determined to help the team "get back to championship habits." . I'm very lucky to be going there to an organization that really loves women's basketball, Caitlin Clark, via statement. You see it today, I think they had 17,000 tickets claimed to just watch the draft. I think that shows the excitement in Indianapolis. It's a great basketball city, Caitlin Clark, via statement. For myself, I can't imagine a more perfect fit, a better place for me to start my professional career, an organization that really just believes in women's basketball and wants to do everything the right way. , Caitlin Clark, via statement. So I couldn't be more excited to get there, Caitlin Clark, via statement. Other top WNBA picks include Cameron Brink and Rickea Jackson, who are headed to the Los Angeles Sparks. Other top WNBA picks include Cameron Brink and Rickea Jackson, who are headed to the Los Angeles Sparks. and Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese, who will play with the Chicago Sky. and Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese, who will play with the Chicago Sky

Ex-Ohtani Interpreter Likely to Face Federal Charges, Sources Say

Ex-Ohtani Interpreter , Likely to Face Federal Charges, Sources Say. NBC reports that Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter may face federal charges in connection with a gambling investigation into a California bookie. . According to sources, Ohtani has been assisting with the investigation. The news from NBC follows a similar report by TMZ that Ippei Mizuhara, the former Ohtani interpreter, will be facing charges by federal authorities. On March 21, Mizuhara was fired by the L.A. Dodgers after attorneys representing Ohtani alleged "massive theft" had occurred related to sports gambling. On March 21, Mizuhara was fired by the L.A. Dodgers after attorneys representing Ohtani alleged "massive theft" had occurred related to sports gambling. In response, Major League Baseball , opened an investigation. . On March 25, Ohtani made his first public comments on the matter, saying that he had been betrayed and lied to, while denying any involvement in gambling. I’m very saddened and shocked that someone who I trusted has done this, Shohei Ohtani, via NBC. Ippei has been stealing money from my account and has told lies, Shohei Ohtani, via NBC. NBC reports that Mizuhara is both Ohtani's interpreter and long-time friend who has had a constant presence beside the baseball phenom. The scandal, involving over $4.5 million in wire transfers from Ohtani's account, was brought to light following reports by ESPN and the 'Los Angeles Times.'

Jimmy Kimmel Talks Oscars 2024, Calls Donald Trump "the Biggest D*ck" | THR News Video

Jimmy Kimmel is calling out Donald Trump, calling him the biggest d*ck during the Oscars' telecast. Kimmel recapped his favorite moments from the 2024 Oscars including the John Cena's naked bit to Trump's mean tweet.

2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees Are Announced

2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees , Are Announced. 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees , Are Announced. This year's honorees are Mary J. Blige, Cher, Dave Matthews Band. This year's honorees are Mary J. Blige, Cher, Dave Matthews Band. This year's honorees are Mary J. Blige, Cher, Dave Matthews Band. Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Kool & The Gang. Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Kool & The Gang. Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Kool & The Gang. Ozzy Osbourne and A Tribe Called Quest, NPR reports. . Ozzy Osbourne and A Tribe Called Quest, NPR reports. . John Sykes, chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation, issued a statement about this year's inductees. Rock & Roll is an ever-evolving amalgam of sounds that impacts culture and moves generations, John Sykes, chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation, via NPR. This diverse group of inductees each broke down musical barriers and influenced countless artists that followed in their footsteps, John Sykes, chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation, via NPR. Additionally, the Musical Influence Award will go to Alexis Korner, John Mayall and Big Mama Thornton. Additionally, the Musical Influence Award will go to Alexis Korner, John Mayall and Big Mama Thornton. Additionally, the Musical Influence Award will go to Alexis Korner, John Mayall and Big Mama Thornton. The Musical Excellence Award will be given to Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick and Norman Whitfield. The Musical Excellence Award will be given to Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick and Norman Whitfield. The Musical Excellence Award will be given to Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick and Norman Whitfield. The Musical Excellence Award will be given to Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick and Norman Whitfield. The Ahmet Ertegun Award, which honors those who don't perform music but have made an impact in the industry, will go to Suzanne de Passe. The induction ceremony will take place on Oct. 19 and will stream live on Disney+. It will be available to view on Hulu the following day and will also air on ABC at a later date. It will be available to view on Hulu the following day and will also air on ABC at a later date

'Golden Bachelor' Stars Gerry Turner & Theresa Nist Divorce 3 Months After Televised ABC Wedding | THR News Video

Beloved 'Golden Bachelor' couple Gerry Turner and Teresa Nist are sadly calling it quits. Just three months after tying the knot in an ABC special in January, the couple, whose engagement was revealed in Nov, announced they are getting a divorce. They sat down with 'Good Morning America' to reveal their decision but offered little to an audience that will want to know what happened after witnessing their inspiring later-in-life love story unfold.

Ford Orders Recall Over Potential SUV Gas Leak

Ford Orders Recall , Over Potential SUV Gas Leak. ABC reports that Ford has ordered a recall for almost 43,000 small SUVs due to a potential risk of fire. . The recall impacts some Bronco Sport SUVs from 2022 and 2023, as well as 2022's Escape SUVs. . According to Ford, gasoline can leak from fuel injectors near or onto hot engine surfaces, which increases the risk of starting fires. The recall does not reportedly include repairing any potential fuel leak, which the company claims only impacts about 1% of their SUVs. ABC reports that Michael Brooks, executive director of the nonprofit Center for Auto Safety, has called Ford's decision a "Band-aid type recall.". Brooks claims that even a 1% failure rate is high and places drivers at potential risk for a crash. The NHTSA said that it lacks legal authority to pre-approve recall fixes. . The agency added that it would, "closely track their performance using field data.". However, Brooks suggests that Congress needs to change laws so that the NHTSA can , "require something more than the rubber stamp that NHTSA is currently deploying.”. That is a post-remedy inquiry that won't make the fixes better, and further stretches out the process and leaves consumers in limbo. , Michael Brooks, executive director of the nonprofit Center for Auto Safety, via ABC

US Life Expectancy on the Rise Following Pandemic Decline, CDC Report Says

US Life Expectancy on the Rise , Following Pandemic Decline, CDC Report Says. According to the latest federal mortality data, life expectancy in the United States increased in 2022. . The report published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) raised life expectancy to 77.5 years. The report published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) raised life expectancy to 77.5 years. The positive change comes after two years of decline following the pandemic. The positive change comes after two years of decline following the pandemic. While life expectancy has yet to reach pre-pandemic levels, 2022 showed an increase of 1.1 years compared to 2021. 2022 ended up recording 3.27 million deaths in the U.S., which was 184,374 fewer deaths than the year before. According to the report, heart disease and cancer remained the two most prevalent causes of death in the U.S. . According to the report, heart disease and cancer remained the two most prevalent causes of death in the U.S. . COVID-19 dropped to fourth on the list, and unintentional injuries took over the number three spot. COVID-19 dropped to fourth on the list, and unintentional injuries took over the number three spot. ABC reports that both males and females saw approximately the same increase in life expectancy from 2021 to 2022. Over the same period of time, the death rate decreased for nearly every age group. . Another NCHS report found that rates of drug overdose deaths from synthetic opioids increased by 4.1% between 2021 and 2022.

Phase One Investigative Maui Wildfire Report to Be Released Next Month

Phase One Investigative Maui Wildfire Report , to Be Released Next Month. ABC reports that seven months after deadly wildfires devastated Maui, an investigative report will be released on April 17, 2024. Hawaii Attorney General Anne Lopez commissioned the Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI) to conduct an independent investigation alongside several local agencies. The first phase of the investigation is meant to analyze how the disaster unfolded during the first 24 to 72 hours, as well as its aftermath. . The report also includes a comprehensive timeline of events. . According to the AG's office, the FSRI research team ran into unexpected delays while gathering information critical to their review. . In November of 2023, subpoenas were served to the Maui Emergency Management Agency, the County of Maui Department of Public Works and the County of Maui Department of Water Supply. Those subpoenas demanded materials relevant to the investigation, including documents and photos, as well as video and audio recordings. Being able to review all of the data, which is extensive, has a tremendous impact on the comprehensive analysis of the fire incident and our recommendations to make Hawaiʻi a safer place to live, work and play, Steve Kerber, Ph.D., PE, vice president and executive director of FSRI, via ABC. An analysis of this magnitude cannot be rushed, and we must allow for the time needed to make sure this investigation, based on science, is done correctly, Anne Lopez, Hawaii Attorney General, via ABC. I am confident that the Phase One report will provide some answers to the questions surrounding the tragic wildfire incident, Anne Lopez, Hawaii Attorney General, via ABC