CNT Photo of the Day July 31, 2021 The Curvy Road
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Country music star leaves $1,000 tip for Waffle House waitress
By Avery Newmark, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Troy Warren for CNT A waitress working at a Waffle House in Greensboro, North Carolina got a nice surprise when she was tipped $1,000 by a country music star. That night, Shirell “Honey” Lackey was working a double shift and caring for her daughter as she tended to customers at the busy restaurant. The musician, whom Lackey would like to keep anonymous, and his entourage came in to pick up a to-go order. After leaving an initial $50 tip, the country singer was inspired to leave an additional $1,000 when he witnessed Lackey’s work ethic.…
‘Black Adam’ Producer Says DC Film Will Feature Technology That “Has Never Been Done Before”
BY ABBEY WHITE | HollywoodReporter.Com Troy Warren for CNT Hiram Garcia teased the special effects team was "put to work" before explaining the movie's PG-13 rating and how it might connect with the rest of the DC multiverse. When Black Adam flies into theaters next summer, the ancient antihero will be doing it with the help of new technology. Hiram Garcia, a producer on the DC film, told Collider that the special effects team was “put to work” and that the technology used to show off the character’s abilities is totally “unique.” “The technology we’re using to make Black Adam fly has never been done before.…
Bob Dylan Beats Lawsuit Over $300M Songs Sale
BY ERIQ GARDNER | HollywoodReporter.Com Troy Warren for CNT A New York judge rules that Jacques Levy, who shares credits on songs including "Hurricane," merely is entitled to a portion of licensing income. Bob Dylan can rest easy that he won’t have to hand over a portion of his $300 million sale of his entire song catalog to Universal Music. On Friday, a New York judge rejected a complaint from the estate of Jacques Levy, who collaborated with Dylan on his 1976 album Desire. Levy’s widow targeted at least $7.25 million from the sale of 10 songs, including “Hurricane,” but Dylan argued that the songs were written under a…
Saudi Arabia Set To Reopen to International Travelers
LAURIE BARATTI | TravelPulse.Com Troy Warren for CNT Saudi Arabia just announced that it will resume international tourism on August 1, and visitors from 49 countries are eligible for its tourism e-visas. Those who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 will be allowed to enter the country without a quarantine. A web portal is available for travelers to register their vaccination status in advance. Foreign arrivals will also be required to provide proof of a negative PCR test taken no more than 72 hours prior to their departure, plus a vaccination certificate that’s been approved by the official health authorities of the issuing…
What Is a Truffle and Why Is It So Expensive?
By Katlyn Moncada | BHG.Com Troy Warren for CNT White and black truffles are some of the most costly ingredients in the world. But what exactly are truffles, anyway? And why is the price tag so steep? Get those answers and more in this deep look into the tiny coveted underground mushrooms. Several years ago I enjoyed a fancy multi-course meal with one standout dish I still dream about: truffle risotto. It was my first experience with truffles (and legit risotto, for that matter), and I savored every last bite. Fast forward to a couple of weeks ago, and I accomplished another…
Digital Legacy: How Apple’s new iOS 15 feature protects your data after you die
Shelby Brown | CNET.Com Troy Warren for CNT Select a trusted contact to deal with your stored photos, notes and more after you pass away. Death can be an uncomfortable topic, but in the digital age, it's important to know your late loved one's data and information isn't floating out in the wilds of the internet. At WWDC this year, Apple added some improvements to the iCloud under iOS 15 -- account recovery and digital legacy. Digital Legacy allows you to select a contact and give them access to your iOS data in the event of your death. iOS 15 won't be generally available until…
Disney sued by Black Widow star Scarlett Johansson over movie’s streaming release
Joan E. Solsman | CNET.Com Troy Warren for CNT Johansson alleges the Disney Plus release violated her contract and affected how much she was paid. Disney is being sued by Black Widow star Scarlett Johansson over the company's decision to sell the Marvel blockbuster on its streaming service Disney Plus simultaneously with its release in theaters. The suit alleges that Disney breached Johansson's contract, claiming she was guaranteed an exclusive theatrical release and missed out on compensation because her pay was partly tied to the the film's box-office performance -- but not on any success streaming. Disney said the complaint had "no merit whatsoever." "The lawsuit is especially sad and distressing…
Tested: 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 RST Is All about the Engine
BY EZRA DYER | CarAndDriver.Com Troy Warren for CNT A 420-hp 6.2-liter V-8 helps the Chevy Silverado keep up. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 was new for 2019, but in the crucible of full-size-truck competition, it feels like it's been around for far longer than that. Ram is out there with an air suspension and a million-dollar interior, while Ford will sell you a hybrid F-150 that can run your house as a backup generator. The redesigned Silverado introduced some interesting new powertrains—a diesel V-6 that's EPA rated as high as 33 mpg highway and a turbocharged four-cylinder that will tow 9600 pounds—but most Silverados are…
Jamie Lee Curtis Says Her Youngest Child Is Trans, Has Watched Her Daughter Transition With “Pride”
BY ABBEY WHITE | HollywoodReporter.Com Troy Warren for CNT The 'Halloween' and 'Knives Out' actress shared the news that her youngest child has transitioned and is expected to be married next year, in a recent interview with AARP magazine. Jamie Lee Curtis’ youngest child with husband Christopher Guest has transitioned. The Knives Out and Halloween actress proudly shared the news with her daughter Ruby’s permission in a new interview with AARP magazine. The wide-ranging conversation touches on the philanthropist, actor and author’s “great mental migration” that started in her 50s after raising her two children into adulthood, overcoming drug addiction and “doing a whole lot of reading.” Describing…