Trump’s order froze that provision, requiring individuals to list their biological s** on official documents. The move drew strong criticism from LGBTQ+ advocates and affected individuals. In response, the ACLU sued the Trump administration, arguing the policy violated constitutional rights and exposed transgender and non-binary people to discrimination. Federal Judge Julia Kobick recently blocked the … Read more
A painful Wheel of Fortune moment unfolded Tuesday night when contestant Nikol Gamble mistakenly guessed the wrong letter—despite nearly solving a 12-word puzzle in the “Song Lyrics” category. The board read:SEE / THE / LINE / WHERE / THE / S _ Y / MEETS / THE / SEA / IT / CALLS / ME.
Gamble, a Houston escape room owner, guessed “O,” saying, “See the line where the soy meets the sea”—even after host Ryan Seacrest noted no vowels were left. The buzzer sounded. The audience gasped. Fellow contestant Rachael Traywick quickly solved it correctly: “Sky,” a lyric from Moana’s “How Far I’ll Go.” The moment went viral, with … Read more
When I arrived at the hospital to bring home my wife and newborn twins, I was met with heartbreak: Suzie was gone, leaving only a cryptic note. As I juggled caring for the babies and unraveling the truth, I discovered the dark secrets that tore my family apart. As I drove to the hospital, the … Read more
My daughters were sleeping in their bassinets, but Suzie was gone. I thought she might have stepped out for fresh air, but then I saw the note. I tore it open, my hands trembling. “Goodbye. Take care of them. Ask your mother WHY she did this to me.” The world blurred as I reread it. … Read more
Peter Yarrow, singer-songwriter and member of the iconic folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary, has died at 86 after a four-year battle with bladder cancer, according to The Guardian. Yarrow helped create timeless songs like “Puff the Magic Dragon,” “The Great Mandala,” and “Day Is Done,” either solo or alongside bandmate Noel Paul Stookey, who … Read more
In 1961, he teamed up with Stookey and Travers under manager Albert Grossman, launching Peter, Paul and Mary into folk stardom with hits like “If I Had a Hammer” and “Lemon Tree.” Beyond music, Yarrow was deeply involved in activism, performing at the 1963 March on Washington and speaking out against the Vietnam War. In … Read more
A license plate in Perth has gone viral for its clever disguise, becoming a social media sensation. The plate, spotted on a Kia Sportage in a shopping center, reads “370HSSV.” When flipped upside down, it reveals the word ‘ahe.’ The post, shared by Jeffrey on The Bell Tower Times 2.0 Facebook page, quickly gained traction, … Read more
The driver’s tactic to bypass Western Australia’s transport officials adds intrigue. Despite nearly 1,000 personalized plate rejections last year for offensive content, this plate went unnoticed. Rejected plates like SAUC3D and RAMP4GE hint at inappropriate content, while others suggest illicit activities. Personalized plates are more popular among men, but not all applications pass the review … Read more
When we walked into that city council chamber, I never expected anything to change. I wasn’t there to speak; I was simply showing up to support funding for the service animal program. What I didn’t expect was that a quiet moment, one that seemed insignificant at first, would turn into something life-changing for my son … Read more