Van Halen goes country! This seamless hybrid of Van Halen’s “Jump” with Hank Williams’ “Your Cheatin’ Heart” is absolutely perfect. In fact, it becomes a song of its very own, and a catchy one at that. See more of video editor Bill McClintock’s mashups here. MORE FROM BOING BOING … MORE
(USA TODAY) “Jeopardy!” is getting called out by some fans on Twitter for a final clue deemed way too easy. During Tuesday’s episode, guest host Dr. Sanjay Gupta delivered the controversial clue for the Final “Jeopardy!” round, in which contestants wager a portion of their earnings and write down their answers. The clue was: “In 2019, this public university attempted to trademark…… MORE
(WFMZ) LONGSWAMP TWP., Pa. | On the lonely grassy hills of Bear Creek Mountain Resort in the summer, snow is replaced, with flow. “Really the world’s largest slip and slide festival,” noted Jesse Stone, co-owner of Slide the Slopes. The ski resort in Longswamp Township is welcoming Slide the Slopes. Officials say about a mile…… MORE
Rush singer-bassist Geddy Lee is mourning the loss of his mother, Mary Weinrib, who passed away on Friday (July 2nd). Weinrib, a Holocaust survivor, died just weeks shy of her 96th birthday. Weinrib’s obituary tells a remarkable story of survival and perseverance. She grew up in a Jewish community in Poland, and was forced into…… MORE
AirCar, a dual-mode car-aircraft vehicle moved closer to production this week, fulfilling a key development milestone in a 35-minute flight from the international airport in Nitra to the international airport in Bratislava on June 28th, 2021 … MORE
(WFMZ) – OREFIELD, Pa. | The Jaindl Companies, owner of the iconic A-Treat soda brand, announced on Wednesday they are forming a new product partnership with Just Born Quality Confections, makers of Mike and Ike candies. Leadership at the two Lehigh Valley companies say they collaborated to craft new soft drinks that include two fan-favorite…… MORE
Easton is opening fire hydrants throughout the city to help residents beat the heat. The City of Easton is opening fire hydrants at the following locations Wednesday from noon to 6 p.m.: Wilkes Barre & McKeen Milton & Reynolds Charles & Kleinhans 11th & Butler 12th Street side of Paxinosa School 9th & Jackson 11th &…… MORE
A couple revealed the gender of their expected baby to their family and friends with a WWE-style wrestling match, with the competitors dressed in pink and blue tutus representing “Team Girl” and “Team Boy,” respectively. The gender reveal-wrestling match begins with the competitors standing at opposite corners of the pink and blue ring, before the referee—American…… MORE
…presents “Kids and Carnivals!” brought to you by Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital NEW Children’s ER Warren County Farmers Fair | July 31 – August 7 Warren County Fairgrounds, Phillipsburg | Affordable Family Fun | Rides, Games, Music, Entertainment including live music, demolition derby, tractor pulls and more | Admission for kids 6-12 is $5,…… MORE
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle‘s life story is headed to Lifetime once again — and fans are getting a first look at the flick. Harry & Meghan: Escaping the Palace will follow the most recent chapter in the couple’s life as they make the difficult decision to step back from royal life and relocate their…… MORE
