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Taylor Swift's appearance wearing a vintage Sea Otter shirt in her music video led to a surge in donations and the re-release of the shirt, raising over $2 million for the Monterey Bay Aquarium's Sea Otter Program through a limited-edition campaign.
After 352 days and over 10,000 miles, British runner Russ Cook completed his journey of running the length of Africa, from its southern tip to the northernmost point in Tunisia. Despite facing challenges such as theft, injury, and visa problems, Cook persevered and raised over $870,000 for charities supporting homeless youth and displaced people. His remarkable feat was celebrated by supporters as he finished his journey, and he expressed gratitude for the experience despite the physical toll, looking forward to a well-deserved celebration.
After 352 days and over 10,000 miles, British runner Russ Cook completed his journey from the southern to the northern tip of Africa, facing challenges including theft, injury, and visa problems. His run raised over $870,000 for charities supporting homeless youth and displaced people. Cook, known as "Hardest Geezer," expressed exhaustion but triumph as he reached the finish line in Tunisia, surrounded by supporters. He plans to celebrate with a party and live music after his remarkable feat.
After 352 days and 10,000 miles, UK runner Russ Cook completed his goal of running the length of Africa, reaching the continent's northernmost point in Tunisia. Despite facing challenges such as theft, injury, and visa problems, Cook's journey raised over 690,000 pounds for charities supporting homeless youth and displaced people. Cook, who used running to cope with mental health struggles, expressed gratitude for the support and planned to celebrate with a party on the beach.
Tom Brady and Kim Kardashian were seen chatting and laughing at Jay-Z and Meek Mill's VIP blackjack party in Atlantic City. The event was a charity fundraiser for Reform Alliance, and both Brady and Kardashian played blackjack in the tournament. Despite rumors of flirtation in the past, their interactions seemed friendly. They later bid $2 million each on paintings by artist George Condo and caught up in a lengthy conversation. Kardashian flew in from Paris Fashion Week for the event, while Brady was surrounded by women at the afterparty.
Sharon Stone revealed during a charity fundraiser that she lost half of her money due to "this banking thing," following the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank. Stone became emotional during her speech, shedding a few tears as she spoke. Federal regulators announced that they were bailing out SVB customers after the bank's implosion on March 10, which was caused by a combination of rising interest rates, poor financial choices, a bad market for tech, and a bank run. President Biden called on Congress to hold bank executives accountable for their failures.