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Rachel DeMita's tenure with Big3 ended after she tweeted about Caitlin Clark's highlights during a game she was covering, which was considered the final straw by the league. DeMita, a popular basketball influencer, had been with Big3 since last season, and her departure was confirmed via social media.
Richard Simmons caused concern with a tweet that appeared to suggest he was dying, but he quickly clarified that it was meant to be an inspirational message about embracing every day. His representative confirmed that Simmons is healthy and happy, and the tweet was not an indication of his health. Simmons, who has been relatively out of the public eye, has been active on social media and recently expressed mixed feelings about a biopic about his life.
"Dukes of Hazzard" star John Schneider denies calling for President Joe Biden to be "publicly hung" in a viral tweet, stating that his words were misinterpreted and that he did not imply any act of violence. Schneider defended his position that some leaders in Washington have lost their way and corruption is rampant, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability. The Secret Service is aware of the comments but does not comment on matters involving protective intelligence. Schneider has previously expressed his distaste for the president and claimed bias against conservatives in Hollywood. This controversy comes after Schneider's appearance on "The Masked Singer," which he credits as a source of support during his grieving process for his late wife.
Actor John Schneider, known for his role in "Dukes of Hazzard," suggested in a now-deleted tweet that President Joe Biden should be publicly executed. Schneider's tweet came in response to a tweet from Biden about the threats posed by former President Trump. Schneider later denied calling for violence, stating that his comment was a reflection of his belief that some leaders in Washington have lost their way. The U.S. Secret Service is reportedly investigating the tweet, as threats against the president are considered a violation of federal law.
New York Times columnist David Brooks admits he made a mistake and was "stupid" to post a tweet complaining about the cost of his airport dinner, which sparked a firestorm of backlash and accusations of being out of touch. Brooks now acknowledges that his tweet was insensitive and failed to recognize the vast difference between his own experience and the struggles faced by families living paycheck to paycheck. The tweet garnered millions of views and led to numerous memes and ridicule.
Steve Harvey apologizes for a tweet asking fans to name the unfunniest comedian, clarifying that it was not him who posted it and expressing his frustration with the mean-spirited and negative nature of the tweet. The tweet gained significant traction before being deleted, and Harvey's social media team, who were responsible for the post, will be seeking new employment.
Senator Shehu Sani claims to have turned former governor Nasir El-Rufai into a reggae artist and Rastafarian, in response to El-Rufai's tweet expressing his love for reggae music and Bob Marley. Sani's comment came as a jibe towards El-Rufai, with whom he has had previous disagreements.
The GOP tweeted a message celebrating US Independence Day with a graphic featuring a flag resembling that of Liberia. The tweet has since been deleted, but the mistake was preserved. The GOP may repost it on Liberia Independence Day, but it would still be incorrect due to the wrong number of stripes on the flag.
In Succession season 4 episode 6, Swedish billionaire Lukas Matsson tweets "Doderick Macht Frei" during Kendall Roy's presentation, which turns out to be a Holocaust joke. "Macht Frei" are the final two words in the German phrase "Arbeit macht frei," which appeared on the entrances of several Nazi concentration camps. Doderick is the name of Waystar Royco's cartoon dog mascot. Matsson compares Waystar Royco's plan to house the biggest Waystar fans on one campus to concentration camps. Kendall responds gracefully to the tweet, and Matsson quietly deletes it.
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins tweeted on Sunday that he doesn't want a raise, but then deleted the tweet without explanation. Hopkins recently hired an agent, leading to speculation that he wants a new contract. However, no team has made a move to acquire him, possibly due to concerns about his age and injury history. While Hopkins may want a raise, it's unclear if he'll get one.
Kannada actor and activist Chetan Kumar, popularly known as Chetan Ahimsa, claimed that the Centre had revoked his Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) card. He is currently on bail after his recent arrest by Bengaluru Police over an 'offensive' tweet. The government hasn't clarified its position in the matter as yet.