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05/06/2023

If you are wondering whether “Little People, Big World” – ’’LPBW“ - is being renewed for Season 25, we have a short answer—it depends. As of February 2023, there is no official news from TLC (The Learning Channel), the producers of the TV show, about the renewal or cancellation of the reality-TV series. To be fair, it’s too early to tell, since Season 24 wrapped up on 3 January 2023 after 10 eventful episodes, that premiered on 1 November 2022
Fans also had a big scare on 10 January 2023 during the usual air slot - some TV program schedules had an error, announcing that an episode of the TV show would air, even though the season had finished, which prompted speculation on social media. Luckily, that was a mishap, and personal developments and captivating events in the family suggest there is more coming. More importantly, the most prominent family members, Matt and Zach Roloff and Amy, née Roloff, seemingly look forward to more filming in 2023. It’s also worth noting that the show has been on air since 2006, which may increase its chances ofcontinuing. Let’s examine what we know, to see if we can glean the future.
When can we expect more information about the new season? Well, TLC hasn’t renewed or canceled “Little People, Big World” even though Season 24 ended, but that’s not unusual. The production network usually holds off on providing new information until shortly before the new season of its TV show airs. Additionally, ’’LPBW“ aired two seasons per year, in spring and fall. If we assume it will air somewhere close to when Season 23 premiered, 17 May 2022, we can assume that the hype will begin about a month before. With that in mind, viewers can expect an official announcement or rumors about “Little People, Big World” around April 2023.

04/06/2023

Tina Arnold and Meghan Crumpler of the show “1000lb Best Friends" have known each other for many years, but although they’re best friends, many fans have questions about why Meghan and her fiancé Jon stay in the basement of the Arnold’s family home. Tina and her husband have four children, and are now living as a big family of eight since Meghan and her boyfriend moved in.
The Arnold's house flooded during a season 2 episode of “1000lb Best Friends," and the eight occupants were forced to seek temporary shelter in a hotel, where they shared the same room for about three months, while the contractors repaired the damaged home. At this point, many fans began to wonder why Meghan and her boyfriend needed to stay with Tina in the first place. While viewers sought answers to several questions they had, it seems Tina and Meghan weren’t worried, since everything seemed normal.
This has complicated Tina and Meghan's friendship, and fans have expressed mixed feelings over Tina’s continued stay with Meghan. This article explains everything you may want to know regarding the situation.
Apart from featuring in TLC’s “1000lb Best Friends," which is about weight loss, Meghan and Tina are close companions who are loyal to each other. Their friendship spans years, and they have a deeper connection than other cast members in the show.

03/06/2023

At just 12 years old in 2017, Allie Sherlock became an internet sensation when her cover of Ed Sheeran’s “Supermarket Flowers” went viral. Allie, a now teenage girl from Cork City, Ireland, quickly gained fans from all over the world. Currently, the video has over 13 million views on her YouTube, and keeps attracting more views and comments from fans all over the world.
In the same year, she performed at the Miss Universe Ireland pageant, and went on to audition for “Britain’s Got Talent,” proceeding to the second round before elimination. Her viral video of busking on the streets of Dublin caught the attention of Ellen DeGeneres, and secured her an invitation for an appearance, performance and interview on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show”. Since then, Allie has amassed a large following on social media, with over almost six million subscribers and over a billion views of all her videos on YouTube, and more than two million followers on Instagram.
Born in April 2005 in Cork City, Ireland, Allie Sherlock was always destined to be a singer. As a child, she enjoyed singing at home, and would beg her father to take her out busking. Allie lost her mother when she was just nine years old, and during her saddest moments, she used music to cope with the loss. In the same year, she set up a YouTube channel, and began busking on the streets of Dublin when her father gave in, after years of Allie begging to showcase her musical prowess on the streets of her city. Finally, under her father’s watch, with her signature mellow and soulful voice, Allie pulled large crowds who surrounded her as she performed.

02/06/2023

Sasha Hurtado is an American singer and songwriter, most popular from appearing in Season 22 of “The Voice”. She’s one of the most talked about artists in the show, even after her premature elimination from the singing competition. A member of Team Camila Cabello, Team John Legend as well as Team Gwen Stefani, she mesmerized fans all over the nation with her performances.
So what has the rising star been up to since “The Voice”? Follow along to find out more about Sasha Hurtado.

01/06/2023

Parijita Bastola is a Nepali-American singer and songwriter, most known for appearing in season 22 of “The Voice”. One of the most popular contestants, she never failed to impress the fans and coaches with her voice and range. She made it to the Top 8 before being eliminated, saddening the thousands of fans she gained in her time on the show, and who still want to know what this promising artist is up to. Without further ado, read on to find out what Parijita is doing now.
Parijita Bastola was born in 2004, in Maryland, USA, to Nepali native parents - her family relocated to the US shortly before her birth, owing to the political unrest in Nepal. She has an older sister who grew up in India, being separated from the family. Nonetheless, her family is tight knit; she cites her sister as one of the inspirations for her singing interest. She grew up in Severna Park where she attended both elementary and middle school, and where she currently attends Severna Park High School. Her family own a local restaurant, where they incorporate their Nepali roots with a modern twist in the food they serve. One family pastime is tuning in to “The Voice” every Monday, even closing early to watch the singing competition. Little did they know that Parijita would soon become one of the most popular contestants in their favorite show.

31/05/2023

The pilot episode of “The New Yankee Workshop” was filmed in 1989, and featured Abram building a replica of a 17th-century Massachusetts saltbox house. The episode was well-received, and the proposed series was soon picked up by the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) for a full season.
The show quickly became a hit, with audiences captivated by Abram's affable personality and laidback manner which endeared him to viewers, as well as step-by-step instructions and explanations of various carpentry techniques. He showcased the art of woodworking through a variety of projects, from functional workshop accessories to intricate reproductions of antique furniture.
Spanning 21 seasons, the program featured a total of 235 different builds. Alongside indoor furniture and cabinetry, the show also delved into outdoor constructions, including a picturesque gazebo, a functional shed, a verdant greenhouse, a sleek sailing boat, a stately flagpole, a charming mailbox, a decorative cupola, and sturdy fences. In addition, the host often toured locations of great significance to woodworking, bringing the very essence of the craft closer than ever to the average household.
One of the hallmarks of the series was its use of state-of-the-art technology and tools. Abram and his team utilized cutting-edge equipment, such as computer-aided design software and high-tech saws to create precise and accurate projects.

30/05/2023

In 2016, a 13-year-old Romanian-American girl walked onto the set of “America’s Got Talent”, often referred to as “AGT”, to audition for the 11th season of the show. After a nervous conversation with Canadian comedian and game show host Howie Mandel, the teenage girl launched into a performance that would have the name Laura Bretan etched into the brains of every person who watched her performance live. Less than a minute into her performance, Laura had the fastidious Simon Cowell in awe, asking his fellow judges whether the soprano voice was really coming from a 13-year-old. His fellow judge, the songstress and former Spice Girl Mel B, was smiling and swaying her head in appreciation throughout, clearly wonderstruck by the electrifying performance. By the time Laura sang her last note, Howie and Heidi Klum were on their feet, applauding the magical performance they had just witnessed, before Mel B and a still awestruck Simon got to their feet to give the star-in-making the standing ovation she deserved.
As the audience erupted in cheers and tears over the raw power and emotion in her voice, and passion on her face, and the host marveled at Laura’s voice, Mel B was contemplating pressing a button that would change Laura’s life forever. With one push of the Golden Buzzer, Laura Bretan joined other musical prodigies who started their musical journeys in “AGT”, and began her journey to stardom. Fans often wonder, ‘How did Laura Bretan get into one of the largest talent show competitions in the world? Did she live up to the potential that Mel B saw in her? What happened to her, and what is she doing now?’
Laura was born on 7 April 2002 in Chicago, Illinois USA, to migrant Romanian parents. In her conversation with Howie on the day, the whole world started regarding her as a musical prodigy, as Laura traced the origin of her interest in music to her mother, that she’d accompanied her to the audition, and loved to sing. As a child, Laura would sing with her, who recognized her daughter’s passion for music. When she was four years old, Laura began to sing Christian music with her mother’s encouragement, and within a year, Laura had also learned to play the piano.

29/05/2023

“Garage Gold” had a unique concept, which is very similar to “Attic Gold” and “Storage Wars”, which made it a favourite among DIY Network viewers - now known as Magnolia Network - and was the original brainchild of Kraig Bantle.
As the owner of the parent company Garage Brothers, which is responsible for all the activities in “Garage Gold”, Kraig’s services with an odd twist caught the attention of Paper Route Productions and producer Alan LaGarde, who turned the idea into an entertaining show that ran for six seasons.
Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Garage Brothers is a company that provides a cleaning service to customers, wanting to clean out neglected basements, motorhomes, or even storage units, and turn them into useable workspaces.
Kraig and his crew, consisting of the appraiser Mike Gleisinger, mechanic and heavy-lifter ‘Captain’ Ron, and Tony ‘the Muscle’ who works as a heavy-lifter, offer their services free of charge under the condition that they can keep any items and valuables - the common expression is ‘one man’s trash is another man’s treasure’, as consistently demonstrated by Kraig and his cohorts.

28/05/2023

It usually takes time and commitment for someone to become a force to be reckoned with in the music industry. However, Emanne Beasha is a unique young songstress who’s taken the world by storm. She started singing at two years, and made her maiden public performance when aged just six. She also charmed fans with her first appearance on “Arab’s Got Talent” and “America’s Got Talent” – “AGT” - when she was one of the finalists, coming in 9th position, and being a standout contestant in the latter in 2019. Emanne continues to rise in her music career although still young.
In the same year, Emanne signed a deal for worldwide publishing with Sony/ATV. She continues to develop her vocal cords and musical skill, however, she also has another lifestyle away from the music limelight. Read on to learn what Emanne Beasha is doing now, and her achievements.
Born on 18 September 2008, in Amman, Jordan, Emanne Beasha will be turning 15 years in 2023, but she already has great influence in the music industry. Her parents discovered her talent when she was only two years old while they were still in Jordan, but they now live in Florida, USA, so Emanne is an American-Jordanian songstress of Circassian descent.
Emanne began singing opera when six years old, and has been learning from YouTube. She loves performing on stage, and was only seven years old when she gave her first performance, of the National Anthem before a crowd of 10,000 who had gathered for a spring training baseball game in Port Charlotte, Florida.

27/05/2023

When in 2018, NBC announced auditions for the 13th season of “America’s Got Talent”, widely referred to as “AGT”, the stars started turning for Courtney Hadwin. One of the contestants who sent in their application and showed up for the auditions was a 13-year-old girl, who had her eyes set on the coveted grand prize of $1 million, and an opportunity to headline a show at the Luxor Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.
None of the judges or members of the live audience anticipated the performance they were about to witness, as Courtney nervously answered former Spice Girl Mel B’s questions. The soft and mellow voice immediately turned into a strong and sultry mezzo-soprano, that had the audience on its feet as soon as Courtney belted out a few notes of “Hard to Handle” by The Black Crowes. Her passion for both music and performing was written all over her face, as she sang and danced while moving from one side of the stage to the other, keeping her audience engaged. By the time Courtney sang the last notes and finished her performance, she had all judges joining the audience in giving her a standing ovation, with her father applauding proudly as he joined the crowd in celebrating his daughter’s feat.
The stars that were turning throughout Courtney’s performance were close to aligning when Simon Cowell asked Howie Mandel what he thought of the incredible performance. An elated Howie compared Courtney’s performance to the moment Janis Joplin was discovered, lamenting that since he’s not a music producer, he couldn’t offer Courtney a record deal. The only thing he could do was send her to the live shows, and secure a position for her in the finals by making her his choice for the Golden Buzzer. Courtney’s stars aligned when Howie pressed the Golden Buzzer, pushing her forward in her musical journey, by cementing her place in the music industry as a musical prodigy.

26/05/2023

William Sanford ‘Bill’ Nye is an American television host, science advocate, and mechanical engineer, who rose to fame during the mid-‘90s as the presenter of the beloved television show “Bill Nye The Science Guy”.
Bill also gained popular appeal with his vast number of fans and followers through appearances on numerous other media platforms, which included the comedy series “The Big Bang Theory”, “Dancing With The Stars” and many more, as well as the release of the Netflix series “Bill Nye Saves the world”.
What few people know about Bill though, is that the wacky scientist is also a first-rate comedian, who gained his first exposure on television in the comedy sketch show “Almost Live!”, which subsequently inspired the creation of his popular show “Bill Nye The Science Guy”.
Since the cancellation of his first project, Bill certainly hasn’t disappeared off the face of the planet, and has continued to advocate the importance of science, while pursuing a rather successful career in entertainment.
Following the final episodes of “Bill Nye The Science Guy”, William went on to inspire numerous media focused on popularising many sciences, which includes mathematics in the crime drama series “Numb3rs”. Aside from playing a motivational role, Bill also began working on several other projects, though none have proven to be as popular as the original series.
Bill is also known for having written two books, both focused on scientific endeavours taking a look at modern problems and potential scientific solutions, which inspired the 2017 Netflix adaptation of Bill’s initial success with “Bill Nye Saves The World”.

25/05/2023

In 2016, a 12-year-old girl walked onto the stage in the first episode of the 10th season of “Britain’s Got Talent” to audition for the show. Happy that she had earned an audition after having her application to the show turned down the previous year, the young girl gave a few nervous responses to Simon Cowell, then launched into an electrifying performance of “Defying Gravity” from “Wicked -The Musical”.

Her performance had the audience rising in awe, and all four judges on their feet, giving her a standing ovation. At one time during the performance, the angelic voice had Amanda Holden’s skin breaking out in goosebumps - at the end of the performance, Amanda sent the already excited crowd into a frenzy by pressing the Golden Buzzer, marking the moment that launched the British singer Beau Dermott to stardom.

From the moment Beau belted out the first note in her performance, she was a star! She defied the live audience’s, judges’, hosts’, and viewers’ expectations with the level of control she had over her voice, and her ability to hold notes for just the appropriate amount of time. She earned praise and admiration for her ability to adapt her facial expressions to match the notes and lyrics, and ended her performance expertly by holding the last note for a few seconds before ending it abruptly. Beau became an instant favorite in the season, and rode the wave of her newly-found popularity to the spot Amanda Holden’s Golden Buzzer secured her in the final round.

24/05/2023

There’s certainly no shortage of car-flipping shows nowadays on TV, but very few of them stand out for actually giving its audience lots of interesting car content without drama or uninteresting plots. Those are some of the reasons why people have been loving “Restoration Garage” for years, but what also makes the show especial is its host David Grainger, one of the most renowned car experts in the world, not only for his construction and restoration skills, but also for leading impressive and history-making automotive projects throughout his career.
That being said, it’s been a while since we last observed David, leading us to wonder whatever has been going on with him and “Restoration Garage”, whether he’ll continue hosting the show, or if he’s moved on to other projects.
So where is David Grainger now? Stay with us to know what the automotive expert is doing these days, his career and a lot more.
The international popularity achieved by “Restoration Garage” is impressive to say the least, but David Grainger hasn’t let his celebrity status go to his head. A very reserved man, David’s not much of a fan of social media, so it doesn’t offer much of an insight regarding his everyday life or his future endeavors, which only becomes worrisome considering his show has been away from TV screens ever since wrapping up its eighth season in mid-2022.
However, David is certainly still active and working in his Ontario-based business The Guild of Automotive Restorers, as seen in the shop’s highly popular social media accounts, on which videos and quick posts detailing their current projects are often updated.

23/05/2023

Dave Turin found popularity when he joined the reality-television series “Gold Rush”, appearing as a guest in season one in 2010, but going on to become a regular cast member in subsequent seasons. His participation was met with mixed reviews - some viewers loved him and some criticized him. In 2017, he left the show after a violent brawl with another crew member which everyone thought was for good, but two years later, his own spin-off series called “Gold Rush: Dave Turin’s Lost Mine” premiered on Discovery Channel. In 2023, he was back again in the original series, albeit briefly, offering his gold claim to friends as he was retiring from the business.
David “Dave” Turin was born on 21 April 1959, in Portland, Oregon USA, raised in a Christian middle-class household somewhere in the relative wilderness of Mount Hood. It was there that he fell in love with outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, fishing and hunting. He was quite athletic, so didn’t have any problem joining his high school and college football teams. He belonged to a family of quarry miners, and so no one was surprised that after matriculating from Sandy Union High School, he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Engineering from Portland State University.

22/05/2023

Car collector and restorer Mike Hall, has enjoyed immense popularity in the car enthusiasts’ global community, thanks to the success of the reality television series “Rust Valley Restorers,”. The main reason he attracted so much interest was because of his “field of dreams,” also known as a junkyard, which contained over 500 classic cars in need of restoration. In 2021, he reluctantly arranged a public auction to dispose of his massive collection. Unsurprisingly, he ran out of time to restore them all, and they were in danger of going into the crusher, as he’d already sold the land where his cars were kept. This decision delighted his car-crazed fans, as many of them had been eyeing the vintage if rusting vehicles in his junkyard since his TV series was launched in 2018.
In a remote settlement of Tappen in British Columbia near the Rocky Mountains, popularly known as Rust Valley, a five-acre property gained prominence because it was home to both a junkyard and a car restoration shop. These along with its owner Mike Hall became the front and center of the Canadian reality-TV show “Rust Valley Restorers.”

21/05/2023

The moonshine distilling industry also gave birth to the inception of the National Association of Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) sport, which came about after the prohibition period ended, and most moonshine ‘runners’ were out of a job. To maintain their sharp driving skills, many runners began competing against each other on racing circuits, which led to the creation of the now-famous American automotive sport.
With so much interest and mystery shrouding the moonshine distilling industry, it’s no wonder that the once-illegal trade would eventually spawn a dedicated documentary, and with many people entertained by stories of the distillers, one famous documentary eventually became the popular series many have come to love.
As can be expected, the success of the original “Moonshiners” series would lead producers to create spin-offs, which include the most recent “Moonshiners: Master Distillers” series, after the creation of “Moonshiners: Whiskey Business”. Of course, the series also led to the inception of ‘Tickle’, which more specifically followed the intriguing life of one of the show’s most popular distillers, Steven Ray Tickle.

20/05/2023

Although Prince Harry may have attained a reputation for mischief and shenanigans, he nonetheless remained adored as royalty in the UK, and is viewed as a celebrity worldwide.
Born on 15 September 1984, in at St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington, London, England, he was christened Henry Charles Albert David on 21 December later that year. Friends, family and even staff at Kensington Palace grew accustomed to referring to Prince Henry as Harry, and it became normal to do likewise in the media, so as Prince Harry he became known to the world.
Following his christening at St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle, Princess Diana and Prince Charles took Harry on his first royal tour in 1985, visiting Italy. Harry again accompanied the royal family during their visit to Canada in 1991, and also in 1998 after Diana’s unfortunate passing.
Like the other men in his family, Prince Harry attended independent schools, though following his mother’s wishes, Harry also gained exposure to worldly influences such as visits to Disney World and places like HIV Clinics.
It was Diana’s hope that both Prince William and Prince Harry gain broader experiences of the real world, and have a better understanding than previous generations of royal children. Sadly, in 1996 Diana passed away, one of several passengers involved in a car accident in Paris; at the time, Prince Harry was eleven years old.

19/05/2023

Orange County Choppers was a multi-million-dollar customized motorcycle-building business empire, established in 1999 by Paul Teutul Sr. along with his son Paul Jr.. A reality-television series about them called “American Chopper” premiered in 2003, catapulting them to fame such that many chopper-style motorcycle enthusiasts, from regular folks to high-profile celebrities, wanted to commission a bike from their shop. For a time, the Teutuls lived the American dream, until they bit-off more than they could chew, and the company was forced to liquidate its assets. One of them was the Orange County Choppers headquarters, which was valued at $13 million when they built it, but sold for just $2.3 million, a mere fraction of its original cost.
The fascination with chopper-style motorcycles was almost gone by the 1970s, but was resurrected when Jesse James came into the picture with his West Coast Choppers crew - some bike builders tried to be cool or snooty about it, but the Teutuls belonged to the group that credited Jesse’s contribution for its renewed popularity. As Orange County Choppers drew inspiration from that, coupled with hard work, skill and relentless drive, the small business they had started in their basement became a successful customization company. It didn’t take long for the Teutuls to become one of the world’s top custom motorcycle builders.
Paul Teutul Sr. was a self-confessed late bloomer when it came to riding motorcycles. Back in the day, there were few bike riders going around in his community, and were even called rare creatures. It was only when he reached the age of 20, and after watching the movie “Easy Rider” in 1969, that he developed an interest in building one.

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