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Rhye’s Mike Milosh Is Suing Alexa Nikolas’ Attorneys, Alleging Malicious Prosecution

In March 2021, Rhye’s Mike Milosh was accused of sexual assault and grooming by ex-wife Alexa Nikolas, an actress perhaps best known for her role on the Jamie Lynn Spears-led Nickelodeon series Zoey 101. Shortly after, Nikolas filed a lawsuit, accusing Milosh of sexual assault, grooming, and emotional distress. Now, Milosh is taking some legal action of his own: Rolling Stone reports the singer is suing Nikolas’ attorneys, accusing them of knowingly filing a “frivolous” lawsuit that “lacked any legal basis or factual support” regarding the assault allegations against Milosh.

Nikolas dropped the initial suit this past may but she told Rolling Stone she plans to re-file soon.

As for Milosh’s new suit, it says the allegations made against him “were, and still are, complete nonsense” and that the claims were “barred by a fully executed stipulated Judgment” both Milosh and Nikolas signed during divorce proceedings. The suit also notes, “Defendants knew about the Judgment and its preclusive effects. But that did not stop Defendants from filing the lawsuit, hiding the judgment from the Court, dragging Mr. Milosh’s name through the mud, and dismissing the lawsuit only after realizing that Mr. Milosh was not going to give in to their extortion.”

Milosh is asking for over $10 million in damages, suing the law firms Greenberg Gross and Gibbs Law along with the attorneys from the firms who represented Nikolas in her suit. Alan Greenberg, managing partner of Greenberg Gross, told Rolling Stone in a statement, “Milosh’s case is completely baseless and will be thrown out of court in short order.”

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Marjorie Taylor Greene Shared A Video Of Joe Biden As Hitler (With Swastikas And Everything) Because Everything Is Normal

As Republicans continue to freak out over Joe Biden’s speech in Philadelphia where he specifically called out “MAGA forces” as a threat to democracy, Marjorie Taylor Greene took things to a whole other level by tweeting out a video of Biden as Hitler. Using footage from Thursday’s night speech with its red backdrop that suddenly has right-wingers concerned with Nazi imagery, Greene shared the doctored video, which still remains active despite Twitter flagging it for having “potentially sensitive content.”

Via Mediaite:

The video shows an actor resembling the president except with a Hitler-esque patch of facial hair below his nose, standing in front of a photoshopped background from Biden’s speech with swastikas added. The audio seems to be a clip from one of Hitler’s speeches, although that has not been verified. (Your friendly neighborhood Mediaite contributing editor does not wish to spend my Friday morning listening to hours of that hateful oratory in order to precisely identify the clip but the voice certainly sounds like Hitler and the content, best I can translate with the poor audio quality, does match his usual topics.)

Not content with just posting the doctored video, Greene wrote the following in the caption: “What we all saw tonight from Biden. I guess when President Butterbeans is frail, weak, and dementia ridden, the Hitler imagery was their attempt to make him look ‘tough’ while he declares war on half of America as enemies of the state. Or it’s real.”

To the surprise of no one, the Biden video originated from an anti-vaxxer Twitter account who loves “offensive” “humor.” (Did both those words require sarcastic quotes? Yes.)

(Via Mediaite)

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Kanye West Wants His Kids To Split Weekly Attendance Between Two California Schools

In a recent episode of Nathan Fielder’s comedy doc The Rehearsal, Fielder and his fake wife have differing thoughts on how to raise their fake child in regards to faith. Fielder is Jewish, but she’s a devout Christian who refuses to bring up their temporary child with Judaism. So Fielder drops the kid off at a Jewish school, only to have his real parents pick him up and take him to his real school, before he returns back to the TV show. Two schools? Seems reasonable only on a twisted reality show like The Rehearsal, but a setup similar to this is what Kanye West is proposing for his kids amid the latest dispute with his ex-wife Kim Kardashian, this time about what school their kids should go to.

Kanye West posted on Instagram an “idea” of what he thinks the ideal school setup for his kids would be: To go to the Donda Academy for two days and then spend three days at Sierra Canyon school where Kardashian seems to prefer that they go. For what it’s worth, Sierra Canyon is where LeBron James’ kids attend and where his son Bronny leads the decorated basketball team, but I digress. Because Kanye also proposed an alternative of “3 days at Donda and 2 at Sierra Canyon.” Also adding that this would be “including field trips busing to educational places.”

Kanye has been going on Instagram tirades as of late on the subject. A recent storm of since deleted posts said things like “My kids going to Donda. They not going to Sierra Canyon.” And people feel as if those words were directed at the children’s grandmother, Kris Jenner.

And while the recent “idea” of Kanye’s might make sense to him, one has to imagine what an awkward setup it would be for his children to be shuttled back and forth from one to school to the other on a weekly basis because their parents can’t come to an agreement. He commented on his latest post with “This is co-parenting.” But is Instagram really the place to co-parent? Stay tuned…

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The ‘Rap Sh!t’ Soundtrack Is Packed With Female Rap Talent Including Dreezy, Jean Deaux, And The Show’s Stars

Issa Rae’s latest HBO fan favorite, Rap Sh!t, is has wrapped up its first season, but before it says goodbye for the foreseeable future, the show’s creators drop off one last gift: The show’s girl power-fueled soundtrack, which features strip club anthems and trappy turn-up songs from the likes of Dreezy, Jean Deaux, Tokyo Jetz, and more — including the show’s stars Aida Osman and KaMillion, in character as Shawna & Mia. And yes, the signature track “Seduce & Scheme” is here, too, as well as the cheeky track “Tongue” by the show’s viral marketing ploy, Reina Reign.

In her appearance on Late Night With Seth Meyers to promote the show, Issa explained how the show’s anchoring musical landscape was created. Wanting to make the show sound as authentic as possible, she made sure artists like Dreezy and her own Raedio artist NCognita were in the writer’s room, helping to write not just Shawna and Mia’s music but to also compose the whole soundscape of the show’s Miami.

Co-executive produced by Miami natives City Girls, the show follows the exploits of former high school girlfriends, Shawna and Mia, as they reunite and form a rap duo. When their first song goes viral, they decide to ride the wave of its success while trying to navigate the pitfalls of fame, friendship, and the fallout of their pre-rap efforts to make money. The full first season is available to stream on HBO Max.

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The Best Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whiskies Under $100, Ranked

Speyside whisky is one of the most revered styles on the planet. It’s also one of the most ubiquitous regional styles from a relatively small area. All of Speyside is situated inside Scotland’s Highland region, yet Speyside is home to about 50 distilleries and responsible for around 50% of all Scotch whisky made. That alone means it’s high time to highlight some serious Speyside single malt Scotch whisky worth checking out, especially for beginners.

While “Speyside” sounds pretty black and white, it’s a lot greyer than, say, a peated Islay whisky. The term “Speyside” is pretty loose since, legally, any brand in Speyside can all their whisky either a “Speyside” or a “Highland” whisky, based on their own whims. To clarify, any Speyside whiskey can be called a Highland one, but not the other way around. The Macallan is famously in the dead center of Speyside but labels their juice as “Highland” whisky. Aberlour — right outside of Speyside’s whisky capital, Dufftown — labeled its whisky as “Highland” until very recently. Now it’s a “Speyside” whisky. Marketing teams have more power over labeling than you’ll ever believe.

But we’re not here to talk marketing semantics and legal details. We’re here to talk whisky, damn it! Speyside is a special place for whisky thanks to a relatively drier climate (for Scotland) that’s close to barley fields, seaports, and a supply of very soft water. Speyside famously has a very low mineral content in its aquifers, making for a super soft and supple whisky. Moreover, Speyside’s whiskies are (very) generally unpeated, and lean into soft orchard fruits (especially apple and pear), dried fruits, soft spices, nuttiness, and honey sweetness. Naturally, there are a million variables at play, from mildly peated whiskies to special barrel finishings, but that’s the general gist.

Now that you know what a Speyside whisky generally is, let’s find you the perfect beginner’s bottle for your bar cart. I like all of these bottles, so the reviews are going to be positive across the board. It’s on you to look at the tasting notes and decide where to dive in.

Also Read: The Top 5 UPROXX Scotch Whisky Posts of The Last Six Months

10. Glenfiddich 12

William Grant & Sons

ABV: 40%

Average Price: $47

The Whisky:

This is an entry whisky to Speyside and single malts in general. The juice is aged in a combination of used American and European oak before it’s married, rested, proofed with Speyside’s iconic water, and bottled.

Tasting Notes:

This dram is creamy like a vanilla pudding with a bright pear orchard vibe, some mild toffee, and hints of sweetgrass next to mild oak. That leads towards a very easy and soft woodiness with a touch of candied pear and more vanilla cream before hints of soft cinnamon spice poke up in the background with those soft malts. By the end, it’s clear how light and approachable this whisky is as that pear, vanilla cream, and mild spice slowly fade away, leaving you with a silken mouthfeel and just enough malts and toffee.

Bottom Line:

This is a great place to start a Speyside journey. The malt is deeply hewn and carries the signature flavors of the region. I find it a little watery on the finish, so I tend to mix cocktails with this more than using it as a sipper. It’s a great foundation to build a nice drink on.

9. Aultmore 12

Aultmore 12
Bacardi

ABV: 46%

Average Price: $66

The Whisky:

This tiny whisky is part of their Last Great Malts range from Dewar’s. The juice is a rare release from a distillery that releases bottles every few years (this bottle dropped back in 2014).

Tasting Notes:

The nose bursts forth with notes of ripe apples and pears next to a seriously creamy vanilla base with touches of orange blossoms and soft cedar bark. The palate wraps those apples and pears into a soft and buttery puff pastry with plenty of soft spice and brown sugars as the vanilla thickens into a pudding with the florals, becoming slightly more dried towards the mid-palate. The finish hoists those stewed apples and pears onto center stage as the mild spice gently fades away.

The Bottom Line:

This is a great pick if you’re already a fan of Dewar’s blended whiskies. It’s a clear progenitor of that flavor profile that’s wholly distinct. It’s also a little rarer, which makes it a nice grab if you’re looking for something a little less instantly recognizable.

8. The Balvenie DoubleWood Aged 12 Years

The Balvenie 12
William Grant and Sons

ABV: 43%

Average Price: $70

The Whisky:

This is the whisky that launched the “double aging” trend back in 1982. This unpeated single malt spends 12 years mellowing in ex-bourbon casks before it’s transferred to ex-sherry casks for a final maturation of nine months. Finally, the whisky is vatted in a “tun” where it rests for three to four months before proofing and bottling.

Tasting Notes:

Soft and floral honey mix with a hint of vanilla extract, sweet red berries, and wine-soaked oak. The palate meanders through light touches of marzipan with a hint of cinnamon and fields of plum trees with a whisper of tree bark and leather lurking in the background. The finish lets the spicy malt kick in with a dose of hot cinnamon and honey tobacco.

Bottom Line:

This is another great, subtle entry point to the region. The palate basically hits all of the classic notes while staying light and inviting. That said, this is much more of a cocktail base than a sipper too. This with a little egg white, honey syrup, and citrus makes a hell of a sour.

7. Speyburn Arranta Casks

Speyburn Arranta
Inver House Distillers

ABV: 46%

Average Price: $45

The Whisky:

Arranta translates to “bold” and this whisky leans into that. The juice is aged for an undisclosed amount of time in first-fill ex-bourbon casks (that means this whisky was the first thing to go into those casks after they were emptied of bourbon). Those barrels were then vatted, proofed, and bottled without filtration.

Tasting Notes:

Pear candy and honey lead the way on the nose toward woody spices, light leather, and a hint of sour apple skins and stems. The palate is sweet and malty with a drive from pear flesh to pit, skin, and tree with floral honey and wet coconut leading to a hint of creamy vanilla sauce dusted with cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. The end leans into pears soaked in honey and nutmeg with a hint of old porch wicker and worn leather gloves on the finish.

Bottom Line:

This is a nice pour that works as well as a sipper as it does as a cocktail base. When I say, “sipper,” I mean that in an on-the-rocks application. It’s just an easy drink all around, with a nice depth to it and a little extra kick thanks to those slightly higher ABVs.

6. The Glenrothes Whisky Maker’s Cut

The Glenrothes Whisky Makers
The Edrington Group

ABV: 48.8%

Average Price: $83

The Whisky:

The bulbous bottle from The Glenrothes is all about the sherry. The expression spends an undisclosed amount of years in first-fill sherry casks. When those barrels are just right, the whisky is then batched and vatted before being proofed down only slightly.

Tasting Notes:

The nose bursts forth with butterscotch. Once that fades, hints of worn leather, orange peels, and nutmeg mix underneath that butterscotch nose. The palate is nutmeg-forward with a spicy orange zest kissed with dark chocolate and vanilla. The end feels a bit like eggnog laced with orange zest and vanilla with a spicy warmth.

Bottom Line:

This is a nice example of a bold sherry cask on a Speyside whisky. Those layers of orange zest and dark chocolate run deep with a decent sweetness from top to bottom. That said, I tend to use this for on the rocks or highballs with a dash of Angostura bitters (which adds a nice accent to the spices).

5. GlenAllachie Aged 15 Years — Taste 4

GlenAllachie 15
The GlenAllachie Distillers Co Limited

ABV: 46%

Average Price: $98

The Whisky:

This Speyside single malt is aged in ex-Oloroso and Pedro Ximenez sherry casks for, you guessed it, 15 years. Those barrels are selected for their distinct flavor profile and vatted, proofed, and bottled without filtering.

Tasting Notes:

Apple juice slowly boils down to a cinnamon-spiced apple sauce on the nose as a hint of dry firewood sneaks in. The palate is part warm malts and part sweet orchard fruit with a hint of burnt orange and more of the dry wood. The end is light but carries a hint of warm spice and sweet fruits.

Bottom Line:

This is another great sherry-casked whisky. This is a tad subtler than the bottle above but carries a very similar flavor profile, hence they’re right next to each other on this list, and both are kind of the middle of the road taste-wise.

4. The Singleton of Glendullan 18

Singleton 18
Diageo

ABV: 40%

Average Price: $93

The Whisky:

This Speyside whisky rests mostly in ex-bourbon casks. The final product adds in a few barrels from Europe to mellow out the heavier bourbon barrel flavor notes. That blend is then cut down to a low 80 proof for bottling.

Tasting Notes:

The nose opens with hints of cedar and winter spice underneath caramel candies, roasted almonds, and a hint of stewed orchard fruits. The palate primarily carries on those flavors with a subtle hint of bourbon vanilla and spicy tobacco warmth attached to the maltiness with an echo of dark chocolate-covered hazelnuts. The finish leans into the cedar and tobacco with a slightly mineral water base.

Bottom Line:

This isn’t as washed out on the finish as a lot of other 40% ABV whiskies. That’s kind of a miracle. The overall vibe is very accessible, making this a very solid and easy sipper with a rock or two.

3. Mortlach 12

Diageo

ABV: 43.4%

Average Price: $61

The Whisky:

The Beast of Dufftown hails from a tiny yet beloved Speyside distillery. The actual whisky is also made on their smallest still, nicknamed “Wee Witchie.” That juice then goes into ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks for 12 years. Finally, those whiskies are married, proofed, and bottled.

Tasting Notes:

This is subtle yet engaging with a nose of almost burnt toffee next to bright red berries, mild spice, hints of oak, and a bit of cedar. The palate leans into the berries by becoming jammy with more of that toffee and a mild sense of spicy tobacco arriving late. The end is long-ish with a plummy chew next to that tobacco and malty spice.

Bottom Line:

These top three are all great picks and each carries a unique profile. When it comes to Mortlach, you’re getting an introduction to a whisky drinker’s distillery. A glass of this over some rocks is a great sip. A cocktail made from this is a great cocktail. This is versatile juice that brings serious depth.

2. Aberlour A’bunadh

Pernod Ricard

ABV: 56.2% (varies)

Average Price: $95

The Whisky:

A’bunadh (ah-boon-arh) means “the original” in Gaelic and the juice in this Highland bottle represents that for Aberlour. The whisky is matured in old Oloroso sherry casks exclusively. The juice then goes into the bottle at cask strength, unfussed with.

Tasting Notes:

That sherry plumminess is evident right up top, with hints of bright orange oils, clumps of dark chocolate, honey, and nuts, and a hint of oak. The taste shines with notes of dark, ripe cherries, prunes, more bright orange zest, dark chocolate, and a good measure of svelte vanilla. The slow finish leaves you with a creamy mouthfeel next to bitter chocolate next to sweet cherries and plums, all of which lead towards a warming spice on the tongue at the end.

Bottom Line:

This whisky has the biggest flavor profile on the list, but it misses out on the number one slot because it’s not necessarily the most unique profile. This is classic, thick, and deep. It’s amazing on its own but makes on the best Manhattans money can buy (or a Rob Roy if you will). All of that said, you need to be ready for a big and bold whisky with serious depth. There’s no lightness here, but there are some serious rewards for your senses.

1. Cragganmore Distiller’s Edition

Diageo

ABV: 40%

Average Price: $89

The Whisky:

Cragganmore is an iconic Scottish distillery. The whisky is matured in sherry casks for 12 years. It’s then transferred into American oak casks that held port for a final maturation phase before proofing and bottling.

Tasting Notes:

Fennel leads to dried fruits — sultanas, prunes, dried fig — and fresh apples on the nose with a hint of tartness and skin. The taste, on the other hand, leans into sweet oak, pear candies, fresh figs, and a softness that’s almost hard to believe. The end is full of sweet fruits — think ripe pears, green tomatoes, and star fruit — and has just the right touches of soft oak, oily vanilla, and savory green herbs as it fades towards a final note of wet wicker right after a rain storm.

Bottom Line:

This is everything you want from a Speyside whisky plus a wonderful whole other galaxy of flavors. Overall, this (and the Aberlour above) are the bottles I have on my bar cart right now with backups at the ready. This over a single rock is bliss.

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Denise Richards Joined OnlyFans Because Of The ‘Backlash’ To Her Teenage Daughter With Charlie Sheen Being On There

Denise Richards isn’t making Blac Chyna, Cardi B, and Bella Thorne money on OnlyFans. But she’s still enjoying the experience — with her kid.

“I had heard of OnlyFans. I had never been on there, so I didn’t even know really what it was. But I heard obviously a lot of different things,” the Wild Things and Tammy and the T-Rex actress said on Thursday’s Jeff Lewis Live. Those “different things” colored her perception of the platform, but when Sami Sheen, her teenage daughter with ex-husband Charlie Sheen, told her that she was going to join, “she reassured me that she was going to keep it very tasteful to mainly, like, bikini stuff, bathing suit, stuff like that.”

Ten days after Sami signed up, Richards joined her.

“The reason why I wanted to join was because she got so much backlash for that that I didn’t think it was really fair,” she explained. “And I’ve done things in my career… You know, I’ve done Playboy, and I was in Wild Things, and I’ve done sexy shoots before promoting movies and stuff like that. And sometimes people say negative things — well, a lot of times they do, and a lot of times they don’t.” But usually they do. She continued:

“I thought, this is not fair that she would be getting so much backlash when a lot of people post stuff like that on Instagram. Not to take it as far as you can take it on OnlyFans, obviously. But still, I just felt that it was not fair for her to get that kind of backlash.”

You know what also got backlash? Starship Troopers, which Richards starred in. Am I comparing Sami Sheen and her mother’s OnlyFans accounts to a mid-1990s Paul Verhoeven movie with Casper Van Dien, Michael Ironside, and a bunch of alien bugs? Yes, but mostly to remind you that Starship Troopers rules.

(Via E! Online)

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When Is Taylor Hawkins’ Tribute Show In London?

Taylor Hawkins became a beloved figure in the rock scene through his work with Foo Fighters and beyond, but one of 2022’s biggest music tragedies so far was his untimely death earlier this year. Fans will soon have the chance to honor the late drummer at the first of the two upcoming tribute concerts in his honor, which are rapidly approaching.

When Is Taylor Hawkins’ Tribute Show In London?

The first of the two shows is in London’s Wembley Stadium and it’s set to go down this weekend, specifically on Saturday, September 3 at 11:30 a.m. ET. The other concert is set for Los Angeles’s Kia Forum on September 27.

The London performance is going to be a major event with a performance lineup that includes Blink-182’s Travis Barker, Metallica’s Lars Ulrich, Queens Of The Stone Age’s Josh Homme, The Police’s Stewart Copeland, Oasis’ Liam Gallagher, Omar Hakim, the Pretenders’ Chrissie Hynde, AC/DC’s Brian Johnson, Led Zeppelin’s John Paul Jones, Kesha, Rush’s Geddy Lee, Queen’s Brian May, Nirvana’s Krist Novoselic, Nile Rodgers, Mark Ronson, and others.

As for how to watch the show, learn more about that here.

Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.

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Van Buren Records Puts On A Rap Clinic In The Intimate ‘Foul’ Video

Van Buren Records continues to show why they are one of the most talented rap collectives in the game today with their new video for “Foul.” Lyricists Luke Bar$, Meech Bold, Jiles, and Felix rap from the side of their homes, their bedrooms, and anywhere they please really; despite the changes in scenery, there is no falloff in their delivery.

“Foul” is a welcome reminder of how great posse cuts have been throughout hip-hop’s history, and it doesn’t even feature all of their members. Van Buren Records also includes rappers Andrew Regis, Saint Lyor, and Invada. Thus, even when not all full strength, they still put on a star-making performance.

“Foul” arrives with Van Buren’s announcement of their forthcoming album DSM, which they are calling the album of the year. DSM is set to arrive on September 9 and follows the Brockton collective’s 2021 debut album Bad For Press, highlighted by the records “Medic,” “Braindead,” and “Relax.” They also shared the EP Black Wall Street which was anchored by “Cash Rules” and “Cult” later that year. With a record like “Foul,” one can only imagine what is in store come release time for DSM.

Check out Van Buren Records’ new video for “Foul” above.

DSM is out 9/9 via Van Buren and Good Partners. Pre-order it here.

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Lucas the penguin shows off his new prosthetic shoes at San Diego Zoo

Look out San Diego, a penguin has found his waddle and it’s adorable. Lucas, a 4-year-old African penguin who lives at San Diego Zoo, was recently fitted for prosthetics to help him walk properly. If you’re surprised to hear that Africa has penguins, yes, it’s true and they’re just as adorable as the ones from Antartica.


This particular penguin was born with a condition called bumblefoot, which causes ulcers to form on its feet and can result in sepsis and death. Who knew a condition that sounded so cute could be so cruel? Bumblefoot is a chronic condition and can cause the penguin to not be able to walk properly. The condition doesn’t just affect penguins, but it does seem to be more prevalent in penguins that live in captivity than those in the wild. Thankfully for Lucas, he’s got some new shoes to show his little penguin friends. The permanent tuxedo wearing bird was gifted a pair of custom orthopedic shoes made out of neoprene and rubber, according to the zoo.

Lucas’ special shoes were made by Thera-Paw, an organization that designs custom orthotics and products for animals that have special needs. San Diego Zoo vet Dr. Beth Bicknese explained in a press release, “The boots are cushioned and Velcroed in place, so they will help Lucas to fully participate in the colony and showcase behaviors that are more typical for a penguin—such as climbing the rocks, swimming, nesting and finding a suitable mate.”

Lucas started having problems with his feet after a spinal infection left him unable to stand properly, which put pressure on his ankles and legs and caused sores to form. The little guy got the full spectrum of treatments, including acupuncture, before the zoo turned to prosthetics. Amazingly, immediately after putting his new penguin shoes on, he had an improved posture. Debbie Denton, senior wildlife care specialist at San Diego Zoo, said in the press release, “We were pleasantly surprised at the immediate change in Lucas after we fitted him with his new boots. Seeing him move about now gives us hope that he may be OK going forward, and able to live a full life.”

The zoo, according to its press release, participates in the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ Species Survival Plan (SSP) program. African penguins are currently endangered. The penguins made the endangered species list for a variety of reasons, including climate change and overfishing. But San Diego Zoo is doing its part for penguins like Lucas to allow them to not only survive but to thrive.

Lucas is probably strutting around his enclosure with his new shoes, climbing all of the rocks his heart desires. Maybe one day there will be a children’s book about a penguin who had to get new shoes. Whether the story of Lucas turns into a book or not, Thera-paw is clearly making a difference in these animals’ quality of life.

Ilaria Borghese, founder and president of Thera-paw, noted in the press release, “Over the years, we’ve tackled challenging cases like Lucas’s, and each is special and memorable. One thing that never gets old is seeing an animal’s life dramatically improve after using one of our aids. It inspires and drives us every day.”

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Ohio elementary school is going viral for its hilarious drop-off lane signs

The new school year has started across the country and most likely parents are experiencing teething problems with the school drop-off lane. Every year, the same rants are shared because someone decided to hold up the line while they got out the car, brushed their kid’s teeth and made them a home-cooked breakfast. It seems like a school in Ohio has come up with a solution to the dallying parents with these hilarious signs designed to move the traffic along.


Austintown Elementary School in Ohio has taken student drop-off to a whole new level. Now when parents drive up to drop off their kids, they’re not only greeted with smiling faces but signs that jokingly tell them to move along. In a Facebook post that’s starting to go viral, you can see the meme style yard signs lining the grassy area of the drop-off lane. According to the poster, the signs were created by the school’s PTA and shared in its parent group. The signs probably seemed like a funny way to brighten people’s day and keep the line moving, but parents across the platform are relating hard with the first weeks of school drop-off lane woes.

The signs include pop culture’s favorites, like MC Hammer, TLC and, of course, Ross from “Friends” holding a couch while shouting “pivot!” What’s nice is they’re not blatant in-your-face scolding about being a Patty Parks-a-Lot in the dreaded drop-off lane, but a gentler but funny reminder to kick your kids out in a timely fashion.

It’s generally assumed to be the kindergarten students’ parents who just want one more kiss before their precious cargo walks into the building. Veteran parents joke about barely coming to a stop before they shoo their kid out of the car and speed off to get to work (or have mimosas with the neighbors). I’ve been the veteran parent for a while and can attest that there are definitely pep talks on the way to school on how to prepare to jump out as soon as the car stops. Some parents joke about acting like a drill sergeant shoving a backpack in their kid’s arms while shouting “move, move, move” as they exit the vehicle.

It’s all in good fun about a minor inconvenience. Every parent wants their children to get to school safely, while feeling loved and ready for the day. Drop-off lane efficiency increases as the school year goes on because everyone is now used to the routine. But some parents will always need reminders, and having these signs will do just that.

Hopefully everyone has a safe and happy school year. May your school drop-off lane move quickly, your coffee remain hot and your kids jump out of the car like tiny Navy Seals so you can get to work on time!