Ruby Franke’s journals detailing abuse of her children are released

Ruby Franke, a former YouTube family vlogger from Utah who was sentenced last month on child abuse charges, detailed months of abuse in handwritten journal entries released by prosecutors Friday. In the heavily redacted entries, Franke repeatedly insisted that her son was possessed by a demon. In one entry from July 11, 2023, she wrote … Read more

Ruby Franke’s Diaries, Bodycam Footage Released: Everything to Know About the ‘8 Passengers’ Influencer

Ruby Franke, the Utah mother of six who branded herself as a parenting expert and garnered millions of subscribers to her now-defunct YouTube channel, “8 Passengers,” was driven by “religious extremism” in the way she meted out punishment to two of her young children, prosecutors say in a trove of newly released records that includes Franke’s … Read more

‘Wizard of Oz’ Ruby Red Slippers Were Stolen by Mobster who Has Confessed

The ruby red slipper theft has been solved … with a confession from a mobster! Terry Jon Martin has copped to stealing one of the most iconic items in movie history — Dorothy’s ruby red slippers from “The Wizard of Oz.” Terry Jon now admits … he’s the guy behind the smash and grab back … Read more

Reformed mobster went after ‘one last score’ when he stole Judy Garland’s ruby slippers from ‘Oz’

The aging reformed mobster who has admitted stealing a pair of ruby slippers that Judy Garland wore in “The Wizard of Oz” gave into the temptation of “one last score” after an old mob associate led him to believe the famous shoes must be adorned with real jewels to justify their $1 million insured value. … Read more

One of the Doctor Who Christmas Special’s Best Scenes Was a Disney Suggestion

When the BBC announced that it was partnering with Disney to bring Doctor Who to its international streaming audience under the show’s latest era, there was some bristling that the House of Mouse would have an element of creative control, rather than simply financial involvement. But speaking on Disney’s influence on the show so far, … Read more

Tell Us What You Thought of Ncuti Gatwa’s Debut in Our Festive Doctor Who Spoiler Discussion Zone

Image: BBC It’s Christmas, and that can only mean one thing we’ve been waiting simultaneously six years and also just three weeks for: Doctor Who is back for a festive treat, and it’s bringing a new Doctor and companion, and a whole new era, along for the ride. Need somewhere to talk about everything that … Read more

The Church on Ruby Road’ Review — A Bundle of Christmas Joy

The Big Picture “The Church on Ruby Road” is Ncuti Gatwa’s first full-length episode as the Doctor and introduces his new companion Ruby Sunday. The episode embraces LGBTQ+ themes and the concept of found family, making it more welcoming for queer viewers. The episode features a new on-screen villain, adds a mythological element to the … Read more

YouTuber Ruby Franke Pleads Guilty To Child Abuse, Agrees To Testify Against Therapist Jodi Hildebrandt

A Utah mother of six who gave parenting advice on YouTube pleaded guilty Monday to child abuse charges and will go to prison for trying to convince her two youngest children they were evil, possessed and needed to be punished to repent. Ruby Franke was originally charged with six counts of child abuse in September, … Read more

‘The Voice’: How to Vote for Lila Forde, Nini Iris, Mac Royals, Ruby Leigh, Mara Justine, Huntley and More

The Voice’s live shows are headed towards the season 24 finale — and it’s time to vote for your favorite! On Monday, each of the Top 9 singers are taking the stage for a brand new performance, in the hopes of winning America’s vote and moving on to next week’s finals. Coaches Reba McEntire, John Legend, Gwen Stefani and Niall Horan are able to … Read more

Doctor Who Intros Ncuti Gatwa’s Fifteenth Doctor in New Videos

For Doctor Who fans, the introduction of a new Doctor is always an event in and of itself. After months of teasing and set photos, yesterday’s third and final 60th anniversary special formally introduced the world to Ncuti Gatwa’s Fifteenth Doctor. Zillow Says You’ll Buy Your Next House With… AI? | AI Unlocked To mark … Read more