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NOTN- A dead fin whale was discovered draped over the bow of a cruise ship when it arrived at the dock in Seward on Friday, prompting a federal investigation and an animal autopsy to determine how the endangered whale died.
The whale, a 61-foot adult female, was found on the ship’s bow after the vessel arrived in the port on June 19. A local marine towing company later moved the whale to a nearby beach, where biologists are conducting a necropsy, or animal autopsy.
Officials are working with the Alaska SeaLife Center to examine the whale and determine its cause of death. Preliminary findings indicate the whale was pregnant at the time of its death.
Authorities have asked the public to avoid the beach where the necropsy is taking place, citing safety concerns and the need for researchers to have adequate space to collect samples and conduct the examination.
The NOAA Fisheries Office of Law Enforcement has opened an investigation into the incident. Officials are asking anyone with information about the whale’s death to contact the agency’s 24-hour enforcement hotline at 800-853-1964.
Fin whales are listed as endangered under the Endangered Species Act. They are the second-largest animals on Earth and can grow to more than 80 feet in length.
Officials also reminded the public that it is illegal to collect tissue, baleen or any other part of the whale without authorization. An exception exists for Alaska Natives who are collecting tissue or parts for subsistence purposes or use in traditional handicrafts, as allowed under federal law.
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Last week, Jelly Roll filed to divorce his wife of the past decade.
Both partners had discussed a number of marital issues, even if it never quite read as “divorce hype.”
Now, Bunnie Xo has opened up about the split — growing tearful, but also putting a positive spin on things.
Also … they’re still having a baby together? As exes?
‘I ended up leaving’
Days after the divorce news broke, Bunnie Xo took to her Dumb Blonde podcast to directly address the divorce.
“On Mother’s Day, we had a little bit of an argument, and in that argument, I was so fed up and so tired that I just looked at him and I said, ‘Well, then file the f–king divorce papers,’” she recalled.
Ordinarily, she clarified, “I’m not the type of person who says what I don’t mean.”
Bunnie continued: “I ended up leaving. So, I packed a bag and I left and I didn’t talk to my husband for weeks after that.”
She confirmed: “He was so mad and we were so emotional that he ended up doing exactly what I told him to do.” That is to say, he filed to divorce her, citing “irreconcilable differences.”
“Was I blindsided? Was this divorce mutual?” she asked before answering. “No, I was not. It was not mutual.”
Bunnie explained: “Even though I told him to file the divorce papers, I was speaking out of anger and frustration.”
She continued: “But was it necessary for us to have a wakeup call and to actually start having these real conversations? Absolutely.”
“When I found out that he had filed for divorce, I immediately got on HRT because I was like, I’ve got to pull myself out of this hole,” Bunnie reasoned.
“So, I got on HRT and started going to therapy, started going to counseling,” she shared. “I lost 15 pounds over this because he’s my best friend.”
‘We’re still having a baby together’
“But the thing is, that’s my f–king best friend, dude,” Bunnie emphasized. “Like, I love him.”
She revealed: “And you guys are going to be shocked to hear this, but we’re still having a baby together.”
Bunnie acknowledged: “So, we have been the most unconventional couple that you guys have ever encountered.” That’s somewhat reasonable to say.
“J and I literally talked for two hours today before I did this podcast, you know, like he knows this podcast is coming,” Bunnie acknowledged. “He knows that he wants me to do this podcast.”
She continued: “He’s like, “Please clear up some s–t for me, please.’ I will always protect him.”
Bunnie also encouraged listeners to slide into his DMs and date him.
She, however, does not feel ready to date just yet.
Jelly Roll addressed the podcast at a concert, giving her a shout-out while not walking back the divorce at all.
That is an awful lot to unpack.
We’ll see if these two exes follow through on having a child together as exes. You can always love and support each other without trying to make something so complex work for a child. Just saying.
Bunnie Xo & Jelly Roll: We’re Still Having a Baby! After Divorcing! was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.
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We have sad news to report from the world of music today.
Clive Davis — the legendary record executive who helped launch and guide the careers of countless artists over the course of six decades — has died.
He was 94 years old.
Davis was widely regarded as one of the most powerful and successful executives in music history.
Over the years, he helped develop the careers of icons such as Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Kelly Clarkson, Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen, and many others.
While no official cause of death has been revealed, weeks before his death, Davis was hospitalized with an upper respiratory infection.
At the time, representatives said the admission was precautionary and that he was expected to recover.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, Davis originally pursued a legal career after graduating from Harvard Law School. But a chance opportunity at Columbia Records ultimately changed the course of his life — and the music industry itself.
He rose through the ranks to become president of Columbia Records in 1967 and quickly developed a reputation for spotting talent before anyone else.
During his tenure, he helped sign or develop artists who would go on to dominate the charts for decades.
After leaving Columbia, Davis founded Arista Records and later helped launch J Records, continuing his extraordinary run of success well into the 21st century. His influence stretched across multiple generations of musicians and genres.
Throughout his career, Davis earned five Grammy Awards and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a non-performer in 2000. His annual pre-Grammy gala became one of the music industry’s most prestigious events, attracting some of the biggest names in entertainment year after year.
In recent years, Davis remained active in the industry despite various health challenges. He often spoke about his enduring passion for music and his belief in its power to bring people together.
While artists may have supplied the voices that defined generations, Clive Davis was often the man behind the scenes, helping those voices find an audience.
His impact on popular music will be felt for decades to come. Our condolences go out to his loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.
Clive Davis Cause of Death: Music World Bids Farewell to Legendary Mogul was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.
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