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Carl's days may be numbered on The Walking Dead

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Where Sunday's episode of The Walking Dead is concerned, it was a bit of a mixed bag of emotions.

We learned Maggie is alive (yay), but she and Sasha are at Hilltop under the thumb of sexist dolt Gregory (booooo). We got to see a much more dynamic arc from Jesus (yay), but poor Daryl is still somewhere being tormented by Negan and Dwight (booooo).

More: Rick's truth bomb on The Walking Dead proves things can always get worse

The pros and cons of young Carl's role in this week's episode were pretty evenly stacked too. On the plus side, he's becoming more interesting — taking more calculated risks, actually having entire conversations with people.

Also a highlight for Carl? The kid finally got somewhere with, like, the only other moody teenager around, Enid. The two proved to be zombocalyptic teen love goals when they managed to roller skate around holding hands and share a kiss.

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TWD Carl and Enid

Unfortunately for Enid, Carl's sole purpose for ditching Alexandria wasn't just to make goo-goo eyes, erm, eye at her. Rather, he was on a mission to seek out and destroy Negan. The last we see of him in the episode is when he pops out from behind some of the rations Negan's cronies hijacked from Hilltop and shoved in the back of their truck. Of course, he was popping out to give a silent nod and wave to Jesus, who is also on a mission to sniff out Negan's secret hideaway. More on that here.

So what does all of this mean for Carl? The kid hasn't always made the most sound decisions, and his temper has gotten him into trouble more than once. Will things play out the way they did in Robert Kirkland's comic series? Or will AMC stray from the comic series once more?

Here are a few theories about how things might shake out for Rick's progeny.

1. Carl tries to take out Negan, but winds up his special project

If this happens, it'll be the comic arc coming to fruition. We will see Carl make it to Negan's camp and actually make an attempt on his life — unsuccessfully. He does take out a few of Negan's men, but then Dwight puts the kibosh on the assassination attempt. Fortunately for Carl, Negan decides not to unleash holy hell on his head with Lucille. Unfortunately for Carl, Negan admires his pluck enough to take him under his wing. The big indicator this may be the case on the show is that Carl hopped in the back of the enemy's truck as they headed away from Hilltop, which is how things started in the comic world.

2. Carl tries to take out Negan and gets Lucilled

Well, now obviously this wouldn't be ideal. And since we've already lost two core characters to the business end of Negan's baseball bat this season, I'm inclined to say it will not happen. However, if the show chooses to veer from the comics, they could seriously shake things up for our survivors by offing Carl. After all, Negan is typically absolute when it comes to the rules, and the rules mandate that there must be consequences for actions he doesn't approve of.

3. Carl shoots Lucille

In this week's episode, there was quite a bit of focus (eesh, no pun intended) drawn to Carl's missing eye and how it affects him. He is no longer a great shot with the gun. He also kind of sucks at driving, but that could be heredity — we all saw Lori behind the wheel. So if Carl does make it close enough to Negan to get a shot off, it's entirely possible his aim will err slightly to the left and the bullet will lodge itself in Lucille. The only way this scenario would work out for Carl is if he is hidden from sight when this faulty shot is taken and manages to escape. 'Cause, let's be real: even if Lucille was shattered, Negan could do some serious damage with that thing.

More: Damn it, Dwight! Stop making The Walking Dead fans feel sorry for you

4. Carl is flushed out before he can exact his plan

Maybe Carl makes it all the way to Negan's camp, but he is discovered before he has time to do anything too crazy. He would likely be smart enough to see this as an opportunity and try to get Negan to let him stay there. This could still wind up with the comic twist of Negan taking Carl under his wing, but without Carl making that first attempt on Negan's life.

5. Jesus derails Carl's plans

At this point, it's safe to say Jesus is a pretty solid dude. He really stepped up for Maggie and Sasha this week, proving the guy is one of the good ones. When he sees Carl hidden in the same truck he is a stowaway on, Jesus definitely seems impressed by the kid's bravado. However, that's not to say he would still stand idly by while Carl walked into what is basically a suicide mission. In this hypothetical scenario, Jesus would either find a way to keep Carl from getting to Negan's camp or he would deflect attention from Carl once they arrived in a way that would prevent Carl from attempting to kill Negan.

6. Daryl sacrifices himself for Carl

Believe me, this is not a scenario I'd like to see exacted. However, since Daryl isn't a character original to the comics, there really is no such thing as sticking to the script with him. Since he seems to be pretty darn broken down these days and already blames himself for Glenn's death, maybe he finds redemption for himself by offering to accept the consequences after Carl tries to kill Negan. In a way, becoming a martyr would be a fitting death for Daryl.

More: Seeing TWD's Daryl Dixon break down is having a serious effect on fans

7. Carl never even makes it to Negan's camp

I mean, Carl has Rick and Michonne in his corner — neither of whom is likely to take it sitting down when they discover he is gone. They would probably head straight to Hilltop to see if he showed up there, at which point they would run into Enid. She would reticently tell them what she knows of Carl's plans, and they would set off to save him. And because they are Rick and Michonne, they would somehow pull this off.

What do you think? What's in store for Carl?

Before you go, check out our slideshow below.

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Marc Anthony's single again — could the third time be the charm for him & Jennifer Lopez?

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Marc Anthony and Jennifer Lopez are one of those celeb couples that we just can't let go.

More: Jennifer Lopez clearly also wants the title of 'belfie queen' on her résumé

And now that both of them are single at the same time, we're not the only ones who are 'shipping them even harder than usual.

Anthony's split from his wife, Shannon De Lima, was announced on Friday, only hours after Anthony performed at the Latin Grammys alongside Lopez. The two, who have been extremely friendly even after their marriage ended, even ended the performance with a kiss, letting loose rumors that now that Anthony is single, he and Lopez, who split from her boyfriend Casper Smart a few months ago, are ready to give their love another go.

Sources say Lopez had nothing to do with Anthony's breakup with De Lima; rather, they say his schedule was to blame.

"Marc is so busy with his career, touring and recording that he distances himself from his relationships without even knowing it," one insider told People magazine. "Even with his wife in tow, she can feel like he is on another planet."

The source also explained that Anthony doesn't always want the relationship lifestyle.

"Marc likes to have a woman at home but he also likes to live like a bachelor," the insider said. "This doesn’t work for very long."

Another source told the magazine that Anthony and Lopez have been seeing more and more of each other, especially now that they're recording a new album together.

"Marc has been in love with Jennifer Lopez since the day they met many years ago and that is a simple fact," a source in Miami explained. "He was devastated when they split, and he will always be a part of her life because of their similar backgrounds, their kids and their love of music and performing. It would take a very strong spouse not to feel some jealousy."

The source continued, "They seem better together now than any time in the past few years, but I don’t know if they will ever reunite as a couple. But I would not rule it out."

More: The reason Jennifer Lopez & Casper Smart split is sadder than we thought

Before you go, check out our slideshow below.

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All celebs want in on the Mannequin Challenge — even from the White House

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Viral internet challenges have given us some of the most ridiculous and hilarious videos that have graced our screens over the past few years. These fads or memes, such as the planking challenge, the Harlem Shake and more recently the water bottle flip challenge, have not only provided us with a unique source of entertainment, but actually pushed our creativity in ways only the internet is capable of.

The newest sensation dominating social media right now is the #MannequinChallenge, and yes, it's exactly what it sounds like. This challenge involves a group of people freezing in place (like mannequins) while the camera moves around and shows you everyone's unique and impressive poses. Reportedly started by Twitter user @pvrity_ with a group of high school students from Jacksonville, Florida, this craze has hit viral status now that celebrities, sports teams, universities and even the Clinton campaign have got in on the action (or lack thereof).

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Most #MannequinChallenge videos have been set to music, the unofficial anthem being hip-hop duo Rae Sremmurd's song "Black Beatles."

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Rae Sremmurd

More: Hugh Hefner planks; fad is officially over

This #MannequinChallenge posted by Tracee Ellis Ross has got to be the best one we've seen yet. How many celebs can you spot?

Tracee Ellis Ross Mannequin Challenge

Tracee Ellis Ross Mannequin Challenge

The cast of Saturday Night Live got creative with their host teaser and pulled off an impressive #MannequinChallenge with Kristen Wiig.

SNL Mannequin Challenge

SNL Mannequin Challenge

Britney Spears got her dance crew involved.

Britney Spears Mannequin Challenge

Britney Spears Mannequin Challenge

Michelle Obama and the Cleveland Cavaliers had a very presidential take.

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Michelle Obama & Cavs

The New York Giants tweeted out a video of the team participating in the locker room.

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As did Penn State.

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PSU

More: The evolution of Beyoncé: How she became Queen Bey

The trio from Destiny's Child gave us major feels with their take.

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Destiny's Child

Hillary Clinton and her crew even posted a video — from their private plane with a guest appearance by Bon Jovi.

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More: Beyoncé isn't the only female superstar voting for Hillary Clinton

These 4-year-olds attempt the challenge and it's the cutest thing we've ever seen.

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4 Year olds

Keraun Harris tweeted out this super-creative video to R. Kelly's "Trapped in the Closet."

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KK

Blac Chyna and Rob managed to find time to participate while giving birth.

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Blac Chyna

Adele Instagrammed a Western-themed video.

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Adele

The Victoria's Secret models gave us a peak into their workouts with their video.

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Of course Ellen DeGeneres got involved.

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Ellen

And the cast and crew of Dancing with the Stars actually stood still for once.

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DWTS

Not going to lie — as creative as these videos have been, they are actually a little bit creepy!

Did you participate in the #MannequinChallenge? Post your video or link below!

Shop Black Friday deals and give back to charity at the same time

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So, you just ate an entire leg of turkey and now you're stewing in your grandmother's old reindeer sweater, watching some men throw around a pigskin onscreen while your Uncle Arnold snores next to you, waiting until your belly simmers down just that little bit so you can cram in another few pieces of brownie before you call it quits. Sounds like a successful Thanksgiving.

More: Every coupon you'll need for an excellent Thanksgiving

You know what would make it more successful? Saving a bunch of money while you shop over the weekend. You heard me: Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday. They're all rolling in, one after the other, and you have to be prepared. Because if you're not, then that tryptophan coma you're snoozing in and out of is going to be the one with the last laugh. Here's a list of the best deals on the internet, sorted by category. And if you register with a non-profit like Goodshop Give that I've linked below, then a percentage of the money you save will be donated in your name to a charity in need. Now that's the real cherry on top.

Beauty & Accessories

Clothing

  • American Eagle Outfitters: 30% off all online-only purchases at AE.com
  • Frye: $25 off orders of $40 and over, plus free shipping with new email sign-up
  • Ashley Stewart: Get 35% off full price items and up to 50% off and free shipping on orders of $125 and over
  • Talbots: Extra 30% off all markdowns
  • Talbots: 15% off plus free shipping when you refer a friend
  • New Balance: 15% off $99 and over, plus free shipping or $25 off $150 and over
  • bebe: $20 off order of $100 and over
  • The Limited: 60% off everything
  • Ulla Popken: 20% off orders over $39.90
  • Reebok: 30% off early Cyber Monday sale! or 15% off your order
  • Vince: 25% off your purchase
  • Adidas: Free shipping on all orders
  • Glasses.com: $75 off $200 or more on complete pair – free shipping and returns
  • Ted Baker: 15% student discount
  • Missguided: 30% off sitewide
  • Missguided: 50% off sitewide
  • Roxy: Extra 15% off for students
  • Roxy: Save up to 50% off ROXY sale styles
  • ASICS: $10 off thermal Xp Beanie Unisex running accessories
  • PACSUN: Up to 50% off Fall Sale
  • PACSUN: Man's Apparel Now 25% off

More: Goodshop Sunday will help you save big and give back while holiday shopping

Prince Jackson is doing everything he can to preserve his dad's legacy

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Prince Jackson is doing everything he can to make sure his father's legacy lives on.

More: Prince Jackson is far from done grieving over his father's death

Seven years after Michael Jackson died, Prince is now a student at Loyola Marymount University. In a new interview with Extra's Mario Lopez, he explained how he's using his time as a student there to carry on his late father's legacy of giving back.

One of the main ways he's doing it is with an organization he co-founded on campus called Heal Los Angeles, kind of an offshoot of his dad's charity, Heal the World.

"It’s a student service organization at Loyola Marymount University," Prince explained, adding that the organization tries to tackle issues like homelessness, child abuse and child hunger. "My friend John Muto wanted to start a service organization in which we honor my father. That’s why we took it from Heal the World and we call it Heal LA, so we can start locally and hopefully spread it around."

More: What the heck? We can't believe people still think Michael Jackson is alive

The charity is currently partnering with the Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club for a Christmas event and collecting donations for its holiday work via Twitter and GoFundMe.

And while his charity work is an important part of keeping his father's legacy alive, Prince has other ways too. He's working on breaking into the music business, and his first step was to start a production company called King's Son Productions.

"It’s a little homage to my dad," he explained. "We try to focus on bringing back the long form of storytelling in music videos."

More: Paris and Prince Jackson reunite for an epic outing to the tattoo parlor

Before you go, check out our slideshow below.

21 celebs whose kids became famous too
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Make these cute chocolate-peanut butter turkey pops instead of pie

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We love a good, old-fashioned pie as much as the next person. But these chocolate peanut butter turkey pops are kind of irresistible, aren't they? Just mix up the dough, roll into balls, dip in chocolate and decorate. They're simple enough to make with your kids. In fact, you might even have enough time to make these and pie — they're that easy.

More: Oreo turkeys and Pilgrim hats — Thanksgiving food crafts the kids will love

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Image: Tiffany Egbert/SheKnows

Chocolate turkey pops recipe

Yields about 30

Ingredients:

  • 12 ounces peanut butter
  • 1 stick butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 pound powdered sugar
  • 16 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • Candy corn
  • Candy eyes
  • 30 treat sticks
  • 30 fudge-striped cookies

More: 30-minute sweet treats for all those holiday celebrations you have to bake for

Directions:

1. In the bowl of a mixer, beat peanut butter and butter. Stir in vanilla. Add powdered sugar and beat on low speed until smooth.

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 2. Roll into 1-inch balls and place in the freezer for at least 1 hour.

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3. Place the chocolate in a deep bowl with the coconut oil and microwave for 10 to 15 seconds at a time, stirring between intervals, until melted. Dip the treat stick in the melted chocolate then insert it chocolate-end first into the peanut butter ball. Return the balls to the fridge to allow them to cool.

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Image: Tiffany Egbert/SheKnows

4. Completely cover the chilled peanut butter balls in chocolate, then tap off any excess chocolate.

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Image: Tiffany Egbert/SheKnows

5. Add candy eyes in the front. Cut the tip of a piece of candy corn and place it below the eyes on the face as the beak.

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Image: Tiffany Egbert/SheKnows

6. Add three candy corns as feathers. Cut the lower portion off the fudge-stripe cookie and use chocolate to attach it to the back of the turkey pop.

Check out the video below to see how it's all done.

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Image: Tiffany Egbert/SheKnows

More: Gobble latte coffee spoons are the best way to sweeten your morning cup

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turkey pops


I don't think my coworkers will ever trust me after I told them I voted for Trump

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Today we're talking about how partisan fighting can impact the workplace.

More: My coworkers lost all respect for me when I told them I'm voting for Trump

Question:

When I landed this job, my coworkers welcomed me with open arms and I foolishly thought I’d found a work family I’d never leave. That all changed with the election.

Until the day after the election, I’d kept my mouth shut about my political views. Everyone in my office favored Clinton and viewed Trump as despicable. I remember one woman saying, “How could any thinking woman vote for him?”

Well, I could and did. And I made the mistake of saying so when Trump won, because I felt his election showed there were a lot of people who thought like I did. I’ll never forget the look of horror on my coworker’s face. The news spread like a brush fire. Coworker after coworker confronted me asking, “How could you?”

My coworkers now despise me and act as if I’m a racist and sexist. I fear I’ll never become a supervisor here, which was one of my career goals. I’m leaning toward quitting, but I really did love this job and my coworkers, and I don’t know what I’ll say if an interviewer asks “Why are you leaving this job?”

More: My boss has a Donald Trump personality, and I don't know how to defend him

Answer:

When two candidates and their followers demonize the other candidate and his or her followers, it leaves bitterness that can’t help but sour relations in some workplaces. In the last two elections, those who supported other candidates generally swallowed their disappointment and moved on. This year feels different for many reasons, including the fact that your coworkers expected their candidate to win, feel betrayed by the contradiction between the Electoral College and popular vote results, and genuinely fear many of Trump’s behaviors.

While that doesn’t make it fair for them to funnel their anger and sense of betrayal toward you, it does mean you need to learn how to deal with it.

First, give it time. This election generated genuine grieving, beginning with shock and denial.

Second, if you are determined to get this promotion, you have some explaining to do. Although the coworker who asked “How could you?” probably meant this question as an attack rather than a genuine question, you can answer. Likely you felt the country needed change. You may choose to hold up a mirror, and say, “Can we get past the labeling? I’m not suddenly a sexist or a racist. Both candidates had flaws.” Regardless, you have a viewpoint and it’s time we healed by listening to those who see things differently than we.

Third, you have a chance to learn a hard lesson: How to handle disapproval, a particularly important skill if you intend becoming a supervisor. When supervisors can’t handle disapproval, manipulative employees learn how to play them. If you let others’ disapproval run you or force you to quit a job you love, you’ll take the easy way out, and lose part of yourself. Stay, and talk with your work family. We all need to heal the divisions this election created or revealed.

© 2016, Lynne Curry. If you'd like an answer to your career question, it's easy. Write lynne@thegrowthcompany.com. Lynne authored Beating the Workplace Bully (AMACOM, 2016) and Solutions. You can also follow Lynne@lynnecurry10 on Twitter or access her other posts on SheKnows, www.workplacecoachblog.com or www.bullywhisperer.com.

More: Loving my job is destroying my relationship

8 renovation mistakes we learned from the Property Brothers

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Home makeover fans, we have a treat arriving just before Thanksgiving. The Property Brothers Jonathan and Drew Scott are back with a new series, Brothers Take New Orleans. This time, they're in the Big Easy on a special assignment: Each brother will renovate one half of a double-shotgun house, competing for who adds the most value.

They're working with St. Bernard Project, an organization that rebuilds homes and communities after disasters — like hurricane Katrina in NOLA. Believe it or not, 16,000 homes remain unlivable. But it's important work. Each time a home is turned around into a livable space, it revitalizes the neighborhood around it, encouraging other people to improve their properties and eventually encouraging businesses to move in as well.

But back to the brothers — Drew and Jonathan did a spectacular job transforming this duplex. SheKnows got to see the first episode in the series and already we were blown away. Drew says the reno didn't cost the owner a thing. When she moved into one half of the duplex, he asked her what she thought of the color. She replied, "To be honest I don't have a say in the color because I don't even have a home, so anything you do is a blessing."

Aw man, the feels!

OK, so most of us don't get to have Drew and Jonathan come over and transform our home. The best we can do is mine them for tips on how to do our own renovation projects — or rather, what not to do. Here's what they told SheKnows are the worst mistakes homeowners make.

More: How to make smart choices when renovating your kitchen

1. You overspend, especially if you're renovating to sell your home

"You never want to over-renovate before selling," Drew says. "If you are looking to sell your home, talk with your real estate agent to find out what the value would be with those renovations. Then go back and look at how much it's going to cost to do all that work." He says it's always a fine calculation, but the bottom line is, spending more won't always pay off. There is a point of diminishing returns.

"Your home may look fantastic, but buyers aren't going to give you money for everything you've done," Drew says. "You have to look at what buyers value in a home."

2. You spend too much money on the wrong things

"Don't put in a pool," Jonathan says. "You'll never get the money back." That's just for starters. Exactly what to polish or replace is another question you'll want to talk out with your real estate agent. You may need as little as a fresh coat of paint in all the rooms, as opposed to a total kitchen gut.

3. You don't save up enough money

Plan your budget, and then prepare to go over budget. This means you'll need to be prepared with ample savings. How? "If you look at the Property Brothers series, every single homeowner has a different story," Drew says. "Some homeowners come through with financing, home credit loans, borrow from family." There are even government grants for home upgrades. Drew recommends working with a financial adviser with a special interest in home renovations.

He also recommends checking out Dream Home: The Property Brothers’ Ultimate Guide to Finding & Fixing Your Perfect House. "It really does break everything down and gives you all the tips and tricks, with a savings guide and calendars."

More: Jonathan Scott's checklist for avoiding renovation rip-offs

4. You work with an unlicensed contractor

Don't go with "some guy" your brother/realtor/random passenger on the bus recommended. At the very least, for your own protection, go with a licensed contractor. But that's not all. "Just because someone's licensed," Jonathan tells us, "doesn't mean they're good." He recommends going online to check out the contractor's website. No, it doesn't have to be a work of art. But it should be a proper website that looks like a career business, not some side work. On top of that, Jonathan says, "check to see if they're affiliated with organizations, ask about previous work and get referrals."

5. You take the first quote without getting counteroffers

Getting a quote is free, so ask for quotes so you can compare them and get an idea of what the going rate is for various jobs. Keep this in mind, though: "The cheapest quote is not necessarily the best one," says Drew.

6. You don't do your research — and it shows

You need to go in understanding the whole renovation process, so read up before you get started. Definitely don't tell a contractor that you don't know anything because they'll pad the price. Know which questions to ask.

Jonathan also recommends looking at sample punch lists and sample budgets so you have a more organized start. A punch list is when you list all the tasks/milestones you want your contractor to complete with due dates and scheduled payments throughout. This helps you track progress on your project and should also prevent you from paying ahead of work being completed. (The Property Brothers have an app in development that will help with this, by the way.)

7. You miss the opportunity to incorporate local flavor

"We like to raise the bar with all our designs by educating the audience about the local culture," Drew says. He recommends looking at some of the well-restored homes in your area to notice any special design elements or styles. In New Orleans, the brothers toured the city and visited local businesses, including one that creates lanterns. They took inspiration from reclaimed woodwork. "Do a little research online and find out what the traditional culture is in your city," he suggests.

More: 5 reasons the Property Brothers' 'Dream Home' is a must-read

8. You try to pull off a Property Brothers-level renovation on a Property Brothers timeline on a Property Brothers budget

Jonathan lays it on us straight: "Nobody can renovate a home at the same price and on the same timeline we do. I don't charge for my time and we get price cuts and discounts." The crew works overtime to get projects completed by the deadline in order to fit into a television schedule. So while you can pick up tips and inspiration from the show, don't base your budget and timeline on what you see on the show. Do your homework to find out what makes the most sense given your time and resources.

Brothers Take New Orleans premieres Wednesday, Nov. 23 at 9/8c on HGTV.


Forget a baby – 11 other things that could happen to Sansa Stark in GoT

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If there is one true Queen of the North, I am so ridiculously happy it's Sansa Stark. This woman has been through some absolutely dire, horrific and abject events on Game of Thrones and finally, in Season 6, Sansa got some sweet, sweet revenge. Or were you not thoroughly empowered and impressed when she low-key assembled an entire army, supported her brother's fight against Ramsay (the worst person in Westeros, if you ask me) and then just watched the latter get torn to shreds by a pack of dogs. Sure, revenge isn't always the answer, but in this case, I think it's safe to say we were all cheering Sansa on.

As the time draws nearer to the Game of Thrones Season 7 premiere, it only makes sense to contemplate what lies in store for the eldest female Stark. With a recent rumor about Sansa's possible pregnancy now debunked thanks to the Huffington Post, it's time to truly assess what could happen to her in the penultimate season.

More: HBO might be behind the ridiculous amount of GoT spoilers on the internet

As the series winds down, there are only so many realistic possibilities to contend with. It should be noted — and this is pretty interesting — that Game of Thrones is now officially (and quite literally) off book, diverging from the original series, and Sansa is not entrenched in any major fan theories. This means she is not beholden to any predetermined fate, nor can we truly grasp what's in store for her.

So, all things considered, what could legitimately happen to Sansa in Season 7?

More: Think about it, Game of Thrones' Dany and Jon will totally end up together

1. Sansa may be going to war with her sister, Arya

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This one is a bit of a doozy, but it's also the freshest story keeping the Sansa rumor mill running. Watchers on the Wall noted that Arya and Sansa will clash over ruling when they reunite in Season 7. This makes sense since the sisters never truly got along and they've been separated quite a long time. That kind of absence from this pivotal maturation in their respective lives means these sisters will be more like strangers when they cross paths again. Is there a Stark war brewing?

2. She will kill Arya or Bran

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Speaking of clashes, Sansa may go completely off the rails and decide that she wants to be the only living Stark in the North. As we've seen with the Mad King Aerys, madness plagues those in power. Sansa is at the top of the food chain in the North and might do anything to keep it that way.

3. Sansa will fight with Jon for total control of the North

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Going a different route but still in the power-hungry vein, Sansa could very well challenge Jon for the right to rule Winterfell and the North. She is the eldest Stark heir in name (which is an important factor on Game of Thrones) and Jon is not a direct descendant of Ned Stark's. Sansa could totally square off against Jon to reclaim what is rightfully hers.

5. She could be plotting something major with Littlefinger

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Remember that intense stare Littlefinger and Sansa shared as the men serving Jon Snow chanted "King in the North"? That could very well have been a signal that Littlefinger is once again going to worm his way back into Sansa's life and plot something dastardly. Fingers crossed, though, that Sansa keeps her wits about her and works the arrangement to her advantage.

6. Speaking of Littlefinger, she could also fall in love with him

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What if plotting for power laid the foundation for a powerful and romantic union? It's no secret that Littlefinger has been eerily moon-eyed over Sansa for some time now. Sure, it's a little Freudian because Sansa looks like her mother (and Littlefinger's childhood crush), Catelyn Stark, but Sansa is not her mother. In an attempt to get companionship and true comfort, she might turn to the one man who knows her the best.

7. If she does love again, Sansa could also fall in love with Jon

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It's technically not gross but it's still a bit weird, right? If Jon did actually swerve everyone's prediction and not hook up with Daenerys in a romantic way, then he could actually get involved with Sansa. We know Jon likes redheads (remember Ygritte?) and Jon is a rational guy. He would cozy up to Sansa out of familiarity and to keep the Stark name as powerful as possible. Plus, winter has finally arrived and I wouldn't be surprised if cuffing season didn't exist in Westeros in some way. C'mon, it could totally work.

8. Sansa could die

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Listen, death is a very real and regular event on Game of Thrones. As long as Sansa is living, she could be Death's next victim. Don't hate the player. Hate the game.

9. Sansa is still a wildcard, so what if she goes off script?

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Sansa isn't beholden to any kind of destiny or prophecy, unlike Cersei Lannister or Jon Snow. While Cersei and Jon don't quite know of their own fates or personal histories, respectively, they are certainly more defined and controlled by those theories than Sansa. Sansa could take us all by surprise and do something completely random, like abandon Winterfell and go to live a Wildling existence for the rest of her days. Just sayin'.

10. She could help her family fight off the White Walkers

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I loathe the idea of Sansa actually turning against her siblings, however possible it may be. I like to think that as the White Walkers bear down on Westeros, Sansa will unite her Stark siblings, round up one ridiculously huge army and finish those devilish undead dudes once and for all. How epic would that be?

11. She could lead the Stark army in an attack on King's Landing

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It's no secret that there will be a big battle or two involving the Lannisters in Season 7. While Daenerys will ostensibly square off against Cersei for the Iron Throne, the Starks could potentially lead a charge to avenge the deaths of their family members, a majority of whom were murdered at the hands of the Lannisters or Lannister stand-ins. Sansa is great at getting an army together; would she lead the charge on King's Landing too?

More: Don't mourn Game of Thrones' series finale news — it's actually for the best

So, what's next for Sansa? I've only dropped a few ideas into the mix, but I think it's safe to say literally anything could happen. All I know is that I am in dire need of Season 7 and I'm totally ready to watch Sansa channel her inner queen.

What do you think will happen to Sansa in Season 7? Let us know in the comments below.

Before you go, check out our slideshow below.

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90 Day Fiance reunion offers an update on the couples

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It's the final reunion show and we get to see how our couples turned out.

The stars of the 90 Day Fiance reunion are couples Chantal and Pedro as well as Alla and Matt. Alla did a really great job of sharing her feelings and thoughts. Her calm demeanor was notable and she and Matt seemed in sync and supportive of each other. Although they had some struggles with Matt's brother, the wedding turned out nice and everyone seemed to be moving in a positive direction. Ally's son seemed excited as well he told the camera that this was his new home, which was heart-warming.

More: Anfisa finally opens up to Jorge on 90 Day Fiancé

Chantal and Pedro also appeared to have a positive connection as well. Chantal talked about Pedro in very endearing terms. They seem to have moved past the family issues that caused tension earlier in the season. Proof that if your connection is strong enough, even family conflict won't be able to break that.

More: Jorge and Anfisa are having a communication breakdown on 90 Day Fiancé

In contrast, Jorge and Anfisa need to work on conflict resolution. Similarly, Nicole and Azan are still trying to figure out their relationship and Nicole’s mom appears concerned. Nicole does appear to be optimistic, which is a good quality. The two couples here have some challenges to overcome in order to help themselves and their relationships flourish. If Jorge and Anifsa can figure what is behind the conflict and be able to work through, then they will have some skills to manage their feelings and hopefully develop a healthier relationship than what was shown on the program. They did get married, as compared to Nicole and Azan who are not married yet. Hopefully, these two couples can figure out what is best.

More: Jorge and Anfisa's relationship on 90 Day Fiancé seems dependent on gifts

Hopefully the couples can all find happiness together.

Before you go, check out our slideshow below.

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How to win at Friendsgiving

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The holidays are the best time of the year, so why not try to get as much mileage out of them as you possibly can? Friendsgiving is a time to celebrate with the family you’ve chosen — and an excuse to sneak a bit more merriment into the season. Here are some tips to embrace this new American tradition and make precious memories that you’ll hold onto for the rest of your life.*

More: 25 turkey FAILS that will make you rethink your Thanksgiving menu plan

Change the menu

There is no reason for you to bring a tried and true stalwart like your grandma’s famous green bean casserole. A) You’ll probably be eating that at regular Thanksgiving. B) it will remind you about how your grandma is racist and you don’t think you can brush that off as “adorable” anymore. And C) Friendsgiving is a made-up holiday, so there are no rules!

Think of it less like Thanksgiving and more like the feast to end all feasts. Replace bland roasted turkey with a fancy-schmancy prime rib — though that could bring up the whole controversy about how Trump eats his beef well done like a rube on crazy pills. Maybe a whole poached salmon — though that will likely bring up the topic of the state of our oceans and how climate change is accelerating.

Maybe we just skip it all and go straight to pie.

Order all the pies

You shouldn’t have to choose between apple, pumpkin and pecan. You shouldn’t have to resign yourself to a mere wee sliver, splitting a pie with a tableful of people who have also been downing two sleeves of Oreos a day since Nov. 9 just to get them through another day of haunting dread and abject despair. Come clean and admit you’ve been self-medicating with sweets and let others come out to you as well, like a reverse intervention. Order one for everyone and serve with large wooden spoons and personal cans of whipped cream.

Conversation cards

Friendsgiving topics of conversation will revolve around the following:

  • The election
  • How to deal with your family after the election
  • Racism
  • Wondering how you’ll survive in wars ahead
  • Obamacare
  • More racism

We are entering the Dark Ages for small talk and jovial banter. You will be left begging for the days where you had to listen to your friends prattle on about real estate or their boring-ass babies.

Editor's note: Seriously, though, the organization SURJ (Showing Up for Racial Justice) has created a Holiday Hotline that will help you talk through tough conversations with family and friends. Just text SOS to 82623.

If you plan ahead, you can save everyone momentarily from the pit of despair they have dwelled in for the last two weeks. Put together a deck of index cards with interesting topics written on them and keep them face down in the center of the table. Whenever the specter of reality begins to creep in, pull up one of these gems and let the good times roll.

  • Birds: How much do they really know?
  • What do you believe is the correct length for a pair of men’s shorts?
  • Anyone remember Jackée? From 227? Was she something else or what!?
  • Why do people believe gingers have no souls when blond children look shifty as all hell?
  • Since men’s nipples are superfluous, what could they be replaced with to make life more convenient?
  • What’s better: Oprah or okra?
  • When did everyone start hating clowns?
  • Would you rather have an extra leg or live in a world where a white supremacist is America’s... oh, wait... no no NO NO NO NO…..wait ummmm….errrrr…..something about butts. Extra butts!

More: How to cook Thanksgiving dinner for just the two of you

Dress up like characters from Jean-Claude Van Damme's tour-de-force Sudden Death

A quick recap for any foreigners attending their first American Friendsgiving: Jean-Claude Van Damme is the fire marshal for the arena where the Pittsburgh Penguins are trying to win the Stanley Cup, but then terrorists show up and hold the vice president of the United States prisoner in a luxury box and one of the terrorists kidnaps Jean-Claude Van Damme’s daughter while dressed up as the mascot and then he has to save everyone because all the good guys are secretly bad, and while trying to hide he gets confused for the goalie and blocks a shot which sends the game into sudden death overtime and the movie ends with a helicopter crashing through the roof of the arena and then exploding when it hits the ice. It’s pretty much everything that is awesome about America condensed into 110 minutes of nonstop action.

Anyway, if your guests dress up, there will be at least one person at the table in a gigantic penguin outfit, which will be a comforting reminder about how America used to kick so much ass it wasn’t even funny, and as the plotline sounds far more plausible that one where we all live under the authoritarian rule of a reality show host/beauty pageant owner, there could be a good chance that Jean-Claude Van Damme will pull a Christmas miracle and save us all.

Create a designated "crying closet"

Every 20 minutes or so, you’ll catch someone’s eyes wandering off into the distance and go dead a bit before they excuse themselves to “answer this email real quick.” I’ve been checking my email about five, sometimes 10 times a day as of late.

Like a Broadway theater, your house should be a safe space. Empty out your coat closet and fill it with comfy pillows and thick blankets, a flameless “Autumn in the Park” Yankee Candle, a copy of Sarah McLachlan’s Surfacing in your college Discman and a few boxes of Puffs Plus — the Cadillac of crying.

Serve liquor from countries you could see yourself fleeing to. Scotch has been tainted by Brexit, the wines of France are souring as Le Pen seems to be growing more powerful by the day, Russian vodka is a no-no. Who’s got hooch and hasn’t lost their freaking minds yet? What’s going on in Tonga? They had that sexy oiled-up flag bearer at the Olympics. They got anything that can wipe out some very traumatized memory cells? How about Australia? I suppose I could deal with living amongst 40-foot spiders and biker gangs made up of actual snakes if I were drunk enough.

More: 26 simple last-minute recipes that will save your Thanksgiving

*As for the rest of your life — we give it about five or six years before society collapses and we’re left in a barren post-apocalyptic society in which each of you will need to fend for yourself and survive by any means necessary. So start planning your strategy now if you want this year’s great Friendsgiving memories to last!

Seeing Alzheimer’s through my children's eyes

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“Wanna hug, Grandma?” Gideon, my 9-year-old runs in and asks my mother before I’ve even walked through the front door of the Alzheimer’s home where she now lives. It doesn't matter if she has soup stains on her shirt, her hair is flattened to one side of her head, she’s sitting at a table with six other people in wheelchairs or a table by herself playing with her napkin. As soon as my son finds her, he throws his arms wide open, stretches his mouth to the widest smile he can make and gets his body in pre-hug position. My mother’s 84-year-old eyes light up.

“Yes! Yes, please!” she says.

Then he leans his whole body into her, turning his head to the left so he can press his small chest against hers. She grabs his neck with her long, bony fingers and hangs on to him. It’s a breathtakingly pure expression of love, and a lot for a 9-year-old to take. He usually pulls away first.

“OK, Grandma, I’ll be right back!”

He runs off, either to watch cartoons with some of the other residents or weasel an ice cream sandwich out of one of the kitchen staff. He is unbelievably comfortable at this place.

I’m not sure how this happened, this OK-ness with people whose minds and bodies are in such bad shape. I spend every afternoon with my two children from 3 p.m. to bedtime. I know they’re not saints. I also know that their grandmother’s illness has never been shrouded in secrecy. We visit her regularly. They have heard me talk about it with my husband as well as friends in similar situations. When we are all together, I always check in with my kids. “Are you OK? Is this too much?” I ask. I make it clear that I understand if they are freaked out and want to leave. Certainly there have been times when I felt that way. But I'm also careful not to project my reactions onto them. Not doing this became embarrassingly clear to me last year with my older son.

Gabriel and I spent three months of Sundays volunteering at Silverado, the home where my mother is now living. Our motivation was twofold. He was preparing for a bar mitzvah and public service was one of the requirements. We also wanted to better understand the progression of Alzheimer’s. We had a basic understanding of how the illness attacks the memory, but neither of us had been exposed to how it also breaks down bodily functions, which, even for me, a grown woman, is frightening to see.

After our first shift, I was concerned he was going to have nightmares. We saw people at every stage of the disease: slack-jawed in wheelchairs, arms and legs akimbo, a few of them yelling profanity and hitting their caregivers. As a mother afraid my son might be too young to see all this and the daughter of a woman headed in this direction, that’s certainly all I could see. Gabriel saw all this as well, but it didn’t get in the way of his curiosity.

The first day there, we met a man named Israel. He had a Groucho Marx face and wore his pants pulled up very high. He immediately wanted to talk to us.

“Tell me who you are,” he barked at my son.

 “Gabriel,” he answered, sitting down next to him. “Who are you?” 

“I’m Israel.” 

“Hello Israel,” he said, smiling, ready for the next question.

Israel was not a young man, maybe 80 or so, but his face didn’t look like a person who was done with life yet. He stared at us.

“Where are you from, Israel?” I asked, hoping to keep the conversation going.

“China,” he said.

“China, wow. Have you been here long?”

“One day,” he replied.

Gabriel smiled at me and then at him.

“Do you like it here?” Gabriel asked him.

“No!”

Gabriel let out a small reflexive laugh, taken in by his bluntness.

(Sidebar: If you are looking for a silver lining in the ravages of Alzheimer’s — and who isn’t? — this is one. There isn’t a lot of editing of emotion, which, when it’s not blind rage, can be endearing and even refreshing.) 

For the next few weeks, whenever Gabriel and I went to Silverado, he would immediately look for Israel. If he was sleeping, Gabriel would find someone else to talk to. One time, I came out of the bathroom and found Gabriel standing by the front door holding hands with a frail woman with a striking head of half gray and half brown hair.

“Mom,” Gabriel yelled, “I’m going to take Evelyn for a walk with one of the aides. We’ll be back.” When they returned, I mentioned something about her hair, and how it was kind of sad.

“Why?” Gabriel responded, “She was very happy outside. She likes to walk.”

He didn’t see her hair and her disheveled robe the way I did. He didn’t see a once-active woman stripped of her independence. And he doesn’t see his grandmother this way, either. He’s certainly aware that she is no longer the grandma who navigated through crowds at Times Square so he could buy M&M’s at the M&M's Store. But he also sees the woman who can still laugh at a joke and makes him feel like the most special kid in the world. This is true for both my boys. I love this not only for them, but also, selfishly, for me. When I am able to see her through their eyes, unburdened by a long and complicated history, I'm able to enjoy her right now, in the moment, which, as any self-help guru or family member of someone with Alzheimer’s will tell you, is all we really have.

A new app delivers mixologists right to your door

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Award winning publicist, consultant and entrepreneur, Amanda Spann, has launched her latest business venture, Alchomy, and it is changing the way you host parties. Alchomy is the go-to digital platform for finding and reserving professional mixologists in your area to ease the stress of party planning.

Name: Amanda Spann

Company: Alchomy App

Headquarters: Chicago, Illinois

Year founded: 2015

Twitter: @AlchomyApp

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Want to sign up for the Pitch, or know someone who would be a great candidate? Email us today at thepitch@sheknows.com!

Miley Cyrus reminds us that The Voice is about more than just singing

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Everybody loves to hate on Miley Cyrus and gush over Alicia Keys, but Keys is by no means the only person to share valuable messages on The Voice. Tonight, Cyrus – despite being stuck in a very tough situation with two stars battling for saves — shared a truly inspiring message that left both her contestants and her fans back home eager to share the love.

More: The Voice's Billy Gilman made the right choice by ditching country music

When it became apparent that at least one member of Team Miley would be going home tonight, the disappointed coach admitted, "Your job as a coach is to avoid this moment at all costs."

More: Darby Walker doesn't deserve all the hate on The Voice

It's not easy to know that your team is slowly being whittled down and that you have no real stay as to who remains in the running for another week and who goes home. That being said, Cyrus can take solace in knowing that she has helped her team members not only develop their vocal talents, but also develop kindness, compassion, and other important traits.

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Although clearly saddened by the prospect of heading home, Aaron Gibson and Darby Walker made it clear that they have benefited from working with Cyrus. Walker thanked Cyrus for "allowing me to be the free spirit that I am...because people need to realize that they can be who they are." Gibson echoed this by thanking Cyrus for teaching him what it means not only to be a good performer, but also a good person in general.

More: Billy Gilman doesn't have an unfair advantage on The Voice

Cyrus was touched by the words of her valued team members. She made it clear that, while she wants to contribute to her team members' vocal development, she's far happier to know that they think their time with Team Miley has made them into better people.

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Miley Cyrus video

It's easy to criticize Cyrus for her dramatic behavior, but when it comes down to it, she really does care about the members of Team Miley. She desperately wants them to make waves in the music industry, but she doesn't want them to change the fundamentals of who they are in order to achieve commercial success. Take note Gwen Stefani — this is how you support the contestants who make your team unique.

Do you think America made the right choice in sending Darby Walker home? How much longer will Aaron Gibson last on The Voice? Comment and share your opinion below.

Before you go, check out our slideshow below.

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Bethenny Frankel & Jason Hoppy may be divorced but the drama isn't over

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If the latest news about Bethenny Frankel's ex-husband Jason Hoppy is true, the guy might actually be insane.

More: Everyone's excited for Bethenny Frankel's baby news! Well, except for her mom

According to TMZ, Frankel's current boyfriend Dennis Shields is threatening to sue Hoppy if Hoppy doesn't stop sending him e-mails insulting Frankel.

The outlet reports that Shields has been included on 49 e-mails in the past 70 that Hoppy has sent to Frankel, accusing Frankel of being ugly, old and irrelevant.

Hoppy also reportedly recommends that Shields run for the hills and states that Frankel has a "revolving door of men" and that Shields will "be gone soon."

Frankel and Shields have been dating for about a year now, and he's standing by his woman. With a lawyer.

Sources told TMZ that Frankel and Shields are fed up and Shields' lawyer has sent Hoppy a letter telling him to stop sending e-mails immediately or Shields will sue.

More: The hate Bethenny Frankel is getting on Instagram is the worst we've ever seen

So far Hoppy has yet to comment on the accusations.

Hoppy and Frankel were married in 2010 and separated in 2013. Their divorce was only officially finalized this past July, after a heated custody battle over their daughter, Bryn. Page Six reports Hoppy celebrated his divorce by shredding the document and throwing it in the fountain at the Four Seasons, where the couple wed.

I think if Hoppy is actually sending e-mails in "increasing frequency and hostility," then Frankel and Shields have every right to turn to legal action in order to get him to back off.

And this isn't the first time Hoppy has come across like a total creep.

Hoppy allegedly told Frankel once, "I’m going to destroy you. I’m going to have you and your publicist crumbling and crying in the corner."

He also apparently wouldn't let her be alone with her daughter and would give her death stares every chance he got.

More: Bethenny Frankel's NYC apartment comes with neighbors Beyoncé and Jay Z

Sounds like Hoppy needs to focus his life on moving forward, maybe with some professional help.

Do you think Frankel and Shields should sue for harassment if it turns out these e-mails are real and true?

Before you go, check out our slideshow below.

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Brad Pitt is an innocent man, according to the FBI

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Brad Pitt might actually have a shot at getting joint custody of his six children after the FBI cleared him of any wrongdoing following child abuse accusations in his divorce with Angelina Jolie.

More: Brad Pitt's divorce 'mistake' was actually carefully planned

Us Weekly obtained a statement released by the FBI which said, "In response to allegations made following a flight within the special aircraft jurisdiction of the United States which landed in Los Angeles carrying Mr. Brad Pitt and his children, the FBI has conducted a review of the circumstances and will not pursue further investigation. No charges have been filed in this matter."

The investigation was spurred by claims that Pitt got into an altercation with his teenage son Maddox Jolie-Pitt while aboard a private plan in September. The altercation was rumored to be so bad that it spurred Jolie to file for divorce.

According to Us Weekly, the FBI interview Jolie for four hours as part of the investigation.

Pitt was already cleared of wrongdoing by the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services on Nov. 9. The DCFS also ruled out any reports that there was a repeated pattern of misconduct on Pitt's part, as Us Weekly reported.

More: Billy Bob Thornton's marriage to Angelina Jolie played on his insecurities

The FBI's findings validate claims that there was a secret recording tape from the flight that allegedly proved no flight took place on board.

Despite the findings, rumor has it that Jolie has no plans to give Pitt joint custody easily.

According to sources who spoke with TMZ, Jolie may be willing to one day allow Pitt to have a "normal" parenting routine, but she believes he needs to get his act together first. Until that day, she wants full custody.

More: The FBI's still pushing to bring assault charges against Brad Pitt

Maybe now that all investigations have concluded that Pitt is a good parent, Jolie will change her tune.

Do you think Pitt and Jolie will be able to come to a peaceful custody solution in their divorce?

Before you go, check out our slideshow below.

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt through the years
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We totally called the Dancing with the Stars finale, thank you very much

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Laurie Hernandez has won the Dancing with the Stars Season 23 Mirror Ball Trophy. Obviously.

We could have tried to play this off as a suspenseful season finale, but I mean... come on.

More: The DWTS pressure is getting to Val Chmerkovskiy in Season 23

The girl had it in the bag since the get go.

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DWTS laurie hernandez win tweet 1

Yes, I loved me some Terra Jolé this season. She was eliminated too soon! James Hinchcliffe's freestyle last night gave me way too many feels. And Calvin Johnson constantly surprised me.

But Hernandez just had gold written all over her. I mean, it doesn't hurt that she already has a gold and silver Olympic medal under her belt. Who is Dancing with the Stars to deny her one more trophy?

Not that she didn't deserve it. She absolutely did. And not just because of her dancing skills. Hernandez brought and excitement and energy to the show that was infectious. She was simply fun to watch.

More: The DWTS judges let loose on the most-hated performance of last night

Carrie Ann Inaba was so enamored with the young star that she said if she ever had a daughter, she hoped she would be just like Hernandez. Talk about a compliment!

After her win, Hernandez said, "I just want to thank everyone for their support and riding along this crazy roller coaster of my life. And, my goal is just to inspire others as I go on with my journey, and thanks for being there for me."

Hernandez's dancing journey is far from over, though. She's already signed on to be part of the upcoming DWTS tour!

More: Thank God Dancing with the Stars has nothing to do with politics

Were you surprised by Laurie Hernandez's Dancing with the Stars win?

Before you go, check out our slideshow below.

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Tila Tequila's antics finally went too far even for Twitter

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Tila Tequila has used Twitter for racist rants and hoards of other inappropriate things (see our slideshow below), but it was the seig heil celebrating Adolph Hitler that was the final straw.

More: Tila Tequila fans question her sanity after odd rant on social media

Tequila posted a picture from a National Policy Institute event, with her hand raised in the air in the Nazi salute. She captioned the image, "seig heil!"

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The photo has since been removed as Twitter suspended Tequila for her inappropriate and hateful speech. I'm honestly surprised it took them this long. And what makes her Nazi-fueled hate any different than any of the other racist rants she's been on? I think Twitter needs to take a closer look at their content policies because, in my humble opinion, no hate speech should ever be condoned.

More: Tila Tequila begs fans for a huge favor, indicating she's broke

The National Policy Institute is a white nationalist organization that is know for celebrating Hitler and advocating for white supremacy.

They were also vocal supporters of Donald Trump in the election.

According to the Washington Post, the restaurant where the event was held, Maggiano’s Little Italy in Northwest Washington D.C. has since apologized for allowing the event to take place at their location.

"This was a last minute booking made Friday afternoon, and the reservation was made under a different name, therefore we were not aware that NPI was dining with us or what the group represents," a representative from the restaurant told The Post.

As for Tequila, she thinks people need to chill out.

"I’m obviously not white and I think it’s so funny to get a rise out of people who are so easily triggered by things like that," Tequila said in an interview with The Tab. "I like to be a bit more fun. And a lot of people are missing out on that point. We’re actually preserving the freedom to be able to speak online and do these things, that’s important. Just as protesters have the right to protest, we have the right to things like that. It’s important to preserve these rights.

She added, "If anything, I feel like Jews are more like the Nazis."

More: Celebrity Big Brother kicks Tila Tequila off for her Hitler support

I could start ranting about how Tequila is missing the point entirely and is so blind it's infuriating, but I think any rational-minded person understands that this line of thinking is detrimental to society. I'll just say that any message that spreads hate and not love is one we should avoid at all costs.

Do you think Twitter should make harsher restrictions against hate speech?

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Ben and Lauren is giving us some serious whiplash

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It's love and paradise again for Ben Higgins and Lauren Bushnell after this week's Ben and Lauren, which is a complete 180 since, when we left them last week, Higgins had called off their wedding.

This week, though, the couple celebrated their one year anniversary, and it was shockingly adorable. Can you blame me for being skeptical? Even after watching their candlelit dinner with strawberries, champagne and a giant, lit-up "B&L" sign, I'm still hesitant.

More: Ben Higgins' wedding stress showcases his not-so-eligible Bachelor side

By next week they'll probably brawling on the floor. I kid, I kid... But seriously.

Higgins even confirmed my suspicions when he shared his highs and lows of the year with Bushnell.

"My low would be knowing for certain we were right for each other, having the blissful idea of what life would be like.… It’s also been hard,” he explained. “I had this idea that life would just be easy-breezy, and it’s not.”

He added, "I don’t want you sad, I don’t want you confused. I just want to see you rock this life."

I just want to see you rock this life?

How about, I want to build a life with you? How about, I know that things have been hard but you're worth fighting for?

"I just want to see you rock this life" just feels so open-ended that as the dwelling woman I am, I would have needed more affirmation than that from Higgins if it were me.

More: Ben Higgins has a lot to say about his wedding plans — or lack thereof

Lauren, however, seemed pleased with the statement.

She gave him the love-filled speech I've been waiting for, "This year has been the best year of my life. I don’t know what I would do without you. I can’t live without you.”

It was then that Higgins finally got it right.

"You’re the love of my life — you always will be," he told her. "I made a big mistake by pushing off the wedding. I don’t want to lose this girl."

Now that's reality TV drama at its finest.

Can these two please focus on a positive future from here on out?

Why do I still have a feeling it will all come crashing down by next week?

Despite the ups and downs of this show, Higgins and Bushnell are making their relationship work.

More: Wait, so are Ben Higgins and Lauren Bushnell engaged or done?

I do appreciate the fact that Ben and Lauren doesn't paint a life-long commitment as constant rainbows and sunshine. It's also hard work and dedication, and Higgins and Bushnell are discovering that just like any couple. I just wish they'd do it with a little more healthy communication and a little less drama. But, hey, that's reality TV for ya.

Do you think Higgins will call off the wedding again or is he dedicated now?

Before you go, check out our slideshow below.

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Leah Remini's latest battle with the Church of Scientology has a $1.5M price tag

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Leah Remini may very well be the Church of Scientology's biggest enemy.

More: Leah Remini's docuseries is going to bring Scientology crashing down

Once a member of the church, she now spills its secrets to pretty much anyone who will listen. Now, as she's planning a documentary about her time in the church and the aftermath that followed when she left it, she's reportedly suing the church for trying to discredit her and her film.

Page Six reports that lawyers for Remini have sent a letter to the church demanding $1.5 million and alleging that church officials wrote a letter to A&E, the network set to air Remini's documentary, trying to get the show canceled.

Blogger Tony Ortega uncovered the letter that the Church of Scientology sent to A&E, which called her a "spoiled, entitled diva," and a "has-been actress," and demanded that the network pull her Scientology and the Aftermath docuseries off the air.

More: Leah Remini reveals the harm Scientology can do to children (VIDEO)

Her lawyers also wrote that they were demanding "compensation for the past, present and ongoing reputational, emotional and economic injuries and damages [Remini has] suffered."

The church has publicly responded to Remini's demands, saying that it has every right to call her names and try to block her show from airing. In a statement, church officials said that Remini's "demands are nothing more than a provocative ploy to generate publicity for what will no doubt be another failed program by a failed ‘celebrity’ seeking to make a buck off of her former religion," and that "the Church will freely exercise its constitutional rights."

More: Tom Cruise is reportedly freaking out over Leah Remini's Scientology reveals

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