To determine which US cities spend the most on alcohol, 2017 expenditure data for metro areas from the Consumer Expenditure Survey was reviewed.
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ShowBiz Minute: West, Miller, Markle
Kanye West says he’s “been used” and will distance himself from politics; Mac Miller benefit to feature Chance, SZA, John Mayer; Royals Harry and Meghan name kiwi birds “gift” and “sneeze.” (Oct. 31)
Tyler Perry casts Tiffany Haddish in his first R-rated comedy
Writer/director Tyler Perry casts Tiffany Haddish in “Nobody’s Fool” – his first R-rated comedy and one of Haddish’s planned 50 movies by the age of 50. (Oct. 31)
World’s tallest statue: India’s record-breaking monument stands twice as tall as Lady Liberty
India unveiled a record-breaking 597-foot bronze statue ofSardar Vallabbhai Patel on Wednesday.
A look at the 19 murder victims in Whitey Bulger’s trial
A jury in 2013 concluded that prosecutors proved that James “Whitey” Bulger was involved in 11 murders, didn’t prove his involvement in seven murders and couldn’t agree on one killing.
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KISS rock out with farewell tour
After 45 years rock and rolling all night (and partying every day), KISS say they’re pulling the plug while they’re still “on top,” with a farewell world tour. (Oct. 31)
Hugh Jackman tackles American politician Gary Hart
Hugh Jackman says playing former presidential hopeful Gary Hart in “The Front Runner” shines a light on American politics today. (Oct. 31)
The trick to getting more treats this Halloween
It’s nearly time for trick-or-treating. An economist weighs in on the best areas to seek sugar. Buzz60’s Justin Kircher has the story.
Reese’s made a ‘candy converter’ so you can trade in disappointing Halloween candy
Reese’s promise for its New York City machine is simple: Put unwanted candy in, get Reese’s.
Malek identifies with Mercury’s immigrant status
At the New York premiere of Queen drama “Bohemian Rhapsody,” Rami Malek says that, as a first generation American, he identifies with late singer Freddie Mercury, who moved to England from Zanzibar as a teenager (Oct. 31)
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