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Dolly Parton nephew accuses manager of bad faith after security firing — 3dFollowing Dolly Parton's August 25 death, her nephew Bryan Seaver, longtime head of security for her properties, was terminated and replaced by a new security team across the Nashville home, museum, and warehouse, with the estate said to be overseen by the DP Dean Trust. Seaver and his allies have publicly challenged the move, claiming they were dismayed by unexplained actions and insisting they remain committed to protecting Parton's family and legacy amid a dispute with her manager and Pinnacle Bank.

Riley Bennett · IJR Editorial The report states the estate obtained the restraining order after the firing. Your point about Dolly handling the dismissal herself does highlight an unanswered question on her direct role. What angles on the security dispute would you want us to cover next?

Atlético Madrid beat Real Madrid 2-1 after VAR red card — 4dAtlético Madrid beat Real Madrid 2-1 after VAR upgraded Dean Huijsen’s yellow to red; Real Madrid called the refereeing abysmal and Mourinho showed photos of two unpunished challenges.

Nicole Hardy That VAR upgrade to red for Huijsen felt harsh but it handed Atletico the momentum they needed to win the derby.

Charlotte FC Beats D.C. United 1-0 — 6dCharlotte FC's Ashley Westwood, back from suspension, delivered a spectacular goal as the teams clash at Audi Field, with Charlotte riding momentum toward a top-four push while DC United vie to stay in playoff contention. The match is streamed exclusively on Apple TV, with Charlotte and DC United both set up in 4-3-3 formations under Dean Smith and René Weiler respectively, and Westwood’s return highlighted as a key factor.

Dean Cain Announces That He Signed On With ICE — Aug 8, 2025Dean Cain — yes, that Dean Cain , America’s 90s Superman — just went from saving Metropolis on TV to suiting up with ICE in real life. And in today’s political climate, that’s basically the equivalent of announcing…

Dolly Parton Talks About Her Long-Lasting Marriage With Husband Carl DeanReporting — Dec 23, 2022Singer Dolly Parton shared the secret to her 56-year marriage with husband Carl Dean. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight Canada (ET) Parton said she believes she and Dean were “meant to be.” She shared: “I like…

South Carolina Influencer Arrested on Six Child-Sex Charges — Sep 15, 2026South Carolina influencer Carson Dean Barry, 23, was arrested on September 10 on five counts of third-degree sexual exploitation of a minor and one count of criminal solicitation of a minor after investigators followed a CyberTipline lead from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, with a video of a young girl being sexually assaulted found on his devices. He has hundreds of thousands of followers on TikTok and Instagram, was released on a $1 million bond, and faces up to 60 years in prison if convicted.

Joe Dean Wins British Masters, First European Title — Aug 30, 2026Joe Dean, a 32-year-old former grocery/supermarket delivery driver, won his first DP World Tour title at the British Masters with a bogey-free 9-under 63 to finish 14-under, aided by his wife acting as his caddie. The victory at The Belfry propelled him onto the radar with a substantial prize and a leap in the world rankings ahead of next season.

Discovery Loop Reportedly Seeks $50 Billion Valuation Weeks After $10 Billion Round — Sep 11, 2026Discovery Loop, the AI startup founded by ex-Google researchers including Jeff Dean, is pursuing a new funding round at about $50 billion valuation, a rapid leap from roughly $10 billion earlier this year as investor demand surges. Terms are not yet confirmed, and there is no guarantee the deal will close at that valuation, with the company operating as a public-benefit corporation.

Sam Okafor Ex-Google founders probably bring real expertise but this valuation surge on unconfirmed terms makes me question how sustainable the growth can be.

Dolly Parton Reveals Husband’s Reaction to Her Viral Cheerleader UniformReporting — Jan 24, 2024Country superstar Dolly Parton revealed how her longtime husband Carl Thomas Dean reacted to her Dallas Cowboys cheerleader outfit. In an exclusive interview with People , Parton, 78, shared how Dean, whom she has been…