Nicki Minaj Just Made a Powerful Enemy, My Friend

In the lead-up to last night’s election, Nicki Minaj made a post that basically turned Chucky into a Republican. His creator did not like that one bit, and I would simply not tempt fate by messing with creepy dolls. No good can come of that. - (Variety)

The South Just Rose Again. And White R@cist Republicans Aren’t Part Of It. - (Wonkette)

Woke Won. Here Are The Women Making History At The US Midterms - (R29)

Google tries to walk back their terrible school AI policy following political backlash - (Gizmodo)

Unlike Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield isn’t worried about being associated with his tech villain - (AVC)

Collin Gosselin to influencers who use kids for content: children are not your meal ticket. - (Celebitchy)

Martha Stewart just keeps digging that hole. Now she’s blaming a Black man for her terrible Halloween “costume.” Damn, Martha! - (PEOPLE)

I’ve never seen a single moment of Mormon Wives, nor have I ever watched Dancing with the Stars, but somehow I know the name Whitney Leavitt. Anyway, I guess she’s getting her own reality show now. Super? - (Deadline)

Speaking of Mormon Wives, Jen Affleck has filed for divorce from her husband (His last name is Affleck? I don’t watch the show… I thought she was related to Ben! I DON’T KNOW THINGS, OK! Like, for instance, how did this show premiere in 2024 and they’re in their FIFTH season now? What?!) - (EW)

Listening to James McAvoy talk about relationships and “icks” is my new favorite thing. - (Lainey Gossip)

Good news: Bridal Week Continues With Vivienne Westwood - (GFY)

Each year Cannonball Read holds a (completely voluntary) Holiday Book Exchange, and they’re excited to continue the tradition this year. It’s a lovely part of the CBR community and a great bonus for signing up. Whether you’ve posted zero reviews or over 500, anyone who registered for CBR18 is welcome. (Cannonball Read 18)

TIL there are Ballot-Sniffing DOGS!