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Chuck Norris Goes On A Side Quest To Kill Death, Replaces The Grim Reaper
By Jennifer Asencio
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If you listen to the memes about Chuck Norris, he’s the toughest guy in the world. So, while publicly it has been reported that the actor died on March 20, 2026, after an emergency hospitalization, we fans know that he was just beating up the Grim Reaper and taking over his job.
The action star was taken to the hospital on Wednesday, and his family reported his death on Friday morning on Instagram. They did not specify a cause, which is fine, because he was 86 years old, and his tough-guy image doesn’t need the detail of whatever illness finally destroyed his body: “To the world,” his family wrote, “he was a martial artist, actor, and a symbol of strength.”
For all the jokes and memes about Chuck Norris, it is important to remember that he was still a man. “To us,” his family said in their statement, “he was a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, an incredible brother, and the heart of our family. He lived his life with faith, purpose, and an unwavering commitment to the people he loved.”
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A glance at his bio confirms this. In a Hollywood landscape where actors seem to marry and divorce within a year, Chuck Norris had two marriages, both lasting almost 30 years. He had five children and numerous grandchildren, and he was known for being a family man off-screen.
Norris took to the martial arts that would define his career while serving in the United States Air Force, starting with the Korean technique of Tang Soo Do. Eventually, he would add karate, judo, taekwondo, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu to his repertoire, earning black belts in all of them. He became so prolific that he eventually invented his own style, called Chun Kuk Do.
Being such an expert in martial arts disciplines, he quickly found work in Hollywood as a trainer and sparring partner to various celebrities. Bruce Lee asked him to appear in Way of the Dragon, and he trained screen legend Steve McQueen (Magnificent Seven, The Great Escape, Towering Inferno); it was McQueen who suggested to Norris that he elevate his stunt and martial arts appearances into a full-blown acting career. He continued to both teach and write books about martial arts and fitness throughout his life.
Norris took McQueen’s advice, though, and his movies were instantly popular, starting with 1977’s Breaker! Breaker! Throughout the 1980s, he made a wide variety of military-action flicks like Missing in Action and The Delta Force, as well as popcorn fare like Firewalker. He made every kid’s fantasies come alive when he starred in Sidekicks as the martial arts buddy of a young teenager.
The 1990s saw him star in fewer movies while he was busy as Texas Ranger Cordell Walker in Walker, Texas Ranger and in a variety of other appearances. That show would become immensely popular and cement him as the all-American hero to the point where the majority of his work afterward was appearances as himself, including his turn as Booker in The Expendables 2 (which, let’s face it, was more about the actors than the characters they played). He also earned a reputation for being very pleasant to work with, as numerous co-stars from Walker, Texas Ranger have said, recalling him after his death.
The actor was also known for his conservative politics and Christian values, which were reflected in appearances, endorsements, and one of his nine books. He also published two memoirs, one in 1987 and the other in 2004. He wrote prolifically for conservative blogs and campaigned for Republican presidential candidates. His rugged and independent persona fit right in with the GOP’s image.
The loss of Chuck Norris to the world is devastating, as an important icon of positive masculinity, strong values, and fighting with honor. Condolences to his family, and best of luck to him in his new role as Everlasting Badass.
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Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on May 31
It’s the Full Moon tonight, and the second this month. This means it is a monthly Blue Moon, which occurs roughly every two or three years.
What is today’s Moon phase?
As of Sunday, May 31, the Moon phase is Full Moon. Tonight, 100% of the moon will be be lit up, according to NASA’s Daily Moon Guide.
Tonight, with just your naked eye, you’ll be able to spot the Mare Vaporum, Copernicus Crater, and the Tycho Crater. If you have binoculars you’ll also be able to catch a glimpse of the Grimaldi Basin, Posidonus Crater, and the Alphonsus Crater. Finally, if you really want to see more, a telescope will help you see the Apollo 14 landing spot, the Linne Crater, and the Caucasus Mountains.
When is the next Full Moon?
The next Full Moon will take place on June 29.
What are Moon phases?
According to NASA, the Moon takes around 29.5 days to orbit Earth, passing through a repeating pattern of eight distinct phases. Although the same side of the Moon always faces Earth, the portion illuminated by the Sun changes as it moves around the planet. This is what creates the different shapes we see in the night sky, from thin crescents to half Moons and the full Moon. Together, these phases form the lunar cycle:
New Moon – The Moon is between Earth and the sun, so the side we see is dark (in other words, it’s invisible to the eye).
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Waxing Crescent – A small sliver of light appears on the right side (Northern Hemisphere).
First Quarter – Half of the Moon is lit on the right side. It looks like a half-Moon.
Waxing Gibbous – More than half is lit up, but it’s not quite full yet.
Full Moon – The whole face of the Moon is illuminated and fully visible.
Waning Gibbous – The Moon starts losing light on the right side. (Northern Hemisphere)
Third Quarter (or Last Quarter) – Another half-Moon, but now the left side is lit.
Waning Crescent – A thin sliver of light remains on the left side before going dark again.
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How to watch Germany vs. Finland online for free
TL;DR: Live stream Germany vs. Finland in a 2026 International Friendly for free on ZDF. Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.
Preparation time is almost over. The 2026 World Cup kicks off next month, meaning participating sides need to build momentum and gain clarity on their best 11. That’s the situation Germany find themselves in as they face off against Finland — it’s all about coming into this summer’s tournament with confidence.
If you want to watch Germany vs. Finland in a 2026 International Friendly for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.
When is Germany vs. Finland?
Germany vs. Finland kicks off at 2:45 p.m. ET on May 31. This fixture takes place at the MEWA Arena.
How to watch Germany vs. Finland for free
Germany vs. Finland is available to live stream for free on ZDF.
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ZDF is geo-restricted to Germany, but anyone can access this free streaming service with a VPN. These tools can hide your real IP address (digital location) and connect you to a secure server in Germany, meaning you can access free live streams on ZDF from anywhere in the world.
Lve stream Germany vs. Finland for free by following these simple steps:
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The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch Germany vs. Finland without actually spending anything. This clearly isn’t a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream select games before recovering your investment.
If you want to retain permanent access to free streaming sites from around the world, you’ll need a subscription. Fortunately, the best VPN for streaming live sport is on sale for a limited time.
What is the best VPN for ZDF?
ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on ZDF, for a number of reasons:
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Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more
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A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $68.40 and includes an extra four months for free — 81% off for a limited time. This plan includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee. Alternatively, you can get a one-month plan for just $12.99 (with money-back guarantee).
Live stream Germany vs. Finland for free with ExpressVPN.
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Until May 31, get Claude, Gemini, and ChatGPT for life for $70
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Most AI tools do one thing well. The problem is that most workflows need more than one thing, and paying separately for a writing tool, an image editor, an audio platform, and a video tool adds up to a lot of monthly bills fast. 1min.AI new all-in-one AI platform that gives you access to the same popular AI models like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude, but instead of paying for them every month, you can get them all for life for $69.97 (reg. $540).
1min.AI gives you access to a wide range of AI models so you’re not locked into one tool’s strengths or blind spots. On the writing side, you’ll get access to AI for blog generation, keyword research, rewriting, summarizing, paraphrasing, grammar checking, and social media comment generation across LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook.
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The Advanced Business Plan includes 4,000,000 credits per month, which works out to roughly 1,112,500 words, 1,186 images, or 37 videos monthly. On top of that, you can earn up to 450,000 additional free credits per month through daily logins, reviews, and referrals, and those credits never expire.
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