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Overnight Briefing & General Reality Check - Nov 11, 2021
November 11, 2021
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If you --or your kids-- are "Squid Game" fanatics, you'll be glad to know there's a second season coming for the smash hit Netflix drama. Creator HWANG DONG-HYUK told CNN "There's been so much demand, love and attention for a season two so I feel I have no choice but to make a season two" he said, adding "I have a rough idea about it but I think it's too early to say when or how specifically. But I can promise you this -- Gi-hun will come back and he will do something for the world."
PAUL RUDD is People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive for 2021. The issue with him on the cover will be out on Friday. You've seen Paul in Marvel’s “Ant-Man” films, “This is 40” and “Clueless” with ALICIA SILVERSTONE. Rudd, who's 52, said his wife was initially “stupefied” after he told her the news. The pair has two children, 17-year-old Jack and Darby, who is 12.
Last 10 Sexiest Man Alive: --Michael B. Jordan, 2020
--John Legend, 2019
--Idris Elba, 2018
--Blake Shelton, 2017
--Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, 2016
--David Beckham, 2015
--Chris Hemsworth, 2014
--Adam Levine, 2013
--Channing Tatum, 2012
--Bradley Cooper, 2011
--Ryan Reynolds, 2010
See ya: Newscaster BRIAN WILLIAMS announced yesterday that he’ll be quitting MSNBC next month after 28 years with NBC News. Insiders say his contract was up for renewal and there was no way NBC was going to pay him his current rate of $7 million a year for a show on at 11 pm.
Also throwing in the towel: VAL CHMERKOVSKIY, who says he doesn't expect he'll be back as one of the "Dancing With the Stars" pros next season. Val was partnered with OLIVIA JADE GIANNULLI this season, but eliminated earlier this week, and says "I have no regrets about my tenure on the show. I have no regrets about the season... I couldn't have asked for a better partner to end it with."
Veteran's Day Freebies: On Veterans Day all veterans and active duty military can eat free at many restaurants. If you work it right, you can probably get breakfast, lunch and dinner free at different restaurants! Military ID or proof of service is usually required and it's a good idea to call ahead to make sure the deal is on at that specific restaurant. A partial list:
--Applebee's: Veterans and active-duty military receive a free meal when dining in from a special menu on November 11. And when dining in on November 11, military guests will receive a $5 bounce back card to redeem for dine-in, To Go or delivery within three weeks.
--BJ's Restaurant: is teaming up with Dr Pepper, offering a complimentary meal from a select menu and a Dr Pepper beverage to all current and former military personnel with Military ID..
--Bob Evans: Veterans and active-duty military get a free meal from a select menu on November 11. Dine-in only.
--Brick House Tavern + Tap: Veterans and active-duty military get a free meal on November 11. Brick House will also hand out a $5 bonus card to all veterans and active military members that can be used from November 12 through December 31, 2021.
--Buffalo Wild Wings: Free order of 10 boneless wings and fries on November 11. The offer is available for dine-in or takeout (online ordering excluded).Must show proof of service.
--California Pizza Kitchen: Veterans and active military get a complimentary entree and beverage when they dine in and show proof of service on November 11. In addition, all veterans who dine with California Pizza Kitchen will receive a BOGO, redeemable from November 12 through 20.
--Chili's: Veterans and active-duty service members get a free meal from a select menu on November 11. Available for in-restaurant only.
--Cicis: Free Adult Buffet for active and retired military personnel, dine-in only and it does not include a drink. A valid active duty or retired Military I.D. and the Cicis Veterans Day Deal coupon must be presented at the time of purchase.
--Denny's: Veterans and active military personnel get a free Build Your Own Grand Slam on November 11, from 5 a.m. to noon. Dine-in only.
--Dickey's Barbecue Pit: Veterans and active-duty military get a Free Pulled Pork Sandwich on November 11. Valid in-store, and online/app for carryout.
--Dunkin' Donuts: On November 11, veterans and active-duty military receive a free donut at participating locations. Offer available in-store only while supplies last.
--Famous Dave's: Veterans and active-duty military get a free Georgia Chopped Pork Sandwich + Side on November 11. Dine-in and to go. Use code VETERAN at checkout on famousdaves.com/menu.
--Friendly’s: A free cheeseburger, fries, and soft drink on Veteran’s Day to those who have honorably served.
--Golden Corral: Golden Corral is hosting their Military Appreciation Night on November 11 from 5pm to close. This includes a free “thank you” meal when dining in.
--Hard Rock Cafe: Active-duty and retired military members get a free original Legendary Steak Burger on November 11. Military members can also enjoy Hard Rock Cafe’s 15% off military discount on any other items.
--Hooters: Active-duty military and veterans get a free entrée from the Hooters Veterans Day Menu with purchase of a beverage on November 11. Dine-in only.
--Huddle House: Active-duty military members and veterans get a free MVP Breakfast Platter on November 11.
--IHOP: Free Red, White & Blueberry Pancakes for veterans and active members of the military at participating locations from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. on November 11. Dine-in only.
--Joe's Crab Shack: Veterans and active-duty service members get a free meal at participating locations on November 11. Joe’s Crab Shack will also hand out a $5 bonus card to all veterans and active military members that can be used from November 12 through December 31, 2021. The free meal has a value of $15.
--Krispy Kreme: Free doughnut of choice and small brewed coffee in stores, and drive thru only; no purchase necessary.
--Little Caesars: Veterans and active military get a free HOT-N-READY Lunch Combo at participating locations nationwide on November 11 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. local time.
--Macaroni Grill: Veterans and active-duty military receive a free Mom's Ricotta Meatballs + Spaghetti on November 11.
--Mission BBQ: Veterans and active-duty military get a free sandwich on November 11.
--On the Border: Active and retired military get a free Pick 2 Combo on November 11. Dine-in only.
--Red Lobster: Veterans, active-duty military and reservists get a free appetizer or dessert from a special menu on November 11. Dine-in only.
--Sheetz: On November 11, Sheetz offers veterans and active-duty military personnel a free half turkey or ham sub and a regular size fountain drink. Sheetz will also provide a free car wash to veterans and active-duty military.
--Shoney's: Veterans and active-duty service members get a free All You Care To Eat, Freshly Prepared Breakfast Bar on November 11 until 11 am. Dine-in only.
--Starbucks: Veterans, military service members and military spouses get a free tall (12-oz) hot brewed coffee at participating stores on November 11.
--TCBY: Veterans and active military personnel get their first 6 oz. of frozen yogurt for free on November 11 at participating locations.
--Texas Roadhouse: Texas Roadhouse will hand out dinner vouchers at the stores’ parking lots on November 11, from 11am to 2pm. Veterans and active-duty military can redeem their dinner vouchers when the restaurant opens for dinner, through May 30, 2022.
--Wendy’s: Active-duty military and veterans get a free breakfast combo on November 11 at participating locations from 6:30 to 10:30 a.m.
--White Castle: Veterans and active-duty military get a free Combo Meal #1-#6 or Breakfast Combo Meal when dining at a participating restaurant on November 11.
--Wienerschnitzel: Veterans and active-duty military receive a free Chili Dog, small fries and a small drink at participating locations on November 11. -
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