https://meenews.co/post/69d3f2783fb569bd90853355 Trump admin. sues Ariz., Con.., Ill. over prediction markets te 2026-04-06T17:50:48.507Z Trump admin. sues Ariz., Con.., Ill. over prediction markets Key Points: All three states have taken action against Kalshi or Polymarket Prediction market operators say they should be regulated by the CFTC There are at least 30 lawsuits between state regulators and industry operators The Trump Administration is suing three states in an attempt to push back on a wave of lawsuits from state gaming regulators who say prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket are violating their state gambling laws. Kalshi and Polymarket, which are both based in New York, say they should be regulated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission since they are registered with the agency as contract markets where users can buy contracts on the outcomes of games. The operators maintain they are not gambling sites and users are not betting on the outcome of sports games, but rather operate more like derivatives markets, which are overseen by the CFTC.State regulators disagree, saying the companies should be beholden to the same state gaming laws as any other betting company. The Trump Administration on Thursday filed lawsuits against Arizona, Connecticut and Illinois seeking to override the state statutes. The majority of state lawsuits have involved Kalshi, which has been sued by state gaming regulators and attorneys general. Kalshi is facing lawsuits from eight states and two tribal governments: Arizona, California, Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, Washington, and the Ho-Chunk Nation in Wisconsin and three tribes in California. The company has sued 10 state regulators: Arizona, Connecticut, Iowa, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Tennessee and Utah. The total number of cases is at least 30, not including class action lawsuits. Polymarket, by contrast, currently only faces lawsuits against gaming regulators in Nevada and Massachusetts but also faces several class action suits in states including California and New York, as well as scrutiny from federal lawmakers over questions of insider trading. Courts have been split in the legal fight between state regulators and prediction market operators, but states have mostly had the advantage to date. Judges for the most part have sided with state regulators and have refused Kalshi’s attempts to have the cases moved to federal court, ruling that the issue pertained to state law. The Trump administration in recent weeks has grown more aggressively vocal in backing the nascent industry. Historically, the CFTC has been reluctant to approve markets that resemble sports betting or gambling. That posture remained true at the beginning of the second Trump administration as well, though the president’s son, Donald Trump Jr., has long been a proponent of the industry and serves as an adviser to both Kalshi and Polymarket. In his confirmation hearing, CFTC Chair Mike Selig said he believed it best to leave the issues to the courts but has since changed his tune. Last month in a video, Selig announced the CFTC would be filing a friend-of-the-court brief “to defend its exclusive jurisdiction over these derivative markets.” He followed it with an opinion piece published by The Wall Street Journal. In a statement Thursday announcing the lawsuit, Selig said his agency would continue to “safeguard its exclusive regulatory authority over these markets and defend market participants against overzealous state regulators.” “This is not the first time states have tried to impose inconsistent and contrary obligations on market participants, but Congress specifically rejected such a fragmented patchwork of state regulations because it resulted in poorer consumer protection and increased risk of fraud and manipulation,” Selig said. A spokesperson for Kalshi declined to comment on the lawsuit to State Affairs. A spokesperson for Polymarket told State Affairs in a statement: “Prediction markets are federally regulated financial instruments, and we applaud the CFTC for taking action to defend these important markets.” A spokesperson for the Arizona Department of Gaming said the agency is aware of the lawsuits filed by the CFTC but could not provide any additional information beyond that. A spokesperson for Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes also declined to comment. Arizona took the unprecedented step last month of filing criminal charges against any prediction market platform when it charged Kalshi. Mayes filed 20 counts against the company, with four related to election wagering. Kalshi previously said in a statement to State Affairs the charges were founded on “paper thin arguments.” The Illinois Gaming Board referred comments to the governor’s office. A spokesperson for Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker told State Affairs the Trump Administration is “carrying water for companies driving well-documented and lucrative insider trading schemes.” “These firms are making record profits while exposing Illinoisans to gaming products with no basic consumer protections or oversight,” the spokesman said. “This is a blatant attempt to sidestep the State’s jurisdiction and put profits ahead of consumers. Illinois isn’t backing down — we will continue to fight to protect Illinois consumers.” The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection, which oversees gaming in the state, declined to comment on pending litigation. Connecticut Attorney General William Tong in a statement to State Affairs said the Trump Administration was “recycling industry arguments that have been rejected in district courts across the country.” “These contracts are plainly unlicensed illegal gambling under time-worn state law, and we will aggressively defend Connecticut’s commonsense consumer protection laws,” he said. Update: This article has been updated to include a statement from the Connecticut Attorney General. Emma Kinery is a State Affairs national reporter covering state politics and policy out of our Washington, D.C. office. Contact Emma Kinery at ekinery@stateaffairs.com or on X @EmmaKinery. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3f06f3fb569bd908532bf Chandler man indicted for murder after alleged road rage incident te 2026-04-06T17:42:07.567Z Chandler man indicted for murder after alleged road rage incident Gustavo Gavia Elias is facing charges of second-degree murder, two counts of child abuse and two counts of driving under the influence. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3f0583fb569bd9085329c WATCH: Oklahoma trans attorney jailed for contempt after epic court meltdown te 2026-04-06T17:41:44.009Z WATCH: Oklahoma trans attorney jailed for contempt after epic court meltdown A custody hearing in Ada, Oklahoma, last month took a turn for the unexpected — and the incredibly loud — after an attorney who identified himself as transgender was arrested and dragged from the courtroom where he had appeared to represent his client just minutes before. The exchange occurred during a custody hearing in Pontotoc County, Oklahoma, some 90 minutes southeast of Oklahoma City. The attorney, Rob Hopkins, was jailed for contempt after sparring repeatedly with the judge, Lori Jackson, during an otherwise unremarkable proceeding. Surveillance footage, audio, and body camera footage reviewed by Fox News Digital has shed new light on the extraordinary confrontation, in which Hopkins can be seen actively resisting arrest by bailiffs. At one point, Hopkins can be seen splaying his body across the judge's bench, resulting in a pile of documents being swept off its finely polished wood surface.  "You're HURTING ME!" Hopkins bellowed, as bystanders looked on. "I can't BREATHE!" he shrieked again, louder. Attendees in the courtroom could be seen looking on quietly as Hopkins twisted, turned, and contorted his body to evade the handcuffs that officers used to restrain him. "I felt very threatened by this person," one individual could be heard telling the judge. SHELTERS, JESUS, AND MISS PAC-MAN: US JUDGE GRILLS DOJ OVER TRANS POLICY IN DIZZYING LINE OF QUESTIONING The meltdown in question, and the arrest, occurred during a custody hearing punctuated by repeated interruptions from Hopkins and warnings from Jackson that he would be held in contempt.  Hopkins then suggested she was discriminating against him for his transgender status, escalating tensions inside the courtroom.  "It's because I'm a transgender attorney practicing all over the state," Hopkins leveled sharply, to which Jackson shot back: "I don't know what you are."  "I don't know you from Adam," Jackson said later, describing his conduct as "entirely inappropriate." Shortly after, bailiffs entered the courtroom, prompting the hearing to descend into complete chaos.  "Do NOT HURT ME!" Hopkins yelled at the officers.  "I'm being thrown down!" he bellowed, as he threw himself on the bench before the officers eventually forced him onto the floor. 'BLANKIES,' ICE TACTICS AND LUXURY JETS: TOP MOMENTS FROM NOEM'S HOUSE TESTIMONY More officers streamed in to help restrain Hopkins, whose uproarious exclamations had, at that point, drawn a crowd — not only in the courtroom, but also in the hallways surrounding it, as the body camera footage shows.  "Get a female officer, now!" Hopkins demanded. "Call 911!" he shrieked, as the officers attempted to place him in handcuffs.  "I can't breathe! I can't breathe!" he declared. From the floor of the court, Hopkins accused the officers of "throwing his glasses" onto the floor — a claim that surveillance footage reviewed by Fox News Digital appears to refute — and ordered the officers to place them back on his face.  "Put them on my face," Hopkins demanded repeatedly, as the officers attempted to place Hopkins into a seated position and escort him from the court. "PUT THEM ON MY FACE!" Hopkins screamed once more, the volume and urgency unchanged from his request for emergency services just seconds before.  'YOU SHOULD BE ASHAMED!': PROTESTER DRAGGED FROM KRISTI NOEM'S SENATE HEARING Hopkins said he has since shuttered his law firm following the contempt charge and fallout from the hearing. He did not respond to Fox News Digital's requests for comment regarding either the proceedings in question or the reason for his firm's closure. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3f0443fb569bd90853293 Man caught on video wielding 13-inch kitchen knife at NYC grocery store moments before police shoot him te 2026-04-06T17:41:24.554Z Man caught on video wielding 13-inch kitchen knife at NYC grocery store moments before police shoot him A crazed man was shot by police after wielding a 13-inch kitchen knife outside a grocery store, the New York Police Department said. "Once again, we are reminded of the dangers that our officers confront every time they put on their uniform. And this morning was no different," Inspector Andrew Natiw, the executive officer of the Patrol Bureau of Manhattan North, said in a Monday morning news conference. According to the NYPD, on Monday at 1:15 a.m., a 53-year-old got into a verbal fight with another person inside the City Fresh Market on East 120th Street and Third Avenue. Multiple employees had to physically remove him from the store after he became "irate and disorderly," the NYPD said. The man returned to the store a short time later with a large kitchen knife in his hand, banging on the window, according to police. GOT A TIP? WATCH: Knife-wielding man seen menacing grocery store employees FOLLOW US ON X Surveillance video captured the man wielding a 13-inch knife, yelling, pressing against the store's glass, police said. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL Employees locked the door and called 911 just after 1:30 a.m.  When officers arrived, they told the man to drop the knife multiple times, but he "quickly advanced toward the officers with the knife extended out." CLICK HERE FOR MORE US NEWS Authorities said that one of the officers shot the suspect and immediately requested EMS and rendered aid to the 53-year-old suspect. The suspect, they said, was removed to Harlem Hospital where he went into surgery, and is in critical, but stable condition. The NYPD declined to provide a name of the suspect. Police said the man has a history of prior arrests and was known to law enforcement. Investigators recovered approximately seven shell casings at the scene. The incident remains under investigation. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3f0303fb569bd9085328a CENTCOM commander directed strike against an IRGC headquarters in underground facility: sources te 2026-04-06T17:41:04.768Z CENTCOM commander directed strike against an IRGC headquarters in underground facility: sources High-level sources have informed Fox News that during rescue efforts in Iran after a U.S. fighter jet was shot down, the commander of U.S. Central Command directed an attack against an Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps headquarters in an underground facility. While the airman rescue was going on, CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper directed a strike on an IRGC headquarters in an underground facility near Tehran — it was done with B2 bombers, using massive ordinance penetrators, the same weapon used last year in Operation Midnight Hammer, according to the sources. Fox News is told the headquarters was obliterated. The US military B1 bombers (BONES) dropped 100 of their 2,000-pound bombs during the rescue operations to keep Iranians away from the rescue area during the operation, according to a senior U.S. defense official. A senior military source told Fox News, "we delivered the heat" on the IRGC. RESCUE EXPERT SAYS MOST DANGEROUS MOMENT COMES AFTER ‘JACKPOT’ CALL IN RECOVERY BEHIND ENEMY LINES CENTCOM noted in a press release that U.S. forces had rescued two service members after their F-15E was downed. Fox News was told that the operation took place between the two rescues: Cooper ordered the B2s to fly round trip from Whiteman AFB in the US because they received time-sensitive intelligence about the location of a large number of IRGC commanders inside this underground bunker in Tehran, and the Massive Ordinance Penetrator bunker buster bombs were dropped by the B2 warplanes. AIRMAN RESCUE SHOWS US CAN PENETRATE ENEMY TERRITORY ‘ANYWHERE’ IN IRAN, FORMER PENTAGON OFFICIAL WARNS Following the rescues, President Donald Trump declared in a Truth Social post, "We have rescued the seriously wounded, and really brave, F-15 Crew Member/Officer, from deep inside the mountains of Iran. The Iranian Military was looking hard, in big numbers, and getting close. He is a highly respected Colonel. This type of raid is seldom attempted because of the danger to 'man and equipment.' It just doesn’t happen!"  RETIRED F-16 PILOT SAYS RESCUED US AIRMAN'S SURVIVAL IN IRAN HIGHLIGHTS INTENSE EVASION TRAINING "The second raid came after the first one, where we rescued the pilot in broad daylight, also unusual, spending seven hours over Iran. An AMAZING show of bravery and talent by all!" he said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3f0053fb569bd90853272 Apple plans Supreme Court appeal in Epic Games App Store battle — again te 2026-04-06T17:40:21.585Z Apple plans Supreme Court appeal in Epic Games App Store battle — again Apple plans to ask the Supreme Court to review its App Store fight with Epic Games, as it challenges a ruling limiting its ability to charge fees on external payments. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3ee003fb569bd9085323e Giants' Dexter Lawrence requests trade as contract negotiations get stagnant: reports te 2026-04-06T17:31:44.363Z Giants' Dexter Lawrence requests trade as contract negotiations get stagnant: reports New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence reportedly requested a trade from the team and has made clear to the organization he will not be at the team’s offseason workouts. Lawrence has been trying to "negotiate a contract reflecting his value to the Giants" the last two years but talks have remained stagnant, ESPN reported on Monday. Discussions about a new deal reportedly haven’t moved forward even with John Harbaugh coming in as head coach. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM The burly 340-pound defensive lineman is a three-time Pro Bowler and has been with the Giants through some rough seasons. Despite that, he’s been one of their better defensive players since the team selected him in the first round of the 2019 draft out of Clemson. Lawrence has 30.5 sacks, 15 pass break-ups and 341 tackles in 109 career games with New York. NEW YORK JETS OWN THE LONGEST PLAYOFF DROUGHT IN MAJOR NORTH AMERICAN PRO SPORTS AFTER THE SABRES CLINCHED Last season, Lawrence played in all 17 games for the first time in his career. He had an interception to go along with 31 tackles and a half-sack. The 28-year-old player signed a four-year contract extension with the Giants in 2023, reportedly worth $87.5 million. He has two years left on his current deal. He would be paid $18.5 million in 2026 and $15.5 million if a new deal isn’t negotiated. It’s unclear what team would be interested in trading for Lawrence. But with the NFL Draft around the corner, New York would likely expect at least two picks from any team trading for Lawrence. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3edec3fb569bd90853235 White House Egg Roll for Easter celebrates 'patriotic spirit,' America's farmers and the USA te 2026-04-06T17:31:24.482Z White House Egg Roll for Easter celebrates 'patriotic spirit,' America's farmers and the USA The White House's annual Easter Egg Roll event was held Monday — with a special "patriotic spirit" theme as President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump welcomed scores of Americans to the People’s House. Held on the South Lawn, this year’s event included such activities as the beloved egg roll, a Be Best Military Card Writing Station, the Lunar Exploration Experience, egg coloring fun for kids and mini golf. The occasion brought families together "to celebrate both the joy of Easter and the enduring blessings of liberty that define the American story," according to a release from the Office of the First Lady. TOP BOMBSHELLS IN MELANIA TRUMP DOCUMENTARY AS VIEWERS CALL AMAZON PRIME HIT A 'MASTERPIECE' There were also an array of activities, such as an AI-Creation Station, flower bouquet building, a flight lab, a sensory-friendly egg hunt — and live chickens. America250 hosted an immersive experience celebrating America’s historic monuments through a "George the Star’s Journey" activity. Spotted at the Egg Roll were some of the president’s children, including son Eric Trump and his wife Laura Trump, as well as daughter Tiffany and her husband Michael Boulos. President Trump and first lady Melania Trump opened the occasion by speaking from the South Portico, with an Easter bunny beside them. In his speech, the president shared that this Easter is for America's egg farmers — noting that he was asked about egg prices last year and was asked to use plastic eggs for the roll. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "It’s hard to believe they didn't want me to order eggs for the Easter egg roll, the Easter egg hunt that we have here every year. They wanted me to use plastic. I said, 'I'm not using plastic. We'll get it solved,'" said the president. "Within a short period of time, eggs came down. … We had so many eggs, we didn't know what to do with them," Trump added. "Today we have more than 40,000 eggs supplied by all of the great egg farmers that are with us.' He said the White House Egg Roll was anticipating between 30,000 and 50,000 Americans today to take part in all of the festivities. "I want to thank all of the associations and the egg farmers, and all of the people that are here," said Trump. The first lady spoke as well, wishing all Americans a happy Easter. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES "I hope you enjoy this beautiful day," Melania Trump said. "We are celebrating a very special Easter egg roll this year because it's the 250th birthday of this beautiful nation. Enjoy it, and I hope you have a wonderful day." Music was played at the festive event by The United States Marine Band, the Army Band, the Army Old Guard Fife & Drum Corps, the Navy Band and the Air Force Band. Further down on the South Lawn, a stage featured popular child performer Go with YoYo. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ The tradition of the Reading Nook continued, with the first lady reading a book to children. Guest readers this year included second lady Usha Vance, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins, Education Secretary Linda McMahon, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt and Michael Kratsios, Office of Science and Technology policy director.  There were 500 Americans who volunteered for this year’s Egg Roll event at the White House. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3edd93fb569bd9085322c ‘God is good’: Inside the high-risk US mission to save a wounded airman shot down in Iran te 2026-04-06T17:31:05.017Z ‘God is good’: Inside the high-risk US mission to save a wounded airman shot down in Iran In a scene that unfolded like a Hollywood script, hundreds of American troops descended into the rugged mountains of southwestern Iran on Saturday to rescue a wounded airman who had spent nearly two days hiding from Iranian forces.  What followed was a high-stakes combat search-and-rescue mission deep inside Iran, with U.S. forces racing to locate and extract the wounded officer before Iranian troops could reach him, deploying a large contingent of special operations forces and aircraft into hostile territory. In total, the U.S. sent in more than 150 aircraft, sources told CBS News, and several different teams: Navy SEALs, Air Force Special Operations, Army Special Operations Aviation, search and rescue and combat medics.  One of the two crew members was flown to Landstuhl regional medical center in Germany, typically the first stop for U.S. soldiers wounded in combat zones, and the other is being flown there Monday, a senior U.S. defense official told Fox News. As the rescue unfolded Easter Sunday, the pilot radioed a brief message to help U.S. forces identify him: "God is good," a senior U.S. defense official confirmed to Fox News. Here’s a look at how the scene unfolded.  A U.S. F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet was shot down over Iran Friday, according to U.S. officials. Both the pilot and the weapons systems officer ejected from the aircraft.  The aircraft was operating as part of ongoing U.S. combat operations over Iran when it was shot down, though officials have not publicly detailed its specific mission. While details of the incident were not immediately clear, Iranian state media released images of an ejection seat and debris that appeared consistent with an F-15E. Iran initially claimed it had downed a more advanced F-35 stealth fighter, but U.S. officials later confirmed the aircraft was an F-15 Strike Eagle.  The F-15E Strike Eagle is a two-seat fighter jet flown by a pilot and a weapons systems officer, who manages targeting, sensors and weapons. The aircraft is designed for both air-to-air combat and deep strike missions against ground targets, allowing it to operate far inside enemy territory. After the crew ejected and aircraft went down, U.S. forces quickly launched a combat search-and-rescue mission, deploying rescue helicopters into Iranian territory to recover the downed pilot. The pilot was rescued later that day, within hours of the shoot down, in what Trump described as a daylight operation. Rescue helicopters, including HH-60W Jolly Green II aircraft, came under Iranian small-arms fire as they moved in to extract the pilot, according to U.S. officials. Crew members aboard the helicopter carrying the pilot were injured, but the aircraft was able to fly safely out of Iranian territory. An A-10 Thunderbolt II providing close air support for the rescue effort was also hit by enemy fire, according to U.S. officials. The aircraft was damaged, and the pilot later ejected over Kuwaiti airspace and was recovered. While the Pentagon remained tight-lipped about the mission, Iranian state media blasted images from the crash and called on civilians to join in the search for the second crew member, an Air Force colonel, according to Trump.   The Pentagon has not publicly released the names of the crew members, a standard practice while operations are ongoing. Both airmen have been recovered and are receiving medical care at a U.S. military facility, according to officials.  Iranian state media urged civilians to help locate the missing crew member and offered a reward for his capture, while Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) forces launched a search in the region. The weapons systems officer, a colonel with SERE training, was using his survival and evasion training to stay one step ahead of Iranian forces. He reportedly climbed 7,000 feet up a ridge and remained hidden there for nearly 48 hours, a senior defense official told Fox News.  The colonel hid in a mountain crevice while the CIA launched a deception campaign to convince the Iranian regime they had already located him and were moving him to the ground for exfiltration. While the Iranians were confused and uncertain of what was happening, the agency used its specialized capabilities to locate the American airman, a senior administration official told Fox News. AIRMAN RESCUE SHOWS U.S. CAN PENETRATE ENEMY TERRITORY 'ANYWHERE' IN IRAN, FORMER PENTAGON OFFICIAL WARNS Trump said the American aviator was being "hunted down" by enemies who were "getting closer and closer by the hour."  The U.S. used MQ9 Reaper drones to protect the area around where the U.S. believed the airman was hiding and fired on anything that came close to that area and any area where U.S. forces were operating, an administration official told Fox News.  At the same time, the U.S. launched strikes on nearby areas to keep Iranian forces away. "We executed multiple large scale strikes in the surrounding area using every tactical jet in the U.S. inventory + B-1 Bombers to keep him safe," a senior U.S. official said.  In between the rescue of the pilot and the rescue of the weapons officer, U.S. forces flying B2 bombers from Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri dropped "bunker buster" massive ordnance pentetrator bombs on an IRGC headquarters, a senior defense official told Fox News. At the right moment, Trump said, he directed the military to send dozens of heavily armed aircraft to rescue the crew member, who the president said is "seriously wounded" but will recover.  When the colonel finally made radio contact to coordinate the pickup, he sent the message: "God is good."  U.S. officials were not sure it was him at first. Trump told Axios they feared it was a trap. But those who knew the colonel said he was a man of deep faith.  Rescue helicopters, including HH-60 Pave Hawk aircraft, came under Iranian small-arms fire during the extraction, sources told Air and Space Forces magazine.  U.S. forces established a remote airstrip inside Iran to support the rescue. Problems with two other transport planes prompted U.S. forces to blow them up rather than leave them behind in Iran, according to The Associated Press. "The fact that we were able to pull off both of these operations, without a SINGLE American killed, or even wounded, just proves once again, that we have achieved overwhelming Air Dominance and Superiority over the Iranian skies," Trump said on social media. The Pentagon did not immediately respond to a request for additional details on the mission. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3edc53fb569bd90853223 Trump touts airman rescue mission, boasts Iran could be 'taken out in 1 night' te 2026-04-06T17:30:45.066Z Trump touts airman rescue mission, boasts Iran could be 'taken out in 1 night' President Donald Trump touted the "historic" rescue of the downed F-15E airmen behind enemy lines and issued a warning to Iran to make a deal before Tuesday night's 8 p.m. ET deadline or face being "taken out." "This is a rescue that's very historic," Trump told the White House press corps in a Monday news conference. "It'll go down to the books." "Late Thursday night, an American F-15 fighter jet went down deep inside enemy territory in Iran while participating in Operation Epic Fury, where we're doing unbelievably well. Well, at a level that nobody's ever seen before." Trump quickly paused his hailing of the rescue to add a warning for Iran to come to peace. "The entire country can be taken out in one night, and that night might be tomorrow night," Trump said. This is a breaking news update. Check back for more on this story. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3eb853fb569bd9085319e Fry's to pay $120,000 for allegedly refusing to provide ASL interpreter for deaf employee te 2026-04-06T17:21:09.100Z Fry's to pay $120,000 for allegedly refusing to provide ASL interpreter for deaf employee The lawsuit in Arizona alleged that an employee for Fry's repeatedly asked for an American Sign Language interpreter and was denied this accommodation. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3eb593fb569bd90853176 Do You Have Questions About a No-Bid Federal Contract? Tell Us Here. te 2026-04-06T17:20:25.449Z Do You Have Questions About a No-Bid Federal Contract? Tell Us Here. The government is supposed to let many vendors compete for contracts, to get the best deal for taxpayers. We are looking at cases where it did not. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3e9423fb569bd90853073 Here's how Arizona's gas prices have changed in the last week te 2026-04-06T17:11:30.526Z Here's how Arizona's gas prices have changed in the last week Arizona's rising price for unleaded gas has not quite surpassed the record cost seen in June 2022. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3e92a3fb569bd9085304e Top cops out: The Attorney General firings and forced exits that made history te 2026-04-06T17:11:06.942Z Top cops out: The Attorney General firings and forced exits that made history Attorney General Pam Bondi’s departure last week was the latest in a series of high-profile firings or resignations of America’s top law enforcement officer, from a key Watergate figure to a well-respected attorney whose differences with the president became irreconcilable. Former President George Washington appointed Founding Father and former Virginia Gov. Edmund Randolph the nation’s first attorney general in 1789, and in the years since, there have been dozens of successors, some lost to history and others more memorable. Eliot Richardson, the secretary of defense at the time of the Watergate burglary, was named to succeed Attorney General Richard Kleindienst, who resigned amid the scandal after reportedly being pressured by a member of the Watergate "plumbers" to assuage the situation. "Plumbers" was the moniker for the group accused in the burglary at the DNC headquarters, then located at the Watergate Hotel in Foggy Bottom, D.C. They were organized by CIA officer E. Howard Hunt and FBI agent-turned-future conservative talk radio star G. Gordon Liddy. The name purportedly came from the dual meaning of "leaks" — political versus pipes. TOP DOJ OFFICIALS TO BRIEF HOUSE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE FOR JEFFREY EPSTEIN PROBE Kleindienst was playing golf at Burning Tree in Bethesda, Md., in June 1972 when Liddy reportedly approached him to say that the Committee to Re-elect the President (Nixon’s committee) was involved in the burglary, according to an account from the UK Guardian. Kleindienst reportedly told the G-man to get lost, and the federal investigation ensued as normal. As the scandal raged on April 30, 1973, Nixon announced he had accepted the resignations of Kleindienst, and presidential assistants John Ehrlichman and H.R. Haldeman — and fired White House Counsel John Dean — who has often called President Donald Trump’s tenure worse than that of his old boss. "Mr. Kleindienst asked to be relieved as Attorney General because he felt that he could not appropriately continue as head of the Justice Department now that it appears its investigation of the Watergate and related cases may implicate individuals with whom he has had a close personal and professional association," Nixon said in a public letter that day. Richardson’s tenure began thereafter and ended with one of the most significant executive branch departures in history: the "Saturday Night Massacre." On October 20, 1973, Nixon ordered Richardson to fire Watergate special prosecutor Archibald Cox shortly after Cox subpoenaed the Oval Office recordings. Richardson, who appointed Cox and reportedly pledged not to fire him without cause, refused and resigned. TRUMP FIRES JUDGE-PICKED US ATTORNEY AS TOP DOJ OFFICIAL WARNS COURTS TO STAY IN THEIR LANE Nixon then asked Richardson’s deputy, William Ruckelshaus, to fire Cox, and he also resigned instead of carrying out the order. Nixon then ordered Ruckelshaus’ deputy, Solicitor General Robert Bork, who is better known for his unsuccessful nomination to the Supreme Court by President Ronald Reagan, to fire Cox. Bork did so and reportedly considered resigning but stayed on at the urging of his predecessors to ensure stability at the DOJ. That November, an LBJ-appointed federal judge found that Cox’s firing had been unlawful. Nixon himself ultimately resigned almost one year later on August 9, 1974. Richardson’s legacy became that of a cabinet official who, in times of crisis, sacrificed professional status for personal integrity, as described by the Constitution Center and others. Alberto Gonzales was one of President George W. Bush’s closest advisers, going back to his time as Texas governor. He was also the first Hispanic attorney general and the highest-ranking Hispanic cabinet official until Trump named Marco Rubio to secretary of state in 2025. Gonzales ultimately resigned the top cop post in 2007 amid mounting bipartisan criticism of the DOJ’s firing of several U.S. attorneys and allegations that he was not forthright during congressional inquiries about whether politics played a role in the firings. Bush lamented his friend’s resignation, saying "it is sad that we live in a time when a talented and honorable person like Alberto Gonzales is impeded from doing important work because his good name was dragged through the mud for political reasons." Gonzales faced mounting pressure and criticism amid the firings and regarding comments defending enhanced interrogation techniques against suspected terrorists. He stated "I do not recall" or similar framings of the statement dozens of times during a contentious Senate hearing where he battled Republicans like Pennsylvania’s Arlen Specter and Democrats including California’s Dianne Feinstein. Sen. Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., later confronted Gonzales over his responses. KARL ROVE: TRUMP DROPPED BONDI, BUT THE REAL POLITICAL FIGHT IS JUST BEGINNING "You’ve answered ‘I don’t know’ or ‘I can’t recall’ to close to a hundred questions. You’re not familiar with much of the workings of your own department. And we still don’t have convincing explanations of the who, when and why, in regard to the firing of the majority of the eight U.S. attorneys," Schumer fumed, according to a transcript posted to the left-wing outlet DemocracyNow. In his testimony, Gonzales said U.S. Attorneys indeed serve at the pleasure of the president, and that the Justice Department makes "decisions based on the evidence, not whether the target is a Republican or a Democrat." "I know that I did not, and would not, ask for a resignation of any individual in order to interfere with or influence a particular prosecution for partisan political gain," Gonzales said. "I also have no basis to believe that anyone involved in this process sought the removal of a U.S. Attorney for an improper reason." Bush nonetheless remained behind his pick, rebuking a "no confidence" resolution drafted by Schumer, Feinstein and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I. as the controversy continued. Ultimately, Gonzales announced on August 27, 2007, that he would be stepping down on September 17. "Yesterday I met with President Bush and informed him of my decision to conclude my government service as attorney general… let me say that it's been one of my greatest privileges to lead the Department of Justice," Gonzales said in his resignation announcement. "I have great admiration and respect for the men and women who work here. I have made a point as attorney general to personally meet as many of them as possible, and today I want to again thank them for their service to our nation." Former Alabama Sen. Jeff Sessions was the first in the upper chamber to endorse then-developer Donald Trump in his 2016 presidential bid. The immigration enforcement hardliner and Trump loyalist, however, saw his relationship with the new president fray early in their term. Sessions recused himself from the Trump-Russia investigation, citing his own campaigning for Trump amid reports he also met personally with Russian envoy Sergey Kislyak. The recusal incensed Trump and led him to regularly bash Sessions in the press, and also to blame Sessions for the appointment of former FBI Director Robert Mueller III as special counsel in the Russia case. Trump also faulted Sessions for declining to criminally pursue Hillary Clinton. Sessions’ tenure ended the day after Republicans lost the House in the 2018 midterm elections, but left the Alabamian with a successful professional record in reversing Obama-era policies and cracking down on sanctuary city policies. US INTERIM ATTORNEY GENERAL TODD BLANCHE CALLS SPECULATION SURROUNDING BONDI'S FIRING 'SIMPLY NOT TRUE' But Trump’s firing of Sessions only further invigorated his Democratic critics, as New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker called it an "alarming development that brings us one step closer to a constitutional crisis." Booker claimed Trump fired Sessions because he was scared Mueller would "implicat[e]" him in the Russia investigation. Former Attorney General William Barr resigned from his second tenure as the nation’s top cop in December 2020, amid disputes over whether the prior month’s election had been subject to widespread fraud. Barr, who previously served under President George H.W. Bush, appeared to irritate Trump when he told the Associated Press he had not seen "fraud on a scale that could have effected a different outcome in the election." In announcing the departure, Trump tweeted that he had a "nice meeting" with Barr and that his relationship "has been a very good one; he has done an outstanding job." Barr also touted Trump’s first-term record amid what he called a "partisan onslaught" and "relentless, implacable resistance." In comments to NBC News in 2022 ahead of the release of his book "One Damn Thing After Another," Barr said he told Trump at the White House that he understood the president was frustrated with him, and that he was willing to submit his resignation. "Accepted," Trump supposedly said, but the president himself reportedly claimed he asked for Barr’s resignation, not that the AG quit. PAM BONDI IS OUT AS AG — HERE ARE THE CONTENDERS WHO COULD REPLACE HER "The absurd lengths to which he took his stolen election claim led to the rioting on Capitol Hill," Barr said, while adding that Trump’s actions still wouldn’t reach the legal level of "incitement" as claimed by Democrats. In his resignation letter, Barr applauded Trump’s ability to "weather" the Russia investigation and Democrats’ attempts to "cripple if not oust [the] administration," and said the president restored the U.S. military and curbed illegal immigration. The first attorney general of the modern era to be ousted was Harry Daugherty, a member of President Warren Harding’s administration. Daugherty was part of the so-called "Ohio Gang" of longtime Harding confidants from his home state. Daugherty’s fall began amid the Teapot Dome Scandal — the most infamous incident prior to Watergate — which led to the imprisonment of Interior Secretary Albert Fall. Fall was implicated in low- or no-bid oil leases at Teapot Dome, Wyoming, in 1923, and jailed for accepting bribes from energy companies. Daugherty was later investigated for allegedly failing to prosecute people involved in Teapot Dome, and was allegedly implicated in a handful of other scandals including being charged with conspiracy amid the sale of illegal liquor permits during prohibition. He was also accused of influence peddling and members of the "Ohio Gang" were accused of selling government appointments. Daugherty’s brother Mal was president of a bank, which was later closed by the state of Ohio after the Senate was unable to "pry" during its investigation into Attorney General Daugherty, according to a 1930 TIME report. The sibling’s bank recorded "heavy withdrawals" during that time, which caught the attention of regulators in Columbus. Harry Daugherty ultimately met his ouster after Harding died in office in August 1923. New President Calvin Coolidge booted him from the DOJ over loss of public trust and refusal to turn over departmental records regarding alleged corruption. Daugherty was never convicted. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3e8fd3fb569bd90853038 Watch this video of how a job interviewer exposes a North Korean fake IT worker te 2026-04-06T17:10:21.132Z Watch this video of how a job interviewer exposes a North Korean fake IT worker An apparent North Korean worker was caught visibly stumped during a remote job interview when asked to insult the country's leader. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3e48d3fb569bd90852fad Left-wing toolkit from college professors group urges students to ‘create a crisis’ over ICE te 2026-04-06T16:51:25.265Z Left-wing toolkit from college professors group urges students to ‘create a crisis’ over ICE A toolkit for students produced by the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) and several other groups is encouraging a campaign opposing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and urging them to "create a crisis" at their universities.   The campaign strategy in the "Schools Drop ICE" toolkit reads, "Create a crisis for university admin through an escalating campaign, around winnable demands, that combines majoritarian outreach and tactics with non-violent direct action."  Produced by the AAUP in concert with the Young Democratic Socialists of America, the Sunrise Movement and the Workplace Justice Lab at Rutgers University, the goal of the campaign is to "Get hundreds of colleges to drop their contracts with ICE's key enablers — Enterprise, Target, Hilton, Flock, and ICE Air Carriers. If our schools drop these companies, the companies will feel pressure to drop ICE."  VIRGINIA SCHOOL SUSPENDS NUMEROUS STUDENTS AFTER ANTI-ICE WALKOUT, ORGANIZERS PLAN COUNTY-WIDE PROTEST  The website for Schools Drop ICE lists the first one of five "targets" for students to take on as charter flights, naming Eastern, GlobalX, and Omni Air. "Athletic teams charter the same planes that deport immigrants," the website states. "Why should students ride deportation airlines?"  It also points out that charter flight company Avelo Airlines ended deportation flights on Jan. 27 following widespread protests and opposition.  The second target is Flock cameras, with the website pointing out that "license plate surveillance cameras fed directly to ICE through local police departments." SCATHING REPORT REVEALS ANTIFA-LINKED ORG PASSING OUT MATERIAL TO K-12 STUDENTS: 'POLITICAL REVOLUTION'  The website says that, "Campus police at 60+ schools use Flock cameras, tracking every car on campus without consent."  The third target is Enterprise car rentals, with the website saying that the company "rents vehicles to ICE agents conducting raids and deportation operations."  "Universities hold rental contracts with Enterprise. Switching providers costs nothing and sends a clear message," it says, adding that universities canceling their contracts with Enterprise is "the easiest target to win. Rental contracts can be switched overnight." PRESIDENT OF LARGEST TEACHERS UNION SET TO SPEAK AT 'POLITICAL REVOLUTION' EVENT TARGETING ICE The fourth target proposed to students is Hilton Hotels, with the website saying that the company "houses ICE agents in hotels near detention centers and during enforcement operations," adding, "Many campuses have on-site or affiliated Hilton properties. Schools can renegotiate hotel partnerships."  In January, a formerly Hilton-branded property in Minnesota had its Hilton label removed by the hotel chain after a video surfaced that appeared to show that the location repeatedly denied immigration officers despite Hilton Hotels apologizing and saying that its "properties are open to everyone, and we do not tolerate any form of discrimination."    The fifth and final target listed on the Schools Drop ICE website is the Target Corp., with the campaign saying "Target stores near every campus. Consumer and contract pressure from the education sector hits their brand." "Every regime depends on the cooperation of key institutions," the website states. "ICE can't operate without corporations providing flights, vehicles, surveillance tech, and logistics. These are the pillars holding the system up. When enough pillars refuse to cooperate, the whole structure comes down." Ethan Rome, the National Director of the Emergency Campaign to Support Higher Eduction, which includes "Schools Drop ICE," told Fox News Digital: "The goal is to ensure that campuses are safe for all students, faculty, staff, alums, and community members, regardless of their immigration status." "The purpose of the toolkit is to help students, faculty, staff, and their allies shine the light on the reckless, irresponsible, and deadly force of ICE during their assaults on communities across the country, and to ask colleges and universities to stop enabling ICE by contracting with corporations that provide transportation, lodging, and other services," Rome continued.  "We are a non-violent movement with three organizing principles, including a strict prohibition against violence and property damage of any kind, which is prominently displayed on the toolkit," he added. "Our goal is to create a public relations crisis that colleges and universities can easily resolve by cutting ties with ICE contractors and no longer enabling ICE’s unlawful and violent behavior." The AAUP, Young Democratic Socialists of America, Sunrise Movement, Janice Fine, director of Justice Lab@RU Workplace Justice Lab at Rutgers University, Higher Education Labor United, the American Federation of Teachers and the Union for Everyone did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's requests for comment.  In a statement to Fox News Digital, a spokesperson for Flock Safety said, "This is disappointing, as the group who put this together conducted very little research about Flock. As we've publicly shared many times, Flock has no relationship with ICE, or any sub agency of DHS. In fact, all Flock customers 100% own and control their data. So if a school chooses to collaborate with ICE, they do so of their own volition, and Flock has no interest in the matter." The spokesperson added, "And it's sad that this misinformation will leave students and faculty less safe. Because when real tragedies happen, like the Brown University mass murders, we need technology like Flock." Eastern, GlobalX, Omni Air, Enterprise and Target did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's requests for comment.  According to the Department of Homeland Security, immigration agents are facing an 8,000% increase in death threats and a 1,300% increase in assaults since President Donald Trump took office in January 2025. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3e4793fb569bd90852fa4 Melissa Gilbert pushes back on ‘untruth’ as husband faces child sex abuse charges te 2026-04-06T16:51:05.839Z Melissa Gilbert pushes back on ‘untruth’ as husband faces child sex abuse charges Melissa Gilbert publicly addressed long-circulating allegations involving her husband, Timothy Busfield, as he faces fresh child sex abuse charges. In the criminal complaint against the "West Wing" actor, two separate allegations from Busfield's past were mentioned. Busfield was accused by two women of sexual assault stemming from incidents in 1994 and 2012. Gilbert insisted she knew "the truth" of what happened when she married Busfield in 2013. "I need to make something abundantly clear," Gilbert, 61, said during an appearance on "Good Morning America." "These allegations have been out in the ether for a very long time." "When Tim and I got together, the internet existed. I didn't go into my relationship blind. I'm neither naive nor am I complicit," she said. "I talked to him about it. I asked him questions about it. I heard his side of the story — which nobody has ever heard — which is the truth. And when the time is right, and that is not now, Tim will tell the truth of all of these past allegations when he needs to." TIMOTHY BUSFIELD PLEADS NOT GUILTY TO CHILD SEX ABUSE CHARGES A grand jury indicted Busfield on four counts of criminal sexual contact of a child earlier this year. He pleaded not guilty to all charges on Feb. 11. Two 11-year-old twins alleged that the director had touched them inappropriately while working together on the set of "The Cleaning Lady." During her first sit-down interview, Gilbert insisted Busfield isn't capable of doing what the young boys have accused him of. "No one knows him better than I do," she explained. "I know literally everything about him. Our marriage has, you know, we've had a lot of ups and downs. We've been through struggles, we've had our own issues to deal with and we worked through everything." MELISSA GILBERT STANDS BY 'PROTECTOR' TIMOTHY BUSFIELD AS SHE’S NAMED ON WITNESS LIST IN CHILD SEX ABUSE CASE "He's nothing if not completely honest with me," Gilbert added. "I trust him with my children's lives, with my grandchildren's lives, my nieces and nephews. He is an honorable, caring, generous human being." Gilbert and Busfield were both previously married and blended their families in a wedding ceremony held in April 2013. Gilbert is a mom to two adult sons, Dakota and Michael, while Busfield is a dad to three kids – Samuel, Daisy and Wilson. TIMOTHY BUSFIELD'S DEFENSE BLAMES 'STAGE PARENTS' WITH FRAUD HISTORY FOR CHILD SEX ABUSE CHARGES The "Little House on the Prairie" star said this has been "the most traumatizing experience of our lives," and admitted the allegations have upended their future for good. "What has this whole episode been like for you?" George Stephanopoulos asked Gilbert. "Hell," she responded. "Our life as we knew it is done," she quickly explained. "We are grieving what we had – all of our plans, all of our dreams, all of our ideas, all of our projects. For Tim, it's done. He's canceled. Even if he's exonerated, he will always be that guy. [He’s] the last person in the world who would hurt a child. And believe me, if I thought for a second that Tim Busfield hurt a child, he'd have a lot more to worry about than prison." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Busfield had turned himself in to authorities in January on related charges by police and was released from jail by a judge who found no pattern of criminal conduct or similar allegations involving children in Busfield’s past. The grand jury indictment allows the case against Busfield to proceed toward possible trial without a preliminary courtroom hearing on evidence. An investigator with the Albuquerque Police Department said a boy reported that Busfield touched his private areas over his clothing when he was 7 years old and again when he was 8, according to the initial criminal complaint from police. The boy’s twin told authorities he was also touched by Busfield, but he didn’t say anything right away because he didn’t want to get in trouble, the complaint said. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Each count in the indictment against Busfield carries a possible penalty of six years in prison that can be enhanced if it involves a sexual offense, according to prosecutors. Gilbert explained why she chose to speak out now, after months of silence from the actress. "It's time," she said on "GMA." "We've been hearing and reading too much — untruth," she added. "And we felt that the time was right to speak out. Also, honestly, I wasn't capable until now. It's been a very traumatic time." Busfield's lawyer, Larry Stein, told Fox News Digital: "We appreciate George for taking the time to clarify some important facts in this case. We hope the remainder of the interview airing on tonight's 'Nightline' will make clear that the parents are criminals: one served more than three years in jail and lost their license to practice law for defrauding 1,500 people of $6,000,000, and the other for writing bad checks and stealing cars." The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3e44c3fb569bd90852f8f North Korea’s hijack of one of the web’s most used open source projects was likely weeks in the making te 2026-04-06T16:50:20.269Z North Korea’s hijack of one of the web’s most used open source projects was likely weeks in the making North Korean hackers pushed out malicious updates to a popular open source project by hacking a top developer's computer in a long-running campaign. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3e2303fb569bd90852f55 Starbucks to prompt more tipping on card payments, fueling 'tip creep' backlash te 2026-04-06T16:41:20.102Z Starbucks to prompt more tipping on card payments, fueling 'tip creep' backlash Starbucks is revamping its tipping system in a major way, the company announced recently, including expanding the tipping options. The Seattle-based company said Thursday that baristas will be able to receive tips on more credit and debit card transactions, according to Reuters. While customers can already tip in-app and in stores, Starbucks is expanding tipping to more credit and debit card transactions, including when customers use the app to pay in-store. AMERICA'S BIGGEST TIPPERS REVEALED: THE 5 MOST AND LEAST 'GENEROUS' STATES The coffee giant is also rolling out a new bonus structure allowing baristas and shift supervisors to earn up to $1,200 annually on top of their base pay. The bonus structure, based on customer service targets and sales, will take effect in July. Also, employees will be paid weekly starting in August, a move the company said is in response to barista feedback. In a statement obtained by Reuters, Workers United, the union that represents some Starbucks employees, said the move was "clearly a reaction to our organizing and demands for higher take-home pay for baristas." TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ The union also said that bonuses and tips are "largely out of baristas' control." Starbucks has said baristas — in a fast-paced, customer-facing role that often involves high order volumes — average around $30 an hour when pay and benefits are combined. Customers "should absolutely expect to see more frequent tipping prompts," said Amore Philip, a public relations strategist based in New York. "What's happening here is part of a broader shift in consumer culture often referred to as 'tip creep,' where tipping is expanding into spaces that traditionally didn't require it," she told Fox News Digital.  CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "For customers, that can create a sense of pressure or even confusion to where consumers may be tipping for service, convenience or simply because the system is prompting you to." The move is strategic for Starbucks — as higher tips and bonuses could improve morale and translate to better service, Philip said. "The tension is really about balance," she added. "Consumers are becoming more aware of how often they're being asked to tip, [but] if the experience feels elevated, including faster service, better interactions … customers may be more willing to participate." The new tipping move is "an easy way for Starbucks to avoid raising prices directly," said Ted Jenkin, managing partner at Exit Wealth Advisors in Georgia. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES "Who wants to give a tip before you even get your latte?" he said to Fox News Digital.  "That defeats the whole idea of a tip." Fox News Digital reached out to Starbucks for comment.  Reuters contributed reporting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3e21c3fb569bd90852f4c Top GOP defense voice breaks with invasion fears, says US can reopen Hormuz without ground war te 2026-04-06T16:41:00.520Z Top GOP defense voice breaks with invasion fears, says US can reopen Hormuz without ground war Rep. Mike Turner, R-Ohio, said he doesn't think mobilizing ground troops in Iran will be "necessary" to open up the Strait of Hormuz, a critical trade waterway that has been blocked by the Iranian military for more than a month. Turner, a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee, appeared on ABC’s "This Week with George Stephanopoulos" on Sunday, just hours after President Donald Trump threatened Iran to "open the F-----' Strait" or else "you'll be living in Hell." Stephanopoulos asked Turner if he thinks the Strait of Hormuz could be opened without military intervention. At first, Turner didn't directly answer the question. Instead, he spoke broadly about the conflict, saying that Iran's efforts to become a nuclear state are being "eliminated" thanks to President Donald Trump's military interventions. He also blamed the Obama administration for failing to "undertake the conflict." TRUMP SAYS IRAN ‘NO LONGER A THREAT’ AFTER 32 DAYS — OUTLINES NEXT PHASE OF US WAR "If you just step back and watch, as the Obama administration was going to do while Iran became a nuclear power and they became North Korea, we wouldn't be looking at the Strait of Hormuz," Turner said. Stephanopoulos then asked Turner again if he thought mobilizing ground troops to open up the important waterway would be necessary. "Well, I think, you’re certainly seeing that even as this conflict evolves, that that is being put in place, and I don‘t think U.S. ground troops are going to be necessary in any direct conflict," Turner said. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: 5 KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM TRUMP’S IRAN ADDRESS "In this instance, we‘re seeing that the conflict is continuing with the president beginning to, in conjunction with Israel, significantly diminish Iran‘s military capabilities, both their navy, their missile capabilities, overall are continuing, and certainly, their nuclear capabilities are being continually diminished. And that was the goal, and that is an incredibly important goal for the safety of the United States," Turner continued. In a follow-up post on Truth Social, Trump gave Iran a deadline of "Tuesday, 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time" to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Trump also urged European countries to assist with reopening the waterway in a Wednesday address to the nation. TRUMP ORDERS WAR DEPT TO POSTPONE STRIKES ON IRANIAN ENERGY SITES, CITING 'PRODUCTIVE' TALKS TO END WAR "The United States imports almost no oil through the Hormuz Strait and won't be taking any in the future. We don't need it. We haven't needed it and we don't need it," Trump said. "We will be helpful, but they should take the lead in protecting the oil that they so desperately depend on," he continued. Even though the United States imports very little oil through the Persian Gulf, a disruption to the supply chain will send shocks throughout the global supply. Since the start of the war, the average price for gas in the United States has jumped to more than $4 a gallon. Fox News Digital reached out to Turner for further comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3e2083fb569bd90852f43 Longtime Dodgers fan, 81, upset at organization over paper ticket issue te 2026-04-06T16:40:40.912Z Longtime Dodgers fan, 81, upset at organization over paper ticket issue The advent of mobile ticketing has largely forced the paper ticket to go the way of landline phones, dial-up internet and other commonly used products that technology has phased out. One lifelong Los Angeles Dodgers fan is hoping the team can at least hear him out on being able to continue to print his tickets. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Errol Segal, 81, told NBC Los Angeles on Friday the Dodgers told him he won’t be able to buy paper tickets for the entire season. He was able to buy some paper tickets on Thursday. Segal told the station he doesn’t know how to use a computer and only uses a flip phone. He told the station it wouldn’t have been a major deal if he was a season-ticket holder for only a few years, but he said, he’s been one for the last five decades. SEN ERIC SCHMITT PUSHES FOR LEGISLATION TO TACKLE RISING SPORTS TICKET COSTS "If I had the tickets one year, five years, 10 years, that’s another story," he told the station. "Fifty years I’ve had these tickets. They threw me under the bus." Segal said the team offered to buy his tickets back, but he didn’t want to hear it. Segal told the station he hopes the Dodgers would reconsider their stance. Fox News Digital reached out to the Dodgers for comment. The team has a frequently asked questions sheet listed on its team website, showing fans how they would be able to access their Dodgers tickets through the MLB Ballpark app. One of the questions listed asks, "Can I still print my Dodgers tickets at home?" "No, to improve security and reduce the risk of ticket fraud, print-at-home tickets in any form are no longer accepted for entry at Dodger Stadium," the response said. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3dfc53fb569bd90852f01 NPR public editor admits glaring absence of Jewish victim's voices in coverage of Michigan synagogue attack te 2026-04-06T16:31:01.398Z NPR public editor admits glaring absence of Jewish victim's voices in coverage of Michigan synagogue attack NPR's public editor admitted last week that "important voices" were missing from the outlet's coverage of the March attack on a Jewish synagogue in Michigan, distorting audience perception of the story. Ayman Mohamad Ghazali, who was born in Lebanon in 1985, allegedly rammed a vehicle into Temple Israel, a large Reform Jewish synagogue filled with more than 100 children in West Bloomfield, on March 12 before exiting the vehicle with a rifle and exchanging gunfire with armed security, who shot and killed him.  Public editor Sarah McBride wrote she did not find NPR stories quoting rabbis, congregation members or families of children who fled the building in the liberal outlet's coverage. NPR's public editor serves as a "bridge between the newsroom and the audience" that will explain and at times criticize in-house editorial decisions to readers. "NPR ran multiple stories on the attack. In all of that coverage, voices from Temple Israel are absent. I couldn't find any stories that quote rabbis, congregation members or the families of the children who had to flee the building," McBride wrote, noting one story quoted a rabbi from a nearby congregation. WHO IS AYMAN MOHAMAD GHAZALI? LEBANESE-BORN AMERICAN ACCUSED IN JEWISH SYNAGOGUE ATTACK NPR published a March 15 report headlined, "In a small Lebanese town, grief and fear follow the Michigan synagogue attack," that detailed support for the Iranian-backed militant group Hezbollah in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley, the hometown of Ghazali. The piece by reporter Hadeel al-Shalchi was seen by some critics as sympathetic to the suspected terrorist’s family and the community at large.  McBride admitted her inbox was flooded with negative feedback of its coverage of the Middle East conflict embroiling the U.S., Israel, Iran and Lebanon. "Our Public Editor inbox is overflowing with commentary on NPR's coverage of the U.S. and Israel's war on Iran and now Lebanon. Much of it is critical of NPR," McBride wrote. Commentator Batya Ungar-Sargon was among the critics, writing on Substack, "That’s right: NPR found the real victim of an attack on 140 Jewish American babies—and it’s the Hezbollah-infested town in Lebanon that raised a family of terrorists." MICHIGAN SYNAGOGUE ATTACK SUSPECT IDENTIFIED, ENTERED US ON SPOUSE VISA FROM LEBANON: DHS McBride said her criticism echoes what "dozens" of listeners have sent in, while others have asked if the Bekaa Valley story was "inappropriate or insensitive" and some asked why it failed to mention the family's connection to Hezbollah. McBride declared the "journalistic purpose of the story was to explore the connection between the terror attack on the Michigan synagogue and the family that was killed on the other side of the world," insisting that "documenting that relationship and humanizing the family does not imply that Ghazali's attempt to kill more than a hundred children was justified." All preschool children and staff at the temple were safely evacuated from the synagogue. But the community remains shaken by the horrific terror attempt. McBride noted a local Detroit newspaper wisely covered Shabbat services the following day. NPR PUBLIC EDITOR CLAIMS ALLEGED 'POLITICAL BIAS' IS ACTUALLY 'GEOGRAPHIC BIAS' "The Detroit News attended Shabbat services the next day, which had to be held in another location. A story like that would have been the perfect opportunity to examine [the] community's response to the terrifying attack. NPR or Michigan Public Radio pulled away from the story at Temple Israel too soon," McBribe continued. "When important voices are missing from coverage, it distorts the audience's perception of everything else." Fox News Digital’s Bonny Chu contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3dfb13fb569bd90852ef8 'Full House' star Dave Coulier warns 'everything in my life was toxic' before cancer battle te 2026-04-06T16:30:41.935Z 'Full House' star Dave Coulier warns 'everything in my life was toxic' before cancer battle As a two-time cancer survivor, Dave Coulier is more aware than ever.  During an appearance on Friday's episode of "The Kelly Clarkson Show," the "Full House" alum, 66, opened up about discovering the many toxicities in his life and explained how he managed to make life changes one step at a time. "I wanted to know, ‘Why did my lymphatic system crash?’ And I realized as I went down the rabbit hole, everything in my life was toxic," Coulier admitted. "My toothpaste, my shampoo, the garbage bags, the toilet paper, everything, skin cream, everything." BARRY MANILOW GIVES FANS POSITIVE HEALTH UPDATE FOLLOWING HIS RECENT CANCER DIAGNOSIS "I said, 'I need to change this, but how do I do it?' It's a pretty daunting task to change your lifestyle like that," he continued. "So I changed one thing. I replaced my toothpaste. And I thought, 'I put that in my mouth every day, I'm gonna start there.'" The comedian was initially diagnosed with stage 3 non-Hodgkin lymphoma in October 2024. One year later, doctors diagnosed Coulier with HPV-related oropharyngeal tongue cancer in October 2025, a discovery made just months after celebrating his recovery from his first diagnosis.  During Coulier's six-month checkup and PET scans, doctors discovered a flare-up had returned as an enlarged tumor. The actor believed the tumor was caused by his lymphoma, but later found out the two cancers were unrelated. In February, Coulier revealed he was in remission after battling two cancer diagnoses in the last two years. The beloved TV star underwent 35 rounds of targeted radiation in December to battle the disease. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "It’s been a roller coaster ride for sure," the "Full House" star admitted during an appearance on "Good Morning America" in February. "I’m in remission with both cancers. And what a journey this has been." WATCH: DAVE COULIER EXPLAINS HOW EARLY DETECTION SAVED HIS LIFE FROM CANCER TWICE Coulier shared his story because he feels he can help people. "I never wanted to be the poster boy for cancer, believe me," he explained. "But now I feel like I can encourage people to get those prostate exams and mammograms. Talk to your doctors and get ahead of this." LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS During his chat with Clarkson last week, Coulier explained why he was inspired to build an online tool to help others pinpoint toxicities in their daily lives.  "Your journey starts with just one thing," he said. "I thought, let's build a website to help people. So I became a professional label reader. I'm very aware now, and it's what I'm wearing on my skin, my clothing, everything." "So I started Awear Market, and we found all these mom-and-pop companies around the United States that are making soap in their garage," he continued. "They're making shampoo. They're making snacks, dog treats, stuff for kids. So we champion those small businesses. They're amazing, and they're doing the right thing." "I get to be kind of the flag bearer of all of this movement that I think that people are just naturally gravitating toward," he added.  Fox News Digital's Lauryn Overhultz contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3d8fd3fb569bd90852e1e Heat builds this week in Lake Havasu City as storms skim Mohave County, winds return late te 2026-04-06T16:02:05.626Z Heat builds this week in Lake Havasu City as storms skim Mohave County, winds return late Lake Havasu City will heat up quickly this week, with temperatures pushing into the mid-90s by midweek, while storm chances stay mostly east of the area until a late-week system brings wind and a slight chance of rain. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3d8e93fb569bd90852e15 Historic neighborhood protection bill revived after stalling in Senate te 2026-04-06T16:01:45.546Z Historic neighborhood protection bill revived after stalling in Senate PHOENIX -- A measure to protect historic neighborhoods from new development stalled in the state Senate, a fate normally sealing their fate. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3d8d53fb569bd90852e0c Lawmaker pushes plan to speed I-11 work despite cost and environmental concerns te 2026-04-06T16:01:25.459Z Lawmaker pushes plan to speed I-11 work despite cost and environmental concerns PHOENIX -- A Phoenix Republican lawmaker is trying to jump start construction of a controversial stretch of the proposed Interstate 11. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3d8be3fb569bd90852de7 Son of Hollywood director accused of years of sexual, racial abuse of water polo teammate at ritzy prep school te 2026-04-06T16:01:02.177Z Son of Hollywood director accused of years of sexual, racial abuse of water polo teammate at ritzy prep school An exclusive high-end private school in the Los Angeles area has been rocked by a lawsuit alleging that three water polo teammates, including a star player who is the son of a well-known film director, racially and sexually abused a teammate for years. The civil lawsuit filed by Aidan Romain, who was a minor and water polo player at the swanky Harvard-Westlake School at the time of the alleged incidents, says he was repeatedly subjected to persistent racist and sexual misgivings at the hands of his teammates. One teammate, Lucca Van Der Woude, is named in the lawsuit, along with the school itself, school president Richard B. Commons and boys water polo program head Jack Glover. Van Der Woude is the son of Thomas "Basti" Van Der Woude, a high-profile Hollywood assistant director of shows including "Fear the Walking Dead," "Westworld," and current hit "Ballard." The younger Van Der Woude is considered a top Olympic prospect, and at one point was a prized recruit to play water polo at UCLA, one of the most elite college programs in the country. It is unclear what his present recruitment status is with the team, but the lawsuit against him alleges shocking behavior. ELITE MASSACHUSETTS BOARDING SCHOOL ROCKED BY TEACHER SCANDAL AND INSTITUTIONAL COVER-UP ALLEGATIONS "From August 2022 until February 2024, Plaintiff Aidan Romain (then a minor) was sexually assaulted, harassed, and humiliated primarily by three Harvard-Westlake water polo teammates – often in the presence of Harvard-Westlake agents and employees," the lawsuit begins. The lawsuit says that in 2022, Romain was the only freshman to make the varsity water polo team at Harvard-Westlake, but that abuse at the hands of Van Der Woude began during his very first practice, when the defendant allegedly "digitally penetrated" him underwater.  "The abuse was not spontaneous. It was part of a years-long culture in which violence and humiliation were normalized and facilitated through the school’s coaching staff and administration," the suit says. "At Harvard-Westlake, sexualized misconduct was treated as ritual, and silence was the price of inclusion. Speaking out was betrayal and survival meant staying quiet." COLLEGE FRESHMAN DIED AFTER FRATERNITY HAZING LED TO 'HORRIFIC' ABUSE, FAMILY SAYS According to the lawsuit, Romain was also subject to use of the "N word" consistently. In another "disturbing display of racism," Van Der Woude and another teammate who is not named as a defendant in the lawsuit allegedly "began whipping Plaintiff with a rope and then an elastic band, making references to slavery as they demanded that Plaintiff 'get back to work!' while striking Plaintiff." Van Der Woude was arrested in 2024 and later admitted in juvenile court to "'sexual penetration with a foreign object (digital penetration) against a minor' as part of a plea agreement with prosecutors," according to the suit. In February 2025, he was ordered to pay $50,000 in restitution to Romain. YALE STUDENT ATHLETE COMES FORWARD TO ALLEGE 'TOXIC CULTURE' UNDER ATHLETIC DIRECTOR VICTORIA CHUN The suit claims Harvard-Westlake, which costs $54,900 to attend, knew of the abuse, but failed to act. Romain now reportedly lives in Barcelona, where he continues to train.  "It was very difficult on a daily basis to deal with the racial abuse and the sexual abuse," he told ABC7 in March. Fox News Digital reached out to Van Der Woude's attorney and Harvard-Westlake for comment. Harvard-Westlake previously denied the allegations. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3d8943fb569bd90852dd2 OpenAI’s vision for the AI economy: public wealth funds, robot taxes, and a four-day work week te 2026-04-06T16:00:20.959Z OpenAI’s vision for the AI economy: public wealth funds, robot taxes, and a four-day work week OpenAI proposes taxes on AI profits, public wealth funds, and expanded safety nets to address job loss and inequality, blending redistribution with capitalism as policymakers debate AI’s economic impact. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3d67a3fb569bd90852d7f Trump reveals Iran made 'significant proposal' after ultimatum, but 'not good enough' te 2026-04-06T15:51:22.319Z Trump reveals Iran made 'significant proposal' after ultimatum, but 'not good enough' President Donald Trump said Iran negotiators made "a significant proposal, a significant step," following the ultimatum he issued on Easter Sunday, but it is not "good enough." "They made a proposal, and it's a significant proposal, a significant step," Trump told reporters at the Easter Egg Roll on Monday, a White House tradition that comes amid the backdrop of war. "It's not good enough, but it's a very significant step," Trump continued. "They are negotiating now. And they have made a very significant step. We'll see what happens." This is a developing report. Check back here for updates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3d6663fb569bd90852d76 Sky trade Angel Reese in stunning move before WNBA season begins: reports te 2026-04-06T15:51:02.623Z Sky trade Angel Reese in stunning move before WNBA season begins: reports Angel Reese was reportedly traded on Monday as WNBA free agency opened. The Chicago Sky agreed to trade Reese to the Atlanta Dream, according to multiple reports. "NBA on Prime" broadcaster Taylor Rooks first reported the deal. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM It’s one of the first big moves in the offseason as the league and its players union came to a deal on a new collective bargaining agreement before any team could make transactions. The Sky selected Reese in the first round of the 2024 WNBA Draft out of LSU. She was coming off a national championship with the Tigers and was a part of a class that featured Caitlin Clark. Reese emerged as one of the top rebounders in the league during her rookie season. She played 34 games for Chicago in 2024 and averaged 13.6 points and 13.1 rebounds. She was an All-Star, finished runner-up in Rookie of the Year voting and even earned an MVP vote. DIANA TAURASI REACTS TO WNBA, PLAYER'S UNION VERBAL AGREEMENT ON NEW COLLECTIVE BARGAINING She missed some time during her second season with Chicago, only playing in 30 games, which was down from 34 in her first season. Still, Reese maintained her prowess on the court. She averaged 14.7 points and 12.6 rebounds per game. The Sky failed to make the postseason in each of Reese’s first two years. She also had two different coaches in her first two seasons and is about to have a third. The Dream had the best record in the WNBA last year at 30-14. However, the team was ousted in the first round of the playoffs by the Indiana Fever. Atlanta will have its own decisions to make in free agency. Allisha Gray, Brittney Griner, Jordin Canada and Brionna Jones are expected to be free agents. Rhyne Howard is a restricted free agent. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3d6523fb569bd90852d6d Iran executes people, including teens, by hanging te 2026-04-06T15:50:42.909Z Iran executes people, including teens, by hanging The Islamic Republic of Iran took the lives of two men convicted of trying to storm a military facility and access an armory in January, the Mizan news outlet of Iran's judiciary indicated on Sunday, according to Reuters. An organization called Iran Human Rights said that the Iranian news agency reported that the two individuals, Mohammad Amin Biglari and Shahin Vahedparast Kolor, were hanged on April 5. Biglari, a 19-year-old computer science student, Kolor, 30, were arrested with several other individuals on January 8 amid a crackdown against protesters in the nation's capital city of Tehran, according to the Hengaw Organization for Human Rights. They faced charges that included "'enmity against God (moharebeh), corruption on earth, arson of public facilities, and assembly and collusion to commit crimes against national security,'" the group indicated. TRUMP WARNS IRAN HE MAY STRIKE ‘EVERY POWER PLANT’ AS DEADLINE TO REOPEN HORMUZ NEARS Another individual arrested January 8, 18-year-old Amirhossein Hatami, was hanged on April 2, Iran Human Rights noted, citing the Mizan News Agency. Ali Fahim, a 23-year-old who was among those arrested on January 8, was executed on April 6, the Hengaw Organization noted on Monday, explaining that the Mizan news agency confirmed the killing.  "These executions are part of the Islamic Republic’s strategy of survival, waging war against its own people under the shadow of external conflict," Iran Human Rights Director Mahmood Amiry-Moghaddam noted. "The international community must respond with urgency. The situation of prisoners and the regime’s systematic use of the death penalty as a political tool of repression must be made a central condition in any negotiations or engagement with the Islamic Republic." The executions occurred as the U.S. and Israel continue to wage war against Iran. EX-CIA STATION CHIEF REVEALS HOW AGENCY EXPLOITED IRANIAN COMMUNICATION CHANNELS DURING AIRMAN RESCUE In a Sunday Truth Social post, President Donald Trump threatened to attack Iranian power infrastructure and bridges on Tuesday. He demanded that Iran open the Strait of Hormuz. WHY THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ MATTERS AS TRUMP ISSUES FRESH ULTIMATUM TO IRAN "Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran. There will be nothing like it!!! Open the F---in’ Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell - JUST WATCH! Praise be to Allah," the president declared. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3ccf13fb569bd90852bc7 American tourists warned of arrest, jail time for taking photos, pocketing souvenirs in locale te 2026-04-06T15:10:41.079Z American tourists warned of arrest, jail time for taking photos, pocketing souvenirs in locale The U.S. State Department has updated its travel advisory for Americans who may be headed on trips to Ethiopia.  The advisory remained a "Level 3: Reconsider Travel" — warning of unrest, crime, kidnapping, terrorism, landmines and exit bans. Officials warned of restrictions for travelers when they enter and leave the country. AMERICANS WARNED OF POTENTIAL ATTACKS AT VACATION DESTINATION AS BORDER CROSSING EXIT FEE DOUBLES A 1,000 Ethiopian Birr, or about $7 for an entry fee, is required, with officials noting that "excess currency may be confiscated."  A $3,000 fee is required to exit the country. "When departing Ethiopia, nonresidents carrying more than the equivalent of $3,000 USD in foreign currency and residents carrying any amount of foreign currency must produce a valid bank document or foreign currency customs declaration that is less than 30 days old," the advisory indicates. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER The U.S. Embassy is located in Addis Ababa. Tourists are also warned about certain items they may attempt to bring back to the U.S. "Travelers transporting ivory may be detained, imprisoned or fined and the ivory may be confiscated," the advisory says. It also notes that "souvenirs that are copies of antiques or religious artifacts require a proper receipt and may still be confiscated. "Export permits processed by the Export Section of the airport customs office are required for antiques, including religious artifacts, Ethiopian crosses, and animal skins and other wildlife parts," it adds. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES Ethiopia has strict laws pertaining to photography. "It is illegal to take pictures of government buildings, military installations, police/military personnel, and key infrastructure such as roads, bridges, dams and airfields," the advisory points out. Officials say that if tourists are caught taking pictures of prohibited sites, they may be subject to fines, have photographic equipment confiscated and even face possible arrest. "As a general practice, you should avoid taking pictures of individuals without their clear consent," it also advises. Ethiopia is home to 12 UNESCO World Heritage sites — including churches, parks and ancient ruins. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Popular sites include Rock-Hewn Churches in Lalibela, which feature 11 monolithic churches carved into rock, known as a "New Jerusalem," and ruins of the ancient Aksumite Empire. The Simien National Park is full of mountain peaks, valleys and rare wildlife. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3cac63fb569bd90852ade Flagstaff STEM City announces 2026 STEMMY Award winners te 2026-04-06T15:01:26.343Z Flagstaff STEM City announces 2026 STEMMY Award winners The 2026 STEMMY Awards Ceremony was held at the Lowell Observatory on Thursday, March 19. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3cab23fb569bd90852ad5 Pranee Thai Street Food and Vegan Sushi takes over for Red Curry Vegan Kitchen in downtown Flagstaff te 2026-04-06T15:01:06.550Z Pranee Thai Street Food and Vegan Sushi takes over for Red Curry Vegan Kitchen in downtown Flagstaff Pranee Thai Street Food and Vegan Sushi Bar officially debuted in downtown Flagstaff on March 11 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3ca9e3fb569bd90852acc City of Flagstaff to host Community Social Powwow te 2026-04-06T15:00:46.160Z City of Flagstaff to host Community Social Powwow Arts and craft vendors will also be present for all three days. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3c8583fb569bd90852882 Goodrow to get road upgrade  te 2026-04-06T14:51:04.426Z Goodrow to get road upgrade  Safety, new housing development drive City Council decision  The Sedona City Council took initial steps during its March 10 meeting to make basic road improvements to Goodrow Lane. Council directed the Sedona Public Works Department to add the project to the Capital Improvements Projects List for co Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3c8413fb569bd9085285d American woman missing after husband says she fell overboard, swept to sea during Bahamas boat trip: police te 2026-04-06T14:50:41.223Z American woman missing after husband says she fell overboard, swept to sea during Bahamas boat trip: police An American woman went missing in the Bahamas on Saturday after she fell overboard on a boat trip and was carried away by strong currents, according to local police. The woman was swept into the ocean on Saturday at around 7:30 p.m. during an evening boat trip with her husband from Hope Town to Elbow Cay in the Bahamas, according to the Royal Bahamas Police Force. Authorities said the woman fell off the boat with the ignition key, causing the engine to shut off. Police said her husband lost sight of her while strong currents swept her away, adding that both people are U.S. nationals. AMERICAN WORKER SHOT, KILLED IN BAHAMAS AS SENIOR OFFICER CHARGED WITH MURDER: POLICE The man paddled to shore, reaching the Marsh Harbour Boat Yard around 4 a.m. Sunday. He alerted someone after paddling to shore, who then notified police of his wife's disappearance. MAJOR CRUISE LINE CANCELS PLANNED SAILINGS, UPENDING VACATIONS: 'DEFINITELY A DISAPPOINTMENT' The Royal Bahamas Police Force is investigating the woman's disappearance along with the Royal Bahamas Defense Force and the Hope Town Fire & Rescue. Due to crime, the U.S. State Department currently says the Bahamas is under a level 2 travel advisory and urges Americans to "exercise increased caution" due to crime, beach safety, as well as jet skis and boating. The State Department said that boating in the Bahamas isn't well regulated, stating that "injuries and deaths have occurred." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3c5d53fb569bd908527ec Startup Battlefield 200 applications open: A chance for VC access, TechCrunch coverage, and $100K te 2026-04-06T14:40:21.981Z Startup Battlefield 200 applications open: A chance for VC access, TechCrunch coverage, and $100K Nominate your startup, or one you know that deserves the spotlight, and finish the process by applying. Selected 200 have a chance at VC access, TechCrunch coverage, and $100K for Startup Battlefield 200. Applications close on May 27. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3c1243fb569bd90852719 How to use the new ChatGPT app integrations, including DoorDash, Spotify, Uber, and others te 2026-04-06T14:20:20.552Z How to use the new ChatGPT app integrations, including DoorDash, Spotify, Uber, and others Learn how to use Spotify, Canva, Figma, Expedia, and other apps directly in ChatGPT. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3bf493fb569bd908526f8 Navigator cuts leave Americans with less help to find Obamacare plans te 2026-04-06T14:12:25.681Z Navigator cuts leave Americans with less help to find Obamacare plans Kimberly Dudley, of Cincinnati, is one of the last five Affordable Care Act navigators in Ohio, helping residents find a private health care insurance plan on the public HealthCare.gov marketplace. In one of its first acts, the second Trump administration cut annual funding for the navigator program by 90%. (Photo by Anne Saker/Stateline) CINCINNATI — For four years, Kimberly Dudley has worked on the front line of the Affordable Care Act as a navigator, helping Ohioans solve the puzzle of buying private insurance on the federal HealthCare.gov marketplace. But the job is harder now, the answers scarcer. In one of its first acts, the second Trump administration cut annual funding for navigators by 90%, from $100 million to $10 million, arguing the program was wasteful. Under the ACA, better known as Obamacare, navigators help educate and enroll people — especially those living in hard-to-reach communities. They were paid through a user fee on monthly premiums. In January 2025, 50 navigators served Ohio’s 88 counties, toting their laptops to meet Ohioans at rural libraries and suburban food courts to help them search for a health care plan on the marketplace. But by the Nov. 1 start of open enrollment, the busiest time of year, only five navigators remained. Dudley, of Cincinnati, is one of them. Married with a child, she was hired in 2022 at Cincinnati’s Freestore Foodbank and found “such a joy from helping people, although it’s been hard this year.” The hotline, for example, is in Dudley’s hands now. The other navigators who worked calls were laid off. The administration did not respond to requests last week to discuss the navigator program cut. But in announcing the cuts last year, an administration statement said: “Navigators are not enrolling nearly enough people to justify the substantial amount of federal dollars previously spent on the program. This reduction will ensure funding is focused on meeting the statutory goals of the program more efficiently and effectively.” Dudley’s task got even tougher at the end of last year, when the Trump administration and Congress allowed certain pandemic-era subsidies to expire, and policy premiums rose sharply, often to more than many Ohioans can pay. She hears the stories every day on her own phone, which doubles as Ohio’s ACA hotline. People call when they are ruled ineligible for Medicaid, usually because their incomes are too high. In early March, Dudley heard from Tonya Horn, 59, of Cleveland Heights, who needed help. All her working life, said Horn, she felt lucky to have employer-paid health benefits up to her most recent job, working remotely for Empower, a Colorado financial services company, as a talent acquisition diversity program manager. But last year, her job at Empower felt less secure. Her pink slip came in January. Helping Horn, Dudley spotted a plan on HealthCare.gov that with an income-based subsidy would cost $450 a month with no deductible. But then Dudley discovered that Horn’s doctor does not accept that insurance plan. “I don’t know if this works for you,” Dudley said, “but getting insurance could involve switching doctors.” Horn sighed. “Can we keep looking?” Drop in enrollment This year, Ohio’s enrollment in the HealthCare.gov marketplace fell by 20%, the second-largest decline among the 50 states. The overall national enrollment slid 5%. Experts in Ohio said a few factors depressed enrollment. Some people aged into Medicare. Others found jobs with health benefits. But one certain force was the Dec. 31 expiration of the pandemic-era subsidies on most marketplace plans. The ACA does provide premium subsidies based on income, but the federal government began offering additional help in 2021 as temporary pandemic relief. The “enhanced” subsidies cut many people’s monthly premiums by hundreds of dollars. They also helped boost the number of people buying health coverage from the insurance marketplaces, from 11.4 million people in 2020 to 24.3 million last year. Americans who had the enhanced subsidies got warnings from their insurers about the Dec. 31 expiration. As of March 26, the number of Americans with marketplace coverage dropped by about 1.2 million compared with 2025, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Last week, a spokesperson for U.S. Sen. Jon Husted, an Ohio Republican, said that Husted proposed to extend the subsidies two more years, with new restrictions to prevent fraud in marketplace plans. Democrats rejected the idea, said Joshua Eck, Husted’s deputy chief of staff. “But had they supported the bill, or been willing to discuss it, it’s likely this problem would have been solved in December.” In Ohio, the Columbus nonprofit research group Health Policy Institute of Ohio found that of the more than 580,000 Ohioans with 2025 HealthCare.gov plans, nearly 90% used the temporary subsidies. California and at least nine other states that run their own health insurance marketplaces have used state money to help residents absorb the expiration price shock, though only New Mexico is completely filling the gap. Ohio could not dip into its budget that way because it uses the federal marketplace. In January, the Health Policy Institute of Ohio estimated that 2026 premiums for Ohio marketplace plans would surge by 114% on average. Said institute analyst Brian O’Rourke: “It’s reasonable to expect that (the enrollment drop is) because of the expiration of the subsidies.” On the statewide ACA hotline call with Horn, Kimberly Dudley said her own mother got a notice from her insurance company that her $40-a-month premium would increase to $400. “I was able to help her figure out a plan, but her premium still went up some,” Dudley said. “We’re going to find a way forward for you.” “I hope so,” Horn said. Ohio expands the ACA Ohio’s industrial base collapsed in the 1990s, and hundreds of thousands of workers lost employer-paid coverage. Young people left Ohio for work, and the insurance pool shrank as it rapidly aged. Numerous studies found Ohio’s health declining, in no small part because nearly 1.5 million Ohioans, more than 10% of the population, had zero health insurance. The ACA also allowed states to expand Medicaid to adults with incomes up to 138% of the poverty level, although some Republican-led states have refused the expansion. In Ohio, GOP Gov. John Kasich pushed the Republican-led state legislature to approve the expansion in 2013; 40 states and the District of Columbia have expanded their programs. Ohio’s participation in the federal marketplace grew until 2025, when enrollment hit a record high. How did we help people back in the day when they didn’t have coverage? – Charlotte Rudolph, UHCAN Ohio executive director The speed of the retreat in Ohio of the ACA brought swift consequences. The Columbus nonprofit group UHCAN Ohio “has been helping people since the law’s inception,” said Executive Director Charlotte Rudolph. Then last fall, “If we saw five people, maybe one enrolled. They’re making that tough decision to say, ‘I hope I don’t get sick.’” “We are now going through our archives, asking ourselves, how did we help people back in the day when they didn’t have coverage?” Further complicating Ohio’s health care horizon are Trump administration cuts to Medicaid. More than 3 million Ohioans use the health program for low-income residents. But under the broad tax and spending measure President Donald Trump signed last summer, as many as 1 in 10 of those Ohioans could be found ineligible through new work requirements and other hurdles. Horn, on the hotline phone call, said her weekly $624 unemployment payments had put her over the Medicaid threshold. Dudley nodded as she tapped on her keyboard. “I hear that a lot,” she said. What the future holds While the immediate problems are stressing the system, experts say they are anxious for what is to come in Ohio’s health care. Uninsured people often use emergency departments for primary care, straining hospitals still under pandemic duress and understaffed. Many Ohioans on Medicaid live in its rural spaces, where the safety net has long been fraying. The trade group the Ohio Hospital Association told the state legislature last year that more than 70% of the state’s rural hospitals have been running in the red for years. “My fears,” said Grace Wagner of the Ohio Association of Foodbanks, “are that as these changes continue to come, decision-makers aren’t aware or prepared to respond.” Dudley and Horn spent another 30 minutes on the ACA hotline, but none of the HealthCare.gov options clicked. Finally, Horn said she would call back. “Sure, it’s a lot to think about,” Dudley said, and ended the call. Then she sat looking at her laptop screen full of HealthCare.gov. She doesn’t like to leave a puzzle unsolved for someone who came to her for help. “I love what I do. Being able to do this work is fantastic, even in the midst of all this stuff happening,” she said. “But there are times when I feel a little overwhelmed.” This story was originally produced by Stateline, which is part of States Newsroom, a nonprofit news network which includes Arizona Mirror, and is supported by grants and a coalition of donors as a 501c(3) public charity. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3bf343fb569bd908526d8 Chelsea Handler rips marriage as ‘outdated,’ says she prioritizes freedom te 2026-04-06T14:12:04.351Z Chelsea Handler rips marriage as ‘outdated,’ says she prioritizes freedom Chelsea Handler is opening up about her philosophy on men and dating. During a recent appearance on the "Angie Martinez IRL Podcast," the 51-year-old comedian discussed her views on relationships, marriage and men in general, telling the host that she is "not out seeking men," noting, "that is not my agenda in life." "I'm here for women and I'm here for myself," she said. "I've never been very thirsty for a man or a partner. You've got to really kind of get my attention for me to pay attention in a serious way because otherwise it's a bunch of casual encounters. You know what I mean? I like that. I like traveling a lot. I like hooking up with guys. I don't like to get too serious. I don't want someone in my space all the time. I just am not interested in that." When it comes to whether she believes in growing old with someone, Handler said, "I mean yeah sure," but then pointed out that "there's 8 million of us" on Earth, and rather than think of yourself as alone when not in a relationship, "you have to think of yourself as like 'I'm free. I'm free now to make every decision I want for myself." CANDACE CAMERON BURE SAYS ‘MEN ARE SCARED TO TALK TO WOMEN’ IN TODAY’S MODERN DATING WORLD Freedom is a big deal for the former talk show host, who went on to say that "my whole vibe is about freedom." "I love the the idea that I don't have to check in with anybody about anything I do," she said about being single. "I don't have to consider or consult with anyone. If I want to get on a plane and go to Paris, which I will do on in a moment's notice, I will go to Majorca for a month and f--- off by myself. You know what I mean? I'll do all of that stuff." Handler is currently in a relationship with a younger man whom she refers to as "Cowboy," who she met when he lent her $1,000 after she sat next to him at a blackjack table in Las Vegas. They later clicked when he joined her on a trip to Antarctica, and the rest is history. Despite hitting it off with her new beau, she still claims marriage is "not something I attain to do," calling it an "outdated" tradition and "a really silly idea." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "But since I've bemoaned marriage my whole entire public life, it would be really hypocritical for me to get married, which means I'll probably do it," she said. "At some point I might just go, okay, f--- it. I'm 50 years old, so I might as well just go get married. What could go wrong at this point? But I don't care about marriage. I don't care about that. I feel like that's a very patriarchal thing anyway. You're kind of like property a little bit." The former "Chelsea Lately" host has been in a few public relationships in the past, most recently with fellow comedian, Jo Koy, whom she dated for just under one year. Handler announced their breakup in July 2022, saying that being loved by Koy "has been one of the greatest gifts of my life," and that he had a hand in renewing her "faith in men, in love, [and] in being 100% who I am." She further discussed the reason behind their breakup during an episode of "Now What?" in December 2022, telling Brooke Shields that she thought she found "the person [I'd] spend my life with," and even considered marriage, but that "towards the end of the relationship, it just became clear that this was not my person." LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "There were just some behaviors that we couldn't agree on… It felt to me like I would have to abandon myself, which maybe I would have been OK to do if I were 20 or 25, but I wasn't willing to do that. No matter how much I loved this person — and I loved him so much — I was not going to abandon myself," Handler continued. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3bf203fb569bd908526c6 Pro wrestling star Trevor Lee signs MLW deal, talks goals with company te 2026-04-06T14:11:44.616Z Pro wrestling star Trevor Lee signs MLW deal, talks goals with company Pro wrestling star Trevor Lee signed a deal with Major League Wrestling (MLW) and will continue performing with the company as the Southern Crown champion. Lee, who wrestled in WWE as Cameron Grimes, returned to MLW for sporadic appearances after he was released. He faced off against Mistico at MLW Eric Bischoff’s One Shot, appeared at Battle Riot VIII in January and a handful of Fusion tapings. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM He won the MLW Southern Crown Championship in a Bunkhouse Stampede match against Andrew Everett, Beastman, Diego Hill, Festus, Ikuro Kwon, Jesus Rodriguez, Josh Bishop, Matthew Justice and Paul Walter Hauser. "I’m just excited to be able to really kind of do anything," Lee told Fox News Digital. "You know, these past couple of years, I’ve been kind of waiting on a good opportunity and I feel like MLW is kind of presenting that opportunity. I really liked the ability to be able to work with CMLL (Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre), to be able to work with New Japan. "So, it’s really cool to see what’s going to come out of this." Lee is among former WWE wrestlers who have joined MLW over the last few years. Matt Riddle, Killer Kross, Scarlett Bordeaux, Shotzi Blackheart, Donovan Dijak, Bishop Dyer, Austin Aries, Doc Gallows, Karl Anderson, Priscilla Kelly and several others have all competed in WWE at one point or another. PRO WRESTLING STARS KILLER KROSS, SCARLETT BORDEAUX TALK 'VERY SIMPLE DECISION' TO WORK IN MLW AGAIN It also helps that MLW founder Court Bauer has a WWE background as well. "I think what really entices me to want to work with MLW is that they do have a great production," Lee explained. "When you watch the product, it looks good. The crowds are big, the crowds are loud. That’s really kind of all you’re asking for, especially when you kind of take a step down. "MLW isn’t WWE, but they’re not an indie either. They’re right there. So, it’s nice to be able to be at a place that can represent you well, show you well, and also give you a good batch of talent to work with as well with so many different companies that can come through there." Lee, 32, said he wanted to keep showing the pro wrestling world that he can still perform at a high level. "I just want to be able to show that I’m more than just like a comedy promo act. I can have these elite tier matches and that’s really what my goal is with MLW – to see how far we can go," he said. He said he hoped to be able to square up with Aries, Riddle, Dijak as well as CMLL and New Japan competitors. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3bef93fb569bd908526ba Republicans Unveil a $342 Million Battle Plan to Keep the Senate te 2026-04-06T14:11:05.074Z Republicans Unveil a $342 Million Battle Plan to Keep the Senate The main super PAC for Senate Republicans is focusing on eight states, and plans to spend big money to defend G.O.P.-held seats in Alaska, Iowa and Ohio. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3bee53fb569bd908526b1 Supreme Court Clears the Way for Dismissal of Bannon Conviction te 2026-04-06T14:10:45.309Z Supreme Court Clears the Way for Dismissal of Bannon Conviction Stephen K. Bannon, a former close aide to President Trump, was convicted for failing to comply with a congressional subpoena related to the investigation into the Jan. 6 attack. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3becc3fb569bd908526a0 Ticket savings of up to $500 this week for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 te 2026-04-06T14:10:20.648Z Ticket savings of up to $500 this week for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Starting today, you have 5 days to save nearly $500 on your ticket to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. This offer disappears Friday, April 10, at 11:59 p.m. PT. Register here to secure these low rates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3ba453fb569bd908525dd Rescue expert says most dangerous moment comes after ‘jackpot’ call in recovery behind enemy lines te 2026-04-06T13:51:01.060Z Rescue expert says most dangerous moment comes after ‘jackpot’ call in recovery behind enemy lines The most dangerous moment in a high-stakes rescue mission often comes after the objective is secured, a veteran operator told Fox News on Monday, reacting after U.S. forces recovered a missing airman behind enemy lines in Iran. "Very often when these operations happen... we get our objective [and] over the radio, we say 'jackpot'... and very often in the command center when that happens, everyone starts high-fiving each other because that means that you got the target, you got to [the] objective ...," Grey Bull Rescue founder and Chairman Bryan Stern told "Fox & Friends First." But for the team on the ground, that moment marks the beginning of the most difficult phase in the rescue. PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP BRIEFED ON DOWNED F-15 FIGHTER JET IN IRAN "If I'm calling 'jackpot' on the radio, that means that my team and I are still behind enemy lines. We just happen to now have our package with us. Getting home is often the harder part," Stern explained. He continued, "My blood pressure always spikes as soon as we call a 'jackpot'... because I know everyone's very excited and not paying attention. I've got to get the team… back on track to remind them we still have to get home." US PILOT RESCUED FROM DOWNED F-15E FIGHTER JET IN IRAN, SEARCH FOR SECOND CREW MEMBER ONGOING Stern's remarks come after forces rescued a missing U.S. weapons systems officer from a downed F-15E in Iran following a multi-day search inside enemy territory as Iranian forces simultaneously searched the area. The pilot, who also ejected from the jet in Khuzestan province, was rescued Friday morning. President Donald Trump touted the recovery mission as an "Easter miracle." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3ba313fb569bd908525d4 WNBA champ Natasha Cloud takes issue with Trump's Iran message on Easter te 2026-04-06T13:50:41.395Z WNBA champ Natasha Cloud takes issue with Trump's Iran message on Easter WNBA champion Natasha Cloud criticized President Donald Trump on Sunday after he fired off a strong message toward Iran on Easter morning. Cloud teed off on Trump in messages posted on Threads. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "A sitting president who claims to be ‘a God fearing man’ to be tweeting on Easter Sunday that he will bomb Iran’s infrastructure IS NOT A MAN OF CHRIST," the New York Liberty guard wrote. "A reminder that yes Jesus died for our sins, but He was murdered by….the governing Authority. He did not follow THEIR law, because THEIR law is not God’s law. A part we TOO often just pass over." Cloud then wrote about how terrorism is defined in the U.S. "In the United States, terrorism is defined by federal law as: "The unlawful use of force or violence against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian population, or any segment thereof, in furtherance of political or social objectives," she added. LIVE UPDATES: TRUMP WARNS IRAN HE MAY STRIKE 'EVERY POWER PLANT' AS DEADLINE TO REOPEN HORMUZ NEARS Cloud had previously called out the Trump administration’s use of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers and, nearly three years ago, got into a feud with former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom after she called the U.S. "trash" before the Fourth of July holiday. On Sunday, Trump warned Iran that U.S. military forces could attack power plants and bridges in Iran if the Strait of Hormuz isn’t opened. "Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran. There will be nothing like it!!! Open the F----n’ Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell - JUST WATCH! Praise be to Allah," he wrote on Truth Social. Trump is expected to deliver an update on the U.S. military operation in Iran on Monday. He has said the war with Iran is "nearing completion," but a looming deadline could determine whether the conflict is actually ending — or about to escalate. Fox News’ Morgan Phillips contributed to this report. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3b5813fb569bd90852523 Amazon job text scam warning signs te 2026-04-06T13:30:41.974Z Amazon job text scam warning signs You get a text message. It says Amazon is hiring. The pay sounds great. The work is easy. It feels like a lucky break. Then you read it again. That is when things start to feel off, and you realize it could be a scam. Let's break down the exact text message scammers are sending and call out every red flag so you know what to watch for next time. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Get my best tech tips, urgent security alerts, and exclusive deals delivered straight to your inbox. For simple, real-world ways to spot scams early and stay protected, visit CyberGuy.com -  trusted by millions who watch CyberGuy on TV daily. Plus, you’ll get instant access to my Ultimate Scam Survival Guide free when you join.   YOUTUBE JOB SCAM TEXT: HOW TO SPOT IT FAST   Here is what stands out right away in this message. The message opens with "Hi" and does not include your name. Legitimate recruiters usually personalize outreach, especially for a job opportunity. A generic greeting suggests this message was sent to many people at once. The message shows up out of nowhere, which should immediately raise concern. In this case, there was no application submitted and no prior contact with a recruiter. Because of that, the outreach feels unexpected and unverified. Legitimate companies do not randomly text people with job offers, especially without any previous interaction. The message comes from a random Hotmail email address, not an official Amazon domain. Real recruiters from Amazon use corporate email accounts tied to Amazon. They do not text you from a generic email or personal number. That alone should stop you in your tracks. The role description sounds broad and generic. "Supporting Amazon sellers" and "online tasks" could mean anything. There are no clear responsibilities, no team, no department. Scammers keep things vague on purpose. It helps them reach more people. The message promises $100 to $600 per day for about an hour of work. That is not how legitimate jobs work. When you see high pay for very little effort, that is often bait designed to pull you in fast. It mentions a base pay of $1,000 for every four working days. That conflicts with the daily rate listed earlier. Inconsistent details are a common scam signal. Real job offers are clear and consistent. The message asks you to text "Interested" to a phone number instead of applying through a formal process. There is no application, no interview and no verification. Because of that, the urgency is intentional and designed to get a fast response before you have time to think it through. The message tells you to text a number like +14482009251. At first glance, it may look like a U.S. number because of the +1 country code. But scammers often use internet-based numbers that can be routed from anywhere. Legitimate recruiters rarely ask you to move a job conversation to a random phone number. If the number feels off, trust that instinct.  It says, "If you are 25 or older." That is not a standard hiring requirement for most roles. Random restrictions like this are another sign that something is off. There is no mention of: Legitimate companies follow structured hiring steps. They do not skip straight to texting. SSA IMPERSONATION SCAMS ARE GETTING MORE PERSONAL   These messages hit a sweet spot for many people. They promise flexible work while also offering remote roles and quick income. As a result, that combination is hard to ignore, especially if you are job hunting. Because of this, scammers design messages that feel like an opportunity rather than a risk. You are likely to see more messages like this. Job scams have moved from email to text because people respond faster on their phones. That means you need to slow down and question anything that feels too easy or too good. A real opportunity will still be there tomorrow. A scam depends on speed. We reached out to Amazon about this text message scam, and a spokesperson told us: "Scammers that attempt to impersonate Amazon put consumers at risk. We will continue to invest in protecting consumers and educating the public on scam avoidance. We encourage consumers to report suspected scams to us so that we can protect their accounts and refer bad actors to law enforcement to help keep consumers safe." Start with a quick gut check. Then take these steps.  Go to the official website of Amazon and check their careers page. If the job is real, it will be listed there.  Instead, ignore the message completely. Do not text back, click any links or call the number. Even a quick reply can confirm your number is active, which may lead to more scam attempts. Scammers often find your number through data broker websites that collect and sell personal information. Using a trusted data removal service can help reduce your exposure by removing your information from hundreds of these sites and lowering the chances of being targeted. Check out my top picks for data removal services and get a free scan to find out if your personal information is already out on the web by visiting Cyberguy.com If a scam message leads you to a link, your device could be exposed. Strong antivirus software helps block malicious downloads before they cause harm. Get my picks for the best 2026 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android & iOS devices at Cyberguy.com High pay for minimal work is one of the biggest warning signs. If it sounds easy, assume there is a catch. TECH GIANTS UNITE TO FIGHT ONLINE SCAMS   Look at the email or phone number. If it is not tied to the company, treat it as suspicious. Never share sensitive details like your Social Security number, banking information or ID through text. Real employers use secure systems, not text messages.  After you spot the red flags, delete the message right away. In addition, use your phone's "Report Spam" option to flag it. This helps your carrier and messaging apps identify similar scams and block them for others. lso, Amazon recommends visiting its help pages to find additional information on how to identify scams and report them at amazon.com/ReportAScam. At first, the message looks polished. It uses a name and references a well-known company while laying out pay and benefits. However, once you slow down, the problems become clear. For example, the greeting is generic, and you never applied. In addition, the sender does not match the company, and the phone number feels off. On top of that, the pay is unrealistic, and the hiring process is missing entirely. This is how most scams work. They depend on speed instead of accuracy. Have you ever received a job text like this, and what tipped you off that it was a scam? Let us know by writing to us at Cyberguy.com Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Get my best tech tips, urgent security alerts, and exclusive deals delivered straight to your inbox. For simple, real-world ways to spot scams early and stay protected, visit CyberGuy.com -  trusted by millions who watch CyberGuy on TV daily. Plus, you’ll get instant access to my Ultimate Scam Survival Guide free when you join. Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com.  All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3b3583fb569bd9085249e Driving Habits May Cost More Than You Think: Data-Backed Driving Techniques to Reduce Fuel Costs and Vehicle Wear te 2026-04-06T13:21:28.191Z Driving Habits May Cost More Than You Think: Data-Backed Driving Techniques to Reduce Fuel Costs and Vehicle Wear Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3b3443fb569bd90852495 Driving Habits May Cost More Than You Think: Data-Backed Driving Techniques to Reduce Fuel Costs and Vehicle Wear te 2026-04-06T13:21:08.547Z Driving Habits May Cost More Than You Think: Data-Backed Driving Techniques to Reduce Fuel Costs and Vehicle Wear Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3b32b3fb569bd90852455 NBC’s Savannah Guthrie tells fans, ‘We feel your prayers,’ during emotional moment as mother remains missing te 2026-04-06T13:20:43.465Z NBC’s Savannah Guthrie tells fans, ‘We feel your prayers,’ during emotional moment as mother remains missing NBC’s Savannah Guthrie largely kept the focus on the news during her highly anticipated return to "Today" on Monday after a two-month absence as the search for her missing mother continues.  Guthrie was poised during her return, which came 64 days after her mother, Nancy, went missing from her Arizona home. At 8:30 a.m. ET, 90 minutes into her return, Guthrie went outside to join the crowd gathered in the plaza outside the show’s Rockefeller Center studio. "These signs are so beautiful. You guys have been so beautiful, I received so many letters, so much kindness, and my whole family, we feel it, we feel your prayers. Thank you so much," Guthrie said as she teared up.  Guthrie then acknowledged a fan wearing a shirt that said, "Welcome home Savannah," and took selfies with members of the crowd. She never mentioned her mother by name during the show.  SAVANNAH GUTHRIE RETURNS TO NBC’S ‘TODAY,’ SAYS IT'S 'GOOD TO BE HOME' AS SEARCH FOR MOTHER CONTINUES Nancy Guthrie went missing on Feb. 1, prompting her daughter to step away from NBC's flagship morning show. The nationwide search for her mother has made national headlines but so far elicited few clues about her whereabouts or fate. Guthrie treated her return like business as usual at the opening, teasing stories on the war with Iran, President Donald Trump’s Easter morning social media post, rising gas prices and the Artemis II mission to space. "Good morning, welcome to ‘Today’ on this Monday morning. We are so glad you started your week with us, and it is good to be home," Guthrie told viewers to kick off the program. SAVANNAH GUTHRIE BREAKS DOWN OVER POSSIBILITY HER MOM WAS TARGETED BECAUSE OF HER FAME, APOLOGIZES TO FAMILY "Here we go, ready or not, let’s do the news," she added, alongside co-anchor Craig Melvin. Once Guthrie said she was happy to be home," NBC’s morning show did the news as usual until the 7:30 am ET hour kicked off and Guthrie noted the "love" from fans.  "Some beautiful signs out there," Guthrie said.  "I’m excited to see them, give them all a hug," she continued, teasing her eventual trip outside. "I’ve been really feeling the love so much."  SAVANNAH GUTHRIE'S EASTER MESSAGE REVEALS ANGUISH AS MOM MISSING 63 DAYS Nancy Guthrie is believed to have been taken from her home against her will and was last seen when her son-in-law dropped her off at home around 10 p.m. the night before she went missing. Investigators and the family have repeatedly appealed to the public for help. There is a combined reward of more than $1.2 million in connection with the case — a million of it from the Guthrie family for their mother's recovery. The family has asked anyone with information to call 1-800-CALL-FBI. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3b0d03fb569bd90852404 Spain’s Xoople raises $130 million Series B to map the Earth for AI te 2026-04-06T13:10:40.335Z Spain’s Xoople raises $130 million Series B to map the Earth for AI The company is also announcing a deal with L3Harris to build the sensors for Xoople's spacecraft. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3b0bc3fb569bd908523fb Convicted spyware maker Bryan Fleming avoids jail at sentencing te 2026-04-06T13:10:20.361Z Convicted spyware maker Bryan Fleming avoids jail at sentencing The pcTattletale founder escapes a custodial sentence following the first successful prosecution of a spyware maker in the U.S. for over a decade. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3ae813fb569bd908523c1 Newsom's California rail project now expected to cost $126B, official admits, with still no tracks laid te 2026-04-06T13:00:49.897Z Newsom's California rail project now expected to cost $126B, official admits, with still no tracks laid California's delayed, over-budget high-speed train from Los Angeles to San Francisco is running fast only in one direction: Rising costs to even get rolling, which are now estimated to be $126 billion. "Today, we estimate with the right optimization just over $125 billion," California High Speed Rail Authority board member Anthony Williams told CBS's "60 Minutes" on Sunday. "I think $126 billion is the current estimate for that." That is nearly four times the $33 billion price tag presented to voters in 2008, making the long-delayed project a black eye for Democrat-run California, derided as the latest political example of "waste" in deep-blue America and a "train to nowhere." "We’re now in 2026: There are no trains; there’s no track laid; it was a complete bait and switch," Rep. Vince Fong, R-Calif., told "60 Minutes," saying the project "needs to stop." NEWSOM TOUTS CALIFORNIA’S NUMEROUS LEGAL FIGHTS WITH TRUMP ADMINISTRATION IN FINAL STATE OF THE STATE "The California High-Speed Rail nightmare is the probably quintessential example of government waste and mismanagement." California’s long-troubled high-speed rail project is facing renewed scrutiny after state Transportation Secretary Toks Omishakin acknowledged that many of its critics have a point. "There were mistakes made," Omishakin told CBS. "Some of the criticism on this project I think are very fair." TRUMP ADMIN UNCOVERS 'STAGGERING' $8.6 BILLION IN SUSPECTED CALIFORNIA SMALL BUSINESS FRAUD "I don't think the voters fully understood and neither did we in the public sector what it was going to take to actually get this project delivered," Omishakin added. Taking aim at California Democrat Gov. Gavin Newsom, President Donald Trump called California's project "the worst cost overrun, I've ever seen," a statement he he has in the past reserved for Federal Reserve Board Chair Jerome Powell's Federal Reserve Building in Washington, D.C. "This administration is working to usher in a Golden Age of Transportation," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy told CBS in a statement. "That vision includes high speed rail and we're exploring opportunities to efficiently build that infrastructure in America. NEWSOM’S FAILED LEADERSHIP HAS LET CALIFORNIA BECOME A LAND OF FRAUD AND SCAMS "What this administration won't stand for is boondoggle projects like Newsom's Train to Nowhere that wasted billions in taxpayer dollars yet delivered nothing to the American people," Duffy said. "Under President Trump, America is building again. We defunded Newsom's disaster and created the first Trump Infrastructure Dividend. Those dollars will now actually fund critical projects that enhance safety on rail networks across America." Newsom himself cast doubt on the full San Francisco-to-Los Angeles plan in 2019, and the project now faces a funding gap of roughly $90 billion. "For $10 billion, Elon Musk put 300 rockets in orbit; for $11 billion, the state of California has built 1,600 feet of elevated rail with no rail," Palantir CTO Shyam Sankar said in 2024. State officials say they remain confident more money can be found to dump into the project, but for now California’s high-speed rail stands as a costly symbol of ambition, delay, and deep public skepticism. 'THE DAILY SHOW' ROASTS GAVIN NEWSOM ON HOMELESSNESS, HIGH-SPEED RAIL IN SATIRICAL 'LEADING MAN' VIDEO "The ultimate 494 miles of building this out without the federal government's help will be challenging: There's no doubt about that," Omishakin said. Nearly two decades since the start of the project, no track has been laid, and the only major visible progress is on a Central Valley segment between Bakersfield and Merced, according to the report. The project’s earliest projected opening is now 2033, far later than originally promised. Critics, including Bakersfield's Fong, a member of the House Transportation Committee. CALIFORNIA IS BROKE, BUT IT’S NOT TOO LATE FOR THE REST OF US "The business plan that was put out in 2008 was very theoretical," Fong said. "You know, 'This is what we think is gonna happen.' "And it became very clear that they didn't have the specifics worked out." Fong has sought oversight and accountability on the waste, including 597 change orders that have cost more than $2.3 billion alone as of November 2025, which is nearly 7% of the initial $33 billion project estimate. "Taxpayers deserve full transparency and accountability," Fong wrote in a statement in February. "The high-speed rail nightmare is a glaring example of structural mismanagement. "Reckless, repeated contract amendments have squandered resources and precious tax dollars. Hardworking California taxpayers cannot afford to let this continue. This project should be canceled before even more money and time are wasted." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3a7723fb569bd908522de 'Credible intelligence' reveals North Korea's successor to Kim Jong Un, South Korea says te 2026-04-06T12:30:42.026Z 'Credible intelligence' reveals North Korea's successor to Kim Jong Un, South Korea says South Korea's National Intelligence Service (NIS) thinks that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's daughter has been lined up to be her father's eventual successor, lawmakers noted on Monday, according to Reuters. The NIS indicated to lawmakers that its analysis stems from what it characterized as "credible intelligence" that it had gathered, Reuters reported, citing briefings by ruling and opposition party members following a closed-door parliamentary meeting. Video footage posted last month showed Kim and his daughter on a tank. KIM JONG UN APPEARS WITH TEENAGE DAUGHTER AT LIVE-FIRE ROCKET TEST IN NORTH KOREA The South Korean agency indicated that the scene of the girl driving a tank was meant to emphasize her supposed military aptitude and counter doubts concerning a female successor, lawmakers noted, according to the outlet. North Korean state-run media KCNA published photos of the North Korean leader and his daughter with a tank last month, following prior images of the girl utilizing firearms, Reuters reported. The daughter is thought to be about 13 years old and named Ju Ae. IRAN'S WAR AGAINST THE US AND ISRAEL IS BEING FUELED BY NORTH KOREAN WEAPONS, EXPERT WARNS The outlet reported that ruling Democratic Party lawmaker Park Sun-won indicated that the scenes are meant to pay "homage" to the North Korean leader's military appearances years ago when he was being set up to succeed his father as regime leader. ​Korea Institute for National Unification analyst Hong Min said the tank scene is not enough to determine that she has been established as her father's successor, pointing out that she appeared with her father rather than independently, unlike her father's independent military appearances as he was being groomed to take the helm. NORTH KOREA TESTS SOLID-FUEL MISSILE ENGINE AS KIM BOOSTS THREAT TO US MAINLAND North Korea is one of the world's only nuclear-armed nations. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3a2c23fb569bd90852250 America's cult-favorite mineral water vanishes from shelves as demand explodes te 2026-04-06T12:10:42.509Z America's cult-favorite mineral water vanishes from shelves as demand explodes A high-profile shortage of one of the hottest mineral water brands — combined with surging demand — is reshaping the beverage aisle. Topo Chico, the cult-favorite sparkling mineral water owned by Coca-Cola, has been largely unavailable nationwide since February as the company upgrades facilities at its source in Mexico, with supply not expected to return until late 2026. The disruption has left some shelves empty, with consumers turning to alternatives as other brands step in to fill the gap.  HEAVY SODA TREND FLOWS THROUGH US AS SUPER SWEET FOUNTAIN DRINKS SPARK BUZZ ONLINE Demand for mineral water has been rising for years, and recent shortages are accelerating that trend, Forbes reported. Unlike seltzer, which is typically made by adding carbonation to purified water and can be produced almost anywhere, mineral water must come from specific natural sources, making it harder to scale production when demand surges. This distinction helps set mineral water apart from seltzer. It contains naturally occurring electrolytes such as calcium, magnesium and potassium, giving it a more complex taste, a slightly salty edge and stronger, longer-lasting carbonation. As people cut back on alcohol, mineral water is increasingly filling a role once occupied by wine and other alcoholic drinks, according to Ben Tannenbaum, an alcohol industry analyst in New York and vice president of partnerships at LineLeap, a nightlife technology platform. "Mineral water is filling a slot that wine used to own — a drink that signals you're paying attention without requiring explanation," Tannenbaum told Fox News Digital.  'BLOODBATH' HITS WINE COUNTRY AS MILLENNIALS AND BOOMERS ABANDON ALCOHOL "The bottle matters. A Topo Chico or San Pellegrino on the table communicates something that tap water, or even a generic seltzer, can't." He added that branding tied to origin — similar to wine's "terroir" — is resonating with consumers.  "People are ordering a place, not just a drink," Tannenbaum said. That positioning may help explain why premium bottled water has become a growing category, as Fox News Digital previously reported. For years, flavored seltzers dominated the sparkling water boom as healthier, low-calorie alternatives to soda and alcohol.  WITH AMERICANS 'ZEBRA STRIPING' INSTEAD OF QUITTING DRINKING, MICHELOB ULTRA ZERO IS CASHING IN But the category is now shifting toward simpler, more "ingredient-forward" options tied to natural sources. Cocktail writer and educator Camper English said growing interest in hydration, along with confusion about water quality, is also fueling demand. "People are bombarded with messaging about the need to hydrate and drink lots of water, and always carry water with them to work and the gym and everywhere else — often in huge fancy insulated water bottles," English, based in San Francisco, told Fox News Digital. He added that consumers are becoming more aware that even unflavored water can have distinct taste profiles, which he highlights in water-tasting classes. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "There is a lot of pressure to know more about the 'right' water to drink," he said. "That may mean the safest or trendiest or supposedly healthiest." He also said the shift away from alcohol is creating more opportunity for premium water. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES Topo Chico's rapid growth in the U.S. following Coca-Cola's 2017 acquisition has helped drive demand, potentially adding pressure on supply. Coca-Cola said in a statement to Fox News Digital that updates to facilities at the water source and production sites in Mexico are tied to the company's priorities of safety and quality. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "We aim to have Topo Chico Mineral Water back later this year," the company said.  The company added that the change only involves Topo Chico Mineral Water, and that other Topo Chico drinks remain available in the U.S. Even after the brand returns to shelves, analysts say the shift toward mineral water is likely to persist. "The consumers driving this trend aren't making trade-offs," Tannenbaum said. "They're not switching to tap because Topo Chico is out of stock. They're looking for the next bottle that signals the same thing." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3a06a3fb569bd90852204 BYU women's basketball star explains religious reason why team didn't practice before tourney win te 2026-04-06T12:00:42.694Z BYU women's basketball star explains religious reason why team didn't practice before tourney win The BYU Cougars women’s basketball team was on the outside looking into the NCAA Tournament this season despite going 26-12 under head coach Lee Cummard. The Cougars played well enough to earn an invitation to the Women’s Basketball Invitational Tournament, where the team was able to knock out the Kansas Jayhawks last week before losing to the Columbia Lions on Wednesday. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM BYU drew attention for an interesting and faith-based, decision ahead of their 70-67 win over Kansas. The team didn’t practice because it was a Sunday. Delaney Gibb, who led the team in scoring, explained it was for religious reasons that the team doesn’t practice on Sundays. "When you look at it from a perspective of our team and our culture we’ve built and the faith that we have it’s a day that we get to have a different perspective on life," Gibb said, via the school’s website. "There’s things that are bigger than basketball and Jesus Christ and having faith in Him is something that’s bigger than basketball." SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM POSTS 'JESUS IS KING' MESSAGE AS WNBA NEGOTIATIONS HEAT UP AHEAD OF CBA DEADLINE Gibb scored 12 points in the three-point victory. Sydney Benally added 15. The sophomore’s remarks went viral during the week. Unfortunately, for the Cougars, BYU lost to the Lions in their next game. Gibb is likely to return for her junior season. She was named to the All-Big 12 Conference First Team after being named the 2025 Big 12 Conference Freshman of the Year. During the 2025-26 season, Gibb averaged a team-leading 18.3 points per game. She also averaged 5.1 rebounds. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d399613fb569bd9085211f Ceasefire proposal could reopen key oil route amid US-Iran tensions and more top headlines te 2026-04-06T11:30:41.129Z Ceasefire proposal could reopen key oil route amid US-Iran tensions and more top headlines 1. Ceasefire proposal could reopen key oil route amid US-Iran tensions 2. Artemis II crew to pass far side of the moon, traveling further than any human 3. GOP races to pass ICE, Border Patrol funding bill as priorities pile up, divisions emerge CAMPAIGN BOOST — President Trump endorses former Fox News host Steve Hilton for California governor. Continue reading … HEAVENLY VIEW — Artemis II astronaut marvels at 'beauty of creation' in Easter message. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d397313fb569bd908520d5 Behind 'No Kings' St. Paul protest: $250K production machine equal to a Def Leppard concert te 2026-04-06T11:21:21.511Z Behind 'No Kings' St. Paul protest: $250K production machine equal to a Def Leppard concert When anti-Trump protesters took to the streets across the country in late March for rallies branded as "No Kings," CNN reported that anti-Trump protests had "popped up" nationwide, including at the Minnesota State Capitol. But a Fox News Digital investigation reveals that nine vendors were paid an estimated $250,000 to build a professionally-sophisticated protest infrastructure behind the "flagship" event held in St. Paul, and a former Obama and Biden administration political and communications strategist, Roger Fisk, took credit for being the "Senior Advisor to the #NoKings flagship event," fine-tuning the "art and science" of throwing the protest, along with two other "No Kings" protests last year. The machine behind the protest included deploying about 30 semi-trucks to deliver concert-level equipment, a massive mobile stage, nearly a mile of heavy-duty feeder cable used to distribute electricity throughout the rally site, scores of porta-toilets and folding chairs, eight jumbo screens, high-speed internet and bike-rack barriers to keep the crowds away from the stage, filled with bold-faced celebrities including rock star Bruce Springsteen, actress Jane Fonda and singer Joan Baez.  The operation amounted to a massive buildout that resembled the setup for an outdoor music festival or Def Leppard concert, according to the event's vendors, most of whom requested anonymity. The logistical details behind the event illustrate how modern protests increasingly resemble professionally produced public events rather than spontaneous grassroots demonstrations. The investigation reveals a rare behind-the-scenes view of the infrastructure, funding and logistics that power the modern day protest industry, details organizers rarely disclose. 500 GROUPS WITH $3B IN REVENUES ARE BEHIND THE #NOKINGS PROTESTS AND COMMUNIST CALL FOR 'REVOLUTION' As Fox News Digital previously reported, about 500 organizations with an estimated $3 billion in annual revenues sponsored, endorsed and participated in the nationwide protest. The network includes stalwart Democratic nonprofits including Indivisible, MoveOn and the ACLU, which have received millions of dollars over the years from billionaire George Soros and his Open Society philanthropies. Another network tied to the protests includes pro-communist groups, like the People's Forum, CodePink, the ANSWER Coalition and the Party for Socialism and Liberation, backed by American-born tech tycoon Neville Roy Singham, who lives in Shanghai, promoting messaging aligned with the Chinese Communist Party, President Xi Jinping and the People’s Republic of China. Notably, anti-American rhetoric from China labeling the United States as "fascist," "rogue," and "autocratic" has been parroted by these groups and surfaced as a recurring theme in the St. Paul protest, where communist and socialist organizations flew the flags of Iran, Venezuela and Cuba. Singham didn't respond to a request for comment. POWER COUPLE OF CHAOS: HOW A TYCOON AND ACTIVIST BUILT A 'REVOLUTIONARY BASE' AT THE HOUSE OF SINGHAM It's understood that Indivisible footed most of the bill for the St. Paul protest, sources said. Nancy Snow, author of the book, "Propaganda and Persuasion," told Fox News Digital that it's important to follow the money on all aspects of political communication, including protests. "We are in an age of cognitive warfare, in which there is a competition to shape how people think, and it's always important to follow the money because it tells you who is setting the agenda and amplifying the message," she said. "Following the money doesn’t automatically invalidate the grievances of citizens who show up for a protest. Both things can be true at once." About 24 hours before demonstrators arrived with signs calling the U.S. a "fascist" nation, a different scene unfolded on the Capitol grounds, with semi-trucks loaded with equipment rolling into the State Capitol. 'NO KINGS' CALLS ITSELF LEADERLESS, BUT ITS OWN INTERNAL DOCUMENTS TELL A VERY DIFFERENT STORY "You need a platform for people to stand on and a way for people to be seen and heard in order to reach everybody," Matt Svobodny, a production manager with Slamhammer Sound & Roadcase Co., a live-event production company based in nearby St. Louis Park, Minn., told Fox News Digital.  "And, in order to do that, you need professionals that know what they're doing and are going to do it also safe for all the people…," he said. "So you can't just have people with good intentions and no idea what they're doing." A longtime professional, Svobodny provided a rare warehouse tour of the elements required to make the protest happen. Svobodny said crews began physical setup around 8 a.m. Friday and continued working until after midnight, returning in early morning. Along with the mobile concert stage and cable, the system they assembled included about 100 speakers and extensive lighting equipment. Three vendors supplied eight large video screens across the Capitol grounds so people far from the stage at the far end near Martin Luther King Boulevard could see the speakers. Additional delay speakers were positioned farther back from the stage so that speeches would remain synchronized across the large audience area, he said. For security reasons, the stage was partially fitted with ballistic bullet-resistant glass to protect the speakers. "It has all the elements and infrastructure of a music festival," Svobodny said. Permit records, obtained by Fox News Digital, identify the organizing entity for the event as the "No Kings Coalition and Indivisible Twin Cities." Indivisible is the brand name for several powerful Democratic groups: Indivisible Action, a political action committee; Indivisible Project, a 501(c)(4) with $10.4 million in revenues; and Indivisible Action, a 501(c)(3) with $5.2 million in revenues. The permit application listed a local leader, Kris Ragozzino, as the applicant and described the rally as a program including "speakers, artists and musicians." The production itself relied on a network of specialized vendors, each responsible for a different component of the rally’s infrastructure.  The estimated total for the logistical expenses was $250,000, sources said. Svobodny said he worked mostly with Ragozzino and Roger Fisk, a former advance man for presidential trips in the Obama and Biden administrations. In a post on LinkedIn after the protest, Fisk described himself as a "Senior Advisor to the #NoKings flagship event."  In the post, Fisk recalled the "complexity" of organizing the event, noting, "Add to that satellite trucks, cable runs, ballistic glass, road closures, most of the bike rack [sic] in North America, risk monitoring and threat analysis, bridge construction, Springsteen, a kaleidoscope of law enforcement, and staffs of elected officials, security details, and other celebrities that require specific care and respect. The final week was 4 am to 9-10-11 pm…" Fisk added that "we have learned so much together in developing the art and science of these massive pro-democracy public engagements." Ragozzino, Fisk and Indivisible co-founders Ezra Levin and Leah Greenberg didn't respond to requests for comment. Fisk bluntly acknowledged the protests were staged for the cameras for maximum media coverage, which public relations officials call "earned media," a buzzword for free press coverage. "Earned media is my main metric," Fisk wrote, "and our content reached between a quarter and a half billion impressions in the 24 hours after the events, with our flagship event leading the way." In his LinkedIn profile, Fisk writes that he worked this past year as a consultant to  Indivisible and its three earlier "No Kings" protests, saying he "developed thematic strategies and program frameworks for Indivisible’s three pro-democracy mobilizations, engaging 15 million people across every state and 22 countries coordinating messaging across messaging networks." He didn't disclose how much he had been paid. COMMUNISTS, DEMOCRATS USE #NOKINGS RALLY TO CALL FOR MAY DAY STRIKE: ‘SHUT IT DOWN’ Snow, the former director of the New Hampshire chapter of Common Cause, a progressive group, said that "sunshine is the best disinfectant" and encourages organizations to be more transparent about the obvious logistical heavy-lifting it takes to throw a protest. In his company's warehouse, as crews cleaned the stage, Svobodny considered the event a success, in part because the vendors went unnoticed by the media. "Hopefully, most people didn’t even think about us," he said.  "I mean, in some ways, kind of, the goal of us or myself is to, like, not even be noticed." Hannah Brennan contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3971d3fb569bd908520c8 IDF confirms IRGC intel chief killed; Quds Force commander also eliminated in strike te 2026-04-06T11:21:01.559Z IDF confirms IRGC intel chief killed; Quds Force commander also eliminated in strike Israel announced that Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' intelligence chief Brig. Gen. Majid Khademi was killed in a precision strike, with an Israeli official noting that Quds Force’s special operations commander Asghar Bagheri was eliminated at the same time. In a statement posted on X, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed Khademi's killing, accusing him of helping advance terrorist attacks abroad and overseeing surveillance of Iranian civilians as part of the regime’s crackdown on domestic protests. "Khademi wasn’t just any figure, he was effectively No. 2 within the IRGC, one of the few senior commanders who managed to survive multiple waves of Israeli and American targeting over the past year — until now," a senior Israeli official told Fox News. "He kept moving, relocating, but ultimately he was hunted down and eliminated. "He oversaw an intelligence apparatus that repeatedly failed to detect or prevent major Israeli and U.S. operations, including a series of strategic surprises that exposed deep vulnerabilities inside Iran’s security system." IRAN'S INTERNET BLACKOUT HIDING STRIKE DAMAGE AND SUPPRESSING DISSENT, ISRAELI OFFICIALS SAY Notably, Khademi was "deeply involved in attempts to penetrate U.S. systems, including efforts to breach the Pentagon," and "coordinated extensively with Russia," according to the official. "His removal marks a significant blow to Iran’s intelligence leadership at a time when the regime is already under sustained pressure," the official added. Bagheri was also killed at the same time as the strike that took out Khademi, the official noted, but the IDF has yet to officially confirm his killing. TRUMP DECLARES 'I GOT HIM BEFORE HE GOT ME' AFTER IRAN'S SUPREME LEADER KILLED IN STRIKE "Bagheri was directly involved in recruiting agents across the Middle East and orchestrating attacks against American targets in Iraq and Syria — including operations that led to U.S. casualties," the senior official told Fox News. Khademi spent decades in intelligence and counter-espionage roles while rising through Iran’s security apparatus. Before his appointment, Khademi headed the Guard's Intelligence Protection Organization, charged with internal surveillance and counter-intelligence, and held senior roles in Iran’s defense ministry. The IRGC intelligence arm is one of Iran’s most powerful security bodies, with a central role in domestic surveillance to counter foreign influence, and often operating in parallel with the civilian intelligence ministry. Fox News' Trey Yingst and Reuters contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d397093fb569bd908520bf Savannah Guthrie returns to NBC’s ‘Today,’ says it's 'good to be home' as search for mother continues te 2026-04-06T11:20:41.674Z Savannah Guthrie returns to NBC’s ‘Today,’ says it's 'good to be home' as search for mother continues Savannah Guthrie returned to NBC’s "Today" on Monday after a two-month absence as the search for her missing mother continues.  "Good morning, welcome to ‘Today’ on this Monday morning. We are so glad you started your week with us, and it is good to be home," Guthrie told viewers.  "Here we go, ready or not, let’s do the news," she added, alongside co-anchor Craig Melvin. "So good to have you back," he said. Guthrie wore a yellow dress as Melvin wore a yellow tie in a nod to the search for her mother. Nancy Guthrie went missing on Feb. 1, prompting her daughter and longtime NBC host to step away from the network's flagship morning show. The nationwide search for her mother has made national headlines but so far elicited few clues about her whereabouts or fate. SAVANNAH GUTHRIE BREAKS DOWN OVER POSSIBILITY HER MOM WAS TARGETED BECAUSE OF HER FAME, APOLOGIZES TO FAMILY Guthrie was all business at the outset, teasing stories on the war with Iran, President Donald Trump’s Easter morning social media post, rising gas prices, and the Artemis II mission to space. Savannah Guthrie released an Easter message on Sunday, where she discussed her family's agonizing struggle and the universal feeling of dealing with unanswerable questions and the absence of a clear resolution. She said her perspective began to shift as she reflected on the period between Jesus Christ's crucifixion and resurrection, a span she described as often overlooked but central to understanding faith in moments of uncertainty. "It is the darkness that makes this morning’s light so magnificent, so blindingly beautiful," Guthrie said. "It is all the brighter because it is so desperately needed." SAVANNAH GUTHRIE'S EASTER MESSAGE REVEALS ANGUISH AS MOM MISSING 63 DAYS Nancy Guthrie is believed to have been taken from her home against her will and was last seen when her son-in-law dropped her off at home around 10 p.m. the night before she went missing. In the early morning hours, a masked man was seen on her doorstep and appeared to be armed with a handgun. At around 2:30 a.m., her pacemaker made its last sync with her Apple devices, indicating a potential timeframe for when she was taken out of the home. Her watch and iPhone were recovered inside.  A series of unverified ransom notes were sent to media outlets, including TMZ and a local Tucson station, leading many to believe the disappearance is somehow financially motivated. No suspects have been publicly identified.  CLICK HERE TO READ MORE MEDIA AND CULTURE NEWS Investigators and the family have repeatedly appealed to the public for help. There is a combined reward of more than $1.2 million in connection with the case — a million of it from the Guthrie family for their mother's recovery. The family has asked anyone with information to call 1-800-CALL-FBI. This is a developing story, more to come…  Fox News Digital’s Michael Ruiz, Adam Sabes, David Rutz and Greg Wehner contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d394f13fb569bd9085207e Harvard alum praises Trump admin targeting university admissions policies, handling of antisemitism te 2026-04-06T11:11:45.394Z Harvard alum praises Trump admin targeting university admissions policies, handling of antisemitism The Trump administration has launched two new probes into Harvard University as it continues to hold the institution accountable for alleged violations of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. One probe is focused on the handling of antisemitism on campus, while the other alleges that the university has used "illegal race-based preferences in admissions" in violation of the Supreme Court's ruling on Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard. In addition to the probes, the Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) issued a Letter of Impending Enforcement Action to Harvard over the university's refusal to provide the government with requested information on its admissions process. This follows a review that the OCR opened in May 2025 to determine if the university was still using racial preferences in its undergraduate admissions process. "Harvard University should know better. Its name will always be tied to the landmark Supreme Court case that found sweeping racial discrimination in admissions and the campus has been in the spotlight for tolerating egregious antisemitic harassment for years now," Education Secretary Linda McMahon said in a statement. Harvard has been given 20 calendar days to comply with the OCR's information requests. If it fails to do so, the university could face enforcement actions, including a DOJ referral, according to the DOE. HARVARD STUDENT SAYS JEWISH CLASSMATES FEEL 'UNWELCOME' AS MULTIBILLION DOLLAR DOJ LAWSUIT LOOMS Alexander Kestenbaum, also known as "Shabbos," commended the Trump administration for launching the probe, saying that to him, it represented "promises made, promises kept." "I think it's quite astounding that Harvard University knew that the Trump administration was going to investigate them for their civil rights violations and rather than cooperating to reach some sort of settlement negotiation or understanding, they dug deeper, and they refuse to cooperate with the federal government to ensure that no student is having their civil rights violated," Kestenbaum told Fox News Digital. "I've got to say, Harvard is fighting the Trump administration far greater and with more alacrity than they ever fought against antisemitism, against anti-Asian discrimination, against the discrimination against White Christian men. So, I think it sort of underscores their priorities and their values," the Harvard alumnus added. HARVARD KENNEDY SCHOOL ANNOUNCES LAYOFFS AFTER TRUMP CUTS BILLIONS IN FUNDING Kestenbaum is no stranger to legal entanglements with Harvard. He and other students sued the university over its alleged lack of action against antisemitism. Harvard and Kestenbaum reached a confidential settlement in May 2025. "I'm very proud that we play a small role in this. I'm proud of the fact that the DOJ has constantly cited Kestenbaum v. Harvard," he told Fox News Digital. "I'm honored that we can have these conversations with the DOJ, with the Department of Education, the members of the White House who are seriously concerned about the treatment of American students at the hands of these far-left institutions like Harvard and Columbia and elsewhere." Following Hamas' Oct. 7 massacre and the launch of the resulting war, anti-Israel agitators began demonstrating on university campuses across the U.S., including Harvard. The university's then-President Claudine Gay, was grilled by a congressional committee about rising antisemitism on campus. In an infamous moment during the December 2023 hearing, Gay was asked by Rep. Elise Stefanik whether calling for the genocide of Jews violated Harvard's rules on bullying and harassment, and answered that "it can be, depending upon the context." Gay later apologized in an interview with The Harvard Crimson, saying that "when words amplify distress and pain, I don’t know how you could feel anything but regret." Gay resigned from her post in January 2024 following the tense hearing. At the time, she also faced allegations of plagiarism. When asked about Harvard's seemingly unchanged conduct, Kestenbaum said "poor leadership" was to blame. He said that no one from the university had been able to explain why the university had asked Gay to return to the classroom. He also claimed that university faculty had been adamantly against Harvard President Alan Garber negotiating with the Trump administration. US BLOCKS TRUMP ATTEMPT TO FREEZE MORE THAN $2 BILLION IN HARVARD FUNDS Recently, Harvard University earned a "C" on the Anti-Defamation League's (ADL) Campus Antisemitism Report Card. The ADL gave the prestigious university good marks on "publicly disclosed administrative actions" and "Jewish life on campus." However, Harvard received a "medium" score for "campus conduct and climate concerns." Kestenbaum told Fox News Digital that, while he has graduated and left campus, students who are still there have told him that they are thankful for the Trump administration's actions, but cannot express that sentiment on campus. He said that this is not new, and that when he filed his lawsuit, there were students who wanted to tell their stories, but decided not to out of fear of professional blowback and social isolation. "A lot of students will self-censor, and so they don't publicly admit how they really feel politically, but many are tremendously grateful to the administration for getting this university in check," he said. Kestenbaum called for the government to "withhold every last penny from Harvard University," saying that it was "an embarrassment that billions of dollars in American taxpayer funds are still being used to fund an institution that also discriminates against said American taxpayers." Fox News Digital reached out to Harvard for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d394dd3fb569bd90852075 Government says 'eat better' but makes it harder to feed your family te 2026-04-06T11:11:25.545Z Government says 'eat better' but makes it harder to feed your family Years ago, in my pediatrics practice, I was speaking with the mother of one of my patients. As I was going over the latest nutrition guidelines for her child, she stopped me cold:   "I know what’s in the guidance. I know what I’m supposed to do," she said. "But apart from McDonald’s, where am I going to feed my family for $10?"  I’d like to ask Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. that question as he promotes his "Eat Real Food" campaign. I couldn’t agree more with the message, but most people already know we should eat real food. The real issue is that slogans offer no help if you’re a parent trying to feed kids on a tight budget while grocery prices skyrocket. You expect government leaders to understand your circumstances and offer policy solutions to match.   But this administration is making it harder, not easier, for families to put real food on the table. TRUMP ADMIN'S NEW NUTRITION GUIDELINES TARGET ULTRA-PROCESSED FOODS, EASE UP ON RED MEAT AND SATURATED FATS As a doctor and a dad, I join the millions of parents who are demanding healthier foods. Our country’s food supply is overrun by ultraprocessed products filled with ingredients that belong in a chemistry lab, not our bodies. Food and beverage corporations market these products to children relentlessly and rake in billions of dollars. At the same time, our kids are paying the price: on any given day, most children don’t even eat a single vegetable. Something is very wrong here. So I welcome the movement to make our food supply healthier.  Secretary Kennedy has embraced this movement, too, but not nearly as much as he’d like you to believe. For instance, he talks a lot about the administration’s new Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Some of the new guidelines are smart, including recommendations that Americans eat more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and fewer ultraprocessed products. But if it’s too expensive to follow that advice, does it really mean anything? What good are words on paper if the administration makes it harder for you to afford your grocery bill?  Consider the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which helps more than 40 million Americans afford groceries. During last year’s government shutdown, the administration ordered states to stop distributing SNAP benefits, and then fought court rulings striking down that order. President Trump signed a bill that will kick millions of people off SNAP, including families with children, veterans, people experiencing homelessness, and young adults previously in foster care. The administration will soon propose even bigger cuts to the program. How does any of that make real food more affordable?    Or take the National School Lunch Program, which serves about 30 million children. No other federal nutrition program in the country reaches as many children. For many of them, a school lunch is their best shot at a healthy meal during the week. But the administration has canceled programs that help schools buy healthy produce directly from local farmers and ranchers. The administration has even proposed eliminating grants to help schools upgrade their cafeterias. Without a working kitchen, schools can’t prepare, serve, and store fresh foods.  Does any of that help children grow up healthy or learn in the classroom? IN A SNAP, TRUMP BLAMED FOR BLOCKING FOOD ASSISTANCE TO LOW-INCOME FAMILIES These policies make real food more expensive and less accessible. None of it makes sense.  When families can’t afford real, healthy food, the consequences are severe. I’ll never forget this 4-year-old boy I took care of in Atlanta who wasn’t growing properly. Tests didn’t show any underlying diseases, but something was clearly wrong with his development; he looked much younger than he was. Our staff eventually figured out the cause: he wasn’t getting enough food to eat because his family couldn’t afford it. He was literally starving in the wealthiest country on earth. My "prescription" in this case was not medication, but connecting his family to a faith-based organization that ran a food bank. With more to eat, his health improved.   CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION Imagine how many more doctors are having this same conversation with families now amid the Administration’s massive funding cuts.   In medical terms, a child who isn’t growing properly is suffering from a "failure to thrive." Our country is experiencing a similar fate. Nearly 48 million Americans don't get enough food. Charities do incredible work across our country, but there’s no way they can make up for massive cuts to federal programs: for every meal provided by a food bank, SNAP provides nine. So why cut a program that is clearly working? If the administration truly believes in "Eat Real Food," it should focus less on catchphrases and more on making real food more affordable. That means protecting programs that help families buy groceries, giving schools the ability to serve healthy meals to all children, and making sure parents are never priced out of the real food aisle at the grocery store.  Politicians are experts at talking a big game, but true leaders make a real difference in people’s lives. The next time Secretary Kennedy tells you to "Eat Real Food," ask yourself why the administration is making it so hard for families to actually do it. At the end of the day, it’s an empty soundbite. And like an empty calorie, it doesn’t nourish anyone.    CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM RICHARD BESSER Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d394ca3fb569bd9085206c Unexplained shoulder pain could signal dangerous health condition, doctor warns te 2026-04-06T11:11:06.089Z Unexplained shoulder pain could signal dangerous health condition, doctor warns Unexplained shoulder pain could signal a more serious problem, experts warn. While shoulder pain is often the result of rotator cuff problems, injuries, arthritis, nerve problems, or other orthopedic and muscular issues, it can also be a phenomenon called "referred pain" stemming from liver cancer.  Pain in the right shoulder blade has been linked to early signs of the disease, according to the American Cancer Society. COMMON DRINKING HABIT MAY QUIETLY TRIPLE RISK OF ADVANCED LIVER CONDITION Published case reports have shown that shoulder pain can be a symptom of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), the most common type of primary liver cancer. Mark Ashamalla, MD, chief of radiation oncology at Episcopal Health Services in New York, confirmed that liver cancer can sometimes cause pain that is felt in the right shoulder, even though the shoulder itself is completely normal. "The liver sits high in the right upper abdomen, just under the diaphragm, which is the muscle that helps us breathe," he told Fox News Digital. "If a liver tumor grows large enough or is positioned in a way that stretches the liver’s outer covering or irritates the diaphragm, it can trigger nerves in that area." RED FLAGS FOR COLORECTAL CANCER THAT WARRANT SCREENINGS BEFORE 45 YEARS OF AGE The brain can then misinterpret those signals and "feel" the pain in the right shoulder or right shoulder blade, even though the problem lies in the liver. "It’s a real symptom, but it is not because anything is wrong with the shoulder joint itself, Ashamalla noted. This is not true "phantom pain," which usually refers to pain felt in a body part that has been amputated or removed, the doctor clarified.  "Most shoulder pain is caused by far more ordinary things, like muscle strain, arthritis, tendon problems or poor posture," Ashamalla said. Typical orthopedic shoulder pain usually occurs after an injury, overuse, sleeping awkwardly, lifting something heavy or repetitive motion, according to the doctor. "It tends to worsen with certain arm movements, and the shoulder may feel tender, stiff, weak or have a limited range of motion," he said. "By contrast, referred pain from the liver often does not behave like a shoulder problem." The doctor listed the following clues that may indicate referred shoulder pain linked to liver cancer.  CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES "That said, these are warning signs, not proof. There’s no single pain pattern that automatically means cancer," Ashamalla emphasized.  "What matters most is when the pain does not fit the usual orthopedic pattern or is accompanied by other concerning symptoms." One of the challenges with liver cancer is that it often causes no early symptoms at all, or only very vague ones, according to Ashamalla. "Liver cancer often does not present with one obvious, dramatic symptom," he said. "Instead, it may show up as a cluster of vague changes that are easy to brush off one by one." Ashamalla shared the following liver cancer symptoms that can be subtle and easy to overlook. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER Ashamalla stressed that people shouldn’t be frightened by every ache or pain. "Shoulder pain is extremely common, and in most cases the cause is benign," he said. "Don’t panic about ordinary shoulder pain, but don’t ignore it if it's persistent, unexplained, or comes with other red-flag symptoms." For those who already have liver disease or risk factors for liver cancer, such as cirrhosis or chronic hepatitis, unexplained symptoms may warrant a greater concern. People should seek medical attention if their pain meets any of the following criteria, according to the doctor. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d394b63fb569bd90852063 Cooper Flagg makes latest 'statement' for NBA Rookie of the Year with 45 points in Mavs' win over Lakers te 2026-04-06T11:10:46.454Z Cooper Flagg makes latest 'statement' for NBA Rookie of the Year with 45 points in Mavs' win over Lakers Cooper Flagg entered Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers in a tight race for the NBA Rookie of the Year award with his former Duke Blue Devils teammate Kon Knueppel. Flagg, who was coming off a 51-point performance, likely needed another dominant game to shorten his odds of becoming the league’s top rookie. He delivered. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM The budding Mavericks star scored 45 points in Dallas’ 134-128 win over the injury-depleted Lakers. The victory ended the Mavericks’ longest home losing streak in 32 years. He added nine assists and eight rebounds to his stat line as well. "I think it's definitely some sort of statement," he told reporters, via ESPN. "But it just goes back to what I said: I'm confident in myself, and I know what I'm capable of. I'll just let the rest of the stuff figure itself out." Flagg is the first rookie to have back-to-back games with at least 40 points since Philadelphia 76ers legend Allen Iverson did it during the 1996-97 season. The achievement came after he became the first teenager to score at least 50 points in a game when he had 51 points against the Orlando Magic on Friday night. LAKERS SUPERSTAR LUKA DONČIĆ SUFFERS SEASON-ENDING INJURY "I don't know if he's making a closing statement," Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd said. "I think he's doing what he's been doing all season. Being able to play different positions. Being able to be uncomfortable. He's never complained and has delivered for us. "Tonight, being able to do it on national television, it's not easy. Especially coming off a 50-ball. He wants to win, and he helped the team win tonight." Flagg is leading the Mavericks, who improved to 25-53 with the win, with 20.8 points per game. He also averages 6.6 rebounds and 4.5 assists per game. Knueppel has been a bright spot for the Charlotte Hornets this season as they appear set to make the postseason for the first time since 2016. He’s third on the team in scoring, averaging 18.8 points per game. He also averages 5.4 rebounds and 3.4 assists per game. Dallas has four games left to play, while Charlotte has three. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d390143fb569bd90851fdc Division III national championship ends on wild buzzer-beater as Mary Washington wins first title te 2026-04-06T10:51:00.174Z Division III national championship ends on wild buzzer-beater as Mary Washington wins first title NCAA Men’s Basketball tournament excitement isn’t limited to Division I schools. The University of Mary Washington and Emory University’s Division III national championship game came down to the wire. The Mary Washington Eagles had the ball in the final seconds and were scrambling to get last-second shot into the net against the Emory Eagles. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Mary Washington guard Kye Robinson put up a fallaway shot as he fell out of bounds. Robinson’s shot missed, but forward Colin Mitchell was there to rebound the ball and put it into the basket as time expired. Mitchell ran back up the court as his teammates ran toward him to celebrate the win. "We trusted Kye to get to the spot," he said, via Yahoo Sports. "And he got there and shot a good shot. Right place, right time." Robinson admitted he didn’t take the "easiest shot possible." DAWN STALEY GIVES CLASSY ANSWER AFTER GENO AURIEMMA QUESTION FOLLOWING NATIONAL TITLE LOSS: 'IT'S UCLA'S DAY' "I feel like I was making it kind of hard on myself. And then once I felt my leg buckle a little bit, I was like, 'Oh, I just have to get it up.' Definitely the best missed shot of my life." Seconds before Mitchell’s game-winning putback, Emory’s Ethan Fauss hit a game-tying 3-pointer with 12 seconds left. Fauss and Jair Knight were the catalyst in putting Emory up eight points three minutes into the second half. It was Emory’s largest lead. Mary Washington would go on a 14-2 run to get back into the game. Robinson had 27 points on 12-of-22 shooting. He had eight rebounds, four assists and four steals in the win. Jay Randall had 14 points and Kaden Bates added 10. Knight and Fauss had 24 points for Emory. Ben Pearce, Emory’s all-time leading scorer who eclipsed 2,000 points in his career, was held without a made shot until he hit a 3-pointer with 90 seconds left. He went 7-of-11 from the free-throw line. Mary Washington’s victory gave the team 30 for the season. It was a program record for wins. The team, which lost to Emory in the tournament last year, eliminated the defending champions, Trinty, in the semifinals. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d390003fb569bd90851fd3 President Trump makes endorsement in California gubernatorial race: 'He will be a GREAT Governor' te 2026-04-06T10:50:40.710Z President Trump makes endorsement in California gubernatorial race: 'He will be a GREAT Governor' President Donald Trump has endorsed Steve Hilton in the California gubernatorial race. "I have known and respected Steve Hilton, who is running for Governor of California, for many years. He is a truly fine man, one who has watched as this once great State has gone to Hell," Trump wrote in a Truth Social post about Hilton, a former Fox News host, on Monday. "Gavin Newscum and the Democrats have done an absolutely horrendous job. People are fleeing, crime is increasing, and Taxes are the highest of any State in the Country, maybe the World. Steve can turn it around, before it is too late, and, as President, I will help him to do so! With Federal help, and a Great Governor, like Steve Hilton, California can be better than ever before! Steve Hilton has my COMPLETE & TOTAL ENDORSEMENT. He will be a GREAT Governor and, importantly, WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!!!" the president declared in the post. VANCE ANTI-FRAUD TASK FORCE SUSPENDS 221 CALIFORNIA HOSPICE AND HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS SO FAR Fox News Digital reached out to Hilton's campaign and to Gov. Gavin Newsom's office on Monday. Hilton, a Republican, is running in a crowded jungle primary that includes candidates from both sides of the political aisle.  The top two candidates in the June 2, 2026, primary will advance to the general election. Some of the Democratic candidates seeking the governorship include Biden-era Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becera, Rep. Eric Swalwell, and former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa.  MEDIA PERSONALITY STEVE HILTON ENTERS CALIFORNIA GUBERNATORIAL RACE Trump's full-throated endorsement of Hilton may hurt Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, who is one of the other Republicans running for the role.  Hilton and Bianco had been the top two contenders in some public opinion polls, giving Republicans hope that no Democrat would finish in the primary's top two positions. That scenario may be less likely now, as Hilton's support is likely to rise and Bianco's drop in light of the president's endorsement.  "Trump kills any GOP hopes of an R vs R runoff in the California governor's race," Rob Pyers of California Target Book wrote in a post on X regarding the president's endorsement of Hilton.  "Trump's endorsement of Steve Hilton likely frees up tens of millions of dollars for Democratic groups who would have otherwise had to spend heavily to elevate one of the two leading GOP gubernatorial candidates to avoid a Democratic lockout," Pyers wrote in another post. BIANCO SAYS ‘DEMOCRAT POLICY IS INDEFENSIBLE’ AS GOP CANDIDATES TOP CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR POLLING Hilton became a U.S. citizen in 2021, and renounced his UK citizenship in 2025, he noted during an interview with GB News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d38dad3fb569bd90851f7d Ayanna Pressley ripped for calling evictions an 'act of violence' te 2026-04-06T10:40:45.533Z Ayanna Pressley ripped for calling evictions an 'act of violence' A House Democrat is facing backlash for comparing evictions to violence, despite appearing to benefit from rental income tied to her husband’s growing real estate portfolio. "Eviction is an act of violence," Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., said in a video posted to social media Thursday. "And we have to do everything to prevent it." "It degrades the health of communities. There is great stigma associated with it," she continued. "Housing is a human right." Pressley, a progressive lawmaker and member of "the Squad," has long advocated for rent cancellation legislation and pushed for an eviction moratorium during the COVID-19 pandemic. She introduced legislation Wednesday that would prevent evictions from being factored into credit reporting and fund legal assistance for those at risk of eviction. SQUAD MEMBER BRANDS ICE 'RACIST' AND 'ROGUE' IN CALL TO ABOLISH AGENCY Her sales pitch is falling flat with supporters of free markets and conservatives.  "Great. When can I move into your house for free?" journalist Brad Polumbo wrote in response to Pressley’s statement. "The only violence in this statement is what Ayanna Pressley is doing to the meaning of words and the English language," conservative commentator Steve Guest added.  A spokesperson for Pressley emphasized the congresswoman's perspective on evictions in a statement to Fox News Digital. "Evictions are destabilizing life events with devastating consequences for the physical, financial, and mental wellbeing of those being evicted, who are disproportionately women and families with young children," the spokesperson said. Pressley, a four-term lawmaker, has previously faced charges of hypocrisy for pushing rent-relief policies while appearing to profit from her husband's status as a landlord. GET OFF MY LAWN! 5 TIMES SQUATTERS TOOK ADVANTAGE OF UNWITTING HOMEOWNERS IN 2024 According to Pressley’s 2024 financial disclosure, Pressley and her husband reported up to $8 million in combined assets derived from four Massachusetts rental properties. Pressley’s spouse earned up to $350,000 in rental income and a property sale, according to the congresswoman’s 2024 financial disclosure form.  The rentals include a house on Martha’s Vineyard worth more than $1 million. The couple sold a one-bedroom condo in Fort Lauderdale in 2024 valued at under $500,000. The Massachusetts Democrat also raised eyebrows in February for comparing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to members of the Ku Klux Klan. "In the same way that the KKK cannot be reformed, another — you know, masked militia group — I do not believe that ICE can be reformed and that this has anything to do with training and protocols," Pressley said in an interview. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d38b513fb569bd90851f30 AI needs more power: Offices could be the answer te 2026-04-06T10:30:41.607Z AI needs more power: Offices could be the answer If your office cranks up the AC on a hot afternoon, you are part of a much bigger story. Energy demand is climbing fast. Data centers and AI systems are using more electricity than ever. At the same time, extreme weather is putting added stress on the grid. That pressure has utilities looking for relief in an unexpected place. Not a new plant. Not a massive battery installation. Instead, they are turning to buildings that already exist. A Seattle startup called Edo is betting your office can help keep the lights on. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Get my best tech tips, urgent security alerts, and exclusive deals delivered straight to your inbox. For simple, real-world ways to spot scams early and stay protected, visit CyberGuy.com -  trusted by millions who watch CyberGuy on TV daily. Plus, you’ll get instant access to my Ultimate Scam Survival Guide free when you join.  A BASIC MONTHLY BILL AMERICANS CAN’T DODGE IS BECOMING A MIDTERM FLASH POINT   A virtual power plant, often called a VPP, connects many buildings and devices so they can act like one coordinated energy resource. Instead of generating new electricity, these systems adjust when and how energy gets used. Here is the idea in plain terms. When demand spikes, a building can temporarily reduce non-essential power use. That might mean cooling a space earlier in the day or delaying equipment that does not need to run right away. Across thousands of buildings, those small shifts add up quickly. Edo focuses on commercial buildings, which make up a large share of U.S. electricity use. The company installs technology that connects to existing building systems like HVAC, batteries, solar and EV charging. It links these systems through standard communication protocols and manages them from a central platform. That allows everything to work together instead of operating in silos. Edo then maps out where energy is being used and when. From there, building operators get a clearer picture of what can be adjusted without disrupting daily operations. For example: These changes happen with coordination, not guesswork. Utilities can then tap into that flexibility when demand spikes. NY HOUSE GOP LAUNCHES PRESSURE CAMPAIGN ON HOCHUL TO SCRAP CLIMATE LAW OVER SOARING ENERGY COSTS   This approach solves a real problem. When demand surges, utilities usually face tough choices. They can build new power plants, install large-scale batteries or reduce power through blackouts. All of those options come with high costs or major disruptions. Virtual power plants offer another path. They reduce strain on the grid without building new infrastructure. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, VPPs could provide up to 160 gigawatts of flexible capacity by 2030 if adoption ramps up. Virtual power plants have been around for years, mostly in residential settings. Companies like Tesla, Sunrun and EnergyHub already connect home batteries and smart devices. At the same time, firms like Voltus and CPower Energy focus on large industrial users. Commercial buildings, however, have been largely overlooked. That is where Edo sees opportunity. AI is not just a software story. It is an energy story. Massive data centers require huge amounts of electricity. As more companies adopt AI tools, demand will continue to rise. That makes flexible energy strategies more important than ever. Instead of racing to build new plants, utilities are rethinking how existing power gets used. Virtual power plants are becoming part of that solution. Take my quiz: How safe is your online security? Think your devices and data are truly protected? Take this quick quiz to see where your digital habits stand. From passwords to Wi-Fi settings, you’ll get a personalized breakdown of what you’re doing right and what needs improvement. Take my Quiz here: Cyberguy.com    OIL CEO URGES NEWSOM TO DO THE 'MATH' AS CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR VOWS TO STOP OFFSHORE DRILLING   Office buildings are already being used to support the grid. Companies like Edo are working with thousands of properties to adjust energy use in real time when demand spikes. What makes this shift important is how quickly it can scale. Instead of waiting years for new infrastructure, utilities can tap into systems that already exist. As AI demand grows and energy pressure builds, that flexibility could become one of the most practical tools available. As AI drives up electricity demand, who should take the lead in keeping the grid stable: utilities or the companies using the most power? Let us know by writing to us at Cyberguy.com Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Get my best tech tips, urgent security alerts, and exclusive deals delivered straight to your inbox. For simple, real-world ways to spot scams early and stay protected, visit CyberGuy.com -  trusted by millions who watch CyberGuy on TV daily. Plus, you’ll get instant access to my Ultimate Scam Survival Guide free when you join. Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com.  All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d389343fb569bd90851ee4 Angels’ Mike Trout calls out Mariners' risky strategy after getting hit by pitch te 2026-04-06T10:21:40.585Z Angels’ Mike Trout calls out Mariners' risky strategy after getting hit by pitch Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout was hit by a pitch in Sunday’s game against the Seattle Mariners and was forced to leave, sparking fears from fans that he will have to miss time. Fortunately, for Trout and Angels fans, Los Angeles manager Kurt Suzuki said after the game that X-Rays were negative and he was going to be day-to-day. Trout said he was worried there was damage because of how swollen his wrist got, but added he was "relieved" it was not broken. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Trout did express some frustration with Mariners pitcher Casey Legumina. Legumina threw the 94 mph fastball that hit Trout. The 11-time All-Star and three-time MVP was also hit by a pitch in Friday’s game from Bryan Woo’s sinker. Trout said the Mariners pitchers need to locate the zone better if they were going to continue to throw inside. "We know where they're trying to get me out, fastballs up and in, so it's just frustrating," Trout said, via MLB.com. "You know, if you can't control it up there, you shouldn't do it. So it is what it is." MIKE TROUT GIVES THE $35 MILLION REASON WHY HE WILL NOT PLAY FOR TEAM USA IN WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC Suzuki brushed off any notion there were bubbling tensions between the two clubs. "Balls slip," the first-year manager said. "It's baseball. Like I said the other night, it's part of the game. Obviously, you don't want him to get hit. Or see Mike get hurt. But at the same time, you understand, I was a catcher, that they’re trying to get guys out." The Angels won the game, 8-7, in 11 innings. Since 2021, Trout has been a bit of a mainstay on the injured list. He’s only played more than 100 games twice since then and only at least 130 games once – last season. Through 10 games this year, Trout is batting .212 with two home runs and three RBI. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d386c13fb569bd90851e7c King Charles sparks backlash from UK Christians by not delivering an Easter message this year te 2026-04-06T10:11:13.663Z King Charles sparks backlash from UK Christians by not delivering an Easter message this year UK Christians are shocked by King Charles opting to not give an Easter message, according to experts. Buckingham Palace previously confirmed that Charles would not be giving an Easter message. The palace told GB News that an Easter message from the monarch is not an annual statement, like the Christmas message. It is expected that Charles's silence would upset some Christians as he wished Islamic practicing people a "blessed and happy Ramadan" on social media in February. "This came as a shock to most UK Christians here in the United Kingdom… we expect a message from the Monarch," Neil Sean, a royal commentator, told Fox News Digital. FORMER PRINCE ANDREW’S DAUGHTERS WON’T ATTEND EASTER SERVICE AS ‘YORK BRAND’ DEEMED ‘TOXIC’: EXPERT He added, "It’s not clear why he’s decided to not offer a message up, which is why the British people are angry… but more so when he made video contributions filmed inside Royal palaces for Eid and Ramadan." Sean noted that Charles is being accused in the United Kingdom as being a "secret Muslim." The Royal Family Instagram, however, did share a message in honor of Easter Sunday. An image of a cross with "Happy Easter. He is risen!" was posted to the Royal Family Instagram page. The caption said: "Wishing you a joyous Easter Sunday to Christians celebrating in the Uk, the Commonwealth and around the world today." Ian Pelham Turner, a royals expert, echoed Sean's sentiments and explained that this was an easy way for Charles to start another scandal overseas. "How do you turn a Royal drama into a crisis? Simply do not follow decades of tradition and decide not to write an Easter message even though King Charles is head of the Church and swore an oath at his Coronation to uphold the faith," Turner said. KING CHARLES TO ADDRESS 'INCREASING PRESSURES OF CONFLICT' IN SPEECH AS TRUMP CRITICIZES BRITISH PM ON IRAN "At a time when there are tensions in the country over the further evolution of Islam and the beliefs many believe that Charles is a closet Muslim add on to the fact that the newly ordained Archbishop of Canterbury is the first woman in centuries and this will cause controversy for her to deal with it just leaves William no doubt to fulfill a plan already orchestrated to fill the gap," he continued. Richard Fitzwilliams, a royal expert, told Fox News Digital that there has never been a royal tradition to put out an Easter message. "Queen Elizabeth only gave one Easter message, during the Covid pandemic, which has justly become famous, as it was so beautifully crafted," he said. "The King did give an Easter message last year and a Royal Maundy message in 2024." Fitzwilliams's said that Charles's decision to not give a message is not unusual, however, he believes skipping out on delivering an Easter message is "a mistake." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "The King did give a special message to celebrate Ramadan this year. It would therefore surely have been appropriate to have delivered one for Easter, as the controversy over this is one which could and should have been avoided," he noted. "The King's contribution to inter-religious understanding over the years has been considerable, but the absence of a message celebrating the very special significance of this weekend, when one was delivered which celebrated Ramadan earlier in the year, is surely a mistake." Helena Chard, royal broadcaster and photographer, told Fox News Digital that this is just another royal crisis for the monarchy. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "King Charles began releasing Easter messages when he was a Prince. An Easter message has never been set in stone like the yearly Christmas message. He continues a centuries old Royal tradition, the yearly Royal Maundy tradition where the monarch hands out Maundy Money to recognise those that who have given outstanding service to their communities," Chard said. She explained that this year's Easter tradition was handled differently. "This year the Easter tradition was carried out in Asaphs Cathederal in Wales. 77 men and 77 women were given specially minted silver coins symbolising humility, charity and the Monarchs duty to serve others," Chard said. Chard said that people are sharing too "many grumbles" with Charles not delivering an Easter message. "I’m surprised there hasn’t been more backlash with Dame Sarah Mullally making history as the first female Archbishop of Canterbury in the Church of England’s 1,400-year history! People are sharing far too many grumbles and conspiracy theories… Love is the way forward," she concluded. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d386ae3fb569bd90851e73 Construction crew unearths surprising 300-year-old cannon while digging in historic city te 2026-04-06T10:10:54.208Z Construction crew unearths surprising 300-year-old cannon while digging in historic city Construction workers in the United Kingdom recently unearthed a 300-year-old cannon during a routine day on the job. The find was made during work in Kingston upon Hull, a city in East Yorkshire, according to an announcement earlier this year from the Hull City Council. After the cannon was found, archaeologists from Humber Field Archaeology, a unit of Hull City Council, examined it.  WORLD'S LARGEST MEDIEVAL CARGO SHIP EMERGES FROM ITS UNDERWATER GRAVE OFF ONE COUNTRY'S COAST The cast-iron cannon likely dates to the late 17th century or early 18th century.  The artifact measures nearly nine feet long and weighs over a ton, officials said. "Initial observations indicate the cannon had been decommissioned, with the nozzle deliberately capped," the announcement said.  "Archaeologists believe it was likely repurposed as a mooring post, a common practice in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, before being pushed into the dock area prior to it being infilled in the 1930s," the council noted. Pictures show the iron cannon heavily encrusted with dirt and corrosion after being unearthed at the site. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ The discovery was "very unexpected," said Peter Connelly, archaeology manager for Humber Field Archaeology. Connelly told Fox News Digital the contractors "certainly weren’t expecting a cannon to turn up" — and didn't even realize it was a cannon at first. "The archaeologists weren't expecting it because they knew that the deposit being dug into was dock backfill," he said. He observed, "This discovery just goes to show that people will deposit anything in a conveniently large hole in the ground when it is being backfilled." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER While such finds are not unheard of, Connelly described the find as "definitely very rare." Hull archaeologists previously found a Henry VIII-era cannon in the late 1990s, as well as a fragment of a cannon from just before the English Civil War. "This new cannon discovery is only the third of its kind in 30 years," said Connelly. Archaeologists were instead expecting typical 20th-century "domestic refuse," he added, as well as the "occasional accidental loss." CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES "For example, a complete late 19th century glass decanter was recovered from the dock backfill — somebody was probably quite upset when they lost this," Connelly recalled. The archaeologist said the cannon showed clear signs of being deliberately decommissioned before being reused. "After the dock fell out of use, and as it was being backfilled and converted to a garden, this mooring post no longer had a function and the cannon was tipped with the backfill," he said. Researchers will analyze the cannon to see whether it was made in Hull, as the city had its own cannon makers in the late 18th century. "Further work is still to be carried out on the cannon to focus on when exactly it was cast, where it was made and hopefully find out who made it," Connelly said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d37f993fb569bd90851d44 GOP races to pass ICE, Border Patrol funding bill as priorities pile up, divisions emerge te 2026-04-06T09:40:41.554Z GOP races to pass ICE, Border Patrol funding bill as priorities pile up, divisions emerge A party-line tactic to ram legislation through Congress and bypass the Senate filibuster has become a dumping ground for Republicans’ legislative priorities throughout the year. Now, as Democrats refuse to fund immigration operations, Republicans are once again readying a budget reconciliation package. The hard part will be getting enough of the GOP on the same page to craft a bill that can pass and survive the strict rules underpinning the process. Republicans used the same process to pass President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill" last year. It’s a time-consuming, labor-intensive legislative maneuver that nearly blew up and could fail unless both the Senate and House align on what exactly they want to include. SENATE PASSES BILL TO FUND MOST OF DHS AFTER HOUSE GOP CAVES Trump officially backed using reconciliation again this week as a way to skirt Democrats’ refusal to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP), as Congress inches closer to ending the ongoing Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown. Trump demanded that Republicans get the bill on his desk by June 1. "We are going to work as fast and as focused as possible to replenish funding for our Border and ICE agents, and the Radical Left Democrats won’t be able to stop us," Trump said on Truth Social. Still, Republicans have viewed reconciliation as a vehicle to tackle fraud, affordability, Trump’s tariff authorities, additional tax provisions, healthcare, funding for the Iran war, supplemental agriculture spending, and election integrity measures in the months since passing the "big, beautiful bill." DHS SHUTDOWN BREAKTHROUGH COMES AT COST FOR REPUBLICANS AS FUNDING FIGHTS NEARS END Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., has warned that if reconciliation is going to work — especially given the limited timeframe lawmakers have to start and finish the process — Republicans need to "keep our expectations realistic." "Our theory of the case behind all this was to keep that thing as narrow and focused as possible, and that maximizes the speed at which we can do it and the support for it," Thune said. "There will probably be some attempts to add things," he continued. "There are things out there that, obviously, many of us are interested in. But on a reconciliation vehicle like this — which we need to move with haste, as the president has pointed out — it’s probably not a likely magnet for all these other issues." Senate Budget Committee Chair Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., told voters at an event this week in South Carolina that he is eyeing two new reconciliation packages, which could ease concerns about cramming all the GOP’s priorities into one massive bill. GOP RAILS AGAINST 'S--- SANDWICH' DEAL AS ALL EYES TURN TO HOUSE TO END DHS SHUTDOWN "We want to do it quick — ICE, Border Patrol — fund it as much as you can, multi-year," Graham said. "Then there’s another one coming. I just made news. There’s another one coming in the fall, and that’s going to be about going after fraud." House Republicans spent their recent policy retreat earlier this year pushing a so-called "reconciliation 2.0," gearing up to load the package with several provisions that could drain time and struggle to earn support in the Senate — where strict guidelines could kill proposals entirely if they don’t comply with the rules. The Republican Study Committee (RSC), which has long called for a second reconciliation bill, also wants to add proposals addressing affordability concerns. "We support pursuing funding for military readiness and Homeland Security through this legislative process, while simultaneously codifying the president’s agenda to deliver lower costs for working families," the RSC Steering Committee said in a statement to Fox News Digital. Some Republicans are also pushing to include the latest policy fight: the Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. The voter ID and citizenship verification legislation has no chance of passing the Senate given unified Democratic opposition. It’s also unlikely to survive the Senate’s reconciliation rules, which allow only provisions that directly impact spending. "I think we have to set our sights a little bit lower on this reconciliation bill," Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kan., told Fox News Digital. "It’s got to be targeted to fund ICE for 10 years — I think that’s the number one thing for us. If we can nibble at the edges of the SAVE Act, that would be great, but the parliamentarian is not going to let us do the SAVE Act. That’s just an impossibility." Some of the loudest proponents of the bill in the House GOP acknowledge that adding the SAVE Act to reconciliation would be a challenge — largely because they would prefer to keep the bill intact and push it through the Senate. "Look, it’s time for them to do a walk-and-talk and filibuster, and let’s make this thing happen," Rep. Ralph Norman, R-S.C., said. "The American people are watching — piecing it together just to try to get a piece." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d37d983fb569bd90851d12 Best Bets: Monday, April 6, 2026 te 2026-04-06T09:32:08.259Z Best Bets: Monday, April 6, 2026 Coming Up Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d37d843fb569bd90851c94 Davis Dam releases for April 6 te 2026-04-06T09:31:48.458Z Davis Dam releases for April 6 Tuesday Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d37d703fb569bd90851bb3 Gas prices April 6 te 2026-04-06T09:31:28.310Z Gas prices April 6 Arizona average: $4.70 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d37d5c3fb569bd90851aed Gary Hanson: The Purge that Redefined Justice te 2026-04-06T09:31:08.024Z Gary Hanson: The Purge that Redefined Justice Editor: It didn't come as a leak, memo, or a quiet Friday night announcement. It came as a boast standing on stage at CPAC, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche told the crowd that not a single DOJ or FBI employee… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d37d483fb569bd90851a27 Our View: Stop the back-and-forth on national monuments and let Congress draw the lines te 2026-04-06T09:30:48.048Z Our View: Stop the back-and-forth on national monuments and let Congress draw the lines A federal appeals court just shut down a challenge to the Baaj Nwaavjo I'tah Kukveni Ancestral Footprints of the Grand Canyon National Monument. The judges did not rule on whether the monument is too large or well drawn. They said… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d37b273fb569bd9085191a Brian Davia: Motives questioned te 2026-04-06T09:21:43.900Z Brian Davia: Motives questioned Editor: Why give a made-up award to a man who just might have the TSA get paid after the longest government shutdown in history? If America was first he would have made sure the TSA always gets paid so us… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d37b133fb569bd90851911 Steven Roberts: Trump's campaign of corruption te 2026-04-06T09:21:23.912Z Steven Roberts: Trump's campaign of corruption Donald Trump frequently floats falsehoods that flout reality. No, the 2020 election was not stolen. No, prices have not gone down. But when he discusses the midterm elections this fall, he can often turn truthful. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d37aff3fb569bd90851908 Deborah Porter: Not putting America first te 2026-04-06T09:21:03.927Z Deborah Porter: Not putting America first Editor: Trump promised to remove the US from “endless wars.” In his second term, the US has overthrown President Maduro in Venezuela; threatened to “take by force” Greenland; bombed Iran; and threatens to take over Cuba, which is suffering a… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d379383fb569bd90851891 NEWT GINGRICH: What Trump can teach us about energy and America’s future te 2026-04-06T09:13:28.272Z NEWT GINGRICH: What Trump can teach us about energy and America’s future As conflict in the Middle East raises fears of new shocks to global oil markets, one lesson should already be clear: the United States needs as much reliable energy production as it can get. Artificial intelligence, massive data centers, advanced manufacturing and the electrification of industry are driving electricity demand sharply upward. According to analysis from Cleanview, nearly 680 data centers are currently planned in the United States, requiring electricity equivalent to roughly 186 large nuclear reactors. The nation that can generate abundant electricity at reasonable cost will have a decisive advantage in the technological competition with China, which is rapidly expanding its own energy infrastructure. President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans are beginning to align America’s energy policy with this strategic reality. They are restoring a simple principle that Washington had largely forgotten: Energy demand should dictate energy policy. In recent years, driven by climate ideology, federal policy moved in the opposite direction. The Biden administration tried to engineer the nation’s energy system through mandates, regulations and subsidies favoring specific technologies, rather than asking how much electricity the country would need and how best to produce it. WHAT TRUMP'S RATEPAYER PROTECTION PLEDGE MEANS FOR YOU The results were predictable. Electricity costs rose, permitting slowed and concerns about grid reliability grew. At precisely the moment the United States needed to expand energy production, federal policy made it harder to build new power generation. In a world where geopolitical shocks — from Iran to Russia — can disrupt energy markets overnight, limiting domestic supply is a strategic mistake. We are now reversing this approach by focusing on the conditions that allow every reliable domestic energy source to expand. The Trump administration has moved aggressively to expand domestic oil and natural gas production and directed agencies to prioritize permitting for power infrastructure and streamline environmental reviews. Trump also instructed the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Department of Energy to accelerate licensing and demonstration projects for next-generation nuclear reactors, particularly small modular nuclear reactors — factory-built units designed to be deployed faster and at lower cost than traditional reactors. TRUMP DIRECTS MILITARY TO STRIKE NEW DEALS WITH COAL-FIRED POWER PLANTS: ‘GOING TO BE BUYING A LOT OF COAL’ The most significant policy shift, however, may come from the Working Families Tax Cut Act, which Republicans in Congress passed, and the president signed on July 4. Rather than creating new subsidies for specific power sources, the law improves the tax treatment of capital investment across the economy. By restoring 100% bonus depreciation, companies can deduct the full cost of major investments immediately. This dramatically improves the economics of building new facilities — factories and industrial plants and the power generation and grid infrastructure needed to support them. Companies building large data centers can more easily justify investing in the electricity generation needed for their operations. Several major developers recently joined Trump at the White House to pledge they would cover the cost of the electricity needed for their facilities so local communities would not bear the burden of rising demand. The same policies encourage companies to build manufacturing capacity, including facilities that produce components for energy systems. That matters because the United States has become heavily dependent on foreign supply chains, particularly Chinese manufacturing, for many energy technologies. A tax environment that rewards domestic production is one of the most effective ways to reverse this dependence. TRUMP TROUNCES BIDEN ENERGY RECORDS IN JUST MONTHS AS ADMIN CELEBRATES 1 YEAR OF 'HISTORIC GAINS': DATA Expanding domestic energy production also strengthens national security. America’s abundant natural gas resources already provide a reliable foundation for affordable electricity, and growth in nuclear and domestic solar manufacturing can further reduce the nation’s vulnerability to foreign disruption. Critics argue the Working Families Tax Cut Act is hostile to renewable energy because it rolls back many mandates and subsidies created by the Biden administration’s Inflation Reduction Act. But this misreads the policy change. The law simply shifts to a source-neutral approach that depoliticizes energy generation. We should let the market decide the best path for powering our future — not give preferential treatment to some sources over others.  This means supporting traditional power sources, nuclear energy, wind generation, hydroelectric dams, solar power, and battery storage technology — all of the above. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION In fact, renewable energy is well positioned to grow in this environment. The Energy Information Administration projects that most new generation coming online soon will be solar installations — a reflection of deployment speed and construction costs rather than political mandates. When electricity demand rises quickly, developers naturally gravitate toward technologies that can be deployed fastest while larger projects move forward. The stakes could not be higher. Leadership in artificial intelligence will depend on software and semiconductors — and enormous amounts of electricity. China understands this and is building energy infrastructure at a staggering pace. The United States must respond with the same urgency but with a better model. Instead of dictating the nation’s energy mix from Washington, policymakers should focus on encouraging investment, expanding supply and protecting consumers from rising electricity costs. The emerging approach under President Trump and congressional Republicans moves in that direction by allowing something far more reliable than ideology to guide the system: demand for electricity itself. In an era defined by rising electricity demand and volatile global energy markets, the most effective energy policy is the simplest one. Let demand lead — and let American innovation deliver the supply. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM NEWT GINGRICH Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d379243fb569bd90851888 Fetterman says 'moral clarity' drives his widening break with the Democratic Party te 2026-04-06T09:13:08.594Z Fetterman says 'moral clarity' drives his widening break with the Democratic Party Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., said that "moral clarity," and not party politics, is his guiding principle, Saturday, as he described a widening break with Democratic colleagues over his support for Israel and opposition to the ongoing government shutdown. "There's been a fracturing between me and my party... primarily it's been Israel," Fetterman said on "Life, Liberty & Levin," noting that he was one of the few Democrats to support Operation Epic Fury, the joint U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran. "That might isolate me politically, but I've had no regrets because I've always felt that's the moral clarity, and I never checked, you know, whatever politics are behind it," he said. Fetterman criticized Democrats who campaigned with streamer Hasan Piker, a far-left internet personality who has taken heat for his controversial statements. In one of Piker's more widely criticized moments, he said during a stream in 2019 that "America deserved 9/11," later admitting in an interview that those comments were "inappropriate." He has also called religious Jews "inbred," defended Hamas as being "a thousand times better" than Israel, mocked discussions of antisemitism on college campuses and said it "doesn't matter" if rapes occurred during Hamas' Oct. 7 massacre in Israel. "Democrats have to decide, whose side are you in? Are you proud to stand with that kinds of an individual or stand with Israel?" Fetterman asked. "I may have lost the socialist vote and the pro-Iran vote in my party, but that's part of my party that's growing, unfortunately." FETTERMAN TELLS FAR-LEFT PROSECUTOR TO 'LIGHTEN UP' AFTER THREATENING TO ARREST ICE AGENTS OVER RAIDS Fetterman also broke from some of his colleagues on the government shutdown, taking a firm stance against it because of the harm to federal employees. "That used to be the Democratic Party position, 'We'd never, ever shut our government down. That's the wrong thing. You're going to hurt workers, you're going to hurt America.'" "What was deeply offensive to me was [Democrats] knew it would have no direct or indirect impact on ICE," he said. Democrats' demands for ICE reforms and Republicans' refusal to acquiesce have been main drivers of the ongoing government shutdown as Congress has failed to approve funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). FETTERMAN CONDEMNS DEMOCRATS FOR REFUSING TO PUT 'COUNTRY OVER PARTY' ON IRAN STRIKES The Pennsylvania Democrat argued TSA agents already had a difficult job, and now they've gone without pay for more than 40 days. "That should be the kind of people we're fighting for," Fetterman said. "And we betrayed them for the wrong reasons." "We have a responsibility as senators to keep our government open, and we find a way forward without punishing all these innocent workers and making our nation less safe." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d379103fb569bd9085187f Iran war nears ‘completion’ as Trump eyes deadline — what the endgame could look like te 2026-04-06T09:12:48.835Z Iran war nears ‘completion’ as Trump eyes deadline — what the endgame could look like President Donald Trump says the war with Iran is "nearing completion," but a looming deadline could determine whether the conflict is actually ending — or about to escalate. "We are going to finish the job, and we’re going to finish it very fast. We’re getting very close," Trump said Wednesday night, adding that U.S. forces will "hit them extremely hard over the next two to three weeks" and "bring them back to the Stone Ages, where they belong." As the war enters what analysts describe as its final phase, the administration is signaling a shift from broad military gains to a narrower endgame — raising questions about what "finishing the job" actually means militarily and politically. Trump gave Iran until Tuesday to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, warning that failure to comply could trigger sweeping strikes on the country’s energy infrastructure. TRUMP PAUSES IRAN ENERGY PLANT STRIKES FOR 10 DAYS AS TALKS ‘GOING VERY WELL’ "If no deal is made … we are going to hit each and every one of their electric-generating plants, very hard and probably simultaneously," he said. "With a little more time, we can easily OPEN THE HORMUZ STRAIT, TAKE THE OIL, & MAKE A FORTUNE. IT WOULD BE A "GUSHER" FOR THE WORLD???" he said on Truth Social Friday.  The U.S. already has begun expanding its target set to include major infrastructure. This week, American strikes hit one of Iran’s largest bridges — a critical transportation artery — signaling that mixed-use infrastructure supporting military logistics is now firmly on the table. "The biggest bridge in Iran comes tumbling down, never to be used again — Much more to follow!" Trump wrote on Truth Social. "IT IS TIME FOR IRAN TO MAKE A DEAL BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE." That raises a central question heading into the final weeks: what, exactly, would "finishing the job" look like? Military analysts say it is unlikely to be a single decisive strike. Instead, the endgame may unfold as a series of escalating options — from intensified attacks on Iran’s remaining missile and drone network, to broader strikes on infrastructure designed to force the regime into a deal, or a longer-term strategy of containing Iran’s capabilities from above. "We will continue to see very aggressive attrition of offensive and defensive targets, as well as infrastructure targets," said RP Newman, a retired Marine ground combat veteran and counterterrorism consultant. Some critics doubted that Trump has a clear exit strategy.  Trump's public address Wednesday "was a summary, somewhat in chronological order, of things he’s already said on social media for the last month — and that, in and of itself, reveals that he doesn’t have a plan," said Trita Parsi, a geopolitical analyst with the Quincy Institute, on X. "I think he wants to get out of this war. I just don’t think he knows how." Rather than winding down, Newman said, the U.S. may still be expanding its options. "That gives the President more options and it gives the enemy an additional problem set to ponder." He also cautioned that Iran retains significant capability despite weeks of strikes. "Iran likely has more missiles and drones remaining in their inventory than some people in organizations think or are claiming," Newman said. Recent U.S. intelligence assessments cited by CNN suggest that roughly half of Iran’s missile launchers remain intact and thousands of drones are still in its arsenal. Behnam Taleblu, a senior fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, said the likely objective now is to "degrade and defang the regime of its long-range strike capabilities and prevent it from being able to pose a threat abroad." That effort, he said, would focus not just on weapons, but on the systems that sustain them. "The regime’s bases that house these missiles and drones need to be targeted and collapsed … as well as the domestic supply chain and defense industrial base that supports these projectiles," Taleblu said. At the same time, the administration appears to be signaling limits to how far it will go. Trump has suggested the U.S. may rely on continuous surveillance of Iran’s nuclear sites rather than launching new strikes or sending in ground forces to seize enriched uranium — a strategy Taleblu described as "watching them like a hawk." WHY TRUMP’S WAR SPEECH FAILED: DECLARING VICTORY BUT STILL BOMBING IRAN BACK TO THE ‘STONE AGES’ The influx of thousands of new troops from Marine Expeditionary Units and the 82nd Airborne Division in recent weeks has fueled speculation that the U.S. may be eyeing a ground operation to seize Kharg Island or recover Iran’s nuclear stockpile — estimated at more than 400 kilograms of highly enriched uranium — believed to be entombed deep within the Isfahan tunnel complex since the U.S. first collapsed its entrances in June 2025. That approach could allow Washington to step back militarily while maintaining pressure, but it risks leaving key elements of Iran’s nuclear program intact. "Keeping this material relatively accessible for the regime will mean that this will be a problem that the U.S. will be coming back to," Taleblu said. Trump also has signaled that, even as the U.S. pressures Iran to reopen the Strait in the short term, it may not pay a role in securing global energy flows, shifting more responsibility to allies. "To those countries that can’t get fuel… go to the Strait and just take it. Protect it. Use it for yourselves," he said. Still, whether the war can truly be "finished" within Trump’s timeline remains uncertain. Iran is believed to retain portions of its missile and drone arsenal, and analysts warn that even a degraded regime could continue to pose a threat — particularly if key capabilities survive the current campaign. What happens next may depend on whether the pressure applied in the coming days — especially ahead of the April 6 deadline — is enough to force an outcome. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d378fd3fb569bd90851876 I lost my daughter to sanctuary policies. My senators are too cowardly to talk to me te 2026-04-06T09:12:29.124Z I lost my daughter to sanctuary policies. My senators are too cowardly to talk to me My family and I are lifelong Illinoisans. We are now living each day with the consequences of what I believe are misguided sanctuary city and state policies in our state. Our top government leaders—Democratic Sens. Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth, along with Democratic Gov. JB Pritzker—have supported these policies, often without what many would consider meaningful guardrails. Too often there has been no direct engagement from any of these leaders or acknowledgment of the victims who live with the real-world consequences of sanctuary polices. My daughter Katie was killed at age 20 on January 19, 2025, in an incident that should never have happened. She and four of her friends were stopped at a red light in Urbana when they were rear-ended at nearly 80 miles per hour. The driver—previously deported, driving drunk, operating under an alias, and with a record that raised serious concerns—was able to remain in the country and on the road. The impact was so severe that first responders had to pry Katie and the other girls from the wreckage. Katie was killed at the scene. Another young woman died in the hospital the next day. The three others in the car suffered serious injuries. What should have been an ordinary moment at a traffic light became an irreversible tragedy. ANGEL FATHER SLAMS PRITZKER'S SANCTUARY POLICIES, SAYING THEY LEAD TO 'PREVENTABLE' DEATHS That is the reality behind what are often abstract policy debates, including those surrounding sanctuary city and state policies. At the end of March, I encountered that disconnect firsthand. On March 25, 2026, I traveled to Washington, D.C. to testify before the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution. Sen. Durbin—one of Illinois’ senators—was part of that broader committee process. Yet it was my other senator, Tammy Duckworth, whom I encountered outside the hearing rooms at the U.S. Capitol. I introduced myself and explained why I was there. I told her about my daughter—an innocent victim in a case that raises serious questions about sanctuary city and state policies she has supported. MY DAUGHTER WAS KILLED, AND I WARNED SANCTUARY CITY POLICIES WOULD COST LIVES AGAIN Her response surprised me. She told me that she was unaware of Katie’s story. Unaware. Fourteen months after her death, a United States senator, who represents me in Congress, was still unfamiliar with an incident that profoundly affected one of her constituents. I chose not to explain my situation further at that moment—not out of disrespect, but out of principle. CHICAGO KILLING REIGNITES SANCTUARY CITY FIGHT AS ANGEL PARENT HEADS TO SENATE HEARING Elected officials have a responsibility to understand the real-world impact of the policies they support. That responsibility should not fall only on grieving families. I told Sen. Duckworth that if she wanted to better understand my situation, she could take the time to learn about what happened and reach out to me directly. I would be open to that conversation. What followed were calls from the senator’s staff offering condolences, and later a request for my email address so the senator could send a letter. I declined. A form letter, while perhaps well-intentioned, is not the same as direct engagement or a meaningful effort to understand. FATHER OF SLAIN 20-YEAR-OLD KILLED BY ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT ISSUES STARK WARNING AFTER SHERIDAN GORMAN KILLING At this point, I remain open to a genuine conversation with Sen. Duckworth, though experience makes it difficult to predict if that will ever happen. Unfortunately, this was not an isolated experience. For more than 14 months, Sen. Durbin has not publicly acknowledged Katie’s story—no statement, no outreach, no recognition. DEM SENATORS DODGE CRUCIAL QUESTION ON ILLEGAL ALIEN ACCUSED OF KILLING CHICAGO COLLEGE STUDENT That silence continued even when I sat just feet away from him during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing for over two hours last month. During that time, Katie was not mentioned or explained by him —even as other senators took a moment to recognize her life. That absence is difficult to understand. For years, Illinois officials have supported sanctuary city and state policies with an avowed emphasis on compassion and protection. Those goals matter. But what is often missing from the discussion is a full accounting of the risks and unintended consequences those policies may carry. CHICAGO MAYOR DOUBLES DOWN ON ILLEGAL ALIEN 'ASSAULT' COMMENT AFTER SHERIDAN GORMAN'S DEATH And now, we are seeing another heartbreaking loss. The tragic killing of 18-year-old Loyola University freshman Sheridan Gorman in Chicago last month is another life taken too soon—another family facing unimaginable grief. I take no satisfaction in drawing connections, but it reinforces a concern I have raised before: when the consequences of sanctuary city and state policies are not fully acknowledged or examined, there is a risk that preventable tragedies may continue. What is most difficult is not simply disagreement over policy, it is the feeling that the human impact of these outcomes is not always fully recognized. CHICAGO’S BRANDON JOHNSON BLASTS 'ASSAULTS AGAINST IMMIGRANTS' AS SLAIN SHERIDAN GORMAN IS LAID TO REST For the families and friends left behind, the loss does not fade with time or headlines. It settles into the quiet moments—the empty seat at the table, the milestones that will never be reached, the conversations that will never happen. Much of that grief is carried silently. sh What makes that burden heavier is not only when acknowledgment is withheld or minimized, but when these tragedies are contextualized in ways that shift focus away from the loss itself. When the lives of those taken are treated as secondary to broader political arguments, or when responsibility is redirected rather than accepted, it deepens the sense of distance between leaders and the people they serve. Too often, those who have advanced or defended these policies are reluctant to fully grapple with their consequences. Instead, there is a tendency to reframe, to point elsewhere, or to emphasize competing narratives—rather than to pause and accept responsibility where it is due. SLAIN COLLEGE STUDENT’S MOTHER VOWS ‘FIGHT FOR JUSTICE’ AFTER ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT CHARGED IN CHICAGO KILLING That is not leadership. It reflects a more cynical form of politics—one that families experience in a deeply personal way. Families who have lost loved ones deserve more. They deserve acknowledgment that is direct and sincere. They deserve leaders who are willing to confront difficult outcomes honestly, even when it is uncomfortable, and to take responsibility for the positions they have advanced. A basic understanding and acknowledgment of lives lost—of families forever changed—should not be difficult. It should not depend on politics. It should be a starting point for reflection and, when necessary, reassessment. FACIAL RECOGNITION HELPED CRACK ALLEGED STUDENT MURDER BY ILLEGAL MIGRANT – NEW BILL COULD BAN IT: RET. COP At the heart of this issue is a broader question about responsibility. Public policy should strive to balance compassion with accountability. It should remain open to evaluation, especially when lives are affected. That is what thoughtful leadership requires. Too often, however, political realities—maintaining coalitions, shaping narratives, and defending existing positions—can make that kind of reflection more difficult. When that happens, the distance between policymakers and the people affected by their decisions can grow. This is not about partisanship. It is about responsibility and responsiveness. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION When policies, including sanctuary city and state policies—have real-world consequences, those outcomes deserve acknowledgment. When patterns raise concerns, they deserve careful consideration. And when lives are lost, they deserve to be recognized with sincerity and care. As my family continues to live with this loss, that distance has never felt more real. The question is whether it will remain—or whether those in positions of authority are willing to close it through genuine engagement, accountability, and reflection. Because ultimately, leadership is not only about the policies one supports, but about the willingness to confront their outcomes with honesty and humanity. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM JOE ABRAHAM Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d378e93fb569bd9085186d Primary pause, political firestorm: High-stakes elections this month take center stage te 2026-04-06T09:12:09.599Z Primary pause, political firestorm: High-stakes elections this month take center stage The ballot box battle for the House majority resumes this week. Special U.S. House contests in Georgia and New Jersey and a Virginia referendum that is the latest face-off between President Donald Trump and Republicans and Democrats in the high-stakes congressional redistricting wars — with the House majority on the line — will all draw national attention this month. Also on tap in April: a state Supreme Court election in battleground Wisconsin. The consequential elections come as the 2026 primary calendar, which kicked off in March, takes a break this month before returning with a vengeance in May. TRUMP-BACKED FULLER ADVANCES IN RACE TO FILL MTG'S CONGRESSIONAL SEAT Here's a closer look at the four ballot box showdowns. Trump-backed Republican House candidate Clay Fuller faces off with Democratic candidate Shawn Harris to fill a vacant congressional district in solidly red northwest Georgia that was once held by MAGA firebrand Marjorie Taylor Greene. Harris, a retired brigadier general and cattle farmer, and Fuller, a local prosecutor and Air National Guard member, were the top two finishers in a field of 17 candidates, including 12 Republicans, in the early March special election. With no candidate topping 50%, Harris and Fuller advanced to a runoff. SPECIAL ELECTION TO FILL MARJORIE TAYLOR GREENE'S OLD SEAT IN CONGRESS HEADS INTO OVERTIME The special election comes as Republicans cling to a razor-thin 218–214 majority in the House. That means the GOP cannot afford any surprises or allow Democrats to pull an upset in a district that extends from Atlanta's northwest exurbs to Georgia's northwestern border with Alabama and northern border with Tennessee, which Trump carried by 37 points in his 2024 presidential victory. Fuller, who is expected to consolidate the Republican vote that was divided in the first round, is considered the clear frontrunner in the race. But if Harris holds Fuller's margin to the mid-teens or less, national Democrats will argue the election is the latest in the 14 months since Trump returned to the White House in which they've overperformed. The congressional seat was left vacant when Greene stepped down at the beginning of January. Greene quit Congress with a year left in her term, after a very public falling out with Trump mostly over her push to release the Jeffrey Epstein files. While officially a non-partisan contest, state Supreme Court elections in the Midwestern battleground have become extremely partisan in recent years. HEAD HERE FOR THE LATEST FOX NEWS REPORTING FROM THE CAMPAIGN TRAIL With the court's majority on the line in last year's contests, outside money poured in and out-of-state door knockers blanketed Wisconsin. One of the biggest spenders was Trump ally Elon Musk, who headlined a rally days before the election and donned a cheesehead hat worn by fans of the Green Bay Packers. Democrats won that election by a larger-than-expected margin and currently hold a 4-3 majority on Wisconsin's highest court. With a conservative justice retiring, the majority isn't at stake in this year's election, although liberals with a win could expand their majority to 5-2. But if the conservative candidate wins, or keeps it close, the GOP may claim a moral victory. Republican Joe Hathaway, a local mayor, is hoping to pull off an upset in the special election to fill the congressional seat left vacant after now-Gov. Mikie Sherrill stepped down after winning last November's gubernatorial election. Hathaway, who was unopposed in February's primary, faces off in the election against Democrat Analilia Mejia, a progressive organizer backed by left-wing champions Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Mejia pulled off an upset, narrowly edging out front-runner former Rep. Tom Malinowski in a field of 11 candidates. The face-off was one of the latest between progressives and more mainstream Democrats. The 11th Congressional District in northern New Jersey's New York City suburbs was once the kind of seat where Republicans excelled at the ballot box. Hathaway, who has pointed out his differences with Trump, is the type of Republican who could attract crossover voters. Add in that Mejia may be too far to the left for some voters in the district, and there's a chance for some intrigue on Election Day. Voters in Virginia are casting ballots on a Democrat-pushed referendum that would give the competitive state up to four more left-leaning U.S. House districts in time for this year's midterm elections. That could result in a 10-1 advantage for Democrats in the state’s U.S. House delegation, up from their current 6-5 edge.  With two weeks until Election Day, early voting is surging, according to officials, with turnout outpacing early voting from last autumn's general election. Despite being vastly outraised by Democrats, Republicans see positive signs in early turnout. Republicans call the Democrats' redistricting effort an "unconstitutional power grab." Democrats counter that it's a necessary step to balance out partisan gerrymandering already implemented in other states by the GOP. Virginia is the latest redistricting battleground, with Florida on deck, to alter congressional maps ahead of November's elections. Republicans are defending their razor-thin House majority in the midterms, and Democrats need a net gain of just three seats to win back control of the chamber. That means the redistricting efforts in Virginia and other states may very well decide which party controls the House next year. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d378d63fb569bd90851864 REP RO KHANNA: Trump needs to stop hurting American workers and stand up to China te 2026-04-06T09:11:50.086Z REP RO KHANNA: Trump needs to stop hurting American workers and stand up to China President Donald Trump announced he will head to Beijing in May with the United States likely still dealing with the economic fallout from his reckless and costly war against Iran. Gas prices are rising, the stock market is tumbling, and American manufacturers, farmers and families are paying more for essential items as Trump continues to impose sweeping tariffs on America’s trading partners.   By contrast, China enjoys stronger economic and strategic advantages than it did before President Trump began his second term. The president’s chaotic tariff policy was ruled unlawful by the Supreme Court and has failed to rebalance America’s economic relationship with China. At the same time, it has seriously weakened the global coalition of American allies and partners needed to confront Beijing’s unfair economic policies. Despite Trump’s tariffs, the U.S. global goods trade deficit increased to a record high of $1.23 trillion last year — more than $105 billion over the average goods deficit under President Joe Biden. Meanwhile, China’s trade surplus with the world ballooned, rising to an unprecedented $1.2 trillion in 2025 from $992 billion in 2024. Although the bilateral U.S. trade deficit with China shrank, China now simply reroutes many of its goods — often illegally — to the United States through third countries, a concerning trend the Trump administration has failed to address. TRUMP THREATENS 'MASSIVE' CHINA TARIFFS, SEES 'NO REASON' TO MEET WITH XI The administration’s chaotic policies have harmed American manufacturers, farmers, and port workers — critical groups for America’s competition with China that President Trump claimed his policies would help. Since he returned to office, U.S. manufacturers have shed approximately 100,000 jobs and manufacturing construction has declined by 12%. American farmers have lost more than $14 billion in sales to China and paid over $4 billion in higher input costs. Trump’s impulsive trade actions toward China have hit soybean farmers particularly hard: in 2025, China bought a paltry 7.4 tons of U.S. soybeans, down from 26.8 million tons in 2024. Momentum to rebuild the U.S. shipbuilding industry, which has drawn support from both political parties and major industrial unions, has also stalled after Trump suspended critical fees on Chinese ships after meeting with Xi in South Korea last year. WHY TRUMP’S WAR SPEECH FAILED: DECLARING VICTORY BUT STILL BOMBING IRAN BACK TO THE ‘STONE AGES’ The president has further jeopardized the prospects for workers at U.S. shipyards and ports by attacking the offshore wind industry, which has been forced to cancel ship orders and job contracts after his administration cut hundreds of millions of dollars in government support. In short, Trump has done little to level the playing field with China and address its non-market policies that led to an estimated 3.7 million Americans losing good-paying jobs and contributed to nearly 70,000 U.S. factories shuttering between 2001 and 2018. In fact, he has made things worse. Trump’s visit to China may prove yet another instance of his art of the squeal — not art of the deal. When he meets with Xi, Trump should start by demanding the Chinese Communist Party agree to rebalance our economic relationship and play by the same rules as we do. This means operating on market-oriented principles, upholding basic human rights and ceasing to distort markets with blanket subsidies, illegal dumping, intellectual property theft and currency manipulation. China’s suppression of labor rights and wages, including the use of forced labor, is particularly devastating for U.S. workers. TRUMP SCORES FOUR BIG WINS WITH XI, BUT HAS ONE BIG MISS Trump must be particularly forceful in demanding these changes to Beijing’s policies in the rare earths sector, where its price manipulation, heavy subsidization and lack of worker and environmental protections have stifled competition, giving the CCP a dangerous monopoly over an industry that underpins U.S. national defense and economic security. If China does not support this constructive rebalancing of our relationship, we should be open to reviewing China’s permanent normal trade relations status, which gives China privileged access into the U.S. market. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION In the meantime, we should impose antidumping and countervailing duties as well as targeted tariffs in sectors where China’s overcapacity and other unfair practices threaten U.S. interests. Most importantly, we should invest revenue from those tariffs in a new fund for rebuilding domestic manufacturing in critical industries. Trump must also clearly communicate to Xi that his escalating threats against Taiwan are unacceptable and that any war would be a disaster. Unfortunately, Trump’s war in Iran, which is costing American taxpayers an estimated $1 billion per day, has forced the Pentagon to pull important capabilities from the Indo-Pacific, weakening effective deterrence. His administration’s decision to delay an important arms sale package to Taiwan ahead of his trip and failure to mention Taiwan in its National Defense Strategy likely further embolden Xi. Rather than abandoning our partners, Trump should bring America’s allies together to counter China’s nonmarket practices, revitalize the industrial bases of America and our allies, and push back against China’s efforts to creep towards hegemony in Asia. Any deal President Trump considers with China must put America’s workers, farmers and families first and include a clear commitment to peace and security in the Indo-Pacific. An outcome short of that would make for yet another failed summit with Xi and put America’s economy and our friends in only greater jeopardy. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM REP RO KHANNA Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d378c23fb569bd9085185b Blue states are changing the tax rules on the wealthy and it's going to cost all of us te 2026-04-06T09:11:30.409Z Blue states are changing the tax rules on the wealthy and it's going to cost all of us Every politician eventually runs out of other people's money to spend. Blue state governors and legislators are just running out faster than the rest. Right now, there is a coordinated wave of new tax proposals sweeping California, New York, Washington state, Massachusetts, Michigan and Connecticut. The common thread? They all believe the solution to self-inflicted budget crises is to reach deeper into the pockets of their most productive residents. And if those residents decide to leave, they want to charge them an exit tax on the way out. What? Is this America? Let that sink in. An exit tax. As in, we know you're leaving because of our lousy tax structure, and we want the door to hit you on the way out. CALIFORNIA’S HATRED FOR CAPITALISM IS KILLING THE GOOSE THAT LAID ITS GOLDEN EGG The proposals on the table right now California's Billionaire Tax Act is the crown jewel of this movement. The ballot measure would impose a one-time 5% tax on the total net worth of anyone worth more than $1 billion residing in the state. Not their income. Their net worth. Think about what that means for a founder whose entire net worth is locked up in a private company that employs thousands of people.  And think about how many millionaires they made themselves building that company.  You could have $2 million in liquid assets, and a $100 billion paper valuation and California would hand you a $5 billion tax bill. That's not a tax policy. That's an asset seizure dressed up as fairness. Washington state, which has never had an income tax in its history just passed a 9.9% tax on incomes over $1 million. The moment that bill cleared the legislature, Starbucks founder Howard Schultz announced he was moving to Florida. Shocker. Starbucks' own headquarters announced it's moving to Tennessee. Shocker. When the founder and the company both leave at the same time, that's not a coincidence. That's a message we hear in a resounding fashion from high tax high spend states. Michigan wants to amend its state constitution to impose a 9.25% top rate on incomes over $500,000. For residents of Detroit, the combined state and local rate would approach nearly 12%. Meanwhile, across the border in Ohio, the flat income tax rate is 2.75%. In Indiana, it's 2.95%. You don't need to be a certified financial planner to do that math. You just need a moving truck. SEAHAWKS GM WARNS WASHINGTON’S NEW 'MILLIONAIRE TAX' COULD HURT FREE AGENT RECRUITING This is a story about bad leadership decisions I want to be clear about something. I'm not here to defend billionaires. I'm here to defend economic reality. The top 1% of California taxpayers currently supplies nearly half of all income tax collections in the state. Half. That's not a sustainable revenue model. That's a house of cards. And the moment those top earners which are not just the billionaires, but when the $500,000-a-year business owners, the startup investors, the executives start relocating, the math collapses for everyone else who stays behind. MAMDANI'S ESTATE TAX PLAN COULD DRIVE WEALTH OUT OF STATE, CRITICS WARN This has already started. Six of California's 214 billionaires left before the proposed January 1, 2026, residency cutoff. Those six people alone took $27 billion in potential tax revenue with them. Google co-founder Larry Page dropped $170 million on a Miami estate and moved his family office out of California. David Sacks who lived 30 years in the state packed up for Texas and called the proposed tax what it really is which is an asset seizure. Here's what I've learned in over thirty years as a financial advisor. Wealthy people don't wait for the bill to arrive. They plan years in advance. The exits happening today were decided in law offices and financial planning meetings 18 months ago. The exits that haven't happened yet are being decided right now. Why this should matter to you even if you're not a billionaire WASHINGTON DEMS PASSED AN INCOME TAX THEY KNOW IS UNCONSTITUTIONAL. THAT WAS THE POINT Here's where this stops being an abstract policy debate and starts affecting your daily life. When high earners leave a state, the remaining tax base must pick up the tab. Services get cut. Or taxes get raised on the next rung of earners which are the people making $150,000, then $100,000, then lower. California, New York, and Michigan didn't build world-class universities, hospitals, and infrastructure by accident. They built them on the backs of a thriving private economy. Dismantle the engine, and eventually the whole train stops. There's also a broader economic signal being sent here. When Washington state is no longer a zero-income-tax state, when California makes it financially dangerous to be a successful founder,  and when Michigan punishes its highest earners at nearly 12 cents on the dollar innovation, capital, and job creation go somewhere else. And somewhere else, right now, is Florida, Texas, Tennessee, and Nevada. CALIFORNIA’S LOOMING CAPITAL FLIGHT PROBLEM COULD RESHAPE STATE IN 3 KEY AREAS What you should do right now If you live in one of these states and you have built meaningful wealth including a business, a portfolio, a real estate holding, or a qualified retirement account this is not a news story to skim and forget. This is a planning conversation to have with your financial advisor and your estate planning attorney. Several of these proposals include exit taxes on residents who leave within five years of implementation. The window to plan proactively is now. Not after the ballot measure passes. Not after the bill is signed. Now. Wealthy people are not a fixed resource. They are mobile, they are organized, and they have options. And right now, those options are looking a lot like the Sunshine State instead of the Golden State. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d378ae3fb569bd90851852 Why the Strait of Hormuz matters as Trump issues fresh ultimatum to Iran te 2026-04-06T09:11:10.951Z Why the Strait of Hormuz matters as Trump issues fresh ultimatum to Iran Few places on the planet matter more to the global economy than the Strait of Hormuz. That’s why President Donald Trump has given Iran until Tuesday to allow all vessels through the key waterway — or face strikes on critical infrastructure, as fuel costs climb worldwide. In a profanity-laced post on Truth Social, Trump wrote on Sunday: "Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran. There will be nothing like it!!! Open the F-----’ Strait, you crazy b-------, or you’ll be living in Hell - JUST WATCH! Praise be to Allah." "Tuesday, 8:00 P.M. Eastern Time!" he wrote in a second post. Trump also said he will hold a press conference at the White House on Monday alongside military officials. SAN FRANCISCO BECOMES FIRST US CITY WHERE DIESEL PRICES TOP $8 A GALLON   At just 21 miles wide at its narrowest point, the waterway between Iran, Oman and the United Arab Emirates is one of the world’s most critical energy choke points. It carries roughly 20 million barrels of oil a day, along with about one-fifth of global liquefied natural gas. It’s also a key artery for refined fuels. The Middle East exports about 1.1 million barrels per day of jet fuel — roughly 15% to 17% of global consumption — according to Jaime Brito, executive director of refining and oil products at OPIS. Much of that supply moves through the Strait of Hormuz. The escalation is already sending oil, gasoline, diesel and jet fuel prices sharply higher worldwide. As of April 5, the national average for regular gasoline stood at $4.11 per gallon, according to AAA — up 86 cents from a month earlier. On the West Coast, drivers are seeing the highest costs, with prices reaching $5.92 per gallon in California and $5.37 in Washington.  WHERE GAS PRICES ARE RISING FASTEST AS TRUMP ISSUES FRESH WARNING TO IRAN On the East Coast, gas prices are exceeding $4 in several areas, including $4.27 in Washington, D.C., and $4.06 in New York.  In the Midwest, Illinois stands out at $4.29 per gallon, while much of the region remains in the mid-$3 range. Southern states remain cheaper overall, though prices are rising. Texas and South Carolina are averaging $3.82, while Florida is higher at $4.20. Diesel has climbed to $5.61, up about $1.45 over the past month. As a key fuel for freight, shipping and public transportation, it is especially sensitive to supply disruptions. In San Francisco, prices have surged even higher. For the first time on record, average diesel costs have surpassed $8 per gallon, according to GasBuddy — an unprecedented milestone for any U.S. city. Additionally, jet fuel prices in the U.S. have more than doubled in a matter of weeks as Middle East tensions squeeze supply. THE UNLIKELY TOOL TRUMP IS EYEING TO TACKLE RISING OIL PRICES AMID THE IRAN CONFLICT Prices jumped from about $2.11 in January to $4.88 per gallon by April 2, according to the Argus U.S. Jet Fuel Index, a daily benchmark tracking prices in Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles and New York. Jet fuel — one of airlines’ largest expenses — is especially volatile due to thin inventories, specialized storage and limited spot trading. That can amplify price swings when supply tightens. Airlines have warned that inventories could run dry within weeks, raising the risk of higher airfares and flight cancellations. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d378873fb569bd90851847 In Race to Replace Marjorie Taylor Greene, the Iran War Is a Dividing Line te 2026-04-06T09:10:31.528Z In Race to Replace Marjorie Taylor Greene, the Iran War Is a Dividing Line Tuesday’s special House election runoff in a conservative stretch of Georgia is one of the first to showcase disagreements over the conflict, including within the G.O.P. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d36f4e3fb569bd90850ec0 Arizona Bill Would Require Schools To Notify Parents Of Serious Threats te 2026-04-06T08:31:10.517Z Arizona Bill Would Require Schools To Notify Parents Of Serious Threats By Matthew Holloway | A bill advancing through the Arizona Legislature would require schools to notify parents and staff within 24 hours of serious threats or incidents involving violence on campus. House Bill 4109 was approved by the Arizona Senate Rules Committee last week and now heads to the full Senate for consideration. The measure previously passed the Arizona House of Representatives in early March by a 35–17 vote, with seven members abstaining and six Democrats joining Republicans in support. Sponsored by Rep. Lydia Hernandez (D-LD24), the bill would require schools to notify parents and employees within 24 hours of “life-threatening violence, threats of life-threatening violence, or threats that involve a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument.” Schools would also be required to provide information about the nature of the incident and how administrators responded. Under the legislation, law enforcement would be required to be notified immediately following serious threats or acts of violence. Schools would also be required to confiscate any deadly weapons and hold them until police arrive. HB 4109 would further require school districts to submit annual reports detailing campus safety incidents, including lockdowns, shelter-in-place events, evacuations, weapon-related incidents, and referrals to law enforcement. Districts would also be required to provide a summary of their safety policies. The bill mandates that school districts adopt a formal public safety policy outlining emergency procedures and designating the superintendent as the responsible authority for implementation. Superintendents and school board members could face misdemeanor charges for failing to comply with the law’s requirements. Superintendents may be charged if they fail to notify parents, contact law enforcement, or follow established procedures after serious threats or violence. School board members could face charges if they fail to adopt a safety policy or retaliate against individuals who report violations. Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne told The Center Square that schools in the state face ongoing safety concerns, citing 500 recorded incidents in 2025 involving students bringing firearms onto campus. “Schools that don’t yet have police are playing Russian roulette with the lives of the students and the teachers and the staff,” he said. Horne said the number of police officers assigned to schools has increased from 190 in 2023 to 565 and encouraged schools to work with the Arizona Department of Education to expand campus security coverage. Horne has repeatedly urged school leaders to allow the Arizona Department of Education (AZED) to “provide them with police officers.” He added, “We pay for the police officers. It doesn’t cost them anything.” Newsrooms: Video of Horne comments is available here: https://t.co/2VQXTI0ccR For immediate release: March 9, 2026 Contact: Communications@azed.gov Horne says recent gun incident at elementary school shows need for added safety funds Legislature, Governor to consider more… pic.twitter.com/MObTWTELjX — Arizona Department of Education (@azedschools) March 9, 2026 “We need to do everything we can to protect the safety of our students, teachers [and] staff,” Horne said. He added that reporting requirements would provide transparency about incidents involving weapons or threats on school campuses. Horne blasts Democrats for voting against school safety bill Legislation would require schools to report life-threatening incidents. State schools superintendent Tom Horne says Democrats who voted against HB 4109, a bill requiring schools to report life-threatening on-campus… — Arizona Department of Education (@azedschools) March 26, 2026 In a statement on March 26, Horne was critical of Democrat legislators who voted against the measure, stating, “It is reckless and irresponsible for these legislators to ignore the reality that school campuses are at risk and need every resource at their disposal to protect lives.” “It is ironic that the bill is sponsored by Democrat Representative Lydia Hernandez,” he added. “She deserves credit for this effort. I am pleased the bill passed out of committee even with the opposition from members of her own party.” Matthew Holloway is a senior reporter for AZ Free News. Follow him on X for his latest stories, or email tips to Matthew@azfreenews.com. The post Arizona Bill Would Require Schools To Notify Parents Of Serious Threats first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d36f393fb569bd90850eb7 Hobbs’ New Arizona Board Of Regents Picks Devoted To DEI te 2026-04-06T08:30:49.527Z Hobbs’ New Arizona Board Of Regents Picks Devoted To DEI By Staff Reporter | The Arizona Board of Regents (ABOR) grew by two new members this week.  On Monday Gov. Katie Hobbs appointed Michele Halyard, an oncologist specializing in breast cancer, and Steve Peru, formerly Coconino County’s manager. “Dr. Michele Halyard is a leader in medical education who will provide expertise to the Board as the universities work to meet the state’s healthcare needs,” said Hobbs in an announcement. “Steve Peru is a longtime public servant with decades of experience who will bring his pragmatic leadership and focus on accountability to the Board. Our public university students deserve the best, and I’m confident Michele and Steve will help ensure the continued excellence of higher education in Arizona.” Halyard’s past and present accomplishments included in Hobbs’ announcement referenced a fellowship with the American Society for Radiation Oncology, professorship of radiation oncology, vice deanship of the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine, board membership with the Arizona Community Foundation, and membership with the Arizona Bioscience Roadmap Steering Committee.  One thing not mentioned in Hobbs’ announcement was Halyard’s career-long DEI goals on reforming health care with health equity.  Halyard has spent her 40 years in medicine advocating for affirmative action and health equity in medicine, according to Mayo Clinic profiles on the doctor published in 2023 and 2024. Halyard expressed her belief in the existence of structural racism in medicine, and its disparate impacts on patient suffering and mortality.  “I didn’t see a lot of people of color at the clinic either working or as patients, and I really thought what a shame that was because of the preeminence of healthcare that we deliver,” said Halyard. “People who, perhaps, feel shut out from the healthcare system, people who experience structural racism that prevents them from getting in for the best care, that really results in excess death, excess suffering among populations of people.”  It was under Halyard that Mayo Clinic initiated “antiracism efforts” by using affirmative action in recruiting. Halyard’s husband is Phoenix City Councilman Kevin Robinson, a Democrat and former Phoenix Police Department assistant chief.  Peru’s historic dedication to DEI initiatives wasn’t mentioned in Hobbs’ press release, either.  Shortly after joining Coconino County as their manager, Peru took on a years-long effort by the county to recruit an individual for a DEI directorship position. In the weeks following Trump’s inauguration last year, Peru posted a comment agreeing with another colleague’s LinkedIn post advocating for DEI in K-12 in the wake of the new administration’s policies.  Prior to joining Coconino County, Peru was the chief development and government relations officer at Coconino County Community College and former CEO and president of United Way of Northern Arizona.  Last September Hobbs appointed Jimmy McCain, the youngest son of John McCain, to ABOR. McCain’s appointment stirred controversy, not only for his conflict with Arizona legislative leaders and President Donald Trump, but with his role at a company that was a key sponsor of Hobbs’ inaugural committee.  Hobbs has also appointed Lee Stein, former assistant U.S. attorney and special assistant attorney general within the Arizona Attorney General’s Office. The governor’s two picks for student regents have backgrounds in gun control advocacy. Their contributions to ABOR include expanding time and resources for students’ mental health.  AZ Free News is your #1 source for Arizona news and politics. You can send us news tips using this link. The post Hobbs’ New Arizona Board Of Regents Picks Devoted To DEI first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d36a983fb569bd90850e05 The backroom of publishing laid bare in new mystery from Evelyn Clarke te 2026-04-06T08:11:04.817Z The backroom of publishing laid bare in new mystery from Evelyn Clarke The novel from Evelyn Clarke, the pen name for authors V.E. Schwab and Cat Clarke, is one of readers' most anticipated books this spring. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d363933fb569bd90850d34 Savannah Guthrie shares emotional Easter message te 2026-04-06T07:41:07.912Z Savannah Guthrie shares emotional Easter message Guthrie reflected on her faith and hope amid the search for her missing mother in a message she shares just one day before she returns to the TODAY show. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3637f3fb569bd90850d2b Arizona author's debut adult romance is perfect for locals and literary lovers te 2026-04-06T07:40:47.926Z Arizona author's debut adult romance is perfect for locals and literary lovers Kara McDowell's latest novel, 'The Write Off,' is set at the Tucson Festival of Books, following two rival authors as they confront a decade's worth of history. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d35c843fb569bd90850c3e Trump fighting fierce battles, at home and abroad: Why he casually dismisses the consequences te 2026-04-06T07:11:00.049Z Trump fighting fierce battles, at home and abroad: Why he casually dismisses the consequences Donald Trump is waging a two-front war. In Iran, the downing of an American F-15 fighter jet, with the spectacular rescue of the missing second crew member, announced by the president yesterday, was fantastic news thanks to special ops teams who risked their lives to find him. But the fact that the plane was shot down unfortunately undercuts Trump’s argument that the murderous mullahs have no ability to fight back. And it highlights what soldiers have always known: War is hell.  The same goes for the Iranians downing an A-10 attack plane, and though the pilot was quickly rescued, it shows the unpredictable nature of war.  At home, Trump has been firing top aides, and targeting others for dismissal. The ouster of Pam Bondi and Kristi Noem, and media reports about who’s next, has fueled anxiety throughout the Cabinet. The only person who’s probably safe at this point is Jared, given his son-in-law status. WHY TRUMP’S WAR SPEECH FAILED: DECLARING VICTORY BUT STILL BOMBING IRAN BACK TO THE ‘STONE AGES’ There is some connective tissue between these ongoing battles. They reflect a president who busts through the guardrails, scolds his allies, launches a surprise war with little explanation, and turns on those he deems insufficiently loyal. To his supporters, Trump gets results because he’s not afraid to take risks that have paralyzed previous presidents grappling with the world’s leading terror state. To his detractors, Trump is impulsive and reckless, boxing himself into impossible corners by failing to adequately plan for the inevitable consequences. WHY TRUMP FACES AN AGONIZING DECISION ON OBLITERATING IRAN’S OIL SUPPLY IF HE CAN’T GET A DEAL By any fair yardstick, U.S. and Israeli warplanes have decimated Iran’s military machine with a remarkably low casualty rate.      And Iran’s cheap-to-produce drones have caused some injuries to Americans at military bases in surrounding Arab countries, and also inflicted damage on Israel, wounding numerous residents. Asked by NBC’s Garrett Haake in a phone call whether the downing of the F-15 – before the rescue – would affect his negotiations with Iran, Trump said, "No, not at all. No, it’s war. We’re in war, Garrett." One reason the president’s prime-time speech fell short is that the public expected him to declare victory and get out, not threaten to bomb Iran "back to the Stone Ages." And will he actually wrap things up in "two to three weeks," which is his standard refrain for some time in the future? For the president to urge European nations to just "take" the Strait of Hormuz – after having declared that he wouldn’t end the war without a deal to break the Iranian blockade – shows the mixed messages that have marked this conflict. And then, having washed his hands of anything having to do with Hormuz, Trump posted on Truth Social yesterday: "Open the F----- Strait, you crazy b------s." Uh, which is it? Depends on when you ask him. (CNN ran the quote as a banner, uncensored.) TRUMP VOWS US WILL STRIKE IRAN’S POWER PLANTS, BRIDGES IF STRAIT OF HORMUZ IS NOT REOPENED Trump is touting Iran’s parliament speaker, Mohammad Ghalibaf, as someone he can do business with. But Ghalibaf has repeatedly mocked him, posting: "This brilliant no-strategy war they started has now been downgraded from ‘regime change’ to ‘Hey! Can anyone find our pilots? Please?’" Perhaps the president will lose confidence in him the way he did with Pam Bondi. The now-former attorney general did a terrible job, from botching the Epstein files to refusing to engage with the pedophile’s victims to insulting Democrats at a hearing in which she proudly proclaimed that this was a distraction from the Dow topping 50,000. Bondi unloaded on Jamie Raskin, who led Democrats during Trump’s second impeachment: "You don’t tell me anything, you washed-up loser lawyer. You’re not even a lawyer!?" (Raskin is a graduate of Harvard Law School and taught constitutional law at American University.) But that only partially explains her removal. Bondi did everything she could to prosecute Trump’s political enemies. But charges against James Comey and Letitia James were tossed out by judges or blocked by grand juries that refused to indict. It’s worth dwelling on how outrageous it is for the Justice Department to serve as an attack dog for those who the president has pronounced guilty. Not since John Mitchell went to prison in the Watergate coverup has the department’s mission been so twisted. Bondi’s likely replacement, Todd Blanche, Acting Attorney General, a former Trump defense lawyer (and ex-prosecutor), backed Bondi every step of the way in turning DOJ into Trump’s Department of Retribution. The president clearly wants Blanche to be even more aggressive. Trump all but confirmed this yesterday to ABC, saying: "Everybody wants it. But Todd’s doing very well. He’s been with me a long time." PAM BONDI IS OUT AS AG — HERE ARE THE CONTENDERS WHO COULD REPLACE HER Trump’s attorneys general have suffered the same fate. He booted Jeff Sessions for recusing himself from the Russiagate probe, and then campaigned against him. Bill Barr resigned under pressure from Trump after finding no widespread fraud in the 2020 election, with the president later hurling insults at him. Noem also did an awful job, seemingly more interested in self-promotion than dealing with the excesses of ICE, especially the fatal shooting of two American citizens, who she branded domestic terrorists. It wasn’t until she falsely accused Trump of approving a costly ad campaign featuring her that he’d had enough. As an added indignity, we learned that Noem had potentially exposed herself to blackmail when those gaudy photos of her cross-dressing husband surfaced. Now there are newspaper reports that Trump may dump Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer, who’s been accused of an improper relationship with a security staffer, misusing public funds and workplace drinking. Several top aides have resigned, and her husband is barred from the building after an accusation of sexual assault. Trump is also weighing a pink slip for Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, who often freelances on his own. Lutnick was untruthful about visiting Jeffrey Epstein on his Caribbean island, years after he claimed to have cut off contact. Trump has been asking aides about sacking Tulsi Gabbard, the national intelligence director, but seems to have dropped that idea for now. He doesn’t want headlines about a full-scale housecleaning. "She’s a little bit different in her thought process than me, but that doesn’t make somebody not available to serve," he told reporters the other day.  KRISTI NOEM ‘DEVASTATED’ BY STORY ABOUT HER HUSBAND’S ONLINE ACTIVITIES A judge has also blocked a subpoena for Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, the subject of a DOJ criminal probe related to cost overruns for the agency’s renovation of its 89-year-old headquarters. Cabinet shakeups are occasionally used as quick fixes. In 1979, Jimmy Carter demanded that all members resign, and wound up dropping Health Secretary Joe Califano, Treasury Secretary Michael Blumenthal, Energy Secretary James Schlesinger, Transportation Secretary Brock Adams and Attorney General Griffin Bell. It didn’t help. For Trump, it’s almost always a question of loyalty, and for those who fall into disfavor, no amount of butt-kissing is ever enough. SUBSCRIBE TO HOWIE'S MEDIA BUZZMETER PODCAST, A RIFF ON THE DAY'S HOTTEST STORIES So we have the president fiddling with his political lineup and potential replacements even as he is fighting a war against Iran. You might think that would be put on hold as American warplanes are shot out of the sky. But Trump is the ultimate multi-tasker. He’s even found time lately to complain about his planned White House ballroom and filed an emergency appeal, citing national security concerns, of a court ruling that has blocked construction. Whether the president is dealing with Pam Bondi or Mohammad Ghalibaf, he does what he wants, when he wants to do it. And leaves the consequences for another day. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d35c5c3fb569bd90850c28 The Xiaomi 17 Ultra has some impressive add-ons that make snapping photos really fun te 2026-04-06T07:10:20.230Z The Xiaomi 17 Ultra has some impressive add-ons that make snapping photos really fun The Xiaomi 17 Ultra gives you a ton of options to play around with images, including preset filters and hardware add-ons. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d35a303fb569bd90850bf0 Havasu man accused of vandalizing Trump cutout at business, causing $500 in damage te 2026-04-06T07:01:04.312Z Havasu man accused of vandalizing Trump cutout at business, causing $500 in damage A Lake Havasu City man allegedly vandalized a wooden Trump cutout, causing about $500 in damage. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d35a1c3fb569bd90850be7 Yuma man charged in Havasu hit-and-run DUI after BAC tops 4 times legal limit te 2026-04-06T07:00:44.611Z Yuma man charged in Havasu hit-and-run DUI after BAC tops 4 times legal limit A Yuma man was arrested after police say he fled a crash and drove with a blood alcohol level more than four times the legal limit. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d34e653fb569bd90850ac2 'It was horrific': 2 people seriously hurt after suspected drunk drive crashes into Cave Creek Bike Week te 2026-04-06T06:10:45.840Z 'It was horrific': 2 people seriously hurt after suspected drunk drive crashes into Cave Creek Bike Week The driver also allegedly struck another car and eight motorcycles, according to the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3457d3fb569bd908509c7 It’s a no-go, Tar Heels: Tommy Lloyd to stay at Arizona amid UNC rumors te 2026-04-06T05:32:45.933Z It’s a no-go, Tar Heels: Tommy Lloyd to stay at Arizona amid UNC rumors INDIANAPOLIS – Amid the excitement of the Men’s Final Four, Tommy Lloyd quieted a fast-moving rumor: He will remain the coach of the Arizona men’s basketball team, he said Friday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3456a3fb569bd908509be On fire: Landon Hairston’s hot streak is leading ASU baseball’s culture shift te 2026-04-06T05:32:26.109Z On fire: Landon Hairston’s hot streak is leading ASU baseball’s culture shift PHOENIX – Athletes can be dialed in. They can be on a hot streak. A tear. Then there’s whatever Arizona State sophomore outfielder Landon Hairston is on. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d345563fb569bd908509b5 On fire: Landon Hairston’s hot streak is leading ASU baseball’s culture shift te 2026-04-06T05:32:06.452Z On fire: Landon Hairston’s hot streak is leading ASU baseball’s culture shift Arizona State’s Landon Hairston watches a deep home run in a game against Arizona on March 10, 2026 at Phoenix Municipal Stadium in Phoenix. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d345423fb569bd908509ac ‘Don’t poke the bear’: New-look Rattlers used March heat to prepare, win opener te 2026-04-06T05:31:46.756Z ‘Don’t poke the bear’: New-look Rattlers used March heat to prepare, win opener GLENDALE – As time expired on the Arizona Rattlers’ season last year, the San Diego Strike Force had three men in motion. The penalty should have ended the game, but the referees didn’t see it. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3452e3fb569bd908509a3 ‘Don’t poke the bear’: New-look Rattlers used March heat to prepare, win opener te 2026-04-06T05:31:26.773Z ‘Don’t poke the bear’: New-look Rattlers used March heat to prepare, win opener Arizona Rattlers coach and general manager Kevin Guy said, "There were some people trying to push my buttons in the offseason and I'm taking this year personally." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3451a3fb569bd9085099a Lauren Betts and Gabriela Jaquez lead UCLA to a national title with a 79-51 rout of South Carolina te 2026-04-06T05:31:06.864Z Lauren Betts and Gabriela Jaquez lead UCLA to a national title with a 79-51 rout of South Carolina PHOENIX — Leading up to Selection Sunday, UCLA claimed that its 31-1 record had a stronger foundation than Connecticut’s 34-0. The bracket-makers didn’t agree. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d345063fb569bd90850991 SPORTS-BKW-SOUTHCAROLINA-UCLA-GET te 2026-04-06T05:30:46.725Z SPORTS-BKW-SOUTHCAROLINA-UCLA-GET Kiki Rice (1) and Gabriela Jaquez (11) of the UCLA Bruins celebrate with the trophy after the victory against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the national championship of the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament at Mortgage Matchup Center on Sunday, April… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d33ba73fb569bd90850871 Pair of Democrat lawmakers slam 'blockade of fuel' to Cuba, 'economic bombing' after visit to island te 2026-04-06T04:50:47.377Z Pair of Democrat lawmakers slam 'blockade of fuel' to Cuba, 'economic bombing' after visit to island Reps. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., and Jonathan Jackson, D-Ill., said after a congressional delegation returned from Cuba that U.S. economic restrictions on the island represented an "illegal U.S. blockade of fuel" and "effectively an economic bombing of the infrastructure of the country." The lawmakers, following their five-day delegation to Cuba, spoke out against what they described as a humanitarian crisis on the island that they argue is linked to the U.S. embargo.  "The illegal U.S. blockade of fuel to Cuba—90 miles south of the United States—adds to the longest embargo in world history and is causing untold suffering to the Cuban people," the lawmakers said in a statement on Sunday. "The United States prevented a single drop of oil from entering Cuba for over three months. This is cruel collective punishment—effectively an economic bombing of the infrastructure of the country—that has produced permanent damage. It must stop immediately." US ALLOWS RUSSIAN OIL TANKER TO REACH CUBA AMID BLOCKADE AS TRUMP SAYS ISLAND 'HAS TO SURVIVE' "We witnessed firsthand premature babies in incubators, weighing just two pounds, who are at tremendous risk because their ventilators and incubators cannot function without electricity," they continued. "Children cannot attend school because there is no fuel for them or their teachers to travel. Cancer patients cannot receive lifesaving treatments because of lack of medications. There is a water shortage because there is little electricity to pump water. Businesses have closed. Families cannot keep food refrigerated, and food production on the island has dropped to just 10 percent of the people’s needs." This comes as U.S. President Donald Trump has escalated his pressure campaign on Cuba in recent weeks, calling the island a "failed nation" and suggesting that "Cuba is next" following recent U.S. military actions in Venezuela and Iran. The trip came after Jayapal and Rep. Gregory Meeks, D-N.Y., introduced legislation to block federal funds for military action against Cuba without congressional approval. Jayapal and Jackson said they spoke with families, religious leaders, entrepreneurs, civil society organizations, the Cuban government, Latin American and African ambassadors, humanitarian aid organizations and Cubans across the political spectrum, including dissidents. "Across all sectors, there is agreement: this illegal blockade must end immediately. We do not believe that the majority of Americans would want this kind of cruelty and inhumanity to continue in our name," the lawmakers said. The pair added that the Cuban government "has sent many signals that this is a new moment for the country." "While we were there, President Diaz-Canel released over 2,000 prisoners. The Cuban government has begun to liberalize its economy with significant reforms, including allowing Cuban American entrepreneurs to invest in private businesses in Cuba. Entrepreneurship has grown substantially, with small- and medium-sized private businesses now comprising large parts of the economy," the statement said. CUBA RELEASES 2,000 PRISONERS AMID TRUMP PRESSURE, ENERGY CRISIS "Significantly, the Cuban government has invited in the FBI to conduct an independent investigation of a lethal speedboat shooting," it continued. "The remaining obstacles to progress in Cuba now rest with the United States changing our outdated, Cold War-era policy of coercive economic measures and military pressures against Cuba." Jayapal and Jackson went on to say that "true reform will only come from charting a new course." "The United States and Cuba must immediately enter into real negotiations that provide for the dignity and freedom of the Cuban people and the tremendous benefits to the American people that will accrue from a real collaboration between our two countries," they concluded. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3394d3fb569bd90850844 Happy Valley Road closed in Peoria following crash te 2026-04-06T04:40:45.893Z Happy Valley Road closed in Peoria following crash Eastbound Happy Valley Road at 91st Avenue will be closed while police investigate a crash that sent two people to the hospital. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d32ff13fb569bd90850667 Care to dance? UCLA did, all the way to an NCAA women’s basketball title te 2026-04-06T04:00:49.336Z Care to dance? UCLA did, all the way to an NCAA women’s basketball title PHOENIX – As the confetti fell and UCLA was crowned national champion, Lauren Betts, Gabriela Jaquez and Charlisse Leger-Walker took the stage for an encore of the Bruins’ last dance. As the trio has done countless times this season, they delivered a performance similar to that of the UCLA dance team, but this final one felt special after defeating South Carolina 79-51 at Mortgage Matchup Center for the Bruins’ first NCAA championship. Mission complete. UCLA dominated the Gamecocks Sunday afternoon, never trailing while outrebounding South Carolina 49 to 37 and scoring 12 more points in the paint on 13 more second-chance opportunities.  UCLA’s championship was spearheaded by its starting five of Betts, Jaquez, Leger-Walker, Gianna Kneepkens and Kiki Rice, who combined for 70 of the Bruins 79 points. This core of players have lead the way for the Bruins this season as their chemistry and bond drove their team’s success. “What an amazing way to finish off the season with a national championship,” Betts said. “Knowing that we did everything to get there basketball-wise, we also just enjoyed each other. We’re such a close group of girls, I’m going to miss them so much.” The Bruins in 1978 won the AIAW Large College championship. However, for the first time in program history, the UCLA women have won an NCAA national championship. The desire to bring hardware back to Los Angeles for the Bruins community played a huge part in driving this Bruins squad to success.  “I’m just so proud of the way we represented this school, this program, this community,” Betts said. “These girls mean everything to me. This program has changed my life in the best way possible. I’m forever grateful for UCLA.” For Bruins coach Cori Close, she felt extra gratification in winning this title because it proved her hope that recruiting “uncommon, courageous women could yield an uncommon result.” She added that “it just is so much for me not about a national championship. It’s the validation that it can be done differently.” Players on the South Carolina women’s basketball team sit solemnly on the sideline during the Women’s Final Four championship game against UCLA on April 5, 2026, at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Ariz. UCLA beat South Carolina 79-51. (Photo by Sydney Lovan/Cronkite News) Close was mentored early and extensively in her career by UCLA legend John Wooden, who won 10 national championships as the coach of the men’s basketball team from 1948-75. It took Wooden 16 years to win his first title for the Bruins. Close just secured her first title in her 15th year as head coach. However, Close, in the spirit of Wooden, did not want attention directed at her. Instead, she wants people to focus on how the Bruins won: playing as a team. “It wasn’t about whether or not we got the ‘W’ or not,” Close said. “I wanted us to be able to play our best when our best was needed. We delivered on that.” South Carolina fell in the national title game for the second straight season as the offense  struggled to find rhythm consistently against a suffocating Bruins defense. “We had a lot of people taking shots that aren’t normal for us,” South Carolina coach Dawn Staley said. “We didn’t do a good job of getting the people that was supposed to get some better looks at the ball. I think UCLA had a lot to do with it. … I didn’t think we had to play perfect basketball, but we had to play better basketball.” Staley, despite the tough loss, wants people to give UCLA credit and support its win. Specifically, Staley praised Close and spoke of their positive relationship over the years. “I’m always happy for people that worked hard in this game, who are really quality people,” Staley said. “I want good things to happen for them. Cori is one of those people who really works at making our game better. Not just UCLA, but our entire game.” A big part of the UCLA win in the title game was Gabriela Jaquez, who tallied a double-double with 21 points and 10 rebounds. Jaquez did not want to point to her own successes. She credited her performance on fulfilling her role and have the support of teammates. “I had open shots and I made ’em – I think that was just kind of what it was,” Jaquez said. “Just super proud of this group and how we played as a team to get this victory.” The post Care to dance? UCLA did, all the way to an NCAA women’s basketball title appeared first on Cronkite News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d32b7b3fb569bd908505ef Close quarters: Inspired by John Wooden, UCLA coach creates winning environment te 2026-04-06T03:41:47.015Z Close quarters: Inspired by John Wooden, UCLA coach creates winning environment PHOENIX – April 3, 1995. A 23-year-old assistant coach for UCLA’s women’s basketball team sat in Seattle’s Kingdome, watching the Bruins men’s team claim national glory for the 11th time. Thirty-one years and two days later, that assistant can call herself a national champion. Driven by the 11 banners hung for the men’s team in the Pauley Pavillion rafters, Cori Close always had a national championship in mind when she took the job at UCLA in 2011. Although attending the 1995 title game helped cement Close’s passion, the previous 10 had an even larger impact. Close, 54, was not alive for over half of those titles, but the coach who won them, John Wooden, is still one of the biggest influences in her life. Although Close has now reached the peak of college basketball success, she thinks that Wooden would be proud of her for much more than cutting down the nets. “Coach Wooden actually wouldn’t care as much about the championship as he would about staying true to our process,” Close said after Sunday’s 79-51 national title victory at Mortgage Matchup Center.. “I hope I would make him proud by realizing and recognizing that this is a by-product of what’s happened in their habits, in their love for each other, in committing to a process over a long period of time.” Wooden might have retired in 1975, but he stayed around the UCLA program long after. While Close spent time at UCLA as an assistant, she would typically look to Wooden for advice, and for more than a decade, met him twice a week at his home to talk basketball and life. The legendary coach always knew what to say. Close never had Wooden as a resource after taking the job in Westwood in 2011, one year after his death. She was nervous about her new role.  “I remember thinking to myself, ‘Oh my gosh, I don’t want to let him down,’” Close said. “The biggest way I can pay it forward is to live in a way and coach in a way and teach in a way that pays it forward what he did for me.” Close then teared up, thinking of his impact beyond the titles he won. “I think the biggest thing he did is every time I would ask him, ‘What would you do here,’ he would never answer,” Close said. “He would always make me realize that I’m wired uniquely, and it wasn’t about what he would do, it’s how am I wired to lead to my best.” The advice, or lack of it, from Wooden has now certainly paid off. The win, years in the making, was the product of patience and connection from UCLA players and staff. Although  three freshmen and a sophomore are part of UCLA’s roster, eight players in the Bruins’ locker room are seniors. One unique aspect that those players experienced was a gradual climb. Going from Sweet 16 to Final Four to national champions, it took belief from the UCLA staff.  One of the players the staff believed in most was Lauren Betts, who transferred in ahead of her sophomore season in 2023-24. Voted the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player, she is grateful for what the school gave her. “I can’t thank this program enough for how much they believed in me,” Betts said. “When I came in my sophomore year, I was completely different than I am today. I showed up and I had zero confidence. I wasn’t sure if I wanted to play basketball for that much longer. Coach Cori really stayed patient with me. She wanted to see me accomplish everything that I’d ever dreamed of.” UCLA center Lauren Betts signals to be passed the ball during the Women’s Final Four championship game against South Carolina on April 5, 2026, at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Ariz. Betts was awarded the Women’s Final Four Most Outstanding Player of the Year. (Photo by Sydney Lovan/Cronkite News) With a lack of confidence thrown out of the window, Betts shined in Westwood, averaging 20.2 and 17.2 points per game in her last two college seasons.  She stepped into the tournament with a goal of erasing the pain from last year’s Final Four loss. Knocking out all challengers in UCLA’s way en route to the national title game, UCLA prepared hard for the Gamecocks on Saturday. During practice, fewer than 24 hours before tipoff in the last game of her college career, Betts had a special feeling of what was to come. “Yesterday, I knew that we were going to win because we were so focused,” Betts said. “When you have a certain energy in practice, you wake up the next morning, you’re like, ‘We have done everything you can possibly do to be ready for a game.’ It’s just the confidence that you have.” Then, the ball was tipped. The Bruins were there, and the one running for her life like a shooting star was Gabriella Jaquez. Despite what “One Shining Moment” says, the world knew just how hard Jaquez worked in all the years before the title game. At Mortgage Matchup Center, it showed. Putting up 21 points, 10 rebounds and five assists, Jaquez contributed to UCLA’s one shining moment. Growing up in Southern California, she had the opportunity to watch a different Bruins team make a memorable run to the Final Four, one that included her brother, Jaime. Jaime, who also played at UCLA, made the all-regional team in the 2021 tournament, where the Bruins became the second team to go from First Four to Final Four. A high schooler while she watched her brother make magic in March, Gabriella had the will to end up in Westwood. Now looking back, she couldn’t be happier. “Super satisfied with this result,” Gabriella said. “The journey was even better. Coming in my freshman year, my dream was to be at UCLA. Just to have an offer from UCLA brought tears to my eyes.” While she is grateful for her relationship with her brother, who made sure to attend the title game after dropping 32 points for the Miami Heat the night before, she still took the time to flex a bit. “Of course I have bragging rights,” she said. “I’m a champion now.” While she now looks to move up to the professional level, she took the time to make a reference to another Los Angeles basketball legend. Inspired by Kobe Bryant’s iconic press conference after Game 2 of the 2009 NBA Finals, Gabriella added her own spin. “Job’s finished,” she said. “Job is finished.” The post Close quarters: Inspired by John Wooden, UCLA coach creates winning environment appeared first on Cronkite News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3268e3fb569bd9085056f Close quarters: Inspired by John Wooden, UCLA coach creates winning environment te 2026-04-06T03:20:46.068Z Close quarters: Inspired by John Wooden, UCLA coach creates winning environment PHOENIX – April 3, 1995. A 23-year-old assistant coach for UCLA’s women’s basketball team sat in Seattle’s Kingdome, watching the Bruins men’s team claim national glory for the 11th time. Thirty-one years and two days later, that assistant can call herself a national champion. Driven by the 11 banners hung for the men’s team in the Pauley Pavillion rafters, Cori Close always had a national championship in mind when she took the job at UCLA in 2011. Although attending the 1995 title game helped cement Close’s passion, the previous 10 had an even larger impact. Close, 54, was not alive for over half of those titles, but the coach who won them, John Wooden, is still one of the biggest influences in her life. Although Close has now reached the peak of college basketball success, she thinks that Wooden would be proud of her for much more than cutting down the nets. “Coach Wooden actually wouldn’t care as much about the championship as he would about staying true to our process,” Close said after Sunday’s 79-51 national title victory at Mortgage Matchup Center.. “I hope I would make him proud by realizing and recognizing that this is a by-product of what’s happened in their habits, in their love for each other, in committing to a process over a long period of time.” Wooden might have retired in 1975, but he stayed around the UCLA program long after. While Close spent time at UCLA as an assistant, she would typically look to Wooden for advice, and for more than a decade, met him twice a week at his home to talk basketball and life. The legendary coach always knew what to say. Close never had Wooden as a resource after taking the job in Westwood in 2011, one year after his death. She was nervous about her new role.  “I remember thinking to myself, ‘Oh my gosh, I don’t want to let him down,’” Close said. “The biggest way I can pay it forward is to live in a way and coach in a way and teach in a way that pays it forward what he did for me.” Close then teared up, thinking of his impact beyond the titles he won. “I think the biggest thing he did is every time I would ask him, ‘What would you do here,’ he would never answer,” Close said. “He would always make me realize that I’m wired uniquely, and it wasn’t about what he would do, it’s how am I wired to lead to my best.” The advice, or lack of it, from Wooden has now certainly paid off. The win, years in the making, was the product of patience and connection from UCLA players and staff. Although  three freshmen and a sophomore are part of UCLA’s roster, eight players in the Bruins’ locker room are seniors. One unique aspect that those players experienced was a gradual climb. Going from Sweet 16 to Final Four to national champions, it took belief from the UCLA staff.  One of the players the staff believed in most was Lauren Betts, who transferred in ahead of her sophomore season in 2023-24. Voted the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player, she is grateful for what the school gave her. “I can’t thank this program enough for how much they believed in me,” Betts said. “When I came in my sophomore year, I was completely different than I am today. I showed up and I had zero confidence. I wasn’t sure if I wanted to play basketball for that much longer. Coach Cori really stayed patient with me. She wanted to see me accomplish everything that I’d ever dreamed of.” UCLA center Lauren Betts signals to be passed the ball during the Women’s Final Four championship game against South Carolina on April 5, 2026, at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Ariz. Betts was awarded the Women’s Final Four Most Outstanding Player of the Year. (Photo by Sydney Lovan/Cronkite News) With a lack of confidence thrown out of the window, Betts shined in Westwood, averaging 20.2 and 17.2 points per game in her last two college seasons.  She stepped into the tournament with a goal of erasing the pain from last year’s Final Four loss. Knocking out all challengers in UCLA’s way en route to the national title game, UCLA prepared hard for the Gamecocks on Saturday. During practice, fewer than 24 hours before tipoff in the last game of her college career, Betts had a special feeling of what was to come. “Yesterday, I knew that we were going to win because we were so focused,” Betts said. “When you have a certain energy in practice, you wake up the next morning, you’re like, ‘We have done everything you can possibly do to be ready for a game.’ It’s just the confidence that you have.” Then, the ball was tipped. The Bruins were there, and the one running for her life like a shooting star was Gabriella Jaquez. Despite what “One Shining Moment” says, the world knew just how hard Jaquez worked in all the years before the title game. At Mortgage Matchup Center, it showed. Putting up 21 points, 10 rebounds and five assists, Jaquez contributed to UCLA’s one shining moment. Growing up in Southern California, she had the opportunity to watch a different Bruins team make a memorable run to the Final Four, one that included her brother, Jaime. Jaime, who also played at UCLA, made the all-regional team in the 2021 tournament, where the Bruins became the second team to go from First Four to Final Four. A high schooler while she watched her brother make magic in March, Gabriella had the will to end up in Westwood. Now looking back, she couldn’t be happier. “Super satisfied with this result,” Gabriella said. “The journey was even better. Coming in my freshman year, my dream was to be at UCLA. Just to have an offer from UCLA brought tears to my eyes.” While she is grateful for her relationship with her brother, who made sure to attend the title game after dropping 32 points for the Miami Heat the night before, she still took the time to flex a bit. “Of course I have bragging rights,” she said. “I’m a champion now.” While she now looks to move up to the professional level, she took the time to make a reference to another Los Angeles basketball legend. Inspired by Kobe Bryant’s iconic press conference after Game 2 of the 2009 NBA Finals, Gabriella added her own spin. “Job’s finished,” she said. “Job is finished.” The post Close quarters: Inspired by John Wooden, UCLA coach creates winning environment appeared first on Cronkite News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d321da3fb569bd908504c0 New Hampshire suspect who shot officer and triggered massive manhunt killed in police gunfight te 2026-04-06T03:00:42.051Z New Hampshire suspect who shot officer and triggered massive manhunt killed in police gunfight The suspect who allegedly shot a New Hampshire police officer has been killed in a gunfight with authorities, officials said Sunday. Matthew J. Masse, 38, allegedly opened fire on family members and the responding officer Saturday afternoon in Raymond, sparking a massive manhunt that included road closures and a shelter-in-place order. "There was an exchange of gunfire between Mr. Masse with his rifle and the officers," the state Attorney General’s Office said. "Following that exchange, Mr. Masse was found deceased by officers when they approached his location." An autopsy has been scheduled for early this week to confirm his cause and manner of death, the office added. MASSIVE MANHUNT UNDERWAY IN NEW HAMPSHIRE TOWN AFTER GUNMAN ALLEGEDLY WOUNDS POLICE OFFICER, FIRES ON FAMILY The incident erupted shortly after 1:30 p.m., when Masse reportedly shot his relatives with a long gun and then fired at responding police. A Nottingham Police Department officer was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, officials said. The suspect — described as a middle-aged white male who is 5 feet, 11 inches tall and weighs 202 pounds — reportedly had active felony warrants for attempted arson at his family's home on Thursday. After the shooting, Masse fled into a wooded area, triggering a large-scale manhunt, officials said, and K-9 units were deployed and officers were "working feverishly with other agencies" in an all-hands-on-deck search. MAN WITH PRIOR ARREST CAUGHT ALLEGEDLY TRYING TO SHOVE STRANGER INTO TRAIN TRACKS TWICE IN TERRIFYING VIDEO New Hampshire State Police found Masse around 10:06 p.m., hours after residents near Ham Road had been told to shelter in place, authorities said. During the attempted arrest, an exchange of gunfire broke out. Authorities later found Masse dead at the scene, with his long gun recovered nearby. No other officers or civilians were injured, and authorities said there is no further threat to the public.  The names of the officers involved are being withheld pending formal interviews, per protocol. Fox News' Alexandra Koch contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d31f873fb569bd9085048c Body found in Phoenix te 2026-04-06T02:50:47.015Z Body found in Phoenix Phoenix police say officers found a man near 44th Street and Earll Drive. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d316233fb569bd90850380 Baby among 3 dead in holiday horror as Easter egg hunt turns deadly te 2026-04-06T02:10:43.967Z Baby among 3 dead in holiday horror as Easter egg hunt turns deadly Three people were killed, including a 10-month-old girl, after high winds toppled a tree in Germany during an Easter egg hunt on Sunday morning, according to authorities. Around 50 people from a nearby residential facility for new mothers, pregnant women and children were attending the egg hunt in a wooded area near the town of Satrupholm at about 11 a.m. when a 100-foot tree fell on top of them, police said in a statement. Four people became pinned under the tree, police said. DUCK-HUNTING TRIP IN NEW ORLEANS TURNS DEADLY UNTIL LAST-MINUTE PRAYER BRINGS MIRACLE First responders arrived at the scene and first began treating a 21-year-old woman and a 16-year-old girl, but both died at the scene. The woman's 10-month-old daughter also later died at the hospital. An 18-year-old woman sustained serious injuries and was rushed to the hospital in a helicopter. The residential facility is part of the state-funded child welfare system, supporting pregnant women and new mothers who need help, according to its website. Grief counselors were sent to the scene after the fatal incident on Sunday. Pictures from the scene showed several Easter eggs scattered on the ground as two of the victims were seen covered in white sheets. The German weather service had put the area under a high winds warning. ONE DEAD AND DOZENS INJURED DURING PREGAME EVENT AT PERU SOCCER STADIUM Officials from the Schleswig-Holstein region, where the facility is located, said they were "deeply shaken" by the Easter tragedy. "Our thoughts are with the family members of the dead, with the injured, and with everyone who had to experience this terrible occurrence," regional Governor Daniel Günther, Interior Minister Magdalena Finke, and Youth and Families Minister Aminata Touré said in a joint statement to the dpa news agency. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3118a3fb569bd90850322 SR 51 pavement project is underway te 2026-04-06T01:51:06.087Z SR 51 pavement project is underway A map shows the project area for the SR 51 I-10 to Shea Boulevard Pavement Rehabilitation project, which began in mid-March and is expected to take six months to complete (graphic courtesy of ADOT). A project to improve the pavement surface along State Route 51 between the Interstate 10 “Mini-Stack” interchange and Shea Boulevard in Phoenix began the weekend of March 13-16, and is expected to take approximately six months to complete. The pavement rehabilitation project by the Arizona Department of Transportation, in coordination with the Maricopa Association of Governments, will run along a 9.5-mile section of State Route 51, between Interstate 10 (Papago Freeway) and Shea Boulevard. The purpose is to extend the life of the pavement and improve the driving experience and safety. The SR 51, I-10 to Shea Boulevard Pavement Rehabilitation project is included in the Regional Transportation Plan for Maricopa County and funded through Proposition 479, a countywide dedicated half-cent sales tax for transportation improvements approved by voters in 2024. This work began with a series of weekend closures along SR 51 so crews can remove the top layer of older, worn asphalt pavement along the nearly 10-mile stretch. They also will use the concrete pavement treatment known as diamond grinding to provide a smoother ride. The process adds small grooves to the pavement to help limit tire noise. The $17.8 million project is scheduled for completion this fall. In addition to weekend closures, the work will require weeknight lane and ramp restrictions or closures. For details about the project, visit www.azdot.gov/projects/central-district-projects and search “SR 51.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d311763fb569bd90850319 Neighbors host Music in the Park te 2026-04-06T01:50:46.455Z Neighbors host Music in the Park The Carnation Association of Neighbors invites the community to its third annual Music in the Park celebration on Sunday, April 12, at Steele Indian School Park, 300 E. Indian School Road, which offers the opportunity to soak up good music, great company and community spirit. The free family-friendly event, held from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., takes place on the amphitheater and along the north edge of the Circle of Life. Enjoy live performances by two outstanding Phoenix bands, with a DJ spinning tunes between sets. Kids will love the face‑painting station and bounce house, while adults can explore a variety of local vendors and sample treats from several food trucks. Learn more at www.carnationassociationaz.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d30f1a3fb569bd908502b9 Artemis II astronaut marvels at 'beauty of creation' in Easter message from deep space te 2026-04-06T01:40:42.472Z Artemis II astronaut marvels at 'beauty of creation' in Easter message from deep space Artemis II astronaut Victor Glover reflected on "the beauty of creation" as he delivered a message of faith and unity from deep space this weekend. Glover, the pilot of the historic lunar mission, was asked by CBS News Saturday about observing the Easter holiday while traveling away from Earth. "I don't have anything prepared. I'm glad you brought it up, though; I think these observances are important," Glover responded. Invoking the Bible and humanity's place in the cosmos, Glover shared his perspective on the uniqueness of Earth. ARTEMIS II ASTRONAUTS FACE TOILET TROUBLE AS THEY HEAD TOWARD THE MOON "As we are so far from Earth and looking at the beauty of creation, I think, for me, one of the really important personal perspectives that I have up here is I can really see the Earth as one thing," Glover said. "When I read the Bible and I look at all the amazing things that were done for us... You guys are talking to us because we're in a spaceship really far from earth, but you’re on a spaceship called Earth that was created to give us a place to live in the universe and the cosmos." Glover emphasized how precious human life is while marveling at the planet's place in the universe. "Maybe the distance we are from you makes you think what we're doing is special, but we're the same distance from you. And I'm trying to tell you — just trust me — you are special," he said. "In all of this emptiness — this is a whole bunch of nothing, this thing we call the universe — you have this oasis, this beautiful place that we get to exist together." ASTRONAUT VICTOR GLOVER PRAISED FOR SAYING MOON MISSION IS 'HUMAN HISTORY,' NOT 'BLACK HISTORY' He said the holiday was an opportunity to reflect on a shared responsibility for unity, regardless of religious background. "I think, as we go into Easter Sunday, thinking about all the cultures all around the world, whether you celebrate it or not, whether you believe in God or not, this is an opportunity for us to remember where we are, who we are, and that we are the same thing, and that we've gotta get through this together." The Artemis II crew includes NASA Commander Reid Wiseman, Pilot Victor Glover, Mission Specialist Christina Koch, and Canadian Space Agency Mission Specialist Jeremy Hansen. The team is making humanity’s first journey to the moon since 1972, following a flight path similar to that of Apollo 13. On Sunday, the crew sent additional Easter greetings and revealed they had celebrated by hiding "eggs" around the spacecraft. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE "We wanted to take a minute to commemorate the holiday that we have at this time of year, something that many religions and many cultures hold dear," Koch said. "We did hide a few eggs around the cabin. They were the dehydrated scrambled egg variety, but we were all pretty happy with them." Hansen also shared a message, emphasizing love as a universal value. "Happy Easter everyone," he said. "We're talking up here as a crew and we did want to send a special Easter message on this day and, no matter your faith or religion, for me the teachings of Jesus were always a very simple truth of love, universal love." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d30cc63fb569bd90850297 Man dies after altercation with police in Mesa te 2026-04-06T01:30:46.325Z Man dies after altercation with police in Mesa The Mesa Police Department said in a release that the man resisted arrest and assaulted officers before being put in handcuffs. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d308153fb569bd90850226 Suspect arrested in connection with the death of Mesa man te 2026-04-06T01:10:45.864Z Suspect arrested in connection with the death of Mesa man Mesa police officers responded to a home near Stapley Drive and Main Street for a welfare check on March 18. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d3037a3fb569bd908501ae Arizona lottery results for Sunday, April 5, 2026 te 2026-04-06T00:51:06.436Z Arizona lottery results for Sunday, April 5, 2026 Powerball - April 1 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d303653fb569bd90850199 And the winner is... Meet the champions of the 2026 Read to the Final Four program te 2026-04-06T00:50:45.814Z And the winner is... Meet the champions of the 2026 Read to the Final Four program The statewide program, presented by Helios Education Foundation, held its championship celebration just before the NCAA Women's Final Four in Phoenix. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2f7aa3fb569bd9084ffdc Warnock likens pro-Trump Christian leaders to those who used Scripture to defend slavery te 2026-04-06T00:00:42.114Z Warnock likens pro-Trump Christian leaders to those who used Scripture to defend slavery Sen. Raphael Warnock, D-Ga., compared Christian leaders who say their faith supports President Donald Trump to religious people who justified slavery in America. During an interview with CNN's Jake Tapper that aired Sunday, Warnock, who serves as the senior pastor at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, was asked several questions about how his Christian faith influences his politics. After saying he prayed for the president but didn't endorse his "ungodly" administration, Tapper asked the Democratic Senator what he thought about pastors who go to the White House to show their support for Trump and believe he was put in office with a divine purpose. "There are a lot of religious leaders who go to the White House and not only pray for the President, but make a show of suggesting that he was chosen by God for this mission," Tapper said. BATTLEGROUND DEM CANDIDATE LINKED PUBLIC DISPLAYS OF FAITH TO POLITICAL VIOLENCE IN 2023 SPEECH "Yeah, they're wrong," Warnock responded, before comparing these leaders to those who skewed Scripture to justify American slavery. "And there were Christians who thought that slavery was, you know, somehow God-like—American chattel slavery—and they justified it. And they used Scriptures to support their position," he continued. "It just so happens that I’m the product of a countervailing tradition that was literally born fighting for freedom. That understood that God didn't create us to be slaves. That’s why the Black Church was emerged." Warnock went on to say the Black Church was a church that began by "correcting the American heresy that somehow tried to reconcile the faith of Jesus to slavery." During the interview, Warnock said he prayed for Trump because he needed "a lot of prayer." SPEAKER JOHNSON USES BIBLE TO JUSTIFY SECURED BORDERS AFTER BEING ASKED ABOUT POPE’S RHETORIC ON MIGRANTS He also said the president needed to be held accountable for his "bigotry" and "cruelty that he is unleashing on American streets through his version of ICE." "I have to be honest about what he’s doing," he told Tapper. "His kind of unabashed, unvarnished bigotry; the cruelty that he is unleashing on American streets through his version of ICE. Those things have to be condemned. And so, for me, prayer and prophetic speech, which holds power accountable—those two things go hand-in-hand. I am not about to be the chaplain, blessing that which is ungodly and unjust." Tapper also pressed Warnock on how he responds to conservative parishioners at his church who disagree with his political views on immigration and abortion. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE "I'm sure you encounter quite a bit, African American members of your church, Baptists who are more socially conservative than you, who say, 'I'm with you on the hunger, I'm with you on the kindness, but Laken Riley was murdered by an undocumented immigrant and I see nothing compassionate about having him in this country,'" Tapper said. "Or they talk about abortion, or other things that maybe are not in line with your politics." "How do you confront that?" he asked. "Oh, we're Baptist," Warnock responded, before saying he welcomes a variety of viewpoints at his church . "We could all use a little bit more grace these days," he added. "Grace for people who don‘t share our point of view." When reached for comment, White House spokeswoman Taylor Rogers told Fox News Digital that, "President Trump made a campaign promise to fight for religious freedom, and he has quickly secured major, commonsense victories for people of faith – from restoring biological truth to protecting parents’ fundamental rights and keeping men out of women’s sports." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2ee4a3fb569bd9084feaf Dawn Staley gives classy answer after Geno Auriemma question following national title loss: 'It's UCLA's day' te 2026-04-05T23:20:42.181Z Dawn Staley gives classy answer after Geno Auriemma question following national title loss: 'It's UCLA's day' South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley was disappointed how the Gamecocks’ season ended on Sunday afternoon in Phoenix, a 79-51 loss to the UCLA Bruins in the national championship game. During her post-game interview, Staley was asked about what happened in the Gamecocks’ prior Final Four matchup against UConn, where she and head coach Geno Auriemma had a tense exchange after South Carolina advanced to the title game for the third year in a row. Rather than hash out more of her thoughts, Staley had a classy response. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "I don’t want – this is UCLA’s day, right? Let’s keep it UCLA, them winning the national championship," Staley told reporters, via The Athletic. "… We’re not going to damper UCLA’s day with it." Before this national title contest, Staley was spotted having a cordial experience greeting UCLA Bruins head coach Cori Close -- a much different experience than how Friday night ended with Auriemma. UCLA WINS FIRST WOMEN'S BASKETBALL NATIONAL TITLE IN PROGRAM HISTORY WITH DOMINANT WIN OVER SOUTH CAROLINA After the Gamecocks defeated the Huskies, Staley and Auriemma went viral with their interaction at midcourt, where Auriemma appeared to enrage Staley before walking off. This time, Staley and Close hugged and shared a few words. During the exchange, Staley "looked around afterward like, ‘see??’", per NBC Sports. Staley was showing a bit of sarcasm, as she noted Auriemma didn’t shake her hand before the Final Four tipped off between the two teams on Friday night. After the Gamecocks’ victory over the Huskies, Staley was asked what exactly happened with Auriemma, though she tried to explain her focus in helping her team lock in for the national title game. If they won, it would’ve been the fourth national championship in the last 10 years for South Carolina. "For me, no distractions at this time. I'm concentrating on winning a national championship, that’s it," Staley said at the time. "That’s a little disheartening. This is sports, sometimes things like this happen. Continue to focus on my team and ability to advance in this tournament and hopefully win another national championship." UCONN'S UNDEFEATED SEASON CRUMBLES AS SOUTH CAROLINA GETS SWEET REVENGE AGAINST REIGNING CHAMPS Auriemma later released a statement, apologizing for his behavior after the loss. "There’s no excuse for how I handled the end of the game vs. South Carolina. It’s unlike what I do and what our standard is here at Connecticut," the Hall of Fame coach said in a statement on Saturday. "I want to apologize to the staff and the team at South Carolina. It was uncalled for in how I reacted. The story should be how well South Carolina played, and I don’t want my actions to detract from that. I’ve had a great relationship with their staff, and I sincerely want to apologize to them." Staley added she had "no idea" why Auriemma was angry after the game, though she guessed perhaps he was ticked off by the lack of handshake before the game on his own end. Either way, Staley was moving forward. "I don’t know what he came with after the game, but, hey, sometimes things get heated. We move on," she said. For UCLA, it was the first time the women’s basketball program has won the national title, as their emotional celebration ensued following the game in Phoenix. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2e7403fb569bd9084fe05 Savannah Guthrie's Easter message reveals anguish as mom missing 63 days te 2026-04-05T22:50:40.754Z Savannah Guthrie's Easter message reveals anguish as mom missing 63 days "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie used an Easter message to reflect on faith, doubt and uncertainty as her mother, Nancy Guthrie, remains missing after 63 days. The message was shared by Good Shepherd New York during its digital Easter gathering on YouTube, where Guthrie delivered a deeply reflective message about navigating grief and unanswered questions during what she described as a difficult season. Nancy Guthrie, 84, was last seen after she was believed to have been taken from her bedroom in northern Tucson, Arizona, around 2 a.m. on Feb. 1. Responding officers found a thin trail of blood droplets leading from the front door to the edge of the driveway. Her back doors were propped open, and a doorbell camera was missing. Investigators later recovered home security footage showing a masked man on the doorstep, who has not been identified. The trail of evidence appeared to end at the driveway, and her whereabouts remain unknown. NANCY GUTHRIE UPDATE: RETIRED K9 OFFICER SAYS DECISION NOT TO USE CADAVER DOGS ‘DEFIES LOGIC’ Guthrie acknowledged that Easter’s promise of hope and new life can feel distant as she faces the uncertainty surrounding her mother’s disappearance. "There are moments in which that promise seems irretrievably far away, when life itself seems far harder than death," Guthrie said. "These moments of deep disappointment with God, the feeling of utter abandonment." Guthrie said that in her recent "season of trial," she questioned whether Jesus experienced the same kind of uncertainty she now feels, particularly the pain of not knowing what comes next or why suffering is unfolding. NANCY GUTHRIE DISAPPEARANCE SPARKED HARROWING 12-HOUR ODYSSEY FOR SAVANNAH "I have wondered – I have questioned – whether Jesus really ever experienced this particular wound that I feel, this grievous and uniquely cruel injury of not knowing, of uncertainty and confusion and answers withheld," she said. "In those darkest moments I have thought, bitterly and perhaps irreverently, that I have stumbled upon a feeling that Jesus did not know." She said her perspective began to shift as she reflected on the period between the crucifixion and resurrection, a span she described as often overlooked but central to understanding faith in moments of uncertainty. "After Jesus died, after he breathed his last, what did he actually know?" Guthrie said. "Did he think his time in the grave would be a day or two or a thousand years? In the grave, does his agony seem indefinite to him? That torment of uncertainty? The way indefinite pain can feel eternal? Perhaps he did know this feeling after all." SHERIFF SHRUGS OFF MISSTEPS IN NANCY GUTHRIE CASE, CALLS FOR CAPTOR TO ‘LET HER GO’ AS FAMILY PLEADS FOR HELP Guthrie said that realization helped her reframe her own experience, describing life as existing in a kind of "meantime" — a period marked by waiting, unanswered questions and the absence of clear resolution. She said that in those moments, people can feel unsure, lost, abandoned, disappointed and forgotten, even as faith calls them to trust in a future they cannot yet see. Despite that struggle, Guthrie said her faith remains rooted in the belief that God is present even without immediate answers, offering comfort not through certainty, but through presence. "It is the darkness that makes this morning’s light so magnificent, so blindingly beautiful," Guthrie said. "It is all the brighter because it is so desperately needed." "So I close my eyes this morning and I feel the sunshine," she continued. "I see a bright vision of the day when heaven and earth pass away because they are one on earth as it is in heaven." "When we celebrate today, this is what we celebrate, and I celebrate, too," she said. "I still believe. And so I say with conviction, happy Easter." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2e5113fb569bd9084fdc9 Arnold Schwarzenegger's son follows his famous father's footsteps with first place bodybuilding win te 2026-04-05T22:41:21.873Z Arnold Schwarzenegger's son follows his famous father's footsteps with first place bodybuilding win Joseph Baena's professional bodybuilding career is off to a swinging start. Baena, 28, took home first place at the International Natural Bodybuilding Association's (INBA) Iron Gladiator competition in Southern California. When asked why he chose to compete through INBA, Arnold Schwarzenegger's son admitted he was "excited" to show off his hard work. "[It's] my second competition ever," Baena said on social media before the event. "We're ready for the debut and excited to get things going." ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER'S SON DOMINATES BODYBUILDING DEBUT WITH MULTIPLE FIRST-PLACE WINS He added, "They just seem like the most reputable natural federation, and so I wanted to be a part of something like that ... I wanted to test them out. For his Iron Gladiator win, Baena wielded a silver sword and a helmet while posing on stage in black swimwear. KATHERINE SCHWARZENEGGER PRATT SAYS SHE’D LEAVE HOLLYWOOD BUT ONLY IF HER FAMOUS FAMILY GOES TOO Last weekend, Baena took followers through the competition flow as he prepped to show off his hard work to judges before earning first in the Men’s Open Bodybuilding Heavy Weight Class, Men’s Classic Physique True Novice, and the Men’s Classic Physique Novice. APP USERS CLICK HERE TO VIEW POST He also took home second place in the Men’s Classic Physique Open Class C. "Tanned up and checked in! Ready for tomorrow’s show," Baena wrote in a carousel of behind-the-scenes images. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER He thanked his friends and family for the sweet messages, but admitted there was still work to be done. APP USERS CLICK HERE TO VIEW POST "Time to do it again on Saturday," he wrote over a flexing image from the stage in Colorado.  The event, which is a national qualifier, is also part of the NPC natural athlete pathway to the Olympia. WATCH: ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER TRAINS LOOKALIKE SON JOSEPH BAENA AT GYM AS BODYBUILDING BUZZ GROWS Schwarzenegger won seven Mr. Olympia titles throughout his bodybuilding career, set a record for six consecutive wins, and was the youngest-ever winner in 1970 when he was 23 years old. Last week, Baena shared a look at his training regimen with the "Kindergarten Cop" actor coaching him on the sidelines. "You have to shock the muscles!" he captioned a snap with his famous bodybuilder father. In a video obtained by Fox News Digital, Schwarzenegger carefully adjusted Baena’s positioning to ensure optimal muscle growth. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Baena has been carving out his own path — from acting roles, including the 2024 action thriller "Gunner," to landing a Men’s Health cover — while navigating inevitable comparisons to his father. "It's been a huge growth year of me finding out who I am and really being secure … confident … no matter what the challenges are, what the comparisons are," Baena previously told Fox News Digital. Baena added, "The message that I wanted to get across was, there’s a lot of people out there with very accomplished parents … and it’s scary. It’s scary to get compared to these giants and to have the feeling like you need to live up to these expectations." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2e4fe3fb569bd9084fdc0 Painter sues Bill Belichick over injuries allegedly suffered while working at his home te 2026-04-05T22:41:02.391Z Painter sues Bill Belichick over injuries allegedly suffered while working at his home North Carolina Tar Heels football coach Bill Belichick was sued on Thursday over an alleged incident that occurred at his Massachusetts home in June 2024. Painter Andrew Jackson sued Forty Five Fair Street LLC, a company managed by Belichick, in Nantucket Superior Court. Jackson said in his lawsuit that "construction practices created an unsafe work area for workers at the premises" and, because of that, he suffered injuries after a fall. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "As a direct and proximate result of the fall, plaintiff sustained serious bodily injuries including a severe right ankle injury, together with pain, disability, medical expenses, lost wages, and other consequential damages," the lawsuit stated. The filing added that Jackson received workers’ compensation benefits after the fall but "retains his rights to pursue this third-party negligence action against non-employer responsible parties." The lawsuit said that Belichick’s company should have made sure the construction site was in a safe-working condition. BILL BELICHICK DOWNPLAYS HALL OF FAME CONTROVERSY, SAYS FOCUS REMAINS ON NORTH CAROLINA FOOTBALL "Defendant breached its duties by, among other things: a. causing, permitting, or allowing unsafe conditions to exist at the premises; b. failing to maintain the work area in a reasonably safe condition; c. failing to inspect the premises adequately; d. failing to remedy hazardous conditions it knew or should have known about; e. failing to warn Plaintiff of dangerous conditions; and f. otherwise acting negligently in the ownership, operation, management, supervision, maintenance, and control of the premises." Jackson is seeking nearly $300,000, according to the Nantucket Current, which first reported the lawsuit. Fox News Digital reached out to Belichick’s representatives for comment. Belichick bought the Nantucket property for $4.8 million in 2024, according to Boston.com. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2e4ea3fb569bd9084fdb7 Ex-CIA station chief reveals how agency exploited Iranian communication channels during airman rescue te 2026-04-05T22:40:42.858Z Ex-CIA station chief reveals how agency exploited Iranian communication channels during airman rescue Former CIA station chief Dan Hoffman said on "The Sunday Briefing" that a reported agency deception campaign may have helped draw Iranian forces away from a missing U.S. airman, offering new insight into the mission that culminated in a daring rescue behind enemy lines. It was reported that the CIA attempted to deceive the Iranians into believing the U.S. was gearing up for a maritime rescue, Hoffman said, when in reality, the airman was exfiltrated from the mountains. TRUMP VOWS US WILL STRIKE IRAN’S POWER PLANTS, BRIDGES IF STRAIT OF HORMUZ IS NOT REOPENED The CIA also assisted in tracking both the missing airman and enemy forces, he said. "The CIA was there to track [the airman's] location... And then at the same time, the CIA is tracking Iranian security forces, their movements, their efforts to find and fix the location of our airman. And then, at the same time, running this deception operation, an extraordinary operation." INSIDE THE DARING RESCUE OF AIRMAN BEHIND ENEMY LINES: HOW CIA ASSISTED WITH 'DECEPTION CAMPAIGN' "I've heard it referred to as looking for a needle in a haystack. I think it's more like a needle in a stack of needles. Extraordinarily difficult," said Hoffman. His comments follow the rescue early Sunday morning of a U.S. Air Force Weapons System Officer (WSO) who had ejected from his F-15E fighter jet over Iran. The WSO spent roughly 36 hours in hiding. Hoffman said he would need to rely on the skills he learned at the military's Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape (SERE) school. On the intelligence side, Hoffman said the strategy could have been much simpler. The CIA just needed to drop the false information where they knew Iran would hear it. "The CIA would have looked to find those channels of communication that we know we can exploit that the Iranian security force are listening to. Iran has a... pretty developed cyber capability. And what we would have done is simply supplied some information there, some of it true, to establish the bona fides of the channel that we were using, and then this deception operation would have been run in that channel," Hoffman said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2e27d3fb569bd9084fd73 Trump’s Lesson From Risky Rescue: Threaten to Go Harder at Iran te 2026-04-05T22:30:21.916Z Trump’s Lesson From Risky Rescue: Threaten to Go Harder at Iran In an expletive-laced social media post, the president said Iran should open the Strait of Hormuz or he would bomb bridges and power plants. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2e0393fb569bd9084fd3b UCLA wins first women's basketball national title in program history with dominant win over South Carolina te 2026-04-05T22:20:41.705Z UCLA wins first women's basketball national title in program history with dominant win over South Carolina For the first time in program history, the UCLA Bruins are the women’s basketball national champions. The Bruins took down the South Carolina Gamecocks, the team led by Dawn Staley that had reached the national title game three consecutive seasons and won it in 2024, in dominant fashion, 79-51. Staley’s squad did not look like it did against UConn in the Final Four, as they couldn’t figure things out offensively. A lot of that had to do with suffocating UCLA defense, but the Bruins weren’t having the same trouble when they had the ball in their hands. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM By the end of the third quarter, the Bruins had a whopping 29-point lead over the Gamecocks, 61-32, as UCLA held South Carolina to just 24% shooting from the floor compared to their 43%. In the end, UCLA made 43% of its shots compared to South Carolina's 29%, which is always the goal for a team looking to win a title. BASKETBALL LEGEND CANDACE PARKER TAKES AIM AT GENO AURIEMMA AFTER DAWN STALEY CONFRONTATION It’s been a long time coming for Close, who has been leading the Bruins since the 2011-12 season. Last season marked the first time UCLA has been to the Final Four in the women’s NCAA Tournament as a program, though they fell to the UConn Huskies, 85-51. This time, it was the Bruins getting the job done against Texas, 51-44, to secure a spot for the national title. Of course, it wasn’t expected to be an easy feat against the Gamecocks, who handled UConn, 62-48, which resulted in a now-viral exchange between Staley and Geno Auriemma at midcourt. However, Close has the right formula, and the Bruins executed it to a tee on Sunday afternoon to be crowned champions. All five starters for Close finished the game with double-digit points, with Gabriela Jaquez, the sister of ex-Bruins men’s basketball star and current Miami Heat guard Jaime Jaquez, leading the charge with 21 on 8-of-14 shooting. She also finished with a double-double after hauling in 10 rebounds. Lauren Betts had herself a double-double, too, finishing the game with 14 points and 11 rebounds. Gianna Kneepkens (15 points, four assists), Charlisse Leger-Walker (10 points, four rebounds) and Kiki Rice (10 points, six rebounds, five assists) helped the Bruins keep the pace against the Gamecocks, who couldn’t get the game closer. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2dbad3fb569bd9084fcc9 Elizabeth Hurley strips down to bikini bottoms for racy photo while posing in a flower field te 2026-04-05T22:01:17.520Z Elizabeth Hurley strips down to bikini bottoms for racy photo while posing in a flower field Elizabeth Hurley went topless in a recent Instagram post. The actress posed in a field of flowers while clutching her bare chest. The English star only wore tiny yellow bikini bottoms in the image shared to her her Instagram. The 60-year-old star captioned the racy image: "Spring has sprung! Today, I sought some Vitamin D in beautiful Herefordshire, wearing nothing but @elizabethhurleybeach and @clinique SPF. As long as you protect your skin, a bit of sunshine is really good for you, both mentally and beauty wise, so… cream up and GET OUTSIDE." ELIZABETH HURLEY STUNS FANS IN RED BIKINI POST FROM VACATION Hurley wore minimal makeup in the post, with her brunette locks loose around her. Fans complimented the star in the comments section, writing: "Wow you are so beautiful," and "You are unbearably beautiful beyond belief." Just days prior, Hurley posted on on Instagram featuring her lounging in bed in a pair of red bikini bottoms and a white sweater. ELIZABETH HURLEY'S STRIKING RED BIKINI PHOTOS EARN PRAISE FROM SUPERMODEL HEIDI KLUM "I don’t personally guzzle weird green juices or take a load of supplements - but I’ve drunk two mugs of warm water first thing every morning for as long as I remember, and I swear by it (and it’s free)," she wrote as the caption for the post.  In one of the photos, the actress is on her side with one arm over her head as she flashes a smile toward the camera while lounging in bed. Another photo shows her standing in front of a wall with the same outfit on, smiling at the camera. ELIZABETH HURLEY WOWS IN RED BIKINI BOTTOMS AND SWEATER AS SHE CREDITS ONE DAILY HABIT FOR AGELESS APPEARANCE Last summer, the actress shared her best tips for taking bikini pictures outside. "BAN overhead sunlight," she wrote. "When shooting bikinis, sunrise or sunset are your best friends … We shot this at 7am… By 8am, I was lounging around in one of my equally flattering @elizabethhurleybeach kaftans, feeling glamorous AND shielded from the lethal sun." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER In March, Hurley dug into her archives to re-wear the Versace dress she wore 27 years ago at the 1999 Met Gala. She shared a side-by-side image of herself wearing the dress in 1999 and again during an adventure in India in 2026. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS The dress, which Hurley first wore when she was 33, has a low neckline that's pulled together with a flower embellishment. The black dress also has a high slit. According to InStyle, Hurley paired her look with a $50,000 Bulgari necklace. The necklace is encrusted with 2.07 carats of diamonds on their signature snake design. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2d6c63fb569bd9084fc52 ICE Agents Detain Newlywed Spouse of Soldier Training to Deploy te 2026-04-05T21:40:22.637Z ICE Agents Detain Newlywed Spouse of Soldier Training to Deploy The 22-year-old wife of an Army staff sergeant came to the U.S. as a toddler. She was taken from a military base where the couple planned to live. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2d4823fb569bd9084fc1b The Chainsmokers' Final Four concert draws backlash from fans: 'Who asked for this?' te 2026-04-05T21:30:42.922Z The Chainsmokers' Final Four concert draws backlash from fans: 'Who asked for this?' The Chainsmokers, the electronic music duo, performed in between Final Four games on Saturday night at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, marking the first-ever Final Four concert for the NCAA Tournament. However, some fans, including prominent figures in sports, were not happy with the NCAA’s decision to have the performance happen in the first place. Barstool Sports’ Dave Portnoy, ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt and others took their frustrations to social media, as they saw The Chainsmokers take the stage following UConn’s victory over Illinois in the first Final Four matchup at Lucas Oil Stadium. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "This Chainsmokers concert in between games is playing off like somebody lost a bet," Portnoy tweeted on Saturday night. "I like the Chainsmokers but nothing has ever made less sense than this." One of the main reasons fans had an issue with the concert was the starting time for Michigan-Arizona, which was written as 8:49 p.m. ET. However, tipoff didn’t come until around 9:20 p.m., which was an hour after UConn-Illinois finished. UCONN'S DAN HURLEY HEARS BOOS AFTER FINAL FOUR WIN OVER ILLINOIS Portnoy is a well-known Michigan fan, so he was very glad to see the delay didn’t hurt his Wolverines in the end. But Van Pelt was also shocked to see the performance take place. "Who asked for this?" he wrote on social media. A fan followed up in the comments, asking what he had against the Chainsmokers. "Not one thing. Just an odd spot," Van Pelt replied. Michigan handled Arizona easily in its 91-73 win, leading by 30 points at one moment in the contest. They will take on UConn in the national championship game on Monday night at Lucas Oil. Wolverines senior star Yaxel Lendeborg was injured in the victory, though he’s battling through a sprained MCL and an ankle injury. He was asked if there was any chance he would miss the national title game, to which he replied, "Absolutely not," per Yahoo Sports. Lendeborg played only 14 minutes, scoring 11 points with three rebounds and one assist. It was Aday Mara leading the charge for the Wolverines on the offensive end, as he drilled 11 of his 16 shots for 26 points with nine rebounds and three assists. Trey McKenney also added 16 points off the bench for Dusty May’s squad, including four made three-pointers. Michigan makes a return to the national championship game for the first time since 2018, which they lost to Villanova, 79-62. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2cfd13fb569bd9084fb94 Neal Schon and bandmate Jonathan Cain battle lawsuits and politics as Journey's farewell tour rolls on te 2026-04-05T21:10:41.886Z Neal Schon and bandmate Jonathan Cain battle lawsuits and politics as Journey's farewell tour rolls on Journey's farewell world tour is currently underway — despite Neal Schon and Jonathan Cain being in the midst of lawsuits, politics and bad blood. Schon and Cain have been at odds, largely due Cain’s support for President Trump, his religious views and differing opinions on how to run the band. In an interview with Rolling Stone magazine, Schon said: "I stick by the roots of how we started and what was embedded in me from Herbie Herbert with all the original guys." "We were never going to affiliate politics with our music, and we’re never going to affiliate any one religion, not that we’re unreligious. Everybody has their own religion," Schon said. SHINEDOWN SLAMMED BY FANS AS ‘COWARDS’ AFTER DOUBLING DOWN ON DECISION TO EXIT ROCK THE COUNTRY FESTIVAL "But why attach yourself into one portion of something? Why be red? Why be blue? Why be green?" he continued. "Because you know what? You’re going to lose half your fans when you do that. It’s everybody’s music. I just don’t agree with it. I still don’t. And it’s probably one of the reasons that things are still a bit shaky," Schon noted. The outlet also said that Cain choosing to perform "Don’t Stop Believin'" at Mar-a-Lago in 2022 with Kimberly Guilfoyle, Kari Lake and Marjorie Taylor Greene didn’t sit well with Schon. KISS ICON GENE SIMMONS TELLS CELEBRITIES MARK RUFFALO, BEN STILLER TO 'SHUT THE F--- UP' ABOUT POLITICS Schon and Cain both co-own the Journey trademark and have been back and forth about the band’s corporate credit card and the alleged misuse of it, per the magazine. Cain also wanted to have a third director appointed that was neutral to help mediate disputes. Despite the legal issues, Schon and Cain are currently underway with lead singer Arnel Pineda, drummer Deen Castronovo, keyboardist Jason Derlatka, and bassist Todd Jensen for the farewell tour, which kicked off in February. COUNTRY STAR TRACY LAWRENCE CALLS OUT ‘DIVISIVE’ POLITICAL CLIMATE: MUSIC SHOULD BRING US 'ALL TOGETHER’ "The music we’ve created together is amazing. And so, you have to celebrate that music with the fans. The fans are incredible," Schon said to Rolling Stone. "When I’m onstage, I don’t think about any of that," he added. However, off the stage is a different story. POISON’S DRUMMER CLAIMS BRET MICHAELS’ 600% PAY DEMAND LED TO 40TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR CANCELLATION "I feel like I get one [lawsuit] served every week from his camp," Schon said. "It’s like, ‘Jesus Christ!’ And learned to defend myself, really… I remember every aspect of everything that’s gone down," he said. "I’ve been sober for 18 years completely, and my memory is sharp. I know everything about every Journey contract, every LLC, every corporation. So I feel very confident about being able to stand up to anything that I need to," Schon noted. PAUL MCCARTNEY REVEALS EXPLOSIVE 'F--- YOU, JOHN' MOMENT AFTER BEATLES LAWSUIT Schon also wished Cain a happy birthday despite their personal and legal issues. "I’m sure we’ll talk soon, but he just got out of here. And there’s been so much that’s gone on. I hate all these attorneys. It’s so nuts," Schon said to the outlet, adding, "There’s just so much ongoing noise. And I just want some f------ peace, for real. I’m just really tired of all the legal [battles]. It’s meaningless to me. I don’t have any time for it. I turn 72 today. I’m no youngster." "I still have a lot of fire in my soul and energy to do things, but I also want to feel comfortable," he continued. "Jon made a statement a while ago that this was his farewell. And so, I’m treating it as such." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER On alienating fans due to his outspoken views according to Schon, Cain told Rolling Stone that he doesn’t care. "It has nothing to do with politics or anything partisan. I believe in policy, and what I stand for, because it affects my life. It affects my taxes I pay. It affects everything we do," he said. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Cain said he was a Democrat, voted for Bill Clinton, but is now a Republican. He is also married to Paula White-Cain, who is a televangelist and senior advisor to the White House Faith Office.  "I vote for the best guy. I vote for the best policy. And I’m not in love with any party. I just like to see the country going in the right direction," he noted. Cain said that he doesn’t make speeches about his beliefs, but he "will stand up" for what he believes in.  "And if somebody asks me about Trump," he said, "I tell them what I think." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2cd7c3fb569bd9084fae7 Tori Spelling, children taken to hospital after Southern California car crash te 2026-04-05T21:00:44.868Z Tori Spelling, children taken to hospital after Southern California car crash Tori Spelling is recovering following a car crash ahead of Easter weekend, Fox News Digital confirmed. Deputies responded to the scene in Temecula, Calif., just before 6 p.m. on Thursday following reports of a two-vehicle collision, authorities said. Spelling's representatives confirmed the "Beverly Hills, 90210" actress was taken to a hospital following the crash. Additionally, four of her children and three of their friends were "transported to the hospital in three separate ambulances." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Authorities confirmed no arrests were made on scene. TORI SPELLING SETS THE RECORD STRAIGHT ON 30 YEARS OF PLASTIC SURGERY RUMORS "On April 2, 2026, at 5:44 p.m., deputies were dispatched to the 28000 block of Rancho California Road regarding a vehicle collision," the Riverside Sheriff's Department said in a statement provided to Fox News Digital. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "Upon arrival, deputies located two vehicles with collision damage. All occupants were medically evaluated at the scene." The cause of the collision remains under investigation. The "Beverly Hills, 90210" star has five children with ex-husband Dean McDermott: Liam, Finn, Beau, Stella and Hattie. It is unclear who was in the car with Spelling and what further medical services were required off-site. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2c8b53fb569bd9084fa50 A Food Pantry Network Suddenly Shuttered, Leaving Thousands Scrambling te 2026-04-05T20:40:21.724Z A Food Pantry Network Suddenly Shuttered, Leaving Thousands Scrambling Ruby’s Pantry had 85 locations in communities in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and Iowa. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2c6853fb569bd9084fa14 Retired F-16 pilot says rescued US airman's survival in Iran highlights intense evasion training te 2026-04-05T20:31:01.082Z Retired F-16 pilot says rescued US airman's survival in Iran highlights intense evasion training Downed over enemy territory and forced to evade capture, a U.S. airman’s survival highlights the high-stakes training that prepares pilots for the worst, a former Air Force fighter pilot said Sunday. "As a F-16 fighter pilot, I'll tell you that the last thing we do before we step to go fly a combat sortie is we brief up the CSAR mission and understanding what will happen if we have to get out of that aircraft," Lt. Col. Dan Rooney told "Fox & Friends Weekend." "And we have a motto, 'Stay ready so you don't have to get ready,'" he said. U.S. forces rescued a missing U.S. weapons system officer from a downed F-15E in Iran following a multiday search inside enemy territory as Iranian forces simultaneously searched the area. The pilot, who also ejected from the jet in Khuzestan Province, was rescued Friday morning. President Donald Trump touted the recovery mission as an "Easter miracle." Rooney said pilots undergo extensive survival and evasion training to prepare for worst-case scenarios, including being shot down behind enemy lines. TRUMP CALLS RESCUE OF DOWNED AIR FORCE PILOT AN 'EASTER MIRACLE' PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP BRIEFED ON DOWNED F-15 FIGHTER JET IN IRAN "We are very prepared to escape and evade and set ourselves up in a position to get rescued," he said. In such situations, Rooney explained, downed airmen are trained to move quickly after ejection, avoid populated areas and remain as concealed as possible while awaiting recovery forces. They are also trained to reach areas where rescue could be more easily achieved. "Be small, be stealthy, get high, so you can be rescued," Rooney said, describing the basic survival principles. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Those tactics, he said, are critical in the hours and days immediately following ejection, when a downed airman is most vulnerable and must avoid detection while awaiting rescue attempts. "It’s a race against time in these moments," Rooney said. "And thank God that we won that race," he said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2c65e3fb569bd9084fa09 3 Dead After High Winds Topple Tree During Easter Egg Hunt in Germany te 2026-04-05T20:30:22.055Z 3 Dead After High Winds Topple Tree During Easter Egg Hunt in Germany A 21-year-old woman, her baby and a 16-year-old girl were killed after a nearly 100-foot tree fell in a wooded area in northeast Germany, the police said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2bf583fb569bd9084f929 Islanders fire head coach Patrick Roy with four games left in the season amid playoff race te 2026-04-05T20:00:24.135Z Islanders fire head coach Patrick Roy with four games left in the season amid playoff race The New York Islanders have fired head coach Patrick Roy despite being in a tight playoff race. Islanders GM Mathieu Darche announced the change from Roy to Peter DeBoer, who was fired by the Dallas Stars in June 2025. The move comes with just four games left in the regular season for the Islanders, who sit on a four-game losing streak entering Sunday. And the streak comes with seven losses in their last 10 games. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM As the NHL standings sit entering Sunday, the Islanders, who were once comfortably in position to reach the Stanley Cup Playoffs, sit third in the Metropolitan division with 89 points, which would give them a slot if the season ended today. However, the Philadelphia Flyers (88 points) and Columbus Blue Jackets (88) are gunning for that third and final divisional spot in the few games remaining. As a result, the Islanders are making the surprise change in hopes DeBoer can get them into the playoffs over the next week. HOCKEY OFFICIALS REJECT CANADIAN COACH'S COMPLAINTS OF 3-ON-3 OVERTIME RULES AFTER OLYMPIC LOSS Roy’s exit comes after a loss where the Carolina Hurricanes, who already secured a playoff spot, out shot them 40-16 in a 4-3 loss for New York. The Islanders are not the only NHL team making a change at head coach with just days left in the regular season. The Vegas Golden Knights axed Bruce Cassidy from his role, hiring veteran coach John Tortorella on an interim basis last week. Like the Islanders, the Golden Knights (86) have the third and final position in their division, though the race is a bit more comfortable for Vegas with a five-point lead over the Los Angeles Kings. But, while Tortorella is an interim move for Vegas, the Islanders are keeping DeBoer intact heading into the 2026-27 campaign. DeBoer has been head coach of five different franchises over his extensive coaching career. He owns a career 662-447-152 record in 1,261 games with the Florida Panthers, New Jersey Devils, San Jose Sharks, Golden Knights and the Stars, who he led for the past three seasons before his firing. DeBoer wasn’t with a team this season, but he’s stepping up for the opportunity to help turn the tides on Long Island, as the Islanders hope to make the playoffs after missing out the previous two seasons. While DeBoer hasn’t coached this season, he was a part of Jon Cooper’s Team Canada staff for the Milan Cortina Olympics earlier this year. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2bd013fb569bd9084f8e2 White House faith advisor says Americans are leaving organized religion but not losing faith in God te 2026-04-05T19:50:25.269Z White House faith advisor says Americans are leaving organized religion but not losing faith in God White House faith advisor Paula White-Cain shared an Easter message of hope and redemption while pushing back on data showing declining religious affiliation in the United States. "Without a real relationship with God, I don't know how people really make it. And He loves you, He wants you, He desires you, and He made a way to come to Him freely through His Son, Jesus Christ," White-Cain said on Saturday's "My View with Lara Trump." "I love that He said He came to give us life and life more abundantly. That's the message. It's a message of hope, a message of love, a message of forgiveness and a message of reconciliation and redemption," she said. 'JESUS CROWN OF THORNS' FINAL SEASON ARRIVES ON FOX NATION DURING CHRISTIANITY'S HOLIEST WEEK OF THE YEAR White-Cain’s remarks come as recent polling shows a drop in Americans who say religion is important in their lives and a rise in those who identify with no specific faith. The apparent shift, she argued, reflects a move away from organized religion rather than a decline in belief, pointing to what she described as growing interest in faith among younger Americans and rising Bible sales. JONATHAN ROUMIE REVEALS ‘INTENSE’ SPIRITUAL TOLL OF FILMING CHRIST'S CRUCIFIXION FOR ‘THE CHOSEN’ "It's not that most people are not believers or that they believe in God. In fact, atheists are less than 5%. It's that they aren't belonging as much, and our culture has changed," she said. White-Cain suggested a range of factors could be driving the decline in formal affiliation, including skepticism toward institutions and a desire for more authentic expressions of faith. "It means that they've dropped off of the institutions. Maybe it's their denomination or what their parents grew up in, but they are connected to God," White-Cain said, pointing to movements of young people pursuing faith and getting baptized. "There are people that don't like necessarily the restrictions or rigidity, and they're looking in different places for authenticity and for purpose," she said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2baa53fb569bd9084f887 Polymarket took down wagers tied to rescue of downed Air Force officer te 2026-04-05T19:40:21.321Z Polymarket took down wagers tied to rescue of downed Air Force officer A Democratic congressman had harsh criticism for Polymarket for allowing users to bet on the date the U.S. would confirm the rescue of Air Force service members shot down over Iran. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2b84e3fb569bd9084f849 A Harrowing Race Against Time to Find a Downed U.S. Airman in Iran te 2026-04-05T19:30:22.578Z A Harrowing Race Against Time to Find a Downed U.S. Airman in Iran For the Iranians, the Air Force colonel whose fighter jet had been shot down was possible leverage. For the U.S. military, finding him was a moral imperative. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2b39e3fb569bd9084f7c9 Reese Witherspoon’s daughter lands surprise role with Miranda Lambert in Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ video te 2026-04-05T19:10:22.155Z Reese Witherspoon’s daughter lands surprise role with Miranda Lambert in Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ video Ava Phillippe is following in her famous parents' footsteps with a starring role in a new music video. The 26-year-old rising star made an appearance in country star Ella Langley's latest music video for "Choosin’ Texas," which dropped on Wednesday, April 1. In the music video, which also stars Miranda Lambert, Luke Grimes and Kaitlin Butts, Ava plays a woman at a bar who catches the eye of Langley's boyfriend in the video, played by Grimes. It is then revealed in a series of flashbacks that Grimes and Ava's characters have a history and were previously linked romantically. After Langley notices Grimes can't keep his eyes off of Ava, she seeks out Lambert's help, with the two ultimately taking off together, leaving Grimes' character outside the bar on his own. LAINEY WILSON REVEALS KEITH URBAN'S BRUTAL 5-WORD REALITY CHECK WHEN SHE COMPLAINED ABOUT GRUELING SCHEDULE "This was such a fun shoot & I couldn’t be more grateful to be included in this stellar cast," Ava wrote on Instagram. "Ella is a true storyteller & getting to witness her creativity up close has me even more excited to see what she does next." Ava is no stranger to the glitz and glam that comes with being on a set, as she grew up with actress, Reese Witherspoon, and actor, Ryan Phillippe, as her mom and dad. Witherspoon spoke about Ava finding her footing in the acting world during an interview with Extra in March 2024, telling the outlet that her daughter was still "getting her feet wet" while trying to "figure out exactly what it is she wants to do." "That's what always annoys me about this whole nepotism talk with the industry," he explained. "You know, so many people grow up and end up doing what their parents do, you know, to some degree or another. ... To me, I always get offended for the children of actors and entertainers when people bring that up because, yeah, of course, that's what they've grown up around." Her parents are known for their work together in "Cruel Intentions," as well as Witherspoon's roles in "Legally Blonde," "Big Little Lies," and "Walk the Line," for which she won an Academy Award. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Prior to starring in Langley's music video, Ava appeared in one episode of both "Ransom Canyon" and "Doctor Odyssey." Langley initially released "Choosin' Texas" in October 2025, and it went to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 for the first time in February. After getting dethroned by Bad Bunny’s "DTMF" and later Taylor Swift’s "Opalite," Langley found her way back on top in early March. The song continued to drop down in placement and find its way back to the top, climbing back to No. 1 for a fourth time on March 28, making Langley the artist who has been at the top spot the most so far in 2026, with four appearances in that spot. Her fourth appearance at the top of the list officially dethroned Swift, who went number one three times so far this year, for her songs, "The Fate of Ophelia" and "Opalite." LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Lambert not only appeared in the music video for the song, she also co-wrote the hit with Langley. When speaking with Country Countdown USA in March, Langley shared that both she and Lambert were "baffled" by the success of the song. "We were talking on FaceTime the other night. We’ve made history with this song, both just baffled and grateful. We loved the song, but never thought it would do this. There’s no way you can predict it," she said. "She said to me, ‘You are more important than this job.’ She made me care for myself. Having someone like that made me feel like I’m okay." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2b1453fb569bd9084f772 Copilot is ‘for entertainment purposes only,’ according to Microsoft’s terms of use te 2026-04-05T19:00:21.064Z Copilot is ‘for entertainment purposes only,’ according to Microsoft’s terms of use AI skeptics aren’t the only ones warning users not to unthinkingly trust models’ outputs — that’s what the AI companies say themselves in their terms of service. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2ac963fb569bd9084f703 Airman rescue shows U.S. can penetrate enemy territory 'anywhere' in Iran, former Pentagon official warns te 2026-04-05T18:40:22.712Z Airman rescue shows U.S. can penetrate enemy territory 'anywhere' in Iran, former Pentagon official warns A former Pentagon official said the rescue of a U.S. airman in Iran served as more than a recovery mission, saying it was a warning to Tehran that the United States can penetrate anywhere in Iranian territory to carry out operations ranging from rescues to securing sensitive targets. "This demonstrates to the Iranian leadership that we can get anywhere that we so choose and hold ground as long as we desire to accomplish a mission," Brent Sadler, a retired Navy captain, said on "Fox & Friends Weekend" Sunday. TRUMP CALLS RESCUE OF DOWNED AIR FORCE PILOT AN 'EASTER MIRACLE' "Not only can we rescue our pilots, but we can also go to where we need to secure nuclear equipment or the remainders of their leadership." Sadler's comments come after the rescue of a U.S. Air Force weapons system officer (WSO) early Sunday morning local time after roughly 36 hours in hiding. The pilot and WSO ejected from an F-15E fighter jet when it was downed over Iran on Friday. The pilot was rescued that morning. IRAN GUARDS RECRUITING CHILDREN AS YOUNG AS 12, PUTTING THEM ON FRONT LINES OF WAR Sadler said there have been reports that intelligence agencies and special forces from various military services were involved in the operation, and that America's regional allies also played a part. "Our Gulf partners would have had to have given some clearance for the aircraft to fly through. They wouldn't know what it was for, and, of course, the Israelis, I think they [were] deeply integrated into this, to shift their targets and their attacks so that it would draw the Iranians away or keep them busy as we focused in on locating and exfiltrating our pilot." Sadler added that the daring operation dashed any hopes Iran had of using the downed airman "for political purposes" or to stop U.S. military operations and said the successful rescue mission should underscore the seriousness of President Donald Trump's Monday deadline for Iranian leaders to return to the negotiating table. "Despite going and hunting down and successfully exfiltrating our pilot, the operations and the attacks continued, which means that deadline that President Trump has given is very serious and the regime in Tehran better take it as such, because there's a lot more that's coming their way if not." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2a5f23fb569bd9084f64a Lola Vice ascends to top of WWE NXT women's division, picking up women's title at Stand & Deliver te 2026-04-05T18:12:02.632Z Lola Vice ascends to top of WWE NXT women's division, picking up women's title at Stand & Deliver The top three women in WWE NXT vying for the women’s championship led off Stand & Deliver on Saturday in St. Louis, Missouri. Jacy Jayne hoped to defend the NXT women’s title against Kendal Grey and Lola Vice. In the end, it was Vice who was holding the NXT Women’s Championship. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM The match was fast-paced and featured hard-hitting action as all competitors tried to make quick work of each other. Grey and Vice quickly picked up where they left off on Tuesday night. The two grappled for control and tried to get quick pins on each other after throwing Jayne out of the ring. No woman had the upper hand in the very beginning, but the match quickly moved outside the ring. Jayne threw Grey into the stairs while Vice hit a Meteora on the champ to take advantage. Jayne came in with some momentum. She already defeated Grey and Vice in the past. She had her Toxic Influence stablemates, Fallon Henley and Lainey Reid, on the outside of the ring and in her corner. Grey also had the backing of Wren Sinclar, while Vice only had herself. Jayne tried her darndest to keep it a one-on-one match, tossing either Grey or Vice out of the ring to keep the numbers even inside of it. She showed her veteran abilities often throughout the match. WWE'S SOL RUCA 'CONTENT' WITH BEING AT NXT FOR AS LONG AS MANAGEMENT NEEDS HER But Grey, who won the Iron Survivor Challenge when she was still the Evolve women’s champion, would not be beaten down – neither would Vice. The Cuban American pro wrestler used her own mixed martial arts background to keep her opponents at bay. Just as Jayne thought she was going to get a pin on Grey, Vice – who was on the outside of the ring – put Grey’s foot on the rope to break the count. Toxic Influence got into the mix, but Sinclar hit a crossbody on the outside and sent Jayne’s partners running. Vice tried to put Grey into a sleeper. Jayne forced Grey out of the ring. Vice hit Jayne with a spinning backfist and pinned Jayne for the win. It is Vice’s first title reign and she becomes a double champion with the victory as she also holds the AAA world mixed tag team championship with Mr. Iguana. She’s the first Cuban American female to hold the women’s championship in NXT. Vice made her NXT debut in 2023 and earned her first title shot after winning the NXT Breakout Tournament. Jayne’s reign ends at 137 days. She is only one of a handful of multi-time women’s champions in NXT. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2a5de3fb569bd9084f641 Billboard trolling Dale Warner goes viral after his murder conviction in wife Dee's case te 2026-04-05T18:11:42.791Z Billboard trolling Dale Warner goes viral after his murder conviction in wife Dee's case A billboard in Michigan is trolling Dee Warner’s husband after his recent murder conviction in a case that began with her disappearance in 2021 and later led investigators to her remains in a fertilizer tank. The billboard, which reads, "Help Dale Find Dee," was put up by Warner’s family during their yearslong push for answers and has drawn fresh attention following Dale Warner’s conviction in the killing of his wife. Dee Warner, 52, disappeared from her home in Franklin Township in April 2021. Dale Warner was charged with murder in 2023, and investigators did not find her remains until 2024, when they were discovered in rural Michigan inside a fertilizer tank marked "out of service" and "do not fill." MICHIGAN MAN FOUND GUILTY OF KILLING WIFE WHOSE BODY WAS DISCOVERED IN FERTILIZER TANK An autopsy found that Dee Warner had been strangled and suffered blunt force trauma. On March 10, a jury convicted Dale Warner of second-degree murder and tampering with evidence. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X Gregg Hardy told "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty in "The 'No Body' Case of Dee Warner," that he had a "gut feeling" that Dale was responsible after his sister had vanished. "I was getting these, call it a gut feeling if you like, whatever you'd call it, but I was very suspicious of his mannerisms," he said. SIGN UP TO GET TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER Throughout the investigation, Hardy said that he did not feel that Dale was acting like a concerned husband. He shared with "48 Hours" that the idea of a public billboard was meant to apply psychological pressure on Dale as well as a means to publicly shame him. SEND US A TIP HERE The case eventually went to trial this year, with prosecutors describing a strained marriage and arguing that Warner made a series of "conscious decisions." LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST Prosecutor Jackie Wyse told jurors that Warner could have called 911 and said, "I screwed up," but instead taped Dee Warner’s mouth and nose, preventing her from breathing. "Those were all conscious decisions," Wyse said. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? FIND MORE ON THE TRUE CRIME HUB Defense attorney Mary Chartier argued that there was reasonable doubt in the case, saying Dale Warner denied hurting his wife and cooperated with investigators during the search. "You are not here to judge Mr. Warner as a husband," Chartier said. "You may think he was a bad husband, a not-very-attentive husband, whatever you may think of him." Fox News Digital's Michael Sinkewicz and The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2a5cb3fb569bd9084f638 Inside Iran’s ruling ideology: How a ‘holy mission’ and messianic doctrine fuel regime extremism te 2026-04-05T18:11:23.219Z Inside Iran’s ruling ideology: How a ‘holy mission’ and messianic doctrine fuel regime extremism For Mehdi Ghadimi, the ideology behind Iran’s ruling system is not theoretical. It was something he was taught from childhood. "You were told you are a part a small group chosen by God… to revive God’s religion and fight to defend it," the Iranian journalist told Fox News Digital, describing the message repeated in schools, mosques and state media. That early indoctrination, he said, framed the world in stark terms: a divine struggle between good and evil, with Iran’s leadership positioned at the center of a religious mission. Iran’s ruling system is often described in political terms, but critics and former insiders say its core is far more radical — a belief structure rooted in religious absolutism, messianic expectation and a worldview that leaves little room for compromise. IRAN'S SUPREME LEADER MOJTABA KHAMENEI 'MISFUNCTIONING,' NOT CONTROLLING REGIME: SOURCES As a new generation of commanders rises within the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps following recent military blows under Operation Epic Fury, analysts warn that this ideology may become even more entrenched. Figures such as Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Ahmad Vahidi are often cited as part of a cohort shaped by years of conflict in Iraq and across the region — one that sees religion, security and survival as inseparable. At the center of that worldview is the belief in the Mahdi — a messianic figure in Shiite Islam whose return is expected to usher in a final era of justice after chaos. Twelver Shiism is the dominant belief for Shias, the Mahdi, identified as the 12th Imam, is alive but hidden and will one day return. Iran’s political system positions the Supreme Leader as his caretaker.  Critics say that framework gives political authority a religious dimension that can make it difficult to challenge. "For the mullahs in Iran, the Mahdi idea is less about personal faith and more about power," said Lisa Daftari, foreign policy analyst and editor-in-chief at The Foreign Desk. "They use it to suggest that the Supreme Leader’s views are not just political opinions, but carry a kind of divine weight." "The system is set up so that disagreeing with the leader can be portrayed as questioning the Hidden Imam himself," she said. "That turns ordinary policy debates into something almost untouchable… you’re no longer arguing with a politician, you’re seen as pushing back against a sacred figure." IRAN'S CEASEFIRE PUSH MAY BE A 'CYCLE OF DECEPTION,' ANALYSTS WARN AS SHADOWY FIGURE GAINS POWER Ghadimi argues that this structure leaves little room for genuine political diversity. "Groups labeled as ‘moderate,’ ‘reformist,’ or ‘pro-Western’ are created so that the West can negotiate with them," he said. "No one within the structure of the Islamic Republic thinks about anything other than defeating the Western world and establishing Islamic dominance globally." For Iran expert, Daftari, the Mahdi doctrine also provides a flexible justification for policy. "A lot of insiders know perfectly well that this language is being used strategically," she said. "The Mahdi story gives the leadership a way to claim moral and religious cover for decisions that are often about preserving the regime or expanding its reach." "When they talk about ‘preparing the ground’ for the Mahdi, that phrase can be stretched to cover almost anything — crushing protests, backing militias abroad, or asking people to accept more economic pain." "This religious framing makes compromise much harder," she added. "If you convince your base that you are carrying out a holy mission… backing down can be painted as a betrayal of God’s plan." MEET IRAN'S HARDLINE SPEAKER WHO THREATENED TO BURN US FORCES — REPORTEDLY TEHRAN'S POINT MAN FOR TALKS Ghadimi said that message is reinforced from childhood, shaping how generations understand their role in society. In schools, media and mosques, he said, ideology was embedded into everyday life, leaving little space for alternative narratives. That framing, analysts say, helps explain how the system sustains itself even under pressure. It also contributes to a worldview in which conflict is not temporary, but part of a larger, ongoing struggle. "The Islamic government, based on its own interpretation of the Quran, considers itself obligated to enforce Islamic law across the entire world," Iranian journalist Mehdi Ghadimi told Fox News Digital, adding that the regime "sees itself as the leader of this belief globally." "They harbor hatred toward Iranians and Jews, whom they regard as enemies of Islam since its very beginning, and they consider killing them—such as on Oct. 7 and in the recent killings in Iran — to be divinely rewarded acts, much like the beliefs once held by Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi," he said. "No one within the structure of the Islamic Republic thinks about anything other than defeating the Western world and establishing Islamic dominance globally," Ghadimi said. In that framework, critics say, Iran is not simply pursuing national interests but acting within what it sees as a broader religious mandate. INSIDE IRAN’S MILITARY: MISSILES, MILITIAS AND A FORCE BUILT FOR SURVIVAL Some critics argue that within this framework, violence can take on religious meaning. "They consider killing them… to be divinely rewarded acts," Ghadimi said. Still, analysts say the combination of messianic belief and absolutist ideology creates a system in which confrontation is not only expected, but justified. An Iranian official rejected those characterizations and warned that economic collapse and destruction caused by war could drive long-term resentment. "If a country is turned into ruins, poverty spreads. Out of such poverty comes hatred, resentment, and a desire for revenge, and this cycle of hostility can continue for years. It is not correct to think that everything will simply end the day after a ceasefire. Even if there were no hostile government left in place, people within society who have lost everything may still be driven to seek retribution." For Ghadimi, the issue is not just how Iran behaves, but how it understands itself. If the system is rooted in a belief that blends religion, power and mission, critics say, then policies like repression at home and confrontation abroad may not be temporary tactics but structural features. And if moderation within that system is limited, as some argue, then the challenge for policymakers is not simply negotiation, but understanding the ideology that drives it. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2a5b73fb569bd9084f62f 5 dangerous cruise ports that travelers should research before booking excursions te 2026-04-05T18:11:03.773Z 5 dangerous cruise ports that travelers should research before booking excursions Cruising to tropical destinations may sound carefree and a bucket-list best, but some of the most popular ports come with safety concerns travelers should not ignore, industry experts say. Passengers need to understand local risks before leaving the ship, especially in destinations with higher crime rates or active government warnings, experts say. A recent podcast, "The Travel Scouts," highlighted a number of cruise ports that have elevated safety concerns, based on crime data and international travel advisories. AMERICANS WARNED OF AL QAEDA-LINKED TERRORIST PRESENCE IN POPULAR VACATION GETAWAY Here are five mentioned. "You need to have information so you can make wise decisions," the podcast noted. Belize was the first cruise port the podcast mentioned in this regard. Nearly one million cruise passengers visit the country each year — but Belize City is currently under a Level 3 advisory from the U.S. State Department, meaning travelers are urged to reconsider visiting. "Belize City is a very sketchy area," said Jason, a host of "The Travel Scouts" podcast, along with his wife, Kellie.   Another port that has raised concerns is Trinidad and Tobago. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER The locations remain under a Level 3 advisory due to crime — with warnings that include risks of robbery, kidnapping and violence tied to organized crime. Several major cruise lines, including Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises and Holland America, have scheduled stops there, the podcast said. Jamaica, a key stop for Caribbean cruises, presents both progress and remaining risks. While overall conditions have improved and the country is now rated at Level 2, certain areas are high risk. Those higher-risk areas include Kingston and Montego Bay. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "If your cruise will be visiting one of those ports, just be aware of that and ensure you do not plan to get a taxi and go out solo to explore," Jason said. Mexico also draws millions of cruise visitors each year, but safety can vary widely depending on location. Ports along the Yucatán Peninsula are generally considered safe.  CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES However, some Pacific coast destinations, including Mazatlán, Puerto Vallarta and Manzanillo, have experienced security challenges linked to cartel violence. Haiti stands out as one of the most dangerous destinations in the region, the podcast noted. The country is currently under a Level 4 "do not travel" advisory due to widespread gang violence and political instability. "You do not need to be afraid of or avoid the cruise ports," the podcast noted.  "You just need to take appropriate precautions and plan wisely." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2a5a43fb569bd9084f626 WNBA legend Sue Bird says IOC's new policy to protect women's sports is akin to 'fearmongering' te 2026-04-05T18:10:44.083Z WNBA legend Sue Bird says IOC's new policy to protect women's sports is akin to 'fearmongering' Sue Bird, a Basketball Hall of Famer and WNBA legend, dismissed the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) assertion that its policy change was to protect women’s sports. Bird agreed with American Olympic runner Nikki Hiltz, who identifies as transgender nonbinary and wrote that the IOC was "not solving a problem that exists." The former Seattle Storm star said the policy was just "fearmongering." CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "That kinda sums it up for me because what’s being presented as this huge issue that we have to protect women. It’s not," Bird said speaking to Megan Rapinoe on their "A Touch More" podcast. "What it is is fearmongering, and you brought up the (Trump) administration, for them to get votes. That’s all this is. It’s all that it’s ever been in my opinion. "I think the other part is a reminder. What we have always talked about and focused on is, if you open this door, if you crack this door open, it gets blown open and you’re not policing women’s bodies across the board. I feel very sad about this. So, to kind of circle back to how we started, just want to send so much love to the trans community." Earlier in the episode, Rapinoe ripped the IOC’s policy and denied that it was rooted in science. RILEY GAINES: OLYMPICS FINALLY PICKS BIOLOGY OVER IDEOLOGY TO SAVE WOMEN’S SPORTS The IOC said "eligibility for any female category event at the Olympic Games or any other IOC event, including individual and team sports, is now limited to biological females, determined on the basis of a one‑time SRY gene screening." The organization added that the policy was "evidence-based" and "expert-informed." The testing can be conducted via saliva, cheek swab or blood sample. A presentation at a World Athletics panel in Tokyo in September revealed that 50 to 60 athletes with male biological advantages have been finalists in the female category at global and continental championships since 2000. The panel was led by the head of the World Athletics Health and Science Department, Dr. Stéphane Bermon, who said sex tests were necessary because of an "over-representation" of DSD (differences of sex development) athletes among finalists, per multiple reports. Fox News’ Jackson Thompson contributed to this report. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2a58e3fb569bd9084f60b As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help te 2026-04-05T18:10:22.695Z As people look for ways to make new friends, here are the apps promising to help We've compiled a list of friendship apps, from friend discovery platforms like BFF to event-focused ones like Timeleft. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2a0f33fb569bd9084f59b Kelly Ripa says she has a secret signal that tells Mark Consuelos she's not in the mood te 2026-04-05T17:50:43.153Z Kelly Ripa says she has a secret signal that tells Mark Consuelos she's not in the mood Kelly Ripa revealed that when she’s not in the mood, her visual cue to her husband, Mark Consuelos, is putting her retainer in. "When they’re mating the koala goes in there and says ‘Hey, I’m, Mr. Koala.’ At times they’re not interested, so they turn their backs on them, and instead of being heartbroken, they just go to sleep," Consuelos said while discussing koala mating behavior on their morning show "Live with Kelly and Mark" this week. "It’s like you!" Ripa joked of Consuelos, acting out turning her back on her husband in bed, and adding, "And I pop my retainer in." "He hears the retainer pop in, it’s like a chastity belt," she laughed.  FOX NEWS ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER: DAVID SPADE SLAMS NEWSOM AND BASS, HOWIE MANDEL CALLS OUT KELLY RIPA Consuelos joked that the sound of her clicking her retainer in is so loud it almost echoes. "He’s like, ‘Was that your retainer,'" Ripa said of Consuelos, and he said he adds, "All right, guess I’m going to bed." "And that’s what they do," Consuelos said, turning back to the topic of koalas. "They have to preserve their energy until the right partner shows up." HOWIE MANDEL CALLS OUT KELLY RIPA’S BACKHANDED COMPLIMENT IN TENSE LIVE TV MOMENT "Right," Ripa added with a smile, before mimicking her putting her retainer in. "Click!" Last fall, Ripa joked that she and Consuelos should get an "airport divorce" after they got into a small on-air fight. An "airport divorce" is when couples split while at the airport and reunite when they land, according to People magazine. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "Couples are doing something unique and I want to run this by you. I think we could do well with this: an airport divorce. [Because] you and I have different traveling philosophies, different traveling styles," Ripa said. Consuelos immediately went on the defense and said, "What do you mean? Like, I walk fast in the airport?" LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Ripa explained how her husband needs to arrive at the airport much earlier than she's comfortable with. "You need to get there four to 16 hours before a flight takes off," she said and Consuelos replied, "That's not true." The couple continued arguing, over whether Consuelos likes to be approached at airports, what security line they get in and even whose responsibility it is to wash their car. Ripa and Consuelos, who share three children, will celebrate their 30th anniversary this year. Fox News' Janelle Ash contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2a0de3fb569bd9084f588 Trump Revels in Threats to Commit War Crimes in Iran te 2026-04-05T17:50:22.661Z Trump Revels in Threats to Commit War Crimes in Iran The president said he would bomb Iran “back to the Stone Ages.” Until this administration, American leaders had insisted they were trying to follow international law in war. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d29c753fb569bd9084f524 Traffic stop leads to cocaine bust on I-40 near Kingman te 2026-04-05T17:31:33.215Z Traffic stop leads to cocaine bust on I-40 near Kingman Arizona DPS reports a traffic stop near Kingman last month led to the seizure of 15 pounds of cocaine, with the suspect arrested and the investigation ongoing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d29c5d3fb569bd9084f502 Kate Middleton looks elegant in cream set with Prince William and their kids as they return to Easter service te 2026-04-05T17:31:09.635Z Kate Middleton looks elegant in cream set with Prince William and their kids as they return to Easter service Kate Middleton looked elegant for this year’s Easter Sunday service. The royal wore a cream-colored fitted blazer with a belt detail, paired with a matching calf-length skirt. Middleton added a taupe handbag and heels, along with a cream hat. She added a delicate cross necklace and dangling earrings to finish off her Easter Sunday look. KATE MIDDLETON REVEALS SHE RARELY DRINKS ALCOHOL AFTER HER CANCER DIAGNOSIS DURING BREWERY VISIT: REPORTS Middleton was joined by her husband Prince William, and their three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. They attended Easter Matins Service at St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle. KATE MIDDLETON MAKES FIRST PUBLIC APPEARANCE SINCE FORMER PRINCE ANDREW'S ARREST Princess Charlotte coordinated with her mom in a cream and brown coat. Prince William wore a navy suit with a striped blue and white tie. Prince George and Prince Louis matched in black suits with light blue ties. PRINCE WILLIAM, KATE MIDDLETON PRIORITIZE FAMILY OVER DUTY AS SHOWN BY HANDLING OF CANCER DIAGNOSIS: AUTHOR They joined King Charles and Queen Camilla at the Service. The Prince and Princess of Wales made their return to Easter Service with the family this year, after skipping the last two years. They skipped the 2024 service due to Middleton’s cancer battle. She had announced her diagnosis just weeks prior. KATE MIDDLETON WEARS LARGEST TIARA SHE'S EVER WORN ‘RESERVED FOR BRITAIN’S QUEENS’ AT STATE BANQUET: EXPERT In 2025, they spent Easter in Norfolk. Middleton had announced her cancer was in remission three months prior. Her decision to choose a cream-colored look instead of blue came as a surprise. British broadcaster and photographer Helena Chard predicted: "Expect Princess Catherine to make a stylish statement, at Easter church services, likely in a blue Catherine Walker coat dress, a favorite of hers." "This color choice symbolizes stability, trust, and strength, reflecting the occasion’s significance. True to form, she’ll probably reuse an outfit, promoting sustainability and humility," Chard noted. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "Her elegant style will be balanced with subtle details and sentimental jewelry, adding a touch of personality," Chard concluded. Royal Commentator Amanda Matta also predicted blue would appear — and it did — with Prince William, Prince George and Prince Louis wearing the color. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "Blue does pop up quite frequently on the entire Wales family during high-profile family events like Easter. While Kate is often credited for ‘dressing’ her family in the signature shade, it has been a royal favorite with Queen Camilla and Elizabeth II before her," Matta explained. "It signals regality, evokes stability, and is said to inspire sympathetic thoughts towards the wearer," Matta said. Her favorite fashion detail Middleton has done though, was when she "sported bright red nail polish in 2023," Matta revealed. "She has rarely been seen with an eye-catching manicure even since. It was a small signal that she was stepping into a more confident role within the institution as Princess of Wales," Matta concluded. King Charles wore a blue pinstripe suit for the service, while Queen Camilla donned a red coat and hat. The Royal Family shared a message to Instagram in honor of Easter Sunday. An image of a cross with "Happy Easter. He is risen!" was posted to the Royal Family Instagram page. The caption said: "Wishing you a joyous Easter Sunday to Christians celebrating in the Uk, the Commonwealth and around the world today." Former Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson were not in attendance for the Easter service, amid the Jeffrey Epstein ties fallout. Their children, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie also did not attend and had made alternative plans. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d29c4a3fb569bd9084f4f9 Tax day is next week: Avoid these 5 common mistakes that can cost you money te 2026-04-05T17:30:50.191Z Tax day is next week: Avoid these 5 common mistakes that can cost you money Tax season is stressful enough, but avoidable mistakes can turn a routine filing into an expensive headache. With Tax Day just 10 days away, even small errors can mean the difference between a smooth refund and frustrating delays. In some cases, they can even trigger IRS notices or unexpected penalties. Here are five common filing missteps to watch out for and how to avoid them: Your filing status is one of the most important choices on your tax return because it helps determine your tax rate, your standard deduction and which credits you may be eligible to claim. Pick the wrong one, and you could end up paying more than you owe, getting a smaller refund or triggering delays if the IRS flags the return for review. For many taxpayers, the confusion comes from life changes that happened during the year, like getting married or divorced, having a child, moving in with a partner, supporting an aging parent or sharing custody. Even if your situation feels straightforward, the IRS rules can be less intuitive, especially for taxpayers who aren’t sure whether they qualify as "head of household" or whether they can still file as "qualifying surviving spouse" after a spouse has died. RETIRED? HERE’S WHEN THE IRS MIGHT TAKE A CLOSER LOOK AT YOUR FINANCES Head of household, in particular, can be costly to get wrong. It typically comes with a larger standard deduction and more favorable tax brackets than filing as single – but it has strict requirements tied to paying more than half the cost of keeping up a home and having a qualifying dependent. If you don’t meet the rules and claim it anyway, you may have to pay back tax benefits later, plus penalties and interest. When in doubt, the IRS has an online filing-status tool, and many tax software programs will walk you through the questions to help you choose the right category. One of the biggest and most expensive tax-season mistakes is failing to claim every credit or deduction you qualify for. That can mean a smaller refund or a higher bill. "I think the top mistake people make is not fully understanding or taking the time to really research what are all the different deductions and the ways that you can put a little bit of extra money in your pocket that are available to you," said Bill Sweeney, senior vice president of government affairs at AARP. AVERAGE TAX REFUND TOPS $3,700 MIDWAY THROUGH FILING SEASON, TREASURY SAYS Sweeney also warned taxpayers not to rely on last year’s return as a blueprint for filing because of recent changes to the tax code from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.  "This would be a good year given that there are these changes to the tax code, to make sure not to assume that what you did last year will convey over to this year. Really take a fresh look at your tax situation and see if there's money that you're leaving on the table," he said. An extension can buy you time to file your paperwork, but it doesn’t give you extra time to pay. For most taxpayers, the IRS deadline to pay what you owe is April 15, 2026 – even if you request an extension to file later. "Remember that even if you claim an extension, the money is owed on April 15," said Mike Faulkender, co-chair of American Prosperity at the America First Policy Institute. WHAT TRUMP’S NEXT PICK TO LEAD THE FEDERAL RESERVE MEANS FOR YOUR WALLET Faulkender, a former Treasury official and IRS commissioner, said taxpayers who need more time should still estimate their bill and pay by the filing deadline to help avoid added costs. "You have to actually send in a check or have the payment deducted from your account by the filing deadline," he said. If you can’t pay in full by April 15, pay what you can to help limit penalties and interest on top of your tax bill. If you choose direct deposit for your refund, the IRS relies on the routing and account numbers you provide. One wrong digit can lead to delays.  If you pay what you owe by direct debit, incorrect banking details can also lead to a rejected payment and potentially result in penalties and interest. Timing matters when it comes to filing your taxes. Submitting your return before you’ve received all your key paperwork, like W-2s or 1099s, can lead to errors, missing income or a return you have to amend later. Faulkender said there’s a simple way to double-check what’s been reported under your name before you file.  "One of the things that I learned last year when I was IRS commissioner, was that if you create an account on irs.gov, you can see everything that's been filed under your tax ID," he said.  "We're supposed to receive all of our W-2s and our 1099 forms in the mail in January and February. But if you're missing one, or you misplaced it rather than requesting it again, you can actually go and see what was filed under your taxpayer identification number if you create an account on IRS.gov."  Filing late can also cost you extra money, especially if you owe. The goal is to wait until you have what you need, then file as soon as you’re ready. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d29c363fb569bd9084f4f0 NASA chief Jared Isaacman says Artemis II would not be possible 'if it wasn't for President Trump' te 2026-04-05T17:30:30.515Z NASA chief Jared Isaacman says Artemis II would not be possible 'if it wasn't for President Trump' NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman said the success of the historic Artemis II mission currently underway would not be possible "if it wasn't for President Trump," as the Orion spacecraft is set to pass beyond the far side of the Moon in the next 24 hours.  Isaacman detailed the mission’s progress, how technology has assisted in the success of Artemis II so far, and the role that President Donald Trump has played in the Artemis program during an interview with Fox News Digital.  "I want to be incredibly clear, we would not be at this moment right now with Artemis II if it wasn't for President Trump," Isaacman told Fox. "And we certainly would not have an achievable path now to get back to the lunar surface and build that enduring presence." "On my first day on the job during President Trump's second term, he gave us a national space policy, a mandate to go to the moon with frequency, build the moon base, and do the other things like nuclear power and propulsion so someday American astronauts can plant the stars and stripes on Mars," Isaacman added. ARTEMIS II ASTRONAUTS FACE TOILET TROUBLE AS THEY HEAD TOWARD THE MOON The Artemis II mission successfully launched off Cape Canaveral, Florida, last week, a mission which will send humans the furthest distance from the Earth in history.  The goal of the launch is to circle the Moon and return to the Earth, landing in San Diego some time this week.  "In the next 24 hours or so, they're gonna pass behind the far side of the moon, these four astronauts will have traveled farther away from Earth than any humans ever before, about 250,000 miles away," Isaasman explained. "We are putting the spacecraft through all its paces, testing out its various systems, including manual controls. TRUMP HYPES MOON MISSION AS ARTEMIS II PREPARES TO LIFT OFF UNDER PRESSURE FROM PAST FAILURES Isaacman said that the spacecraft is "performing better than we would have expected" before launch, and that the astronauts will soon begin their journey back to Earth once they have passed over the far side of the Moon.  The NASA administrator compared Artemis II to the success of the Apollo programs that saw mankind land on the Moon in the 1960s and 1970s, and noted the vast improvement in technological capabilities that NASA has access to today. "It is not even a close comparison," Isaacman said. "The operator consoles or flight controllers have multiple screens, lots of computing power that's available to them right now. I mean there is certainly an army here supporting NASA, or an army at NASA that's supporting this mission, but not the hundreds of thousands of people that you would have had during the Apollo era that had to bubble into that enormous endeavor." SENATE CONFIRMS JARED ISAACMAN AS NASA CHIEF MONTHS AFTER TRUMP-MUSK RIFT THAT MAY HAVE PULLED HIS NOMINATION "That's why when we pick up where Apollo 17 left off with this mission," Isaacman added. "It is not to return to the Moon to plant the flag and leave the footprints, but to build an enduring presence, to build a moon base where we will turn the south pole of the Moon into a scientific and technological proving ground for the capabilities we will need to master." "Someday we can send astronauts to Mars and they can come back home to tell us about it." The 43-year-old billionaire was sworn in as NASA administrator last December. A longtime space enthusiast, Isaacman previously commanded the first-ever commercial spacewalk in September 2024. When asked about what this mission means to him personally, Isaacman told Fox News Digital he credited the NASA workforce and the team behind him for the success the space agency has seen on this mission underway and those yet to come. While Isaacman was quick to credit the team, he also said sights need to be set on the Artemis III mission, which is set for mid-2027 to test docking capabilities for what will ultimately be an attempt to return humanity to the surface of the Moon in 2028. "For everybody else, we got to start working on Artemis 3," Isaacman explained. "You go back to the Apollo era, Apollo 10, as those astronauts were orbiting in lunar orbit, just miles above the surface, two months later, Apollo 11 launched where Neil and Buzz walked on the moon. That means we have to be able to do multiple world-changing missions in near parallel." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d299d53fb569bd9084f4ac Bunnie XO’s faith in God became her unshakable anchor during life’s darkest moments te 2026-04-05T17:20:21.445Z Bunnie XO’s faith in God became her unshakable anchor during life’s darkest moments Bunnie XO is certain of one thing: faith pulled her through the darkest chapters of her life. The "Dumb Blonde" podcast host and wife of Jelly Roll recently wrote a memoir, "Stripped Down: Unfiltered and Unapologetic." In it, she lays bare her chaotic upbringing and the emotional highs and lows that defined her early years of her relationship with the singer-songwriter. "I’m like a cat," the 46-year-old told Fox News Digital. "I’ve had nine lives, and I genuinely feel like God has always had His hand on my life. He has always been there in some way, even when I wasn’t worthy of it, and even when I didn’t acknowledge Him. Even when I was doing things that were not what He would want me to do, He still always pulled me out of it." CARRIE UNDERWOOD WARNS HOLLYWOOD IS A 'SELF-SERVING BUSINESS,' CREDITS FAITH FOR KEEPING HER GROUNDED "My mess became my message and my testimony," she shared. "I truly feel like leaning on God is the only thing that got me through some of the situations that I put myself in." In her book, Bunnie describes how faith guided her through the darkest moments of her life, serving as a source of strength. She also recounts experiencing domestic violence in a past relationship and sexual assault. When asked if she felt faith may have saved her life, she responded without hesitation, "100%." WATCH: JELLY ROLL REVEALS THE ONE THING THAT ‘STILL MAKES MY SKIN CRAWL’ "I feel like we all need something to believe in," she explained. "If there was no hope in the world, the world would be worse off than it already is right now. And I think that faith gives people some sort of hope. I believe the power of Jesus is real. I’ve seen it. I’ve felt His hand." Bunnie admitted she hit rock bottom "a few times," but said, "I never wanted to change." In the book, Bunnie describes turning to pills, cocaine and alcohol to escape reality and numb the effects of trauma from her upbringing. "I think it takes people a couple of times of hitting rock bottom before they’re like, ‘I am tired. I am sick and tired of being sick and tired,’" she reflected. "And I think after I finally had a moment to look around, I was like, ‘If I continue on this path that I’m on, I’m either going to end up dead or I’m just going to be another statistic of a Vegas working girl.’" "I didn’t want that to be my life story," she said. "I’ve never wanted to become my mother, and I was kind of following in her footsteps." Growing up, Bunnie, whose real name is Alyssa DeFord, was close to her late father but struggled to connect with her stepmother, People magazine reported. According to the outlet, her mother left when she was just three months old, and they didn’t reconnect until she was 22. Her mother died in 2022. The outlet shared that Bunnie left home at age 14 and later endured an abusive relationship until meeting Jelly Roll at a 2015 concert in Las Vegas. The couple married in 2016. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER In the book, Bunnie described herself as a "coked-up bride" after Jelly Roll "had specifically asked me not to do blow before the wedding." "… I was just wired to rebel against anybody that told me no," she told Fox News Digital. "... I've just always had that inner fire to not listen to direction or take direction well. It's definitely hindered me in life because I was a rebel without a cause." "And I think that night we were just ... I didn't take him seriously. ... I didn't know my husband well enough to know that when he said something, he was serious about it. So it was more of me just kind of always doing what I had done." "If I got drunk, I would do a line of coke and take a Xanax," she recalled. "I’m just thankful to still be here after mixing drugs like that for so long." According to People, Bunnie previously worked as a high-end escort and built a lucrative career in sex work before stepping away in 2020. She was also active on OnlyFans until 2023, the outlet shared. WATCH: JELLY ROLL AND BUNNIE XO WALK THE RED CARPET TOGETHER AT THE 2025 ACM AWARDS "... I am only telling my story, and I don't mean to glamorize [sex work] in any way, because there's nothing glamorous about selling your body," she explained. "But when you're in survival mode, you teach yourself ways to get through life ... without, I guess, having guilt about things." LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "... Now that I'm 46 years old, and I'm looking back at the 26-year-old me who had that mentality," she continued. "I just want to give her a hug because I want to be like, 'That wasn't power. That was you pacifying the abuse that you had gone through and trying to find a way to empower yourself.' It wasn't really empowering to me." Today, Bunnie focuses on her career and family. She has been candid that sobriety didn’t come easy, sharing that becoming a better stepmom to Jelly Roll’s daughter, Bailee, was a major turning point in her decision to get sober. "I think sobriety is a personal journey, and I feel like sobriety is different for every single person," she explained. "It’s not black and white. For me, sobriety means that I can’t take Xanax. I don’t take any pills. I would never snort anything up my nose. I can’t even do nasal sinus cleanings now because I have PTSD from all the drugs I did. "I stopped drinking in 2018, but I will have one once in a blue moon — we were in Rome, and I was very honest about it with the public. I drank a glass of wine when I was in Rome because I was just like, ‘Dude, I’m in Rome. I am going to drink a glass of wine.’ But that’s all I could take, a glass of wine." Bunnie stressed that sobriety could look different to many people, adding that her approach may not reflect other recovery journeys. "Everybody has their own definition of [their sobriety journey]. Some people can't have a glass of wine in Rome, and I respect that 100%. But for me, sobriety was a choice. ... It's probably been one of the most rewarding journeys that I've been on." "But at the same time, I always say to everybody, ‘Sobriety sucks because that’s when the real work begins.’ You start to feel the emotions that you used to push down or that you would numb with substances." Bunnie is now eager to see what the next chapter holds for her. "I really hope that [my book] will touch anybody ... and just let them know that it doesn't matter where you came from. It doesn't matter who told you you'd never amount to anything. If I can do it, you can certainly do it. I promise you." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d297823fb569bd9084f482 Emergency crews rescue donkey stuck in Eloy canal te 2026-04-05T17:10:26.686Z Emergency crews rescue donkey stuck in Eloy canal Firefighters in Eloy, Arizona, expertly rescued a donkey trapped in a canal, using ropes and vehicles to bring the animal safely to dry land. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2954e3fb569bd9084f423 RFK Jr, EPA chief 'declare war' on microplastics amid growing evidence of health risks te 2026-04-05T17:01:02.696Z RFK Jr, EPA chief 'declare war' on microplastics amid growing evidence of health risks Health and Human Services Secretary RFK Jr. and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin are declaring a war on microplastics.  These tiny bits of plastic, which are less than 5 mm in size, can persist in our environment for hundreds or thousands of years. They may also build up in our bodies, our hearts and our brains, causing untold damage.                            For the first time, the EPA is adding microplastics and pharmaceuticals to its Contaminant Candidate List for drinking water, which will help to prioritize funding and pave the way for potential future regulation involving Congress.  ​​RFK JR LAUNCHES $134M+ NATIONAL PROGRAM TO STUDY MICROPLASTICS IN THE HUMAN BODY, DRINKING WATER HHS is also launching the Systematic Targeting of Microplastics — or STOMP — to study how microplastics accumulate in the body. Kennedy spoke with Fox News in an exclusive interview accompanying the EPA/HHS announcement. "We do not have the science that distinguishes between the impacts of these different types of plastics, and maybe if we identify those impacts, the damaging ones can be immediately eliminated, because you can replace them with something else," he said. "Our job — and we are really at the limit of our power right now — is to try to answer those questions before we take another action."        RFK JR BACKS BEEF, DECLARING 'WAR ON PROTEIN IS OVER' AS HE THANKS AMERICA'S CATTLE RANCHERS             Kennedy pointed to emerging science suggesting microplastics’ direct impacts on public health.  "Some of them may be benign – others are very, very harmful," he warned. "The science shows if they cause inflammation, they cause oxidative stress." "As a body, they are endocrine disruptors, so they interfere with fertility," he added.              As emerging research suggests a higher risk of heart attack, stroke and neurodegenerative disease when microplastics are present at the cellular level, "the time to act is now," according to Dr. Leonardo Trasande, a professor of pediatrics and population health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. During a panel accompanying the announcement, Trasande compared the issue to efforts to reduce lead exposure in the 1970s, when the government took action as soon as the danger was identified, even before all research was complete. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES Kennedy, who has a long history of fighting chemicals in the environment, blames big businesses for causing the problem and wants them to clean it up. "That’s a lesson we are all supposed to have learned at kindergarten – that you clean up after yourself, you don’t force the public to do it." The same approach applies to pharmaceuticals that make their way into the environment, he noted. "Particularly for our children, it's very alarming. They are swimming around now in a toxic soup. It's coming from everywhere," Kennedy warned. "It's coming from their food. It's coming from agriculture. It's coming from the air and water, and it's coming from pharmaceutical drugs. "Lee has directed his agency under President Trump to do this study so we can start regulating the discharge of these chemicals," he went on. "A lot of them you can remove through carbon technology and other technologies." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER Administrator Zeldin said he believes the fight against microplastics is a bipartisan issue. He is calling for more education and transparency when it comes to microplastics and public health, cautioning against the federal government proposing a one-size-fits-all solution.  "You want to be able to get the answers, you want to see the gold-standard science," he said. "You demand radical transparency. You're looking through the website, and it's ignoring what you came to that web page to look for. I feel like there's a communication gap – and when there's a communication gap, there's a trust gap." Zeldin and Kennedy have been working closely under President Trump's Make America Healthy Again agenda and say they enjoy working together.  "There's no American in this country who can't get heard somehow by Secretary Kennedy, and it's just an honor to serve alongside him," Zeldin said. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Kennedy added, "I like everybody in that Cabinet, but Lee and I work with particular closeness, and I've really enjoyed the relationship."                                            It is clear they would like this relationship to continue, even if their roles change. "You never know what’s going to happen," Kennedy said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2953b3fb569bd9084f41a Tony D'Angelo stands tall as NXT champion after brutal four-way match at Stand & Deliver te 2026-04-05T17:00:43.059Z Tony D'Angelo stands tall as NXT champion after brutal four-way match at Stand & Deliver Four men entered the ring at Stand & Deliver but only one left as the NXT champion on Saturday night. Joe Hendry had one of his biggest challenges yet. He had to defend the NXT Championship in a fatal four-way match against Tony D’Angelo, Ricky Saints and Ethan Page. Hendry came into the match as the fan favorite as the crowd in St. Louis, Missouri, was singing his entrance music. But he faced three other hungry challengers. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM D’Angelo, who came into the match with a chip on his shoulder after being betrayed by a friend at last year’s event, walked out of Stand & Deliver as the new NXT champion. Saints and Page came into the match aligned and tried to weaken Hendry as best as they could to start. They delivered suplexes and shots to the chest to take him out. But the duo’s rift would grow as Page hit a splash on Saints. But Saints got his revenge shot later in the match. D’Angelo spent the first few minutes on the outside of the ring. Once he regained his composure, D’Angelo hit a spear and focused himself on Hendry before he was thrown to the outside of the ring. Page and Saints turned their attention to the former "Don of NXT." The teamwork would last a few moments before Hendry hopped over the ropes and took them both out. For a split second, Hendry was in control. But the numbers game got the better of him again about midway through the match. WWE NXT STARS TALK STAND & DELIVER STANDING ON ITS OWN AWAY FROM WRESTLEMANIA WEEKEND D’Angelo stepped back into the ring to face off against Hendry. He began to power up. Multiple German suplexes were doled out and it looked like D’Angelo was taking control of the match. He broke up a Standing Ovation to hit Hendry with a spear. He then speared Saints out of the ring and hit a second spear on Hendry. With frustration mounting, Saints wiped out D’Angelo with a chair shot. He hit Hendry with a Revolution DDT onto the chair, too. Saints was going to hit Page with a chair as well, but Page took exception. Their own rivalry turned up a notch. As Page carried Saints up to the stairs, he wanted to put him through the table. Out of nowhere, D’Angelo speared both men through the announce table. It came down to D’Angelo and Hendry. D’Angelo hit the Dead to Rights and pinned Hendry to win the NXT Championship. It is D’Angelo’s first reign as NXT champion. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d295273fb569bd9084f411 Android flaw lets hackers unlock phones in under a minute te 2026-04-05T17:00:23.271Z Android flaw lets hackers unlock phones in under a minute Your phone lock screen is supposed to be your last line of defense. If your device gets lost or stolen, that PIN or passcode should keep strangers out of your photos, messages, and financial apps. But researchers have found a serious flaw that can break through those protections on certain Android phones in less than a minute. Once exploited, attackers can recover your phone's PIN, unlock encrypted storage, and even extract sensitive data such as cryptocurrency wallet seed phrases. Security researchers estimate that roughly one in four Android phones could be affected, particularly budget phones. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Get my best tech tips, urgent security alerts, and exclusive deals delivered straight to your inbox. For simple, real-world ways to spot scams early and stay protected, visit CyberGuy.com -  trusted by millions who watch CyberGuy on TV daily. Plus, you’ll get instant access to my Ultimate Scam Survival Guide free when you join.   ANDROID FIXES 129 SECURITY FLAWS IN MAJOR PHONE UPDATE A newly disclosed vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-20435 in the National Vulnerability Database, affects some Android phones powered by MediaTek, a major smartphone chip maker based in Taiwan that competes with companies like Qualcomm. These phones use a security component called Trustonic's Trusted Execution Environment (TEE), which is designed to keep sensitive data, such as encryption keys, protected from the rest of the system. It stores cryptographic keys that help keep your device encrypted and secure, even if someone tries to tamper with it. However, security analyses of the vulnerability indicate that these protections may be bypassed on affected devices. By connecting a phone to a computer using a USB cable, an attacker with physical access may be able to exploit the flaw during the early boot process, potentially exposing sensitive data before full security protections are enforced. Think of it like accessing the master key before the safe door even closes. Once attackers gain access to these low-level components, they may be able to access encrypted storage without needing your PIN. In a worst-case scenario, this type of access could allow attackers to extract highly sensitive information, including personal photos, stored passwords, private messages, financial data, and crypto wallet credentials. If seed phrases for crypto wallets are exposed, attackers could drain funds permanently. There's limited action manufacturers can take on their own since the issue originates at the processor level, which is manufactured by MediaTek. The company says it has released a firmware patch addressing the vulnerability. However, the update must still be distributed by individual phone manufacturers through security updates. Depending on the device and whether it is still supported, that update could arrive quickly or not at all. The good thing is that this attack requires physical access to the phone and a USB connection to a computer. That means it cannot be done remotely over the internet. However, if your phone is stolen, briefly confiscated, or even taken during a repair, the attacker could potentially extract sensitive information. If you're not sure whether this vulnerability affects your mobile device, you can look up your phone on a platform like GSMArena or your vendor's website to see which SoC it uses, then cross-check it with MediaTek's March security bulletin under CVE-2026-20435. You can log onto corp.mediatek.com/product-security-bulletin/March-2026 to review the list of affected chipsets and confirm whether your device may be at risk. CyberGuy reached out to MediaTek for comment, but did not hear back before our deadline. NEW ANDROID ATTACK TRICKS YOU INTO GIVING DANGEROUS PERMISSIONS So how do you know if your phone is actually at risk? Not every Android phone is vulnerable. The issue primarily affects devices that use certain MediaTek processors. Here's how to check your phone: Go to Settings > About phone and look for your exact model name. Search your phone model on a site like GSMArena or your manufacturer's website to find the processor (also called the SoC). If your phone uses a MediaTek chip, it may be affected. Devices with Qualcomm Snapdragon or Google Tensor chips are not part of this specific issue. Check your phone's system update settings and install any available updates from your manufacturer.  Go to Settings > Software update and install any available updates. MediaTek has already released a fix, but phone makers must distribute it. Installing updates quickly ensures you receive the firmware patch if your device manufacturer has released it. If your phone uses one of the affected chips, a few simple precautions can help reduce the chances of someone accessing your data if the device ever falls into the wrong hands. A security app cannot fix this processor-level flaw. However, it can still help protect your phone from other threats that often follow stolen or compromised devices. It will not stop this specific exploit, but it can detect malicious apps, spyware, and suspicious activity that attackers may install after gaining access. That extra layer of monitoring can help stop additional data theft if your device ever falls into the wrong hands. Get my picks for the best 2026 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android & iOS devices at Cyberguy.com If you store things like cryptocurrency wallet seed phrases, recovery codes, or sensitive documents in notes apps or screenshots, consider moving them to a secure offline location. If someone extracts your phone's data through this vulnerability, that information could be exposed. This exploit requires someone to physically connect your phone to a computer. Do not leave your device unattended in public places, and be cautious when handing it to repair shops or unknown technicians. Physical access dramatically increases the risk. While the vulnerability bypasses encryption on affected devices, strong lock settings still protect against many other threats. Use a longer PIN or passcode instead of simple patterns, and enable automatic locking after short periods of inactivity. Even if attackers gain access to data on your phone, two-factor authentication (2FA) can stop them from logging into your online accounts. Enable it for email, banking apps, cloud storage, and social media wherever possible. A password manager stores your login credentials in a secure, encrypted vault instead of leaving them scattered across apps and notes. If someone compromises your device, the password manager still protects your accounts with strong encryption, forcing attackers to break through another security layer before they can access your logins. Check out the best expert-reviewed password managers of 2026 at Cyberguy.com Some Android devices limit USB data access when locked. Turning on this setting can reduce the risk of unauthorized data extraction through a wired connection, especially in situations where someone briefly gains physical access to your phone. On Samsung phones running the latest software: Settings may vary slightly depending on your Samsung model and software version. This vulnerability exposes a deeper issue with the Android ecosystem. Even when chipmakers release a fix, millions of phones depend on manufacturers to deliver updates that may never arrive, especially for cheaper devices that lose support quickly. We often assume our lock screen and encryption will protect our data if a phone is lost or stolen. However, incidents like this show that protection is only as strong as the update policies behind it. When devices stop receiving security patches, those protections quietly weaken over time. Should phone manufacturers be required to guarantee security updates for several years if their devices contain critical encryption vulnerabilities? Let us know by writing to us at Cyberguy.com Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Get my best tech tips, urgent security alerts, and exclusive deals delivered straight to your inbox. For simple, real-world ways to spot scams early and stay protected, visit CyberGuy.com -  trusted by millions who watch CyberGuy on TV daily. Plus, you’ll get instant access to my Ultimate Scam Survival Guide free when you join. Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com.  All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d292cf3fb569bd9084f3bf High Gas Prices Push More Drivers to Consider EVs te 2026-04-05T16:50:23.540Z High Gas Prices Push More Drivers to Consider EVs From the gas pump to the auto show, drivers are talking about electric vehicles. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d290a23fb569bd9084f3ac Final Farmers Market of the season celebrated Spring and America's 250th birthday te 2026-04-05T16:41:06.761Z Final Farmers Market of the season celebrated Spring and America's 250th birthday BULLHEAD CITY — The final Farmers Market of the 2025/2026 season swept into Bullhead Community Park on Saturday with strong winds, the Easter Bunny and patriotic enthusiasm. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2908f3fb569bd9084f3a3 Eggpalooza hosted eggs-citing amount of eggs resulting in egg-streme amount of fun te 2026-04-05T16:40:47.043Z Eggpalooza hosted eggs-citing amount of eggs resulting in egg-streme amount of fun MOHAVE VALLEY — Children dove for 10,000 pastel eggs planted in Mohave Valley Community Park on April 4, at the largest free Easter Egg hunt in the River Valley. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d290753fb569bd9084f35f Sales of Luxury Bibles Are on the Rise te 2026-04-05T16:40:21.609Z Sales of Luxury Bibles Are on the Rise “This is actually God’s word,” says one collector. “Why not have a really nice copy of it?” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d28e1d3fb569bd9084f319 ICE Arrests in Texas Leave Children to Raise Their Siblings After Parents Are Detained te 2026-04-05T16:30:21.135Z ICE Arrests in Texas Leave Children to Raise Their Siblings After Parents Are Detained Andrea García and her siblings are carrying on in a home reshaped by fear, loss and new responsibility. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d289ab3fb569bd9084f2b3 A century of service — Arizona News Service covers the Capitol, and always has te 2026-04-05T16:11:23.136Z A century of service — Arizona News Service covers the Capitol, and always has A lot can happen in 100 years. Just look around. It’s an ever-changing landscape. But one constant that continues to provide a wealth of information on the Capitol scene — in a fair, comprehensive and accurate manner — is Arizona News Service. Launched and guided by the Creighton family for nearly the entire century, Arizona News Service and its many publications, including Arizona Capitol Times, joined State Affairs in 2024. Legislators, lawyers, lobbyists and public officials at all levels of government rely on Arizona News Service as their information pipeline to the Arizona Capitol. Ned Creighton recalled some of the history of Arizona News Service, founded by his grandfather, also Ned, in 1906, before Arizona was a state, expanded by his father, Robert, until 1970, when Ned assumed control of the business. A historical edition of the Arizona Capitol Times’ original publication, The Messenger, dated Saturday, April 22, 1916. (Credit: Arizona Capitol Times Archive) In the first four decades, Creighton’s grandfather ran Arizona News Service out of various downtown Phoenix buildings. Creighton’s father worked for his father during World War II and, in 1946, convinced him to jointly purchase a newspaper called The Messenger, founded in 1900. They each chipped in $750 so they could buy the little paper for $1,500. “My dad worked for granddad and took over the News Service in the mid-1950s,” Creighton said. “The newspaper grew out of the News Service. They had handled a lot of legal notice ads and started putting the notices in this newspaper. To make content for the newspaper, they had a boilerplate front page of who knows what and bought two syndicated columns.” Arizona Legislative Review The columns and bill descriptions gave the newspaper its content. In 1959, the name of the paper was changed from The Messenger to The Arizona Legislative Review. “Dad ran it by himself,” Creighton said. “The newspaper was largely a recital of bills in Legislature, where they were and an occasional news story about Arizona politics. He hired a reporter late in the 1950s and into the 1960s. The paper began to become more like a newspaper of news stories, not just a paper of record.” To get closer to the source of the News Service’s news, Creighton’s father moved the business into the house that he had been born in at 1622 W. Washington St., and where Creighton’s grandmother was still living. The house was about where the USS Arizona anchor is today. In those days, Washington Street ran straight up to the Capitol building. Arizona News Service was still operating out of the Creighton home until 1967, when, as Creighton put it, “We ran out of room and built that grand new building” on a vacant lot at 14 N. 18th Ave. It was all private land then, and several old apartment buildings lined 18th Avenue from Washington to Adams streets. Eventually the state bought them all, tore them down, and turned the land into state parking lots, virtually surrounding the Creighton operation. Then in September 1999, Arizona News Service moved into its new two-story building at 1835 W. Adams St. In 2025, the Arizona Capitol Times moved to its current office at 1001 N. Central Ave, Phoenix. The Creightons come to Arizona Ned Creighton’s newspaper career began in 1963, working for about eight months at the Bisbee Daily Review. He put in a stint with an even smaller daily newspaper in the San Francisco Bay area, covering Santa Clara County government before he and his wife, Diana, moved to Arizona in 1966, and Ned joined Arizona News Service. “That’s when I went to work for my dad,” Creighton said. “It was the first time he had an actual reporter — and that was me. The other reporter was so involved in bills and that’s all he had time for. Now we had a guy in the House and the Senate, and it allowed us to publish more about the stories behind the bills.” Creighton recalled covering the last legislative session — the 27th Legislature’s second regular session in 1966 — before federal judges drew new legislative boundaries. That’s when the one-man-one-vote concept was imposed, creating the so-called modern Legislature and wresting control from rural Democrats, giving the power to urban Republicans. “It was all new to me then,” he said. “I didn’t know anything about how the Legislature worked, but I caught on. You can’t help but learn fast, watching those guys argue.” With urban Republicans mostly from the Phoenix area in virtual control of the entire state, it became apparent quickly that the GOP lawmakers were big-time reformers. The first bill introduced in the upper chamber, Senate Bill 1, dealt with air pollution. “Right off the bat they started to reform and reorganize state government,” Creighton said. “These legislators took little commissions and boards and reinvented state government, creating large state agencies. Time magazine christened them the ‘Gung Ho Legislature.’ Here was this astounding Legislature in a tiny — by population — Southwestern state reinventing state government, and it was by Republicans. How times have changed!” In 1970, Creighton’s father suffered a heart attack, and the younger Creighton took over the business. “I had to learn the business fast,” he said. “Times were thin, and Diana was raising our three kids. But we got our feet on the ground, and in the late 1970s began developing it into a newspaper.” Arizona Capitol Times is born An undated article from the Arizona Capitol Times archive on the dedication of the Wesley Bolin Memorial Plaza near the Arizona Capitol. (Rhiannon Short / Arizona Capitol Times) In 1982, The Arizona Legislative Review was renamed Arizona Capitol Times. Until the Watergate scandal of the early 1970s that brought down the Nixon administration, Arizona politics was influenced by a considerable number of conservative rural Democrats — ranchers and farmers — who provided an enormous crossover vote for Republicans. For example, Creighton recalled that in the primary elections for governor, the Democrat winner would get far more votes than the Republican, but in the general election, due in no small part to the crossovers, the Republican would win. In legislative races, political insiders followed the so-called 40-percent rule. “If a district was 40-percent Republican, we knew the district would elect all Republicans,” Creighton said. “But about the middle 1970s, most of that was washed away by the tidal wave of Watergate. The 40-percent rule stopped working immediately after 1974. People were so revolted by what happened in D.C., and the Democrats took control of the state Senate.” In the early 1980s, about the time of the name change to Arizona Capitol Times, Creighton’s wife, Diana, had reared their three children and wanted to get into the news business. She read and rewrote short versions of the attorney general opinions and developed an old-photograph feature that continued for many years. Times Past was one of the newspaper’s most popular features. “My dad did it sporadically,” Creighton said. “He had the original photos, and Diana contacted historical societies around the state. She invented the feature, and served for a while as our photographer. She gradually worked into the advertising end of it, building that side of the paper. I had no talent for that. “So when Diana came in, it became a useful and valuable publication. We expanded as we could, as you do in business. If you get enough money, you hire another person to write more stories.” About that time a new-fangled computer made its appearance at Arizona News Service. It became immediately apparent that the computer was the best way to organize the legislative information, keeping the bills in order. “We created the first online bill-tracking service,” Creighton recalled. Similar subscription services were getting under way in California, Texas and Ohio. “We met with the others and formed a national online association,” he said. The first acronym was NOLA, but locally Creighton chose LOLA for Legislation On Line Arizona. “At the time I felt like I was inventing the wheel,” he said. “Looking back, it was a lot of fun.” Throughout the years, Creighton refrained from writing and publishing his own editorials and says he tried awfully hard not to lean one way or the other in the newspaper’s coverage. “I think what’s more interesting is a column from one side that will spark a column from a fellow on the other side — letters and columns from intelligent, thoughtful people.” Today, the Arizona Capitol Times/State Affairs staff produces the newspaper and its websites, special publications, newsletters, LOLA, two special events, display and legal advertising. Arizona Newspapers Association John Fearing, who was executive director of the Arizona Newspapers Association (now the Arizona Media Association) when this original version of the article was published, praised Arizona News Service and Arizona Capitol Times for their contributions and standing in the community. “Its strengths are the credibility of the paper, the people behind it who manage it and the people who write it,” Fearing said. “They have kept high quality people there all these years. The Creighton family started it and built it into a very respected publication, and it’s important that the newspaper is a member of ANA.” What’s more, Fearing said, “If we miss something as lobbyists, Arizona News Service is a backstop for us.” Fearing commented on an ANA luncheon for legislators and others at what was then the Arizona Capitol Times building, 1835 W. Adams St. “One of the reasons that our luncheon was a success is that the Capitol Times is so well known and ingrained in the capitol community,” Fearing said. “It’s very well respected and that’s kind of what a newspaper is supposed to be.” Creighton was asked if he has any disappointments related to his news experiences. “Looking backward makes hindsight so clear,” he said. “I wish I had tried harder to keep this fella or get rid of that one. I wish I had been able to step back, rather than writing all those bill summaries, take a breath and do some analysis. I regret that I didn’t have that time. All I had time for was some of those humorous footnotes that we used to publish. We didn’t have the horses. But I still believe in the information we provided and what we tried to develop our business into.” After selling the newspaper, the Creightenon began living a totally different lifestyle in retirement. They settled in the wooded outskirts of Oracle just northeast of Tucson. Did he miss the day-to-day operation of the news business? “I can’t say that I do miss the business,” he said. “Sometimes I reflect at this time of year as you guys are hammering out bills. But no, I’m really enjoying what I’m doing, which is clearing the land around here because of the fire dangers. It’s a daily physical labor, something I never did before. I truly enjoy this.” This article was originally published 20 years ago to mark the 100th anniversary of Arizona News Service and the Arizona Capitol Times and has been updated. The post A century of service — Arizona News Service covers the Capitol, and always has first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d289953fb569bd9084f293 Trump admin urges restoring ballroom construction in emergency motion: 'Time is of the essence' te 2026-04-05T16:11:01.726Z Trump admin urges restoring ballroom construction in emergency motion: 'Time is of the essence' The Trump administration filed an emergency motion to restore White House ballroom reconstruction, warning "time is of the essence" and saying President Donald Trump and his staff's "security and safety" are at risk by the judge's "untenable" ruling. In the filing, Justice Department lawyers said the partially built project includes "deep Top Secret excavations, foundations, and structures" that must be completed quickly to protect sensitive construction and security features from exposure. "This order is untenable and must be stayed in that the building is under construction, with deep Top Secret excavations, foundations, and structures, already built, and ready to receive heavily fortified, for security reasons, steel, bullet, ballistic, and blast proof glass, and drone proof roofing materials, which must be finished quickly, and not allowed to be exposed to the conditions and elements of an open construction site," Friday night's motion urges. "Time is of the essence!" JUDGE WARNS TRUMP ADMINISTRATION AGAINST 'IRREVERSIBLE' WHITE HOUSE BALLROOM CONSTRUCTION WORK The appeal asks the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit to stay U.S. District Judge Richard Leon’s order halting the project, which Leon ruled cannot proceed without congressional approval. The administration argues the judge himself acknowledged that work needed to secure the White House grounds and protect the president and staff can continue. "In granting this shocking, unprecedented, and improper injunction, one that could have been sought long ago, prior to the start of construction (in that there was full knowledge, through large scale media attention and publicity, that the White House ballroom was planned to be built, and there would have been a great deal of time for them to object, long before the start of construction, even though their objection would likewise have been baseless and frivolous), the district court took the erroneous, sweeping view that Congress did not authorize the ballroom construction at the White House — yet correctly allows construction 'necessary to ensure the safety and security of the White House and its grounds, including the ballroom construction site, and provide for the personal safety of the President and his staff,'" the DOJ argued. WHITE HOUSE FIRES BACK AT CRITICS CALLING TRUMP’S MASSIVE ARCH ‘TOO BIG’ Also, the lawyers wrote, the judge ignored the administration's overtures to have him visit the site to see the privately funded $400 million project. "The judge was given an opportunity to see the construction taking place at the site, but surprisingly, never responded to our invitation," Trump Assistant Attorney General Brett Shumate wrote. Preservationists challenging the construction say the administration unlawfully bypassed federal review and authorization requirements, but the DOJ rejected the judge's claims that congressional approval is needed for a privately funded ballroom. WHITE HOUSE TOUTS TRUMP’S ‘BOLD VISION’ FOR TOWERING INDEPENDENCE ARCH FOR AMERICA 250 "For decades, Congress has vested the President with overlapping statutory authorities that allow the President to make the improvements he deems necessary to White House grounds and structures," Shumate wrote. "Yet, a district judge ordered the President to halt ongoing reconstruction of the East Wing of the White House by April 14, leaving a massive excavation and structurally completed site adjacent to the now open and exposed Executive Mansion and threatening grave national-security harms to the White House, the President and his family, and the President’s staff." "Almost 400 Million Dollars of private donations and contributions (No taxpayer dollars are being used to build this long sought, and desperately needed, ballroom!) have already been committed, or spent, in the purchase of heavy, large scale, and other types of building materials. The path to this injunction confirms its unfairness, untenability, and danger to the White House and the people working and living within its walls," he added. TRUMP PAUSES OIL EXEC SUMMIT TO PEEK AT WHITE HOUSE BALLROOM'S PROGRESS The new motion filed by the National Park Service said the federal district court lacks the constitutional authority "to entertain this suit, which rests on a single pedestrian’s subjective architectural feelings." The initial lawsuit against the construction was brought by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, a nonprofit organization, alleging Trump exceeded his authority when he razed the historic East Wing and launched construction on the new building. Friday's motion argues the claims are "legally baseless" and "no Trust member has standing." TRUMP ADMIN DEFENDS WHITE HOUSE BALLROOM AS NATIONAL SECURITY MATTER "The President has complete authority to renovate the White House," Shumate concluded. The East Wing was originally built in 1902 and expanded four decades later during Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidency. The ballroom is part of Trump's broader push to reshape Washington's monumental core, which also includes plans for a 250-foot (76-meter) arch and changes at the Trump Kennedy Center. TRUMP ADMIN FIGHTS IN COURT TO KEEP WHITE HOUSE EAST WING DEMOLITION, $300M BALLROOM BUILD ON TRACK "I would like to thank the hardworking Commissioners and Staff of the National Capital Planning Commission, who just voted overwhelmingly, 8-1, to approve the magnificent White House Ballroom now rising on this Hallowed Ground," Trump wrote Thursday night on Truth Social. "I am pleased to announce that even Board Member Senator Rand Paul, known as an extraordinarily difficult vote, voted a strong YES," Trump said. "For more than 150 years, every President has dreamt about having a Ballroom at the White House to accommodate people for Grand Parties, State Visits, and even, in the Modern Day, Inaugurations." WARREN-LED INQUIRY DRAWS NEW DETAILS ON TRUMP BALLROOM DONATIONS FROM MAJOR CORPORATIONS "I am honored to be the first President to finally get this much-needed project, which is on time and under budget, underway," the president added. "When completed, it will be the Greatest and Most Beautiful Ballroom of its kind anywhere in the World, and a fabulous complement to our Beautiful and Storied White House!" Trump has lamented legal challenges to his administration's agenda, rebuking "rogue judges" siding with "baseless" Democrat lawyers and lawsuits. "In the Ballroom case, the Judge said we have to get Congressional approval," Trump wrote this week on Truth Social. "He is WRONG! Congressional approval has never been given on anything, in these circumstances, big or small, having to do with construction at the White House." Reuters contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d289823fb569bd9084f28a 'The Drama' Review: Robert Pattinson, Zendaya star as lovebirds facing utter turmoil in twisted dark rom-com te 2026-04-05T16:10:42.025Z 'The Drama' Review: Robert Pattinson, Zendaya star as lovebirds facing utter turmoil in twisted dark rom-com Has there ever been someone you thought you knew, but then they say or do something that completely changes your view of them? That's the predicament Robert Pattinson and Zendaya face in A24's "The Drama." The two of them star as Charlie and Emma, who are just days from getting married. Their relationship could be pulled from any rom-com; they meet in a coffee shop, he's a geek, she's gorgeous but approachable, you know the drill. ‘THE SUPER MARIO GALAXY MOVIE’ REVIEW: A NOSTALGIC BLAST FOR NINTENDO FANS Their storybook romance hits unexpected turbulence when they are joined by their friends Mike and Rachel (Mamoudou Athie and Alana Haim) for a wine tasting and they engage in a game of sorts where they each reveal the worst thing they have ever done. Mike goes, and Rachel goes, and Charlie goes, all of them sharing their not-so-greatest moments. But it was what Emma revealed that truly shook the others, especially Charlie. Charlie basically has less than a week to grapple with Emma's dark secret and whether it's bad enough to not walk down the aisle. ‘PROJECT HAIL MARY’ REVIEW: RYAN GOSLING AND AN ALIEN ATTEMPT TO SAVE THE PLANET IN FUN SPACE ADVENTURE Ironically, what makes "The Drama" work is that it's a dark comedy. The biting, cringe moments bring plenty of levity as tension builds between Charlie and Emma. Pattinson, mostly known for serious work, is able to bring the funny out of Charlie while being increasingly terrified of his fiancée while Zendaya's Emma brilliantly sends mixed signals as to whether she's a changed person from what she once was. "The Drama" marks Norwegian writer/director Kristoffer Borgli's second English-language film following 2023's underrated Nicolas Cage gem "Dream Scenario." Based on both films, Borgli proves he has the rare gift of balancing humor and intensity. And when Ari Aster ("Hereditary," Midsommar," "Beau is Afraid," "Eddington") is listed as a producer, you know you're in for something really twisted. ‘THE AI DOC’ REVIEW: A TIMELY CRASH COURSE ON THE TECH DOMINATING OUR LIVES The third act falters a bit but "The Drama" is a unique, thought-provoking film that brings rather disturbing fun to the wedding day rom-com and is elevated by Zendaya and Pattinson's performances. It's not exactly a must-see but it showcases the talents of its two buzzy leads as well as Borgli as an emerging filmmaker. "The Drama" is rated R for language, sexual content, and some violence. Running time: 1 hour, 46 minutes. In theaters now. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2896d3fb569bd9084f26e TechCrunch Mobility: ‘A stunning lack of transparency’ te 2026-04-05T16:10:21.124Z TechCrunch Mobility: ‘A stunning lack of transparency’ Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation. T Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2871c3fb569bd9084f25e Arizona’s run ends in Final Four loss to Michigan, putting bow on historic season te 2026-04-05T16:00:28.087Z Arizona’s run ends in Final Four loss to Michigan, putting bow on historic season INDIANAPOLIS – Not long after experiencing Michigan’s wrath, Arizona’s Koa Peat reflected on a season while flanked by teammates. “It means everything to me,” he said. “Being a kid from Arizona, putting on this jersey, having Arizona across my chest. Like I said in the beginning of the season when I put Arizona across my chest, I’m going to go 110 percent every game and leave no regrets.” For most college basketball teams, the season ends with a loss. Regardless of how well a team’s slate of games plays out, and regardless of conference championship victories, only one team can come out on top in the end.  Despite securing the highest remaining overall seed in the tournament, Arizona won’t be that team. The Wildcats ran into a juggernaut on Saturday in the Final Four of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium, putting an end to their historic season.  Michigan dominated Arizona from wire to wire in a 91-73 win, advancing to the title game on Monday where the Wolverines will face UConn, which beat Illinois in the other national semifinal. It was a season reminiscent of old times within the Wildcats program, pushing the bar of what’s expected, competing for a national championship year in and year out. “It was an awesome, awesome journey,” Arizona coach Tommy Lloyd said. “It was as much fun as I’ve ever had coaching basketball.” This year, although closer than the Wildcats have been in 25 seasons, they still came up short.  A matchup that was deemed a pseudo-national championship game by analysts was never really close, with Michigan taking it to the Wildcats from the jump, outclassing them at their own game. For almost all of its matchups this season, Arizona has been the enforcer, the one that pushes its style on opponents, overpowering and outmatching just about every team it faced. The Wildcats more than met their match Saturday. “I think a lot of it is simply matchups,” Michigan coach Dusty May said. “When we’ve played this model, this Arizona model this year — and they’re the souped-up version, they’re the steroid version of Gonzaga and these other teams – we just felt like if a team relies on scoring 15 feet and in … because of our size, length, it’s going to be tough to score enough points 15 feet and in — if we’re making some shots and we’re in a decent rhythm offensively.” Michigan’s Aday Mara was unlike any player the Wildcats have seen this season. The 7-foot-3 big man had a game-high 26 points and looked unstoppable, especially when Arizona’s Motiejus Krivas was on the bench.  Mara stepped up in a big way with Big Ten Player of the Year Yaxel Lendeborg out for a chunk of the first half with a leg injury. Lendeborg’s absence was hardly felt thanks to incredible shotmaking and defense from the Wolverines, which speaks to their depth and elite talent. The rain in the Indianapolis area moved east prior to tipoff inside a filled-to-the-brim Lucas Oil Stadium, but that didn’t stop Michigan from pouring it on in the second half. A seemingly never-ending barrage of 3-pointers left both Wolverines and Wildcats fans with hands on their heads — surrender cobra style — one out of pure euphoria and the other out of agony.  A 64% Michigan shooting effort from beyond the arc in the second half helped push the lead to as many as 30.  Despite the innate comeback ability Arizona has shown this season, it was much too difficult a hill to climb against a team of Michigan’s caliber, closing the chapter on a season Lloyd and his bunch will look back on positively. “I’m just really thankful for the brand and the program for everything they did for me, and these teammates (Jaden Bradley and Brayden Burries) right here,” Peat said. “I’m just super blessed. And it was a special year, and I’m just really thankful for everybody in Tucson.” The team’s 36 wins are the highest mark in program history. Those 36 wins included a Big 12 regular season championship, a Big 12 Tournament championship and an NCAA Tournament  West Regional championship.  Success was an everyday thing for this team, a lot of that stemming from the bond the Wildcats have and the culture Lloyd has built. The camaraderie within the group was evident on the court. The historic season earned Lloyd a five-year extension, further instilling the belief that he’s the man to lead Arizona back to a national championship it has not won since 1997. While this chapter didn’t end how the Wildcats wanted, Lloyd is ready to return to the Final Four next season. “Obviously, we’re disappointed we weren’t able to get it over the top for (Tucson),” Lloyd said. “But I think we all saw what’s possible again. So now let’s all roll up our sleeves and support each other and see if we can make this a normal thing.” The post Arizona’s run ends in Final Four loss to Michigan, putting bow on historic season appeared first on Cronkite News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d284bc3fb569bd9084f1da Can orbital data centers help justify a massive valuation for SpaceX? te 2026-04-05T15:50:20.542Z Can orbital data centers help justify a massive valuation for SpaceX? On the latest episode of TechCrunch’s Equity podcast, we debated Elon Musk's vision for data centers in space. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d280773fb569bd9084f182 Investigation underway after man's death on West Miracle Mile in Tucson te 2026-04-05T15:32:07.424Z Investigation underway after man's death on West Miracle Mile in Tucson A man died after self-inflicted injuries during a police encounter in Tucson over rock-throwing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d280613fb569bd9084f171 Letter to the Editor: Impact of No Kings protests questioned te 2026-04-05T15:31:45.736Z Letter to the Editor: Impact of No Kings protests questioned There are, apparently, many people in Flagstaff who feel that appearing at a No Kings' Day rally will make some sort of impression on the treasonists who make up the Trump administration. It will not. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2804d3fb569bd9084f168 Letter to the Editor: Letter poses questions to Rep. Crane te 2026-04-05T15:31:25.381Z Letter to the Editor: Letter poses questions to Rep. Crane An open letter to Eli Crane: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d280393fb569bd9084f15f Letter to the Editor: Upon reading article, Rep. Crane dubbed our phony 'America First' representative te 2026-04-05T15:31:05.289Z Letter to the Editor: Upon reading article, Rep. Crane dubbed our phony 'America First' representative Thank you for publishing “Warm welcome for Russian lawmakers draws bipartisan backlash for Arizona Rep. Eli Crane” today (Cronkite News, April 1). Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d280243fb569bd9084f156 Letter to the Editor: Reader shows gratitude for having a local newspaper te 2026-04-05T15:30:44.991Z Letter to the Editor: Reader shows gratitude for having a local newspaper I want to thank the Arizona Daily Sun for being in existence as well for their continued coverage of local events, government actions, national/historic stories, etc. We are very fortunate to still have a localized paper and to get to… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d280103fb569bd9084f14d Letter to the Editor: Music offers escape from 'trying and hurtful times' te 2026-04-05T15:30:24.742Z Letter to the Editor: Music offers escape from 'trying and hurtful times' These are very trying and hurtful times. I've got to quit watching the news sometimes or I'll get depressed. But I have a remedy. Turn to the arts. Especially music. I can get any music I want on YouTube. I… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d27db63fb569bd9084f0eb Philadelphia man stabs Planet Fitness worker after getting banned from gym: police te 2026-04-05T15:20:22.239Z Philadelphia man stabs Planet Fitness worker after getting banned from gym: police A Philadelphia man is facing an attempted murder charge after authorities say he stabbed a gym employee multiple times at a Planet Fitness he had been previously banned from, leaving the victim fighting for his life. Davier Massey, 28, was arrested Thursday shortly after the attack at the gym in the Wyncote section of Cheltenham Township, the local police department said. Officers responded around 12:30 p.m. to reports of a stabbing at the Planet Fitness and found a male employee suffering from multiple stab wounds, police said. He was rushed to a trauma center with life-threatening injuries. No updates on his current condition were immediately provided. Investigators said the attack followed an altercation between the employee and Massey, who had previously been banned from the gym. FLORIDA MANIAC ATTACKS CHILD WITH KNIFE AT SCHOOL BUS STOP DAYS AFTER JAIL RELEASE, POLICE SAY "I can’t believe this. I feel like I’m in a dream right now," one gym-goer told FOX29 Philadelphia. Another told the station that "all the employees are nice" and "uplifting." "It’s a little shocking for something to happen right here," he said. KANSAS MAN CHARGED IN UNPROVOKED PARK STABBING THAT LEFT WOMAN CRITICALLY INJURED Massey was taken into custody a short distance from the scene and is now facing a long list of charges, including attempted first-degree murder, aggravated assault, terroristic threats and possession of an instrument of crime, according to police. Authorities said bail was denied, and Massey is being held at the Montgomery County Correctional Facility pending further court proceedings. Police have not released a motive for the attack or additional details about what sparked the confrontation at the gym. The investigation remains ongoing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d27b723fb569bd9084f0a4 Hungry peacock taps on windows for food, helps himself to fruit and peanuts in neighborhood homes te 2026-04-05T15:10:42.115Z Hungry peacock taps on windows for food, helps himself to fruit and peanuts in neighborhood homes A peacock has taken up residence on a quiet neighborhood street — regularly wandering into yards and even tapping on windows in search of food. Residents say the bird, affectionately named Pete, first appeared about six months ago. No one has come forward to claim him, news agency SWNS reported. Since then, locals have grown used to the unexpected visitor.  SECRET COUNTRY GETAWAY SEES BIG AMERICAN DEMAND FOR NOSTALGIC COMFORT FOODS Some folks have even created a group chat to keep track of his movements and sightings around the neighborhood of Guildford in Surrey, England.  The bird has become known for its bold behavior, frequently approaching homes and pecking at doors or windows when it is hungry. In at least one instance, the bird managed to enter a home through an open door, SWNS noted. Homeowner Jim Andy said he first spotted Pete outside his home, and later gave the bird its name.  He said the peacock often moves between nearby properties and appears comfortable around people. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Some residents have raised concerns about the bird's safety, particularly on nearby roads, while others have embraced the unusual guest. "He is here every day," said Nicola Andy, Jim Andy's wife. "He doesn't want to go, apparently." Neighbors say Pete has developed a varied diet, eating food left out for him, such as fruit, herbs, peanuts and bird seed. Martin Dowland, a resident of the area, said the peacock frequently visits his yard and has even taken food directly from his hand. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES He described the bird as calm but noted its large wingspan can be startling. Dowland said the peacock recently wandered into his home through a back door. "I say that I want him to go, but I keep feeding him. I have a soft spot for him," Dowland noted. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ While some residents say they would prefer the bird found a permanent home — many have grown fond of their feathered visitor. Peacocks do not occur naturally in the wild in the U.K., according to Help Wildlife, and are actually "feral birds" – those straying from a domestic collection. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d27b5e3fb569bd9084f09b Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton says he found God amid medical scare in emotional confession te 2026-04-05T15:10:22.279Z Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton says he found God amid medical scare in emotional confession Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton is sharing his faith journey after revealing that he found God during a recent life-threatening medical experience. On March 23, Hilton revealed that he had been hospitalized for three weeks with severe sepsis and infections. In a candid video, he said God had "presented himself to me" during the ordeal and changed him through the experience. "God presented himself to me and then did something. Something I can only call miraculous ... it was real, and this has been life-changing," he said. On Thursday, the entertainment columnist posted another tearful video to social media in which he apologized for past mistakes and said he had begun reading the Bible again. CARRIE UNDERWOOD WARNS HOLLYWOOD IS A 'SELF-SERVING BUSINESS,' CREDITS FAITH FOR KEEPING HER GROUNDED "I’ve been crying, but happy tears. Happy tears. Because this is just, this is just so crazy. I’ve been reading the Bible, and so much of what is said here I had already been thinking of. It’s just overwhelming in the best, most beautiful way," he said, while holding up a Bible to the camera. Hilton said what he was reading in Scripture mirrored changes he had already begun making in his personal life, and he expressed remorse for what he described as past "selfish" behavior. "I made a lot of mistakes in my past. We all have. Nobody's perfect," he said. "But my mistakes are very public. The internet is forever. Receipts are forever. I carry with me deep shame and regret. I'm sorry. I will continue to apologize. I have also reached out to make amends. I've apologized publicly and privately to dozens of people." "Because I was so selfish, because I didn't care who I hurt. I just cared about the views, the attention, the money — people hated me," he continued. "Some people enjoyed it, but it felt like most people hated me. And last week, since I've been home, I haven't been getting as much hate, and I've been getting love and prayers." JUSTIN BIEBER SAYS FAITH IN JESUS HEALED HIM AFTER MUSIC INDUSTRY ‘DIDN’T ALWAYS PROTECT MY SOUL’ Hilton acknowledged the backlash he has received over the years for his online reporting and said some people still "want to see me suffer," but added that he believes God loves him and has forgiven him. "And I know that some people are fed up with me talking about God. You don’t have to watch these videos. You don’t have to watch. I love God. My experience was real. My testimony is important," he said. Hilton vowed to be a better person going forward. "What matters is today. How I behave today, how I behave tomorrow," he continued. "And not only did God save me in so many ways, but God gave me a new lease on life and a new opportunity to truly be better and do better." KATHIE LEE GIFFORD EXPLAINS WHY SHE’S 'ANTI-RELIGION’ DESPITE HER DEEP CHRISTIAN FAITH Several Christian entertainers offered words of encouragement in the comment section of the post. "Jenny and I are for you Perez! Keep your eyes fixed on Him!" actor Donnie Wahlberg, who is married to former "The View" host Jenny McCarthy, wrote. "Faithfully praying for you Perez," Candace Cameron Bure wrote, adding prayer hands and heart emojis. "Praise the Lord! Praying for you," singer Kaya Jones wrote. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE "You are a beautiful soul, this is amazing Perez," actress Bethany Joy Lenz wrote. In his initial video about the hospitalization, Hilton said he was raised Catholic but had never been a believer until now. He also said he was "excited" to begin taking his children to church. He's since posted several videos thanking God and talking about his spiritual transformation as he continues to recover from the hospital stay. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d279073fb569bd9084f049 Inside the daring rescue of airman behind enemy lines: How CIA assisted with 'deception campaign' te 2026-04-05T15:00:23.634Z Inside the daring rescue of airman behind enemy lines: How CIA assisted with 'deception campaign' The "daring" U.S. military rescue of a "seriously wounded" airman is being hailed as an American success story, as President Donald Trump announced "we got him!" and detailed the "AMAZING show of bravery and talent," turning a potential American setback into a show of might. Details about the rescue are trickling in, including senior administration officials telling Fox News how the CIA deflected enemy attention with a "deception campaign." The CIA spread word in Iran through multiple sources that U.S. forces had already found the second of two airmen who ejected from their F-15e, and were moving him out of Iran in a maritime exfiltration elsewhere, sources told Fox News, but that was designed to buy time to find the stranded weapons system officer. The CIA picked up a distress signal, passing the intelligence on to the Pentagon and White House, which ordered the immediate rescue mission, according to sources. MORNING GLORY: PRESIDENT TRUMP IS ON THE CUSP OF A HISTORIC ACHIEVEMENT There was initial fear the "beacon signal" was an Iranian "trap," sources said. "There was a lot at stake here," the source said. Once the CIA confirmed Saturday morning that this was not an Iranian trap, the missing airman was located using advanced technical capabilities. CIA Director John Ratcliffe informed Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Gen. Dan "Raizin'" Caine and, ultimately, Trump. "Within eight hours, we had planes in motion," the source said. "Within almost 12 hours we were on the ground in Iran. TRUMP TELLS 'STRANGE' IRANIAN NEGOTIATORS TO 'GET SERIOUS SOON' OR 'IT WON'T BE PRETTY' "We've seen before what they do with prisoners. We were going to expend every effort to make sure we got to him first." The U.S. used MQ9 Reaper drones to protect the area around where the airman was hiding and fired on anything that came close to that area and any area where U.S. forces were operating to prevent crowds or any Iranians from approaching, sources confirmed to Fox News. "We executed multiple large-scale strikes in the surrounding area using every tactical jet in the U.S. inventory and B-1 Bombers to keep him safe," according to a senior US official. Trump saluted the complex operation to exfiltrate the "highly respected colonel." "We have rescued the seriously wounded, and really brave, F-15 Crew Member/Officer, from deep inside the mountains of Iran," Trump wrote Sunday morning on Truth Social, announcing an Oval Office news conference set for 1 p.m. ET Monday. "The Iranian Military was looking hard, in big numbers, and getting close." MORNING GLORY: WHAT WILL DONALD TRUMP'S LEGACY BE AS A WARTIME PRESIDENT? "This type of raid is seldom attempted because of the danger to 'man and equipment.' It just doesn’t happen!" Trump said. "The second raid came after the first one, where we rescued the pilot in broad daylight, also unusual, spending seven hours over Iran. An AMAZING show of bravery and talent by all!" One night earlier, Trump hailed "one of the most daring Search and Rescue Operations in U.S. History." "My fellow Americans, over the past several hours, the United States Military pulled off one of the most daring Search and Rescue Operations in U.S. History, for one of our incredible Crew Member Officers, who also happens to be a highly respected Colonel, and who I am thrilled to let you know is now SAFE and SOUND!" Trump wrote Saturday night on Truth Social. "This brave Warrior was behind enemy lines in the treacherous mountains of Iran, being hunted down by our enemies, who were getting closer and closer by the hour, but was never truly alone because his Commander in Chief, Secretary of War, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and fellow Warfighters were monitoring his location 24 hours a day, and diligently planning for his rescue," he said. The injured airman was the second of two crew members from the warplane Iran claimed it had brought down with its air defenses on Friday. Several aircraft were destroyed during the U.S. rescue mission, Iran's elite Islamic Revolutionary Guards claimed Sunday according to the Tasnim news agency. An Iranian military spokesperson said a C-130 military transport plane and two Black Hawk helicopters were among the downed craft. TRUMP ORDERS WAR DEPT TO POSTPONE STRIKES ON IRANIAN ENERGY SITES, CITING 'PRODUCTIVE' TALKS TO END WAR Israeli intelligence had assisted the CIA in determining the location of the missing WSO and removing doubt of Iranian "trap," halting its attacks in the area to facilitate the mission, an Israeli security official told Reuters. "All Israelis rejoice in the incredible rescue of a brave American pilot by America's dauntless warriors," Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wrote in a statement Sunday morning. "This proves that when free societies muster their courage and their resolve, they can confront seemingly insurmountable odds and overcome the forces of darkness and terror." The weekend rescue left Trump resolute in swift and decisive victory amid a 10-day deadline to reopen the Hormuz Strait to oil tankers, issuing a stunning expletive-laced warning Sunday morning. "Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran," Trump wrote on Truth Social. "There will be nothing like it!!! "Open the F--in’ Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell - JUST WATCH! Praise be to Allah," he added. Fox News' Jennifer Griffin, Trey Yingst and Reuters contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d276b23fb569bd9084f01d Giving voice to the missing te 2026-04-05T14:50:26.372Z Giving voice to the missing Jill Trenholm’s ‘The Deer Woman’ carries 350 faces calling for justice Every one of the 100 seats in the Si Birch Community Room at Community Library Sedona was taken for the first milestone of Sedona sculptor Jill Trenholm’s newest work on March 12. The ceremony for “The Deer Woman” was the unveili Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d274573fb569bd9084efb8 NHL fan goes into labor during Oilers game against Golden Knights, broadcaster says te 2026-04-05T14:40:23.622Z NHL fan goes into labor during Oilers game against Golden Knights, broadcaster says An NHL fan at Rogers Place to watch the Edmonton Oilers take on the Vegas Golden Knights on Saturday gave birth in the arena during the game, according to a broadcaster. Oilers play-by-play man Jack Michaels made the revelation as Sportsnet came back on air for the start of the third period. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "Breaking news, we have word that someone has gone into labor here tonight," Michaels said. "There’s a baby being born on the seventh floor at Rogers Place as we speak. So, someone is going to have a great story to tell. It would be nice to have them join us on ‘After Hours’ to describe what’s happened but that could be asking a bit much." There was no more information given about the baby, including the child’s name. Perhaps Edmond or Edmund could be a fitting name if the child is a boy. OILERS LOSE LEON DRAISAITL FOR REST OF REGULAR SEASON AS PLAYOFFS APPROACH Meanwhile, the Oilers fell to the Golden Knights, 5-1. Brett Howden and Jeremy Lauzon each had a goal and an assist. Colton Sissons, Mark Stone and Rasmus Andersson had a goal each as well. Vegas goaltender Carter Hart made 31 saves in the victory as the team remained perfect since John Tortorella was named head coach. Both teams are in the midst of a division title race. Edmonton maintained a slim lead over the Anaheim Ducks with five games left in the season. Each team has 87 points on the year. With the win, Vegas moved a point back behind both teams. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d272013fb569bd9084ef7d High Country Running: Hopi runner Nicholas Qömawunu and the 1928 Route 66 Bunion Derby te 2026-04-05T14:30:25.988Z High Country Running: Hopi runner Nicholas Qömawunu and the 1928 Route 66 Bunion Derby Neil Weintraub dives into Hopi running history this week. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d26d8d3fb569bd9084eeeb Carpenter's Column: Playing hide and seek at night te 2026-04-05T14:11:25.041Z Carpenter's Column: Playing hide and seek at night This week's column from Tom Carpenter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d26d793fb569bd9084eee2 Flagstaff History: Southside wanted a say in city renovations te 2026-04-05T14:11:05.270Z Flagstaff History: Southside wanted a say in city renovations This week's look back into Flagstaff's history. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d26d623fb569bd9084eec0 Archaeologists uncover mysterious Christian artifact near waters tied to Jesus' ministry: 'No known parallel' te 2026-04-05T14:10:42.944Z Archaeologists uncover mysterious Christian artifact near waters tied to Jesus' ministry: 'No known parallel' Archaeologists have uncovered a one-of-a-kind artifact near the Sea of Galilee that may reveal new details about how early Christians practiced baptism. The 1,400-year-old artifact was recently found in the ancient city of Hippos, a prominent bishop's seat during the Byzantine era, according to a March 30 press release shared with Fox News Digital. The city was once the only Christian city around the Sea of Galilee, controlling territory associated with Jesus' ministry. LEGENDARY CAPTAIN WHO INSPIRED 'THE THREE MUSKETEERS' MAY HAVE BEEN FOUND UNDER CHURCH ALTAR The marble bloc was found in a hall of baptism called a photisterion. It may shed light on "a stage of the early Christian baptismal rite that has until now gone unrecorded," officials said. Hippos' cathedral had two baptismal halls: one for adults, and another for infants and children, which is where the new object was found. The smaller hall was constructed after 591 A.D. and was destroyed by an earthquake in 749 A.D. — meaning the object is roughly 1,400 years old. COIN USED AS BUS FARE TURNS OUT TO BE 2,000-YEAR-OLD RELIC, ITS JOURNEY STILL A MYSTERY Officials described the artifact as "a rectangular block bearing three hemispheric cavities, found beside a baptismal font in a newly revealed ceremonial hall." Researchers believe the block may have held three different oils used during a threefold baptismal immersion ceremony. Pictures of the object show the weathered marble block with three bowl-shaped basins, suggesting it was designed to hold liquids side by side. Early Christian baptisms more commonly involved two anointings before and after the rite — which makes the three-part design particularly unusual. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "The collapse buried the marble and bronze artifacts beneath the rubble, preserving them until their recent discovery," the release noted. Officials added, "After extensive examination and comparison, the scholars concluded that no known parallels to the artifact exist." Michael Eisenberg, a University of Haifa archaeologist who recently published the results in the journal PEQ, along with colleague Arleta Kowalewska, said the object was found among a variety of "remarkable liturgical objects," including a bronze candelabrum used to hold candles. "Only after careful research did we realize how unique they are for understanding Christian ritual practices in the cradle of Christianity by the Sea of Galilee," he said. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER The object was "nothing special at first glance," to the excavations, Eisenberg told Fox News Digital. "But here is exactly where the archaeological and liturgical studies came into play." "Realizing that it is a one-of-a-kind artifact that may fill unknown regional and perhaps wider lacunae in one of the most ancient and sacred Christian ceremonies was a complete surprise." Eisenberg said the findings may "open a portal" to the development of baptism rituals in the early Christian world. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES "In different regions, distinct liturgical traditions developed, many of which are not documented in written sources," the archaeologist said. "This find offers a rare glimpse into how the baptismal rite was shaped and practiced in the Byzantine Christian community of Hippos." The find joins a long list of significant archaeological discoveries found at Hippos in recent years. Last year, excavators in Hippos found a 1,600-year-old Christian care facility for the elderly, which is possibly the world's oldest nursing home. Last July, metal detectorists found a trove of ancient jewelry and gold coins near ruins in Hippos. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d26d4e3fb569bd9084eea4 In Japan, the robot isn’t coming for your job; it’s filling the one nobody wants te 2026-04-05T14:10:22.264Z In Japan, the robot isn’t coming for your job; it’s filling the one nobody wants Driven by labor shortages, Japan is pushing physical AI from pilot projects into real-world deployment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d26af63fb569bd9084ee70 Yankees legend Reggie Jackson criticizes Pete Hegseth's leadership amid Iran conflict te 2026-04-05T14:00:22.911Z Yankees legend Reggie Jackson criticizes Pete Hegseth's leadership amid Iran conflict Baseball Hall of Famer Reggie Jackson criticized War Secretary Pete Hegseth on Friday over the decision to shake up leadership amid the ongoing military operation in Iran. Hegseth asked Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George to step down and take immediate retirement on Thursday.  A senior War Department official told Fox News that Hegseth called George and asked for his immediate retirement, saying, "It was time for a leadership change in the Army." CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Gen. David Hodne, who led the U.S. Army’s Transformation and Training Command, and Maj. Gen. William Green, the head of the Army’s Chaplain Corps, were also ousted, according to Reuters. The former New York Yankees star was critical of the moves. "What’s happening with our Sec of Defense. How do we get rid of all that experience at this time? Help me I don’t get it. Getting rid of The Chaplin (sic) leader?" Jackson wrote on X. KNICKS BROADCASTER'S JOKE COMPARING BULLS' 'OBLITERATED' DEFENSE TO IRAN LEAVES PARTNER STUNNED "What? We’ve got a war going on and we’re getting rid of most of our experience and knowledge built with uniform time." War Department chief spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed George’s move in a post on X. "General Randy A. George will be retiring from his position as the 41st Chief of Staff of the Army effective immediately," he wrote. "The Department of War is grateful for General George’s decades of service to our nation. We wish him well in his retirement." Hegseth announced last month changes to military "faith codes" as he began to overhaul the Pentagon Chaplain corps. He vowed that more changes would be coming. Fox News’ Morgan Phillips contributed to this report. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d266473fb569bd9084ede8 Trump calls rescue of downed Air Force pilot an 'Easter Miracle' te 2026-04-05T13:40:23.880Z Trump calls rescue of downed Air Force pilot an 'Easter Miracle' President Donald Trump hailed the rescue of a missing U.S. airman from a downed F-15E in Iran as an "Easter Miracle," after U.S. forces recovered the second crew member following a high-risk mission behind enemy lines. "The rescue was an Easter Miracle. The enemy was large and violent. The rescuers were brilliant, strong, decisive, and as cool as anyone can be," Trump told NBC host Kristen Welker. "Such a rescue has never happened before in so violent an enemy territory. It is usually not done because it is considered not doable." The rescue followed the downing of the F-15, which triggered a multi-day search operation inside Iran. U.S. forces had already recovered the first crew member before locating the second, who had been missing in mountainous terrain as Iranian forces searched the area in large numbers. US PILOT RESCUED FROM DOWNED F-15E FIGHTER JET IN IRAN, SEARCH FOR SECOND CREW MEMBER ONGOING In a public statement announcing the successful recovery, Trump characterized the operation as one of the most daring in U.S. military history and provided an update on the airman’s condition. "Over the past several hours, the United States Military pulled off one of the most daring Search and Rescue Operations in U.S. History. He is injured, but he will be just fine," Trump said. "We have rescued the seriously wounded, and really brave, F-15 Crew Member/Officer, from deep inside the mountains of Iran. The Iranian Military was looking hard, in big numbers, and getting close." Trump also highlighted the operational risks involved, stressing that missions of this kind are rarely attempted due to the danger to both personnel and equipment. WHAT B-52 BOMBERS BRING TO IRAN FIGHT — AND WHAT IT MEANS FOR THE WAR "This type of raid is seldom attempted because of the danger to ‘man and equipment.’ It just doesn’t happen," he said. He revealed that the earlier rescue of the first crew member had been deliberately withheld from public disclosure in order to protect the second operation, suggesting coordination across multiple high-risk missions. "This miraculous Search and Rescue Operation comes in addition to a successful rescue of another brave Pilot, yesterday, which we did not confirm, because we did not want to jeopardize our second rescue operation," Trump said. Trump described the dual recovery as historically significant, saying the United States had accomplished something not previously seen in modern military operations. TRUMP SAYS IRAN ‘NO LONGER A THREAT’ AFTER 32 DAYS — OUTLINES NEXT PHASE OF US WAR "This is the first time in military memory that two U.S. Pilots have been rescued, separately, deep in Enemy Territory," he said. He framed the mission as a broader demonstration of U.S. military capability, pointing to the lack of American casualties and what he described as dominance in the operational environment. "The fact that we were able to pull off both of these operations, without a SINGLE American killed, or even wounded, shows overwhelming Air Dominance and Superiority over the Iranian skies," Trump said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE He also called for unity in response to the operation, arguing that the rescue should be a moment of shared national pride across political lines. "This is a moment that ALL Americans, Republican, Democrat, and everyone else, should be proud of and united around," Trump said. "We truly have the best, most professional, and lethal Military in the History of the World." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d261a93fb569bd9084ed60 Democrats face backlash for leaving Biden out of Easter ‘better times’ post te 2026-04-05T13:20:41.938Z Democrats face backlash for leaving Biden out of Easter ‘better times’ post The Democratic Party is facing criticism after it posted an Easter-themed message about "Better times at the White House" featuring former President Barack Obama, while leaving out former President Joe Biden. The post, published Saturday by the official Democratic Party X account, shows Obama from behind standing beside a person in an Easter Bunny costume with the Washington Monument in the background. The caption reads, "Better times at the White House." Biden is not pictured or mentioned in the post, and much of the reaction centered on that omission. Social media users wondered why the account appeared to invoke nostalgia for the Obama White House while bypassing Biden’s presidency altogether.  "Why are y’all skipping over Biden?" Christian influencer Renatta Oxendine wrote in reply, as other users similarly questioned why Democrats used an image tied to Obama rather than the party’s most recent president. NEWSOM OFFICE CALLED OUT FOR SKIPPING BIDEN IN POST MISSING OBAMA AS PAST PRESIDENT WITH ‘FUNCTIONING BRAIN’ Fox News Digital columnist David Marcus said the post was a "brutal smack down of Joe Biden." The reaction followed a similar controversy involving Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s press office, which was criticized after posting a message encouraging users to repost "if you miss having a President with a functioning brain," alongside an image of former President Barack Obama. OBAMA ADVISER REVEALS PRIVATE CONVERSATIONS URGING BIDEN NOT TO RUN IN 2016 The post drew attention for omitting Biden, despite Newsom’s past public support for him. Critics on social media pointed out the absence, with conservative podcaster Stephen L. Miller writing, "They skipped someone," while others shared commentary questioning the omission. The Republican Party’s official account also weighed in, resurfacing a prior post from Newsom’s press office that read, "Happy birthday, President @JoeBiden! We miss having a president who has physical stamina — and a functioning brain." The GOP account added, "We know you ‘can’t read’ but remember posting this?" OBAMA AND BIDEN'S RELATIONSHIP HAS DETERIORATED, ‘REALLY BAD’ SINCE ELECTION: ABC REPORTER After facing backlash, the Newsom press office later posted a separate message praising Biden’s "empathy," though the initial criticism continued circulating online. Social media reactions continue to circulate, with users offering varying interpretations of the post’s intent and timing, as well as drawing comparisons to other recent political messaging controversies. The post came as the Supreme Court hears arguments in a major case tied to birthright citizenship, where justices have questioned efforts to reinterpret the 14th Amendment and potentially limit automatic citizenship. Fox News Digital reached out to the DNC for comment, but did not immediately receive a response. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d261963fb569bd9084ed57 Basketball legend Candace Parker takes aim at Geno Auriemma after Dawn Staley confrontation te 2026-04-05T13:20:22.485Z Basketball legend Candace Parker takes aim at Geno Auriemma after Dawn Staley confrontation Former WNBA star Candace Parker had no empathy for UConn Huskies women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma after he erupted at South Carolina’s Dawn Staley on Friday night. Auriemma was upset with Staley failing to meet him for a customary pregame handshake before their Final Four game tipped off. His frustrations with Staley led to him confronting her at halfcourt when the game was over. Staley yelled back at Auriemma as coaches and other staff members got in between the two. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Parker, who was elected to the Basketball Hall of Fame this week, spoke about the incident on Saturday night. "In time, you see people's colors over and over again," she said. "And there can be a separation of time with that, but the colors always come to light. I think colors were shown yesterday on both sides, right? However you want to take that." UCONN'S UNDEFEATED SEASON CRUMBLES AS SOUTH CAROLINA GETS SWEET REVENGE AGAINST REIGNING CHAMPS Auriemma issued an apology for his outburst. "There’s no excuse for how I handled the end of the game vs. South Carolina. It’s unlike what I do and what our standard is here at Connecticut," the Hall of Fame coach said in a statement on Saturday. "I want to apologize to the staff and the team at South Carolina. It was uncalled for in how I reacted. The story should be how well South Carolina played, and I don’t want my actions to detract from that. I’ve had a great relationship with their staff, and I sincerely want to apologize to them." Staley sidestepped a question about the interaction, saying she was focused on South Carolina’s national championship game against the UCLA Bruins. "For me, no distractions at this time. I'm concentrating on winning a national championship, that’s it," Staley said. "That’s a little disheartening. This is sports, sometimes things like this happen. Continue to focus on my team and ability to advance in this tournament and hopefully win another national championship." The Associated Press contributed to this report. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d25f643fb569bd9084ed0f 5 key factors may predict stroke risk years after first event, study finds te 2026-04-05T13:11:00.989Z 5 key factors may predict stroke risk years after first event, study finds After a minor stroke, there are several risk factors that can predict another event, according to new research. A study published in the journal Circulation by the American Heart Association investigated what happens after someone has a transient ischemic attack (TIA), also known as a "mini-stroke." This was a follow-up to the previous PERSIST study, which found that stroke risk persisted after the typical 90-day monitoring window. NEARLY 90% OF AMERICANS AT RISK OF SILENT DISEASE — HERE'S WHAT TO KNOW The Canada-based researchers measured long-term risk, finding that individuals who experience a minor stroke face an elevated chance of a recurrence for at least 10 years. The systemic review included 28 observational studies with more than 86,000 participants who were followed for at least one year after experiencing a minor stroke. The median age was 69 and 57% of them were men. The review identified the following five key factors that may predict another stroke. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES Older age was also associated with a higher risk. The researchers said these results can help doctors spot patients who have a long-term risk of stroke, so they can keep a closer eye on them, provide the right treatment, and create more focused ways to prevent strokes. Cardiologist Bibhu D. Mohanty, MD, cardiovascular sciences associate professor at University of South Florida, Morsani College of Medicine, was not involved in the research but discussed the findings with Fox News Digital. "This is an interesting meta-analysis that is well-performed technically, in seeking to address a challenging question in a population that is demonstrating early signs of significant stroke risk," he said. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER Identifying risk factors is an important first step in identifying "actionable intervention," according to Mohanty. "Now that we know what they are, what can we do about them?" he questioned. "As a medical community, we are all aware that there is considerable overlap in modification of brain health and heart health." The cardiologist said he treats many stroke patients, but was surprised by how many had cardioembolic strokes — caused by clots that form in the heart — on top of common vascular risk factors like high blood pressure and artery plaque. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "From both a clinician and patient perspective, this highlights the importance of seeking collaborative insight and decision-making among cardiologists and neurologists when comprehensively managing patients with stroke or stroke risk," he added. Fox News Digital reached out to the study authors for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d25f513fb569bd9084ed06 Donnie Wahlberg and Jenny McCarthy's surprising faith date night rituals after almost 12 years of marriage te 2026-04-05T13:10:41.536Z Donnie Wahlberg and Jenny McCarthy's surprising faith date night rituals after almost 12 years of marriage Donnie Wahlberg and Jenny McCarthy's date nights are centered around their faith these days. At the 2026 iHeartRadio Awards, Wahlberg told Fox News Digital that he likes to watch shows like "The Chosen" with his wife of almost 12 years. "Other than stuff like this," Wahlberg began, referring to the award show, "Date night for us though typically looks like... we make a big plan, we're about to get ready, and then we say, Ah, let's stay in and watch 'The Chosen.'" "And then we watch ‘The Chosen.’ That's kind of like date nights nowadays," Wahlberg said. JENNY MCCARTHY ADMITS MARRIAGE 'CHALLENGE' SHE AND HUSBAND DONNIE WAHLBERG FACE McCarthy added, "Yeah, yeah, yeah. It's definitely takeout and sitting back." McCarthy noted that it was a fine experience attending the 2026 iHeartRadio Awards with 50-year-olds still presenting. "Well, date night... this is a fun night for us! You know what I mean? I said to Donnie, the fact that we've got some 50-year-olds in the house still being asked to present is not too shabby!" she began. WATCH: Jenny McCarthy and Donnie Wahlberg prefer date nights in and watching 'The Chosen' "You know what I mean? Back in my days of MTV, I was a little 20-something going like, 'Oh my god!' Now I'm in my 50s going, 'Okay, we're still here, we're presenting, you're still a rockstar,'" McCarthy said. The 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards were held on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, hosted by Ludacris. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER The couple met in 2013 when Wahlberg appeared on McCarthy’s talk show, "The Jenny McCarthy Show," and the pair shared a flirty exchange. They married in 2014 and have since become known for their playful, affectionate dynamic, often sharing glimpses of their life together online. Over a decade later, they continue to prioritize their relationship through a unique tradition of renewing their wedding vows every single year. WATCH: Jenny McCarthy and Donnie Wahlberg walk the red carpet at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS In 2024, McCarthy was a guest on the "Let’s Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa" podcast and shared that the couple have renewed their vows 10 times. "I used to make fun of celebrities when they would do it, or people in general, when they renew their vows," "The Masked Singer" judge admitted. "I'm like, ‘That's so corny and weird. Your wedding's over. Just stay married,’ and then Donnie — this is a tradition Donnie wanted to implement." McCarthy continued, "He's like, ‘I want to remind each other of our vows’ and talk about — like our pastor reminisces about the year and gives us a thing to think about as the year goes on." "So, there is something nice about it." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d25f3c3fb569bd9084eced Hellertoon: Happy Easter te 2026-04-05T13:10:20.880Z Hellertoon: Happy Easter Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d25ce93fb569bd9084ecc7 Duck-hunting trip in New Orleans turns nearly deadly until last-minute prayer brings miracle te 2026-04-05T13:00:25.426Z Duck-hunting trip in New Orleans turns nearly deadly until last-minute prayer brings miracle Authors Squire Rushnell and Louise DuArt coined the word "Godwink" to describe the way the Lord works in mysterious ways, exemplified by this story for Easter Sunday. As they told Fox News Digital, "What mysterious force in the universe causes us to help someone in need — only to discover that we are the ones being led to life changes?" In New Orleans for Easter a few years ago, shop windows just recently decorated with sequined outfits, colorful boas and feathered headdresses for Mardi Gras were now trimmed in baskets of pink and green, chocolate bunnies and Lily of the Valley. Gerry Ponson, together with his then-girlfriend Shannon, strolled arm in arm through the French Quarter, laughing and stealing affectionate glances.  PASTOR AND STRANGER LINKED BY GOSPEL SONG AS MIRACULOUS KIDNEY DONATION SAVES TWO LIVES Ponson balanced an air of boyish curiosity with the commanding presence of a sea captain who could turn on a dime to bark orders at his crew. Meanwhile, the nurse in Shannon showed.  She’d learned to tuck her patience into a delightful carefree spirit. What didn’t show was her worry — that if she pushed her rugged beau too close to marriage, he might bolt.  Fortunately, Gerry’s younger sister, Penny Ponson, had become Shannon’s best ally. The women shared a strong faith, and during heart-to-heart talks, they'd agreed he would benefit from believing in "someone up there" bigger than himself. Penny told Shannon about a recent time she'd mentioned the subject of faith with her brother.  "I told him, ‘Even if you reject Him, God loves you, and you can’t do a thing about it!’" "What did he say to that?" Shannon asked. TEXAS COMMUNITY FOR SPECIAL-NEEDS ADULTS IS A MODEL FOR OTHERS: ‘A JOYFUL PLACE’ "Get out of the house!"  They both laughed.  Ponson had a tradition. Early each year, he took his older friend, Mac, along with Mac’s championship golden retriever, Booga, duck hunting across the bay from New Orleans. This year, Mac had been hurting — he’d lost his wife of 45 years. As was their norm, the trio set out in Ponson's 17-foot boat at 4:30 a.m. Booga took his post, standing at the bow while Gerry wrapped Mac in a heavy blanket and a wool watch cap. The temperature hovered in the 30s.  For the first half-hour, Ponson felt excitement about the venture. Then, noticing changes in the wind and the rocking of the boat, an uneasiness crept over the veteran seaman. He always checked the weather — second nature for a fisherman. But the wind, rising quickly, brought higher waves that slammed the small boat with growing force. Ponson had heard the lore of fast-developing storms in the northern Gulf — systems that escaped the notice of meteorologists — before exploding into near-gale winds, towering waves and rare but deadly storms. Within moments, icy water began crashing over the gunwale, causing the boat to flip like a toy — and dumping the three occupants into the dark, shockingly cold water. Ponson grabbed his friend by the latter man's life jacket, shouting, "Keep moving your arms and feet!" He knew his older friend could quickly suffer from hypothermia. BUS DRIVER HAILED AS HERO FOR SAVING YOUNG CHILD WANDERING ALONE ON BUSY STREET Something bumped his arm — it was the boat’s 10-foot push pole. He seized it, driving it downward into the churning water. When it struck bottom, Ponson was thankful — at least they’d have something to hang onto. "Hold on, Mac," said Ponson over the wind. "There’ll be a boat coming down the channel, I’m sure of it." Booga paddled over, panting. For awhile, Ponson held him up by his collar. Over the next hour, as the waves battered the three of them in total darkness, Ponson fought to keep everyone alive — holding Mac upright for several minutes, then giving Booga a rest.  "I’m cold, Gerry," Mac said in a weak voice.  Ponson felt helpless and frustrated. Finally, he made the hardest decision he could remember.  "I can’t save you both, Mac," he said sympathetically. "I’ve got to let Booga go." He shooed the dog toward shore, knowing the chances of survival were nearly impossible in this weather. "Hold on, Mac. It’ll be light soon," he said. "Somebody’ll come." But an hour passed without another boat in sight. Moreover, believing in unseen things or miracles had never been Ponson's strong suit. His thoughts drifted to Shannon. She was a believer — but she gave him his space. Another half hour crawled by. The sky slowly began to turn gray, and the waves began to ease. Yet a mist had surrounded them. "I can’t hold on much longer," Mac croaked. For the first time, Gerry remembered what Penny had said: "God loves you, and you can’t do a thing about it!" CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES He tilted his face toward the empty sky. "If you’re there — please send us a boat," he whispered. Then, as an afterthought, he added, "Please, give me a second chance." Less than a minute later, something moved in the fog. He squinted. A hole in the mist seemed to open. Was it a cross? Suddenly he saw the mast of a boat. He ripped off his shirt and waved it wildly. "Mac! It’s a boat! They see us!" A smaller boat soon ferried them to a larger vessel. As Ponson climbed the rope ladder, he noticed something that stopped him cold.  The name painted on the hull of the boat was "Second Chance."  TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Soon there was a churning sound overhead. He felt grateful as he watched his older friend lifted by a medivac helicopter, to be rushed to a hospital. A short while later, the Second Chance boat pulled up to the dock in New Orleans — where another surprise awaited. Dancing in circles on the pier was Booga — alive.  Still, the best surprise was yet to come.  Standing quietly on the dock, tears on her face, was Shannon.  The couple embraced tightly. Ponson knew exactly what he was going to say.  It had come to mind the moment he saw the name of that boat, right after he'd asked for a "second chance." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "God wants me to say this. Will you marry me?" Shannon’s face filled with joy, "Yes." "One condition," he added breathlessly. "Will you marry me on Easter Sunday?" Tears filled her eyes. "Yes and yes." That spring, at a New Orleans wedding chapel — with Mac, in a wheelchair, as best man — and Booga serving as "best dog" — the couple said their vows and began a brand-new chapter in their lives. Within weeks, Ponson augmented his tasks as a fishing boat captain with a part-time job at Celebration Church in New Orleans.  To this day, as a street preacher, he shares his testimony. This story by SQuire Rushnell and Louise DuArt is published by special permission. Copyright ©SQuire Rushnell and Louise DuArt. Anyone can learn more about the Godwinks projects at www.godwinks.com. The Ponsons' story was first published in the book "When God Winks at You" by SQuire Rushnell and Louise DuArt Rushnell. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2585f3fb569bd9084ec2e Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton steals first base since 2020 in team's win over Marlins te 2026-04-05T12:41:03.706Z Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton steals first base since 2020 in team's win over Marlins Put it on the board. New York Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton on Saturday swiped his first base since 2020 as the team took care of the Miami Marlins, 9-7. The 36-year-old hasn’t really been known for speed on the basepaths. As he’s gotten older, he’s been regulated to the Yankees’ designated hitter role. Before the second game of the Marlins’ series, Stanton had 42 stolen bases in his career. He managed to record more than 10 one time – back in 2014 when he played for the Marlins. He had 13 that season. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM He increased his career total in the bottom of the seventh inning with J.C. Escarra at the plate and pitcher Calvin Faucher on the mound. Stanton slid into second base and was called safe. He later scored after a wild pitch from Faucher. It was a much-needed run as New York had to claw back from a 4-0 deficit to win the game. ANGELS OUTFIELDER JO ADELL INCREDIBLY ROBS THREE HOME RUNS IN WIN: ‘GREATEST DEFENSIVE GAME I’VE EVER SEEN’ "If they’re going to give it to me like that, I’ve got to go get it," Stanton told reporters after the game, via MLB.com. "I’m going to take what they give me and understand where I’m at each day." The last time Stanton stole a base was in the coronavirus pandemic-impacted season of 2020. He did it against the Philadelphia Phillies on Aug. 3 of that year. At the plate on Saturday, he was 1-for-3 with two RBI. Randal Grichuk later replaced him as a pinch-runner. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2584c3fb569bd9084ec25 Surging UK Green Party pushes church-state split, critics warn of break from Britain’s Christian roots te 2026-04-05T12:40:44.243Z Surging UK Green Party pushes church-state split, critics warn of break from Britain’s Christian roots LONDON: The left-wing British Green Party has said it wants to separate the Church of England from the state if it wins the next general election, which must be held before August 2029. The Church of England has been the "established" church since the 16th-century Reformation, with the British monarch serving as its supreme governor. For traditionalists, this link is not merely ceremonial but is the foundational bedrock of British identity. The Greens have come under fire for seeking to remove centuries of British history and tradition by separating the church from British politics, with critics characterizing it as the latest move against Christianity in the U.K. GB News reported last month that the Green Party policy document stated: "No person shall hold office in the state, or be excluded from any such office, by virtue of their or their spouse's membership or non-membership of any religion or denomination of religion." UK FLAG CLASH AS FOREIGN BANNERS FLY, CITIZENS PUSH BACK AGAINST WOKE POLICIES RESHAPING BRITAIN Michael McManus, the director of research at the Henry Jackson Society, a U.K. think tank, told Fox News Digital, "Britain is a tolerant society but with clear Christian origins and culture. Aiming to disestablish the Church of England could be seen as an attempt to reject that ethical foundation without being clear what would replace it instead." High-profile figures have also weighed in on the debate, with actor and comedian John Cleese responding to a comment about the Greens' proposal by stating on X: "The UK has always been based at the deepest level on Christian values, regardless of dogma. Despite the many mistakes made by churches, for centuries British people have been influenced by Christ's teaching. If these values are replaced by Islamic ones, this will not be Britain anymore." FORMER UK PM DEFENDS TRUMP FOR HIGHLIGHTING 'SHARIA LAW' IN BRITAIN DURING UN SPEECH The Greens are a growing political force, placing second behind Reform UK in a recent YouGov poll. Another YouGov poll linked the Greens' rise in popularity with younger voters in the country, finding a majority of those between 18 and 24 supported them, while also doing well with women and other groups. A spokesperson for the Green Party told Fox News Digital, "We will be setting out our detailed plans for government at the time of the next General Election just as we did at the last General Election. As always, our members will be shaping our priorities. These will again address the real and immediate needs of people and the planet, such as tackling the climate crisis, bringing down the cost of living and rebuilding our public services, including the NHS. Our focus is on the issues that impact ordinary people most." CHURCHILL, SHAKESPEARE AND THE UK FLAG ALL UNDER SIEGE IN MODERN BRITAIN, COMMENTATORS SAY Green Party leader Zack Polanski has defended a secular state. He has also drawn criticism for his support of legalizing drugs such as heroin and cocaine, his climate policies and anti-Israel positioning. The timing of the Green Party's push is particularly sensitive as it comes on the heels of the House of Lords (Hereditary Peers) Act 2026, which passed last month, removing the last hereditary aristocrats from Parliament. With the hereditary principle gone, the presence of the "Lords Spiritual" has become the next logical target for constitutional reformers. There are currently 26 seats reserved for Church of England archbishops and bishops in the House of Lords. As the U.K. heads toward a local 2026 election cycle, the "Church and State" debate looks set to become a wedge issue. For the Greens, it represents their commitment to a "diverse and inclusive" Britain. For their detractors, it is a dangerous move that risks "de-Christianizing" the country at a moment of profound social uncertainty. Whether the proposal will mobilize a new "religious vote" or simply fade behind the urgency of other issues remains to be seen. What is clear, commentators say, is that the image of the established Church is increasingly being viewed through the lens of a much sharper and more polarized political fight. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d258383fb569bd9084ec1c Trump vows US will strike Iran’s power plants, bridges if Strait of Hormuz is not reopened te 2026-04-05T12:40:24.447Z Trump vows US will strike Iran’s power plants, bridges if Strait of Hormuz is not reopened President Donald Trump directed a profanity-laced message to Iran on Sunday, signaling the U.S. will target the regime's power plants and bridges on Tuesday if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened. "Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran," Trump's post read. "There will be nothing like it!!! Open the F----- Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell - JUST WATCH! Praise be to Allah." This is a developing news story; check back for updates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d251903fb569bd9084eb53 Humanoid robot shows speed and real skill te 2026-04-05T12:12:00.512Z Humanoid robot shows speed and real skill By now, you've no doubt seen humanoid robots run, flip and pull off impressive stunts in recent years. That alone is no longer the headline. What stands out here is how controlled and repeatable the movement appears in a non-lab setting. Engineers at Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, also known as KAIST, built a humanoid that runs, jumps and even moonwalks with smooth control. In a recent field test, the robot sprinted across a soccer field, kicked a ball toward the goal and changed direction without hesitation. That is the real shift. It is not about pulling off one impressive move. It is about doing it over and over without missing a beat. US TARGETS CHINESE ROBOTS OVER SECURITY FEARS Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Get my best tech tips, urgent security alerts, and exclusive deals delivered straight to your inbox. For simple, real-world ways to spot scams early and stay protected, visit CyberGuy.com -  trusted by millions who watch CyberGuy on TV daily. Plus, you’ll get instant access to my Ultimate Scam Survival Guide free when you join. At about five foot five and 165 pounds, this machine was designed to move fast without losing balance. The team, led by Hae-Won Park, focused on building everything from scratch instead of relying on off-the-shelf parts. That decision pays off. By designing their own motors, gear systems and controllers, the engineers could fine-tune how power flows through the robot's body. The result is better torque and faster response when it needs to react in real time. One standout feature is its Quasi-Direct Drive system. It pairs strong motors with low gear ratios, which helps the robot respond quickly while staying stable. A compact gearbox design also keeps the system lighter and more efficient. All of that adds up to performance you can see. The robot can run up to about 7.3 miles per hour and climb steps taller than a foot. That is already impressive, and the team is working toward even higher. Speed alone does not make a robot feel realistic. Movement quality matters just as much. This is where Physical AI comes in. Instead of simply following pre-programmed steps, the robot learns how to move in ways that match real human motion. Researchers trained it using deep reinforcement learning combined with human movement data. That training happened in simulation first, then carried over to the real world. The payoff is clear. Movements look fluid instead of robotic. Transitions between actions feel smoother. Even complex motions like dancing or kicking a ball appear controlled rather than forced. Another interesting detail is how the robot navigates. It can move across uneven terrain using internal sensing, also called proprioception, without relying on cameras. That opens the door for use in environments where visibility is poor. It is easy to watch a robot moonwalk and think this is just a cool demo. The reality is more practical. The research team is working toward a full humanoid system that can operate in real workplaces. That includes climbing ladders, handling tools and adapting to unpredictable environments. They are also developing a system called DynaFlow. The goal is to let robots learn directly from human demonstrations. In simple terms, a worker could show a task once, and the robot could learn to repeat it. That kind of learning could reshape how automation works across industries. AI ROBOT NOW HELPS TRAVELERS AT SAN JOSÉ AIRPORT You may not be buying a humanoid robot anytime soon, but this shift is closer to your daily life than it sounds. Robots are getting much better at moving in the real world. That means they can start taking on work that used to be too complex for machines. Think of jobs that require balance, quick reactions or constant adjustment. As a result, industries like construction, manufacturing and logistics could start using humanoid robots more often. These are environments where flexibility matters, and that is exactly what this new generation is built for. At the same time, more everyday tasks are becoming possible to automate. Not just repetitive work, but physical work that once required human coordination and judgment. All of this points to a bigger change. The line between human work and machine assistance is starting to blur, and that will shape how many jobs look in the years ahead. Think your devices and data are truly protected? Take this quick quiz to see where your digital habits stand. From passwords to Wi-Fi settings, you’ll get a personalized breakdown of what you’re doing right and what needs improvement. Take my Quiz here: Cyberguy.com    The KAIST humanoid is not just about speed or flashy moves. It reflects a bigger change in how robots are built and trained. By combining custom hardware with smarter AI, researchers are pushing machines closer to human-like capability. That does not mean robots are replacing people tomorrow, but it does mean the pace of change is picking up. When a robot can run, adapt and move naturally, it becomes useful in ways older machines never could. If robots can soon learn tasks just by watching us, how comfortable are you with sharing your work with a machine that might one day do it better? Let us know by writing to us at Cyberguy.com Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Get my best tech tips, urgent security alerts, and exclusive deals delivered straight to your inbox. For simple, real-world ways to spot scams early and stay protected, visit CyberGuy.com -  trusted by millions who watch CyberGuy on TV daily. Plus, you’ll get instant access to my Ultimate Scam Survival Guide free when you join. Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com.  All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2517c3fb569bd9084eb4a UConn's Dan Hurley hears boos after Final Four win over Illinois te 2026-04-05T12:11:40.891Z UConn's Dan Hurley hears boos after Final Four win over Illinois UConn Huskies men’s basketball coach Dan Hurley celebrated with his team after advancing to the national championship with a victory over the Illinois Fighting Illini on Saturday. But not everyone in the Indianapolis crowd was excited to see Hurley get back to the title game for the third time in four years. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Hurley was getting ready to speak to CBS sideline reporter Tracy Wolfson. When freshman Braylon Mullins wrapped up his talk, Hurley headbutted the player appearing to call back to his interaction with a referee immediately after the win over the Duke Blue Devils. The crowd booed Hurley as he stepped up to the mic. "The start to the game and the finish to the game," Hurley began to say about Mullins with the boos being picked up on the CBS broadcast. "I don’t know what … are they booing? The headbutt? I don’t know what they’re booing." Hurley’s intensity has drawn criticism and praise from college basketball fans. Since he took over the UConn job from Kevin Ollie before the 2018-19 season, he’s helped the Huskies regain national prominence. ILLINOIS KNOCKS OFF IOWA TO REACH FINAL FOUR AFTER BUZZER MALFUNCTION DELAY He’s only had one losing season with the Huskies – his first year in which they went 16-17. It was a two-year improvement for the school that was hit with sanctions for the last two years of Ollie’s tenure. Now, he’s doing something that no coach has done in a very long time – getting back to the national title game quickly. Roy Williams got back to the national final in two straight years with the North Carolina Tar Heels in 2016 and 2017. Brad Stevens led the Butler Bulldogs to back-to-back appearances in 2010 and 2011. Billy Donovan won two-in-a-row in 2006 and 2007. The last coach to have three appearances in four years was Mike Krzyzewski with Duke, but he went to three straight from 1990 to 1992. He won two of those titles in 1991 and 1992. UConn will look to hoist the trophy again on Monday night against the Michigan Wolverines. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d251693fb569bd9084eb41 Two secret Christians found each other in an arranged marriage miracle te 2026-04-05T12:11:21.318Z Two secret Christians found each other in an arranged marriage miracle Editor’s note: This essay is adapted from "The DNA of a Doctor: How Upbringing, Culture, and Unbridled Ambition Curates Achievement" (Post Hill Press, 2026) Both of my grandmothers, living in two separate small villages in India miles apart from each other, had each secretly become believers in Jesus. At that time, in that environment, it was dangerous to be a Christian. Becoming a believer would have disgraced your family. Neither grandmother hid her faith from her children, though they did from everyone else. While most of their offspring went back to practicing Hinduism when they married, my dad and mom, independently and alone of all their many brothers and sisters, had each developed a strong Christian faith. They just didn't know this about each other. WITH 10 KIDS AT HOME, COMEDIAN KOUNTRY WAYNE SAYS REAL LIFE WRITES THE JOKES My parents came from different worlds. My father arrived in America in 1975 with $7 in his pocket. He had run away from home as a teenager, slept on train station benches, and put himself through school against his own father's wishes. My mother broke barriers of her own, graduating from medical school in India in the 1970s when few women were educated at all. Both had sacrificed everything for a bigger life. When my father returned to India in 1978 to find a bride, he met my mother through her younger brother at a bus station. She had a medical degree, her own ideas and spoke her mind. But on this occasion, her brothers and uncles made things clear: she was not to speak. She should not make eye contact. And there would be no mention of her faith. Anything she said could disgrace the family name. Four days later, my parents were married at 4:50 a.m. in a Hindu ceremony conducted by a Hindu priest. Neither had breathed a word about their secret faith. ADVENT REMINDS US WHY JOSEPH’S FAITHFUL OBEDIENCE MATTERS IN THE CHRISTMAS STORY On their honeymoon, while my father was in the shower, my mother sat in the hotel room overcome with doubt. "I don't even know this person," she thought. "What have I done?" She pulled out her Bible and leafed through it, seeking comfort. My dad came back into the room. She stood up and quickly tried to hide the Bible behind her back. "What are you hiding?" he asked. BEN CARSON POINTS TO GEN Z CHURCH REVIVAL AS YOUNG AMERICANS PUSH BACK ON SECULAR CULTURE "Nothing," she said. "We cannot hide things from each other," my dad told her. Reluctantly, she showed him what was in her hands. SCARY NEWS, FINANCIAL FEARS, WORLD CHAOS? EASTER OFFERS A LESSON FOR ALL OF US "Praise God!" he proclaimed. The odds of this happening in an arranged marriage in India at that time were less than miniscule. Two secret Christians, from two separate villages, raised by two grandmothers who had independently come to faith, finding each other through a chance encounter at a bus station. It was unheard of. A miracle. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION God had brought them together. While this isn't my own story, it's still one of my favorites to tell. My parents had led two completely separate lives. They were strangers in every sense of the word. And yet, they were created for each other. Those of Christian faith like me believe that God has a plan for each of us, which may or may not line up with the plans we make for ourselves. We can try, but we cannot always predict or plan every aspect of our lives. Sometimes the detour is not a failure. It is protection. It is redirection. I believe we are all being led somewhere, even when we cannot see the path. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d251553fb569bd9084eb38 Art heist targeting million-dollar masterpieces exposes blind spots in museum defenses, expert warns te 2026-04-05T12:11:01.440Z Art heist targeting million-dollar masterpieces exposes blind spots in museum defenses, expert warns A bold museum heist overseas is drawing global attention and raising new questions about whether similar crimes could happen in the United States. Works attributed to masters like Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Paul Cézanne and Henri Matisse were swiped from the Magnani Rocca Foundation in Italy the night of March 22-23. The theft made international headlines, but an expert says the real story goes beyond the crime itself. Geoff Kelly, a retired FBI agent who worked on the bureau's Art Crime Team, told Fox News Digital that these types of crimes are more common than many people realize and not nearly as sophisticated as they may appear. "Stealing the artwork is easy," Kelly said. "Kicking in a door, breaking a window, and running off with it is not difficult." VIDEO SHOWS TERRIFYING MOMENT MASKED CALIFORNIA BURGLARS BLITZ HIGH-END STORE, ESCAPE IN LUXURY SUVS That reality is fueling concerns about vulnerabilities inside museums, including in the U.S. Kelly explained that museums face a built-in challenge when it comes to security. Unlike banks or vaults, they are designed to be open, accessible and inviting to the public—an environment that can also be exploited by criminals. "Museums are always going to be vulnerable," he said. "They’re not vaults—they’re designed to be open and welcoming." CRIMINALS ARE USING ZILLOW TO PLAN BREAK-INS. HERE’S HOW TO REMOVE YOUR HOME IN 10 MINUTES. The U.S. has seen its share of high-profile art thefts, including the infamous Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum robbery in Boston, where thieves made off with 13 works valued at roughly $500 million in March 1990, which still remains unsolved decades later, according to Boston.com. Kelly himself worked that case for years, underscoring how even major institutions can be targeted. While Hollywood often portrays art heists as highly coordinated operations carried out by sophisticated crews, Kelly said many real-world cases are far more straightforward. "These aren’t elaborate schemes," he said. "A lot of times it’s smash-and-grab." FOUR MORE ARRESTED IN LOUVRE JEWEL HEIST, AUTHORITIES SAY In some cases, thieves may have insider knowledge, whether from current or former employees or simply by observing security practices. But Kelly said many crimes rely on basic weaknesses that can be addressed with relatively simple fixes. Kelly added that small changes, like keeping high-value pieces away from exits or using more secure mounting hardware, can make a meaningful difference by slowing down a thief and giving law enforcement more time to respond. "Even those extra few seconds can matter," Kelly said. LOOTERS' ARREST UNCOVERS 2,000-YEAR-OLD WORKSHOP NEAR JERUSALEM BIBLICAL PILGRIMAGE PATH Kelly also noted that museums can be especially vulnerable after hours, when buildings are empty and security measures are put to the test. He said even basic, low-cost upgrades to surveillance and physical security can make a significant difference, adding that with today’s technology, it is increasingly difficult for criminals to avoid leaving a trail. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL Despite the bold nature of these thefts, Kelly says the biggest challenge for criminals often comes after they leave the museum. "The most difficult thing of all is monetizing it," Kelly said. GOT A TIP? Contrary to popular belief, Kelly said that there is little demand for well-known stolen masterpieces. Advances in technology, including the ability to instantly identify artwork through image searches, have made it increasingly difficult to sell stolen pieces, he added.  "There is no real market," Kelly said. "Over time, it becomes a liability rather than an asset." FOLLOW US ON X That reality can leave thieves stuck with artwork they cannot easily move, sometimes leading to pieces being abandoned or quietly returned. Law enforcement, meanwhile, has more tools than ever to track suspects. Surveillance cameras, license plate readers and other technologies make it difficult for criminals to avoid leaving a trail. "With the amount of surveillance today, it’s very hard not to be captured somewhere," Kelly said. Still, he cautioned that these types of crimes continue to happen every year, often targeting museums around the world. CLICK HERE FOR MORE US NEWS And while the latest heist took place overseas, the warning for American institutions is clear. The same factors that make museums accessible and appealing to the public can also make them attractive targets for criminals—underscoring the importance of staying vigilant and continuously improving security measures. Beyond the financial loss, Kelly said the stakes are much higher. "These works represent our shared cultural heritage," he said. "When they’re stolen, we all lose." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d251413fb569bd9084eb2f 'Duck Dynasty' star Sadie Robertson Huff offers a glimpse into her family’s Easter, from church to egg hunts te 2026-04-05T12:10:41.994Z 'Duck Dynasty' star Sadie Robertson Huff offers a glimpse into her family’s Easter, from church to egg hunts Sadie Robertson Huff is holding tight to Easter traditions — but this year, the holiday carries a deeper emotional weight for her family. Huff gave a glimpse into how the Robertson family celebrates the religious holiday in an interview with Fox News Digital. Huff explained she likes to blend faith-centered traditions with a day of celebration, relying on Minno's "Laugh and Grow Bible for Kids." "We go to church, and then we go to my grandma's house, and she does a big Easter egg hunt. And it's so fun," Huff recalled. "We do the whole thing." However, this year might look a bit different as Huff and her husband celebrate his grandmother's 85th birthday. 'DUCK DYNASTY’ STAR CALLS MOST OF TV 'GARBAGE,' SAYS FAITH IS WHY THEY STAYED ON AIR "We're gonna go to her traditional service with her and sing all the hymns, be with their family, and just celebrate, again, the hope we have, and I'm super excited about that," Huff said.  "I was raised on hymns and there's something really special to get to sing hymns on Easter." APP USERS CLICK HERE Huff acknowledged how Easter celebrations often risk losing focus on their religious meaning. The reality TV star recalled how cultural traditions can overshadow the holiday’s central message. "When I think back to like childhood Easter, I think about the Easter bunny and the Easter basket and the Easter egg hunts. And I was like — I do feel like with Christmas, even though it is fun too, and we do presents and everything, you know, it's the birth of Jesus. Like that is front and center. We're singing the songs, we're doing the whole thing. But then Easter, it almost feels like — we don't talk about the resurrection as much. We're talking about like, 'Hey, when is the Easter egg hunt after church? When is the thing?'" Huff said that dynamic creates a challenge when it comes to breaking down Easter’s meaning in a way children can grasp. The 28-year-old host of the "WHOA That's Good" podcast shares three kids with her husband, Christian Huff. "It is hard to explain something like Easter to little minds because there's death involved and resurrection involved," she explained. "And there's so many big things and big concepts." WATCH: SADIE ROBERTSON HUFF SHARES EASTER PLANS, FAMILY TRADITIONS AND FAITH FOCUS LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS APP USERS CLICK HERE Huff said her family’s recent experience with loss shaped how she approached those conversations, giving her a real-world way to explain faith, death and hope. The family's patriarch, Phil Robertson, passed away on May 25, 2025. Robertson struggled with Alzheimer's in his final months, but a cause of death was not publicly disclosed. "It's sweet, and it's hard, but my grandfather did pass away. And so, we've had to talk about death with them." Huff said she turned to that experience to help her children understand why Easter is celebrated while reinforcing the hope at the center of her faith. "You tie in your real-life experience, and you go, 'Remember how we were able to even laugh and have fun when Papaw Phil died? That's only because we had the hope of heaven, and we were remembering the stories of Papaw Phil and the way he lived his life for Jesus,'" Huff explained. "And so it's tying it all back. It's making sure they understand how it all connects." WATCH: SADIE ROBERTSON HUFF URGES FAMILIES TO REFOCUS EASTER ON RESURRECTION MESSAGE CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Minno's "Laugh and Grow Bible Easter" special also helped Huff show her kids the deeper meaning behind the festive Easter celebrations. The children's special breaks down the whole story of Jesus' death and resurrection. "Not sugarcoating it at all," Huff noted. "We're talking about the death, talking about burials, talking about the resurrection, but it's in a way that's entertaining and kids can actually understand it. And my kids are kids that have big questions." Huff recalled a "big question" her four-year-old daughter, Honey, recently asked her. "They're always asking me something like, last night, Honey said, 'I got a big one for you.' She's like, 'Does God sleep?' And I was like, 'Actually, no, the Bible says that he never sleeps or slumbers, he's always watching over you.' So that one I had in my back pocket." "But sometimes you don't know how to answer these big questions, and I love that through entertainment, the Minno app is showing kids the answers to their big little questions." She added that it's a "super huge win for families who are looking to teach their kids some bigger Bible lessons that they might not feel super confident answering." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2512e3fb569bd9084eb26 Celebrity chef reveals unexpected Easter dish guests doubt at first, then can't stop eating te 2026-04-05T12:10:22.209Z Celebrity chef reveals unexpected Easter dish guests doubt at first, then can't stop eating Easter Sunday tables across America are known for tradition — glazed ham, pastel desserts and plenty of family favorites. But one celebrity chef says there's a lesser-known dish that steals the spotlight every year, even if it surprises guests at first. Jason Smith, a Food Network personality known for his Southern-style cooking, told Fox News Digital that while fresh spring vegetables are a staple of his Easter spread, an unexpected recipe is often what gets people talking. VIRAL EASTER CANDY TRENDS PAIR GIANT 'SMASH EGGS,' PRICEY TREATS WITH 'BETTER-FOR-YOU' SWAPS "Easter is one of my favorite holidays for wonderful spring dishes," said Smith, who was raised in Kentucky and now lives in Florida. "In the South, we celebrate with lots of fresh vegetables and fruits." Among his favorites is sautéed spring peas and carrots with pistachios — a simple but flavorful side that blends sweetness, texture and crunch. "From the sweet spring peas to the earthy tender carrots and pistachios that give the dish just the perfect crunch, it's a must-have on my Easter table spread," he said. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER However, it's another dish — one many Americans may not expect — that often becomes the biggest conversation starter. Smith said his family never skips a Southern staple known as cornbread salad. "I hear y'all saying, 'What do you mean cornbread being in a salad?'" he said.  "Well, you ain't had a good salad 'til you've had this." TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ The dish layers crumbled buttermilk cornbread with a tangy herb mayo dressing, along with fresh spring onions and sweet red peppers. "When ol' Peter Rabbit comes by, he'll want to set right down and have a plate full with you," Smith said. The combination, he said, surprises first-timers — but quickly wins them over. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES For Smith, Easter cooking is all about celebrating the season — and maybe introducing guests to something new. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d24ed83fb569bd9084ead3 Federal judge blocks Trump push to collect race-based admissions data te 2026-04-05T12:00:24.704Z Federal judge blocks Trump push to collect race-based admissions data President Donald Trump's effort to investigate race-based admissions at U.S. colleges was temporarily blocked Friday by a federal judge in Boston. U.S. District Judge F. Dennis Saylor IV granted a preliminary injunction Friday, temporarily barring the Trump administration from forcing public colleges in 17 Democrat-led states to submit detailed admissions data meant to prove they are not unconstitutional considering race. Saylor did admit the federal government likely can seek such information in "identifying potential problems" and "patterns of discrimination" but the executive order's 120-day deadline was "rushed and chaotic" and "epitomizes arbitrary and capricious agency action." Trump, while moving to shut down the Department of Education to return its functions to the states last March, sought a four-month deadline for race data on college admissions this past August. TRUMP ADMIN PROBE ACCUSES HARVARD OF DISCRIMINATING AGAINST JEWISH STUDENTS, THREATENS TO PULL ALL FUNDING "Within 120 days of the date of this memorandum, and to be initiated this 2025-2026 school year, the Secretary of Education, in coordination with NCES [National Center for Education Statistics], shall expand the scope of required reporting to provide adequate transparency into admissions, as determined by the Secretary of Education, consistent with applicable law," Trump's executive order challenged by Democrats read.  A coalition of 17 Democrat state attorneys general sued, arguing the new reporting regime would invade student privacy, burden universities, and trigger unwarranted federal investigations. "Plaintiffs have established, based on the record before the Court, that they are likely to succeed on the merits of their claim that the agency action was 'arbitrary, capricious, an abuse of discretion, and not otherwise in accordance with the law,'" Saylor concluded. "Furthermore, and notwithstanding the contention of the government, plaintiffs have established that immediate irreparable harm will result if the injunction does not issue. And they have likewise established that the balance of equities and the public interest favor preliminary injunctive relief. Accordingly, the motion for a preliminary injunction will be granted." GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY VIOLATED TILE VI WITH 'UNLAWFUL DEI POLICIES,' EDUCATION DEPARTMENT SAYS The administration argued the data collection is needed to ensure colleges are complying with the Supreme Court’s 2023 decision ending affirmative action in admissions, while still allowing applicants to discuss how race affected their lives in essays. "Race-based admissions practices are not only unfair, but also threaten our national security and well-being," Trump's order read. "It is therefore the policy of my Administration to ensure institutions of higher education receiving Federal financial assistance are transparent in their admissions practices." TRUMP DOJ PROBES MICHIGAN SCHOOLS OVER GENDER CURRICULUM, JOINS LAWSUIT AGAINST LA RACE-BASED PROGRAM Under the policy, colleges were told to provide admissions data broken down by race and sex and to report it retroactively for seven years, with possible penalties for schools that failed to comply. The administration's policy echoes settlement agreements the government negotiated with Brown University and Columbia University, restoring their federal research money. The universities agreed to give the government data on the race, grade-point average and standardized test scores of applicants, admitted students and enrolled students. The schools also agreed to be audited by the government and to release admissions statistics to the public. The NECS is to collect the new data, including the race and sex of colleges’ applicants, admitted students and enrolled students. Education Secretary Linda McMahon has said the data, which was originally due by March 18, must be disaggregated by race and sex and retroactively reported for the past seven years. TRUMP'S DEMAND FOR COLLEGES NATIONWIDE TO FORK OVER RACE DATA FACES LEGAL HURDLE If colleges fail to submit timely, complete and accurate data, the administration has said McMahon can take action under Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965, which outlines requirements for colleges receiving federal financial aid for students. The Trump administration separately has sued Harvard University over similar data, saying it refused to provide admissions records the Justice Department demanded to ensure the school stopped using affirmative action. Harvard has said the university has been responding to the government’s requests and is in compliance with the Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action. On Monday, the Education Department's Office for Civil Rights directed Harvard to comply with the data requests within 20 days or face referral to the U.S. Justice Department. Saylor's injunction applies only to public institutions in the 17 Democrat plaintiff states, at least for now. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d247c03fb569bd9084ea05 South Carolina's Dawn Staley gives blunt response to Geno Auriemma confrontation te 2026-04-05T11:30:08.491Z South Carolina's Dawn Staley gives blunt response to Geno Auriemma confrontation South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball head coach Dawn Staley is laser-focused on bringing home a fourth national championship in the last 10 years, even as questions mount about her heated confrontation with UConn’s Geno Auriemma. Auriemma confronted Staley at halfcourt following the Gamecocks’ Final Four win on Friday night. Auriemma’s words appeared to enrage Staley before he walked off the court. He suggested he was upset with Staley since the pregame over a lack of handshake. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM She was asked about the incident on Saturday, and sidestepped the question. "For me, no distractions at this time. I'm concentrating on winning a national championship, that’s it," Staley said. "That’s a little disheartening. This is sports, sometimes things like this happen. Continue to focus on my team and ability to advance in this tournament and hopefully win another national championship." Auriemma released a statement on Saturday afternoon, apologizing for his behavior. "There’s no excuse for how I handled the end of the game vs. South Carolina. It’s unlike what I do and what our standard is here at Connecticut," the Hall of Fame coach said in a statement on Saturday. "I want to apologize to the staff and the team at South Carolina. It was uncalled for in how I reacted. The story should be how well South Carolina played, and I don’t want my actions to detract from that. I’ve had a great relationship with their staff, and I sincerely want to apologize to them." GENO AURIEMMA RELEASES STATEMENT AFTER SHOUTING MATCH WITH DAWN STALEY: 'UNLIKE WHAT I DO' Staley said she was confused over what Auriemma was angry about. "I have no idea," the South Carolina coach said after the game. "But I’m going to let you know this: I’m of integrity. I’m of integrity. So if I did something wrong to Geno, I had no idea what I did. I guess he thought I didn’t shake his hand at the beginning of the game. I didn’t know. I went down there pregame, shook everybody on his staff’s hand. "I don’t know what he came with after the game, but, hey, sometimes things get heated. We move on." The ESPN broadcast noted that Staley shook hands with Huskies staff members and players prior to tip-off. But NCAA policy states that, for the tournament, the two coaches are directed to meet at midcourt to shake hands after the starting lineups are announced. Staley and Auriemma shook hands earlier in the pregame, but not after the introductions. It appeared to set off Auriemma. South Carolina will take on the UCLA Bruins for the women’s championship. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2456d3fb569bd9084e9e6 SPX Zero 0DTE 15 Seconds Scalping Case Study: How Q Algo Developed Uses Wyckoff Market Structure te 2026-04-05T11:20:13.370Z SPX Zero 0DTE 15 Seconds Scalping Case Study: How Q Algo Developed Uses Wyckoff Market Structure Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2456c3fb569bd9084e9dd Nailed It Roofing Announces Expert Roofing Services for West Windsor, NJ Homeowners in Mercer County te 2026-04-05T11:20:12.860Z Nailed It Roofing Announces Expert Roofing Services for West Windsor, NJ Homeowners in Mercer County Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2456c3fb569bd9084e9d4 Nailed It Roofing Announces Expert Roofing Services for West Windsor, NJ Homeowners in Mercer County te 2026-04-05T11:20:12.355Z Nailed It Roofing Announces Expert Roofing Services for West Windsor, NJ Homeowners in Mercer County Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2456b3fb569bd9084e9cb New York Slip and Fall Lawyer Steven Louros, Esq. Releases Sidewalk Slip and Fall Resource te 2026-04-05T11:20:11.876Z New York Slip and Fall Lawyer Steven Louros, Esq. Releases Sidewalk Slip and Fall Resource New York, NY / Storyteller / Apr 04, 2026 / Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2456b3fb569bd9084e9c2 New York Slip and Fall Lawyer Steven Louros, Esq. Releases Sidewalk Slip and Fall Resource te 2026-04-05T11:20:11.246Z New York Slip and Fall Lawyer Steven Louros, Esq. Releases Sidewalk Slip and Fall Resource Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2430d3fb569bd9084e94e Angels outfielder Jo Adell incredibly robs three home runs in win: ‘Greatest defensive game I’ve ever seen’ te 2026-04-05T11:10:05.176Z Angels outfielder Jo Adell incredibly robs three home runs in win: ‘Greatest defensive game I’ve ever seen’ Los Angeles Angels right fielder Jo Adell had a night he will never forget. Adell showed off his defensive prowess during the team’s 1-0 victory over the Seattle Mariners, robbing three home runs, including one that landed him in the stands. The defensive performance was so good, that former MLB star outfielder Torii Hunter levied enormous praise on Adell. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Hunter, who works in the Angels’ front office, called it "probably the greatest defensive game I’ve seen." "I’ve never seen three home run robberies in one game, and I’ve never seen a guy on the third one fall into the stands, catch the ball and keep his feet in like he’s a wide receiver," he said. "I was jumping up and down. I almost passed out." Adell has harnessed his defensive skills over the last five seasons with the Angels. He was a Gold Glove finalist in 2024, and even though last season was a down year for him in the outfield, Adell really helped power Los Angeles to a victory. He was instrumental in taking a solo home run away from Cal Raleigh in the first inning. He then did the same against Josh Naylor in the eighth. Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford thought he had tied the game in the top of the ninth. Adell raced toward the ball deep in the right field corner. He leaped, made the grab and fell backward in the stands. The catch was upheld after a replay review. MLB TOP PROSPECT SHARES HILARIOUS MOMENT WITH VETERAN WHO ROBBED HIS HOME RUN AFTER FOUR-HIT MLB DEBUT "After the first one, I was pretty fired up," Adell said. "When I got to the second one, which looked identical to the first, I thought, ‘Wow, my routes are on point tonight.’ The third one was just grit. Top of the ninth, you have to get it done. It was crazy. "You just get there, then it’s decision-making. The ball was hit high enough to where I could get there. I watched it (into my glove), fell over and ended up in somebody’s lap. I don’t know who it was, but it was a softer landing than I expected. The fans were as fired up as me." Adell has 10 home run robberies since 2020, tied with Kyle Tucker of the Los Angeles Dodgers for the most in the majors in that span, according to Inside Edge. Washington Nationals’ Jacob Young and San Diego Padres’ Fernando Tatis Jr. each had four robberies in 2025 alone. "It was like a movie scene," Hunter added. "It was like the music was playing, then he caught the ball, then he went down and we didn’t see him anymore. The music paused, he came up and said, ‘Yeah!’ I started cheering and almost blacked out." Adell credited Hunter with helping him in the outfield, saying his "impact has been huge." At the plate, Adell was 1-for-3. The Angels got their lone run thanks to a Zach Neto solo home run in the bottom of the first inning. The Angels improved to 4-5 this season as the Mariners fell to the same record. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2430c3fb569bd9084e945 ‘It’s really culty’: Inside the unlikely war a trans conservative is waging on the left te 2026-04-05T11:10:04.787Z ‘It’s really culty’: Inside the unlikely war a trans conservative is waging on the left Avery Lee Lockhart, 29, is a conservative transgender content creator who says original research, as well as personal experiences with the left, ultimately led to an embrace of the right. Lockhart, who lives in California, is outspoken about her Christian faith online with the Instagram account @iamaverylockhart, which has nearly 40,000 followers. Lockhart spoke with Fox News Digital about balancing life as a transgender woman and pushing back against left-wing ideology, particularly on issues related to transgender identity. Lockhart, who transitioned as an adult, believes that children should not be exposed to transgender topics because of their vulnerability and innocence. "It's extremely, extremely harmful for children to even be exposed to, or learn about this kind of thing. I think there's nothing more pure than a child's innocence at the end of the day. And children are like sponges, they're going to retain information and pick it up." WOMAN HEARD GOD SAY 'RETURN TO ME' AFTER YEARS LIVING AS TRANSGENDER MAN Furthermore, Lockhart emphasized children should not be allowed to undergo hormone treatments or sex-change surgeries. "I don't think anybody under the age of 18 should be interacting or exposed to this sort of thing. The body doesn't finish developing until you're 25," Lockhart said. According to the National Institutes of Health, the brain's prefrontal cortex, which plays a key role in decision-making, doesn't fully develop until 25 years of age. PRISHA MOSLEY: DOCTORS TOOK MY BODY APART FOR GENDER ‘CARE.’ NOW THEY ADMIT IT WAS WRONG Lockhart told Fox News Digital that children should be thinking about age-appropriate topics, and transgenderism is not one of them. "They should be thinking about addition and subtraction. They should think about what kids are wearing the cool shoes on the schoolyard. Like, they shouldn't be thinking about, ‘Oh, I should be changing my gender.’" Lockhart argued that mental health is at the core of gender dysphoria and root causes are often ignored. Although the content creator doesn't think children should be exposed to gender treatments, Lockhart believes gender dysphoria should be addressed without transitioning. TEXAS DETRANSITIONER SHARES HOW DOCTORS AND INTERNET ‘COSPLAY’ GROOMED HER INTO PERMANENT SURGERY "There's a reason why conditions like gender dysphoria are linked to being trans, it's an imbalance in the brain, and it needs to be addressed from the root when you're that young," Lockhart said. Lockhart believes the pendulum has swung "so far left" on this issue. "That's why we're seeing such a massive wave of people who are coming out and being like, I'm not OK with this s--- anymore." Lockhart applauded President Donald Trump for pushing back on this issue. For example, the Trump administration last week filed a lawsuit against Minnesota as the state continued to buck the president’s executive order to keep males out of women’s and girls’ sports.  The Justice Department (DOJ) alleged that the state’s Department of Education (MDE) and the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) are in violation of Title IX policies. The administration has also taken steps to "end the practice of sex-rejecting procedures on children that expose young people to irreversible harm." LIZ PEEK: THE TRANS FEVER IS OVER — AND AMERICA IS RECKONING WITH THE DAMAGE DONE Lockhart, whose politics come as a surprise to many, told Fox News Digital it is "culty" when people expect someone to be a liberal for being transgender. "I think it really kind of shows that independent thought is not that big anymore, because it's like… you need me to believe this, or you need to believe that. And there's no in-between." Lockhart said becoming a conservative was a result of experiences with the left and personal research, including more acceptance of differing opinions on the right compared to on the left. "If I interact with a conservative and I have a differing opinion than a conservative, it's usually a pretty tame and calm conversation." In contrast, Lockhart said a difference of opinion with liberals can result in ad hominem attacks and "buzzwords," including "Nazi" and "fascist." THIS SOCIAL JUSTICE WARRIOR WAS ALL-IN FOR BLM, THEN HE 'ACCIDENTALLY RED-PILLED' HIMSELF However, Lockhart doesn't believe the right is perfect when it comes to this issue and cited issues on both sides. The influencer hoped conservatives and liberals could come together and have conversations.  "I need to spread differing opinions and, you know, show people that, like, independent thought does still exist and not everybody is just going to blindly follow a narrative from the left or the right anymore," Lockhart said. Lockhart added that it was when Charlie Kirk was assassinated that led to a desire to speak out. "I want to honor him, I need to speak out," the influencer said.  Even while living as a transgender woman, Lockhart acknowledges that the lifestyle, "does go against the creation of God." I WAS A CHILD AND BELIEVED GENDER TRANSITION WOULD HEAL MY PAIN. IT BECAME A NEW TRAUMA "We’re called sinners because we are going to sin," Lockhart said. "That’s why Jesus died on the cross for our sins, past, present, and future." Lockhart described being baptized again as an adult last November. "I feel like I've been having a lot of thoughts of not necessarily de-transitioning, but kind of more of an understanding that this is not like a path maybe that was meant for me," adding that God "doesn't make mistakes." However, Lockhart reiterated that the transgender identity is still a comfortable one. Lockhart, although exposed to Christianity as a child, spent years as a nonbeliever. It was through meeting a friend at Turning Point USA that led her towards faith after attending events and attending church again shortly thereafter. "I'm not worrying about these small minor things that used to dominate my life with my anxiety, and I'm instead putting my faith in God that He's going to show me a path, or He's going to give me answers or give me guidance in whatever form that may be." Fox News' Ryan Gaydos contributed to this report Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2430c3fb569bd9084e93c MAX LUCADO: From empty tomb to eternal home, what happens when we die te 2026-04-05T11:10:04.453Z MAX LUCADO: From empty tomb to eternal home, what happens when we die Several years ago, I received an urgent call to visit a dying man in the hospital. I didn’t know Ray well, but I knew him well enough to know he was paying a high price for his hard living. Though he’d make peace with God through Christ, his liver was in conflict with his body. When his ex-wife phoned me, she was standing at his bedside. Ray, she explained, was knocking at death’s door. Though I hurried, he entered it minutes before I arrived. The hospital room had a "just happened" feel to it. The ex-wife saw me enter and looked up. With eyes and words, she explained, "He just left." Ray silently slipped out. Departed. One moment here. The next moment … where? He passed, not away, but on. Yet on to where? And in what form? To what place? And, once there, what did he see? We so desire to know. Who in your life "just left?" When the breathing of your spouse ceased, the beating heart in your womb stopped, or the beep of your grandmother’s monitor became a flat-lined tone, what happened in that moment? FOX NATION’S ‘JESUS CROWN OF THORNS’ BUILDS TO EXPLOSIVE, BETRAYAL-FUELED FINALE And what will happen to you in yours? Barring the return of Christ, you will have one … a last breath, a final pulse. And … then what? What will we be after we die? What will happen? Answers vary. Nothing, some people say. We will decay and or disintegrate. Death is a dead end. Our works and reputation might survive, but not us. Or, we become part of the universe. Eternity absorbs us like a lake absorbs a raindrop. We return to what we were before we were what we are… we return to the cosmic consciousness of the universe. Christianity, on the other hand, posits a new, startling idea. "Death has been swallowed up in victory" (1 Cor. 15:54 NIV). According to the promise of the empty tomb, my friend Ray awoke in a world so wondrously better than this one that it would take God himself to convince Ray to return to earth. I WENT FROM PREACHER’S KID TO METH ADDICT — THEN EVERYTHING CHANGED This is the Christian hope. This hope is verified by the Easter miracle, that stunning moment we celebrate as Easter. Do you know this miracle? It was Sunday morning after the Friday execution. The sky was dark. The disciples had scattered. And the Roman executioner was wondering about breakfast or work or his next day off. But he was not wondering about the fellow he had nailed to a cross and pierced with a spear. Jesus was dead and buried. Yesterday’s news. Right? GRIEF, GRATITUDE AND GOD: A HOLIDAY MESSAGE FOR THOSE CARRYING HEAVY HEARTS Wrong. "There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, going to the tomb, rolled back the stone and sat on it. His appearance was like lightning, and his clothes were white as snow. The guards were so afraid of him that they shook and became like dead men. The angel said to the women, ‘Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay.’" (Matt. 28:2-6 NIV) And out he marched, the cadaver-turned-king, with the mask of death in one hand and the keys of heaven in the other. He has risen! AT CHRISTMAS, GOD FULFILLS HIS PURPOSE — AND GIVES US OURS We know what happened to Christ when he died. What happens to those who believe him? Simple, because the tomb is empty, the promise of Christ is not. If you trust Christ with your life, he will take care of you in death. ERIKA KIRK OPENS UP ABOUT 'GUT-WRENCHING' GRIEF AFTER HER HUSBAND'S KILLING AND HOW FAITH SUSTAINED HER When you die, your spirit will immediately enter the presence of God. You will enjoy conscious fellowship with the heavenly Father and with those who have gone before. Your body will join you later. We believe this is true because of scriptures like this one: "We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord" (2 Cor. 5:8 NIV). When Ray’s ex-wife asked me what happened to him, I could rightly say, "He is away from his body and at home with the Lord." Have you made this the hope for your life? If not, doesn’t it make sense that you do so? Doesn’t it make sense that you know your destination? CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION Travelers do. I’ve engaged in dozens of airplane conversations in my life. When I’ve asked, "Where are you headed?" people always have an answer. Every traveler worth a flight mile knows that the purpose of the plane is to carry us from one place to the next. Do you understand that the purpose of this life is to do the same? You were made for more than airplane peanuts and in-flight entertainment. You were made to go home. Jesus Christ rose from the dead, not just to show you his power, but to reveal your path. Just like he did for my friend Ray, He will lead you through the valley of death. He will lead you home. "Death has been swallowed up in victory" (Cor. 15:54). CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM MAX LUCADO Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2430c3fb569bd9084e933 'Jesus Crown of Thorns' final season arrives on Fox Nation during Christianity's holiest week of the year te 2026-04-05T11:10:04.094Z 'Jesus Crown of Thorns' final season arrives on Fox Nation during Christianity's holiest week of the year During the holiest week of the Christian calendar, "Jesus Crown of Thorns" is bringing the story of Christ’s victory after death to the screen, with its final season and series finale now available on Fox Nation. As the story of Christ's ultimate sacrifice approaches its conclusion, betrayal, sorrow and the ultimate triumph over death recapture the essence of what makes Holy Week so special. "The resurrection of Jesus is the message of Christianity," Father James Martin, S.J., said in the series. "It means that hope has triumphed over despair, love has triumphed over hate, and that nothing is impossible with God." JONATHAN ROUMIE REVEALS ‘INTENSE’ SPIRITUAL TOLL OF FILMING CHRIST'S CRUCIFIXION FOR ‘THE CHOSEN’ In the series finale, Andrew and Matthew encounter a stranger on the road to the village of Emmaus, recognizing his true identity only when they break bread together – a pivotal moment reflecting the Gospel account of the risen Christ appearing to his followers. Meanwhile, Saint John the Apostle recalls Christ’s promise that he would rise three days after his death — a promise soon fulfilled before his disciples. "Because you have seen me, you have believed. Blessed are those who have not seen and yet believe," Jesus tells them. FOX NEWS AUDIO SIGNS LICENSING DEAL FOR 'THE LIFE OF JESUS PODCAST' FEATURING A-LIST CAST "This is what I told you. Everything must be fulfilled that is written about me… the Messiah will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, and repentance for the forgiveness of sins, will be preached in his name to all nations."  As Christians across the globe reflect on Christ's sacrifice, hope remains at the center of the story, pointing toward the promise of the resurrection this Easter Sunday. Among those who remained closest to Christ in those final moments was the Apostle John, a figure whose loyalty and faith are central to the series’ portrayal of both the crucifixion and the resurrection. Actor Alister Hawke, who portrayed John in the series, sat down with FOX Business' "Varney & Co." last week to discuss that unyielding loyalty, previewing the series finale while discussing what it means to portray the apostle widely considered the most beloved by Christ. "He seems to find his feet when all the other disciples kind of slip away and fall away," Hawke said. "Ultimately, he's a man that chose to stand up for what was right over and above what was easy in that moment." Hawke said having a "deep understanding" of the world and Biblical texts is crucial to capturing a role so crucial to the Gospel. "I think one thing that's really interesting for me playing John is experiencing that journey in real time, so, for example, not everyone's got a Bible. We don't know how the story is going to end and the pressure is so, so high in those situations and circumstances, and experiencing that and living that was a really special thing." The series finale brings that journey to its ultimate conclusion, depicting not just Christ’s suffering but the fulfillment of a promise foretold long before the crucifixion. CLICK HERE TO JOIN FOX NATION As the story closes, it echoes the words of the prophet Isaiah, a reminder of the meaning behind the sacrifice at the heart of the Christian faith: "He was pierced for our transgressions… and by his wounds, we are healed."  To watch the series finale of "Jesus Crown of Thorns" this Easter, subscribe to Fox Nation. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2430b3fb569bd9084e92a Christian media is playing a major role in bringing young people back into the faith, religious experts say te 2026-04-05T11:10:03.755Z Christian media is playing a major role in bringing young people back into the faith, religious experts say Young people are using a combination of 21st century technology and old school storytelling to learn about the Bible and spread the good word.  Young Americans, who often spend up to 10 hours a day behind computer and smartphone screens, are finding solace in Christian prayer apps and comic books, which have garnered millions of views and reads, to help them learn about the Gospel.    Fox News Digital spoke with Hallow CEO and co-founder Alex Jones, Franciscan University of Steubenville President Father Dave Pivonka, Pray.com founder and CEO Steve Gatena and Kingstone Comics CEO Art Ayris on why young people are turning to God and how digital media can be used as a tool to help spark interest in faith. MARK WAHLBERG PARTNERS WITH HALLOW PRAYER APP FOR 'PRAY40' LENT CHALLENGE INITIATIVE TO ENCOURAGE FAITH    Gatena said he remembers a time when a "single act of sharing faith through technology" changed the trajectory of his life.  In 2016, he lost his business partner in a plane crash, and in a search for meaning, he was sent a Christian podcast that inspired him to share the Gospel with others. Now, he sees how digital media can be a powerful tool in bringing people to God. "Younger audiences under 30 are engaging with biblical stories like never before," Gatena said. "When Scripture is presented in formats that meet them where they already are, whether cinematic retellings, short-form video or audio devotionals, curiosity turns into genuine engagement... The Gospel has always traveled through the language of its time, from papyrus to the printing press to podcasts. We’re simply the next chapter." Pivonka, who ministers to thousands of teenagers and young adults through the university’s Steubenville Conferences, said the search for meaning leads young people to find God. "They find in the church a relationship with God, and I would say also with the Scriptures, a sense of meaning, purpose, boundaries, something worth it that they can invest themselves in," he said. "The world is so loud, it's so mechanical, it's so digital. When they can go and be quiet, be still, encounter God — that's really satisfying." BIBLE PODCAST CRACKS APPLE TOP 10 FOR THIRD YEAR AS HOST CELEBRATES: 'PEOPLE ARE HUNGRY FOR GOD'S WORD'  Storytelling plays a major role in reaching young people because the Bible is the "greatest story" ever told, Jones said. Hallow uses social media to invite young people to encounter God by inviting them to stop scrolling to hear a verse of Scripture. "The only thing that gives you real peace is God, and He does that in Scripture," Jones said. "What we see is just trying to break through that noise of letting God give you that peace and then share with you in that peace, how much He loves you. It’s this pretty transformational thing, especially for young people, both men and women." Jones told Fox News Digital that storytelling is "incredibly important" and the company tries to bring Scripture to life in a new way for viewers. Comic books are also proving to be a powerful tool in introducing the Gospel to younger audiences in a way they can understand. Ayris told Fox News Digital that in his work with kids and teenagers, he struggled to find engaging material until finding comics. "The comic medium is near universal and communication is most effective when delivered in medium familiar to that culture… Over 41% of teens have never read the Bible, so we created a Bible that could be read and understood in a matter of months," he said. The Kingstone Bible has been a "perennial seller" for the company. Calling to mind a quote from Walt Disney, Ayris explained it best: "Of all of our inventions for mass communication, pictures still speak the most universally understood language." Pivonka said that while media can be used as a tool to help young people make that "initial connection," ultimately, people are searching for authentic connections in the church. "The digital world can only satisfy so much," he said. "So, they're starting to pray, they're starting to read the Scriptures, they're starting to go to church. I think the initial connection can be through social media, and, in fact, I think that's a wonderful way to use it." Gatena said the purpose of Pray.com is not to get people to "scroll more," but instead to encourage them to "pray more." "Technology isn’t the enemy of faith — distraction is. We’re building tools that bring people back to what matters most: time with God," he said. Catholic leaders across the United States are reporting an increase in the number of adult converts, according to a previous report. For example, the Archdiocese of Newark in New Jersey reported that 1,701 people were preparing to join the Church, which is up 30% since 2025. Pivonka, who served in NET Ministries, explained how encounters with God have the power to touch people in difficult moments. "Some of the kids that I talked with were just in profoundly difficult family situations and structures that the love of God really — it was their anchor," Pivonka said. "It was their lifesaver that there was some sense of hope, and I think that's really, for a lot of kids, that's what they're really hoping, looking for." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2430b3fb569bd9084e921 Pope Leo XIV invokes Pope Francis' final words in Easter plea against growing 'indifference' to war te 2026-04-05T11:10:03.376Z Pope Leo XIV invokes Pope Francis' final words in Easter plea against growing 'indifference' to war Pope Leo XIV gave his first Easter blessing as pontiff on Sunday, calling for peace and urging the world not to grow indifferent to the deaths of tens of thousands in violent conflicts around the world. Leo gave the traditional Urbi et Orbi blessing from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica to a crowd in St. Peter’s Square that Vatican media described as numbering over 50,000. Leo said that in a world hurt by wars and abuses, people need hope and peace, urging against growing accustomed to violence and indifferent to the death of tens of thousands.  "On this day of celebration let us abandon every desire for conflict domination and power and implore the lord to grant his peace to a world ravaged by wars and marked by a hatred and indifference that makes us feel powerless to the face of evil," the pope said. IRISH PRIME MINISTER TAOISEACH MICHEÁL MARTIN ADDRESSES HOW EUROPE FEELS ABOUT US-IRAN CONFLICT Leo reminded the faithful that "the power with which Christ rose is entirely nonviolent." "In the light of Easter, let us allow ourselves to be amazed by Christ," he said. "Let us allow our hearts transformed by his immense love for us. Let those with weapons lay them down. Let those who have the power to unleash wars choose peace. Not a peace imposed by force, but through dialogue. Not through a desire to dominate others, but to encounter them." Leo also invoked what he said were the final words that Pope Francis issued to the world from the same balcony one year ago, during which the late pontiff warned of a "globalization of indifference." ISRAEL LOOKING FOR 'SOLUTIONS' TO OPEN CHRISTIAN SITES AFTER BARRING CHURCH LEADER ON PALM SUNDAY DUE TO WAR "What a great thirst for death, for killing we witness each day in the many conflicts raging in different parts of the world," Leo said, quoting Francis. Leo concluded the blessing by wishing everyone a happy Easter in 10 different languages and singing the Regina Ceoli.  Leo earlier held his first Easter mass as pope, in which he called for the faithful to exercise hope against "the violence of war that kills and destroys,’’ adding that in the face of conflicts spreading around the world, "we need this song of hope today." Leo has repeatedly called for a halt in hostilities as the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran enters its second month and Russia continues its violent campaign in Ukraine. Fox News' Courtney Walsh contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d23e843fb569bd9084e89b Kamala Harris' travels and comments clearly point to 2028 te 2026-04-05T10:50:44.967Z Kamala Harris' travels and comments clearly point to 2028 In a move sure to spark more 2028 speculation, former Vice President Kamala Harris will appear next week at a major Democratic Party cattle call in this preseason for the next White House race. Harris will speak on Friday in New York City at the National Action Network’s 35th Anniversary Convention. The gathering, hosted by the civil rights organization's founder, the Rev. Al Sharpton, will give the former vice president and other potential Democratic presidential contenders appearing at the confab an opportunity to speak directly to an influential gathering of Black leaders and activists who are key players among the party's base. It's the latest sign that where Harris is going, and what she's saying and doing, is increasingly generating buzz that the Democratic Party's 2024 presidential nominee is on a likely glidepath toward another White House bid in 2028. KAMALA HARRIS: OUT OF OFFICE BUT BACK ONLINE "Of course we are reading tea leaves," a veteran strategist in the former vice president's political orbit told Fox News Digital. The strategist, who asked to remain anonymous to speak more freely, emphasized that "the only signal that is very clear is that she is going to continue to be an incredibly important fighting force and voice for Democrats and for the country." Harris was mostly out of the headlines for a couple of months after the end of former President Joe Biden's administration early last year. But she started stepping back into the political spotlight last spring and summer, including headlining Democratic National Committee fundraisers. HARRIS, NEWSOM, STIR 2028 SPECULATION AT MAJOR DEMOCRATIC PARTY MEETING Her strategic decision last summer to pass on launching a 2026 gubernatorial campaign in her home state of California was seen as a clearing of the runway for a 2028 presidential bid. And her nationwide book tour for her memoir on her abbreviated 2024 campaign, when she succeeded Biden as the Democrats' standard-bearer, has helped keep her very visible while building up her email lists and boosting donor interest. With her six-month book tour coming to a close, Harris, who made history as the first female and first Black vice president in the nation's history, is set to make a swing through the South later this month. Her stops to help state parties fundraise include South Carolina, a key early-voting primary state in the Democrats' presidential nominating calendar, as well as the key general election battlegrounds of Georgia and North Carolina. Harris narrowly lost both states and the five other key battlegrounds to President Donald Trump in the 2024 election. "Kamala Harris continues to be an incredibly inspiring force within the Democratic Party, especially among women, among Black voters and voters of color," the strategist in her political circle emphasized. Harris has also been getting more involved on the campaign trail, recording ads for the Democratic National Committee and for the Virginia Democrats with early voting underway in the state's April 21 congressional redistricting referendum. After endorsing Rep. Jasmine Crockett in last month's Democratic Senate primary in Texas, Harris reached out to the nomination winner, state Rep. James Talarico. She's also talked to other winners in last month's primaries. HARRIS RIPPED BY THE RIGHT OVER TRUMP IRAN WAR SPEECH PRE-BUTTAL Harris has also been increasingly critical of President Donald Trump's military strikes on Iran. "He brought America into a war that people don’t want, he has put American troops in harm’s way, costs are rising by the day, and, meanwhile, he has done nothing to address the needs of the people of America," the former vice president argued in a social media video posted ahead of Trump's primetime address to the nation last week. Harris' comments quickly ignited a sharp rebuke from conservatives on social media. Among those responding was Rep. Tom Emmer of Minnesota, the House Republican majority leader. "It’s pretty disgraceful for you to claim President Trump has done nothing to meet the needs of the American people," Emmer posted on X. "Here’s the truth: He’s cleaning up the chaos YOU caused here in the United States and across the globe, and is making America great again." The reaction from Republicans is a sign that it's not only Democrats who see Harris as a potential leading contender for the 2028 nomination. Looking ahead, the strategist stressed that "no one knows what she is planning to do for 2028, but until she tells us herself, she is going to continue to travel, speak up about the issues she cares about the most, and the tremendous damage that Trump and this administration are doing to this country and how Democrats are going to continue to fight back." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d23e713fb569bd9084e88f Megan Rapinoe rips IOC's new policy to protect women's sports, rejects notion rule is based in science te 2026-04-05T10:50:25.335Z Megan Rapinoe rips IOC's new policy to protect women's sports, rejects notion rule is based in science Former U.S. women’s soccer star Megan Rapinoe ripped the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for implementing a new policy to ensure fairness across women’s competitions. The IOC said "eligibility for any female category event at the Olympic Games or any other IOC event, including individual and team sports, is now limited to biological females, determined on the basis of a one‑time SRY gene screening." CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM The organization added that the policy was "evidence-based" and "expert-informed." The testing can be conducted via saliva, cheek swab or blood sample. A presentation at a World Athletics panel in Tokyo in September revealed that 50 to 60 athletes with male biological advantages have been finalists in the female category at global and continental championships since 2000. The panel was led by the head of the World Athletics Health and Science Department, Dr. Stéphane Bermon, who said sex tests were necessary because of an "over-representation" of DSD (differences of sex development) athletes among finalists, per multiple reports. However, Rapinoe rejected the policy in the latest issue of her "A Touch More" podcast. "Unfortunately, we have to say that all in the same breath as a really horrible rule came out from the International Olympic Committee," Rapinoe said as she praised the transgender community. "They announced a new policy that they’re calling, I can’t even believe that they’re calling it this because it has nothing to do with protecting women, I feel like two people, who played at the very highest level for every competition that you possibly could, don’t agree with this and never felt like this was an issue at all, ‘The Protection of the Female [Women’s] Category.’" Rapinoe dismissed the notion that the policy was rooted in science and said that the IOC was subjecting women to "invasive testing." OLYMPIANS REACT TO THE IOC POLICY CHANGE TO PROTECT WOMEN'S SPORTS "We already know that biology, as much as we want it to be just nice and clean and tight and perfectly in one category and another, it’s not," Rapinoe said. "We know that. So, now what we’re doing is subjecting everybody, all women and all people who are identifying as women to this really invasive testing that only to me says like, ‘Oh we’re just trying to whittle it down to a certain type of woman. Is that what we’re doing? That’s really the whole game here. "They sort of lost the battle on gay marriage and lost the battle on all these things so it’s just like, ‘We’re gonna have this whole campaign for all these years to just hate trans people,’ which is such a small percentage of the population. It’s actually on a single hand when we’re talking about sports. And just like thread the absolute tightest needle thread that you possibly could." Rapinoe added that the IOC only implemented the rule to appease President Donald Trump's administration. "This committee is framing it as based in science, which it’s not," she said. "This will ultimately just prevent people from competing within the women’s category that they feel like they have an unfair advantage. It’s just really hateful. There’s been so few athletes that are trans or competing as trans and it’s so blatant on its face. It’s a total acquiescence to the Trump administration and to really right-wing conservative politics that really is just bringing down so much hate against such a small percentage of people who are just trying to live their life. It’s just horrible and I’m just sickened by it, really." Conversely, several Olympians supported the IOC’s decision. Kaillie Humphries, a three-time Olympic gold medalist for the U.S. and Canada, was among them. "Today is a great day for women’s sports and a big win in the Olympic world," she told Fox News Digital last month. "By implementing the sex testing, it will allow for fair competition. It used to happen years ago, and by bringing it back it will protect the women’s category. I think it’s very fitting that LA28 will be the games to protect women’s sports as it’s something that our president has advocated for." Fox News’ Jackson Thompson contributed to this report. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d235233fb569bd9084e778 Man who put up $100K to find Nancy Guthrie says tipsters should skip the sheriff and call Crime Stoppers te 2026-04-05T10:10:43.014Z Man who put up $100K to find Nancy Guthrie says tipsters should skip the sheriff and call Crime Stoppers As multiple agencies collect tips in the Nancy Guthrie case, the man funding a $100,000 reward says Crime Stoppers — not the sheriff — offers the safest path for witnesses to come forward and an enticing one for people who want to get paid for credible information without giving their name. "I believe that people will come forward if they’re anonymous and if they get a reward," said Wisconsin attorney Michael Hupy, who is the president of Crime Stoppers Milwaukee. In Pima County, Arizona, the local Crime Stoppers affiliate is known as 88-CRIME, and the number is 520-882-7463. Hupy has paid out $75,000 in rewards and posted another $200,000 in an effort to solve crimes in his hometown. But he told Fox News Digital this week he put up six figures in the Guthrie case due to the alarming circumstances of her disappearance. NANCY GRACE SLAMS SHERIFF’S HANDLING OF GUTHRIE CASE: ‘THE FISH STINKS AT THE HEAD’ She is believed to have been taken from her bedroom in northern Tucson around 2 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 1. Responding officers found a thin trail of blood droplets from her front door to the edge of her driveway. Her back doors were propped open. Her Nest doorbell camera was missing. And the trail seemingly ended there, until the FBI and Google recovered home security video showing a masked man on her doorstep — who is still unidentified. "I was very sad that an 84-year-old woman in poor health was taken from her home, without her medication, her heart pacemaker stopped [synching], there's blood at the crime scene, and I thought something had to be done quickly," he told Fox News Digital. "And I thought this is a place I could step in, as I have in Milwaukee." He also criticized the early handling of the investigation, saying the sheriff released the crime scene too quickly and made other missteps. LEAD NANCY GUTHRIE COP HAD NO HOMICIDE EXPERIENCE, SHERIFF BENCHED TOP DETECTIVES: SOURCES "I don’t think they secured the scene long enough to process it," he said. "They went in, looked, opened it up, then they had to come back later." Hupy said he believes that the anonymity guaranteed by Crime Stoppers can't be matched by the county sheriff's tip line or even the FBI, whose tip line the Guthrie family has promoted publicly. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X Tipsters can avoid being labeled "snitches" or facing retaliation, he said. "That's the point of it," he added. "They get a reward anonymously, and they help society by getting criminals off the street." SIGN UP TO GET TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER And with the investigation entering its third month this week, Hupy said the chance that someone who knows something about Guthrie's suspected abduction told someone else has only increased. "Somebody will learn something," he said. "An ex-girlfriend will get mad and tell the authorities or Crime Stoppers that her boyfriend confessed to her. A bartender will say a drunk came in and spilled the beans on himself or someone else. So the longer it goes on, the more likely we are to get the criminal." SEND US A TIP HERE Tipsters who use Crime Stoppers can also avoid getting in the middle as both the PCSD and FBI vie for information on the case independently, Hupy said. "Avoid the bickering and avoid the nonsense and call Crime Stoppers," Hupy said. "We know how to handle this. We have solved thousands of cases, and we're not in the middle of something." LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST And because Crime Stoppers is not a government agency, Hupy said it is not subject to freedom of information laws and does not keep identifying records of the informants it pays. Tipsters are not asked for their names and receive a unique code number when they give information instead, he said. If there's an arrest based on that information, they can collect by giving the code, not their name. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? FIND MORE ON THE TRUE CRIME HUB "If your tip results in an arrest, you get a reward," he said. "We don’t even know your name or your address or your phone number." And there are no records kept of those details either, he added. The national crime fighting organization has given out tens of millions of dollars in reward money over the years, he said. The Crime Stoppers reward is $102,500 for information that leads to an arrest. The FBI is separately offering a $100,000 reward for information that leads to either Guthrie's recovery or an arrest and conviction. And "Today" co-host Savannah Guthrie is offering $1 million for information that brings her mother home. "Come forward, you'll be anonymous...and if you have the right information, you'll get a reward," Hupy said. "It's that simple." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2350f3fb569bd9084e76f Easter duck-hunting trip in New Orleans turns nearly deadly until last-minute prayer brings miracle te 2026-04-05T10:10:23.560Z Easter duck-hunting trip in New Orleans turns nearly deadly until last-minute prayer brings miracle Authors SQuire Rushnell and Louise DuArt coined the word "Godwink" to describe the way the Lord works in mysterious ways, exemplified by this story for Easter Sunday. As they told Fox News Digital, "What mysterious force in the universe causes us to help someone in need — only to discover that we are the ones being led to life changes?" In New Orleans for Easter a few years ago, shop windows just recently decorated with sequined outfits, colorful boas and feathered headdresses for Mardi Gras were now trimmed in baskets of pink and green, chocolate bunnies and Lily of the Valley. Gerry Ponson, together with his then-girlfriend Shannon, strolled arm in arm through the French Quarter, laughing and stealing affectionate glances.  PASTOR AND STRANGER LINKED BY GOSPEL SONG AS MIRACULOUS KIDNEY DONATION SAVES TWO LIVES Ponson balanced an air of boyish curiosity with the commanding presence of a sea captain who could turn on a dime to bark orders at his crew. Meanwhile, the nurse in Shannon showed.  She’d learned to tuck her patience into a delightful carefree spirit. What didn’t show was her worry — that if she pushed her rugged beau too close to marriage, he might bolt.  Fortunately, Gerry’s younger sister, Penny Ponson, had become Shannon’s best ally. The women shared a strong faith, and during heart-to-heart talks, they'd agreed he would benefit from believing in "someone up there" bigger than himself. Penny told Shannon about a recent time she'd mentioned the subject of faith with her brother.  "I told him, ‘Even if you reject Him, God loves you, and you can’t do a thing about it!’" "What did he say to that?" Shannon asked. TEXAS COMMUNITY FOR SPECIAL-NEEDS ADULTS IS A MODEL FOR OTHERS: ‘A JOYFUL PLACE’ "Get out of the house!"  They both laughed.  During that spring holiday period, Ponson had a tradition. Every year, he took his older friend, Mac, along with Mac’s championship golden retriever, Booga, duck hunting across the bay from New Orleans. This year, Mac had been hurting — he’d lost his wife of 45 years. As was their norm, the trio set out in Ponson's 17-foot boat at 4:30 a.m. Booga took his post, standing at the bow while Gerry wrapped Mac in a heavy blanket and a wool watch cap. The temperature hovered in the 30s.  For the first half-hour, Ponson felt excitement about the venture. Then, noticing changes in the wind and the rocking of the boat, an uneasiness crept over the veteran seaman. He always checked the weather — second nature for a fisherman. But the wind, rising quickly, brought higher waves that slammed the small boat with growing force. Ponson had heard the lore of fast-developing storms in the northern Gulf — systems that escaped the notice of meteorologists — before exploding into near-gale winds, towering waves and rare but deadly storms. Within moments, icy water began crashing over the gunwale, causing the boat to flip like a toy — and dumping the three occupants into the dark, shockingly cold water. Ponson grabbed his friend by the latter man's life jacket, shouting, "Keep moving your arms and feet!" He knew his older friend could quickly suffer from hypothermia. BUS DRIVER HAILED AS HERO FOR SAVING YOUNG CHILD WANDERING ALONE ON BUSY STREET Something bumped his arm — it was the boat’s 10-foot push pole. He seized it, driving it downward into the churning water. When it struck bottom, Ponson was thankful — at least they’d have something to hang onto. "Hold on, Mac," said Ponson over the wind. "There’ll be a boat coming down the channel, I’m sure of it." Booga paddled over, panting. For awhile, Ponson held him up by his collar. Over the next hour, as the waves battered the three of them in total darkness, Ponson fought to keep everyone alive — holding Mac upright for several minutes, then giving Booga a rest.  "I’m cold, Gerry," Mac said in a weak voice.  Ponson felt helpless and frustrated. Finally, he made the hardest decision he could remember.  "I can’t save you both, Mac," he said sympathetically. "I’ve got to let Booga go." He shooed the dog toward shore, knowing the chances of survival were nearly impossible in this weather. "Hold on, Mac. It’ll be light soon," he said. "Somebody’ll come." But an hour passed without another boat in sight. Moreover, believing in unseen things or miracles had never been Ponson's strong suit. His thoughts drifted to Shannon. She was a believer — but she gave him his space. Another half hour crawled by. The sky slowly began to turn gray, and the waves began to ease. Yet a mist had surrounded them. "I can’t hold on much longer," Mac croaked. For the first time, Gerry remembered what Penny had said: "God loves you, and you can’t do a thing about it!" CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES He tilted his face toward the empty sky. "If you’re there — please send us a boat," he whispered. Then, as an afterthought, he added, "Please, give me a second chance." Less than a minute later, something moved in the fog. He squinted. A hole in the mist seemed to open. Was it a cross? Suddenly he saw the mast of a boat. He ripped off his shirt and waved it wildly. "Mac! It’s a boat! They see us!" A smaller boat soon ferried them to a larger vessel. As Ponson climbed the rope ladder, he noticed something that stopped him cold.  The name painted on the hull of the boat was "Second Chance."  TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Soon there was a churning sound overhead. He felt grateful as he watched his older friend lifted by a medivac helicopter, to be rushed to a hospital. A short while later, the Second Chance boat pulled up to the dock in New Orleans — where another surprise awaited. Dancing in circles on the pier was Booga — alive.  Still, the best surprise was yet to come.  Standing quietly on the dock, tears on her face, was Shannon.  The couple embraced tightly. Ponson knew exactly what he was going to say.  It had come to mind the moment he saw the name of that boat, right after he'd asked for a "second chance." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER "God wants me to say this. Will you marry me?" Shannon’s face filled with joy, "Yes." "One condition," he added breathlessly. "Let's do it right away. Will you marry me on Easter Sunday?" Tears filled her eyes. "Yes and yes." Days later at a New Orleans wedding chapel — with Mac, in a wheelchair, as best man — and Booga serving as "best dog" — the couple said their vows and began a brand-new chapter in their lives. Within weeks, Ponson augmented his tasks as a fishing boat captain with a part-time job at Celebration Church in New Orleans.  To this day, as a street preacher, he shares his testimony. This story by SQuire Rushnell and Louise DuArt is published by special permission. Copyright ©SQuire Rushnell and Louise DuArt. Anyone can learn more about the Godwinks projects at www.godwinks.com. The Ponsons' story was first published in the book "When God Winks at You" by SQuire Rushnell and Louise DuArt Rushnell. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2295f3fb569bd9084e646 NAU ROUNDUP: Wesche, Kelsey named MPSF diver, diving coach of the year te 2026-04-05T09:20:31.179Z NAU ROUNDUP: Wesche, Kelsey named MPSF diver, diving coach of the year A look at news and results from NAU. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d227753fb569bd9084e5d4 Artemis II astronauts face toilet trouble as they head toward the moon te 2026-04-05T09:12:21.097Z Artemis II astronauts face toilet trouble as they head toward the moon The four astronauts on the Artemis II mission are more than halfway to the moon after launching Wednesday from Kennedy Space Center, but a familiar problem has surfaced. For the second time since launch, Orion’s toilet is malfunctioning. "During the night, we tried to vent the wastewater tank that's attached to the toilet. We had problems with that, due to suspected blockage we think probably due to ice. So we directed the crew overnight to use their collapsible contingency urine devices," Judd Frieling, the Artemis II flight director, explained during a news conference Saturday. The astronauts encountered a similar problem with the toilet on the first day of their mission. The ship's lunar loo malfunctioned following liftoff and has remained a lingering issue. TRUMP HYPES MOON MISSION AS ARTEMIS II PREPARES TO LIFT OFF UNDER PRESSURE FROM PAST FAILURES Debbie Korth, NASA’s Orion program deputy manager, said the toilet is still operable. "You know, this is a test flight. We're figuring out how these systems work together, but it is operable, and we have redundancy to get us through the mission," she said. The toilet, NASA confirmed, is still available for astronauts to use for solid waste. ARTEMIS II LAUNCH STEALS THE SHOW AT COLLEGE SOFTBALL GAME AS PLAYERS STARE SKYWARD IN AMAZEMENT "Space toilets and bathrooms are something everybody can really understand .. it’s always a challenge," Korth said. John Honeycutt, chair of the mission management team, said the public's interest in the Orion toilet was "kind of human nature." ARTEMIS II CREW DESCRIBES LIFE ABOARD ORION SPACECRAFT ON HISTORIC JOURNEY TO THE MOON AND BACK "I mean, everybody knows how important that is to us here on Earth and it's harder to manage in space. I'm interested in it, you know? I mean, I know we're in a good state right now, but I would really like for it to be in the best state that it can be for the crew's sake," he said. "It's a little bit of camping in space already, but then it makes it camping a little bit tougher when you don't have the full capability of the toilet." "But you know, they're okay and they're trying to manage through the situation," Honeycutt added. NASA said the astronauts reported a smell coming from the bathroom, which is located in the floor of the capsule. "Regarding the smell, I just wanted to make sure you all were tracking the EGS notes of the kind of burning heater smell that was coming from toilet several times," astronaut Christina Koch, who helped address the issue earlier this week, told mission control on Saturday, according to Space.com. Orion will orbit the moon on Monday before heading back to Earth. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d227613fb569bd9084e5cb Kamala Harris' travels and comments clearly point to 2028 te 2026-04-05T09:12:01.416Z Kamala Harris' travels and comments clearly point to 2028 In a move sure to spark more 2028 speculation, former Vice President Kamala Harris will appear next week at a major Democratic Party cattle call in this preseason for the next White House race. Harris will speak on Friday in New York City at the National Action Network’s 35th Anniversary Convention. The gathering, hosted by the civil rights organization's founder, the Rev. Al Sharpton, will give the former vice president and other potential Democratic presidential contenders appearing at the confab an opportunity to speak directly to an influential gathering of Black leaders and activists who are key players among the party's base. It's the latest sign that where Harris is going, and what she's saying and doing, is increasingly generating buzz that the Democratic Party's 2024 presidential nominee is on a likely glidepath towards another White House bid in 2028. KAMALA HARRIS: OUT OF OFFICE BUT BACK ONLINE "Of course we are reading tea leaves," a veteran strategist in the former vice president's political orbit told Fox News Digital. The strategist, who asked to remain anonymous to speak more freely, emphasized that "the only signal that is very clear is that she is going to continue to be an incredibly important fighting force and voice for Democrats and for the country." Harris was mostly out of the headlines for a couple of months after the end of former President Joe Biden's administration early last year. But she started stepping back into the political spotlight last spring and summer, including headlining Democratic National Committee fundraisers. HARRIS, NEWSOM, STIR 2028 SPECULATION AT MAJOR DEMOCRATIC PARTY MEETING Her strategic decision last summer to pass on launching a 2026 gubernatorial campaign in her home state of California was seen as a clearing of the runway for a 2028 presidential bid. And her nationwide book tour for her memoir on her abbreviated 2024 campaign, when she succeeded Biden as the Democrats' standard-bearer, has helped keep her very visible while building up her email lists and boosting donor interest. With her six-month book tour coming to a close, Harris, who made history as the first female and first Black vice president in the nation's history, is set to make a swing through the South later this month. Her stops to help state parties fundraise include South Carolina, a key early-voting primary state in the Democrats' presidential nominating calendar, as well as the key general election battlegrounds of Georgia and North Carolina. Harris narrowly lost both states and the five other key battlegrounds to President Donald Trump in the 2024 election. "Kamala Harris continues to be an incredibly inspiring force within the Democratic Party, especially among women, among Black voters and voters of color," the strategist in her political circle emphasized. Harris has also been getting more involved on the campaign trail, recording ads for the Democratic National Committee and for the Virginia Democrats with early voting underway in the state's April 21 congressional redistricting referendum. After endorsing Rep. Jasmine Crockett in last month's Democratic Senate primary in Texas, Harris reached out to the nomination winner, state Rep. James Talarico. She's also talked to other winners in last month's primaries. HARRIS RIPPED BY THE RIGHT OVER TRUMP IRAN WAR SPEECH PRE-BUTTAL Harris has also been increasingly critical of Trump's military strikes on Iran. "He brought America into a war that people don’t want, he has put American troops in harm’s way, costs are rising by the day, and, meanwhile, he has done nothing to address the needs of the people of America," the former vice president argued in a social media video posted ahead of Trump's primetime address to the nation last week. Harris' comments quickly ignited a sharp rebuke from conservatives on social media. Among those responding was Rep. Tom Emmer of Minnesota, the House Republican majority leader. "It’s pretty disgraceful for you to claim President Trump has done nothing to meet the needs of the American people," Emmer posted on X. "Here’s the truth: He’s cleaning up the chaos YOU caused here in the United States and across the globe, and is making America great again." The reaction from Republicans is a sign that it's not only Democrats who see Harris as a potential leading contender for the 2028 nomination. Looking ahead, the strategist stressed that "no one knows what she is planning to do for 2028, but until she tells us herself, she is going to continue to travel, speak up about the issues she cares about the most, and the tremendous damage that Trump and this administration are doing to this country and how Democrats are going to continue to fight back." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d2274d3fb569bd9084e5c2 American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on Tidal Basin traditions and baseball benchmarks te 2026-04-05T09:11:41.509Z American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on Tidal Basin traditions and baseball benchmarks The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people — including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States. This week's quiz highlights Tidal Basin traditions, baseball benchmarks — and a whole lot more. Can you get all 8 questions right? Give it a try and see how you do! CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES To try your hand at more quizzes from Fox News Digital, click here.  Also, to take our latest News Quiz — published every Friday — click here. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d227393fb569bd9084e5af Stephen Miller Is Still Pursuing His Immigration Agenda, but More Quietly te 2026-04-05T09:11:21.188Z Stephen Miller Is Still Pursuing His Immigration Agenda, but More Quietly The architect of President Trump’s mass deportation campaign wants “a moratorium on immigration from third world countries until we can heal ourselves as a nation.” The chaos in Minneapolis has not pushed him off that course. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d227253fb569bd9084e5a6 ICE Arrests in Texas Leave Children to Raise Their Siblings After Parents Are Detained te 2026-04-05T09:11:01.333Z ICE Arrests in Texas Leave Children to Raise Their Siblings After Parents Are Detained Andrea García and her siblings are carrying on in a home reshaped by fear, loss and new responsibility. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d227113fb569bd9084e59d Sales of Luxury Bibles Are on the Rise te 2026-04-05T09:10:41.476Z Sales of Luxury Bibles Are on the Rise “This is actually God’s word,” says one collector. “Why not have a really nice copy of it?” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d226fd3fb569bd9084e594 More Drivers Are Showing an Interest in Electric Vehicles te 2026-04-05T09:10:21.681Z More Drivers Are Showing an Interest in Electric Vehicles From the gas pump to the auto show, drivers are talking about electric vehicles. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d1ff8f3fb569bd9084e18f No NIL money for international college athletes? ASU’s Last-Tear Poa awaits legal decision te 2026-04-05T06:22:07.542Z No NIL money for international college athletes? ASU’s Last-Tear Poa awaits legal decision TEMPE – Expectations are high for collegiate athletes. Workouts. Competition. Academic rigor. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d1ff7b3fb569bd9084e186 No NIL money for international college athletes? ASU’s Last-Tear Poa awaits legal decision te 2026-04-05T06:21:47.749Z No NIL money for international college athletes? ASU’s Last-Tear Poa awaits legal decision Arizona State guard Last-Tear Poa has filed a lawsuit that would help international collegiate athletes secure Name, Image and Likeness money. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d1ff673fb569bd9084e17d Michigan overpowers Arizona and reaches national title game with 91-73 win te 2026-04-05T06:21:27.889Z Michigan overpowers Arizona and reaches national title game with 91-73 win INDIANAPOLIS — Michigan overpowered Arizona early and humbled the ’Cats all night long, turning the Final Four meeting billed as the Game of the Year into a 91-73 Wolverines highlight reel Saturday night. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d1ff533fb569bd9084e174 SPORTS-MICHIGAN-OVERWHELMS-ARIZONA-FINAL-FOUR-1-MLI.jpg te 2026-04-05T06:21:07.812Z SPORTS-MICHIGAN-OVERWHELMS-ARIZONA-FINAL-FOUR-1-MLI.jpg Michigan Wolverines guard Trey McKenney (1) is guarded by Arizona Wildcats guard Anthony Dell'orso (3) as Michigan faces Arizona in the Final Four at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Friday, April 3 2026. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d1ff3f3fb569bd9084e16b No one claimed ownership or injuries in Saturday night RV fire on Bullhead Parkway te 2026-04-05T06:20:47.951Z No one claimed ownership or injuries in Saturday night RV fire on Bullhead Parkway BULLHEAD CITY — No injuries were reported Saturday night in an RV fire on Bullhead Parkway. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d1ff2b3fb569bd9084e162 Parkway RV Fire.jpg te 2026-04-05T06:20:27.960Z Parkway RV Fire.jpg No one was found near an RV that caught fire Saturday night in the southbound lanes of Bullhead Parkway between Camino Real and Adobe Road. No injuries were reported and it was unknown how the vehicle came to be perpendicular… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d1ec6c3fb569bd9084df48 Several people detained in possible cockfighting ring bust te 2026-04-05T05:00:28.274Z Several people detained in possible cockfighting ring bust Maricopa County authorities have detained several individuals linked to a possible cockfighting ring. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d1e0ad3fb569bd9084ddd0 U.S. Rescues Downed Air Force Officer Deep Inside Iran, Officials Say te 2026-04-05T04:10:21.750Z U.S. Rescues Downed Air Force Officer Deep Inside Iran, Officials Say An Air Force officer of a F-15E Strike Eagle shot down on Friday by Iran spent a day in hostile territory with little more than a pistol for protection. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d1dbfd3fb569bd9084dd52 Michigan routs Arizona to advance to men's national championship, will take on UConn te 2026-04-05T03:50:21.800Z Michigan routs Arizona to advance to men's national championship, will take on UConn The Michigan Wolverines men’s basketball team will return to the national championship for the first time since 2018 after a rout of the Arizona Wildcats, 91-73, in the Final Four. Michigan jumped out to a 16-point lead midway through the first half and never had to look back from there. The high-percentage shooting from Aday Mara and Elliott Cadeau’s ability to knock down the long-range shot was more than enough for the Wolverines to get the win. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Wolverines star Yaxel Lendeborg was saddled with two fouls early in the first half and then suffered a tough-looking ankle injury during the period to keep him on the bench. He started the second half and hit two 3-pointers before he called it a night. He looked as though he was struggling with the pain. He managed to score 11 points, including three 3-pointers in 14 minutes of play. As he struggled, Trey McKenney stepped up big time. McKenney was hot from long range. He finished with 16 points on 4-of-6 from 3-point range. Mara led Michigan with 26 points and nine rebounds. Cadeau had 13 points and 10 assists. UCONN'S UNDEFEATED SEASON CRUMBLES AS SOUTH CAROLINA GETS SWEET REVENGE AGAINST REIGNING CHAMPS Arizona was unable to find its rhythm throughout the night, and the continued missed shots sucked the air out of the building. The Wildcats only shot 37% from the floor. Wildcats freshman Koa Peat scored 16 points to lead the team. He also had six rebounds. Brayden Burries and Jaden Bradley each had 13 points. Motiejus Krivas had 11 points. Michigan lost in the 2018 national championship to Jay Wright’s Villanova squad. Their appearance in the Final Four on Saturday night was their third since 1993. The team last won a national championship in 1989 when Glen Rice and the Wolverines knocked off Seton Hall in overtime. The Wolverines will take on the UConn Huskies in the national championship game on Monday night. The Huskies defeated the Illinois Fighting Illini to receive the opportunity at the title. If UConn wins, it will be the Huskies’ third title in four years. Follow Fox News Digital’s sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d1d50f3fb569bd9084dca6 El Rio taps experienced leader to oversee transition from North Country HealthCare to Elk Ridge te 2026-04-05T03:20:47.304Z El Rio taps experienced leader to oversee transition from North Country HealthCare to Elk Ridge David Rogers will serve as an executive vice president of El Rio with a focus entirely on Elk Ridge’s operations. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d1d4fb3fb569bd9084dc9d Cattail Cove, Lake Havasu State Parks see strong visitation with events, campers te 2026-04-05T03:20:27.239Z Cattail Cove, Lake Havasu State Parks see strong visitation with events, campers Area state parks have seen strong visitation numbers in recent weeks, thanks to a new campground area and a wide range of events. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d1d29e3fb569bd9084dc38 Trump Contemplates Other Cabinet Changes as He Faces Political Clock te 2026-04-05T03:10:22.280Z Trump Contemplates Other Cabinet Changes as He Faces Political Clock With the midterms approaching, the president may be running out of time to get new cabinet members confirmed without bipartisan support. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d1c6fd3fb569bd9084db5b Enjoying the moment: UCLA’s Lauren Betts balances on-court pressure with off-court fun te 2026-04-05T02:20:45.397Z Enjoying the moment: UCLA’s Lauren Betts balances on-court pressure with off-court fun PHOENIX – After a sluggish and grueling win against Texas on Friday in the 2026 Women’s Final Four, Cori Close offered her apologies to fans. Instead of experiencing overwhelming excitement at the thought of the program’s first NCAA title game, UCLA’s coach felt a tinge of guilt. “I wanted to apologize to all the fans for the rugby match and the 23 turnovers,” Close said after the 51-44 victory. “I want to grow the game so bad. I felt guilty walking off the floor because it was not pretty in any way, shape or form.” Close was only half-serious, of course, The Bruins are ecstatic to be playing for a national championship on Sunday against South Carolina, but at open practice on Saturday, it was clear that there is more pressure on UCLA than ever with the national spotlight on them. That pressure was palpable when fans erupted in applause every time star post player Lauren Betts appeared on the screen. The pressure to grow the game isn’t confined to the programs and coaches, however. It reaches the players, including Betts. Betts simply combats that pressure by focusing on others. “Every time I step out on the floor, I remember that it’s not just about me,” she said. “Just continuing to try to grow the game in any way that I can. I think coach Cori has always done a good job of reminding us that it’s bigger than ourselves.” Both Close and Betts said a major focus of the UCLA program is helping the community, whether that be the immediate Bruins program or the women’s basketball community. But Close has placed a big emphasis on making sure the team balances its on-court production with enjoying the memories along the way. Betts knows this and has made plenty of memories in her third season with UCLA – especially alongside the UCLA dance team with teammates Gabriela Jaquez and Charlisse Leger-Walker. “Char did a little collab with the dance team for her YouTube channel and I got to be part of it,” Betts said. “It was the most enjoyable experience I’ve had ever.” Being serious when the time comes, but also letting loose and having fun with your teammates is something Betts cherishes about the Bruins. “We just really enjoy each other,” Betts said. “We just want to make it fun. We’re obviously very serious and we like to compete and win games. But you can also enjoy the journey as well.” When it comes to representing the sport, Betts stands on a pedestal made both by fans and other teams due to her domination on the floor. This season, Betts averaged 17.2 points, 8.7 rebounds and 2.1 blocks per game. She was named Big Ten Player of the Year, Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year, and a finalist for the Naismith Trophy, given annually to the best college player. Betts’ dominance has continued into the NCAA Tournament. She notched her third double-double of the tournament against Texas on Friday with 16 points and 11 rebounds.  Betts does not feel the pressure of playing in a tournament scenario. Instead, she sees it as an opportunity to continue playing the way she has all season long. “My biggest mindset going into every single game is just rebound and play defense and the points will come,” she said. “I have no doubt that my teammates are going to try to find me. But I think when I do my job on the defensive end, that really gets me going.” Advancing to the title game is special enough, but UCLA has become all the more special for Betts because she shares it with her best friend and sister, Sienna. “She’s not just my little sister,” Betts said. “We really get on each other … we bicker. I mean, the love for each other, it’s really strong. It means a lot to me to be playing in a national championship with her.” Betts knows the importance of the game on Sunday against South Carolina – and the importance is only furthered by her desire to bring home hardware to Los Angeles. “I don’t think I can even put it to words like how much it would mean for everyone, their families, this program, the alums,” Betts said. “It’s just really special to see all the support that we’ve had this entire tournament.  “To bring it back would be like a dream come true for all of us. That’s the goal we’ve had from the very beginning.” The post Enjoying the moment: UCLA’s Lauren Betts balances on-court pressure with off-court fun appeared first on Cronkite News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d1c24f3fb569bd9084dad1 That’s So Raven: Johnson-Latson connection driving force for S. Carolina te 2026-04-05T02:00:47.290Z That’s So Raven: Johnson-Latson connection driving force for S. Carolina PHOENIX – Almost five years ago to the day, Raven Johnson and Ta’Niya Latson captured the GEICO Nationals championship as high school teammates. Combining for 48 points in a 70-50 win as guards for Atlanta’s Westlake, the two future college superstars showed off their skills. “I always think of the national championship that we won,” Johnson said Saturday. “I remember we played a really good team. Ta’Niya and I were feeding off each other, we were throwing lobs to each other.” After securing the title in the last high school game they would play together, the emotions finally hit them, reacting in the only way they saw fit. They cried. “(We were) telling each other how much we feed off each other, what our connection is,” Johnson said. “Ta’Niya makes me a better version of myself. She pushes me to a point where I don’t even know I can go.” Now, Latson and Johnson have the opportunity to do it again, this time around in a very different situation.  Instead of the high school stage in 2021, the two will suit up for South Carolina as it takes on UCLA in the 2026 national championship Sunday in Mortgage Matchup Arena.  Although their college journeys will end at the same spot, it did not start that way. After winning the title at Westlake as a senior, Johnson went off to South Carolina, where she spent five seasons – she was sidelined with an injury her first year – and advanced to the Final Four the subsequent four seasons, cutting down the nets in 2023-24. The path was not as straight forward for Latson. She was a junior when she dropped 31 for Westlake in the national title game. For her senior year of high school, she opted to transfer to American Heritage in Plantation, Florida, the same state in which she spent her first two years of high school.  Winning the state title as a senior, she stayed in-state to start her college career. Spending her first three years at Florida State, Latson never made it past the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament as a Seminoles player. National glory on her mind, she opted to transfer, and where better than to the school that not only had her high school teammate, but was in the midst of advancing to five consecutive Final Fours.  Forty minutes from national champion title holder, Latson believes the move paid off. “I was really confident in coming to South Carolina,” Latson said. “I still am. I wouldn’t change anything. I would 100% do it again. My role obviously changed, but I didn’t let that affect me. At the end of the day, I knew why I came here. It was to play in the national championship and win it.” Although the Gamecocks sit one win away from winning their second national title in three years, the path to get here was not clear. Despite South Carolina only picking up three losses before the tournament, that mark doesn’t necessarily meet the incredibly high standards of the program. However, Latson feels that the losses gave necessary lessons that led the Gamecocks to the title game. “Through the adversity and everything that we went through, through the highs, through the lows, we stayed together,” Latson said. “We got closer. I feel like every loss we had this season, it led us up to this moment.” While South Carolina coach Dawn Staley has brought eight teams to the Final Four, she still sees the differences in each one. She highlighted her guards and their journeys as a primary difference from this year’s team. “If I had to give (the year) a title, it would be sacrifice,” Staley said. “Sacrifice for players like Ta’Niya Latson. Sacrifice for Raven, us not having her in the future.” The player that has been highlighted most in emphasizing team identity is Johnson, whose previous years in Columbia has led up to 2025-26, where the senior has fully embraced her role as a leader. One of the most important parts of the team’s identity is positivity. Staley pointed to Johnson’s influence on the team’s mindset as heavily impactful. “There’s winning behaviors,” Staley said. “Raven during this time only wants to hear and see things that are only going to help us. If she hears something or sees something that doesn’t fit that, she addresses it, which is the coolest.” One moment that put Johnson’s leadership skills on blast happened near the end of Friday’s Final Four win against UConn. During Staley’s spat with Huskies coach Geno Auriemma, which picked up heavy attention online, Johnson recognized an opportunity to make a positive impact while Staley was animated.  Johnson gave Staley a high five. While it wasn’t a grand gesture, it was still important.  “It’s classic Raven,” Staley said. “She makes me laugh even in the most difficult situations because she’s so innocent. She is a really kindhearted young lady. Sometimes you need people around you to put things in perspective. It truly was calming for her to do that.” As the Gamecocks sit on the precipice of achieving a fourth all-time national title, Johnson, who cut down the nets twice before, remains a crucial part of the team’s latest journey. While value on the court is undeniable, her connection to her coach is a unique bond that brought South Carolina to Phoenix. This connection was highlighted during Saturday’s press conference ahead of Sunday’s championship game.  While Johnson sat, taking questions from the media, Staley quietly stood in the back, watching her star player talk. Smiling like a proud parent, she paid attention when a reporter asked Johnson a question about staying motivated through her third national championship. “I mean, Coach Staley, in practice,” Johnson said, then paused. Johnson had seen Staley in the room earlier, but took the time to make eye contact with her coach. While no words were exchanged and the delay lasted no longer than five seconds, the small looks between the two filled the room with an understanding of their relationship. Getting a slight green light from her coach, Johnson cut short her answer for one that had more honesty. “I want to win, honestly,” Johnson said. “I don’t want to just win for myself, I want to win for my teammates, for Coach Staley, I want to win for South Carolina. I want to win for the people … in front of us. I just want to win.” The post That’s So Raven: Johnson-Latson connection driving force for S. Carolina appeared first on Cronkite News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d1bb413fb569bd9084d9e3 DHS slams Democrat Sen Chris Van Hollen claim, says illegal alien caused crash while fleeing ICE te 2026-04-05T01:30:41.780Z DHS slams Democrat Sen Chris Van Hollen claim, says illegal alien caused crash while fleeing ICE The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Saturday pushed back on claims by Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., that ICE agents struck an "asylum seeker," saying the man is an illegal immigrant who caused a crash while trying to evade arrest. DHS told Fox News that the man in question is a Honduran illegal immigrant with a final order of removal dating back to 2018. According to DHS, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers attempted to arrest the individual, identified as Ever Omar Alvarenga-Rios, on Thursday in Baltimore, but he allegedly tried to evade arrest. When officers conducted a vehicle stop, Alvarenga allegedly failed to comply with law enforcement and "drove recklessly" through the city, DHS said. DHS SAYS ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT INJURED HEAD AFTER HITTING CONCRETE WALL WHILE FLEEING ICE, DENIES BEATING CLAIMS DHS claimed that Alvarenga then "slammed on his brakes," causing a multi-vehicle crash. He then attempted to flee on foot and ignored law enforcement commands, DHS said, adding that ICE officers "followed their training and used the minimum amount of force necessary to make the arrest." DHS said the two officers involved in the incident were injured and taken to the hospital. DHS SAYS ICE AGENTS RAMMED BY VEHICLES AMID MINNEAPOLIS ENFORCEMENT SURGE: 'AGGRESSIVELY ASSAULTED' "This illegal alien broke our laws, resisted arrest, sent two ICE law enforcement officers to the hospital, and endangered the general public. Thankfully both our officers are expected to make a full recovery," DHS Acting Assistant Secretary Lauren Bis said in a statement. "This dangerous attempt to resist arrest comes after sanctuary politicians have encouraged illegal aliens to evade arrest by hosting webinars instructing illegal aliens how to avoid being caught. Sanctuary politicians must stop encouraging this reckless behavior that endangers illegal aliens, our officers, and the public," she added. Van Hollen on Saturday posted photos on social media of the man in a hospital bed, describing him as an "asylum seeker" who was rear-ended by an ICE vehicle while driving to work Thursday in Baltimore. According to Van Hollen, the man suffered "significant injuries to his head, chest, back and hands." The Maryland Democrat also said the man was detained and claimed ICE was violating his rights by denying him access to attorneys. Fox News Digital has reached out to Van Hollen's office for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d1b43b3fb569bd9084d91b Illegal migrant charged in deadly 124 mph chase that killed pregnant teen, unborn child te 2026-04-05T01:00:43.347Z Illegal migrant charged in deadly 124 mph chase that killed pregnant teen, unborn child The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced Saturday an immigration detainer has been lodged against an illegal immigrant accused of leading Ohio deputies on a high-speed chase that ended in a crash killing a pregnant 17-year-old girl and her unborn child, and injuring another woman. Tarsem Singh, an Indian national, was recently indicted on vehicular homicide, involuntary manslaughter and reckless homicide charges, according to DHS. He is being held on a $1 million bond, and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) lodged an arrest detainer with Ohio authorities. The fatal Feb. 16 chase was initiated after a Darke County Sheriff's Office deputy noticed an SUV driving nearly 25 mph over the speed limit. ‘VIRGINIA FATHER’ CHARGED WITH MURDERING INFANT DAUGHTER IS ILLEGAL ALIEN, SAYS DHS Officials said the deputy attempted to catch up to the SUV, allegedly driven by Singh, and paced the vehicle at 100 mph. As the deputy activated his emergency lights to initiate a traffic stop, the SUV sped away, driving roughly five miles at speeds reaching 124 mph before crashing into an eastbound vehicle on a curve, according to the sheriff's office. The deputy immediately notified dispatch of the crash and checked for injuries, finding pregnant 17-year-old Ashlee Holmes, Singh's passenger, dead after being ejected from the vehicle, local outlet WDTN reported. EXCLUSIVE: ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT RELEASED UNDER BIDEN 'CATCH-AND-RELEASE' ALLEGEDLY KILLS DRIVER IN POLICE CHASE Singh was taken by CareFlight to Miami Valley Hospital. The female driver of the eastbound vehicle was conscious and alert with injuries, and taken to Union City to Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana, according to the sheriff's office. Officials said the pursuit lasted less than three minutes from the time it was initiated until the crash. It is unclear why Holmes was in Singh's vehicle. "This is yet another tragic reminder of why illegal aliens should not be driving cars on America’s roads," DHS acting assistant secretary Lauren Bis wrote in a statement. "A 17-year-old woman and her unborn child are now dead as a result of this illegal alien’s reckless actions." Singh allegedly entered the country illegally in February 2017 through the southern border in California and was arrested before being ordered released by a judge on bond. Bis said the newly filed ICE detainer was lodged against Singh to ensure he is "never released and allowed back behind the wheel to put more innocent lives at risk." 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d1ad373fb569bd9084d863 Tiny patients at HonorHealth NICU celebrate spring te 2026-04-05T00:30:47.655Z Tiny patients at HonorHealth NICU celebrate spring HonorHealth NICU babies were dressed in bunny hats just in time for Easter. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/69d1a86d3fb569bd9084d7a7 Judge Pauses Trump Demand for Student Race Data in 17 States te 2026-04-05T00:10:21.521Z Judge Pauses Trump Demand for Student Race Data in 17 States The Trump administration had said it would collect data from colleges to ensure compliance with a Supreme Court ruling ending affirmative action in admissions. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/home