https://meenews.co/post/6a787e882c5335ae1044b935 Fitness expert reveals one simple exercise for a stronger core — and it’s not a sit-up te 2026-08-09T13:20:08.167Z Fitness expert reveals one simple exercise for a stronger core — and it’s not a sit-up Strengthening the core improves balance and stability, which supports movement and physical performance, experts say. While traditional abdominal exercises can be effective, one yoga pose may offer added benefits. Boat pose, or Navasana, forms the body into a "V" and challenges multiple muscles involved in core stability. Melissa Leach, a certified yoga instructor and strength and conditioning coach in Philadelphia, said a strong core provides a foundation for both exercise and everyday movement. FITNESS EXPERTS REVEALS SIMPLE RULE TO GET IN SHAPE WITHOUT DREADING THE GYM: 'JUST MOVE' "Ab exercises help support that by strengthening key muscles such as the obliques, lower back, and deep stabilizers like the transverse abdominis," she told Fox News Digital. "Together, these muscles work to stabilize your spine, creating a strong foundation for movement and allowing you to transfer force more efficiently between your upper and lower body." Many routine activities, from carrying groceries to getting up from a chair, engage the core muscles to stabilize the trunk, maintain balance and support controlled movement. PEOPLE ARE USING VIBRATION PLATES FOR WEIGHT LOSS: DO THEY WORK? A strong core can also help reduce the risk of lower back pain by improving stability in the spine and ensuring control during lifting and other physically demanding movements, the expert said. "While injury risk isn’t determined by core strength alone, a well-conditioned core provides a stable foundation for movement in everyday life," she noted. Boat pose challenges the ab muscles while also engaging the hip flexors, glutes and back, according to Leach. This helps to build functional core strength rather than just targeting a single muscle group. Compared to the traditional sit-up, which is carried out in "one plane of motion," the boat pose requires the entire core to "work together to keep you balanced and lifted, which places greater demands on core stability, balance and control," Leach said. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "Whether you're holding the pose or moving dynamically, you're training the muscles that stabilize your spine and pelvis, rather than primarily strengthening the muscles required for trunk flexion, as a sit-up does," she went on.  "Both have their place, but boat pose challenges the core to work as an integrated system rather than focusing on one movement pattern." The pose develops both stability and muscular endurance, according to Leach. "The position requires your deep core muscles, the ones that support your spine and pelvis, to stay engaged throughout," she said. "Over time, this can translate into better posture, a stronger lower back and a core that supports everyday movement." Leach shared the following steps for performing the boat pose safely and with proper form. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES Those looking to make the exercise more dynamic can move in and out of the pose rather than holding it, the expert said. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER For beginners, Leach recommended some modifications. Those who struggle with balance and maintaining a straight spine can sit on a folded blanket or cushion to help tilt the pelvis forward, Leach suggested. Another option is to sit with the back a few inches from the wall "for reassurance," she said, "while still allowing enough space for you to perform the crunching movement without hitting your head." For seniors or anyone with limited core strength, Leach recommends trying a chair-supported version. Sit toward the front edge of a sturdy chair, hold the sides for support, and lean back slightly while lifting one or both feet a few inches off the floor. "This builds the same engagement without the demand of balancing unsupported, and you can progress to the floor version once you feel steadier," she advised. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a787e872c5335ae1044b92c 'Knots Landing' star Donna Mills says refusing to pose nude cost her Playboy cover te 2026-08-09T13:20:07.547Z 'Knots Landing' star Donna Mills says refusing to pose nude cost her Playboy cover Donna Mills says refusing to pose nude came with a hefty price. The 85-year-old actress claimed that Playboy pulled her planned cover after she refused to pose nude. "I was supposed to be on the cover, and they didn't put me on the cover because I didn't show anything. And that pissed me off." 'KNOTS LANDING' ICON DONNA MILLS JOINS ONLYFANS AT 85 TO CONNECT WITH FANS 'ON HER OWN TERMS’ Mills exclusively told Fox News Digital that she only agreed to the magazine's photo shoot after receiving assurances she wouldn't have to bare it all. "I said I would do the photo shoot for Playboy if they were okay with the fact that I wasn't going to show anything," she recalled. But during the three-day shoot, Mills said the pressure never stopped. "The photographer kept trying to get me, ‘Move that sheet down a little bit,’" she said. "I had my publicist and my hairdresser there, covering up things. So, nothing in any of the pictures shows." The legendary "Knots Landing" star said the photos didn't need nudity to be provocative. ‘AMERICAN PIE’ ALUM SHANNON ELIZABETH TURNS TO ONLYFANS FOR ‘FRESH START’ AS DIVORCE UNFOLDS "They're very sexy," she exclaimed. Now, those never-before-seen images are getting a second life — this time on OnlyFans. Mills recently launched an account on the subscription platform after admitting she had no clue what it even was when she was first approached. 'KNOTS LANDING' STAR DONNA MILLS SAYS SHE WON'T 'BE QUIET' AFTER CRITIC TARGETED HER MAKEUP AT AGE 85 "I didn't know what OnlyFans was. I'd never heard of it," Mills laughed. "Then they told me, well, it's kind of an adult site." Instead of dismissing the offer, Mills agreed to hear the company out — and what she heard changed her mind. "They… couldn't have been nicer and couldn't have been more accommodating," she said. "They said, 'You do what you're comfortable with. You don't have to do nakedness. You can, if you want to, you can. If you don't want to, you don't have to.'" WATCH: DONNA MILLS SAYS PLAYBOY SNUBBED HER OVER NUDE PHOTO REFUSAL The freedom to call the shots sold her on the idea. "I just loved the opening it gave me to connect with my fans, to connect with the people who have been responsible for my career," Mills said. "At my age, it's like a whole new life is opening up." Mills stressed that subscribers shouldn't expect her to abandon the boundaries she's maintained throughout her career. Instead, she teased the type of content fans can enjoy without crossing lines she's never wanted to cross. WATCH: 'KNOTS LANDING' STAR DONNA MILLS TEASES 'SPICY' ONLYFANS AT 85 "I think what the page will be, will be spicy. That's kind of always been my thing, to be a little spicy," Mills said. "I think they'll react to that, they'll like that, and also it's my chance to communicate with them through the videos and things like that and talk to them." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Before sealing the deal, Mills said she got an enthusiastic green light from the people closest to her. "I first went to my daughter... She said, 'Go, mom! Come on, go,'" Mills recalled, adding that her daughter trusted she "wasn't going to do anything embarrassing." Her spouse also backed the decision. "He said, 'I trust you. You do what you want to do,'" Mills said. For Mills, signing up for OnlyFans was about proving life doesn't stop with age. "When I kind of looked at it a few years ago and said, 'What do I want to do with this portion of my life, this chapter in my life?' I said, 'I'd like to be an inspiration,'" she emphasized. "I'd like to show people, and particularly women, that it doesn't have to be over. It's just a new chapter. It's not the end... It's just something you can enjoy. You should enjoy. It's part of your life." LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS The actress, who became a television sensation playing the glamorous and ruthless Abby Cunningham on the hit show, "Knots Landing," said the platform will give her a chance to connect with fans in a more personal way. Mills rose to fame starring in the long-running series from 1980 to 1989. With her signature blonde hair, bold fashion and stellar performances, her character became one of television's most memorable soap opera villains. And if Abby could weigh in on Mills' latest venture, the actress is convinced her iconic alter ego wouldn't hesitate to give it her stamp of approval. "She would say, ‘Go, girl!’ Without a doubt,'" she said. "Are you kidding? Abby would be all for it. She was for anything that was going to move her forward, that was going to be to her advantage. So, she would be dead on for this. She would love this." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a787e862c5335ae1044b923 Netanyahu rejects Board of Peace's Gaza plan: No 'withdrawal until Hamas is genuinely disarmed' te 2026-08-09T13:20:06.913Z Netanyahu rejects Board of Peace's Gaza plan: No 'withdrawal until Hamas is genuinely disarmed' Israel is rejecting a 15-point Gaza proposal put forward by the Board of Peace, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday, declaring that Israeli forces will not withdraw from the enclave until Hamas fully gives up its weapons. "Israel rejects the 15-point Gaza document proposed by the Board of Peace," Netanyahu said at Sunday's Cabinet meeting. "The IDF will not carry out any withdrawal until Hamas is genuinely disarmed." Israel remains in discussions with the United States over the disarmament of Hamas but insisted any agreement would have to result in the terror group surrendering its entire arsenal, according to Netanyahu. "It needs to be genuine disarmament, not fictitious disarmament," Netanyahu said. HAMAS SAYS IT WILL DISSOLVE GAZA GOVERNMENT, BUT ISRAEL WARNS GROUP STILL SEEKS HEZBOLLAH-STYLE CONTROL "When I say Hamas is disarmed, that means the heavy weapons, the less heavy weapons, all the weapons," he added. Hamas remains committed to a Gaza roadmap agreed with mediators and representatives of the Board of Peace in Cairo 10 days ago, senior Hamas official Basem Naim told Reuters. Hamas expects mediators and the United States to "press Netanyahu and his government to adhere to the roadmap," he added. HILLARY CLINTON BREAKS WITH DEMOCRATIC CRITICS BY BACKING TRUMP’S GAZA PLAN AS THE 'ONLY GAME IN TOWN' Trump had teased a disarmament of the Hamas terrorist group in Gaza as a landmark step toward peace, but there remained skeptics, including Israel's Netanyahu, whose Sunday comments put him at odds with the latest Board of Peace proposal as the Trump administration seeks to move forward with a broader plan for Gaza following the ceasefire reached last year. Trump said last month that there had been a breakthrough in efforts to advance the peace process and that Hamas had agreed to lay down its weapons. Hamas controlled Gaza for nearly two decades before carrying out the Oct. 7, 2023, terrorist attack on Israel that triggered the war. Israel has continued carrying out strikes in Gaza since the ceasefire took effect last October, while the future disarmament of Hamas and the withdrawal of Israeli forces remain central issues in negotiations over the territory. Netanyahu made clear Sunday that Israel would resist provisions in U.S.-backed proposals that his government considers unacceptable. NETANYAHU REJECTS REPORTS OF A RIFT WITH PRESIDENT TRUMP, SAYS THE TWO REMAIN ALIGNED ON IRAN He also reiterated his opposition to the establishment of a Palestinian state in either Gaza or the West Bank. "As long as I am prime minister, there will be no Palestinian state, not in Gaza and not in Judea and Samaria," Netanyahu said. "Neither ‘Fatahstan’ nor ‘Hamastan.’" The Israeli leader’s rejection of the 15-point proposal underscores the hurdles facing efforts to turn the ceasefire into a lasting settlement, particularly over the sequence of Hamas’ disarmament and an Israeli military withdrawal. EXCLUSIVE: ISRAELI PRESIDENT HERZOG BLASTS MAMDANI, PRAISES TRUMP, SOUNDS ALARM ON IRAN Netanyahu indicated Israel would continue working with Washington but said the government would hold firm on its security demands, particularly its insistence that Hamas be fully stripped of its weapons before Israeli troops leave their positions in Gaza. Netanyahu also used his remarks Sunday to address Israeli operations elsewhere in the region, saying the military had recently acted "forcefully" in Lebanon and carried out what he described as "very important activity." On Iran, Netanyahu said Tehran has refrained from striking Israel because "it knows what a powerful blow we will deal it if it does," while praising Trump and the U.S.-Israel alliance over efforts to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons. "I greatly appreciate President Trump," Netanyahu said." He is the greatest of our friends in the White House. I greatly appreciate the historical partnership with the U.S. against Iran's attempts to acquire nuclear weapons. "And I wish to emphasize once again: With or without an agreement, as long as I am Prime Minister, Iran will not have a nuclear weapon. Because the existence of our precious country, the country of all of us, the existence of Israel, is not up for negotiation." Reuters contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a787c332c5335ae1044b8d3 Florida man accused of killing nurse mom who helped him despite repeated arrests for threatening her: sheriff te 2026-08-09T13:10:11.387Z Florida man accused of killing nurse mom who helped him despite repeated arrests for threatening her: sheriff A Florida man allegedly killed his mother, who had recently bonded him out of jail and had moved to the state to get him mental health help. Gibson Nash, 21, was charged with first-degree murder after a series of perplexing events eventually led police to his mother’s bloodied body. Deputies with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office found Margaret Chu Dufour, a 56-year-old nurse, on the floor of her home in Polk County, Florida. It wasn’t their first encounter with her. About a month before, deputies responded to a "disturbance" at the home involving her moving company. KENTUCKY MAN ACCUSED OF KIDNAPPING, KILLING WOMAN AND KEEPING HER BODY UNDER TRAILER BEFORE DISPOSAL The "movers tried to upcharge her and charge her more money," Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said in a news conference on Aug. 5. After movers left, his deputies helped her finish moving items into her new home "without fanfare," Judd said. "That’s the kind of customer service our deputies do." So deputies with the same department were horrified to find her dead on the floor a month later. It was the culmination of a series of puzzling events on the morning of July 21, Judd said. Just before 7 a.m., her son was involved in multiple traffic crashes while driving her vehicle, a blue BMW SUV, Judd said. After fleeing the first crash, Nash allegedly hit a slew of other vehicles with the SUV, Judd said. The rampage caused more property damage, additional crashes between other vehicles, and ultimately, injuries to three people, who were treated at a hospital. Deputies then found Nash unconscious behind the wheel of the SUV covered in blood. That confused deputies, Judd said. "It was a significant crash, but it was like, ‘Why is he unconscious?’" Judd said. Deputies tried to sort it out at the scene. "He's got blood on his hands, and the paramedic thinks this is not a bloody kind of crash. Where did the blood come from?" DATING-APP CHARMER ACCUSED OF MURDER AFTER HISTORY OF DOMESTIC ARRESTS INVOLVING WOMEN HE MET ONLINE Nash was taken to a local hospital with an unknown identity. He was sedated and intubated. Meanwhile, deputies went to Dufour’s house because it was shown on the vehicle’s registration. She didn’t answer their knock at the door. They learned that she wasn’t supposed to be at work that day. They saw a broken glass plate near her patio door and a shovel near the side of the house. Because of the "suspicious circumstances," they entered the house with a key they found on the front porch, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies then found Dufour "stomped into a bloody puddle in the middle of the floor," Judd said. The medical examiner said she died from "blunt force injury from a beating, and from being strangled to death," Judd said. "It’s one of the most, personally, violent murders we've seen in a very long time," said the sheriff, who’s been in law enforcement 54 years. In April, Nash had been arrested twice for allegedly threatening to kill his mother. They both lived in Knoxville, Tennessee, at the time. The first time, Dufour had called 911 after locking the door behind her after entering a smoke shop, leaving him in her vehicle just outside. She told the 911 operator that her son had "attacked" her the night before and "assaulted" her that morning, Judd said. The only way she could get him to calm down was agreeing to take him to the smoke shop, she said on the call. Shortly after, Nash was arrested for allegedly threatening to kill her with a knife. Later that month, Nash pulled a knife and threatened to kill her again, this time "over not being able to play on the Xbox," Judd said. DISPATCHER HEARD 'LOUD BANG' BEFORE TIKTOK INFLUENCER WHO OUTED ALLEGED PEDOPHILE HUSBAND FOUND DEAD: AUDIO Soon after, Dufour moved to Florida. But she returned to Tennessee to bond her son out of jail, Judd said. Her move south was an attempt to get Nash more mental health treatment, Judd said. Family members told investigators that he’s "bipolar, schizophrenic and maybe autistic." FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X While in the hospital after the July traffic crashes in Florida, blood on his clothing was tested and found to be his mother’s, Judd said. Investigators found "remarkable" bruising on his knuckles and feet "from where he kicked and kicked and stomped and beat his mother," Judd said. Nash also was in liver failure from overdosing on Tylenol, Judd said. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS Dufour had recently started work as a nurse on the surgery floor at Bartow Regional Medical Center. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE Nash’s lawyer, hired by his father, wouldn’t let law enforcement interview him. SEND US A TIP "Fortunately for us, he made some omissions without being interviewed," Judd said. It was not immediately clear who Nash's attorney is. GOT A TIP? Nash also has been charged with two third-degree felonies for "leaving the scene of a crash involving injury." LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST "Gibson Nash needs to remain locked away from the public forever," Judd said. He is currently held without bond in a Polk County jail. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL "The way he murdered his mother was a mix of pure rage and extreme violence. After killing her, he caused two vehicle crashes on a busy road. He has no respect for others and is a clear threat to society." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a787c2f2c5335ae1044b8bd Flagstaff History: Wild dog or wolf attacked tourists along Route 66 te 2026-08-09T13:10:07.707Z Flagstaff History: Wild dog or wolf attacked tourists along Route 66 This week's look back into Flagstaff's history. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a787c2e2c5335ae1044b8b4 Carpenter's Column: 93.6 days went by too fast te 2026-08-09T13:10:06.853Z Carpenter's Column: 93.6 days went by too fast This week's column from Tom Carpenter, the longtime humorist for the Arizona Daily Sun. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a787c2d2c5335ae1044b8ab The magic of Munds: Flagstaff businesses thrive in seasonal Munds Park operation te 2026-08-09T13:10:05.699Z The magic of Munds: Flagstaff businesses thrive in seasonal Munds Park operation Sportsmunds, Empty Nest Vintage, Nimarco's and Satchmo's Roadhouse all finding success with new Munds Park locations. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a787c2a2c5335ae1044b89d This former notorious red-light district is now one of the world’s top AI hubs te 2026-08-09T13:10:02.600Z This former notorious red-light district is now one of the world’s top AI hubs More than 20 years ago, King's Cross was one of the seediest area's in London. Now it's sprouting something new. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a78777e2c5335ae1044b84b Miss North Carolina USA pageant producers fire back after winner says she lost title over faith te 2026-08-09T12:50:06.608Z Miss North Carolina USA pageant producers fire back after winner says she lost title over faith The stripping of a Miss North Carolina USA winner's crown was due to "the totality of the circumstances" of her past objectionable speech and not her conservative politics or Christian beliefs, according to organizers. "A Blaize Productions’ decision was not based on Brittany Boltinhouse’s political views, religious beliefs, or protected personal viewpoints," according to a statement released by the organization that holds the North Carolina state license for the Miss USA pageant. "Our organization includes people from various backgrounds, political views, personal beliefs and values. We welcome and celebrate that." FORMER MISS NORTH CAROLINA USA SAYS CONSERVATIVE CHRISTIAN VALUES PLAYED ROLE IN LOSING CROWN Brittany Boltinhouse, 27, won the Miss North Carolina USA pageant in June but only held the crown for weeks after her past online posts were scrutinized. She was stripped of her crown this week and said her views and past public statements were the reason. "I believe and think I was stripped from my title because of my political stance and my belief system as a conservative Christian woman," Boltinhouse, a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, told the Carolina Journal in an interview Friday. "I am proud of my faith. I am proud of my standards. I am a proud conservative woman, but a Christian woman. I'm a God-fearing woman." "I will never let my guard down for my faith, and also I love this country." MISS NORTH CAROLINA USA LOSES CROWN AFTER ORGANIZER CONDEMNS 'RACISM, HOMOPHOBIA, TRANSPHOBIA' The organization that stripped her of her spokeswoman victory says it was due to her online speech, after old social media posts resurfaced of her repeated use of the N-word. "The decision followed a careful review of the totality of information that came to our attention, including previously undisclosed conduct and public content spanning multiple years that was inconsistent with the standards and responsibilities expected of a Miss North Carolina USA titleholder under the agreements governing the position," the organizers' statement concluded. Miss USA President and CEO Thom Brodeur, who lists "he/him" pronouns on his Instagram, had said in a statement earlier this week that the pageant "does not tolerate racism, homophobia, transphobia nor language that strips any person of their dignity," according to Fox Carolina, saying the objectionable statements "reflected conduct over an extended period of time." "A title here isn’t a trinket," he told ABC News. "It is a position of trust, extended by an organization and accepted by a woman who agrees to carry a standard in public," he added. "When that standard is broken, the title cannot continue as though nothing happened." WISCONSIN TEACHER FIRED AFTER SOCIAL MEDIA POST ADVOCATING TO 'MAKE AMERICANS GREAT ASSASSINS AGAIN' The Miss North Carolina USA title has since passed to first runner-up Myla Hadley, who is set to represent the state at the Miss USA pageant beginning Aug. 24 in Miami. "I think and believe that my title was ripped from me because of my beliefs," Boltinhouse told the Carolina Journal, adding "every teenager has made a mistake" when talking about the posts from 2017-2019 where the alleged objectionable statements were made online. Boltinhouse pointed to her winning the crown based in part on being named Miss Congeniality "because of my character and who I am." "I won't be judged for my past," she said, taking this setback as a "blessing in disguise" for her, adding she is "glad it happened to me and not some other young lady that, you know, probably just wouldn't make it through what I am going through right now." "You have a right to be a conservative in this country, a constitutional right," she added in that interview. "Everyone has a right to say what they want to say and feel what they want to feel." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7872d12c5335ae1044b7dd Self-destructing phone code sparks federal case te 2026-08-09T12:30:09.418Z Self-destructing phone code sparks federal case Your phone holds a running record of your life. It can reveal private messages, photos, financial records and location history. That explains why some people turn to extreme security tools. One of them is a secret phone wipe code that erases stored data when someone enters a secondary passcode. However, using that feature during a federal inspection can create serious legal trouble. An Atlanta man now faces a felony charge after a special passcode allegedly erased his Google Pixel while U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers were trying to inspect it. Prosecutors say he knowingly destroyed digital property that the government had lawful authority to seize. His attorneys dispute that account. They argue that agents detained him unlawfully and had no valid authority to take the phone. The unresolved case puts personal privacy and border security on a collision course. It also shows how quickly a phone protection feature can become the center of a federal prosecution. New! Free live CyberGuy class: Protect Your Money From Today’s Biggest Threats Join us on Saturday, Aug. 29, at 10 a.m. ET for a free CyberGuy LIVE class covering five simple steps to help defend yourself against AI scams, fraud, identity theft and financial hacks. 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According to court filings described in published reports, the screen went dark, flashed several times and appeared to restart. The phone remained physically intact, but its stored data was gone. Federal authorities later allowed Tunick to enter the country. A grand jury indicted him on Nov. 13, 2025, under a rarely used federal law covering the destruction of property to prevent a government seizure. Tunick pleaded not guilty. The charge remains an allegation, and the court has not decided whether the government's seizure was lawful. The case appears to be among the first publicly reported federal prosecutions centered on a phone's duress wipe feature. Tunick's Pixel reportedly ran GrapheneOS, an open-source operating system designed to increase privacy and security on supported Google Pixel phones. GrapheneOS replaces the standard operating system. It does not work like a regular Android app. One optional feature lets the phone's owner create a duress PIN or password. This credential differs from the code that normally unlocks the screen. When someone enters the duress credential, GrapheneOS immediately and irreversibly wipes the device. The process also removes installed eSIMs. GrapheneOS says the wipe does not require a reboot and cannot be interrupted after it begins. The code works anywhere the operating system requests the device credentials, including the lock screen. The feature could help someone facing a violent thief or another coercive situation. Yet using it during a government search raises a separate legal question. Installing GrapheneOS or setting up a duress passcode is not the crime alleged in this case. Prosecutors are focusing on when Tunick allegedly used the feature and what he intended to accomplish. Federal prosecutors charged Tunick under 18 U.S.C. Section 2232(a). The law applies when someone knowingly destroys, damages or takes another action against property to prevent the government from lawfully taking custody of it. The statute can apply at any point surrounding a search or seizure. A conviction carries up to five years in federal prison and may also include a fine. The government appears to view the physical phone as a container. The stored information represents the property agents wanted to inspect and preserve. According to the indictment, Tunick knowingly caused the contents of his Pixel to be deleted. Prosecutors allege that he acted to prevent the government from taking control of that information. The charge does not require prosecutors to prove that the phone contained evidence of a separate crime. The immediate issue involves the alleged destruction and Tunick's intent when he supplied the code. However, the statute only applies when the government acts under lawful authority. That requirement sits at the center of the defense's challenge. ARE APPLE DEVICES SPYING? WHAT YOUR IPHONE TRACKS Tunick's attorneys argue that CBP officers violated his constitutional rights during the airport encounter. They claim agents detained him without a warrant, denied his requests to speak with an attorney and failed to advise him of his rights. The defense has asked the court to suppress statements and evidence connected to the inspection. His attorneys also allege that agents used concerns about illegal material as a pretext to examine his connections to the movement opposing Atlanta's police and fire training facility. Opponents commonly call the facility Cop City. Tunick has participated in activism against the project, according to his defense team. These remain defense allegations. Prosecutors dispute the claim that the airport encounter was unlawful and argue that officers acted under their border inspection authority. Magistrate Judge Christopher C. Bly held an evidentiary hearing on July 20, 2026. As of today, the court had not ruled on Tunick's motion to suppress. Therefore, Tunick remains presumed innocent unless prosecutors prove the charge beyond a reasonable doubt. Federal officers have broader search authority at an international border than police usually have elsewhere in the country. The border-search exception allows the government to inspect travelers and their belongings as they enter the United States. International arrival areas inside airports serve as ports of entry for this purpose. CBP says electronic-device searches can help officers investigate national security threats, child exploitation, smuggling and other violations enforced by the agency. CBP divides phone inspections into basic and advanced searches. During a basic search, an officer manually reviews information stored on the device. An advanced search involves connecting external equipment that can copy or analyze its contents. Under CBP's current directive, an advanced search requires reasonable suspicion of an activity that violates a law enforced by CBP or a national security concern. A senior manager must also approve it. However, federal courts have not adopted one uniform nationwide standard for every phone search at the border. The legal protection can depend on the search method and the federal jurisdiction where the inspection occurs. That uncertainty leaves travelers with fewer clear answers than they might expect. A U.S. citizen cannot be denied entry solely because CBP cannot inspect a locked electronic device. Still, refusing access may extend the inspection. Officers can also detain the phone if a passcode or encryption prevents them from examining it. CBP says a traveler must present a device in a condition that allows inspection. Its policy also states that U.S. citizens will not be denied entry solely because officers cannot inspect the device. Foreign visitors face different risks. Refusing to cooperate may affect whether CBP admits them to the United States. Meanwhile, courts continue to wrestle with questions involving compelled passcodes and biometric unlocking. The answer may vary by jurisdiction and circumstance. Anyone carrying confidential business records or other highly sensitive material should consider speaking with a qualified attorney before international travel. Removing personal information before a trip differs from deleting data after officers have begun an inspection. You may decide at home that you do not want to carry old files or unnecessary accounts across the border. You could also use a separate travel phone that contains less personal information. Those choices happen before government agents stop you or take possession of the device. The legal risk changes once an active inspection begins. Prosecutors may view a deliberate wipe at that point as an attempt to interfere with a search or seizure. In Tunick's case, his intent will likely become a major issue. Prosecutors say he provided the code while knowing what it would do. His lawyers maintain that the government lacked lawful authority from the start. The court must evaluate both sides before deciding whether the case moves forward. The safest time to review your digital privacy is before you arrive at the airport. For a broader security checklist, read our guide on how to keep your phone safe abroad. The following steps can reduce how much personal information you carry without encouraging a confrontation during an inspection. Review the information stored on your phone before leaving home. Remove files that you will not need during the trip. A separate travel phone may make sense when your primary device contains sensitive business information or private communications. Keep only the apps and accounts you expect to use. You can find more ways to reduce exposed information in our guide on how to minimize your digital footprint when you travel. Create an encrypted backup before your trip. Confirm that you know how to restore it. A working backup can protect your photos, documents, contacts and account records if the phone is lost or held by authorities. Also, keep essential travel information somewhere besides your phone. A printed itinerary can help if you temporarily lose access to the device. Use a strong passcode that someone cannot easily guess, and store it in a trusted password manager if needed. Avoid birthdays and repeated numbers. Turn off notification previews on the lock screen. Otherwise, text messages and account alerts may remain visible without authentication. Before leaving, review these iPhone and Android security settings that help protect your data. A full shutdown may place encrypted information on many modern phones into a more protected state before the first unlock. Make that decision before entering the inspection area. Suddenly powering down after an officer orders you to hand over the device could raise questions about your intent. U.S. citizens retain the right to enter the country. However, declining to unlock a phone can lead to delays or the temporary seizure of the device. The consequences may be more serious for foreign visitors. Anyone with immigration concerns should get advice based on their specific status before traveling. A duress passcode may be legal to install. Using it while officers are trying to inspect or seize a phone creates a different risk. Tunick's prosecution shows that the government may treat that action as an intentional effort to destroy property. Do not make an irreversible decision based only on what a privacy feature promises. Once a federal inspection begins, your actions can become evidence in a criminal case. Ask for a receipt that identifies the device and the agency holding it. After leaving the inspection area, write down what happened while the details remain fresh. Include the time, officers' names, questions asked and any paperwork you received. Those notes could help an attorney evaluate the encounter. A secret phone wipe code can protect sensitive information during a dangerous encounter. The same code can lead to a federal charge when it erases data during an active government inspection. Federal officers have a legitimate responsibility to secure the border and preserve potential evidence. At the same time, your phone can expose deeply personal details about your life. The court must now decide whether agents acted within their lawful authority. It must also consider what Tunick intended when he provided the code. Until that happens, the case remains unresolved and Tunick remains presumed innocent. For travelers, preparation offers the safest path. Review your phone before leaving home and understand what may happen if you refuse a device search. A privacy choice made before a trip gives you time to consider the consequences. A wipe code activated during an airport inspection could turn a difficult encounter into a federal criminal case. Should border officers need a warrant before searching the private contents of your phone, or should protecting the country give them broader access when you return from overseas? Let us know by writing to us at Cyberguy.com Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Copyright 2026 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7872d02c5335ae1044b7d4 Sophie Cunningham supporters rally in Chicago, while protesters showcase what's wrong with America te 2026-08-09T12:30:08.696Z Sophie Cunningham supporters rally in Chicago, while protesters showcase what's wrong with America Saturday in Chicago, once again, showcased the harsh reality that the opposition to Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham is rooted in hate, intolerance, and delusion. While dozens of calm and cordial Cunningham supporters rallied outside of the United Center, they were met by a group of mask-wearing, sign-holding, profanity-spewing counterprotesters playing loud music that included incredibly vulgar and inflammatory lyrics such as: "And we'll never rest again until every Nazi dies" and "F— these f—ing fascists" CHICAGO SKY ADDRESS SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM RALLY PLANNED OUTSIDE HOME GAME VS FEVER When asked to clarify if they believed the Cunningham supporters were Nazis and fascists for believing women’s sports should remain female, they instead called me a Nazi. Typical. When I had the chance to actually speak to one protester, flanked by signs that included, "Go Home Losers", "Trans Kids Belong in Sports", and "Rise Up Against Trans Hate," a self-identified transgender woman told me, "I feel like our rights are being violated. Our trans youth are being taken advantage of. They just want to play sports." After that comment, a mask-wearing fellow protester jumped in front of me, cutting off the interview claiming I was "hostile media." After a failed attempt to chat with another protestor, that same woman cut me off again in a vulgar way saying, "F— you, right-wing scumbag!" The party of love and tolerance, ladies and gentlemen. After I spotted a couple wearing pro-trans trans t-shirts, I went up to them at a side entrance to the arena, and asked what they thought about Sophie Cunningham and her supporters. The man wearing a "Protect Trans Athletes" shirt refused to do an interview on camera, but told me that they weren't fans of Cunningham and the question of: Do you support biological men competing in the WNBA?, he called the phrasing a "non sequitur," refusing to define what a woman is, while stating definitively that biological sex is not determined by XX or XY chromosomes. FORMER NBA PLAYER ROYCE WHITE SAYS HE IS DECLARING FOR NEXT WNBA DRAFT AFTER ENES KANTER ANNOUNCEMENT Another pro-trans attendee wearing a "Protect Trans Youth" T-shirt told me, "The truth is: trans women are women, so if they want to play women’s sports, then that’s something they should do as women." I followed up that clearly subjective statement not rooted in any sort of biological or scientific truth, by asking her thoughts on former NBA first round picks, Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White declaring for the 2027 WNBA Draft. She said, "If they truly were trans, then I would be perhaps supportive of them, but they’re not, which I followed up with "Who determines who’s really a woman?"  After rolling her eyes and staring at me for pushing her on her flawed ideology she declared, "I would love to see them play against A’ja Wilson and beat her. I doubt they would," storming off with a smug, "Thank you so much." ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Let’s be honest. Wilson is a tremendous WNBA player. When it’s all said and done, she could be the definitive GOAT, but pretending that the current WNBA MVP frontrunner would hold a candle to those men is a level of delusional thinking I find hard to fathom. As for the pro-Cunningham group of about a couple dozen, led by the 1986 U.S. Women's All-Around National Champion and founder of XX-XY Athletics, Jennifer Sey, who told me "The WNBA is living in 2020," as she responded to my question regarding why the league seems to be weary of standing firm that the league is only for women. "They (WNBA) are being made fools of by the two men (Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White)...who are saying, ‘I’m a woman now. I wanna play.’ They are just pointing out the ludicrousness of this whole ideology and I applaud them for it, because it should be laughed at." Sey has made the point clear that these rallies are about supporting Sophie. "Our message for Sophie is: We support you. We don’t want her to stand alone. The league isn’t standing with her. A lot of us here," pointing to the dozens of women rallying in support of Cunningham, "know how hard it is to take a stand." Sey added that she was "pleased that this one was much more peaceful" than what they experienced in Minnesota. JENNIFER SEY REVEALS ALLEGED COMMUNICATION WITH SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM AMID RECRUITMENT PITCH FOR XX-XY ATHLETICS The difference between the pro-Cunningham crowd and the anti-Cunningham protestors in Seattle, Portland, Minnesota, and now Chicago, couldn’t be more stark. One is cool, calm, collected, and joyful, while the other spews profanities and insults. It’s a microcosm of America. The American left has proven time and time again that they are the most hateful, intolerant, and overly-aggressive group in our country. They have called these women traveling across the country to support a woman, who simply wants women’s sports and spaces to remain female, c-words, fascists, Nazis, and every profane insult they can muster. And the WNBA has said nothing. They have done nothing to cool the temperature, which had reached a boiling point, on and off the court. Inside the arena, just like every road game since Cunningham made her comments about protecting the safety, integrity and fairness of women’s and girls sports, fans booed her every chance they got. SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM SPEAKS OUT AGAINST DIJONAI CARRINGTON AFTER FLAGRANT FOUL AND 'WHITE PRIVILEGE' POST One of the most egregious things I’ve seen done during this whole saga inside the arena, was after Cunningham was clothselined and cheap-shotted by Chicago Sky guard, DiJonai Carrington, who also poked Caitlin Clark in the eye with her excessively long nails in the playoffs of Clark’s rookie season, the Sky featured a fan wearing a trans rights t-shirt during the review of what ultimately became a flagrant 2 foul that ejected Carrington from the game. It seems that teams and their game presentation departments are doing whatever they can to promote fans with trans attire. A similar gesture was made at the Portland Fire game I attended, where the team showcased a group of lesbian women waving trans flags on the video board, as well as selecting a lesbian with trans wristbands to shoot a halfcourt shot. They are making a definitive, politically divisive statement on where they stand on the issue. Reading articles like this is enlightening for all of you readers, I’m sure. Seeing these things in person, though, makes me feel like we’re living in an alternate universe. The most hated woman in the WNBA is the only one brave enough to say the league should uphold the first letter of its acronym, and the most hated fans are the women that support her. Make it make sense. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a786e252c5335ae1044b763 I’m a college athlete. The system that gave me my dream is starting to break te 2026-08-09T12:10:13.279Z I’m a college athlete. The system that gave me my dream is starting to break Every detail of my life, no matter how small, has been influenced by sports. My parents met at a Florida Relays track meet at the University of Florida. During my childhood, my mom was a Division II track coach at the Colorado School of Mines. I would spend my afternoons at practice with her, carefully observing every throw and every cue she gave her athletes. Although my parents signed me up for every sport under the sun, all I ever wanted was to throw. Being exposed to college track at such a young age opened my eyes to the opportunities available through athletics. I worked relentlessly to "go DI." In the process, I won multiple high school state and national championships while forming a tight-knit web of friends across the country. I can say with the utmost confidence that I would not be the person I am today without track and field. No experience has been more transformative than my time as a student-athlete at Clemson University. Clemson athletics has opened doors I never thought were possible. Every day, I wake up with the opportunity to better myself. How much stronger can I get? How much further can I throw? How much more can I learn? TRUMP URGES CONGRESS TO PASS PROTECT COLLEGE SPORTS ACT BEFORE RECESS: 'WE HAVE TO GET THAT DONE' As a Clemson student-athlete, I have access to world-class facilities and a family of coaches, staff, teammates, and peers that pour into me every day. In my two years as a college athlete so far, I have learned to find my ceiling and break through it. My coaches encouraged me to pursue both a B.S. and an M.P.A. rather than taking a compareatively easier academic path. They also pushed me to pursue leadership roles through the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) Executive Board, Atlantic Coast Conference Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (ACC SAAC), internships, pre-professional organizations, and a slew of volunteer opportunities. I would simply not be where I am without the support of Clemson Athletics. I pray that every American athlete has the opportunity to live out their dreams just as I have. Sports teach us how to work hard, overcome adversity, be coachable, manage our time, and build lifelong relationships in the process. Every child in the United States should have the opportunity to play sports at the highest level. TED CRUZ URGES SENATE TO STAY IN WASHINGTON UNTIL PROTECT COLLEGE SPORTS ACT PASSES THIS WEEK Congress has the duty to protect American athletes. The NCAA v. Alston and House v. NCAA decisions have created chaos within the NCAA. The patchwork of state laws and court decisions has created an unstable landscape for college sports. Well-funded institutions like Clemson work hard to provide both revenue and non-revenue athletes with the tools they need to succeed. However, the disparities between Power 4 and mid-major programs continue to widen, and opportunities for American high school athletes are diminishing. The combination of post-House roster caps, transfer portal reliance on high school talent, and lingering eligibility waivers has slashed roster spots for walk-ons and compressed recruiting pipelines. The consequences extend beyond recruiting. I have witnessed some of my closest friends get cut from their teams to accommodate roster caps. Budgets continue to tighten as schools stretch to provide more scholarships and services to athletes. Some universities have eliminated Olympic sports like men’s swimming or track and field altogether, while conferences have dropped championship sponsorship for others. I have also seen the unbridled growth of revenue sharing and Name, Image, Likeness (NIL). These changes have been both a blessing and a curse for student-athletes. On one hand, football, basketball, and other revenue-earning sports deserve to share in the value they bring in for their schools, and, as an Olympic sport athlete, words cannot describe how grateful I am for them. Not only are they fun to watch, but their success helps fund opportunities for athletes like me. At the same time, there are no guardrails to protect athletes from unregistered agents or excessive fees, leaving many students vulnerable to exploitation. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION The transfer portal has also fundamentally changed college athletics, uprooting any resemblance of school loyalty that once existed. I personally know athletes who have transferred two or more times, and it’s no secret that forming a deep-rooted team culture is already difficult, let alone when the composition of your team changes every year. The tradition and loyalty that have long defined college sports are effectively dying, and without reasonable regulation, the problem will only continue to grow. We are approaching a point of no return. Congress must intervene before college sports as we now know them are destroyed. Not just for current NCAA athletes like me, but also for athletes like my little brother, who is about to start his first year as a Division I lacrosse player at a mid-major program, my little sister, who dreams of playing lacrosse at a Power 4 school, and every young athlete working toward and dreaming about the chance to compete in the NCAA. College athletics changes lives. If we don’t protect it, we will close countless doors across the country that catapult kids into better opportunities. S. 4668, the Protect College Sports Act, is our best shot to establish a level playing field for all college athletes, revenue and non-revenue. While no bill is perfect, this legislation is necessary to establish a framework of laws to govern revenue sharing and NIL, the transfer portal, and eligibility — protecting Olympic sports and millions of student-athletes. If Congress fails to act now, the opportunities that have transformed my life may not exist for the next generation because college sports will be too far gone. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a786e242c5335ae1044b75a Old-school campfire favorites Americans grew up eating are making a comeback te 2026-08-09T12:10:12.722Z Old-school campfire favorites Americans grew up eating are making a comeback For Paul and Caroline Lacitinola, vintage camper trailers aren't just restored pieces of Americana — they're rolling memory machines. The California couple, publishers of the Vintage Camper Trailers magazine for the past 15 years, have spent two decades immersed in the vintage trailer community. Their latest project, a cookbook filled with more than 120 family recipes, camper favorites and restaurant classics, celebrates the meals that have long brought people together around campsites across America. FROM YELLOWSTONE TO YOSEMITE, NEW COOKBOOK REVEALS RECIPES INSPIRED BY AMERICA'S MOST ICONIC PARKS "We've talked about doing it forever because we're kind of foodies," Paul Lacitinola said. "A cookbook just seemed like the natural combination of our vintage trailers and cars and classic stuff along with our other hobby — eating." But the Lacitinolas said the Vintage Camper Trailer Cookbook is about preserving something much bigger than recipes. "I really feel like the trailers have so much relationship in them that it's all about the people, and camping has a lot of emotional connection," Caroline Lacitinola said. "A lot of times it was something people were raised doing. And, so, they walk into these vintage trailers and they remember their childhood. They remember their parents. They have connection in those ways." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER She believes younger generations are embracing vintage camping for a different reason. "I think the American dream has shifted a little bit from doing the 9-to-5 every single day to really experiencing life," she said. The cookbook reflects that spirit by blending recipes contributed by family members, campers, the couple's children and favorites from Paul's former restaurants. Some dishes carry especially strong childhood memories. Paul's favorite is what his family calls "Grandma Mandy" sandwiches — white bread stuffed with cheese and jelly before being toasted in a pie iron over the campfire. "It sounds crazy," he admitted. "But believe me, they're delicious." Caroline wasn't convinced at first. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS "When I married him, I thought, 'There's no way,'" she laughed. "But they are actually really, really tasty." At the couple's vintage trailer rallies, however, one tradition stands above the rest. "The thing that we're kind of famous for ... is our pancake breakfast," Paul said. Whether it's classic pancakes or creative versions topped with peanut butter and bacon or tres leches sauce, the breakfast has become a community favorite. For Caroline, that's exactly the point. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "I think the essence of vintage camping is really community and connecting," she said. "Anything that you could do where you connect as a group is the essence of vintage camping to me. Because people are really the core of our hobby." The couple encourages anyone curious about the lifestyle to visit one of their trailer rallies, tour the restored campers and experience the community firsthand. "Go out and get one, even if it's a cheap one, if it'll work for you for a while," Paul said. "It doesn't have to be your forever trailer. But go out and get one and get involved in the community." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a786e242c5335ae1044b751 Florida men wielding hatchet and machete clash in Publix parking lot, police say te 2026-08-09T12:10:12.172Z Florida men wielding hatchet and machete clash in Publix parking lot, police say Two Florida men have been charged with aggravated battery after allegedly taking up arms—one with a machete and one with a hatchet—in a Publix parking lot. The Aug. 4 "physical altercation" between Everette Krichbaum, 52, and James Gay, 35, was over a love interest, according to a police report. Detectives reported Gay was the "primary aggressor" in the incident in Panama City. VIDEO SHOWS MOMENTS BEFORE ARMY VETERAN WAS FATALLY SHOT IN WALMART PARKING LOT DISPUTE Krichbaum was sitting in his car in the Publix parking lot when Gay first approached him and started a "verbal altercation," according to the arrest affidavit. Gay then allegedly returned to his vehicle and came back with a machete in its sheath. He hit Krichbaum in the face with it, the document shows. A feud between the two men had been brewing over a woman that Krichbaum is dating and Gay used to date, Stephanie Marshall told Fox News Digital. Marshall, who identified herself to Fox News Digital as Gay’s girlfriend, is listed as a witness on a report by the Panama City Police Department. ‘VIBRANT’ FLORIDA GRANDMA ALLEGEDLY KILLED BY ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT OUTSIDE PUBLIX, FAMILY FIGHTS FOR JUSTICE As the two men squared up, Krichbaum started swinging a hatchet, Gay told police. MYRTLE BEACH MAN WITH LENGTHY ARREST RECORD CHARGED WITH STABBING TWO PEOPLE IN POPULAR BEACH DESTINATION When officers arrived, they found Gay with a deep cut on his pinky finger, exposing the bone, and a puncture in his lower abdomen, according to arrest records. Krichbaum had multiple lacerations to his hands and face, the police report shows. He told investigators he became unconscious when Gay hit him in the head with a machete. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE Both Gay and Krichbaum were taken by ambulance to a hospital for treatment. The police report shows that Gay told police he was "attacked … over his ex-girlfriend." SEND US A TIP That same day, Gay was arrested and charged with aggravated battery with a deadly weapon. GOT A TIP? It wasn’t his first altercation that turned violent, records show. In 2011, he was convicted of aggravated battery in the killing of a 16-year-old boy near Panama City. In that incident, Gay used a chain wrapped around his hand to fracture the skull of the teen, court records show. Other co-defendants also were charged in the boy’s death. In 2012, Gay was sentenced to 15 years in prison. He was released early in June 2024, according to the Florida Department of Corrections. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL On Aug. 5, after Krichbaum was released from the hospital, he was arrested by the Washington County Sheriff's Office and U.S. Marshals Service. He’s been charged with aggravated battery causing bodily harm or disability. As of Aug. 7, both Gay and Krichbaum were being held in the Bay County Jail. Fox News Digital could not reach either man for comment. It was not immediately clear if Krichbaum has an attorney. Gay is listed as representing himself. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a786e222c5335ae1044b745 MSR Manufacturing Combines Hydraulics and Structural Fabrication With Dump Truck Repair te 2026-08-09T12:10:10.970Z MSR Manufacturing Combines Hydraulics and Structural Fabrication With Dump Truck Repair Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a786e222c5335ae1044b73c GLOW Condemns the Confirmation of Todd Blanche; The Senate Hands the Department of Justice to the Lawyer a Federal Court Found Abandoned Its Defense te 2026-08-09T12:10:10.215Z GLOW Condemns the Confirmation of Todd Blanche; The Senate Hands the Department of Justice to the Lawyer a Federal Court Found Abandoned Its Defense SACRAMENTO, Calif., Aug. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GLOW – Government Lawyers Oversight Watchdog, the first-ever non-profit dedicated to documenting the conduct of executive branch attorneys, condemns in the strongest terms the U.S. Senate's confirmation of Todd Blanche as Attorney General… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a786e212c5335ae1044b733 GLOW Condemns the Confirmation of Todd Blanche; The Senate Hands the Department of Justice to the Lawyer a Federal Court Found Abandoned Its Defense te 2026-08-09T12:10:09.433Z GLOW Condemns the Confirmation of Todd Blanche; The Senate Hands the Department of Justice to the Lawyer a Federal Court Found Abandoned Its Defense GLOW Logo Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a786e202c5335ae1044b72a GLOW Condemns the Confirmation of Todd Blanche; The Senate Hands the Department of Justice to the Lawyer a Federal Court Found Abandoned Its Defense te 2026-08-09T12:10:08.717Z GLOW Condemns the Confirmation of Todd Blanche; The Senate Hands the Department of Justice to the Lawyer a Federal Court Found Abandoned Its Defense Todd Blanche GLOW Card Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a786e202c5335ae1044b721 Signal Proxy Intelligence Recommends Full Support for All Four Items at Korn Ferry Annual Meeting (NYSE:KFY) te 2026-08-09T12:10:08.019Z Signal Proxy Intelligence Recommends Full Support for All Four Items at Korn Ferry Annual Meeting (NYSE:KFY) Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a786e1f2c5335ae1044b718 Chris Affinito of Total Mortgage Services Named to National Mortgage Professional’s 2025 “40 Under 40” te 2026-08-09T12:10:07.138Z Chris Affinito of Total Mortgage Services Named to National Mortgage Professional’s 2025 “40 Under 40” Milford, CT / Storyteller / Aug 08, 2026 / Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a78696f2c5335ae1044b692 Florida attorney general offers his response to brutal foul on Sophie Cunningham te 2026-08-09T11:50:07.487Z Florida attorney general offers his response to brutal foul on Sophie Cunningham One of the wildest moments of the WNBA season — which is saying a lot these days — came on Saturday between the Indiana Fever and the Chicago Sky. DiJonai Carrington of the Sky was handed a Flagrant 2 foul for appearing to clothesline the Fever's Sophie Cunningham. The incident has gotten people talking, with even the Florida attorney general chiming in. SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM SPEAKS OUT AGAINST DIJONAI CARRINGTON AFTER FLAGRANT FOUL AND 'WHITE PRIVILEGE' POST His take: a play like that would never happen in the Sunshine State. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier hopped on X after the incident and explained why there's not currently a WNBA club in the state. Well, if that's the case, I can see why the league has been hesitant to head down to Florida in recent years. Florida previously had two clubs, but the state has not been home to a WNBA franchise for over 20 years. The Orlando Miracle played in the league from 1999 to 2002, but relocated to Connecticut, where they currently play as the Connecticut Sun. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Farther south, the Miami Sol (yeah, technically that would be another team with the name "Sun") played from 2000 to 2002. We've reached out to the Florida Attorney General's office for comment but have yet to hear back. WNBA FACES DISCIPLINE DILEMMA AFTER CARRINGTON'S 'WHITE PRIVILEGE' POST TARGETING INDIANA FEVER Joking or not, there's no question that what we saw on Saturday was one doozy of a foul, no matter who was on the receiving end of it. But, in light of recent events, the fact that Cunningham was the target, and that Carrington has gotten into it before with Cunningham's Fever teammate Caitlin Clark, it's no surprise that the incident has gotten a lot of attention from all over the place. Including the Florida AG's office. It remains to be seen if Carrington will receive supplemental discipline for the foul, or for the controversial social media post accusing the Fever of benefiting from "white privilege" during the game. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7867162c5335ae1044b62b IN CHARTS: A visual breakdown of the Smithsonian's billion-dollar taxpayer-funded budget te 2026-08-09T11:40:06.835Z IN CHARTS: A visual breakdown of the Smithsonian's billion-dollar taxpayer-funded budget The Smithsonian has relied on more than $1 billion a year in taxpayer funding in recent years even as its leadership and exhibits face mounting scrutiny over DEI priorities and ideological portrayals of American history. The sprawling institution oversees 21 museums, the National Zoo and nearly 157 million objects and specimens, making it the world’s largest museum, education and research complex. President Donald Trump’s proposed budget reductions have made its federal funding a central pressure point in the administration's broader effort to reshape the taxpayer-supported institution. Since the White House released a July 2026 report accusing the Smithsonian Institution of advancing DEI and left-wing agendas, Fox News Digital has documented multiple examples. Most recently, the Smithsonian’s America 250 exhibit featured roughly three times as many items highlighting liberal figures and causes as conservative ones, prompting criticism that it presented an ideologically imbalanced account of American history. Other examples included the Smithsonian's promotion of a museum training guide that linked concepts such as objectivity and merit to "white dominant culture," a program the institution later apologized for after public backlash. Meanwhile, Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch III has faced scrutiny after saying DEI "must be at the center" of museum institutions, while receiving more than $4.4 million in salary and benefits from 2020 through 2024. TRUMP ORDERS SIGNS OUTSIDE SMITHSONIAN MUSEUM AMID ROW OVER ITS DEPICTION OF AMERICAN HISTORY The White House's proposed funding reduction follows a months-long, Trump-directed review that culminated in a 162-page White House report recommending sweeping reforms and additional executive action. Although the Smithsonian also receives private donations, grants and other funding sources, the institution has relied on more than $1 billion annually in taxpayer funds in recent years. With taxpayer dollars at stake, the institution's budget has become a central front in the Trump administration's broader debate over how the Smithsonian presents American history. TRUMP TARGETS BIDEN-ERA BILLION-DOLLAR SMITHSONIAN BUDGETS AMID ANTI-'WOKE' PUSH The charts below break down how the Smithsonian's federal funding has changed over time, where the money would go and which museums receive the largest share of taxpayer support. A Fox News Digital analysis of Smithsonian budget requests shows the institution sought increasingly larger federal appropriations during the Biden administration, with annual requests climbing from $960 million in fiscal 2019 to a record $1.24 billion in fiscal 2024. TRUMP V. SMITHSONIAN: A TIMELINE OF HOW THE WHITE HOUSE FIGHT OVER 'WOKE' HISTORY UNFOLDED After requesting more than $1 billion in fiscal year 2025, the Trump administration proposed budgets below that threshold for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, the first such requests since fiscal year 2020. While the overall budget has fluctuated over the years, the bulk of the Smithsonian's federal funding is dedicated to keeping the institution operating day to day. The Smithsonian's budget is less about new exhibits than keeping the institution running. Of the nearly $960 million federal budget request, a little more than $524 million funds the Smithsonian's day-to-day operations, including staff, security, facilities and technology. Another $310 million finances museum activity and research, while the rest supports building improvements, planning and oversight. Not all Smithsonian museums receive the same level of taxpayer support. The National Museum of Natural History tops the 2026 funding requests at $51 million, followed by the National Museum of the American Indian at nearly $35 million. Meanwhile, the National Zoo receives about $34 million in funding, while the National Museum of American History accounts for $27 million. With nearly $1 billion in proposed federal funding at stake, the Smithsonian has become more than just a network of museums. It is now a focal point in the broader fight over how American history is told and whether taxpayer dollars should support those narratives. The Smithsonian Institute did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7860122c5335ae1044afb8 Mountain getaway rocked by ‘latest chapter’ of deadly violence as officials avoid gang label in tourist town te 2026-08-09T11:10:10.211Z Mountain getaway rocked by ‘latest chapter’ of deadly violence as officials avoid gang label in tourist town Police in Asheville, North Carolina, say a downtown shooting that killed two people and wounded seven was a direct retaliatory act, though they have declined to call the violence gang-related in the Blue Ridge tourist town. The early-morning gunfire erupted July 19 near Biltmore Avenue and Short Coxe Avenue, an area near downtown businesses and nightlife. The Asheville Police Department (APD) said officers responded to the scene at about 2:20 a.m. and found multiple people suffering from gunshot wounds. Two people died at the scene despite life-saving efforts, while seven others were taken to Mission Hospital, authorities said. Detectives recovered numerous shell casings and identified what police described as a large crime scene. GUNMAN CHARGED AFTER WOUNDING 9 IN TUCSON NIGHTLIFE SHOOTING BEFORE COP TAKES HIM DOWN The department initially said evidence suggested the shooting may have been connected to an earlier gun violence incident. Days later, Interim Police Chief Jackie Stepp said investigators had determined it was "a direct retaliatory act" tied to a July 5 shooting at an apartment complex. Stepp said the deadly episode was the "latest chapter" in an ongoing pattern of retaliatory violence across the city. One person was shot in the July 5 incident, she said, and investigators made an arrest in that case. But the chief declined to classify the violence as gang-related at a community briefing on July 24, when reporters pressed her about whether the people involved belonged to rival gangs or families. "These are two groups of individuals," Stepp said at the briefing. She said the groups had ties because the people involved knew one another and had committed "ongoing retaliatory acts" against each other. ARREST OF GANG MEMBER CONVICTED OF MURDER PUTS DEM STATE'S SANCTUARY POLICIES ON BLAST Stepp said police had identified several persons of interest in the Biltmore Avenue case but were still working to locate and interview them. She also declined to discuss whether those shot were intended targets or to provide details about the connection between the July shootings, citing the active investigation. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS The chief said APD was coordinating with local, state and federal partners as it reviewed evidence and tracked upcoming events and large gatherings. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X Stepp later reportedly told ABC local station WLOS that gang activity exists in the city, though she maintained the recent shootings are "not traditional gang activity." At the community briefing, the question of whether the violence should be called gang-related resurfaced when a local pastor who identified himself as a gang-prevention facilitator told Mayor Esther Manheimer he had offered the city a prevention program since 2016. RALEIGH MAYOR CONSIDERS YOUTH CURFEW FOLLOWING TEEN TAKEOVER, VIOLENT JULY 4TH WEEKEND The pastor asked why the program had not been considered as a way to prevent gang violence. Manheimer said she had recently seen his email and wanted to learn more, but pointed to Buncombe County’s community safety and violence-prevention plan and the city’s existing prevention partnerships. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE "We’re always open to looking at other ideas," Manheimer said, adding that the city was seeking ways to expand and improve its response to community violence. SEND US A TIP Manheimer also argued that North Carolina’s loosening gun laws and limits on local gun regulations had made it harder for cities to address the problem. GOT A TIP? She said businesses have an increasing responsibility to prevent people from bringing guns into their establishments, though she said recent disputes often escalate after someone retrieves a weapon from a vehicle. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST A reporter asked Stepp about prior reporting that a Glock switch was involved. Stepp confirmed the discovery, saying police had recovered one and that "that’s what we saw here." She did not say whether it came from the shooting scene, a vehicle, a suspect or another piece of evidence. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL APD has asked anyone with information about the shooting to call 828-252-1110, submit an anonymous tip through the TIP2APD app or text TIP2APD to 847411. Fox News Digital has reached out to APD, Manheimer’s office and the pastor who raised the gang-prevention program for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7860112c5335ae1044afaf Dad sues after school allegedly won't say if biological males can use daughter's bathroom te 2026-08-09T11:10:09.510Z Dad sues after school allegedly won't say if biological males can use daughter's bathroom EXCLUSIVE: A North Carolina father is suing his children's school district after he says officials would not answer whether biological males could be permitted to use the same restrooms as his fourth-grade daughter. Brandon Matthews, whose daughter attends Mount Pleasant Elementary School, and whose son is entering his senior year at Mount Pleasant High School, asked both principals in May to notify him if a member of the opposite biological sex was permitted to use bathrooms or locker rooms used by his children. Matthews did not ask officials to identify any student, according to his federal lawsuit. But Matthews still doesn't know the answer, his attorney says. TRUMP ADMINISTRATION OPENS FOUR TITLE IX INVESTIGATIONS INTO MICHIGAN AND NORTH CAROLINA SCHOOL DISTRICTS "Brandon Matthews does not currently know whether a male is using his fourth grade daughter's bathroom," Nicholas Barry, senior counsel at America First Legal Foundation, told Fox News Digital. "And does he have a constitutional right to know that? We say 'yes,'" Barry said. "Without that information, he's just in the dark and... He really can't make any good decisions without that information." Matthews' concerns over the district's bathroom practices predate the lawsuit. At a May 11 school board meeting, Matthews appeared with his daughter and urged officials to keep boys and girls in separate bathrooms. "Nobody's targeting a child," Matthews told the board. "All we're asking is that the bathrooms are accessible to each gender. If they want that, then create a new bathroom." LOUDOUN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT ACCUSED OF FILMING STUDENTS IN BATHROOM UNDER INVESTIGATION WATCH: NORTH CAROLINA DAD CONFRONTS SCHOOL ON BATHROOM ACCESS: Matthews then turned to his daughter and asked her to address the board. "I'm personally a girl and I wouldn't want a boy following me in the girls bathroom," she said. "It's inappropriate." Matthews also used heated language during his remarks. He repeatedly warned officials that he could "get aggressive" and, while discussing protecting his daughter, said, "anytime somebody touches this little girl I'm gonna hang them from my garage." Less than three weeks later, Matthews put his concerns in writing. He asked his daughter's principal to notify him "in the event that any biological male is permitted to use the female restroom facilities" she uses. He made a similar request concerning his son's facilities. CHRISTIAN COUNSELORS CHALLENGE WISCONSIN CONVERSION THERAPY BAN AFTER SUPREME COURT RULING Both principals responded June 8, according to court filings. The elementary school principal said that "[b]ecause matters involving individual students are confidential," the school "cannot confirm, disclose, or provide advance notice regarding the status, identity, or accommodations of any particular student." The principal told Matthews that if he or his daughter became aware of a specific situation affecting her experience, they could contact the school to discuss his concerns. The high school principal sent a nearly identical response, according to the filing. Barry argues that didn't answer Matthews' question. "The explanation is fairly straightforward. They don't want to answer him," Barry told Fox News Digital. "Well, nobody asked for individual student information, so that's a non-answer," he added. VIRGINIA SCHOOL DISTRICT SUED OVER ALLEGED POLICY OF KEEPING STUDENTS' GENDER TRANSITIONS HIDDEN FROM PARENTS Matthews filed suit in the Middle District of North Carolina against the Cabarrus County Board of Education, Superintendent Dr. John Kopicki and the principals of his children's schools. America First Legal Foundation and co-counsel Philip Thomas are representing him. On Friday, Matthews also sought a preliminary injunction asking the court to require the district to disclose its policies governing sex-separated bathrooms and locker rooms and whether members of the opposite sex are permitted to access, or have accessed, facilities used by his children. Matthews, a practicing Christian, says in his sworn declaration that his religious beliefs include that sex is immutable and that his children should not be expected to undress or use restrooms in the presence of members of the opposite sex. The lawsuit does not allege that Matthews knows a biological male has used his daughter's bathroom. His attorneys argue that he cannot determine whether it has happened or is permitted to happen. Matthews said in a sworn declaration that he has been unable to locate a written, publicly available policy explaining when students at either of his children's schools may be expected to share restrooms or changing facilities with members of the opposite sex. TRUMP ADMIN TARGETS WOKE SCHOOLS ACCUSED OF HIDING STUDENTS' GENDER TRANSITIONS FROM PARENTS At an April 13 school board meeting, School Board attorney William Isenhour said "the district addresses the [bathroom and locker room] situation at each school on a case-by-case basis with the goal of addressing concerns of all students and their families," according to court filings. Fox News Digital sent Cabarrus County Schools detailed questions about the allegations, the district's bathroom policies, whether parents receive advance notice and its response to the lawsuit. Matthews says he ultimately seeks advance notice and a meaningful opportunity to opt his children out before they are expected or required to use intimate facilities in the presence of a member of the opposite sex. His preliminary-injunction motion asks the court, while the case proceeds, to require the district to disclose its policies and whether opposite-sex individuals are permitted to access, or have accessed, facilities used by his children. It also seeks notice when a member of the opposite sex "has been authorized to enter, or is expected to enter" a facility used by their child. Barry told Fox News Digital that a victory could have implications beyond Cabarrus County. "Yes, I think if we continue to push Mahmood forward and we start getting wins on it, schools around the country are going to have to start disclosing to parents what their policies are and providing parents the opportunity to opt out," Barry said. SJSU VOLLEYBALL SCANDAL PROBE FINDS TEAM ALLEGEDLY RECRUITED MALE FOR ADVANTAGE WITHOUT TELLING FEMALE PLAYERS "I do think as Mahmoud percolates out and as cases like this get decided, it's going to require that school districts provide notice and an opportunity to opt out to parents on this specific issue." That is Barry's interpretation of what a victory could require. The court has not yet ruled on Matthews' claims. Matthews' attorneys rely heavily on the Supreme Court's decision in Mahmoud v. Taylor, which involved parents seeking notice and an opportunity to opt their children out of certain LGBT classroom instruction on religious grounds. AFL argues that if parents are entitled to notice in that context, the same principle should apply to children sharing bathrooms, locker rooms or changing facilities with members of the opposite sex. Matthews alleges the district violated his rights under the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment and the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment. The case is America First Legal's second lawsuit against Cabarrus County Schools over sex-separated facilities. Its first lawsuit alleges female students at Cox Mill High School were required to share girls' restrooms, locker rooms and changing spaces with a biological male. Those allegations are separate from Matthews' case and do not establish that a biological male has used the restroom at his daughter's elementary school. Barry drew the same distinction in his interview with Fox News Digital. WASHINGTON MOTHER SAYS SHE FOUND ADULT MALE SHOWERING IN WOMEN'S LOCKER ROOM DURING CHILDREN'S SWIM MEET "The first lawsuit we filed, there are allegations that a male is using our three client females' restroom and locker rooms and changing spaces," Barry said. "Which is different than what we're doing here. Here, it's a straightforward attack on Cabarrus County Schools policy to get information about it and to know whether it's impacting our clients' daughter and son at school right now." Matthews' attorneys also stressed in their preliminary-injunction motion that he is seeking information and notice, not an order barring another student from a particular facility. "Plaintiff seeks only notice and information—he does not seek to prevent any student from using any facility," they wrote. Cabarrus County Schools did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7860102c5335ae1044afa6 Socialists rising in Colorado? Send in the Marines, GOP nominee says te 2026-08-09T11:10:08.864Z Socialists rising in Colorado? Send in the Marines, GOP nominee says Republican Colorado gubernatorial nominee and Marine veteran Victor Marx is assembling an all-Marine ticket that he says can bring the "steely spines" needed to combat a democratic socialist movement gaining ground in races around the country. "There’s never been a successful socialism program, and I’ll say socialism, it’s just a transitionary word for communism. Let’s just say it for what it is," said Marx in an interview with Fox News Digital. Marx won Colorado’s primary race in June, campaigning on public safety, social conservatism and cost of living. His victory came as the Democratic Party’s left flank scored a series of primary wins nationally, including in Colorado, where democratic socialist Melat Kiros upset longtime incumbent Rep. Diana DeGette. Colorado’s primary results were mixed overall, but Kiros’ victory extended a broader run of wins by progressive and democratic socialist candidates across the country. Marx’s answer to what he sees as socialism gaining ground nationally — and a leftward shift at home: Send in the Marines. He has tapped retired Marine Col. George Markert as his running mate, creating an all-Marine ticket that Marx says can bring military discipline and "steely spines" to Colorado government. EXPERT WHO FLED CUBA WARNS OF ‘VICIOUS CYCLE’ THAT WILL LEAD TO ‘COMMUNISTS IN DOUBLE DIGITS’ IN CONGRESS "People know what they’re going to get when they get Marines. We’ve got hard foreheads, steely spines. And high integrity," said Marx. Markert has spent more than 30 years in the Corps, including senior leadership assignments at U.S. Central Command and the 2nd and 4th Marine Logistics Groups. Markert transitioned into the private sector overseeing infrastructure-related field operations across North America. Marx, who is also the founder of All Things Possible Ministries, is pitching himself and his running mate as political outsiders, arguing that they have the discipline and accountability needed to take on a socialist movement. TOP WISCONSIN DEMOCRATIC SOCIALIST CANDIDATE CONFRONTED ON PAST 'DEFUND POLICE' RHETORIC Marx contrasted that approach with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), which he described as "organized, they’re well-funded, they are focused on reshaping Colorado from the top down." The DSA, which endorsed Kiros, supports the eventual abolition of police—a position that puts public safety at the center of the political divide. That debate comes as Colorado continues to grapple with crime rates well above national levels. In 2024, Colorado recorded about 476 violent crimes and 2,593 property crimes per 100,000 residents — roughly 28% and 41% higher, respectively, than the national rates calculated by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Statistics. DSA CO-CHAIR PUSHES BACK ON SOVIET UNION COMPARISONS, WANTS PRISONS TO BE 'LESS NECESSARY' "They're more focused on policing speech than protecting families. While residents are worried about crime, gang activity, state leaders are advancing this ideology with policies that threaten our free speech and punish people for the beliefs," said Marx. Marx took aim at his opponent, Colorado Democratic Attorney General Phil Weiser, arguing that increased government spending has not translated into better results for Coloradans. Weiser has repeatedly challenged the Trump administration in court as attorney general, including over Trump's efforts to restrict birthright citizenship and immigration-related policies. "[H]e hasn't made our state safer. It's softer on crime, and we've experienced it," Marx said. "So folks are ready for a change." Marx said government officials in Colorado are not delivering as "hardworking taxpayers" are "paying more while the government delivers less." "We're one election away. It's either me, or it's a Democrat. And I lay the DSA at the Democrats' feet. It didn't come through the Republican Party or Independents. It came through the Democrats," Marx said.  Fox News Digital reached out to Weiser for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7860102c5335ae1044af9d MAX LUCADO: The world is changing fast, but your faith does not have to break under pressure te 2026-08-09T11:10:08.187Z MAX LUCADO: The world is changing fast, but your faith does not have to break under pressure Do you ever have the sense that you are no match for the problems of our day? Alone and in a fight you didn’t want? On one side: you. Just you. On the other side: them. You have a list of "them" – problems, changes, offenses, bills, fears, questions, deadlines. More and more of them., GEORGE WASHINGTON'S REMARKABLE PRAYER FOR AMERICA STILL RESONATES 250 YEARS LATER You versus them. You are… outnumbered outpaced outdone outgunned outmaneuvered out there in the tempest all alone  The odds are against you. It’s 850 to 1. Those were the odds against Elijah. Who is this Old Testament man? And what in the world does his world have to do with you? More than you think. 'WE COULDN'T MAKE PAYROLL': DOUGHNUT SHOP OWNER ASKED GOD FOR HELP — WHAT HAPPENED NEXT STUNNED HIM His story is all about bad odds and odd gods. Their god is odd. The odds against him are bad. And Elijah is in the middle of it all.. His story is relevant because the challenges he faced are similar to yours. The ninth century B.C. was not a good era for the Jews. King after king was corrupt to the core. Less than a hundred years earlier, King Solomon had dedicated the glorious temple in Jerusalem. Some Jews were old enough to recall the golden era of faith. They were acquainted with the blessings of a God-centered culture. But over the course of a lifetime, the people drifted. By the time Elijah appeared on the scene, Israel was six decades and four kings deep in a cesspool of death and decadence. Ungodly idol worship. Unholy clergy. Unbridled evil. Untold sordid scandals. Sound like a good era in which to live? Sound like the era in which we live? I’ve never been sympathetic to comments about "the good ol’ days." I always dismissed such comments as romantic nostalgia. Not any longer. In a historical blink of an eye, we are shedding old beliefs and grasping for new ones. What was once unthinkable is acceptable today. The world around us is changing. Chaos. Anxiety. Exhaustion. Fear. The white-knuckling tumbles through this unpredictable life. ‘GREY’S ANATOMY’ STAR SARAH DREW REVEALS PASTOR FATHER’S ADVICE THAT TRANSFORMED HER LIFE You know them. Not because of a gymnasium of bad dudes who want you dead, but because of the economy. The threat of nuclear war. School shootings. The homeless camps in your city. The state of your country. It’s not just the bad news in the headlines that is weighing you down. It’s also the bad news at the doctor’s office, the home office, the school administrator’s office. You do your best to stay afloat, digging your oar first this way, then that. But currents pull and torrents fall, and sometimes you wonder if you’ll survive. Is it possible for a person of faith to have unbreakable courage in today’s world? Don’t think for a second that the worldview of a Christ follower mirrors that of a nonbeliever. We are living in a culture that has little interest in people living out their faith. But we are not without help. As much as any person in the Bible, Elijah affirms a positive answer to these questions: Can a person maintain faith in a world that has little? When a culture belittles belief, can a believer beget strength? Yes! His life urges us to take a page from the playbook of LeeAdianez Rodriguez-Espada. She was 12 years old when she signed up for a 5K race in Rochester, New York. Her mom dropped her off and then drove to a parking lot near the finish line. She expected to see her daughter in about an hour. LOST SERMONS FROM ONE OF CHRISTIANITY'S GREATEST SAINTS DISCOVERED AFTER 1,600 YEARS But an hour came and went, and there was no sign of her. Within a few moments, the mom began to panic. She contacted race organizers and police officers. Eventually, the 12-year-old was spotted. But she was not running in the 5K race. She was running a half-marathon! Here is what happened. The young girl arrived at the starting line just after the race began. She was at the back of the pack. She settled into a rhythm. Somewhere around mile four, she began to suspect a problem. The finish line was nowhere in sight. She asked a fellow runner to point out the end of the race. That’s when she realized her mistake. She was participating in the wrong event. The race was not five kilometers but 13.1 miles! CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION You and I have a lot in common with this young runner. The race is long—longer than we thought. The challenges are many—more than we ever imagined. The struggles are numerous—so numerous that we want to quit. Step off the course and give up. When our young friend realized her mistake, she chose to stay in the race. A police officer found her on the course of the Flower City Half Marathon. He told her that people were worried. The young runner said she couldn’t quit. The race was different from the one she’d planned and prepared for, but she wanted to finish it. She put one foot in front of the other until finally she put one foot over the finish line. That’s all God wants of us. We need not finish first or fast or without foibles or fumbles. We just need to finish. Do you feel as though it is you against the world? Not so, my friend. Outnumbered by foes and outdone by fear? Please reconsider. Surrounded by adversity? Perhaps. Yet, you are also encircled by divinity. With God’s help, you can live in these uncertain times with unbreakable courage. Immovable. Determined. Square-jawed and resolved. Like LeeAdianez. Like Elijah. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM MAX LUCADO Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a785b5f2c5335ae1044af21 Maricopa County Judge Strikes Down Fontes’ Proposed Ballot Language For Proposition 145 te 2026-08-09T10:50:07.968Z Maricopa County Judge Strikes Down Fontes’ Proposed Ballot Language For Proposition 145 By Ethan Faverino | A Maricopa County Superior Court judge has ruled that Secretary of State Adrian Fontes’ proposed ballot language for Proposition 145 violates Arizona law, blocking Fontes from using the language on the November ballot. The ruling came in a lawsuit filed by Arizona House Speaker Steve Montenegro (R-LD29) and Senate President Warren Petersen (R-LD14), who challenged the ballot language for the proposed constitutional amendment concerning Empowerment Scholarship Accounts (ESA) for children of military families. Montenegro and Petersen alleged that Fontes’ proposed language improperly characterized Proposition 145 by informing voters that approving the measure would also nullify Proposition 212, a separate ballot initiative that would make changes to Arizona’s ESA program. Petersen and Montenegro sought an injunction preventing Fontes from using the proposed descriptive title and “yes/no” language on the official ballot. Fontes’ proposed language stated that a “yes” vote would amend the Arizona Constitution to “nullify Proposition 212, which imposes spending and income limits” on ESAs. 🚨UPDATE: Court has spoken. We said we’d fight it. We did. We won. @AZHouseGOP 🇺🇸https://t.co/EOpkfDWS8c https://t.co/oSpeLxsMsZ — Steve Montenegro (@SteveMontenegro) August 7, 2026 Maricopa County Superior Court Judge David McDowell ruled that the language did not comply with A.R.S. § 19-125(D), which requires ballot descriptions to explain the effect a measure would have on existing law. “The reference to Proposition 212 in the title and the ‘yes/no’ language is not a reference to existing law,” McDowell wrote in his ruling. Because Proposition 212 is a proposed initiative that voters will consider in November, rather than an existing law, McDowell determined that Fontes could not include a reference to its potential nullification in the official ballot language for Proposition 145. The court therefore enjoined the Secretary of State from using the proposed title and “yes/no” language for Proposition 145 on the official ballot. Ethan Faverino is a reporter for AZ Free News. You can send him news tips using this link. The post Maricopa County Judge Strikes Down Fontes’ Proposed Ballot Language For Proposition 145 first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7859022c5335ae1044aecc A Democrat Sounds the Alarm on Christian Nationalism in Congress te 2026-08-09T10:40:02.993Z A Democrat Sounds the Alarm on Christian Nationalism in Congress Representative Jared Huffman of California, the only self-declared “humanist” in Congress, writes in a new book that the separation of church and state is in grave danger. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7852002c5335ae1044ae16 EXCLUSIVE: Talarico caught on tape giggling about his church housing illegal immigrants set for deportation te 2026-08-09T10:10:08.570Z EXCLUSIVE: Talarico caught on tape giggling about his church housing illegal immigrants set for deportation EXCLUSIVE: Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico bragged in a resurfaced interview that his church had stirred controversy by housing a family of illegal immigrants who were set to be deported by ICE, laughing as he said that "Christianity is just another word for causing trouble." Talarico, a Presbyterian seminarian who serves as a Democratic state representative, is running against Republican Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for a Senate seat that is critical to both parties. In a resurfaced clip of Talarico speaking on Texas Impact's "Weekly Witness" show in June 2023, he credited his faith for "why I am in politics." Asked how his faith influences his politics, Talarico pointed to examples of his church advancing progressive causes, saying, "Justice is just love out in public." "Our church was really active in LGBTQ rights in the 90’s, we caught some attention by letting an atheist join our church in the 2000’s, and then in the 2010’s again stirred some controversy by housing an undocumented family, a mother and son, who were close to being deported by ICE," he said. "That was the tradition that I was brought up in. It’s what led me to teach public school students on the west side of San Antonio, led me to run an education nonprofit and then led me to run for office." TEXAS DEM NOMINEE JAMES TALARICO INVOKES FAITH TO DEFEND ABORTION RIGHTS, ‘THE BIBLE IS SILENT ON ABORTION' "And so, again," he continued, "this idea that Christianity is just another word for causing trouble." During the same interview, Talarico decried what he referred to as "Christo-fascism" and the religious right, which he accused of seeking to subvert democracy by forcing a "certain type of Christianity." Asked for specific examples of Christo-fascism in Texas, he pointed to a law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments, another allowing schools to replace guidance counselors with chaplains, and the state’s school voucher program. He also pointed to laws banning sex-change surgeries and treatments for children and Texas’ abortion ban. "All these ideologies stem from this Christo-fascism movement, which, essentially, like I said, is just using faith to exercise raw political, social and economic power," said Talarico. "I think it's dangerous to all of us, but particularly to those who are marginalized and oppressed in our state." SOCIALIST HOUSE NOMINEE'S RADICAL LAW-AND-ORDER VISION: 'WHAT ARE ILLEGALS?' The resurfaced clip has drawn criticism from Republicans. Republican National Committee spokesman Zach Kraft told Fox News Digital that "despite looking like a loser, Talarico is a dangerous man." "He has dedicated his life to helping illegals by dismantling border security, defunding police, and abolishing prisons to turn Texas into a paradise for cartels and criminals," said Kraft. JT Ennis, a spokesperson for Talarico's campaign, responded by telling Fox News Digital that "James is a Christian seminarian who’s dedicated his life to the teachings of Jesus Christ — fighting religious and political corruption when he sees it because there’s nothing Christ-like about powerful people twisting the teachings of Jesus to justify hate, violence, and greed. While billionaire-bought politicians like Ken Paxton attack James for his faith — he will continue encouraging Texans across the political spectrum to come together by loving their neighbors as themselves." Ennis said that the RNC's "attacks are flat out lies." "James opposes defunding the police and supports stronger border security and immigration enforcement — it’s why he’s voted to send billions of dollars to support law enforcement, called for more border patrol agents, and has said we should be arresting and deporting violent criminals and human traffickers — not moms and babies," said Ennis. "On the other hand, Ken Paxton's fellow Republicans have blasted his record of abusing his office to benefit his wealthy donors and the well-connected, allowing criminals back on the street even as it made Texans less safe." The Democratic National Committee did not respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Despite Republican efforts to highlight his history of controversial statements, including saying that "God is nonbinary" and that there are six sexes, Talarico leads Paxton in a recent Fox News poll. Republicans, including Paxton, argue that Talarico's progressive record will eventually hurt him politically. DEM’S STUNNING IDEAL STANDARD FOR IMMIGRATION DETENTION CONDITIONS RESURFACES AMID TEXAS SENATE BID Madison Cercy, a spokeswoman for Paxton's campaign, commented on the resurfaced video, telling Fox News Digital that "In Talarico’s form of Christianity, you must be trans, you can’t support the oil and gas industry, you must support late-term abortions, and you have to let in every criminal illegal immigrant seeking asylum." "James Talarico hates Christianity, and he’s said it," added Cercy. "The only form of Christianity Talarico practices is one that sacrifices children at the altar of the radical trans movement and most Texans would agree." SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER Paxton told Fox News Digital after a rally in Houston earlier this week that Talarico’s lead is "not surprising" given "we were three months behind" after his primary runoff against incumbent Sen. John Cornyn. "We're still three months out," Paxton continued. "And I know that when we put our resources together, when we get there, we will be able to highlight things and once the voters know the real James Talarico, not the fake one that's running right now … people will get to decide for themselves." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7851ff2c5335ae1044ae0d Nancy Guthrie ransom notes may be fake as renowned profiler says case looks more like burglary gone wrong te 2026-08-09T10:10:07.980Z Nancy Guthrie ransom notes may be fake as renowned profiler says case looks more like burglary gone wrong The two letters purported to be connected to Nancy Guthrie's suspected abduction leave investigators with questions about their authenticity, but forensic psychologist Dr. Kris Mohandie says investigators made the right call by releasing them because doing so could renew public interest and generate new leads. "I don't think the ransom note is legit, and I don't think that that letter days later is legitimate — but I think it's appropriate for law enforcement to investigate it just in case it might be," he told Fox News Digital. "A good investigation keeps an open mind," he said. "It really does." NANCY GUTHRIE RANSOM NOTES DON'T MATCH SUSPECT'S BEHAVIOR, PROFILER SAYS: 'I DON'T BELIEVE THEY'RE REAL' Some investigators said they were confident that the ransom demands are all bogus, while others are cautious about reaching that conclusion while Guthrie's whereabouts remain unknown, federal law enforcement sources told Fox News and Fox News Digital last month. Early in the case, they appeared to have taken them seriously, with Heith Janke, then the special agent in charge of the FBI’s Phoenix field office, sitting down with Guthrie’s adult children, including "Today" co-host Savannah Guthrie, to record a video response to the first note. Mohandie also cautioned against treating crime scene details in the first letter as proof its author was involved. Those include references to Guthrie's Apple Watch and a broken floodlight. "I don't make much out of those two details," he said. "They seem to be details that inadvertently could have gotten to somebody, and so that's not enough for me to say, this is something only the killer would know." NANCY GUTHRIE RANSOM NOTES RELEASE FOLLOWS UNABOMBER ‘PRECEDENT' THAT CRACKED CASE, EXPERT SAYS Mohandie said the letters also point to an author who appears comfortable with technology, citing references to Bitcoin, email communication and the unusual demand for "$4 million USD" — details he said could help identify whoever wrote the letters, whether they prove to be genuine or a hoax. "I certainly question the legitimacy of the so-called ransom note in which the individual is sending it to a news outlet, saying this will be a ransom, so on and so forth, talks about we and then breaks into I in terms of pronouns," Mohandie told Fox News Digital. "There are a lot of things wrong with that ransom note, and it raised a lot of questions for me of veracity." FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X Mohandie said he also has doubts about the second letter, which claimed Guthrie had "perished" days after the alleged kidnapping. While he said investigators are right to pursue every credible lead, he questioned whether a kidnapper would risk exposing themselves again with an apology or use the word "perished" in place of more common terms. JUDGE ORDERS NANCY GUTHRIE RANSOM IMPOSTER INTO INPATIENT TREATMENT BEFORE SENTENCING "I understand why law enforcement needs to investigate these as potential leads, and it is a strategy that has worked," he said. "You look at Ted Kaczynski and putting that out there on the Unabomber case is what led to it being resolved. So they need to put that out there. Maybe somebody does recognize something unique in these writings." SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST TRUE CRIME NEWS Even if the notes are hoaxes, investigators are looking to identify the sender and potentially bring criminal charges, as they did in the case of Derrick Callella, who sent "imposter" ransom demands to the Guthrie family in early February and has already pleaded guilty. However, he added, "the devil is usually in the details." And while much of the contents of the notes have been publicly known for months, the grammar and punctuation were only available to a select few before the Pima County Sheriff's Department made them public Friday, July 31. PIMA COUNTY SHERIFF ISSUES ALERT FOR KIDNAPPING SUSPECT LESS THAN 10 MILES FROM NANCY GUTHRIE'S HOME Mohandie said the surveillance footage released by investigators remains the most significant publicly known piece of evidence, adding that it appears more consistent with a burglary or home invasion than a sophisticated kidnapping plot. GOT A TIP? "Unfortunately, I think this case is a simple matter of a burglary gone wrong and then attempts to cover things up," Mohandie said. "But that's a hypothesis and good investigators are investigating all hypotheses and following leads, and I think they're doing their job here." LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST The only known suspect, the man who appears in the Nest doorbell video, remains unidentified. According to the FBI, he is roughly 5 feet, 9 inches to 5 feet, 10 inches tall with an average build. He was carrying a black Ozark Trail backpack. Anyone with information is asked to dial 1-800-CALL-FBI or, to remain anonymous, call 520-88-CRIME. The sum of all rewards in the case is over $1.2 million — none of which has been claimed. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7851ff2c5335ae1044ae04 American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on family fun and medical marvels te 2026-08-09T10:10:07.264Z American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on family fun and medical marvels 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 family fun, medical marvels — and a 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/6a784d4e2c5335ae1044abec Michigan military exercise preparing thousands of troops for changing battlefield te 2026-08-09T09:50:06.880Z Michigan military exercise preparing thousands of troops for changing battlefield Tanks fire across training grounds in northern Michigan as thousands of service members practice for a battlefield military leaders say is changing rapidly. More than 9,000 participants from 36 states and territories and five international participants are taking part in Northern Strike 26-2, one of the nation's largest reserve-component military readiness exercises. Northern Strike began in 2012 and is held twice a year. David Kennedy, a public affairs officer with the Michigan National Guard, said this summer’s exercise is the largest since it began. Brig. Gen. Ravindra Wagh of the Michigan National Guard said lessons emerging from conflicts around the world are shaping how troops train. US SAYS NORTH KOREA MISSILE LAUNCH POSES NO IMMEDIATE THREAT, 'CONSULTING CLOSELY' WITH ALLIES "You see what's happening in Ukraine right now. You see what's happening globally with some of our other emerging conflicts that you see," Wagh said. "And I think that this is a place where you can test and innovate." Northern Michigan gives troops access to more than 200,000 acres of land, the Great Lakes and air, space and cyber capabilities. The exercise also brings together different military branches and international forces to practice operating alongside one another. "We want to train with the allies and partners we're going to go to war with," Wagh said. "We want our soldiers, sailors, airmen, marines to see it here. Figure it out here." Fox News followed troops from the United Kingdom as they moved through a practice attack, one of several combat training exercises taking place during Northern Strike. During another exercise, a crew inside a Paladin howitzer rehearsed a fire mission before moving on to live-fire training. US ARMY OFFERING DEFENSE FIRMS 'CONCIERGE ACCESS' TO TEST WEAPONS AT MILITARY RANGES Preparing for combat involves more than the troops on the front line. Northern Strike also puts the units responsible for keeping them supplied and supported through the same kind of training. That includes the 445th Quartermaster Company, which runs shower and laundry operations. "Our main goal is to provide, I would say, logistical support and really strengthen the morale of the soldiers that are out there actually doing the big booms in combat," Company Commander Captain Kelson said. For Pfc. William Flores, whose unit is from Trenton, New Jersey, the exercise offers a chance to practice before a potential deployment. "This is like a practice run," Flores said. "So when we do get deployed, if we do get deployed, we are ready." Technology is also changing the training. Nearly 90 industry partners are participating in Northern Strike, according to Wagh, allowing troops to work with developing capabilities before potentially encountering them in conflict. Those capabilities include autonomous resupply and drones used to deliver blood by air. Other drone systems can hover over a battlefield, assess casualties and relay information so medical resources can be directed where they are needed. FORT HOOD SOLDIERS SHIFT TO UNDERGROUND TRAINING TO PREPARE FOR BATTLEFIELD MEDICAL CARE 3D printing is also being incorporated to produce parts and adapt capabilities. "If you would have told me a few years ago, that'll be, you know, on the front lines, but we're doing it here," Wagh said. Wagh said the speed of change is forcing the military to innovate more quickly and use exercises like Northern Strike to test those lessons before troops encounter them in combat. "I hope they're a little bit better, a little bit more capable," Wagh said. "We want all of our units to have a higher, more capable state of readiness." Northern Strike 26-2 continues through Aug. 14. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7846462c5335ae1044ab26 Teen accused of killing 10-year-old cousin Lily Peters may avoid November trial after new hearing scheduled te 2026-08-09T09:20:06.700Z Teen accused of killing 10-year-old cousin Lily Peters may avoid November trial after new hearing scheduled The Wisconsin teenager accused of killing his 10-year-old cousin, Lily Peters, in 2022 may not face a November trial after a resolution hearing was scheduled in the case. More than four years after Lily's death, Carson Peters-Berger, 18, had been expected to stand trial in November on multiple charges, including first-degree intentional homicide and sexual assault, in connection with his cousin's death. The Chippewa County District Attorney's Office announced that a resolution hearing has been scheduled for Aug. 26, according to WEAU. NEW HAMPSHIRE SUPREME COURT OVERTURNS ADAM MONTGOMERY'S MURDER CONVICTION IN DAUGHTER HARMONY'S DEATH Chippewa County District Attorney Wade Newell told the outlet that the scheduled resolution means the case will not go to trial and will instead conclude following the hearing. However, Peters-Berger's defense attorney, Michael Cohen, told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel that the proceeding will "address issues in the case that will determine whether there will be a trial." Court records do not yet indicate the nature of the resolution expected to be presented during the hearing later this month. Lily was reported missing by her father on the evening of April 24, 2022, after she failed to return home from her aunt's house. WASHINGTON FATHER ARRESTED AFTER ALLEGEDLY KILLING 4-YEAR-OLD SON AND BURYING BODY UNDER HIS HOUSE: REPORTS Her father later found Lily's bicycle in a wooded area in Chippewa Falls, but an initial search by police did not locate her. Authorities were notified the following morning that Lily's body had been found near the area where her bicycle was discovered. Investigators said her injuries were consistent with blunt force trauma, according to the criminal complaint. During an interview with police, Peters-Berger, who was 14 at the time, allegedly said he asked Lily to "go exploring off the trail." According to the complaint, Peters-Berger allegedly "punched [Lily] in the stomach, knocking her to the ground" and struck her with a stick while they were in the woods. TODDLER'S TRAGIC DEATH SPARKS MANSLAUGHTER CHARGES AFTER ALLEGED POISONING Peters-Berger also allegedly told investigators that he strangled Lily and attempted to sexually assault her after her death, according to the complaint. Afterward, Peters-Berger allegedly returned home, where "he showered and put his dirty clothes in the laundry," according to the complaint. After learning Lily had been reported missing, Peters-Berger allegedly determined that "he needed to hide her better" and returned to her body, dragged her several feet and covered her with leaves, according to the complaint. Peters-Berger was charged with first-degree intentional homicide, first-degree sexual assault and first-degree sexual assault of a child under age 13 resulting in great bodily harm. He faces life in prison if convicted of the most serious charge. Fox News Digital has reached out to the Chippewa County District Attorney's Office and Peters-Berger's defense attorney for additional comment. Fox News Digital's Adam Sabes contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7846462c5335ae1044ab1d Two dead, including infant, after boat capsizes in New York Harbor; 12 rescued te 2026-08-09T09:20:06.076Z Two dead, including infant, after boat capsizes in New York Harbor; 12 rescued Two people, including an infant, died after a boat capsized near Liberty Island in New York Harbor on Saturday night, authorities said. The NYPD told Fox News Digital that officers responded to a report of an overturned vessel in the vicinity of Liberty Island at around 10:25 p.m. Twelve people were rescued from the water before police arrived, according to authorities. An adult female and an infant were later located in the water by NYPD divers. Both were transported to NYU Langone Hospital in Brooklyn in critical condition, where they were later pronounced dead. Their identities have not been released. DRUNK REPEAT OFFENDER CALLED A 'TICKING TIME-BOMB' BEFORE 80-MPH BOATING COLLISION KILLED WOMAN: PROSECUTORS Police said some of the other passengers were also transported to the hospital and are believed to be in stable condition. The cause of the capsizing remains under investigation. Police said no arrests have been made in connection with the incident. A police source told Fox News Digital that the vessel was a 22-foot bowrider. The NYPD's Harbor Unit, Scuba Team and Aviation Unit responded to the scene along with the U.S. Coast Guard. This is a developing story; check back for updates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7843ef2c5335ae1044aace A Democratic Socialist Spreads the Word, Even in Hostile Territory te 2026-08-09T09:10:07.268Z A Democratic Socialist Spreads the Word, Even in Hostile Territory Gustavo Gordillo, a leader of the New York D.S.A., wants to reach new voters. But in interviews with conservative media, the backlash can be sharp. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7843ee2c5335ae1044aac5 Poll: Voters See Political Parties as More Extreme Than Their Own Candidates te 2026-08-09T09:10:06.512Z Poll: Voters See Political Parties as More Extreme Than Their Own Candidates In a New York Times/Siena poll of battleground states, national parties were seen as too far to the right or the left, while nominees were viewed as more moderate. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7843ed2c5335ae1044aabc The ‘Furthur’ Bus’s Long, Strange Trip, and Why It’s Returning to San Francisco te 2026-08-09T09:10:05.668Z The ‘Furthur’ Bus’s Long, Strange Trip, and Why It’s Returning to San Francisco The psychedelic bus whose passengers hit the road and fueled ’60s counterculture is coming back out. And to its owners, America sure could use it. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7843ec2c5335ae1044aab3 A Democrat Sounds the Alarm on Christian Nationalism in Congress te 2026-08-09T09:10:04.613Z A Democrat Sounds the Alarm on Christian Nationalism in Congress Representative Jared Huffman of California, the only self-declared “humanist” in Congress, writes in a new book that the separation of church and state is in grave danger. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7843eb2c5335ae1044aaaa In Michigan, a Former Trump Critic Shifts Toward Election Skepticism te 2026-08-09T09:10:03.452Z In Michigan, a Former Trump Critic Shifts Toward Election Skepticism Mike Rogers, the Republican Senate nominee, has suggested that further scrutiny of the 2020 election was warranted and that voting irregularities sunk his first Senate bid two years ago. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7835e02c5335ae1044a957 WATCH: Dems stand by Maine nominee hit with report he fathered children with his second cousin te 2026-08-09T08:10:08.813Z WATCH: Dems stand by Maine nominee hit with report he fathered children with his second cousin Democratic senators are still backing Maine Senate nominee Troy Jackson, who replaced former candidate Graham Platner on the ballot, after the latest allegations threaten to yet again shake up the race for U.S. Senate in the Pine Tree State. Platner, following a series of scandals culminating in sexual misconduct claims, was forced to drop out ahead of the Democratic primary to take on Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, earlier this summer. But now, a bombshell report claims Platner's replacement fathered two children with his second cousin. The recent report wasn’t enough to turn lawmakers against Jackson, with most stressing the necessity for Democrats to win swing state races in order to win back a majority in the upper chamber — not an easy feat in Maine where Collins, a moderate, has represented the state in the Senate since 1997. Maine's other senator, independent Angus King, said: "I have no idea what you’re talking about and I’m not going to comment on it anyway." Every senator that Fox News Digital spoke with on the issue this week denied having knowledge of the report. "I don't know anything about that, but what I do know is that we have got to elect Democrats up and down the ballot," Sen. Angela Alsobrooks, D-Md., told Fox News Digital. "I haven’t heard of these reports," Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., echoed. "Troy Jackson is somebody who's obviously in this fight for working people." Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., ignored the crux of the question. "I think it's super important that we win that seat so that we can put an end to the wild cost increases and rampant corruption that the Senate right now is indulging," he said. INTERNET ERUPTS OVER REPORT THAT PLATNER'S REPLACEMENT IN KEY SENATE RACE FATHERED CHILDREN WITH SECOND COUSIN The Maine Wire editor Steven Robinson first reported last week that Jackson shares two children with his second cousin, Lana Pelletier. In posting the genealogical findings, the independent journalist claimed Pelletier's father is a cousin of Jackson's mother. The report made waves after Jackson received 94% of the 601 delegate votes in the process this summer to replace Platner, who dropped out of the race after a rape allegation finally forced his Democrat allies to turn against him. Platner denied the claim, among others made against him, but ultimately it was the nail in the coffin that resulted in him ending his bid for U.S. Senate before the deadline for Democrats to get a new candidate on the Maine primary ballot. Without directly denying the report, Jackson's campaign said in a previous statement to Fox News Digital that it was an attack comping from the Collins camp. "Susan Collins will do anything to distract from the fact that she votes with Trump 96% of the time and has sold out working people in Maine. Personal attacks on Troy's family are shameful and desperate," the statement read. Jackson's campaign did not respond to Fox News Digital's request for additional comment on the reporting. MAINE DEM IN HOT SEAT FOR CHAMPIONING POPULAR VOTE DESPITE CLINCHING SENATE BID WITHOUT IT "Haven’t seen it," Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Ga., said when asked on Capitol Hill about the reports. Ossoff initially avoided saying whether he'd back Jackson. Instead, he pointed to Michigan’s Democratic race, which the far-left progressive Abdul El-Sayed won on Wednesday, before addressing his support for Jackson. "I’m supporting our nominee in Michigan," Ossoff replied when asked if he will be endorsing Jackson. "In Maine, we'll see who wins." Many senators credited their support for Jackson and other Democrat candidates running for office as a broader effort to target Republicans and their agendas — both within the Donald Trump administration and in Congress. "We have a president who today, again, has no strategic plan about getting us out of that war in Iran, where our children are dying on the battlefield while his are getting rich," Alsobrooks said. A recent Fox News Poll found that 56% of voters oppose U.S. military action against Iran, with 40% strongly opposing the war, indicating the ongoing conflict might play a role in how voters show up at in November. 2026 MIDTERMS STATE OF PLAY: KEY RACES UNFOLD AS STEVENS, EL-SAYED BATTLE IN MICHIGAN Alsobrooks said she is supporting the Democratic nominee "in every single state," again indirectly backing Jackson, to ensure her party takes back the majority in Congress. "I'm supporting whoever the nominee, in every single state, the Democratic nominee," Alsobrooks said. "We are going to have to take back the House and take back the Senate as well so that we can bring down the cost of living, get people healthcare again." "That is what is important right now to the American people, and that's what we're looking for." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7835dd2c5335ae1044a945 Judge weighs circulator challenges in voucher ballot fight te 2026-08-09T08:10:05.503Z Judge weighs circulator challenges in voucher ballot fight PHOENIX -- Whether a voucher reform measure heads to voters could turn on whether a judge finds certain petition circulators legally competent and qualified to collect signatures. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a782edb2c5335ae1044a7d4 Ciscomani Praises ‘Once-In-A-Generation’ Investments In Arizona Mining Industry te 2026-08-09T07:40:11.184Z Ciscomani Praises ‘Once-In-A-Generation’ Investments In Arizona Mining Industry By Ethan Faverino | Congressman Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ-06) applauded two major announcements he said further solidify Arizona’s position as a national leader in copper production and critical minerals. The announcements include a $1 billion investment in the Ivanhoe Santa Cruz Copper Project near Casa Grande and $180 million in grants to strengthen mining education programs, including at the University of Arizona. MAJOR MINING WINS for #AZ06! ✅$1 BILLION for the Santa Cruz Copper Project. ✅$180 MILLION to strengthen mining education, including at @uarizona. Arizona has the resources, workforce, and expertise to lead America’s mining future 🇺🇸 ⛏️ pic.twitter.com/lDPDKuWmtv — Congressman Juan Ciscomani (@RepCiscomani) August 7, 2026 Arizona is home to some of the world’s largest copper deposits, as well as an abundance of other critical minerals essential to the nation’s energy, manufacturing, defense, and technology sectors. The University of Arizona is consistently ranked among the nation’s top mining engineering programs and reports a 100% job placement rate for its graduates, helping prepare the workforce needed to meet growing demand for domestic mining and mineral production. Two Arizona mining and eduction leaders attended the announcements at the White House and praised the investments. Kray Luxbacher, Executive Director and Head of the School of Mining Engineering & Mineral Resources at the University of Arizona, highlighted the significance of the investment in mining eduction. “This was a historic investment in American mining engineering schools, and we’re really grateful, said Luxbacher. “I also want to say thank you for what you’ve already done toward accelerating permitting for mining in the United States. It’s really been unbelievable.” Proud to see Kray Luxbacher representing the University of Arizona's world-class mining program at the White House today! UofA's leadership in mining education is second to none and today's federal investment in developing the workforce will power America's future. Thank you,… https://t.co/qvLJt1BQar — Congressman Juan Ciscomani (@RepCiscomani) August 7, 2026 Vicky Peacey, President and General Manager of Resolution Copper, also praised the administration’s efforts to revitalize the domestic mining industry. “Mr. President, you have brought mining back to America, single-handedly,” said Peacey. Vicky Peacey, President and General Manager of Resolution Copper: "Mr. President, you have brought mining back to America, single-handedly." https://t.co/pMhGEGNnQ5 pic.twitter.com/H0lTmihFYZ — Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) August 7, 2026 Ciscomani called the announcements a landmark investment in Arizona’s mining industry and workforce. “From a $1 billion investment in the Santa Cruz Copper Project to $180 million to strengthen mining education, including at the University of Arizona, these are major wins for Arizona,” said Congressman Ciscomani. “Arizona is leading America’s effort to produce the critical minerals our economy and national security depend on.” “These once-in-a-generation investments by President Trump and the administration will create good-paying mining jobs, strengthen our workforce, and train the next generation of miners and engineers right here in Arizona,” added Ciscomani. “I am proud to see Arizona’s local leaders Vicky and Kray at the table. They are leaders in this industry and this is a transformational moment for Arizona and America’s mining future.” Ciscomani has made strengthening America’s domestic critical materials supply chain a legislative priority. He championed the Critical Mineral Consistency Act (H.R. 755), legislation designed to align the Department of Energy’s and U.S. Geological Survey’s separate lists of critical minerals and materials, making copper a critical mineral. The legislation would establish a more consistent federal framework for identifying critical minerals, with the goal of reducing regulatory uncertainty, streamlining permitting, attracting investments, and accelerating domestic mining and processing projects. For Arizona, the legislation could help facilitate the development of copper projects by ensuring federal agencies use consistent standards when determining which minerals qualify as critical. Ethan Faverino is a reporter for AZ Free News. You can send him news tips using this link. The post Ciscomani Praises ‘Once-In-A-Generation’ Investments In Arizona Mining Industry first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a782ed92c5335ae1044a7cb Biggs Helps Secure $25 Million Arizona Facility To Combat New World Screwworm te 2026-08-09T07:40:09.515Z Biggs Helps Secure $25 Million Arizona Facility To Combat New World Screwworm By Staff Reporter | Arizona will be home to a new facility to combat screwworms following intervention by Republican Rep. Andy Biggs (AZ-05).  Brooke Rollins, the secretary of the Department of Agriculture (USDA), announced the new sterile fly dispersal facility at the Douglas Port of Entry last week. The facility will target the burgeoning threat of the New World screwworm, which feed on the living tissue of warm-blooded animals.  The USDA pledged a $25 million investment toward the new facility as part of preparedness measures to reopen the port to livestock trade later this month. The facility will also benefit from existing investments from Texas, Mexico, and Panama. Biggs predicted in a press release that the new facility would further improve the already significant decline in New World screwworm cases over the past year.  “Arizona is leading the way in prevention efforts, and I am grateful that this administration answered my call for assistance,” said Biggs. “I know how hard our state’s ranchers and farmers work for America’s economy and supply chain, which is why I’m doing all I can to protect their cattle.”  The USDA and the Arizona Department of Agriculture will determine the location and operational plan for the facility. The USDA estimated that construction of the facility “could be completed in as little as several months.”  According to the USDA, over the last year its Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has worked alongside Arizona officials to trap and submit approximately 1,000 flies for testing — none of which were identified as the New World screwworm.   The southern livestock ports are slated for coordinated, phased reopening contingent upon Mexico’s continued adherence to the administration’s Joint Action Plan to combat the New World screwworm. The USDA selected the Douglas Port of Entry as the first to reopen due to the reported strength of livestock in adjacent Sonora, Mexico, and the port’s ability to implement enhanced inspection protocols.  The USDA announced the first confirmed case of New World screwworm in early June. Days afterwards, Biggs led fellow congressmen Abraham Hamadeh (AZ-08), Eli Crane (AZ-02), Paul Gosar (AZ-09), and Juan Ciscomani (AZ-04) in a letter advising Rollins that Arizona was uniquely positioned to assist USDA response efforts in combatting the burgeoning screwworm threat. In that letter, the congressmen identified the state’s historic Douglas sterile fly facility site and scientific capabilities within the University of Arizona and the Arizona Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory.  “[The site] remains a strategically valuable location for future production capacity and strengthens Arizona’s ability to support national containment efforts,” stated the congressmen. “The state’s border access, transportation networks, livestock expertise, and university-led research efforts position Arizona to complement USDA’s ongoing investments and make our state an essential partner in preventing an outbreak, safeguarding producers, and strengthening long-term regional stability before this pest can take hold on American soil.”  According to Cochise County officials, a city librarian with the Douglas Public Library, Margaret White, uncovered records earlier this year revealing that Cochise County had helped uncover the sterile insect technique that ultimately eradicated the New World screwworm from the 1960s through the 1980s.  AZ Free News is your #1 source for Arizona news and politics. You can send us news tips using this link. The post Biggs Helps Secure $25 Million Arizona Facility To Combat New World Screwworm first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7827d22c5335ae1044a6f9 Lake Havasu City plans Aug. 28 career fair for municipal jobs te 2026-08-09T07:10:10.532Z Lake Havasu City plans Aug. 28 career fair for municipal jobs Lake Havasu City will open the doors to prospective employees Aug. 28 with an all-day career fair highlighting jobs across city government. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7827d12c5335ae1044a6f0 Havasu man runs from police, faces resisting arrest and littering charges te 2026-08-09T07:10:09.717Z Havasu man runs from police, faces resisting arrest and littering charges A wanted Lake Havasu City man allegedly bolted from police, leading officers on a foot chase before surrendering with his hands up. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7827d02c5335ae1044a6e7 Lake Havasu City man accused of punching victim over $50 in lottery tickets te 2026-08-09T07:10:08.855Z Lake Havasu City man accused of punching victim over $50 in lottery tickets A dispute over $50 in lottery tickets ended with a man repeatedly punched in the face, according to police. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7827cf2c5335ae1044a6de Lake Havasu City woman cited on animal cruelty charges after cats found in hoarding conditions te 2026-08-09T07:10:07.906Z Lake Havasu City woman cited on animal cruelty charges after cats found in hoarding conditions A Lake Havasu City woman faces animal cruelty charges after authorities investigated reports of cats living in hoarding conditions. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7827ce2c5335ae1044a6d5 Mohave County seeks new home for historic General Store te 2026-08-09T07:10:06.673Z Mohave County seeks new home for historic General Store Mohave County is looking for a new steward for a historic General Store building at Davis Camp Park, seeking proposals from those willing to relocate and repurpose the structure. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7827cc2c5335ae1044a6cc Mohave County supervisors to take next step toward Bullhead City airport takeover te 2026-08-09T07:10:04.941Z Mohave County supervisors to take next step toward Bullhead City airport takeover KINGMAN — Mohave County supervisors will hold a special meeting Tuesday to take the next step toward seizing control of Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport from the authority that now operates it. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7817692c5335ae1044a54c Hawaii contractor nominated to construct GOP comeback after two-decade Democratic hold on governor's mansion te 2026-08-09T06:00:09.222Z Hawaii contractor nominated to construct GOP comeback after two-decade Democratic hold on governor's mansion Gary Cordery, who owns a contracting company, won the Republican nomination for Hawaii governor after defeating business owner Ken Fujiyama in Saturday's primary. He is now set to face Democratic Gov. Josh Green in November in a race that heavily favors the incumbent. The Cook Political Report rates the contest as Solid Democratic, with a Partisan Voting Index of D+13. Cordery faces a steep challenge: Hawaii has not had a Republican governor since Linda Lingle left office in 2010. FORMER TOP OREGON GOP OFFICIAL SECURES NOMINATION FOR GOVERNOR AS REPUBLICANS TARGET BLUE-STATE PICKUP In addition to facing an incumbent with a 56% approval rating and Hawaii's long history of Democratic control, Cordery faces a significant financial disadvantage against Green. Green has raised approximately $3.5 million, far outpacing Cordery, who has raised about $313,000, according to Honolulu Civil Beat. Despite the uphill battle, Cordery is pitching voters on a platform centered on lowering Hawaii’s high cost of living, reforming education and cracking down on corruption. "As a husband, father and grandfather, businessman and community servant, I love Hawai’i," Cordery said in an interview with Honolulu Civil Beat. "These islands of unique beauty have endured mismanagement for decades. Her people live under tremendous stress and anxiety. I am running to open opportunity, create abundance and ensure stewardship of her resources, bringing accountability and hope for the people." THE AMERICAN DREAM NOW COMES WITH A ZIP CODE: HERE'S WHERE STARTER HOMES ARE STILL WITHIN REACH Part of Cordery's plan to create abundance includes adding 15,000 homes across the islands for working families, with prices ranging from roughly $400,000 to $600,000. His proposal calls for using state-owned land for fee-simple housing while streamlining permitting and opening more land for residential development. SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER He is also proposing eliminating the state's General Excise Tax on food and medicine and freezing property taxes for homeowners at retirement. Cordery argues that the state is failing to properly manage taxpayers' dollars and says he would order audits to root out waste. "Hawai’i’s 20.5 billion dollar budget for 1.4 mil[lion] people is a staggering number. New Hampshire has 1.4 million people but a $7.75 billion dollar budget," Cordery said. "I believe our tax burden is out of control. The answer is management." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7815102c5335ae1044a509 Dem establishment strikes back as longtime incumbent fends off progressive challenger te 2026-08-09T05:50:08.479Z Dem establishment strikes back as longtime incumbent fends off progressive challenger The Democratic establishment won a key battle in the left's ongoing civil war with its socialist insurgency on Saturday. Longtime Rep. Ed Case, D-Hawaii, won his primary bid to seek another term in the House of Representatives, defeating progressive state Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole. Case, who served in Congress from 2002 to 2007 and then won again in 2018, faced his toughest primary challenge yet this year. It comes amid a wider showdown between the Democratic establishment and its far-left flank that's seen multiple House incumbents lose to socialist upstarts. SOCIALIST VICTORIES SHOW DEMS' DESCENT DOWN 'DEADLY PATH OF COMMUNISM,' JOHNSON WARNS Keohokalole, who's been in Hawaii's state legislature since 2014, was the most formidable of a group of primary challengers looking to oust Case this year. Both raised considerable money on the campaign trail, though the incumbent had more money in his war chest at the outset of the race. Keohokalole criticized Case for not doing enough to stand up to the Trump administration during the president's second term, including President Donald Trump's federal immigration operations. The progressive challenger also attacked Case for being one of four House Democrats to vote for Republicans' initial iteration of the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act in April 2025. JOHNSON'S STRATEGY TO BYPASS DEMOCRATS' SAVE ACT BLOCKADE SURVIVES KEY VOTE, HANDING GOP BIG WIN That version would have imposed a federal voter ID requirement at the polls as well as a proof of citizenship mandate for registering to vote, but would have allowed for a written affidavit absent that proof. Case told Hawaii News Now that he will "never" be someone who votes in lockstep with his party and said of the issue of noncitizen voting, "This has nothing to do with voter suppression. Now, those are fears and there are legitimate fears, and I accept those concerns." "It’s a solution in search of a problem. There is no security problem in our election system," Keohokalole told the outlet. Case later joined nearly all other House Democrats in opposing an updated version, the SAVE America Act, which would have vastly expanded the federal government's authority over state voter rolls. He now goes on to face Republican Adriel Lam in November. Hawaii's 1st Congressional District, which encompasses part of Oahu, including Honolulu, is rated a safe Democratic seat with a Cook Political Report rating of D+13. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a78150f2c5335ae1044a500 Hawaii rep cruises to Dem primary win after challenger arrested for beach brawl te 2026-08-09T05:50:07.892Z Hawaii rep cruises to Dem primary win after challenger arrested for beach brawl Progressive Rep. Jill Tokuda, D-Hawaii, cruised to victory in her primary on Saturday, setting up a showdown with Republican state Sen. Brenton Awa in November. Tokuda is seeking a third term representing Hawaii's 2nd Congressional District, which includes the entire state outside the island of Oahu, as well as rural and suburban parts of Oahu itself. The nonpartisan Cook Political Report rates the district D+12. That means it's highly likely that Democrats keep hold of it in this year's midterms. 2026 MIDTERMS STATE OF PLAY: KEY RACES UNFOLD AS STEVENS, EL-SAYED BATTLE IN MICHIGAN Tokuda defeated three primary challengers to win the Democratic Party nomination, though none posed a significant threat to her campaign despite a wider intraparty civil war that's toppled several House Democrat incumbents throughout the country. Her fellow delegation member, Rep. Ed Case, D-Hawaii, faced a significant primary challenge from his left in his own race, though Case is seen as much more moderate than Tokuda. HAWAII DEMOCRATIC HOUSE CANDIDATE FACES FELONY THREAT CHARGES AFTER BEACH FIGHT CAUGHT ON VIDEO Tokuda's race did attract some controversy, however, after one of her longshot opponents was arrested for a violent altercation that was caught on camera at Keawakapu Beach. Kirill Basin allegedly threatened a man who asked him to turn down his music, according to Honolulu Civil Beat. A violent clash ensued after a bystander intervened, and Basin allegedly pulled out a knife. Tokuda told Hawaii News Now that the video was "disturbing" and said "any individual, whether you're running for office or a public citizen, you need to be held accountable for your actions." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a78150f2c5335ae1044a4f7 Hawaii Gov. Josh Green cruises to Democratic primary win, sets up fall matchup with GOP nominee te 2026-08-09T05:50:07.266Z Hawaii Gov. Josh Green cruises to Democratic primary win, sets up fall matchup with GOP nominee Democratic Hawaii Gov. Josh Green defeated three little-known primary challengers seeking to lead the Aloha State. Green, who was first elected governor in 2022, entered the unusual Saturday primary with a 56% approval rating. His primary win makes him a strong favorite for re-election, as the Cook Political Report rates the race 13 points in favor of the Democratic Party. Green's opponents were David "Duke" Bourgoin, George "Teva" Lucas-Tadeo, a Democratic socialist, and Lauren Kapoliahiʻiaka Shim. Bourgoin previously ran against Green for governor in 2022, but he captured only 590 votes compared with Green's 158,161. He also lost two bids for Honolulu mayor, in 2022 and 2024. HAWAII'S DEMOCRATIC LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR INDICTED IN STATE CORRUPTION INVESTIGATION Despite the growing popularity of Democratic Socialists across the country, Lucas-Tadeo failed to win over Hawaii Democrats with public Instagram posts promising publicly run grocery stores and the legalization of marijuana. Neither Lucas-Tadeo nor Shim had campaign websites, and none of Green's three challengers had raised any money in the race as of June 30, according to Honolulu Civil Beat. Meanwhile, Green had raised approximately $3.5 million, far outpacing Republican Gary Cordery, the race's second-highest fundraiser, who had raised about $313,000, according to Civil Beat. Hawaii has not had a Republican governor since Linda Lingle left office in 2010. In typical election years, the Democratic primary attracts candidates with strong name recognition. For instance, in 2022, the candidates besides Green included Rep. Kai Kahele, D-Hawaii, and former first lady Vicky Cayetano. "His policies have been fairly popular, there hasn’t been anything he’s done that’s really created a pushback," John Hart, a communication professor at Hawaiʻi Pacific University, told Civil Beat. "So, why would you throw your hat in the ring on a suicide run when there are other offices that are more achievable?" BABYLON BEE TOUTS LEGAL WIN OVER HAWAII GOVERNMENT'S 'WAR AGAINST POLITICAL MEMES AND SATIRE' IN FEDERAL COURT Meanwhile, Green told Civil Beat that his administration responded effectively to the 2023 Lahaina wildfire, which killed 102 people, and flooding from the March Kona low storms, which caused more than $1 billion in damage. SIGN UP TO GET THE POLITICS NEWSLETTER "We were very present and I think pretty competent and compassionate in our response and we heard from a lot of people — both politicians and just, people — that they appreciated that," Green told Civil Beat. "It just didn’t create a scenario in which another Democrat thought it made sense to run against us," Green continued. "I didn’t set out to get into fights with people, I really just tried to do this job. So, It didn’t create the usual opening where there was a big divide where people would come after me." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a7815092c5335ae1044a4e1 Moderate Democrat in Hawaii Defeats Progressive House Challenger te 2026-08-09T05:50:01.802Z Moderate Democrat in Hawaii Defeats Progressive House Challenger Representative Ed Case beat Jarrett Keohokalole, a younger progressive, in a race that centered on questions of generational change and the state’s skyrocketing cost of living. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77fd9f2c5335ae1044a16b WNBA walks back Caitlin Clark technical foul, sparing Fever star from suspension te 2026-08-09T04:10:07.300Z WNBA walks back Caitlin Clark technical foul, sparing Fever star from suspension Caitlin Clark appeared headed for a one-game suspension after picking up what was initially ruled her eighth technical foul of the season Saturday — but the WNBA quickly stepped in. The league rescinded the technical foul assessed to the Indiana Fever star during the team’s win over the Chicago Sky, wiping away the penalty that would have automatically sidelined Clark for one game. Had the technical stood, Clark would have been forced to sit out Tuesday’s matchup against the New York Liberty, dealing a significant blow to Indiana as the Fever continue their push through the season. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM But, a WNBA spokesman told The Associated Press that the technical had been rescinded a few hours after the game ended. In the third quarter, Clark made contact with a referee when she was forced out of bounds and was called for a technical foul. The Fever went on to win the game 90-86. CAITLIN CLARK CALLS FOR FULL-TIME WNBA REFEREES AS OFFICIATING FAILURES MOUNT IN 2026 Clark made her case for having the technical wiped away almost immediately, insisting after the game that the contact was accidental and never escalated into a verbal confrontation. With a suspension potentially hanging in the balance, Clark said she was optimistic the league would review the play and ultimately overturn the call. "She said I ran into her," Clark said of the referee. "I have already watched it on the tape. So, we’ll let the league decide. But, it wasn’t anything intentional or anything. So, I hope it gets rescinded. And, nothing was said." The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77df282c5335ae104495fd Trump's 4th of July fireworks display on National Mall confirmed as largest in history te 2026-08-09T02:00:08.405Z Trump's 4th of July fireworks display on National Mall confirmed as largest in history Nearly two months after President Doanld Trump proclaimed Washington, D.C. would launch the "LARGEST FIREWORKS SHOW IN HISTORY," Guinness World Records confirmed it this week. "The largest firework display consists of 840,537 fireworks, and was achieved by Freedom 250 and Pyrotecnico, Inc (both USA) at an event organized by Event Strategies Inc in Washington D.C., USA, on 4 July 2026," the organization wrote on its website. Despite weather delays that involved revelers being evacuated from the National Mall, hundreds of thousands of people still watched the Washington, D.C., fireworks that began just before midnight last month. TOP HIGHLIGHTS FROM TRUMP'S LATE-NIGHT JULY 4 ADDRESS: ‘NO DREAM IN HISTORY IS BIGGER’ The president also gave an abbreviated speech beforehand as part of the "Salute to America" celebration for the 250th anniversary of the country. Once it got underway, the show lasted for about 40 minutes. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum explained in June that the fireworks would be launched from several sites because of its immense scale. "Normally the fireworks are set off right along here," he told the Washington Reporter of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. "This year, because of the size and scale of the thing, there are so many locations where the fireworks are going to be going off, including barges," he explained. FLASHBACK: AS AMERICAN TURNS 250, HERE'S HOW THE NATION CELEBRATED ITS BIGGEST BIRTHDAYS The White House launched Freedom 250 as a public-private partnership months ago and the president serves as chair of the initiative. The previous record holder for largest fireworks celebration was a megachurch’s 2016 New Year's Eve show, which featured 810,904 fireworks, according to The Washington Post. "On July 4th, America came together to celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday with the largest fireworks display in history — over 850,000 fireworks lighting up the National Mall and the Potomac River, and miles around in a 40-minute spectacular," Freedom 250 spokesperson Danielle Alvarez shared in a statement with Fox News Digital. AMERICA 250 ATTENDEES FIRE BACK AT CRITICS OF TRUMP'S JULY 4 SPEECH: 'WHAT WE NEEDED TO HEAR' Alvarez added, "This historic display shattered the previous global benchmark and stands as a powerful symbol of unity, resilience, and pride as we begin our nation’s next 250 years. Freedom 250 is honored to have brought this moment to millions of Americans, and we thank everyone who made it possible." "No other president in history could have accomplished the incredible feat that President Trump did at our Nation’s historic 250th birthday celebration, which included an incredible air show, a record-breaking fireworks display, and an inspiring speech delivered before hundreds of thousands of American patriots," the White House said in a statement, according to the Post. The White House did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77da762c5335ae10449560 Florida man allegedly kills family's kittens in front of teenage daughter as form of punishment: officials te 2026-08-09T01:40:06.129Z Florida man allegedly kills family's kittens in front of teenage daughter as form of punishment: officials A Florida father was arrested this week for allegedly killing the family's kittens in front of his teenage daughter as a form of punishment, authorities said. Bodycam video released by the Lee County Sheriff's Office shows deputies responding to a home in Pine Manor after receiving a report that a man was attempting to drown and strike a two-month-old kitten named Luna. David Charette Jr., 48, was arrested and charged with aggravated animal cruelty after authorities accused him of killing two kittens and injuring a third. Witnesses told deputies that Charette allegedly abused and killed the family's kittens in front of his teenage daughter as a form of punishment when she "acted up." 'DEEPLY DISTURBING' ANIMAL CRUELTY OPERATION INVOLVING BABY MONKEYS BUSTED BY ICE INVESTIGATION Charette defended his treatment of Luna while speaking with deputies in the body camera video. "The cat is in perfectly healthy condition," Charette told deputies. "I have to give the cat a bath because it soils itself in the cage." "It's covered in crap and I have to give it a bath, and it cries, and she doesn't like that," he added. Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno said the allegations involving Charette's daughter made the case particularly disturbing. FLORIDA MAIL CARRIER ACCUSED OF SNATCHING PETS ON ROUTE, TRAPPING 100-PLUS CATS AND DOGS IN ‘HOARDING’ HOUSE "A daughter says that when she acts up or when she's in trouble, her father kills her kittens. This is sickening to me," Marceno told CBS affiliate WINK. Investigators said they later learned Charette had allegedly killed two other kittens over the previous year. In June, Charette allegedly smothered a one-month-old kitten with a bleach-soaked rag, according to the sheriff's office. In a separate incident, investigators said Charette allegedly killed a three-month-old kitten with a blow-dryer. Authorities said both kittens had been buried in the backyard, but investigators recovered only one during a search of the property. Luna was taken to a local animal hospital for treatment and is recovering, according to the sheriff's office. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77d8212c5335ae10449513 UFC star Conor McGregor goes viral for drone delivery fiasco after undergoing knee surgery te 2026-08-09T01:30:09.256Z UFC star Conor McGregor goes viral for drone delivery fiasco after undergoing knee surgery More and more things are becoming available via drone delivery, and UFC star Conor McGregor just showed us all that there are still some kinks that need to be worked out with this system. Last month at UFC 329, McGregor made his highly anticipated return to the octagon, which lasted 69 seconds due to an injury. McGregor had surgery this week and decided to celebrate by getting an energy drink delivered to him by drone. CONOR MCGREGOR HAS SURGERY ON TORN ACL, AGAIN VOWS COMEBACK: 'MY KNEE IS REPAIRED...THANK YOU GOD' As one does. The 38-year-old Irishman was spotted on a balcony trying to retrieve his beverage, which proved to be way more difficult than it probably should've been. You'd think he'd have a guy who runs and gets him drinks, but hey, drone delivery is cool. They recently started doing drone deliveries near where I live, and I've been hoping I forget something so I can try it. DOORDASH GETS FAA APPROVAL FOR ITS OWN DELIVERY DRONES However, McGregor's experience has me second-guessing it. For starters, I don't think anyone has ever been happier to be on crutches than McGregor was when he realized that the sticks he's been hobbling around on could also be used as a makeshift arm extender. He's like a post-op Inspector Gadget. But that proved to be easier said than done (though many pointed out that McGregor should've used the other end of the crutch so it could hook the drone tether). What I don't get is why the drone just hovered there while an Irishman swung crutches at it. Doesn't the drone have cameras or sensors to detect when someone is trying in vain to retrieve the payload? It should. Then it could just move over a bit so someone like McGregor doesn't pop the stitches on that knee of his because he was trying to snag a Monster he had shipped by air and probably paid a premium for. So, after seeing that display of McGregor demonstrating the shortcomings in drone delivery technology, I think I'll get groceries I forgot the old-fashioned way: by driving to the grocery store when my wife says we're out of something. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77d36b2c5335ae10449487 Chuck Grassley Announces the Death of His Beloved Vacuum, Beth te 2026-08-09T01:10:03.056Z Chuck Grassley Announces the Death of His Beloved Vacuum, Beth Senator Chuck Grassley mourned his decades-long cleaning companion, writing on social media: “GOOD BYE BETH. U hv been a real workhorse.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77d1172c5335ae10449457 Sophie Cunningham speaks out against DiJonai Carrington after flagrant foul and 'White privilege' post te 2026-08-09T01:00:07.853Z Sophie Cunningham speaks out against DiJonai Carrington after flagrant foul and 'White privilege' post Sophie Cunningham spoke out against Chicago Sky star DiJonai Carrington after the Fever's 90-86 win on Saturday. Carrington was ejected from the game in the first half after smacking Cunningham across the face during Cunningham's layup attempt. "Clearly, I think it was like unnecessary. I've never really spoken to her and have no beef with her, but I guess she has some pent up stuff. So get your s--- off. That's fine. I can take it... Yeah, it's intentional," Cunningham said, per ESPN's Kareem Copeland on X. DIJONAI CARRINGTON DECLARES 'WHITE PRIVILEGE' AFTER EJECTION FOR SMACKING SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM IN THE FACE "She has no reason to be doing any of that. So good way to get her kicked out. I don't even know her. She wasn't even on the team last year when all that was going on. But I do think when people play the Fever, we're nationally televised, there's a lot of eyes on us and people just want attention. And that's her just trying to get attention." After the foul, Cunningham and Carrington were seen getting in each other's faces and yelling, as referees had to separate them. "I wasn't even upset. I mean, I popped up. I'm not going to let anyone just do that to me. I think everyone knows that. I think that's why she did it because she wants attention," Cunningham said. "I mean, s---, like, people have started craving attention. Like, go get it somewhere else. Go do something good in the world, I don't know. Yeah, I popped up and [Makayla Timpson] had my back." After Carrington's ejection, she went on Threads and wrote "White Privilege" and tagged the Indiana Fever. Cunningham rejected Carrington's suggestion that the ejection had anything to do with race. "I think the league is taking care of that. This has nothing to do with race. Last year, I did the same thing and I got kicked out. And I deserved to be kicked out. There's no reason even to play that card," Cunningham added. Meanwhile, Cunningham's own coach, Stephanie White, defended Carrington in the post-game press conference, while agreeing the flagrant foul and ejection was the right call. "Yeah, I mean, look, it was a hard foul. I don't think that DiJonai intentionally came out to get her across the neck like she did. But it did happen and I thought it was the right call. But you know, one of the things about Nay is that she's gonna play her butt off, man. She's gonna compete. Nobody's gonna go walking in for a layup. And so, I don't oppose the hard foul. But I also don't think that she intentionally went for the neck," White said. White declined to comment on Carrington's "White privilege" post. White previously coached Carrington when both were with the Connecticut Sun in 2023-24. In the 2024 playoffs, Carrington poked Fever phenom Caitlin Clark in the eye. Carrington's current coach, Sky coach Tyler Marsh, also defended Carrington and said he believed it wasn't a flagrant foul in the moment. "In the moment, I thought that she made a play on a ball. I didn't think it warranted a flagrant 2, I didn't see it in the replay. So that was my initial thoughts," Marsh said. "I haven't looked at that play since, so I really don't know if it was justified or not." Marsh also declined to comment on Carrington's "White privilege" post. He also rejected the notion that Carrington may have come into the game with more emotion to play against Cunningham due to Cunningham's recent public stance in support of protecting women's sports. JD VANCE PRAISES SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM FOR 'SAVE WOMEN'S SPORTS' ACTIVISM "I don't think there is ill intent on our end," he added. The incident between the two players unfolded as Cunningham remained at the center of a widening political debate. Supporters held a fourth rally outside the venue of a Fever road game on Saturday, while counterprotesters also gathered near the United Center. Cunningham has said she does not harbor hatred toward transgender people but believes protecting girls and women in sports is "common sense." White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt previously defended Cunningham, saying the backlash against her was "astonishing." With another Cunningham rally already scheduled ahead of the Fever’s Aug. 22 game against the New York Liberty, controversy is bound to surround Cunningham and Indiana beyond Chicago. Meanwhile, Carrington already had a contentious history with the Fever before Saturday. During the 2024 season, she mocked Caitlin Clark for what she believed was flopping and later called Indiana supporters "the nastiest fans in the W" after receiving racist abuse from some online users. Carrington then struck Clark in the eye while defending a pass during the 2024 playoffs, leaving the Fever star with a black eye. Both players said the contact was accidental, although Carrington later drew renewed criticism after appearing to joke about the controversy during an Instagram Live video. Carrington has also responded to accusations that she plays dirty, insisting she simply plays aggressively and always attempts to make a play on the ball. Beyond basketball, she has drawn attention for wearing an explicit anti-President Donald Trump sweatshirt and urging WNBA players to oppose Trump administration policies affecting women and the LGBTQ community. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77ca0f2c5335ae10449355 Scott Eastwood says his father sent Kevin Costner home from set while filming 'A Perfect World' te 2026-08-09T00:30:07.737Z Scott Eastwood says his father sent Kevin Costner home from set while filming 'A Perfect World' Scott Eastwood is getting candid about how his father once asked a well-known actor to leave a movie set. During a recent interview on the "Armchair Expert" podcast, the 40-year-old actor shared that everybody has "a lot of respect" for his father, Clint Eastwood, on set and that he "didn't raise his voice ever" while on set. He then shared a "legendary story" about when his father worked with Kevin Costner, and how he reacted when the actor wouldn't leave his trailer, noting "I’m sort of going to paraphrase it, and I’ll probably tell it a little wrong." "Kevin Costner sort of going through maybe, the Kevin Costner rise to fame and maybe got a big ego, you know, blah blah blah, but they were doing 'Perfect World,'" he said. "Apparently, he didn't want to come out of his trailer for some reason." GOLDIE HAWN SOUNDS THE ALARM ON CHILDHOOD CELEBRITY CULTURE: 'ALL I CAN SAY IS IT'S A NIGHTMARE' Scott said Clint — who directed and starred in the film — reacted by saying, "Well send him home then," even though Costner was scheduled to be in the scene they were working on that day. "So he sent him home, and I guess they just went to Kevin and said, 'Hey, you're going to go home for the day,'" Scott explained. "He said, 'What do you mean I'm in the scene?' You know, 'Well, I guess you're not anymore. Clint changed that.'" After he was asked to leave the set that day, Scott noted, "I think the next day he was on set ready to go." Fox News Digital reached out to representatives for Costner for comment. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "A Perfect World" stars Costner as an escaped convict who kidnaps a young child, with Clint playing the role of a Texas ranger who is searching for Costner and the young boy. Scott previously discussed how growing up with a famous father impacted his work ethic and how he conducts himself on set, noting that growing up he saw "some behavior in this business that is shocking." "I think I was lucky in some ways because I got to see it growing up and got to see like how it's bulls---," he said on an episode of "The Joe Rogan Experience," in June of certain behaviors on modern movie sets. While Eastwood said he got a peek at bad behavior on set when he was younger and visiting his iconic dad on set, the "Wrath of Man" star said his father "did a really good job of protecting" him and his siblings from the pitfalls that come with child stardom. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS He brought it up after he and Rogan began talking about child stars who found fame at a really young age, saying, "you get stunted in your growth" when you get famous too young. "I mean, kudos to my dad, [be]cause he did a really good job of protecting us from that and very private," he said. "We didn't live in LA, we lived in Carmel. It was a very...as normal as it could be, in the sense that he was like, 'No, you just you need to be a normal child and learn how the world works.'" Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77c55f2c5335ae10449287 President Trump receives big cheers from spectators during LIV Golf event at his New Jersey club te 2026-08-09T00:10:07.812Z President Trump receives big cheers from spectators during LIV Golf event at his New Jersey club LIV Golf is hosting its New York event at President Donald Trump’s National Golf Club Bedminster. It's the third time that the upstart tour has held an event at one of the president's golf clubs. As was the case at one previous event, President Trump himself was on hand to check things out. TRUMP DRAWS MUCH DIFFERENT REACTION AT NBA FINALS THAN HE DID AT CFP NATIONAL TITLE GAME According to The New York Post, the commander-in-chief received a big ovation from spectators as he drove a golf cart along the course. It's always interesting to hear how Trump is received at various sporting events, but you can usually make a pretty good guess. UFC fight? Huge ovation. College football game? Big ovation. Knicks playoff game? Boos. So, I think it would've been kind of odd if he had been greeted with anything other than cheers at his own golf club. Of course, the president being on hand for this weekend's event is a big deal for LIV Golf, which is going through an interesting time at the moment. There was a time when it was a real question as to whether or not the tour would survive beyond 2026. Back in April, the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) announced that it would no longer fund the tour. TRUMP WEIGHS IN ON LIV GOLF, PGA TOUR AFTER SAUDIS PULL FUNDING OF STARTUP LEAGUE That's a huge problem, seeing as the PIF was LIV's only funder. However, LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil announced this week that the tour has an as-yet-unnamed investor lined up. "LIV Golf has an agreement in place with a lead investor, signed by the investor and approved by the Board, to anchor the transaction and play a key role in supporting the path forward for the League’s next era, driven by and for the players," O'Neil said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77be562c5335ae104491c1 WNBA faces discipline dilemma after Carrington's 'White privilege' post targeting Indiana Fever te 2026-08-08T23:40:06.717Z WNBA faces discipline dilemma after Carrington's 'White privilege' post targeting Indiana Fever Chicago Sky guard DiJonai Carrington was ejected for a Flagrant 2 foul on Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham on Saturday afternoon. Then Carrington presumably went to the locker room and fired off a strong accusation. A post on Carrington's Threads account shortly after her ejection read: "WHITE PRIVILEGE @indianafever." Whoa. WNBA COACH TORCHES LEAGUE’S OFFICIATING AFTER LATEST BIZARRE NO-CALL: ‘IT’S A F------ JOKE’ Following an ejection, a player went to the locker room and made an apparent race-based accusation. It's hard to imagine that happening in another major professional sports league without a harsh punishment from the league. The Fever went on to beat the Sky, 90-86, but that seemed like a secondary story at best. Carrington was tossed late in the first quarter after striking Cunningham across the head while the Fever guard attempted a layup. Officials reviewed the play and upgraded the foul to a Flagrant 2, which carries an automatic ejection. Cunningham had to be restrained following the play and appeared to show her teammates that her mouth was bleeding. The timing of Carrington's post certainly appeared to suggest that she believed race, or "white privilege," played some role in what happened. WNBA SUDDENLY WANTS TO STICK TO BASKETBALL AFTER YEARS OF MAKING POLITICS PART OF THE PRODUCT While Carrington didn't specifically write, "The referees are racist," it's hard to find an alternative interpretation. Unless, since she tagged the Indiana Fever, she thinks the Fever organization is racist. Either way, the WNBA finds itself in a terrible spot. Either the league has to impose a harsh punishment on Carrington, which potentially angers other players in the WNBA and certain corners of the sports media, or it does nothing and risks reinforcing the perception that different racial standards apply, despite Commissioner Cathy Engelbert recently telling Congress that the league applies its rules and disciplinary processes consistently across all games and all players. OutKick contacted the WNBA, the WNBA Players' Association and the Chicago Sky shortly after Carrington's post. The league was asked whether it interpreted the message as an allegation that race or racial bias played a role in Carrington's ejection, whether it had spoken with Carrington about the post and whether it was reviewing the matter for potential discipline. The Sky were similarly asked what Carrington meant, whether she was alleging racial bias in the officiating decision and whether the organization stood by her characterization. OutKick also contacted the WNBPA, asking whether the union believes race or racial bias played a role in Carrington's ejection, whether it has evidence of racial disparities in WNBA officiating and whether it stands by Carrington's "WHITE PRIVILEGE" characterization. None of the organizations responded prior to publication. WNBPA SAYS IT DID NOT ASK WNBA TO DROP USA 250 ALL-STAR PATCH AFTER UNION OFFICER PUBLICLY OBJECTED Complaints about officiating are part of professional sports. Players think they get fouled too much, coaches think opponents get favorable whistles, and fans are convinced every referee has a bet on their favorite team's opponent. But claiming "white privilege" immediately after an officiating decision is different. It introduces the idea that officials aren't simply making good or bad basketball calls, but that race might influence how those calls are made. If that's what Carrington meant, she should say it clearly and explain what evidence she has. If that's not what she meant, that's pretty easy to clear up, too. And there's another important piece of context in this specific incident. Sophie Cunningham has become one of the WNBA's most polarizing players after publicly stating that she doesn't believe biological men should compete in women's sports. Her position has generated rallies at Fever games, subsequent counter-protests and open disagreement from others inside the WNBA, including the players' association. So, it's entirely possible Carrington's message was aimed at something broader than the officiating. Again, that's why clarification matters. The WNBA can't spend years embracing players speaking publicly about politics, race, gender and social issues, then treat a player's "WHITE PRIVILEGE" accusation as something that doesn't deserve a suspension. And the WNBPA has a problem, too. On Friday, the union said "hate, abuse, and demonization of any person or group of people, including transgender people" fuels "fear, division, and harm." Well, if "any person or group" actually means any person or group, then the union can’t carve out an exception when one of its own players invokes "WHITE PRIVILEGE" against another team. Carrington not only posted that accusation publicly, but she did it during a game and presumably from inside a WNBA locker room. She tagged another WNBA franchise. The league, the players' association and the Sky were given an opportunity to explain what she meant or, at minimum, say whether they asked her. They haven't yet. For now, Carrington's two-word accusation is left to speak for itself. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77b4f92c5335ae104490ac Sedona Police hosting golf fundraiser for Special Olympics te 2026-08-08T23:00:09.897Z Sedona Police hosting golf fundraiser for Special Olympics 3rd annual event to bring 120 golfers together to scramble It’s tee time for Special Olympics Arizona. The Sedona Police Department will host its third annual Golf Scramble on Saturday, Sept. 12, at Oakcreek Country Club in the Village of Oak Creek. Registration opens at 7:30 a.m., with a shotgun st Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77b29e2c5335ae10449030 Volatile oil prices deliver windfall to energy-producing states te 2026-08-08T22:50:06.108Z Volatile oil prices deliver windfall to energy-producing states Elevated oil prices are driving up tax collections in states such as Alaska, New Mexico and Texas, delivering a windfall that will help lawmakers fund state services.  In Alaska this year, a spike in oil-related tax collections eliminated a major budget hole and may generate a surplus for Fiscal Year 2026, which ended on June 30. Under the budget enacted in May, surplus dollars will be spent on cash payments for households, grants for schools, heating fuel loans for communities and state savings.  State analysts estimated in March that Alaskan oil would sell for an average $75.26 a barrel in FY 2026. It’s now looking like prices will average just under $80 a barrel, said Dan Stickel, chief economist for the Alaska Department of Revenue.  “Prices went up higher than we thought they would, and then they’ve come down faster than we thought they would,” he said. “At this point, it looks like we’re tracking a little over forecast.” States directly raise money from fossil fuel extraction in two ways. They earn royalties from mineral leases on federal or state-owned land and tax the value of minerals “severed” from the earth. States also raise money indirectly, such as by taxing oil and gas company profits.  Severance tax revenues comprised more than half the tax dollars Alaska and North Dakota collected in FY 2024, and more than a quarter of the money New Mexico and Wyoming collected that year, according to the Pew Charitable Trusts, a nonprofit based in Washington, D.C.  The taxes comprised 5%-10% of revenues in Louisiana, Montana, Oklahoma, Texas and West Virginia, Pew found. Most state fiscal years begin on July 1. Texas’ fiscal year begins on Sept. 1. Global oil prices have been on a rollercoaster since the United States and Israel launched air strikes on Iran in late February. The price of Brent crude oil, an international benchmark, has fluctuated along with military action.  Future contract prices for Brent crude began the year at $61 a barrel. The price reached a high of $118 a barrel in late April, as fighting intensified; it hit a low of $72 a barrel in late June, after President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed an agreement to end the war; and it then rebounded to over $80 a barrel in July, after hostilities resumed. Oil-related revenues are generally coming in higher than lawmakers expected when they approved FY 2026 budgets. Texas’s oil production tax raised $5.35 billion through the first 11 months of FY 2026, 9.7% more than expected, according to August state data. The tax raised $736 million in June, the largest monthly total for the tax on record.  North Dakota has collected $2.5 billion in oil and gas revenues so far this biennium, 12% more than expected, according to July state data.   New Mexico analysts expect the state to collect $500 million more than expected across FY 2026 and 2027 due to high oil prices, Brendon Gray, an economist for the Legislative Finance Committee, told lawmakers in late June, the Santa Fe New Mexican reported. The extra money will flow into various state endowment funds. “The entire revenue context changed basically overnight at the onset of the Iran conflict,” Gray said then. The post Volatile oil prices deliver windfall to energy-producing states first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77b0482c5335ae10449001 Molly Sims flaunts toned abs in mismatched bikini during perfect beach day with her kids te 2026-08-08T22:40:08.111Z Molly Sims flaunts toned abs in mismatched bikini during perfect beach day with her kids Molly Sims is enjoying a beach day with her kids. The 53-year-old model and actress took to Instagram to share how she and her family spent "a perfect beach day" together. She posted a series of photos on her Instagram stories featuring her children swimming in the ocean and building sandcastles, as well as one of her in a mismatched bikini with the words, "Oh hey," written over it. In the photo, Sims can be seen flaunting her toned abs in a black bikini top and blue bikini bottoms, which she paired with a chunky chain necklace with a heart charm with the letter "M" on it, as well as black sunglasses and a black hat. KRISTIN CAVALLARI FLAUNTS HER TONED FIGURE IN BIKINIS DURING EUROPEAN SUMMER VACATION She also shared a photo of herself after leaving the beach in a white dress with black polka dots, which she paired with the same gold chain necklace, gold hoop earrings and minimal makeup. "Nothing like getting ready for dinner after a day in the sun," she wrote over the picture, adding a sun emoji. The model recently made waves when she was featured in the pages of the 2026 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, sporting a variety of bikinis. Sims posted some of the photos on her Instagram, including an orange string bikini she wore while posing on a cliff along the ocean, a pink one, which she paired with suspenders, and a red suit which featured silver shell embellishments. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "If only I could tell the 20-something version of me shooting her first @si_swimsuit issue that she’d still be here at 52… feeling more beautiful and confident in her skin than ever before."  Sims first posed for the magazine in 2000, and went on to appear in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue eight separate times. She has never been one to shy away from posting bikini photos on social media, often taking to Instagram to share photos from various vacations, whether she was in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, or on a mountain vacation in the snow. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS In February 2023, Sims took to her Instagram stories to share how she keeps her body bikini ready, noting her secret is bone broth, and she showed a picture of a mug filled with it. She wrote, "Anti-ageing [sic], good for digestion and gut, helps my joints after workouts, better sleep... this has been game changing for me." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77b0432c5335ae10448fea Max Miller, Republican Accused of Abuse, Won’t Drop Out, Spokeswoman Says te 2026-08-08T22:40:03.378Z Max Miller, Republican Accused of Abuse, Won’t Drop Out, Spokeswoman Says Mr. Miller, who has faced pressure from fellow Republicans to end his campaign and avoid endangering a solidly red seat in Ohio, will stay in the race, his spokeswoman said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77adee2c5335ae10448f32 A routine stop turned into an explosive scene at a Fort Mohave gas station te 2026-08-08T22:30:06.201Z A routine stop turned into an explosive scene at a Fort Mohave gas station A U.S. Fish and Wildlife officer deployed a Taser near a gas pump on the Fort Mojave reservation, igniting a fire that left a man with severe burns and nerve damage. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77aba52c5335ae10448eb1 Flight canceled after toddler refused to buckle seat belt, stranding passengers overnight te 2026-08-08T22:20:21.947Z Flight canceled after toddler refused to buckle seat belt, stranding passengers overnight An evening flight from British Columbia to Toronto this week had to be canceled because a toddler refused to buckle their seat belt, the airline confirmed to Fox News Digital. Porter Airlines flight 444 was expected to leave from Victoria International Airport at 10:30 p.m. and had begun taxiing when a flight attendant noticed the child. "A young child was standing in their seat and would not secure their seatbelt," the airline shared with Fox News Digital in a statement, adding that neither the adult with the child nor the crew were able to get the child buckled. FLIGHT PASSENGER BLASTS 'INCOMPETENT PARENTS' AFTER UNRULY CHILD FORCES PLANE DELAY "The aircraft could not take off in this unsafe condition, so the crew elected to return to the terminal and have the passengers disembark," the airline added. Because the airport has a takeoff curfew of 12:30 a.m., and it took time to get the passengers in question and their luggage off the plane and do the necessary paperwork, the flight had to be canceled, and the other passengers had to stay the night. 'WE THOUGHT WE WOULD DIE': PASSENGERS THROWN INTO CEILING DURING TERRIFYING FLIGHT The other passengers were rebooked on a Friday flight. "We apologize for the effect this had on other passengers," Porter added. A child safety seat or restraint device is required for children under two flying on the airline. It’s unclear how old the child was. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77aba52c5335ae10448ea8 Biden's battle with advancing cancer renews focus on prostate disease te 2026-08-08T22:20:21.411Z Biden's battle with advancing cancer renews focus on prostate disease Former President Joe Biden’s prostate cancer has spread further since his diagnosis last year, his son Hunter Biden revealed in a BBC interview that aired Friday. "The cancer has spread, metastasized into his bones and further," Hunter Biden told BBC Newsnight, describing his father’s condition as "very painful" and "very debilitating in many respects." "It’s really sad to watch," the younger Biden went on. "The only thing that I’d say about my dad, about his health right now, is I wish he would complain more, because it’s not good." JOE BIDEN'S CANCER HAS SPREAD FURTHER, LEAVING HIM IN 'VERY PAINFUL' CONDITION, HUNTER REVEALS Biden, 83, announced his diagnosis in May 2025, after news that a "small nodule" had been found in the former president's prostate during a routine exam. "While this represents a more aggressive form of the disease, the cancer appears to be hormone-sensitive, which allows for effective management," his office said at the time. "The president and his family are reviewing treatment options with his physicians." Biden later underwent hormone therapy and radiation treatment, completing a course of radiation at Penn Medicine Radiation Oncology in Philadelphia in October 2025, according to the former president's spokesperson. In addition to hormone therapy, common treatment options for prostate cancer include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy and radiopharmaceutical treatments. Fox News Digital reached out to Biden's office for comment. Prostate cancer is a disease found in men that develops in the prostate gland. Cases have been on the rise in recent years, with overall incidence increasing about 3% annually from 2014 through 2021, according to the American Cancer Society. Rates of advanced-stage prostate cancer rose about 5% per year during that period. NEW BLOOD TEST DETECTS 90% OF AGGRESSIVE PROSTATE CANCER CASES, BEATING CURRENT SCREENINGS About 333,830 new cases of prostate cancer are expected to be diagnosed in the U.S. in 2026, and about 36,320 men are expected to die from the disease, according to the American Cancer Society. One in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime, the same source stated. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES Older men are at a higher risk of the disease, with six in 10 cases diagnosed in patients 65 and older. The average age at diagnosis is 67, with men under 40 rarely affected. Prostate cancer is the second-most common cancer in men, behind only skin cancer, the ACS noted. Among men who undergo routine prostate cancer screening, the disease is usually caught early before symptoms emerge, per the ACS. Typical early symptoms include problems urinating, a weak or slow urinary stream or an increased need to urinate. Some men may also notice blood in the urine or bodily fluids. More advanced symptoms may occur after the disease has spread. Those may include pain in the hips, back (spine), chest (ribs) or other areas, the ACS stated. Men may also suffer from erectile dysfunction, weight loss, extreme fatigue, weakness in the legs or feet, or loss of bladder or bowel control. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force states that men aged 55 to 69 years should have the option to undergo periodic prostate-specific antigen (PSA)-based screening to monitor for prostate cancer. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ "Before deciding whether to be screened, men should have an opportunity to discuss the potential benefits and harms of screening with their clinician and to incorporate their values and preferences in the decision," the USPSTF states. While screening offers a "small potential benefit" of reducing the chances of dying from the disease, the agency noted that some men may experience negative effects, including false-positive results, overdiagnosis and overtreatment, and treatment complications. Alternative prostate cancer screening methods are currently being researched, including one that uses a non-invasive urine test, as Fox News Digital recently reported. For localized prostate cancers, where the disease is contained within the prostate, the five-year survival rate is at least 99%, according to the ACS. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER For regional cases, where the disease has spread only to "nearby structures or lymph nodes," the five-year survival rate is also 99% or greater. If the cancer has spread to other areas of the body, the five-year survival rate drops to 37%. Actual survival rates may vary based on the patient's age, overall health, how the cancer has progressed post-diagnosis, the disease's response to treatment, and other factors, the ACS noted. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77aba42c5335ae10448e9f USA Volleyball suggests changes coming to sex testing, while junior families raise male athlete concerns te 2026-08-08T22:20:20.850Z USA Volleyball suggests changes coming to sex testing, while junior families raise male athlete concerns USA Volleyball suggested it may change its policy on genetic sex tests to protect the women's category. Meanwhile, multiple female players of USA Volleyball-sanctioned leagues and their families have spoken out about playing against an allegedly transgender opponent. USA Volleyball, the International Volleyball Federation and members of the U.S. Women’s National Team said they have reached a "constructive path forward" after players raised concerns about the rollout of genetic screening used to determine eligibility for the female category in international competition. The organizations said in a July 28 joint statement that they had reached a "shared understanding" over concerns surrounding the sex-determining region Y, or SRY, screening process. INSIDE THE FALLOUT OF THE SJSU VOLLEYBALL SCANDAL: ‘THIS IS AN OBVIOUS PROBLEM’ "Following a series of productive discussions, the FIVB, USA Volleyball, and members of the USA Women’s National Team (WNT) are pleased to confirm a shared understanding and a constructive path forward regarding the concerns raised in relation to the SRY screening process," the statement read. "When the WNT first raised concerns through USA Volleyball related to communication, athlete privacy and procedural safeguards, the FIVB responded immediately by meeting with USA Volleyball and adapting its procedures to address these concerns." The statement did not announce an end to SRY screening or a change to the eligibility standard itself. Instead, it focused on how the testing is communicated and administered and said the parties would continue working together to improve the process. The dispute followed the International Olympic Committee’s March 2026 policy, which limits eligibility for the female category at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics and other IOC events to biological females, as determined through a one-time SRY gene screening. The IOC says the policy is not retroactive and does not apply to grassroots or recreational sports. FIVB incorporated SRY screening into its 2026 Sports Regulations. Under those rules, the presence of a Y chromosome initially places a player in the male category, while its absence makes a player eligible for the female category. The regulations also establish a process through which a player may seek a change in categorization by demonstrating that no competitive advantage would result. The FIVB rule is limited to FIVB, world and other official competitions organized by the international federation, its confederations and zonal associations. FIVB’s regulations expressly leave eligibility rules for domestic club competition to each national federation. That distinction has become a flashpoint for three families who told Fox News Digital that their daughters competed on teams with an alleged biological male athlete in a USA Volleyball-sanctioned league. The families allege that an amended birth certificate was accepted as the controlling eligibility document even though, they say, the alleged biological male athlete’s sex at birth was male. USA Volleyball’s current Gender Competition Policy says athlete members are expected to compete in USAV-sanctioned events "as a member of the gender assigned at the time of birth on their birth certificate." The same policy says the gender recorded for competition purposes "has not officially been verified." Fox News Digital is not identifying the girls, their family members or the league that they play in but has independently verified they compete in a USA Volleyball-sanctioned league. Fox News Digital has not independently verified an alleged biological male competes in that league. The following family statements are reproduced in full. The families’ assertions about an alleged biological male athlete, an amended birth certificate, communications with volleyball officials and the alleged athlete’s physical characteristics have not been independently verified by Fox News Digital. "It’s wrong because [the alleged biological male athlete] is biologically stronger than me. I’ll never jump as high as [the alleged biological male athlete] can. No matter how much training I do, I’ll never be able to do what [the alleged biological male athlete’s] body can do. I’m labeled as transphobic for being against all the things that I just said and it’s just facts. No hate. I hope they start testing to make sure that boys are not ever on the court with girls." "My daughter competed alongside an [alleged] biologically male player, so this policy change is deeply personal to our family. Watching her navigate an incredibly stressful season was heartbreaking. Beyond the emotional toll, our family sacrificed countless hours and significant financial resources, only to feel like the integrity of the competition was compromised. We were put in a position where I believed the rules weren’t being followed, and it was incredibly frustrating to feel like we had no choice but to accept it. "This policy validates what so many female athletes and parents have experienced but were often afraid to say publicly. I hope USA Volleyball remains committed to keeping the female division exclusively for female athletes and protecting the fairness, safety, and opportunities that girls deserve, so no other family has to go through what ours did." "Being a female athlete and having to play, with or against, an [alleged] biological male should not be something that any female athlete should have to do. It is simply unfair. Male athletes already start with an advantage that no female athletes can reach, leaving a huge mental impact on the female players around them. It leaves female athletes, like myself, comparing their ability to the men on their court, making them insecure about something they may never be able to reach. "This takes opportunities away from the female athletes as well, who work hard every day to improve their athletic ability but in the end, they will never have the strength, vertical, or endurance a male is naturally able to develop. Not to mention, males participating in women's sporting events is illegal. So not only is it unfair by taking away female opportunities, it is against the law." "For this entire volleyball season, my husband and I have been forced to watch my daughter and ten other girls compete on a team alongside an [alleged biological male athlete] on the roster. It has been infuriating because we feel that we are not protecting her, yet to speak out could foil her chance at making an elite roster next season. We are sending these young women very mixed messages. We teach our children that the hard work they put into working out, practicing and being a good team player will have its rewards. "However, in this case, the work that the girls are putting in is futile. My daughter and her teammates feel defeated because they know the physical advantage that males have over females. They often have to listen as male coaches praise the [alleged biological male athlete’s] athletic ability, all the while these girls knowing that [the alleged biological male athlete] has unfair physical advantages. "As a society that allows boys into girls’ private spaces, we are sending the young women a message that they will never be good enough, that the scholarships will probably never go to them, and that in general, being a female, is at best, only good enough to stand in 2nd place, behind the boys who you never had a chance at beating in the first place. As adults, we are failing to keep our young girls safe. "As parents of athletes, we have a responsibility to raise our girls to be proud of being female, proud of being strong in mind and body, and proud to stand for the rights of all women and girls, both on the court and off. We cannot allow these violations to continue. Women were granted these rights under Title IX, and the law is being violated by USA Volleyball! Women and girls and their advocates should not have to continue to fight for rights that were already given to them!" "As a female athlete who loves playing volleyball, I never thought or could have ever imagined I would have to be put in a situation where I would have to compete with and against an [alleged] boy. "Seeing an [alleged] boy jump higher and hit harder while seeing [the alleged biological male athlete] get recognized over me was extremely humiliating as a female athlete. No matter how hard I worked at getting better, I knew I could never be as good as [the alleged biological male athlete]. Volleyball nets are higher in men’s volleyball due to this reason. "I trusted USA Volleyball and leadership members who run volleyball club organizations to protect me and my fellow female athletes. Instead, I have lost trust in these adults and organizations. Knowing [alleged] male athletes are playing under the USA Volleyball guidelines and sweeping it under the rug makes me feel defeated as a young female. I have worked so hard to get to where I am, and allowing an [alleged] boy to play on an all-girls volleyball team has me discouraged to even keep playing the sport I love. "USA Volleyball states 'compete in the gender matching the sex assigned at birth on their birth certificate.' Well in my state you can change your gender with the identity you identify as. How is this fair? Due to your guidelines and rules, I have to compete with an [alleged] biological male because they can amend their birth certificate to FEMALE. This is not fair or safe for me and the rest of female athletes." "As a mother of a female athlete whose daughter had to play on the same team as an [alleged] biological male, I believe USA Volleyball should have clear, consistent methods for verifying athlete eligibility. The current USA Volleyball policy states that 'USAV athlete members are expected to participate or compete in all USAV-sanctioned events or activities as a member of the gender assigned at the time of birth on their birth certificate.' TRANS ATHLETES DROP LAWSUIT TO GAIN ACCESS TO GIRLS' SPORTS IN NEW HAMPSHIRE AFTER SCOTUS RULING "As a parent of a female athlete, it is frustrating when the rules are not being applied consistently. In some states, birth certificates can be amended to reflect a person’s gender identity. "This creates uncertainty when eligibility rules are intended to be based on biological sex at birth. In competitions where eligibility is based on biological sex, we believe USA Volleyball needs to consider additional methods of verification so that the rules are applied consistently to every athlete and all competitors are treated fairly. I witnessed firsthand what my daughter and her teammates experienced. "They felt humiliated and discouraged when an [alleged] male athlete had physical advantages in jumping and hitting power that the girls could not match. They also felt disheartened when those abilities received recognition. Men’s volleyball is played with a higher net, reflecting recognized physical differences between the men’s and women’s games. I watched my daughter’s confidence decline because she believed the eligibility rules were not being enforced consistently. "She felt there was no meaningful way to ensure that the policy was applied as written. USA Volleyball needs to do more to protect fair competition for female athletes. Solely relying on birth certificates alone is not sufficient enough to verify eligibility under a policy that is intended to be based on sex assigned at birth." "As a father, I was outraged. I trusted that if USA Volleyball had eligibility rules, they would be enforced consistently. Instead, I watched my daughter and her teammates compete in a situation they believed did not follow those rules. USA volleyball said they wouldn’t remove the [alleged biological male] athlete because of an amended birth certificate, even though the policy is based on sex assigned at birth. "I was given a meeting after requesting one with the leadership of my daughter’s local volleyball team to discuss concerns regarding an [alleged] male athlete participating on her girls’ team. During the meeting, information was presented that demonstrated the athlete was [allegedly] biologically male. "Despite the evidence provided, the team leadership stated that they had been instructed by both their regional governing organization and USA Volleyball to accept the athlete’s amended birth certificate as the determining document for eligibility. As a result, my concerns were dismissed, and no further action was taken by the organization regarding the matter. Her local club team was not only made aware of the [alleged biological male athlete] being in the team but was also told by numerous other parents on her team along with opposing team parents and coaches and they still turned a blind eye. "What made me the angriest was watching my daughter pay the price. My daughter lost confidence, felt like her concerns were dismissed, and started questioning whether the rules actually meant anything. As a father, there’s nothing more frustrating than seeing your child speak up, believe she’s standing up for what’s right, and feel like no one is willing to listen. "This isn’t about hate or attacking anyone personally. It’s about fairness, accountability, and expecting organizations to enforce the policies they put in place. If the rules are going to exist, they should be applied consistently to every athlete. That’s all we’ve ever asked for." Fox News Digital has reached out to USA Volleyball for a response to the family's statements. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77aba42c5335ae10448e96 EXCLUSIVE: Teen girls recall Jersey Shore ride malfunction that left them stuck hanging upside down te 2026-08-08T22:20:20.342Z EXCLUSIVE: Teen girls recall Jersey Shore ride malfunction that left them stuck hanging upside down FIRST ON FOX: Early last month, on the day after the Fourth of July, more than a dozen people found themselves trapped upside down on a malfunctioning ride along the boardwalk in Ocean City, New Jersey. Charlotte Hacker and Emilia Gordon, both 13, were among the passengers on the Wipe Out ride at Playland's Castaway Cove when it got stuck that evening. The two friends were interviewed with their parents' permission, recounting to Fox News Digital the terrifying experience of dangling midair with no idea of when they would come down. "We were stuck upside down for five to seven minutes, and it doesn't seem like that much to the people that were down watching us, but we were up there, and it felt like an hour," Hacker said on Saturday. EIGHT RIDERS LEFT DANGLING ATOP 100-FOOT ROLLER COASTER FOR OVER THREE HOURS AT TEXAS AMUSEMENT PARK The girls went to the boardwalk to celebrate Gordon’s 13th birthday, which was the following day. They said they often ride the attractions there and decided to try the Wipe Out because it was new. The ride swings like a pendulum, repeatedly turning thrill-seekers upside down while its passenger compartment spins. Only this time, the ride inexplicably stopped with everyone suspended upside down. "I seriously thought I was going to pass out," Gordon said. "You try to put your head up, but you literally can't. You can barely get it up at all." The girls, seated next to each other, tried to carry on mundane conversations to distract themselves while blood rushed to their heads. SIX FLAGS GUESTS STRANDED 245 FEET IN AIR AFTER POWER OUTAGE FORCES COASTER EVACUATION "I remember thinking that the lap bars were going to open and that we were just going to fall," Gordon said. Family members on the ground waiting for their kids to get off the ride were terrified as well, the girls said. "My uncle was there too, because we were all with my cousins, so he was also freaking out," Hacker said. Eventually, the ride's operators managed to get it moving again, but to the girls' dismay, it kept on going. Once the ride finished, they said they weren't let off for another few minutes. It is unclear what caused the apparent malfunction, and if any injuries were reported. Hacker said the ride did not close, adding that there were some people who stayed in line and rode it after they got off. "When we came off, people were literally clapping," Gordon said. The amusement park offered ticket refunds to the girls, which they didn't think was sufficient after what they went through. "That ride is five tickets, so they just gave back our ticket but [Hacker] only got three back. I got five. But still, after all that, I feel like you expect more," Gordon said. Fox News Digital has reached out to the Ocean City Fire Department, Ocean City Police Department, the ride's operator and the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77aba12c5335ae10448e86 FNE Electrical Services Spotlights Reliable Electrician Expertise for Electrical Repairs and Upgrades in Austin, TX te 2026-08-08T22:20:17.890Z FNE Electrical Services Spotlights Reliable Electrician Expertise for Electrical Repairs and Upgrades in Austin, TX "electrician in Austin TX"FNE Electrical Services delivers certified diagnostic, repair, and system upgrade solutions to maintain overall property safety across the Austin, TX community. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77aba12c5335ae10448e7d FNE Electrical Services Spotlights Reliable Electrician Expertise for Electrical Repairs and Upgrades in Austin, TX te 2026-08-08T22:20:17.240Z FNE Electrical Services Spotlights Reliable Electrician Expertise for Electrical Repairs and Upgrades in Austin, TX Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77aba02c5335ae10448e74 Residential Painting Contractors in Omaha, NE, See Growing Demand as Homeowners Prioritize Quality Over Price te 2026-08-08T22:20:16.389Z Residential Painting Contractors in Omaha, NE, See Growing Demand as Homeowners Prioritize Quality Over Price Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77ab9f2c5335ae10448e6b Residential Painting Contractors in Omaha, NE, See Growing Demand as Homeowners Prioritize Quality Over Price te 2026-08-08T22:20:15.602Z Residential Painting Contractors in Omaha, NE, See Growing Demand as Homeowners Prioritize Quality Over Price Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77ab9e2c5335ae10448e62 New NAU AD scheduled football series at UIW against Lumberjacks looking for easy wins te 2026-08-08T22:20:14.916Z New NAU AD scheduled football series at UIW against Lumberjacks looking for easy wins New NAU AD Richard Duran scheduled a football series against the Lumberjacks looking for easy non-conference wins while at Incarnate Word. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77ab9e2c5335ae10448e59 Keep Your Cool at Home During Summer Heat Waves te 2026-08-08T22:20:14.245Z Keep Your Cool at Home During Summer Heat Waves (StatePoint) As heat waves become a regular feature of American summers, you can use these tips and strategies to cool every corner of your home, while keeping energy bills low: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77ab9d2c5335ae10448e50 Keep Your Cool at Home During Summer Heat Waves te 2026-08-08T22:20:13.588Z Keep Your Cool at Home During Summer Heat Waves Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77ab9a2c5335ae10448e40 Lake Mead sets a new record low te 2026-08-08T22:20:10.611Z Lake Mead sets a new record low For a brief few hours early Friday morning, Lake Mead set a new record low elevation as it begins a nosedive over the next two years, federal data shows. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77ab992c5335ae10448e37 Appeals court allows Arizona to enforce law on out-of-state voter registrations te 2026-08-08T22:20:09.750Z Appeals court allows Arizona to enforce law on out-of-state voter registrations PHOENIX -- A federal appeals court has given the go-ahead for the state to enforce a 2022 law that challengers argued could inadvertently make felons out of volunteers who register people to vote. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77ab982c5335ae10448e25 Flagstaff Event Almanac for August 8 te 2026-08-08T22:20:08.228Z Flagstaff Event Almanac for August 8 Aug 8 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77ab972c5335ae10448e1c Coconino County funds major fuels reduction project on slopes of San Francisco Peaks te 2026-08-08T22:20:07.451Z Coconino County funds major fuels reduction project on slopes of San Francisco Peaks Work began approximately two weeks ago and will continue through November. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77ab962c5335ae10448e13 Elk Ridge Community Health celebrates National Health Center Week te 2026-08-08T22:20:06.686Z Elk Ridge Community Health celebrates National Health Center Week National Health Center Week is Aug. 2-8 this year, with a theme of “Building Innovative Care Where it Matters Most.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77ab952c5335ae10448e0a Flagstaff libraries closing Aug. 10 for staff training te 2026-08-08T22:20:05.884Z Flagstaff libraries closing Aug. 10 for staff training This training day will help library staff improve services to the public and provide professional development opportunities for staff improvement. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77ab952c5335ae10448e01 Flagstaff football head coach Mickey Clements details reasons for stepping down month before season te 2026-08-08T22:20:05.108Z Flagstaff football head coach Mickey Clements details reasons for stepping down month before season Flagstaff High School head football coach Mickey Clements stepped down last week less than a month before the start of the season. He describes his reasons for the sudden change. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77ab932c5335ae10448df8 Election 2026 - Candidate Question #7: How should Flagstaff address affordable housing? te 2026-08-08T22:20:03.794Z Election 2026 - Candidate Question #7: How should Flagstaff address affordable housing? With the local city council election in November (and a primary in July), the candidates for the Flagstaff City Council who will appear on the ballot have been given the chance to answer a weekly question in no more than… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9632c5335ae10448dca Students sip up wine class, learning viticulture and enology te 2026-08-08T22:10:43.423Z Students sip up wine class, learning viticulture and enology Southwest Wine Center bottles last of season’s grapes into future vintage Yavapai College’s Southwest Wine Center routinely turns water into wine. In preparation of the final bottling of its season, on July 18, Jason McCluskey took four of his students through the filtration process before bottling Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9622c5335ae10448dc1 YCSO seeks info on truck that ran over man in VOC te 2026-08-08T22:10:42.916Z YCSO seeks info on truck that ran over man in VOC Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office opened an investigation into a hit-and-run on June 29 after a white pickup truck reportedly ran over a man’s legs near Clark’s Market in the Village of Oak Creek. “At this time, the investigation has not yielded any leads,” YCSO Public Information Officer Paul Wick wr Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9612c5335ae10448db8 Jamie Kennedy blasts left-wing double standards following 'maggot' attacks te 2026-08-08T22:10:41.943Z Jamie Kennedy blasts left-wing double standards following 'maggot' attacks Jamie Kennedy is calling out what he sees as hypocrisy in America today. The actor released a solo episode of his podcast, "Hate to Break It to Ya," this week, and spoke at length about current events, namely the Fauci hearings and the renewed conversation around the COVID-19 pandemic and its lasting effects. During the episode, Kennedy's discussion of the public response to the pandemic became a bit broader when he spoke about some people today being "beyond brainwashed." JAMIE KENNEDY BLASTS MARK HAMILL'S DEAD TRUMP POST AS 'EVIL' AFTER ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT "And I've never seen this in the history of our race of human beings," he continued. "For instance, if I like something that a Republican does, or Trump does, they call me not just MAGA, they call me a maggot. A maggot." He explained that while he does lean right, he "never even voted," and he said there are some more liberal policies he agrees with as well, "but if I say I like that Trump secures the borders, I'm just a maggot." The "Scream" star said he believes that people like him, who focus on policy over party, are "open-minded," while people on the left have "no leniency." "How can you say that you're the party of inclusion when you don't include us?" he asked. "All we want to do is talk to people, figure out things, go through different ideas, see what we like. And if we don't, we don't feel like we've looked under every stone. And I feel like that's what's happening – people don't want you to investigate. If you even investigate or go against their beliefs, they just put you in a box." LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Kennedy also spoke about performing an hour-long comedy set in a parking lot to raise money for a bar that had been struggling to stay afloat under lockdown restrictions. The event was nearly shut down while, at the same time, he claimed, a crew of dozens was shooting a television show in another parking lot nearby with no issues because it had been "sanctioned by the state." "That's the hypocrisy," he complained. "A female, family-owned business, probably very left-leaning ... and you've turned them into me. And you know what you think I am." He continued, "So when you say that people are like this, it's because you're so repressive. You're so judgmental, you're so mean. You're so arrogant, you're so impatient, you're so ... there's nothing sweet about you. There's nothing open or forgiving." "The reason why no one believes your bulls— when you're this wild, angry, crazy left-leaning person ... is that the right-leaning people, if they say hateful things, they kind of stand by it," Kennedy said, claiming that if someone on the right holds "hateful" beliefs, "at least you know where you stand with them." "If you're a wild leftist, your whole thing is inclusion," he argued, and "the minute they don't get what they want," they turn into a "gremlin-possessed demon." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "Why we don't listen to you is because we don't believe a word you say," he went on, "because you're all words. You're nothing but ... you're air. You're not a really good person, you're fake. We all know it. People like me know it. There's tons of people like me – we know it." As another example, Kennedy brought up the murder of Charlie Kirk, saying that "if you're an empathetic person, you were f—ing ruined for a week. I don't care what you are – if you're a human, and you have blood in your veins and love in your heart, you don't wish what happened to him on anyone." But the people who celebrated Kirk's death, he said, are "beyond sick, and we saw how many people did that." "These are the people that want all the inclusion and say that we're not," he said. "No, we just know your bulls—. You just want what you want, and if you don't get it, 'it's my ball, and my that, I'm going home,' but you don't just go home, you burn ours down. You're not just crybabies, you're psychopaths." "You talk about a cult," he said later. "The cult of closed-mindedness. That's what it is." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9612c5335ae10448daf White Sox manager Will Venable forgets key rule in inexplicable blunder, costs team in loss te 2026-08-08T22:10:41.419Z White Sox manager Will Venable forgets key rule in inexplicable blunder, costs team in loss Chicago White Sox manager Will Venable has done a tremendous job in his first season with the club, with many fine moments throughout the season. However, in the White Sox’s 8-2 loss to the Cleveland Guardians at Rate Field on Friday, Venable did not have one of his finer moments, as he forgot a key rule and cost his team dearly. Just four batters into the game, White Sox starting pitcher Noah Schultz had loaded the bases, drawing a mound visit from pitching coach Zach Bove. One batter later, left fielder Angel Martinez ripped a two-run single. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Venable then went to the mound to talk about an appeal play but forgot that he wasn’t allowed to do so. Under official rule 5.10(l), "a manager or coach is allowed only one visit to the mound per pitcher in a single inning without penalty. If the same coach or manager makes a second visit to the same pitcher in the same inning, the pitcher must be removed from the pitching position." Venable’s visit to the mound meant that he had to remove Schultz from the game just five batters in. His gaffe was especially costly, because the team lost in 13 innings the night before and taxed its bullpen. Venable’s blunder meant that his already taxed bullpen was going to have to work 8 2/3 innings. David Sandlin, who replaced Schultz, hadn’t even begun throwing in the bullpen when Venable went to the pitcher’s mound; he was just getting loose and stretching. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! While Venable said after the game that Schultz was not going to pitch long in the game anyway, he certainly would have lasted more than the five batters he faced if it weren't for Venable's mound visit. The 43-year-old manager took full responsibility for his error. "Yeah, just an inexcusable mistake by me where we had an appeal play that we wanted to execute, and in the urgency of trying to make that happen, just totally lost that we had visited," Venable said, according to MLB.com. "Obviously that was a mistake. So, just messed it up." SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS Sandlin, who was callup from Triple-A before the game, ended saving the bullpen, as he pitched 5 1/3 innings on 96 pitches. While the circumstances of his entering the game were odd, he didn’t make any excuses. "I got a little extra time out there," Sandlin said. "I think I got about eight pitches in the 'pen and then got to warm up out there. Can't make any excuses, just have to get going. Felt good enough and started off great." For the White Sox, it was their fourth straight loss, making them the last team in baseball to have a four-game losing streak this season. They had not lost more than three in a row before Friday. STAY "FEARLESS" ON THE GO! TAKE TOMI LAHREN WITH YOU. DOWNLOAD THE TLIF PODCAST NOW! The White Sox (59-56) will look to bounce back in the second game of their three-game series against their American League Central foe, the Guardians (58-59), on Saturday at 7:15 p.m. ET. 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/6a77a9602c5335ae10448da6 Cornell bans bear butchering after students carved up creature in dorm kitchen te 2026-08-08T22:10:40.901Z Cornell bans bear butchering after students carved up creature in dorm kitchen Cornell University has added a new rule banning the processing of wild game in school kitchens months after two students went viral for carving up a bear in a dormitory kitchen. "Processing wild/game animals in community kitchens is strictly prohibited," the school's new policy reads. The school confirmed to a student newspaper that the rule's addition was a direct response to the 2025 incident, which saw two students drag the carcass of a black bear they had killed into Cornell's Ganędagǫ Hall for preparation. One of those students, Aaron Chin, revealed himself as one of the butchers on a podcast a few months after the incident. CODY JOHNSON FIRES BACK AT CRITICS, CALLS ALASKA GRIZZLY BEAR HUNT A 'CONSERVATIONIST EFFORT' Chin explained that he and his hunting partner, a fellow Cornell student, had planned on bringing the bear from the hunting grounds located roughly two hours from the school to a friend's house to prepare it, but claimed the friend had an emergency that left them unable to use his home. Chin also said that before bringing the bear meat on campus, he and his partner ensured they weren't breaking any campus rules. "We were really diligent in reading all of the rules [and] regulations," Chin told the MeatEater podcast in September. "We made sure we did everything by the book because we knew we were going to be under scrutiny." The incident incurred swift social media and on-campus backlash, prompting state regulators to investigate. However, after an inspector from New York's Department of Environmental Conservation visited the kitchen where the carving took place, the agency found no code violations, according to an NBC report. BLACK BEARS INVADE LAKE TAHOE HOMES AS BREAK-INS SURGE AND LOCALS FORTIFY DEFENSES Fox News Digital contacted Cornell and Chin for further comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9602c5335ae10448d9d Saturday at 'the Spa': Saratoga Race Course picks for Whitney Day, including four Grade 1 stakes races te 2026-08-08T22:10:40.341Z Saturday at 'the Spa': Saratoga Race Course picks for Whitney Day, including four Grade 1 stakes races Take my word for it: Saratoga, New York is one of the best summer towns in the country. The concerts, restaurants, nightlife, and most importantly, the Saratoga Race Course, attract a terrific party vibe. Every Saturday during the summer, horse racing's best thoroughbreds, jockeys and trainers go to The Spa. And Whitney Day, headlined by the self-titled Grade 1 stakes, is one of the best of the days in Saratoga’s summer meet. Along with the Whitney are three more Grade 1 races, such as the Test Stakes, Fourstardave Stakes and Saratoga Derby. In my first trip to The Spa this summer, I went 0-for-3 on Jim Dandy Day last week, losing $100. I'm heading back to Saratoga for this loaded Whitney Day card with $125 I'm willing to risk. Here's how I'm betting races 9-12 Saturday, August 8. Saratoga Race Course Bet Slip: 'Whitney Day' Statistically speaking, #6 On Time Girl (7-2) has the best jockey (Irad Ortiz) and trainer (Brad Cox) combo in this field. OUTKICK SPORTS CARTOON OF THE DAY Ortiz is a multiple-time winner of the best jockey during the Saratoga summer meet, and he has the highest winning percentage of any jockey this summer with a minimum of five starts. Cox has the highest winning rate of any trainer this summer at Saratoga with a minimum of 25 starts. On Time Girl has two wins and a second in three races at this distance and has gone off as the top betting choice in five of her last six starts, including four straight. She is the only filly in this field with tactical speed, so she can win whether there is a fast or slow pace. This is just a good price for #3 Zulu Kingdom (7-2), who has gone off as the top betting choice in seven of his 11 career races. He has eight wins and one third in his career. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! In five starts at The Spa, Zulu Kingdom has three wins and a third. At this distance, he has four wins and a third in seven races. Zulu Kingdom’s jockey (Flavien Prat) and trainer (Chad Brown) are leading this summer’s Saratoga meet in earnings. He is coming off his fastest career Beyer Speed Figure (101) in a dead-heat win at the Grade 3 Kelso in Saratoga last month. Zulu Kingdom is experienced in these tough fields; he’s been in seven Graded stakes races, including six straight. I’m putting #6 Capitol Hill (10-1) underneath in an exacta because he is the only horse in this field with "late speed" and could sneak into the money on the final stretch. #1 Glavine (12-1) has clocked 86, 83 and 85 Beyers in his three races this year, which isn’t far off the top speeds in this field. He broke his maiden in May and finished fourth and third in his last two starts, both at Saratoga. If he can improve a little, Glavine will outrun his odds. Speaking of which, he’s gone off at $4.17 or shorter in his three races this year, making Glavine’s 12-1 Saratoga Derby morning-line a great price. At the end of the day, the top-three betting choices in this field are 9-2 or shorter, and Glavine isn’t nearly three times worse than them. The 2025 Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes champion, #6 Sovereignty (3-1), has a second and a third in his first two starts this year, which is disappointing, considering his resume. But Sovereignty has three wins in four races at The Spa, which includes last year’s Belmont Stakes and a 10-length victory in the Grade 1 Travers in a field with the top betting choice Saturday, #1 Magnitude (9-5), who lost by 20.75 lengths. Granted, Magnitude got his revenge by beating Sovereignty in the Grade 1 Stephen Foster at Churchill in May. Nevertheless, Sovereignty’s floor is the rest of this Whitney field's A-game; he has run a 104+ Beyer in six consecutive races. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS Lastly, Sovereignty broke his maiden in his third start as a two-year-old and won the Kentucky Derby in his third start last year, followed by his three wins at Saratoga last summer. At this price, I'm betting Sovereignty will continue this pattern as a four-year-old. STAY "FEARLESS" ON THE GO! TAKE TOMI LAHREN WITH YOU. DOWNLOAD THE TLIF PODCAST NOW! _____________________________ Follow me on X @Geoffery-Clark, and check out my "OutKick Bets Podcast" for more betting content and random rants. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a95f2c5335ae10448d94 Florida business owners allegedly scattered 1,500 mothballs on beach to send endangered birds packing te 2026-08-08T22:10:39.813Z Florida business owners allegedly scattered 1,500 mothballs on beach to send endangered birds packing Two Florida business owners have been charged with third-degree felonies after allegedly spreading about 1,500 "toxic" mothballs across a beach in hopes of keeping an "imperiled" bird species from nesting there. If convicted, they could each face up to five years in prison, fines of up to $5,000 and up to five years of probation. The problem started in late April when beachgoers noticed mothballs on the white, sugary sand on St. Pete Beach in St. Petersburg, Florida. Officers with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and bird-loving volunteers from the Audubon Society mobilized. They plucked about 1,000 of the small, white orbs from the sand behind the Plaza Beach Hotel. MASSACHUSETTS HOMEOWNERS STUNNED AFTER TOWN WARNS JULY 4 FLAGS THREATEN ENDANGERED BIRDS Then 500 more appeared overnight. The smelly balls containing pesticides dotted an area where endangered shorebirds known as black skimmers were "attempting to establish a nesting colony," FWC officials said in a news conference. Their placement also meant other wildlife and children "could easily come in contact with them." It quickly became clear that someone might be targeting the birds, they said. So FWC investigators flew into action. Meanwhile, the discovery of the mothballs ruffled feathers in the community. There was "a lot of public outcry" expressing concern for the birds, while investigators tried to locate the source of the mothballs, FWC officials said. Law enforcement served search warrants, combed through "terabytes" of data and eventually seized cellphones to try to locate the individuals behind the caper. That work led them to Christopher Monroe, owner and manager of Chris’s Beachside Bar, and Robert Czyszczon, owner of the Plaza Beach Hotel, FWC officials said. Out of fear of lost revenue, the two allegedly hatched a plan to use mothballs to deter birds from congregating on the beach behind their businesses, authorities said. HIKERS FACE $25,000 FINE AFTER OFF-LEASH DOG BARKED AT GRIZZLY BEAR ON BANFF NATIONAL PARK TRAIL Through video surveillance and receipt records, investigators found that Czyszczon spent about $60 buying "a large quantity" of mothballs at a Walmart the day before they first appeared on the beach, FWC officials said. Upon examining his phone, investigators found "incriminating" text messages between him and fellow business owner, Monroe, discussing their objections to the native fowl. Text conversations revealed plans for placement of the mothballs on the beach, officials said. That’s what led investigators to Monroe as a suspect. The men discussed how they "were going to do something" to prevent the birds from nesting on the beach, FWC officials said. Black skimmers don’t nest in trees. They kick beach sand backwards to make depressions on the ground. Then they lay their eggs and raise their young near the surf. "They're the worst birds," one of the men allegedly wrote in anticipation of nesting season. "The bird people will put up fence around the area, and then the beach people will not be able to get to and from because they will fence around that space." Cellphone tower data showed Monroe’s phone was at the same location as Czyszczon’s phone on both nights when the mothballs appeared on the beach, FWC officials said. The men feared that nests on the beach would lead to fewer customers and less money being spent there, authorities said. "Why didn't you tell me we lose $25,000 to $50,000?" one allegedly wrote in a text. Monroe and Czyszczon were charged with illegal dumping, a third-degree felony, according to Pinellas County court records. They also were charged with the "attempted take of a state-listed imperiled species by harassment," a misdemeanor, according to FWC officials. Both are out of jail on bond. MASSACHUSETTS HOMEOWNERS STUNNED AFTER TOWN WARNS JULY 4 FLAGS THREATEN ENDANGERED BIRDS LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE About 6,800 black skimmers live in Florida. FWC officials estimate that several hundred live on the beaches of Pinellas County. SEND US A TIP The pesticide in mothballs can harm people and wildlife that come into contact with their vapors, according to an educational publication by the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS). "With any pesticide, the label is the law," Brett W. Bultemeier, director of the UF/IFAS Pesticide Information Office, wrote in a 2021 educational publication about mothballs. "The label language is not simply a set of directions. Rather, they are requirements that are legally enforceable." GOT A TIP? The birds probably weren’t hurt by the "harassment," FWC officials said. But it did delay their nesting, they said. That pushes the date that their young can fledge from the nest further back in the season. And that could put them in danger. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL A big storm at the end of hurricane season, which ends on Nov. 30, "can wipe out a colony if those young birds haven't fledged yet," an FWC official said. An attorney for Czyszczon did not respond to a request for comment from Fox News Digital. Court records indicate that Monroe doesn’t have an attorney. He couldn’t be reached for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a95f2c5335ae10448d8b Joe Biden's cancer has spread further, leaving him in 'very painful' condition, Hunter reveals te 2026-08-08T22:10:39.327Z Joe Biden's cancer has spread further, leaving him in 'very painful' condition, Hunter reveals Former President Joe Biden's prostate cancer has spread to other parts of his body and is causing him significant pain, his son Hunter Biden revealed during a Friday interview. "The cancer has spread, metastasized into his bones and further," Hunter Biden told the BBC in an interview which aired Friday. "It’s very painful and it’s very debilitating in many respects," he added. "It’s really sad to watch," Hunter Biden said. "The only thing that I’d say about my dad, about his health right now, is I wish he would complain more, because it’s not good." Despite his poor health, Hunter Biden said his father is "still doing his thing," and attending speaking engagements. HUNTER BIDEN CLAIMS UNDER OATH THAT HIS FAMILY IS BROKE AMID FIGHT OVER $17M LEGAL BILL Joe Biden revealed his prostate cancer diagnosis in May 2025, just months after he departed the Oval Office. The diagnosis at the time was that the cancer was Stage 4, "aggressive" and had already spread to his bones. He received a Gleason score of 9, indicating both the cancer's aggressive nature and the potential that he had been living with it for years. WATCH: WOULD-BE SECOND-TERM PRESIDENT BIDEN LEFT SEARCHING FOR FAMILY ON STAGE AFTER OBAMA CENTER OPENING "He had it while he was president," said Dr. Ezekiel J. Emanuel, vice provost and oncologist at the University of Pennsylvania, adding Joe Biden "probably had it at the start of his presidency in 2021." "He did not develop it in the last 100 to 200 days," Emanuel said, according to the American Journal of Medical Care. Joe Biden's wife, Jill, previously told the hosts of ABC's "The View" that his cancer has slowed him down. "He keeps his schedule, but he’s slowed down," she said in June. "I mean, stage four cancer is — and he's 83 — so, I think the mix of everything and the medications that he's taken has made life a little more difficult these days." Fox News Digital contacted the Office of Joe and Jill Biden for further comment. Fox News Digital's Brie Stimson contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a95e2c5335ae10448d82 Chris Sale and Gerrit Cole set up a pitching duel as Atlanta Braves host the New York Yankees te 2026-08-08T22:10:38.790Z Chris Sale and Gerrit Cole set up a pitching duel as Atlanta Braves host the New York Yankees We hit another winner on the diamond yesterday with the Rays and Drew Rasmussen getting the victory over the Mariners. It was a very low-scoring game, but that didn't matter because we came out on the correct side of it. Unfortunately, I lost the full game bet on the Padres, so it was basically a wash. However, I hit on our Jose Altuve bet, so we did end up profitable for the day, and that's the ultimate goal. Let's get some profit here as the Braves take on the Yankees. The Atlanta Braves are quietly having one of the best seasons of any team in baseball. They are the second team to reach 70 wins and are now 8.5 games ahead of the second-place Phillies. There is a lot to like about this team that just keeps winning. They have really strong hitters up and down the lineup. They can beat you with speed, contact hitting, power, and a fairly strong defense. Their pitching staff has had some concerns, but no team is perfect. They do have one of the best pitchers in baseball on the roster, and he takes the pill tonight. Chris Sale has been as good as it gets since coming over to Atlanta. He had two phenomenal years with them already, and this might be his best. He is 12-6 with a 2.08 ERA and a 1.02 WHIP. He also has 143 strikeouts for the season. His wins, ERA, and WHIP are all in the top-10 in the Majors. He was very good in July, allowing just six runs over 27 innings. He had three starts where he didn't allow a run, although one was a short, three-inning outing. The Yankees don't have a ton of experience against him, and they are just 4-for-29. The New York Yankees were going to catch some heat from their fans unless they added Tarik Skubal to the roster at the trade deadline. That didn't happen, but the team did do some work to try and address their needs. Their biggest need is filling the shoes of Aaron Judge, who has been out for months. You're not going to find that on the trade market. Instead, they got Luis Garcia Jr. and Heliot Ramos. Neither of those players will make you overly excited, but this is still a team that has 65 wins and is in a comfortable position to make the postseason. Additionally, Judge is trying to return to action sooner rather than later. SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS STAY "FEARLESS" ON THE GO! TAKE TOMI LAHREN WITH YOU. DOWNLOAD THE TLIF PODCAST NOW! The team turns to Gerrit Cole this afternoon. Cole started the season on the injured list, but has now been back for two full months and is looking more and more like his old self. He has allowed three or fewer runs in each of his past six outings. Two of those were fewer than six innings of work, but he still hit the five-inning threshold in those. He hasn't been wildly different on the road or at home so far this season, but he has allowed more homers in Yankee Stadium than he has on the road. Braves hitters are not very successful against him, going just 6-for-52. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Today might be a day to give off to Matt Olson, he is 0-for-21 against Cole with just two walks and 14 strikeouts. Ouch. I'll put a player prop on him to not have a hit today. That's a +122 payout. I'm also going to take the under here. I think Sale and Cole will battle each other out and post lost of scoreless innings. I expect this to be closer to a 2-1 game than a 7-5 score. Give me the under as well as the Olson prop. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM For more sports betting information and plays, follow David on X/Twitter: @futureprez2024 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a95e2c5335ae10448d79 Maher blasts Rand Paul for releasing Fauci’s COVID diaries as PR expert suggests a new course for the Senator te 2026-08-08T22:10:38.273Z Maher blasts Rand Paul for releasing Fauci’s COVID diaries as PR expert suggests a new course for the Senator Comedian Bill Maher is taking aim at Sen. Rand Paul for what the host says betrays Paul's own brand. During Friday's episode of HBO's "Real Time," Maher accused Paul, R-Ky., of breaking with his libertarian views by releasing Fauci's pandemic-era diary and threatening to hold him in contempt of Congress. Meanwhile, a public relations expert told Fox News Digital that Paul should focus on why the diary matters rather than how he obtained it. "Stop threatening to put everyone in jail who you just don’t like," Maher said more broadly about politics.  "Rand, babe, your entire brand is ‘Senator Right to Privacy,’" he added. "You’re the libertarian guy, the Fourth Amendment guy. It’s your family legacy." BILL MAHER BREAKS WITH THE LEFT TO HAMMER ANTHONY FAUCI AFTER EXPLOSIVE SENATE HEARING Maher’s comments come on the heels of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, which is led by Paul, voting 8-5 to refer Fauci for contempt after he repeatedly invoked the Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing regarding his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic last week. Fauci, who received a preemptive pardon from then-President Joe Biden last year, exercised his right against self-incrimination a total of 111 times during the hearing while being questioned over his leadership as the White House chief medical adviser during the pandemic. In the days before the hearing, Paul released more than 1000 pages of Fauci's private "COVID diaries" — medical notes and personal reflections Fauci wrote and stored on his government computer. FAUCI'S NEWLY RELEASED COVID DIARIES REVEAL BIZARRE FIXATION ON FAME AS PANDEMIC DEATHS MOUNTED The move was blasted by Maher, who argued Paul's decision to publish the documents directly contradicted his longtime political platform of personal privacy and limited government intrusion. "Your entire political career has been about warning us about government overreach," Maher said, speaking directly to Paul. "You printing someone's diary? It's like [Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez] wearing a gown that says, ‘Tax the poor.’" Fauci's diaries were located and stored on government servers.  Jason Mudd, CEO of Axia Public Relations, told Fox News Digital that the criticism surrounding Paul's release of Fauci's private diary is unfounded, while adding he would advise Paul to change approach to explaining why the document is important. "If Sen. Paul were my client, I’d tell him to stop defending how he got the diary and start defending why it matters," Mudd said. "A public official’s notes on a government computer aren’t a private citizen’s journal, and that distinction should have been his first sentence, not his fifth."   Maher’s comments come after he previously made headlines by suggesting that his "vote is in play" after voicing his discontent with the socialist direction the Democratic party is heading. "Politically, Bill Maher carries resonance with a fairly non-tribal group of viewers. While that means he can often piss off both sides, it also means he can be seen as above the partisan back-and-forth, without a specific left or right agenda," media expert Kaivan Shroff told Fox News Digital. DAVID MARCUS: BILL MAHER'S NO REPUBLICAN, HE'S JUST A RARE DEMOCRAT WHO THINKS Shroff added that Maher's words carry more weight when he criticizes both sides of the political spectrum because of his willingness to call out his own party. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE "Maher can spend one week arguing that Democrats have lost the plot and the next saying Republicans have gone too far," Shroff said. "That gives moments like this outsized significance: when someone who has repeatedly criticized Fauci and the left still looks at what Rand Paul is doing and says it crosses a line, it gives permission to viewers who aren’t particularly sympathetic to Fauci to reach the same conclusion." "In a polarized media environment, the messenger can matter as much as the message," Shroff added.  Fox News Digital reached out to Senator Paul and Dr. Fauci for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a95d2c5335ae10448d70 America’s best fast-food burger revealed — and it’s not available in every state te 2026-08-08T22:10:37.706Z America’s best fast-food burger revealed — and it’s not available in every state The best fast-food burger in America can’t be found in every state, but it’s been named a fan-favorite for the third year in a row. The Double Char burger from Habit Burger & Grill earned first place in USA TODAY’s 2026 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards, marking the third consecutive year the chain's burger earned top honors. Habit was also voted the best fast-casual restaurant for the second year in a row. "Charring burgers over an open flame since 1969, Habit Burger & Grill started in Santa Barbara, California, and has grown to include over 350 restaurants," USA TODAY reported. "Order the Double Char from the Habit’s California-inspired menu and get ready for two freshly chargrilled beef patties, caramelized onions, fresh lettuce, and tomato, pickles and mayo on a toasted bun. You can also add cheese." About the restaurant itself, USA TODAY reported that Habit Burger & Grill has been offering "a diverse array of menu items spanning from chicken clubs to Caesar salads to ahi tuna filets, but the restaurant chain really shines when it comes to red meat," highlighting the Charburgers and the way they’re cooked individually over an open flame as their particular appeal. The annual readers’ choice contest includes several travel and lifestyle categories nominated by a panel of experts and voted for by USA TODAY readers. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER In-N-Out’s Double-Double burger came in second place on the survey, due, according to USA TODAY, to the item's "freshly baked bun made with slow-rising sponge dough, two slices of American cheese, two patties of 100% American beef, onions, tomato, lettuce and a proprietary spread recipe unchanged since 1948." Coming in at number three was Freddy's Original Double, which USA TODAY noted is a classic sandwich offering "two savory steakburger patties loaded with cheese, onion, pickles and a healthy dose of mustard." CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS The Papa Burger from A&W, "with two 100% beef patties and two slices of melted American cheese, plus lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles and A&W Papa Sauce on a lightly toasted bun," came in at number four. Rounding out the top five was Culver’s double ButterBurger Cheese. "This burger made Wisconsin a serious contender in the burger wars," USA TODAY reported. "It’s made with fresh, never-frozen beef seared to order and topped with real American cheese made in Wisconsin." TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Shake Shack’s SmokeShack cheeseburger, the cheeseburger from Five Guys, Burger King’s Whopper, Wendy’s Son of Baconator and Whataburger’s Double Meat Whataburger also made the top 10 list, in that order. Habit Burger is owned by Yum! Brands, the parent company of Taco Bell, KFC and Pizza Hut. According to the chain’s website, there are more than 380 Habit locations across 14 states and internationally. Habit Burger locations include Arizona, California, Florida, Idaho, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Utah, Virginia and Washington. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a95d2c5335ae10448d67 Antonio Banderas says he always knew Los Angeles wasn't where he belonged te 2026-08-08T22:10:37.210Z Antonio Banderas says he always knew Los Angeles wasn't where he belonged Antonio Banderas is getting real about why he ditched Los Angeles to move back to his hometown in Spain. During a recent interview with People, the 65-year-old explained he originally moved to Los Angeles to be with Melanie Griffith after the two fell in love. She had two young children at the time and couldn't relocate to Spain. "Those were beautiful, exciting years. But I always had this sense of provisionality that it was not going to last my whole life," Banderas said. "I knew that Málaga was there, my hometown. I was not supposed to be in Malibu, but in Málaga." Griffith and Banderas went on to marry in 1996, just one year after making a connection on set of the 1995 movie "Two Much." Not long after tying the knot, the two welcomed their daughter, Stella, in September 1996. 'FIRE COUNTRY' STAR DIANE FARR LEAVES LOS ANGELES AFTER 30 YEARS TO START HER 'THIRD ACT' The two were married for 18 years before Griffith filed for divorce in June 2014, citing irreconcilable differences. They went on to finalize their divorce a little over a year later, in December 2015. "When we separated, we were always very sincere. And now she is, if not my best friend, one of my best friends," Banderas explained. While married to Griffith, Banderas was stepfather to her two children, Alexander Bauer and actress Dakota Johnson. When speaking to E! News in February 2025, Banderas admitted he "would love to work with Dakota someday," not only because she is his family, but "because she's a good actress." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "She's a good actress in many different ways, because she's a great comedian, too," he said. "She developed now her career more in drama, but I remember when she did a TV show called Ben and Kate that I got a lot of fun [out of seeing] her on the screen, because she got the rhythm of comedy, too." Banderas is currently starring in the Anthony Bourdain biopic "Tony," but got his big break in mainstream American films in the 1993 movie "Philadelphia." He went on to star in "Interview with the Vampire," "Desperado," "The Mask of Zorro" and others, including "Pain and Glory" in 2020, which earned him an Academy Award nomination. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER During an interview with The Times in March, Banderas reflected on the early days of his career, and recalled being told upon his arrival in Hollywood that he was there "like the Blacks and the Hispanics, to play the bad guys." "The problem was, a few years later, I had a mask, hat, sword and cape and the bad guy was Captain Love, who was blond and had blue eyes," he said. "Even more important is 'Puss in Boots,' because it's for young kids. They see a cat that has a Spanish, even an Andalusian accent, and he's a good guy." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a95c2c5335ae10448d5e Four criminally underrated guitarists from the 1980s that are guaranteed to melt your face off te 2026-08-08T22:10:36.683Z Four criminally underrated guitarists from the 1980s that are guaranteed to melt your face off This opinion might land me in some hot water with music purists everywhere, but I believe the greatest era of guitar wizardry came in the 1980s. The decade featured some of the most revered and celebrated virtuosos to ever walk the planet, both critically and commercially. But for every Eddie Van Halen or Randy Rhoads, there were plenty of other face-melters who existed in some form of relative obscurity compared to their more famous counterparts. BARRY MANILOW RESCHEDULES CONCERT 45 MINUTES BEFORE START AMID ONGOING LUNG CANCER RECOVERY That's not to say the bands these guitarists were in weren't successful in their own right, but if you were to ask a mainstream pop-listener from the era who these guys were, chances are you'd get looks of befuddlement. Which is a shame, because these guys were just as talented (if not more talented) than some of the more popular axe-slingers of the 80s. And hey, since I love you dear readers so much, I decided to include a bonus guest pick from my good buddy and fellow guitar junkie, Matt Reigle! With that said, here are four (plus one) of the most criminally underrated guitarists from the Decade of Decadence. Of all the late 80s hair metal groups who got unfairly characterized as a bunch of no-talent hacks, Winger might be the most egregious victim. It's a fairly famous story by now, but some combination of Beavis and Butt-head roasting their nerdy friend for wearing a Winger shirt and Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich throwing darts at a picture of the hair band's frontman Kip Winger effectively ruined any credibility the band had. Which is a shame, because, with all due respect to the members of Metallica, whom I have a great deal of respect for, the members of Winger could play circles around them. Chief among those talented members is guitarist Reb Beach, whose buttery smooth legato tapping runs and percussive riffs like the one from hit-single "Seventeen" made him an underground guitar god in his own right. Unfortunately, Winger committed the mortal sins of having a pretty boy lead singer and painfully cheesy videos (even by 80s standards), so most people dismissed them and Beach as cheap imitators. Though his time in the spotlight was brief, any of guitar-oriented hair metal knows Beach is one of the more technically accomplished shredders of his era, Mike Judge be damned. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Their eponymous debut features some tasty licks and haunting solos and should be an immediate listen for any fans of the genre. Metal acts from far off lands was nothing new even back in the mid-80s, as fellow Axis Power Germany showed us with groups like Accept and, more importantly, Scorpions, but Japan's Loudness filled the void of bands who melted face from the Land of the Rising Sun. The group featured a singer who barely spoke a lick of English, so if you were looking for a hair metal act with poetic, introspective lyrics, you might want to search elsewhere (or pick a different genre entirely). What they lacked in lyrical depth they made up for with crushing riffs and explosive solos courtesy of their fleet-fingered lead guitarist and founding member Akira Takasaki. The first time I heard Loudness was on Satellite Radio driving back to college one weekend. The song in question was perhaps their most well-known, "Crazy Nights," off their 1985 glam metal masterpiece "Thunder in the East." I was blown away by the balls on display from Takasaki's guitar tone and immediately went home and looked the band up only to be shocked to find out they hailed from Japan. Takasaki's incendiary lead stylings and creative riffing likely inspired a million bedroom guitar players in Japan alone, and he has definitely influenced my tastes over the years as well. The Sunset Strip is famous for producing hundreds of wildly talented shredders in the late 70s and early 80s, with the aforementioned Eddie Van Halen likely taking the crown as the king of Los Angeles-area guitarists from that era. One six-stringed genius who came up right alongside Eddie was none other than George Lynch, lead guitarist extraordinaire from the hair metal band Dokken. Dokken had everything you could want in a popular metal act in the early-to-mid 80s: a charismatic frontman, an untouchable lead guitar player, memorable songs, and catchy riffs. The only problem is that the two principal members, Lynch and lead singer Don Dokken, absolutely despised each other, and that friction led to the band imploding right before their rocket went from "popular" to "superstars." Despite this, Dokken released plenty of material beloved by both guitar tech-heads and leg warmer-wearing chicks of the 80s, and Lynch etched out a spot in metal history with his blistering solo runs and deceptively heavy hooks. Mr. Scary himself is often seen as the third head in the Sunset Strip triumvirate of himself, Van Halen and Rhoads, and anyone worth their salt in the guitar community has absolutely counted him as an influence in their playing. I know I've invoked his name quite a bit throughout this article, but Eddie Van Halen is my favorite guitarist of all-time. He has been the most influential on my personal style of playing by far and his band is my number one by a country mile. With all that being said, many people may be surprised to learn that my second-favorite axe-slinger is none other than Ratt's Warren DeMartini. The guy had it all: rip-roaring solos, creative and catchy riffs, and a cool, calm, and collected demeanor that had many tabbing him as the 1980s' answer to Joe Perry. DeMartini was a principal songwriter on two of Ratt's biggest hits, "Round and Round" and "Lay It Down," showing that he had a knack for crafting radio-friendly tunes just as much as he had a mastery of the fretboard. Ratt had lasting popular appeal throughout the 80s, but it was always a case of the sum being more notorious than its parts, so DeMartini never got the acclaim he rightly deserved. Their first three full-length albums, "Out of the Cellar," "Invasion of Your Privacy" and "Dancing Undercover," represent some of the finest pop-metal the era had to offer, and several students of the 80s guitar scene will often cite these as quasi-sacred texts from which they pull inspiration quite often. There are plenty of guitar heroes in the Big 4 thrash metal bands like James Hetfield, Kirk Hammett, Kerry King, Jeff Hanneman, Dave Mustaine, Marty Friedman and Scott Ian. But while Ian gets most of the attention in Anthrax due to him being the band leader and a monster rhythm player, someone had to play the leads on the band’s biggest songs like "Caught in a Mosh," "Indians" and "Madhouse." That was Dan Spitz. Spitz played on every Anthrax album from their debut, "Fistful of Metal," to 1993’s "Sound of White Noise." He briefly reunited with the band in the mid-aughts, but I think he gets overlooked because he wasn’t in the band for the re-appreciation of classic thrash that came about through the 2010s. Spitz brought some unique flavor to Anthrax. His leads and contributions to the band’s famous forays into rap metal are huge. He was responsible for the short acoustic piece, "A.D.I.," which serves as the intro to the song "Horror of it All." It’s a real change-up on the album with some really solid, Middle Eastern-inspired playing. But I think the high-water mark is his lead on the song "Only" from "Sound of White Noise." It’s an absolute monster solo that can rip your face off through the first two-thirds, then shifts gears into a section with some of the most deliciously wah-soaked melodic phrasing you’ll ever hear. It’s so, so good. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a95c2c5335ae10448d55 Tori Spelling poses in racy bikini top as she addresses Jennie Garth podcast departure te 2026-08-08T22:10:36.182Z Tori Spelling poses in racy bikini top as she addresses Jennie Garth podcast departure Tori Spelling is taking an "intermission" while navigating a new chapter in her life and career. The 53-year-old actress shared a new photo of herself posing outdoors in a black halter-style bikini top and oversized denim shorts. The "90210" alum accessorized with layered gold necklaces, oversized black sunglasses and green sandals as she stood on a sunlit wooden deck surrounded by trees and distant hills. "Intermission," she captioned the post. TORI SPELLING LIVING IN A 'BORDERLINE HOARDER' HOME AS LIVING CONDITIONS WORSEN The brief message comes as Spelling steps away from one of the projects that kept her closely connected to her "Beverly Hills, 90210" past. Spelling recently confirmed that she is no longer participating in "90210MG," the rewatch podcast she launched with former co-star Jennie Garth in 2020. The "90210MG" podcast launched in November 2020, with Spelling and Garth revisiting "Beverly Hills, 90210" from the beginning and sharing memories from their years on the hit teen drama. The rewatch has taken listeners back to West Beverly High, the Peach Pit and other memorable moments from the series while offering behind-the-scenes stories from the cast. Nearly six years after its launch, the podcast is currently working its way through Season 8 of the show's 10-season run. Spelling's departure means she will not continue alongside Garth for the final stretch of the rewatch. Spelling addressed her departure more directly during a recent episode of Brian Austin Green's "Hump Day Live," a weekly video series that streams on the Origami Network. When Green suggested she needed "a little time" to gather her thoughts about the situation, Spelling agreed. "I like the way you phrased that," she said. "Yeah. You want to really take the time, really assess, really reflect and then be able to speak your truth in a thoughtful way instead of a reactive way." Green noted that he tries to avoid ruling anything out permanently, while Spelling did not directly say whether she could eventually return to the podcast. Instead, she encouraged fans to continue supporting Garth and co-host Amy Sugarman. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER "Please, please, please keep watching," Spelling said. "Jennie and Amy [Sugarman] are doing it. They’re bringing on tons of fun hosts, so please keep watching it." The exchange also highlighted Spelling’s enduring friendship with Green, who played her on-screen love interest David Silver opposite her Donna Martin on "Beverly Hills, 90210." The two recently reunited for what Spelling called a "Play date," sharing photos together on Instagram and prompting nostalgic reactions from fans. "David and Donna together again.💕 so awesome that you two have remained friends all these years," one commenter wrote. Spelling has also been openly affectionate about her decades-long bond with Green. For his birthday in July, she shared a tribute reflecting on how their friendship has evolved since their days working together on the hit series. "He’s a little bit VINYL… I’m a little bit THREAD 🎵💃🏼. Happy Birthday @brianaustingreen," Spelling wrote. "What a dream it’s been to grow with you. I’d choose you every lifetime. I love you with every ounce of my being. Don’t ever stop pushing me to be the best version of myself and I promise to never stop making you laugh! xo" Spelling and Green's bond stretches back to their teenage years on "Beverly Hills, 90210," where they spent a decade playing fan-favorite couple Donna and David. Their relationship wasn't limited to the screen, with the co-stars becoming romantically involved early in the show's run. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Their lives eventually moved in different directions, and the two went years without communicating after the series ended. They have since found their way back to a close friendship, with Green now among the people Spelling has turned to while navigating changes in her personal and professional life. Spelling’s decision to leave "90210MG" came with two seasons remaining in the podcast’s effort to rewatch all 10 seasons of the original series. Garth addressed Spelling’s departure during the July 31 episode of "90210MG," admitting she was disappointed they wouldn't complete the rewatch together. "I’m sad that she’s not finishing this out with us. We started this together. I’m sad about that, if I’m honest," Garth said. However, she also expressed support for her former co-star’s decision. TORI SPELLING SETS THE RECORD STRAIGHT ON 30 YEARS OF PLASTIC SURGERY RUMORS "I’m really happy for her," Garth said. "I’m excited for her to choose herself." Sugarman said Spelling’s departure was her own decision. "This was 100 percent her decision," she said. She added that the team could be disappointed by Spelling’s departure while still supporting whatever comes next. "We can be really bummed, disappointed that she’s not going to do seasons 9 and 10 with us, with you, while still wanting her to be happy and to be excited for her about the things she is working on and does want to do," Sugarman said. Spelling has not yet shared the full reason behind her exit, making clear that she wants time to process the decision before saying more. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a95b2c5335ae10448d4c University of Michigan plans to shield 2027 freshman letter grades from transcripts in new mental health plan te 2026-08-08T22:10:35.678Z University of Michigan plans to shield 2027 freshman letter grades from transcripts in new mental health plan Freshmen at the University of Michigan next year are set to get a semester-long break from having letter grades appear on their transcripts, as school officials look for new ways to combat the "mental health crisis" affecting higher education. Starting in fall 2027, incoming first-year students enrolled in the public research university's College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA) will have their first-semester grades designated as pass or no credit on their transcripts in an attempt to "curb the mental health crisis unfolding among college-aged individuals," according to the university. "Our goal is to help first-year students acclimate to the demands of college and allow intrinsic motivations to guide personally meaningful academic journeys — core elements of a liberal arts and sciences education," the statement continued. EDUCATION SECRETARY LINDA MCMAHON RIPS CALIFORNIA TRANS ATHLETE ‘COMPROMISE,’ TELLS NEWSOM TO ‘PICK A SIDE’ The LSA, which is the largest of the university’s 19 colleges and serves approximately 19,700 undergraduate students, will provide students with their letter grades throughout the semester — but will not include the final average on their transcripts. Transcripts will instead show a "P" for pass or "NC" for no credit. The covered grades will not be factored into students' grade point averages, a move university officials say will give first-year students greater freedom to explore academically. "For example, they can explore a subject that may not come easily to them or take a course in a new field without the fear that a low grade may have long-term consequences," the university added. " LSA is investing in students’ well-being and growth by fostering a culture of connection and collaboration — rather than competition." HARVARD FACULTY VOTE TO CAP 'A' GRADES AT 20% IN SWEEPING EFFORT TO COMBAT DECADES OF GRADE INFLATION Under the new policy, university officials will keep students' first-semester letter grades internally for administrative purposes, including academic advising, potential academic awards and scholarships, internship and other professional applications, athletic eligibility, compliance reporting, degree progress and financial aid determinations. Additionally, the 2027 policy only applies to incoming freshmen enrolled in the LSA, with school officials adding there is no opt-out option. "An opt-in structure would defeat the purpose of facilitating students’ transition to campus, supporting mental health and well-being, and bolstering intrinsic motivations for learning," the university said. Michigan is now the latest in a small group of schools throughout the country that have chosen to enact similar policies, including Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Swarthmore College and the California Institute of Technology. CALIFORNIA PROFESSOR ARGUES NEED FOR 'OBJECTIVE MEASURES' AFTER STATE DROPS ACT/SAT REQUIREMENT While the program is aimed at supporting students’ mental health, psychotherapist Jonathan Alpert believes it runs the risk of doing more harm than good. "We’re raising a generation of students to believe that discomfort is dangerous," Alpert, author of "Therapy Nation," told Fox News Digital. "It isn’t. A bad grade can be upsetting, embarrassing and stressful. That’s not a mental health emergency. That’s college." CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Alpert went on to add that while the policy was created to relieve students of the pressure and stress from the first semester of college, it could actually risk harming their preparedness for life outside of the learning environment. "This is therapy culture invading the classroom. We’ve spent years turning normal human emotions into symptoms. Stress becomes a mental health issue," Alpert said, adding, "College should be one of the places where young people discover that they’re tougher than they think." "A bad grade isn't psychological harm," Alpert continued. "Sometimes it's the wake-up call a student needs." Fox News Digital reached out to the University of Michigan for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a95b2c5335ae10448d43 The Hitchhiker’s Guide to what the Senate did and didn’t do overnight te 2026-08-08T22:10:35.196Z The Hitchhiker’s Guide to what the Senate did and didn’t do overnight The Senate wrapped up its summer session at 4:57 a.m. ET. Senators knocked two major items off their checklist. They confirmed Todd Blanche as the nation’s 88th Attorney General.  They also approved a bipartisan interim spending bill that likely goes a long way toward preventing a government shutdown in October. But nearly as important as what senators accomplished is what didn’t get done. REPORTER'S NOTEBOOK: SUMMER ENDS, BUT THE SENATE'S FALL CRUNCH BEGINS The Senate did not stay in session and attempt to pass the SAVE America Act.  In fact, there was not even procedural stunting by the pro-SAVE America Act Republicans, who advocated blowing up the August recess. TRUMP PUMPS BRAKES ON SENATE BUDGET PLAN, DELAYING GOP SAVE AMERICA PUSH Moreover, the Senate did not take a vote on a budget framework which could enable them to eventually tack on some election integrity measures – and pass them at a later date in a bill not subject to a filibuster. Expect some conservatives to rail against the Senate for not working this out.  The SAVE America Act continues to lack votes. However, advocates of the bill can use the decision by the Senate to leave town without passing it as an opportunity to apply pressure on its opponents. That said, the Senate did take a test vote on a more narrow voter ID bill backed by Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio. The Senate blocked that bill.  But the test vote got Democrats on the record for opposing it. And giving Husted a vote on his measure was a tactical move to boost his chances in a competitive race this fall against former Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio. The Senate did not take a test vote on the bipartisan bill to regulate money for intercollegiate athletics – despite the endorsement by the Big 10 and SEC.  PROTECT COLLEGE SPORTS ACT STALLS IN OVERNIGHT SENATE SHOWDOWN, VOTE PUSHED TO SEPTEMBER AFTER CHAOTIC EVENING In fact, President Trump even implored the Senate to stay in session in August to pass the bill authored by Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Cruz, R-Texas, and Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., the top Democrat on the panel.  The legislation was beset by an internecine fight among Republicans about whether the legislation kept men from competing in women’s sports.  The President published a full-throated endorsement of the legislation Friday night, declaring that the measure did go far enough. "Anyone who tells you otherwise is lying," wrote the President on Truth Social.  In an overnight statement, Cruz said that the bill was still in play. "The good news is that when the Senate returns in September, the Protect College Sports Act will be one of our first orders of business, having locked in a vote," said Cruz. However, no vote is officially secured on the Senate docket. But what about a test vote on a bill to regulate cryptocurrency? It was thought that the Senate might pursue that bill in the closing days of the summer session. But the differences were just too wide to close.  However, Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., teed up a procedural vote on cryptocurrency for September 15. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a95a2c5335ae10448d3a Everyone wants what one minor league baseball team put out as a hilarious tribute to the Carolina Hurricanes te 2026-08-08T22:10:34.592Z Everyone wants what one minor league baseball team put out as a hilarious tribute to the Carolina Hurricanes I love minor league sports. That's because, while at the top levels they're often worried about taking political stands to the point that the WNBA is like, "Meh, we're not going to slam the door on letting fellas play just yet," minor league teams have to focus on putting butts in seats. The best way to do that is with fun promotions. So, that's what we're getting from one minor league ballclub's unintentionally — or, I think more likely, intentionally — hilarious tribute sweaters to the Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes. The Fayetteville Woodpeckers — the Single-A affiliate of the Houston Astros — don't play too far from Raleigh, home of the Hurricanes. So, it makes sense that they would want to bathe in the warm glow of a Stanley Cup win. And the best way to do that? This phenomenal jersey! I know what it says. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Imagine wearing that jersey outside a 100-mile radius of Fayetteville. There's a good chance no one will have any clue why you own a hockey sweater that says "PECKERS" across the front. And, frankly, I don't think it's anyone's business. You do you, pal. I also get the feeling at least one kid will have to take a detour to the principal's office or flip their jersey inside-out in a couple of weeks when school gets underway. I promise you, some humorless school marm who only knows baseball from Ernest Lawrence Thayer's 1888 poem, "Casey at the Bat," won't get it (but will somehow still understand that "pecker" is a slang term for male genitalia). SIGN UP TO GET THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS STAY "FEARLESS" ON THE GO! TAKE TOMI LAHREN WITH YOU. DOWNLOAD THE TLIF PODCAST NOW! But the public response has been about as good as the organization could hope for. You rarely do anything on the internet that garners universal acclaim — trust me; I know — but I think the Peckers sweater may have done it. Unfortunately, unless the plans change, only the first 1,350 fans at the Woodpeckers' game on August 15 will be able to cop them. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a95a2c5335ae10448d31 WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert sends trans inclusion memo after Enes Freedom, Royce White announcements te 2026-08-08T22:10:34.048Z WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert sends trans inclusion memo after Enes Freedom, Royce White announcements WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert sent a letter to teams on Friday addressing concerns over the inclusion of transgender athletes in the league as two former NBA players announced their intentions to declare for the next WNBA Draft. "I know many of you have received questions in recent weeks regarding transgender athlete participation in women’s basketball, and I expect this topic will continue to receive significant attention," Engelbert wrote in the memo, per The Associated Press. "I wanted to reach out to share how we are approaching these conversations at the league office and to thank those of you who have responded to questions from the media with thoughtfulness and professionalism." THE WNBA HAS LIMITED OPTIONS AFTER TWO MEN DECLARED FOR THE DRAFT, AND THOSE OPTIONS AREN'T GREAT Engelbert went on to call the debate "nuanced." "We recognize that this is a complex and nuanced topic, and we will continue to have important conversations with all of you and the Players Association in the weeks and months ahead," Engelbert said in the memo. "We also plan to convene additional discussions and offer listening sessions for any team leaders who would like to participate. Your perspectives and feedback are invaluable, and I appreciate those who have already reached out to share their thoughts." Engelbert's memo came on the same day that two former NBA pros, Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White, said they plan to declare for the 2027 WNBA Draft. The announcements became the top trending topic across social media, as sports fans across the world mocked the WNBA for its policy that doesn't clearly define who is allowed to play in the league based on genetic sex. The WNBA players’ association also released a statement on social media Friday that emphasized diversity and inclusion while saying the group "will not be used as political pawns." WNBPA ISSUES STATEMENT EMBRACING DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION AMID TRANS ATHLETE DEBATE IN WOMEN'S SPORTS "We embrace justice equity, diversity, and inclusion," the statement read. "Those are the values that unite this Union and allow it to protect women’s sports while creating transformational change. Hate, abuse, and demonization of any person or group of people, including transgender people, only fuel fear, division, and harm. We will continue to have hard conversations. But we will not be used as political pawns." The entire WNBA has become the epicenter for the national debate on trans athletes in women's sports in recent weeks after Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham, a fan favorite teammate of Caitlin Clark, revealed her stance supporting the protection of women's sports in an ESPN interview in July. Since then, four head coaches have gone on record with responses to questions about the issues, with two of them, Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve and Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase, appearing to support the inclusion of trans athletes in women's sports. Now, Kanter and White's entrance into the conversation has amplified the discussion across the sports realm, and it appears that Engelbert now has to address the issues. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9592c5335ae10448d23 Heartbroken fathers find divine hope in secret notes left by girls killed in Camp Mystic flood te 2026-08-08T22:10:33.485Z Heartbroken fathers find divine hope in secret notes left by girls killed in Camp Mystic flood One year after flash flooding at Camp Mystic took 28 lives, three fathers are sharing how their young daughters’ private faith continues to lift their families. Speaking on "Saturday in America," Ryan DeWitt, Wade Lytal and Cole Naylor shared how their daughters' deep-rooted faith has sustained them through tragedy. DeWitt and Lytal said they found journals their daughters left behind filled with Bible verses, prayers and messages to God, bringing them comfort as they grieved. "We knew that she was deeply rooted in her faith, but she wasn't outward about it or braggadocious about it. She just felt it. She felt very deeply," Ryan DeWitt said of his daughter Molly, who was 9 years old when she died in the floods. "She just had the biggest heart, and we taught her as much as we could, but there was certainly something else at play, and that was her faith, and it was comforting. As difficult as those days were and still are, it's comforting to know how close she was to God," he added. DEVASTATED MOTHER BLAMES SOFT-ON-CRIME POLICIES AFTER CAREER CRIMINAL IS CHARGED IN SON’S DEATH The fathers each recalled moments when they learned more about the depth of their daughters’ faith. DeWitt shared that Molly kept notebooks under her bed filled with hand-drawn crosses and Bible verses, including one page that read, "I can do anything through Christ." Wade Lytal recalled entering the bedroom of his 8-year-old daughter, Kellyanne, weeks after the tragedy and pulling open a drawer to find a journal entry that read, "Jesus I love you. Thank you for dying on the cross for all of our sins." "I think that's the most important responsibility that we have as parents is making sure that, you know, our children are raised to love the Lord," Lytal said. YOUNG TEXAS CAMP SURVIVOR DESCRIBES HARROWING MOMENT SHE PREPARED FOR WORST DURING DEADLY FLOOD Lytal said that after the flood, he no longer believes in coincidences and views finding her journal as a gift during a dark time. "We were going through her things and the first drawer I pulled open, that was the notebook that was in there. We saw what she wrote, and it did bring some comfort to us in a very, very dark moment in our life," he said. Cole Naylor, father of 8-year-old Wynne, emphasized that reliance on daily prayer has carried his family through the loss. He shared that he refuses to speak about his daughter in the past tense, standing firm in the promise that they will be reunited. "Our girls are very much alive," Naylor said. "They are more alive than any one of us are. Alive in heaven, we don't get to see them, we don't get to touch them, we don’t get to kiss them anymore, but they're with us, and we will see them again." CAMP MYSTIC PULLS PLAN TO REOPEN THIS SUMMER AFTER BACKLASH FROM GRIEVING FAMILIES In April, Camp Mystic announced it would not be reopening for the 2026 season despite having previously planned to welcome hundreds of girls back to the property. "No administrative process or summer season should move forward while families continue to grieve," the camp said in a statement. "This decision is intended to remove any doubt that Camp Mystic has heard the concerns expressed by grieving families, members of the Texas House and Senate investigating committees and citizens across our state. Respect for those voices requires that we step back now." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9582c5335ae10448d1a 'Harry Potter' actor says OnlyFans videos earned her more than her entire acting career te 2026-08-08T22:10:32.963Z 'Harry Potter' actor says OnlyFans videos earned her more than her entire acting career "Harry Potter" star, Jessie Cave, is opening up about how joining OnlyFans "saved" her and her family. During a recent interview with The Times, the 39-year-old actress shared how much money she's made from the subscription-based social media platform, noting she has "earned more, easily, than my entire acting career within one year." "I thought I’d make five grand, be on it for a few months, and it would buy me time to work out what we’re going to do," she shared. "But it’s now been over a year and a half, and it’s genuinely saved our lives." The actress charges subscribers $6 a month for non-explicit "hair content," which includes videos of her fully-clothed, brushing her hair while dressed in costumes, braiding it, tying it in a ponytail or anything else her followers want to see. ‘AMERICAN PIE’ ALUM SHANNON ELIZABETH TURNS TO ONLYFANS FOR ‘FRESH START’ AS DIVORCE UNFOLDS Cave had her big break in Hollywood playing Lavender Brown in the final three films in the Harry Potter franchise, from 2009 to 2011. She later appeared as a guest in a number of projects, including "Black Mirror" and "Industry," and worked on the stage. Her decision to transition to OnlyFans came after she was rejected by a callback audition, and her need to support herself and her four children, who she shares with her fiancé, Alfie Brown, admitting "it was a point of complete desperation." "I couldn’t go and, say, work in a supermarket because I can’t afford the childcare, and also I don’t want people shouting Harry Potter spells at me as I work at Tesco," she explained. "I could retrain, but I can’t afford to do a degree. I had a breakdown and I thought, ‘That’s it with acting, I give up.’ But also we have no money." According to The Times, she earned roughly $20,200 in just one day on the platform. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Her one rule when creating her content is that her "hair is the main character," she said. "That's how I justify it. "And yes, [OnlyFans] is largely porn. But there are cooking videos, tarot readings, personal training — it’s just all done with a sexy edge," she added. "It is about wanting some kind of gaze… I wear baggy T-shirts on stage, I’ve never posted a bikini shot, I wear huge glasses. For so long I’ve just been this quirky figure. After having four kids and feeling invisible for so long, that was really appealing to me." Cave said that she can foresee other artists turning to "other platforms to make money when they’re not being an artist." LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS She first spoke out about starting her OnlyFans account in March 2025, writing on her personal Substack account that she started the account in an effort to "get out of debt." "I’ll try for one year," Cave wrote. "My aim? To get the house safe, cover the arsenic/lead wallpaper, build a new roof etc. My aim? To get out of debt. My aim? To empower myself? To prove to those in the past who have misjudged me that I’m not so sweet? To put time into something I never invested in before: self-love." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9582c5335ae10448d11 Graham replacement hopefuls make final pitches before special election: Iran war, DSA, Flock cams and more te 2026-08-08T22:10:32.422Z Graham replacement hopefuls make final pitches before special election: Iran war, DSA, Flock cams and more Nine Republican candidates vying to permanently fill late Sen. Lindsey Graham's Senate seat spoke directly to voters Saturday at an event in Florence County, South Carolina, where they addressed the war with Iran, the rising tide of socialism in the Democratic Party and potential privacy concerns around Flock cameras. The event was hosted by Alan Wilson, South Carolina's Republican gubernatorial nominee, who pitched the gathering a kind of "speed dating," since each candidate was given six minutes to address the crowd. The special Republican Senate primary is coming up on Aug. 11, which made Saturday's event one of the last chances for the candidates to make their closing arguments to voters. Here's what they chose to focus on in their elevator pitches. REPUBLICANS DEFY TRUMP, JUMP INTO SOUTH CAROLINA SENATE RACE DESPITE HIS HANDPICKED SUCCESSOR Sen. Darline Graham — who was chosen to finish out her brother's term after his death in July — was the last to speak but was quick to tell attendees that she intended to earn their votes. "I'm not a politician. I never wanted to be a politician. But like Lindsey, I have a servant's heart. I am a hard worker. And yes, I have President Trump's endorsement, but I know I have to earn your votes," she said at the beginning of her speech. She emphasized that she was not a "DEI" candidate, hyping her experience running the South Carolina Commission for the Blind, a state agency with a $90 million budget and dozens of employees. "We help blind people and people with disabilities get jobs so that they don't have to rely on the government. How is that DEI?" she said. TRUMP MAY HAVE ENDORSED DARLINE GRAHAM, BUT GOP SENATE HOPEFULS AREN’T BACKING DOWN She also made sure to highlight issues she and President Donald Trump agree on, including keeping transgender girls out of female sports, standing with Israel, supporting implementing voter ID through the SAVE Act and ending blanket birthright citizenship. Graham briefly touched on socialism within the Democratic Party, calling it a problem that has to be stopped. She also described Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., as crazy. Her speech concluded by answering a question about Flock cameras, which can automatically read license plates and are being installed all over the country. "I need to look into that one, because there's two sides to that story. I know that some people are concerned about privacy and protecting their privacy, and I'm all for protecting the privacy of U.S. citizens. The other side of it is, if there's an emergency situation that an ambulance can be called quicker, and it can save lives," Graham said. "I'm going to be honest. That's a hard one for me. So I want to look into it a little bit more." Rep. Ralph Norman, R-S.C., focused on his frustration with the Senate, calling it the place where "good bills go to die." He proposed overhauling the Senate's rules to get measures like the SAVE Act passed. "I will use my, whatever expertise I have to go to the Senate and force the vote, whether it's blowing up the filibuster or having a walking filibuster or getting with the parliamentarian and changing some of these stupid, arcane rules that the Senate has," Norman said. The Senate filibuster allows a minority of senators to delay or block most legislation, effectively requiring 60 votes to advance a bill and making it harder for a narrow majority to enact its agenda. TRUMP'S VOTER ID BILL CATCHES UNLIKELY BREAK AS MCCONNELL REMAINS SIDELINED Following his remarks, Norman was asked a question about the extent to which AI data centers should be regulated. He said the federal government should not have a role but appeared to disagree with Trump's recent full-throated support of bringing data centers to communities around the country. "Do I think it's bad for the community? Yes. Do I think it hurts the environment? Yes. And I will do whatever I can," Norman said. The key takeaway from former Myrtle Beach Mayor Mark McBride's speech is that he broke away from Trump's position on the war with Iran. "Y'all, there is something we have to address if we're going to win in November," McBride said. "We need to end the war. We need to end the war now." "We just have to admit we've lost the war. We've lost this battle," he continued. "Come home and regroup for another day." He then addressed the crowd, saying: "There's not one of y'all in here who voted for President Trump a year and a half ago because this is where you thought we would be." RETIRED LT. COL. RUNNING FOR CONGRESS BACKS TRUMP IRAN STRATEGY: 'HE'S ENDING A 47-YEAR CONFLICT' Sam Shepherd, an engineer, inventor and entrepreneur, took the opposite approach to McBride, claiming he is "more conservative than Trump." Shepherd cast himself as someone who has the skills to fix complex issues within the bureaucracy and the military. He also took a moment to one-up Elon Musk, the former head of the Department of Government Efficiency, arguing he had more patents than the Tesla billionaire. "I've actually authored more patents than Elon Musk. I have 44. I'm asking for you to bring common sense back to the government," Shepherd said. Rep. Russell Fry, R-S.C., spent much of his speech tying the affordability issues Americans are facing to "onerous regulations." "We see this on farms. We see this in every manner of our government — regulations strangle us," he said. "You've got to get government out of the way if we're going to solve this affordability crisis." In response to a question about how he would secure the border if elected, Fry started off by attacking former President Joe Biden's work ethic and praising Trump's. "You actually have to have a president who's awake for more than four hours a day, right? We went from a president who slept for 20 and was awake for four, to a president who is awake for 20 and sleeps for four," Fry said. Fry said he would work to close "loopholes Biden used" to grant thousands of Haitians and Nicaraguans asylum in the U.S. Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford zeroed in on the ballooning national debt, which is about to reach a staggering $40 trillion. Sanford, who also twice served as South Carolina congressman, said the debt is incomprehensible and unsustainable. "We've got a federal government that goes out and spends money it doesn't have, and then it turns around, and it prints money that's not there," Sanford said. He argued that the growing national debt is inextricably linked to Americans reaching financial and life milestones later in life. "The average age to buy a house, not that long ago, was 39 years of age, just 15 years ago. Today, that number is 59. In 15 years, it slid back 20 years, which is to say the American dream is becoming that much more difficult — whether it's my four boys or y'all's kids or grandkids out there," Sanford said. Mark Lynch, a businessman, was another candidate who favored getting rid of the filibuster. He also said he wouldn’t "take a penny from AIPAC," making him one of the few candidates, along with McBride, to stake out a position at odds with the field’s staunch support for Israel. Lynch's "number one" issue was his strong opposition to abortion. He talked at length about how he has spent time convincing women not to go through with terminating their pregnancies and how he has lobbied state legislators to toughen abortion restrictions. Danny Ford II, the son of the championship-winning former head football coach at Clemson University, was the first to address Flock cameras and the potential privacy issues they raise. He also talked about rapid data center development getting "out of control." "It's getting pushed straight down our citizens' throats without any say so," he said. On the issue of data centers, Ford said they need to be sustainable, produce their own power and not "leave a stain on South Carolina." Glenda Gail Parker, a retired budget analyst with the U.S. Air Force, described herself as a conservative independent who leans Republican, but broke with Trump on energy policy, saying the country needs to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels. In response to a question about how she would ensure South Carolina farmers get the assistance they need after natural disasters, Parker said she would work to mitigate "the climate extremes that we are experiencing now." "And I do that by reducing our consumption of fossil fuels, and lower[ing] the demand for fossil fuels. In fact, today I want to challenge the oil and gas companies," Parker said. "Those companies that are interested in longevity must realize that they are in the energy business, not the oil and gas business. And so I would like to challenge the oil and gas businesses to clean up their image." She concluded by saying the U.S. needs to pursue solar, wind, geothermal energy and hydropower. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9572c5335ae10448d08 James Carville responds to 'vicious' progressive Democrats trying to drive him out of the party te 2026-08-08T22:10:31.867Z James Carville responds to 'vicious' progressive Democrats trying to drive him out of the party James Carville fired back at progressives who have suggested that the longtime Democrat leave the party, highlighting growing tensions between the moderate and progressive wings of the Democratic Party. Speaking on "Saturday in America," Carville reacted to clips from Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed's recent appearance on progressive influencer Hasan Piker's Twitch stream. "James Carville fantasizing about leaving the party. I'm like, 'You're sweetening the deal,'" Piker said. El-Sayed responded, "Why does anybody still listen to James Carville? He said one smart thing once, which he seems to have forgotten." HASAN PIKER UNLOADS ON 'ISLAMOPHOBIC PIECES OF S---' DEMOCRATS AS EL-SAYED FACES PARTY UNITY TEST Carville feigned distress, saying, "I don't know what I can do. I can't take it, please mama help me," before adding, "Such vicious people, wow." El-Sayed, a progressive backed by Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., narrowly defeated Rep. Haley Stevens in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary Tuesday and will face Republican Mike Rogers in November. Sanders defended El-Sayed and Piker on CNN, saying that if Carville doesn't want to share a party with progressives, "he can start his own party." Carville responded by pointing to Sanders' status as an independent and past electoral defeats. "When he was a socialist, I was a Democrat," Carville said. "I'm still a Democrat. Is he one now? I have no idea. I do know that maybe he has some animosity, because he tried twice to get the Democratic nomination for president, and he failed rather spectacularly both times." BERNIE SANDERS TELLS JAMES CARVILLE TO START HIS OWN PARTY AS MODERATE DEMS WARN AGAINST 'EMBRACING EXTREMISM' Carville has repeatedly warned about the influence of progressives in the Democratic Party and previously told "The Sunday Briefing" that he would not remain in the party if far-left figures like Piker became a larger force. JD VANCE WARNS 'LIMOUSINE SOCIALISTS' WILL DESTROY MICHIGAN AUTO JOBS, DEPRESS AMERICAN WAGES "Look, I think that these, the progressive left, they're very tech people. I think they've come up with an AI random stupid idea generator," Carville said when asked about Francesca Hong, a progressive candidate for governor of Wisconsin. "And I think the stupid idea generator can think of things that humans can't, like canceling Thanksgiving or being against interracial dating. So, I'm just waiting for the next stupid idea AI generator that comes out," he added. Fox News Digital reached out to Sanders, El-Sayed's campaign, Hong's campaign and Piker for comment. Despite his concerns about progressives in the party, Carville said he thinks El-Sayed will win the Michigan Senate seat. "[El-Sayed's] got some slack. He'd probably use every bit of it, but I still think he's going to win," Carville added. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9572c5335ae10448cff Fauci in the congressional wringer: a test for Trump's newly-minted Attorney General te 2026-08-08T22:10:31.338Z Fauci in the congressional wringer: a test for Trump's newly-minted Attorney General Contempt of Congress. It sounds bad. And it usually is. But what does it mean? Holding someone in contempt of Congress usually stems from them refusing to testify before a House or Senate committee or declining to provide documents and information requested by lawmakers. Especially if someone rejects an inquest by subpoena.  REPORTER'S NOTEBOOK: WHY FAUCI'S 111 FIFTH AMENDMENT PLEAS COULD END UP BEFORE THE COURTS You refuse to cough up the goods, and Congress may try to hold you in contempt. And if you’re held in contempt, lawmakers may send a referral to the Justice Department. That’s kind of a parliamentary suggestion box, informing the feds that House Members or senators believe you’ve earned prosecution.  The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee voted recently to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress for refusing to answer questions at a hearing. The panel issued a subpoena to compel Fauci’s compliance. Republican senators say that’s all the more reason why Fauci should testify. They point to his pardon by then-President Joe Biden. That’s why they believe Fauci was obligated to answer their inquiries. Instead, he invoked the Fifth Amendment. "On the advice of counsel, I respectfully decline to answer based upon my rights under the Fifth Amendment of the Constitution," said Fauci. Twenty-one words. Uttered an astounding 111 times. That’s a grand total of 2,331 words. Fauci never deviated from the script. WATCH: GOP SPLIT OVER RAND PAUL’S DOJ STRATEGY IN FAUCI CONTEMPT PUSH Democrats say it was a Republican ruse. "The goal was to wait for Dr. Fauci to make any kind of misstatement and then have a weaponized Department of Justice file criminal charges for that new statement that would not have been covered by the pardon," said Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-N.H. So the panel took action. It voted 8-5 to hold Fauci in contempt. A party line vote. "I've never voted to hold somebody in contempt. But if there's one person that should be held in contempt, it is Anthony Fauci," said Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla. Sen. Gary Peters, D-Mich., is the ranking Democrat on the Senate Homeland Security Committee. He warned that the GOP gambit is dangerous. "Criminal contempt is punitive. It does not compel a witness to answer questions or produce the documents we'd all like to see. What we'll do is create a damaging precedent that future witnesses will use to resist legitimate Congressional oversight and weaken this committee's ability to compel testimony." Senate Homeland Security Committee Chairman Rand Paul, R-Ky., was unbowed. "We will hand carry this over to the Attorney General. We will hand carry this to the district court here in (the District of) Columbia," said Paul. Even though at the time, the DOJ only had an acting Attorney General. FAUCI'S NEWLY RELEASED COVID DIARIES REVEAL BIZARRE FIXATION ON FAME AS PANDEMIC DEATHS MOUNTED However, Paul was freelancing. He ignored the custom of the entire Senate voting to refer someone to the Justice Department for prosecution. The Kentucky Republican himself previously sent other, unilateral referrals to the DoJ asking for Fauci’s prosecution. But those efforts never even went through committee. Fox can’t locate any precedent for such an independent maneuver. Especially circumventing the Senate floor. Republicans control the Senate. It’s unclear whether there would be 51 votes to hold Fauci in contempt. But there is almost no scenario where the Senate could find 60 votes to break a filibuster on a contempt of Congress resolution of this nature.  This is why Democrats argued that Paul is out of line. "No individual center senator and no committee speaks for the entire Senate as a whole," fumed Peters. "The chairman has also suggested he may attempt to refer this matter to the Department of Justice without approval of the full Senate. That would be even more dangerous and widely unprecedented." The DOJ says it "seriously reviews all Congressional referrals." But Democrats believe the GOP’s disregard for Fauci invoking the Fifth could undermine any prosecution. "It is almost certainly never going to be approved by a court because it violates basic constitutional rights," said Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn. In a statement, Fauci’s attorney, David Schertler, accused Paul of trying to "weaponize the Justice Department" against his client. Democrats asserted that before Fauci’s hearing, Republicans cut them out of their inquiry. "We have been excluded from witness interviews," said Peters. FAUCI HELD IN CONTEMPT AS COVID CELLPHONE LANDS IN HANDS OF SENATE INVESTIGATORS But Republicans say Democrats showed no interest in their findings and revelations. "They have all been uploaded on a website that you were invited to join," said Paul. "You never even asked for the password." However, the Republican inquiry is just starting. Another Senate panel has now obtained a copy of the Health and Human Services phone Fauci used during the pandemic. "It's frustrating we haven't gotten these devices until now. But now we have them," said Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis., on Fox. Johnson says decrypting that phone could answer questions which Fauci refused to address during the hearing. Two interesting developments emerged since Fauci testified in late July. First, the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeannine Pirro dropped her prosecution of former Olympian David Hearn for allegedly vandalizing the Reflecting Pool on the National Mall. President Donald Trump then upbraided Pirro. Does this mean that Pirro is doing things by the book? Would that diminish chances for prosecution of Fauci? Or, since Pirro enraged the president, could she redeem herself by prosecuting Fauci? After all, Trump said he wanted Fauci prosecuted. However, the ultimate decision to prosecute is up to the new Attorney General, Todd Blanche. Sens. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, and Susan Collins, R-Maine, vowed to oppose Fauci. With former Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., out, the GOP couldn’t lose any more votes without tanking the nomination. It boiled down to Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La. – who was undecided. Cassidy announced Friday morning he would vote yea on Blanche. "I am particularly concerned about episodes of apparent lawfare. DoJ bringing suits against political enemies. Presidents of both parties have been guilty of this. It must stop. It should stop now. A never-ending cycle of prosecuting political enemies undermines the rule of law," said Cassidy. "I'm not entirely satisfied where where this is." But Cassidy said he was comfortable enough to confirm Blanche. Democrats will say any prosecution of Fauci is emblematic of the very weaponization which Cassidy fretted about. And this could be a special test case for the new Attorney General. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9562c5335ae10448cf6 Trump’s White House ballroom foes face ‘very tough argument’ at Supreme Court, legal experts say te 2026-08-08T22:10:30.762Z Trump’s White House ballroom foes face ‘very tough argument’ at Supreme Court, legal experts say President Donald Trump could win the legal fight over his planned White House ballroom, say two legal experts who believe the U.S. the Supreme Court could end the case without weighing in on the underlying constitutional issue. In a lengthy social media post Friday, Trump vowed to take the fight over his White House ballroom to the Supreme Court after the D.C. Circuit upheld a lower court order blocking above-ground construction. In a 2-1 decision, the appeals court ruled that the project cannot move forward without Congressional approval. Trump pointed to the dissent written by Judge Neomi Rao, appointed by Trump in his first term, as grounds for appealing the decision to Supreme Court. Rao argued that the plantiffs, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, lack legal standing in the case. The National Trust for Historic Preservation built its case for legal standing around Alison Hoagland, a member who lives near the White House and regularly visits President’s Park. Hoagland said she visits the area about once a month and argued that the proposed ballroom’s size and design would diminish her enjoyment of the area by overshadowing the White House and weakening its aesthetic. TRUMP SAYS WHITE HOUSE BALLROOM RULING JEOPARDIZES LIVES OF FUTURE PRESIDENTS, VOWS SUPREME COURT APPEAL But according to Rao, the National Trust did not establish the kind of injury necessary to invoke the courts’ authority to block the project. "The district court elevated the aesthetic displeasure of a single passerby over the government’s security interests in the ballroom and the security risks of leaving an open construction site at the President’s home and office," Rao wrote. Former Justice Department attorney Abhishek Kambli agreed, telling Fox News Digital the National Trust could face a particularly difficult hurdle on standing at the Supreme Court. He noted that, while Congress created the National Trust, the group still must show that its lawsuit is germaine to its interests. "While they do have ownership of some properties, the President's Park, where the White House East Ballroom is, is not one of them," Kambli said. "And I think that's going to be a very tough argument to sustain, especially with the Supreme Court, that's more likely to agree with Rao than they are the [circuit court] majority, given the makeup of the Supreme Court, and the fact that the Supreme Court is very strict on standing." OBAMA JUDGE RULES ON EFFORT TO BLOCK AMERICA 250 EVENTS AT WH AND LINCOLN MEMORIAL Kambli also suggested that the National Trust faces a strong hurdle in proving it has standing based on aesthetic injury because it would have to prove it actually uses the space where the ballroom is being built . . . "Normally, aesthetic standing requires that you intend to use it," Kambli said. "So, for instance, if you're planning to be visiting the East Ballroom — and even this is kind of a stretch — that's one thing, but if you're someone on the outside that just passes it by, that's a little tougher." A similar standing issue surfaced earlier in July when U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta, an Obama-appointed judge, rejected a lawsuit seeking to block the America 250 UFC event at the White House. He ruled that the plaintiffs had not met the standard of aesthetic harm to establish standing. Hans von Spakovsky, a senior legal fellow at Advancing American Freedom, said he expects Trump to prevail on appeal as well, based on the standing issue. "Under Supreme Court precedent, you cannot bring a claim, you cannot bring a lawsuit, until and unless you can demonstrate a concrete, actual injury," Spakovsky told Fox News Digital. "The idea that a passerby, who claims she will be aesthetically injured because of what she sees at the White House, has an actual injury is absurd, and obviously, and clearly defies that precedent." If the Supreme Court takes the case, it could resolve it without deciding whether the administration had the legal authority to build the ballroom in the first place. TRUMP WARNS JUDGE AGAINST SACRIFICING NATIONAL SECURITY BY BLOCKING WHITE HOUSE BALLROOM, DRONE BASE "The Supreme Court won’t rule on the substantive issue if it can dismiss the case based on a lack of standing by the plaintiffs," von Spakovsky said. "I also don’t know of anyone else who could establish standing to bring a lawsuit. Perhaps Congress could collectively, but the chances of that happening are very slim given the partisan divides in both the House and Senate." The National Trust argued in its lawsuit that federal law requires Congress to approve new construction on federal property in Washington, D.C., while the administration says existing law already gives the president authority to make alterations and improvements to federal property, including the White House. Abhishek agreed with Rao’s reasoning that the terms "alteration" and "improvement" should be understood in their ordinary real-property sense. "For instance, if I have an extension to my house, it doesn't become a new house," Abhishek said. "It's the same house, but that's an improvement done on the house. Or if I tear down some walls and then just create an open living space in my like between my living room and my kitchen, that's also not a new house at that point. "It's the same house, but there was an alteration or an improvement done, so if you're using real property terms, then it's pretty clear how how the statutory authority would make sense," Abhishek continued. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9562c5335ae10448ced As AI reshapes dating, a Jewish organization is betting on the return of the human matchmaker te 2026-08-08T22:10:30.201Z As AI reshapes dating, a Jewish organization is betting on the return of the human matchmaker Artificial intelligence has made it harder to trust what you see online, including on dating apps. Singles are left wondering whether the person they're matching with is who they claim to be, whether their witty messages were written by them or by ChatGPT or whether the profile is even real. Rather than abandoning artificial intelligence (AI) altogether, Chabad, a Jewish organization, is combining it with old-fashioned human matchmaking to help singles find lasting relationships. On Aug. 9, the group is set to hold what it hopes will be the world's largest Jewish virtual speed dating event, bringing together 13,000 singles from more than 30 countries. The event comes just after Tu B'Av, a Jewish holiday traditionally associated with love and matchmaking. Every participant is vetted by a local rabbi or rebbetzin (a rabbi's wife), while artificial intelligence helps match participants for five rounds of one-on-one video dates, blending human oversight with technology. AI IS CHANGING MODERN DATING, BUT EXPERTS WARN IT'S MAKING PEOPLE 'RELATIONALLY STUPID' Rabbi Mendy Kotlarsky, executive director of Merkos 302, said that the initiative isn't meant to replace technology, but to use it in addition to the human element that many singles feel is missing from modern dating. "AI can aggregate data and information and suggest people that match based on interests, based on patterns, based on values, and stuff along those lines, but you need the human element," Kotlarsky told Fox News Digital. For Kotlarsky, that personal touch goes beyond verifying that participants are real people. It's about bringing an old-fashioned touch to modern dating that was effectively eliminated by apps. While he acknowledged the advantages of AI's fast-paced matchmaking, Kotlarsky argued it can't replace the judgment, mentorship and trust that come from someone who knows the people involved. AI DATING CAFES ARE NOW A REAL THING Kotlarsky told Fox News Digital that the Met@Chabad initiative was about more than making couples. Rather, he sees it as part of a larger effort to strengthen marriage and family in a time when people are waiting longer to marry and are increasingly looking for love behind screens. "It's not just a dating platform, it's not a marriage platform, it's almost like a marriage solution," he said. In addition to its singles events, Met@Chabad offers dating and relationship courses, as well as personalized guidance. The platform's mission is "to transform Jewish dating into a meaningful journey towards marriage, by combining cutting edge technology with timeless Torah wisdom." The guidance part of Met@Chabad is a crucial aspect of the initiative, according to Kotlarsky. Beyond connecting singles, rabbis and rebbetzins serve as mentors and advisors, helping participants identify the qualities they're looking for in a spouse, navigate relationships and prepare for marriage. "It's not just about connecting people. It's actually about coaching and moving people along," he said. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Kotlarsky said people are increasingly looking for more than just an algorithm to find them a spouse. He added that AI should be used to enhance the process of finding a spouse, arguing that relationships are ultimately rooted in something that technology cannot replicate: human connection. "To date and to build relationships for real, to be true to yourself and true to the person that you are connecting with... to build a life together and to always focus on something that's larger than the two of you because that's really what marriage and relationships in general are about," he said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9552c5335ae10448ce4 World’s largest motorcycle rally roars into Sturgis as bikers flood tiny US town te 2026-08-08T22:10:29.657Z World’s largest motorcycle rally roars into Sturgis as bikers flood tiny US town The annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is officially underway, with hundreds of thousands of riders descending on the small South Dakota town and surrounding Black Hills regions for the 86th edition of what’s billed as the world’s largest motorcycle rally. The rally is held annually for 10 days in August and involves races, concerts and group rides and typically draws about 500,000 attendees to Sturgis, population 7,100. During the rally, Sturgis is transformed as motorcycles pack downtown streets and riders fan out across the Black Hills.  ONCE-AFFORDABLE SUMMER ESCAPE ROCKED BY SOARING COSTS AS FAMILIES SHELL OUT THOUSANDS The event extends far beyond the city itself, with concerts, races, stunt shows, motorcycle demonstrations, vendor exhibitions and organized rides taking place throughout the region. This year’s headliner is country star Lainey Wilson, who is set to perform August 12. Ofox newther acts on the concert schedule include YUNGBLUD, Megadeth, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Rob Zombie and Insane Clown Posse. Two long-distance women’s motorcycle rides — the Women Riders World Relay and Shantell’s Sisterhood Ride — will conclude at the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame’s second annual Pearl’s Jam event, which celebrates women in motorcycling. Harley-Davidson announced it would be debuting its new Deadwood motorcycle at this year’s event, "a new model inspired in part by the post-war history of the Sturgis Rally," Motor Sports NewsWire reported. Indian Motorcycle is also introducing a new bike. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE NEWS "The new Indian Chief Vintage Sturgis SD Edition celebrates Indian’s place in the rally’s history with special paint and badging inspired by Indians of the 1930s," reported Rider Magazine. "It features a classic two-tone Indian Motorcycle Red and Cream paint with a multicolored Indian Motorcycle headdress logo." TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ The rally also serves as a jumping-off point for motorcycle rides throughout the Black Hills, with visitors venturing to Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Custer State Park, Badlands National Park, Wind Cave National Park and Bear Butte State Park, along with historic towns such as Deadwood. One other attraction Sturgis attendees frequently visit is Devils Tower National Monument in Wyoming, a particularly popular motorcycle destination in the Black Hills. The Sturgis Rally was started by Indian dealer Pappy Hoel in 1938, according to the official Sturgis Rally website. "Pappy was the man who put the brotherhood in motorcycles," Coe Meyer, a Sturgis motorcycle historian, told Fox News Digital previously. "He’s the reason so many people come here today." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Hoel’s marketing ingenuity, enthusiasm for motorcycle racing and — unbeknownst to many — his paternal fondness for America’s World War II veterans struggling with the mental wounds of combat made Sturgis synonymous with motorcycles, Fox News Digital reported. "He was like a P.T. Barnum-type character. He always had a trick up his sleeve," said Vinny Terranova, who knew Hoel and his wife Pearl and who operates their original Junction Avenue motorcycle shop today as Pappy’s Vintage Cycles. "He loved motorcycles, loved racing and loved motorcyclists," said Terranova of Pappy Hoel.  "He and Pearl always had a pot of beans and franks on the grill. Nobody left hungry." The Hoels ran the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally for nearly 50 years, before turning it over to the City of Sturgis in the 1980s. Kerry J. Byrne contributed reporting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9552c5335ae10448cdb DiJonai Carrington declares 'White privilege' after ejection for smacking Sophie Cunningham in the face te 2026-08-08T22:10:29.045Z DiJonai Carrington declares 'White privilege' after ejection for smacking Sophie Cunningham in the face Chicago Sky player DiJonai Carrington sent a post on Threads that read "white privilege" and tagged the Indiana Fever after she was ejected from Saturday's game for smacking Sophie Cunningham in the face. Carrington has previously garnered controversy for poking Cunningham's teammate Caitlin Clark in the eye during the 2024 playoffs, and making controversial statements in the media. With about two minutes left in the first quarter, Cunningham had the ball and was headed in for a layup. Carrington was on her tail. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Carrington hustled and got to Cunningham in time, but then delivered a brutal shot straight to the Fever star's head. The incident prompted Cunningham to get back up and scream at Carrington, as referees had to separate the two players. Upon review, Carrington's foul was upgraded to a flagrant 2 foul, and she was ejected from the game. Carrington then made the post on Threads shortly after her ejection, presumably from the locker room. Carrington did not elaborate on the post, leaving unclear whether it referred to Cunningham, the officiating decision or the Fever organization. She also did not accuse Cunningham by name, and there was no immediate evidence that the foul was connected to Cunningham’s position on transgender athletes. SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM TAKES VICIOUS ELBOW TO FACE, AND FANS FUME AT WHAT REFS DID NEXT The collision nevertheless unfolded as Cunningham remained at the center of a widening political debate. Supporters held a fourth rally outside the venue of a Fever road game on Saturday, while counterprotesters also gathered near the United Center. Cunningham has said she does not harbor hatred toward transgender people but believes protecting girls and women in sports is "common sense." White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt previously defended Cunningham, saying the backlash against her was "astonishing." With another Cunningham rally already scheduled ahead of the Fever’s Aug. 22 game against the New York Liberty, controversy is bound to surround Cunningham and Indiana beyond Chicago. Meanwhile, Carrington already had a contentious history with the Fever before Saturday. During the 2024 season, she mocked Caitlin Clark for what she believed was flopping and later called Indiana supporters "the nastiest fans in the W" after receiving racist abuse from some online users. Carrington then struck Clark in the eye while defending a pass during the 2024 playoffs, leaving the Fever star with a black eye. Both players said the contact was accidental, although Carrington later drew renewed criticism after appearing to joke about the controversy during an Instagram Live video. Carrington has also responded to accusations that she plays dirty, insisting she simply plays aggressively and always attempts to make a play on the ball. Beyond basketball, she has drawn attention for wearing an explicit anti-President Donald Trump sweatshirt and urging WNBA players to oppose Trump administration policies affecting women and the LGBTQ community. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9532c5335ae10448cc9 Eli Crane Tours Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District, Highlights Rural Priorities And Federal Investments te 2026-08-08T22:10:27.934Z Eli Crane Tours Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District, Highlights Rural Priorities And Federal Investments By Ethan Faverino | U.S. Representative Eli Crane (R-AZ-02) spent the last week of July traveling across Arizona’s Second Congressional District, meeting with constituents, educators, ranchers, business leaders, and local officials while highlighting legislative priorities ranging from agriculture and energy to education and public lands. The weeklong tour included stops in Douglas, Show Low, Holbrook, Williams, Camp Verde, and other communities where Crane promoted recent federal investments, discussed ongoing policy initiatives, and gathered feedback from residents on issues affecting rural Arizona. One of the week’s most significant announcements came Wednesday, July 29 in Douglas, where Crane joined fellow Republican Representatives Andy Biggs (AZ-05) and Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) alongside Secretary Brooke Rollins as the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) unveiled a $25 million investment to construct a new sterile fly production facility in Douglas. Thank you, @SecRollins. Rural Arizona matters. https://t.co/CSAp5O622s — Rep. Eli Crane (@RepEliCrane) July 31, 2026 The project is intended to strengthen the nation’s defenses against the New World screwworm, a destructive livestock pest that has prompted growing concern among ranchers across the Southwest. The announcement followed a letter signed by Crane, Biggs, and Ciscomani along with Rep. David Schweikert (R-AZ01) and Rep. Paul Gosar (R-AZ09), urging the USDA to modernize the Douglas facility to improve the nation’s long-term response capabilities. Following the announcement, the congressmen toured livestock inspection facilities at the Douglas Port of Entry, which is scheduled to re-open to livestock trade on August 24th after preparations aimed at safeguarding American agriculture. Crane later traveled to Show Low, where he visited Linden Valley Arena, a well known destination within Arizona’s roping community that has been owned and operated by the Perkins family since 2010. The following morning, Crane addressed teachers and staff with the Show Low Unified School District ahead of the upcoming school year, sharing lessons on leadership and teamwork drawn from his experience as a Navy SEAL and small business owners. He also thanked educators for their commitment to students while highlighting what he described as a recent legislative victory for rural schools. Last year, Crane helped build congressional support for a three-year reauthorization of the Secure Rural Schools program, legislation that was ultimately signed into law and continues funding for education and essential county services in communities located near national forests throughout Arizona’s Second Congressional District. After leaving Show Low, Crane visited Northland Pioneer College in Holbrook, where he met with administrators to discuss the college’s Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) program. The visit coincided with the Trump administration’s recently announced Freedom Haulers Initiative, a federal effort designed to expand career opportunities for veterans entering the trucking industry. Crane praised the initiative while recognizing the college’s work to strengthen workforce development through its CDL program. Later that day, Crane met with the Murph family at H Bar and Y Ranch in Holbrook. The Murph family, whose cattle operation pre-dates Arizona statehood, faces uncertainty over long-held Arizona State Land Department grazing leases because of a proposed solar development by a foreign company. Crane said he has been working behind the scenes to help resolve the dispute. The meeting also followed last month’s signing of a memorandum of understanding between the USDA and the Small Business Administration (SBA) establishing cooperation between the USDA Lawfare Portal and the SBA’s Office of National Ombudsman. The agreement is intended to ensure complaints from farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers alleging legal harassment are investigated and resolved. According to the USDA, the Lawfare Portal has received more than 400 complaints from 47 states over the past two years. Crane also toured the Cholla Power Plant, which stopped burning coal in March 2025 after more than six decades of operation. Arizona Public Service is pursuing plans to convert the facility to natural gas, a transition expected to generate approximately 380 megawatts of capacity while preserving jobs and maintaining reliable power generation for the region. On Saturday, August 1, Crane attended the annual Coconino County Farm Bureau and Cattle Growers Association banquet in Williams, where he updated attendees on several legislative priorities pending before Congress. Among the measures discussed was the House-passed Farm Bill which includes Buy American requirements for school meal programs, increased reporting requirements for agricultural land purchases by foreign adversaries, and strengthened farm credit and crop insurance programs. Crane also highlighted his amendment intended to accelerate recovery efforts following the White Sage Fire, while noting his support for proposals removing pesticide liability protections and ensuring compensation for livestock losses caused by Mexican wolves. Crane additionally provided updates on the House-approved Fix Our Forests Act and North Rim Restoration Act of 2025. The measures seek to improve forest management through expanded technology and reduced litigation while accelerating reconstruction efforts at the Grand Canyon’s North Rim following the Dragon Bravo Fire. Both bills have passed the House but remain pending in the Senate. The congressman’s final stop took him to Camp Verde, where he met with ranchers to discuss ongoing concerns involving the U.S. Forest Service. Crane said he is developing legislation aimed at simplifying fence repairs following natural disasters while also addressing what he characterized as abuses of the Equal Access to Justice Act. The district also received additional federal infrastructure support during the week as the U.S. Department of Transportation awarded more than $5 million in airport improvement grants throughout Arizona’s Second Congressional District. The funding Includes: Bagdad: $90,389 for design work to expand terminal parking. Chinle: $339,000 to reconstruct aircraft apron pavement. Cottonwood: $536,876 to reconstruct portions of Taxiway A. Page: $679.031 for design of a new aircraft rescue and firefighting facility. Springerville: $443,000 to construct a new taxilane serving future hanger development. Prescott: $2.97 million to construct a new aircraft storage hanger designed to improve airport self-sufficiency. ICYMI – The @USDOT awarded more than $5 million to improve airport infrastructure in #AZ02. See below for key details: pic.twitter.com/BUEKxYbbvU — Rep. Eli Crane (@RepEliCrane) August 4, 2026 The latest awards follow additional federal grants announced last month totaling approximately $10 million for improvements at Polacca Airport and Coolidge Municipal Airport. Reflecting on the week’s events, Crane emphasized the importance of maintaining close ties with constituents while Congress remains out of session. “Last week, I had the privilege of visiting with constituents, industry leaders, and remarkable institutions within Arizona’s Second Congressional District,” said Rep. Crane. “While there is much work to be done in Washington, D.C., it’s refreshing to get back home and meet face to face with the people I’m honored to represent. I look forward to building on these relationships and delivering principled and effective solutions for all Arizonans.” Ethan Faverino is a reporter for AZ Free News. You can send him news tips using this link. The post Eli Crane Tours Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District, Highlights Rural Priorities And Federal Investments first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9522c5335ae10448cc0 City Of Surprise Launches ICE Facility Monitoring Site te 2026-08-08T22:10:26.406Z City Of Surprise Launches ICE Facility Monitoring Site By Staff Reporter | The city of Surprise now has a webpage to monitor the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility planned for their area.  The page offers a chronicled outline of the actions undertaken by the city and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), as well as the current knowns, unknowns, and courses of action the city may take.  Last month, DHS and ICE entered into an agreement with Attorney General Kris Mayes to pause the conversion of a purchased West Sweetwater Avenue warehouse into a detention facility pending an environmental review in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Mayes sued to halt the property conversion in April. ICE had originally estimated its initial intakes to occur around the end of May.  According to the DHS-Mayes agreement, DHS failed to engage in a proper environmental review. That concession by the federal government appears to conflict with earlier communications DHS had provided to city officials following a March meeting in Washington, D.C.  In those communications, DHS reported that ICE had completed a NEPA analysis in addition to a site history assessment, existing facility condition report, environmental due diligence audit, engineering assessments, and site feasibility assessments.  DHS had initially told Surprise that its warehouse conversion would have a negligible environmental impact and was therefore in compliance with NEPA.  “ICE processing centers share key operational and physical characteristics with industrial facilities, including a similar footprint and traffic patterns. Zoning conformity reports were conducted for all sites,” stated the DHS response. “Based on this analysis, DHS determined that the facility’s functional use remains consistent with the industrial use category and that the acquisition and modification do not introduce significant new environmental impact.” City of Surprise officials stated that they weren’t made aware of the detention facility prior to the purchase of the warehouse for about $70 million in late January. The Surprise warehouse was one of multiple warehouse purchases across several states for similar conversion plans totaling more than $1 billion.  Mayor Kevin Sartor asked then-DHS Secretary Kristi Noem in a February letter for more information about the planned detention facility and its potential impacts on the community. DHS staff met with Sartor and other Surprise officials the following month, and provided a four-page response with information on the planned facility.  According to those communications, the facility would contain 500 to 1,500 beds for the temporary intake and transfer of illegal aliens undergoing removal proceedings. DHS estimated that those aliens would remain in the facility for a week or less, and then they would be removed to a larger detention center. It is unclear when, if ever, the Surprise detention facility will become operational.  After Markwayne Mullin succeeded Noem as secretary of DHS in March, the fate of the Surprise facility and others grew murky. Mullin expressed skepticism of Noem’s approach to immigration enforcement proceedings. The new secretary told The New York Times that he would like “lightning speed” deportations using existing detention space, not additional processing pathways at the expense of taxpayers. DHS advised in court proceedings earlier this summer that it would offload or sell off seven of the warehouses purchased for more than $700 million collectively, though the Surprise warehouse wasn’t named among them. AZ Free News is your #1 source for Arizona news and politics. You can send us news tips using this link. The post City Of Surprise Launches ICE Facility Monitoring Site first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9502c5335ae10448cb7 Scottsdale Council Candidate Withdraws From Race To Avoid Splitting Votes With Fellow Axon Opponents te 2026-08-08T22:10:24.925Z Scottsdale Council Candidate Withdraws From Race To Avoid Splitting Votes With Fellow Axon Opponents By Staff Reporter | Scottsdale City Council candidate Bob Littlefield withdrew from the race this week to avoid splitting votes among candidates seeking to stop the Axon development. Littlefield, a three-term councilman from 2002 to 2014, dropped out of the race just days after expressing gratitude for winning in the primary. Littlefield expressed a desire to have more votes in the general election go to fellow, likeminded candidates Barry Graham and Michelle Ugenti-Rita — all three have been vocal in their desire to prevent a development effort by Axon Enterprises. Dear Friends, Today I made the difficult and personally painful decision to withdraw from the City Council race and return to my position as the Chairman of TAAAZE (Taxpayers Against Awful Apartment Zoning Exemptions). I made this decision based on the results of the recent… — Bob Littlefield (@BobLittlefield) August 5, 2026 Raoul Zubia, the fourth primary victor, and incumbent Councilwoman Solange Whitehead, have expressed support for the Axon apartment development, though they have lamented the legislative intervention that thwarted a ballot referendum.  Littlefield, Graham, and Ugenti-Rita have opposed Axon, citing concerns with overdevelopment. The trio recently accused the company of engaging in a pay-to-play scheme to sway the council election. They claimed certain Axon executives funneled more than $1 million into cohort-run political action committees (PAC) dedicated to ensuring only development-friendly candidates were elected: Arizonans for a Better Future, and Better Together.  Arizonans for a Better Future has collected more than $1.1 million, which included $500,000 from Axon, $500,000 from Axon CEO Rick Smith, $100,000 from Axon President Josh Isner, and $20,000 from Axon Chief Legal Officer Isaiah Fields.  In June, the PAC gave $225,000 to American Perspective, a Virginia-based PAC, and spent around $30,000 for communications, more than $16,700 for polling and research, and $1,500 for legal services.  Better Together has raised more than $335,000 from National Horizon, a Virginia-based conservative super PAC. Better Together has spent approximately $200,000 to oppose Littlefield, Graham, and Ugenti-Rita, and $62,000 to support Whitehead. “Bottom line, if Axon defeats the candidates who told them ‘no,’ Axon will never hear ‘no’ from the Scottsdale City Council again,” said Littlefield in June.  Dear Friends, For 25 years, overdevelopment has been the dominant issue in Scottsdale elections — and the biggest threat to our city’s character and quality of life. Clogged roads, blocked views, higher taxes, and strained infrastructure are its lasting legacy.… — Bob Littlefield (@BobLittlefield) June 16, 2026 The city council approved a deal with Axon to fast-track its headquarters expansion last November following the company’s legislative intervention against grassroots opposition. Axon executives had initially called it quits on the city last summer after declining to break ground on its new headquarters early last year.  A ballot referendum led by Littlefield, Taxpayers Against Awful Apartment Zoning Exemptions (TAAZE), had gained enough signatures to appear on the ballot and allow voters to decide on the rezoning.  TAAZE emerged following a lame-duck city council agreement in 2024. The group had accused Axon of paying petition blockers to prevent Scottsdale residents from signing petitions to put Axon’s apartment development to a vote on the November 2026 ballot.  TAAZE raised 26,000 signatures and was poised to put the fate of the development to a vote.  Axon Referendum Update: I am happy to report our effort to collect the necessary signatures to refer the massive Axon apartment complex to the ballot is ahead of schedule. This in spite Axon's efforts to undermine our petition drive by deploying blockers to harass our petition… pic.twitter.com/opxb1Qaec6 — Bob Littlefield (@BobLittlefield) December 15, 2024 However, in the months following the petition signature dropoff, Axon successfully lobbied the legislature to pass a bill preventing certain municipalities from allowing residents to decide land zoning measures pertaining to hoteling and housing. Gov. Katie Hobbs signed that bill into law in April 2025.  In May, the Maricopa County Superior Court ruled the law to be constitutional.  Littlefield promised to continue to fight the Axon apartment development from outside the council.  Turning Point COO Tyler Bowyer commended Littlefield for withdrawing.  “Huge props to Bob Littlefield for putting Scottsdale ahead of himself, which he has always done,” said Bowyer.  True! 🇺🇸 Huge props to Bob Littlefield for putting Scottsdale ahead of himself, which he has always done Scottsdale must not elect a DSA backed councilmember! https://t.co/hmI8Oq5du3 — Tyler Bowyer (@tylerbowyer) August 5, 2026 Ugenti-Rita commended Littlefield’s decision as “sacrifice” and an exemplar of leadership. “For decades, Bob has been one of this city’s fiercest and most principled advocates, always willing to stand up to special interests and fight for the residents of Scottsdale, no matter the personal or political cost,” said Ugenti-Rita I want to honor Bob Littlefield for his extraordinary service to #Scottsdale. For decades, Bob has been one of this city’s fiercest and most principled advocates, always willing to stand up to special interests and fight for the residents of Scottsdale, no matter the personal or… https://t.co/jpvAHbL8eE — Michelle Ugenti-Rita (MUR) (@MichelleUgenti) August 5, 2026 AZ Free News is your #1 source for Arizona news and politics. You can send us news tips using this link. The post Scottsdale Council Candidate Withdraws From Race To Avoid Splitting Votes With Fellow Axon Opponents first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a94e2c5335ae10448cae GOP leaders defend voucher measure: legal even if it bans all reforms te 2026-08-08T22:10:22.364Z GOP leaders defend voucher measure: legal even if it bans all reforms Illustration via Getty Images Republican legislative leaders deny that a measure they proposed was aimed at heading off a rival measure to regulate the state’s school voucher system – but say it would be constitutional even if it did.  Voucher opponents are preoccupied with a clause in Proposition 145 that they say will nullify Proposition 212, the Protect Education Act, which seeks to place a series of regulations on Arizona’s school voucher program, attorneys for Senate President Warren Petersen and House Speaker Steve Montenegro wrote in their appeal to the Arizona Supreme Court. They didn’t concede that their proposal actually does that, but said it doesn’t matter if it does. GET THE MORNING HEADLINES. SUBSCRIBE “But assuming arguendo that this is true, so what?” attorney Thomas Basile wrote. “Even if (Prop. 145) preempted the entire field of ESA regulation — for example, if it stated something like: ‘no law may limit, abrogate, or abolish the Empowerment Scholarship Account program in any manner whatsoever’ — it would pose no constitutional conundrum.” A trial court judge last month removed Prop. 145 from the ballot after concluding that it goes far beyond its stated purpose of protecting voucher money for schoolchildren that military families have saved for college tuition. The court said it would also ban any future reforms to the voucher system.  And that, Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Joseph Kreamer ruled, is unconstitutional because it violates the Arizona Constitution’s Separate Amendment Rule, which demands that proposed constitutional amendments be limited to a single action. The Republican lawmakers have appealed that ruling directly to the state Supreme Court. They say Kreamer made two fundamental errors in his analysis.  First, he “elevated stylistic paragraphing and punctuation conventions to determinants of constitutional validity.” Kreamer held that the first section of the proposed amendment, which bars any confiscation of unspent voucher money that military families have saved for college tuition, “derives no meaning or effect from” the second section of the amendment — a clause voiding any law or voter-approved measure taking effect on or after Nov. 1, 2026 that conflicts with it. That provision has been denounced by legislative Democrats and the backers of the Protect Education Act as a poison pill aimed at invalidating Prop. 212 even before voters get a chance to weigh in, and as a way to block any future voucher reforms. Second, the GOP leaders said the trial court judge wrongly treated severability as a “freestanding fount of judicial or legislative power” instead of a “gesture of judicial restraint.” In his ruling, Kreamer wrote that lawmakers have never before tried to openly bar voters or future legislatures from enacting laws in the way they hoped to with Prop. 145, and that “it would potentially force the judiciary to invalidate laws that do not violate a constitutional right.” But in their own filing with the Supreme Court, legislative Democrats said that Kreamer correctly found that the severability clause, which requires that the totality of any future law that violates any provision of Prop. 145 is deemed unconstitutional, is genuinely unprecedented. Severability clauses are historically written to apply to the legislation in question: they order a court to allow parts of a law to go into effect even if a portion of the law is deemed invalid or unconstitutional. But the way Republicans crafted the severability clause in Prop. 145 turns that on its head and instead disallows severability in any future laws.  And, Democratic caucus attorneys Rhonda Barnes and Elizabeth Higgins wrote, GOP lawmakers know how to craft a severability clause, as evidenced by the ones they placed in Proposition 144 and Proposition 318. “In fact, there are no known instances of any legislature approving or asking voters to approve a statute or constitutional provision dictating such an antiseverability clause that would control future legislation,” they wrote, noting that “this clause is an attempt to tie the hands of future legislatures, the people, and the courts.” And while the Republican legal defense disputes that the provision is aimed at Prop. 212, the Democratic brief notes that GOP lawmakers openly acknowledged that was their goal during a hurried debate on the measure in the final hours of the annual legislative session. Rep. Michael Way, a Queen Creek Republican and the sponsor of the legislation, said the measure “strikes down such egregious measures, including the currently proposed anti-(voucher) ballot initiative.”  And Senate Majority Leader John Kavanagh, a Republican from Fountain Hills, said that Democrats had brought this measure on themselves after they rejected an earlier compromise proposal that would have seen moderate voucher reforms enacted and the ballot initiative campaign scrapped. “It makes a mockery of the very constitution that legislators swear an oath to uphold,” the Democrats wrote in their brief. Two military veterans whose families would be affected, Robert Figueroa and Nick Kupper, a GOP state lawmaker, argued in their appeal brief that the trial court applied the wrong test: Instead of asking whether the two sections of the proposed amendment are “sufficiently interrelated,” it asked whether subsection B was “necessary” to subsection A, thereby “revers[ing] the burden of proof.” “Voters are entitled to decide that ordinary severance is too weak a response to a law that confiscates military-family scholarship funds,” their attorneys from the Goldwater Institute, which drafted the constitutional amendment, argued. The pro-voucher Arizona Free Enterprise Club also urged the court to reverse the trial judge, and argued that close calls on constitutionality should be resolved in favor of letting voters decide since removing something from the ballot “cannot be undone.” “If it is merely debatable whether a referred amendment satisfies the separate amendment rule, the Court should permit it to appear on the ballot,” attorney Beau Roysden wrote. School choice advocacy group EdChoice urged the Supreme Court to go even further and to reconsider Arizona’s entire approach to the Separate Amendment Rule. Instead of relying on making a distinction between “multiple amendments,” it should evaluate whether the amendments cover “multiple subjects.” Under the case law dating back to 1934, proposed constitutional amendments can be invalidated if they include multiple amendments, even if they all relate to the same subject — in this case, to school vouchers. The Protect Education Accountability Now Committee, which is backing Prop. 212 and sued to block Prop. 145, has until the end of Monday to file its response brief in the appeal.  All litigation surrounding the general election must be finalized by Aug. 20, the date that ballots will be sent to the printer. YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE. SUPPORT Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a94d2c5335ae10448ca5 LGBTQ advocates prep for a difficult campaign against ‘Protect Girls Sports in Arizona Act’ te 2026-08-08T22:10:21.827Z LGBTQ advocates prep for a difficult campaign against ‘Protect Girls Sports in Arizona Act’ Photo via Getty Images/Illustration by Jim Small | Arizona Mirror Arizona law already forbids trans girls from joining school sports teams that align with their gender identity, but Republican lawmakers want voters to ban them from school locker rooms and private sports leagues, too.  In November, voters will decide the fate of the “Protect Girls Sports in Arizona Act”, also known as Proposition 318. The wide-ranging proposal lets disgruntled athletes sue their school or athletic association if a trans girl joins a team consistent with her gender identity or for letting someone use a locker room, bathroom or shower room that is “integral to athletic engagement” if it’s designated for the opposite biological sex.  And while Arizona law already requires public and private schools to separate sports teams by biological sex, the new law would go further, forcing even privately funded sports organizations that operate outside of schools to exclude trans girls. The initiative defines an athletic association as broadly as any league, corporation, association or organization whose primary purpose is to sponsor or set up athletic competitions.  GET THE MORNING HEADLINES. SUBSCRIBE Darrell Hill, the policy director for the Arizona chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union, criticized the ballot initiative as discriminatory, saying it unfairly singles out trans girls and violates the First Amendment because it restricts private organizations. He added that it likely prevents parents from creating intentionally inclusive teams, making it impossible for trans girls to participate in any organized competitive sports in a way that reflects who they are. “It doesn’t matter if it’s bowling, badminton, or chess, if the league designates a team for girls, then trans girls can’t participate on that team,” Hill said.  State law and the new proposal both require athletic teams to be designated as one of three categories based on the members’ biological sex: male, female or mixed. Acceptance onto a team hinges on the participant’s sex as recorded on their birth certificate and female teams are prohibited from being opened up to athletes whose biological sex is male. The same isn’t true for male teams, however, leaving schools and athletic associations free to accept trans boys if they choose. But trans girls seeking to get involved in competitive sports would have to join either co-ed or male teams.  The ballot measure also restricts who can use what public facilities. It expressly forbids schools and athletic organizations from knowingly allowing a person to use a locker room, shower room, bathroom or other “private space” intended for a person of the opposite biological sex if it is “integral to athletic engagement.” That likely loops in locker rooms and other public facilities used by sports teams during practice sessions and even competitive events open to the public.  And the vague wording may also be used to bar trans and nonbinary students from using any bathrooms in the school aligned with their gender identity, not just those used by a school sports team or during sporting events. In a July ruling rejecting a lawsuit that sought to keep the proposal off the ballot, Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Greg Como acknowledged that possibility.  “The latter provision arguably applies to all restrooms in a school, not just those that are used for sports, such as locker rooms,” Como wrote.  Hill noted that the requirement for schools to clamp down on who uses which bathrooms doesn’t just apply to students, but also to family members and spectators who visit the school to watch a sports game. And that opens the door to intrusive questions because the ballot initiative doesn’t include any criteria for how schools should go about ensuring people use school facilities that match their biological sex. “It forces schools into an uncomfortable position of becoming bathroom police in a manner in which they are ill equipped and the law gives no direction on how to do so,” Hill said.  But letting people make their own choices isn’t an option; the provision that empowers athletes to sue schools and athletic organizations if they believe they’ve suffered “direct or indirect harm” also applies to the mandates around the use of school facilities.  Unlike a ballot measure in Washington that requires girls to undergo genetic tests or physical inspections from a doctor before joining a girls school athletic team, the Arizona ballot measure doesn’t expressly include invasive criteria. But critics fear the lack of clarity on how schools should handle bathroom and locker room use could potentially lead to similar outcomes. Hill said that the confusion over how to stay on the right side of the law would force school officials to come up with their own procedures, and enforcement could vary across the state.  LGBTQ advocacy organizations are gearing up to campaign against the proposal, hoping to educate voters on how it hurts trans girls and their cisgender peers. Bridget Sharpe, the director of the Arizona branch of the Human Rights Campaign, warned that targeting trans girls opens the door to enforcing a narrow view of femininity and will invariably lead to cisgender girls who don’t fit that view being questioned and humiliated.  “When rules are built around who is ‘woman enough’, it doesn’t protect women, it only puts them under scrutiny,” she said.  “There’s been a lot of that sort of fear mongering that there may be some kind of threat to our kids but really the threat is from the folks who want to bully and divide our children and to impose their version of what a girl is supposed to be,” added Joel Edman, the strategic initiatives director for Progress Arizona, which is also planning to advocate against the initiative ahead of the November election.  While Republicans have defended the proposal and others like it in the past as a safeguard for women, advancing evidence-free claims that allowing transgender people into women’s spaces increases the risk of assault, Sharpe argued that authentic concern over women’s sports would address longstanding issues, like the funding disparity between men and women’s athletic programs.  “Folks who are pushing these funding policies raise absolutely no flags about the huge funding gaps between men’s and women’s sports teams. They make absolutely no effort to address the increased risk of sexual violence women and girl athletes face,” Sharpe said. “They completely ignore the lack of options female athletes have to participate in the full variety of sports programs that male athletes have access to.”   Studies have consistently shown that there is no link between trans-inclusive policies and the harassment of cisgender women. By contrast, policies that bar transgender people from using facilities consistent with their gender identity does increase the risk of them suffering violence or sexual assault.  Sharpe criticized the ballot measure as nothing more than a flashy political stunt to draw voters away from issues Republicans are underwater on. She pointed out that the state’s transgender population is small, and athletic participation among trans girls is rare, undermining Republican calls to legislate transgender people out of public facilities and off of sports teams.  “Its a way for Republicans to distract voters from the real issues: affordability of housing in Arizona, gas prices — a whole slew of issues that actually need to be addressed,” Sharpe said.   A 2022 population study by the Williams Institute found that just 3% of Arizona youth between the ages of 13 and 17 identified as transgender. And the same year that Republicans passed Arizona’s trans athletic ban, officials with the Arizona Interscholastic Association told lawmakers in public hearings that only 16 transgender students were allowed to join sports teams consistent with their gender identity between 2017 and 2022. About half of them were transgender girls. The AIA oversees 170,000 student athletes across the state. Sam Parkes, the president of PFLAG Phoenix, a parent and LGBTQ support group which is also looking ahead to voter outreach efforts, added that Arizonans need to be made aware of the detrimental impacts the ballot measure could have on transgender kids in the state.  A 2025 national survey from The Trevor Project, an LGBTQ suicide prevention advocacy group, found that 90% of LGBTQ youth reported higher rates of anxiety and depression as a direct result of discriminatory laws, policies and political debates. But being a part of an accepting community drastically reduces the rate of suicidality among LGBTQ youth, who are at a higher risk of attempting suicide compared to their peers. The survey estimated that LGBTQ young people who lived in supportive communities attempted suicide at less than a third of the rate that LGBTQ youth in unaccepting communities did.  “The more we marginalize these people and do not allow them to live up to their own experience and their own body, we are jeopardizing their mental health and their social well-being,” Parkes warned. “We are hurting kids and families.” Progressive groups likely face an uphill climb in convincing voters to reject the ballot measure, however. A 2023 joint poll conducted in partnership between Arizona State University, Stanford University and the University of Houston found that the majority of voters in the Grand Canyon State oppose trans inclusive policies. About 54% of Arizonans at the time said they were against trans people using bathrooms that best aligned with their gender identity and 63% disagreed with transgender participation in women’s sports.  But LGBTQ advocates say they remain undeterred by that potential pitfall, saying it’s too soon to say where voters might fall on the issue. Parkes pointed out that Arizona is increasingly purple and Edman said voters have bucked Republican priorities in the past.  “The government doesn’t belong in certain places, whether that’s in our decisions over reproductive health care or over where we want to send our kid to school,” Edman said. “It certainly doesn’t belong in telling our kids what teams they can and can’t play on. These are things that should be left to schools, school districts, sports associations that have been figuring this out for decades.”   YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE. SUPPORT Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a94c2c5335ae10448c6c Judy Saiz te 2026-08-08T22:10:20.023Z Judy Saiz Judy Saiz, 66, of Holbrook, passed away peacefully at her home on Aug. 4, 2026.       Born and raised in Holbrook, Judy was the daughter of Atanasio “Speedy” Espitia and Margaret Espitia.       She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, John Saiz; her son, John Scott (Christy), and their children, Rylan, Jason and Ilithyia Rae; and her daughter, Erica (Chris), and their new son, Ruben. Judy is also survived by her mother, Margaret Espitia; her twin brother, Cristoval Espitia; her brothers, Johnny and Tony Espitia; her sisters, Debbie Sanchez and Sandy Doyle; many beloved nieces and nephews; and her special goddaughter, Jade Espitia.       She was preceded in death by her father, Atanasio “Speedy” Espitia, and her sister, Dolores “Dodo” McGraw.       Judy dedicated her life to caring for others. She spent many years looking after countless children in her home and community. She later worked at Rainbow Foundation, caring for children with special needs, before joining the Holbrook School District as a paraprofessional and special-needs bus driver. Her compassion, patience and love for every child she met left a lasting impact on so many lives.       Above all, Judy cherished her family. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She loved a good yard sale, watching movies and treating herself to a popcorn, and a Diet Coke. She had a knack for collecting treasures and was known for her baking, including her famous yeast rolls, cookies and popcorn balls.       Judy will be remembered for her kind heart, humble spirit, and unwavering generosity. She touched many lives throughout the Holbrook community with her warmth, love and selflessness. Her memory will live on in all who knew and loved her.       She will be greatly missed. Rest easy, our beautiful angel.        Mass will be held in Judy’s honor at 11 a.m. on Aug. 15 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Holbrook. The post Judy Saiz first appeared on Painted Desert Tribune. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9492c5335ae10448c2c Kelly’s visa bill gives Arizona a third option on immigration te 2026-08-08T22:10:17.240Z Kelly’s visa bill gives Arizona a third option on immigration Richard T. Herman Arizona is usually offered two choices on immigration: accept illegal migration or demand more enforcement. Sen. Mark Kelly has articulated a more constructive principle. “We’re a nation of immigrants. We’re also a nation of laws. And we’re fully capable of honoring both,” he said earlier this year. Kelly’s new bipartisan visa proposal would begin turning that principle into policy by giving Arizona a role in building lawful immigration pathways tied to the state’s actual economic needs. The Arizona Democrat and Republican Sen. John Curtis of Utah have introduced the State Sponsored Visa Pilot Program Act of 2026. It would allow participating states to sponsor foreign workers, entrepreneurs and investors through a federally administered immigration program. Washington would retain authority over admissibility, security screening and immigration status. Arizona would assess its labor needs, select participants and oversee its program. For a border state, that is not an alternative to enforcing the law. It is a recognition that enforcement is more credible when the legal immigration system provides realistic alternatives. Arizona has a strong reason to consider the experiment. The state’s Office of Economic Opportunity projects that Arizona will add 454,167 jobs by 2034, including more than 113,000 in health care, nearly 52,000 in construction and approximately 29,000 in manufacturing. Job gains are projected in all 15 counties. Those numbers do not establish that employers should be allowed to recruit abroad whenever they ask. They show why Arizona needs a more precise tool than national visa categories and numerical limits established in Washington. Under the proposed legislation, participating states would have to assess labor demand and occupational wages, investigate allegations that U.S. workers were displaced and determine that sponsored hiring would not displace American workers. States would also have to permit participants to seek employment beyond the company that initially hired them. That mobility is essential. A state visa should not make a worker’s lawful status entirely dependent on one employer. Workers who can change jobs are better able to report wage theft, leave unsafe conditions and participate in the labor market on more equal terms. But Arizona should not wait until the bill passes to decide what a responsible state program would require. First, sponsorship should be based on published workforce data, not pressure from individual industries. Arizona should identify eligible occupations, regions and economic-development priorities and explain why domestic recruitment, training and wage adjustments have not met the need. Second, the state should require employers to pay sponsored workers at least what similarly qualified Arizona workers receive. The pilot must supplement the state’s workforce—not give businesses access to discounted labor. Third, Congress should revise the geographic restrictions. The bill could terminate a participant’s status for residing or working outside the sponsoring state or an approved interstate compact. But Arizona employees travel for training, serve clients in neighboring states and work remotely for companies headquartered elsewhere. Participants should have to maintain genuine Arizona residence and economic ties. Ordinary business travel, temporary assignments and remote work should not become immigration violations. Fourth, Arizona should guarantee meaningful review before asking the federal government to terminate someone’s status. The bill leaves state appeals optional and largely insulates sponsorship decisions from federal review. An inaccurate employer report or mistaken residency determination could therefore have devastating consequences. Arizona can enforce program rules while still providing written notice, access to the evidence and review by a neutral decision-maker. Finally, the Legislature should require annual public reports identifying the occupations sponsored, wages paid, displacement complaints received and compliance results. A pilot program should generate evidence that lawmakers and the public can evaluate. For decades, Arizona has experienced the consequences of a dysfunctional immigration system while exercising little authority to improve it. Kelly’s proposal offers the state something Washington rarely provides: a meaningful voice in legal immigration policy. Congress should advance the pilot, and Arizona should prepare to implement it with measurable workforce criteria, wage protections, job mobility, due process and public accountability. The immigration debate need not remain trapped between illegality and enforcement. Arizona can help construct a lawful third path. Richard T. Herman is an immigration attorney and founder of Herman Legal Group.  The post Kelly’s visa bill gives Arizona a third option on immigration first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9482c5335ae10448c23 Court rejects fears about 2022 voter registration law, allows it to be enforced te 2026-08-08T22:10:16.589Z Court rejects fears about 2022 voter registration law, allows it to be enforced PHOENIX — A federal appeals court has given the go-ahead for the state to enforce a 2022 law that challengers argued could inadvertently make felons out of volunteers who register people to vote. In a 35-page opinion Friday, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals rejected arguments that the law is so poorly written that anyone reading it would not know what is — and is not — legal. Judge Anthony Johnstone, writing for the full court, acknowledged that the law, approved by Republican lawmakers amid claims of election fraud, makes it a Class 5 felony to anyone who “knowingly provides a mechanism for voting to another person who is registered in another state.” That carries a presumptive 18-month prison term. And he said that the phrase “mechanism for voting” arguably encompasses voter registration and education — all activities undertaken by Arizona Alliance for Retired American, Voto Latino and Priorities USA. But Johnstone said he and the other judges were not convinced the 2022 law would actually put anyone from any of those organizations at risk of winding up behind bars. “The full text and statutory context of the Felony Provision show that it likely does not criminalize those activities,” he wrote. Separately, the judges also allowed county recorders to cancel the registration of people if they confirm based on “credible information” that those people are living in another county. But in this case, they weren’t deciding on the legality of that provision. Instead, they said the three groups lacked the legal standing to sue in the first place. Friday’s ruling is a victory for Sen. J.D. Mesnard, a Chandler Republican, who crafted the 2022 legislation containing both provisions. He said the target was anyone who would forward an early ballot addressed to someone not living in Arizona. Mesnard acknowledged at the time he had no first-hand knowledge of people getting early ballots from Arizona who are actually registered to vote elsewhere. “I’ve had folks come to me and insist this has happened,” he said. “I’ve not gone to investigate,” he continued. But Mesnard said that his legislation will “make it clear” what the law requires. The measure at issue here was one of several approved by GOP lawmakers in 2022 with the stated intent of curbing what they claimed was fraud. As approved, it makes it a felony to knowingly provide “a mechanism for voting to another person who is registered in another state, including by forwarding an early ballot address to the other person.” That is backed up with another provision saying that anyone who receives an early ballot meant for someone who no longer lives there must write “not at this address” on the envelope and send it back. Attorney Daniel Arellano, in filing suit, said all that presents problems. He said if someone helps register a voter here and that person also happens to be registered in another state, the person doing the registration could face prison time. Arellano said that ignores the fact that the person doing the registration may be unaware that there is a registration that is active in another state, perhaps because the person just moved here and has yet to cancel the earlier one. “This risk will severely chill voter registration and mobilization efforts in Arizona, resulting in an undue burden on groups and individuals engaged in these efforts and voters who benefit from them,” he argued. Arellano also argued the provision could affect parents who receive an early ballot in the mail for their child who just finished college out of state but is eligible to vote in Arizona. “That parent could face felony charges if they forwarded the student’s early ballot to them if the student at some point registered to vote in their out-of-state college town — even if the student has no intention to, and never actually does, vote in two places,” he argued. Johnstone, however, said that Arellano and his clients were misinterpreting the effect of the law. He pointed out that the new provision was added to an already existing list of what is a crime — things like voting more than once, voting without eligibility and tampering. “None of the listed actions implicate conduct before voting, such as registration, so ‘mechanism for voting’ should be interpreted consistently and include only a ballot itself and a ballot affidavit envelope,” the judge wrote. “The Felony Provision does not criminalize voter registration and mobilization.” Strictly speaking, Friday’s ruling is not the last word. All it does is allow the state to enforce the provision until there is a full-blown trial. Whether that will occur remains unclear. None of the attorneys involved in the case returned messages seeking comment. The post Court rejects fears about 2022 voter registration law, allows it to be enforced first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9452c5335ae10448bfd Pat Culhane: Get the biggest benefit te 2026-08-08T22:10:13.026Z Pat Culhane: Get the biggest benefit Editor: As having raised a child in the desert, activities are key. However, all this talk about another splash pad raises many questions for me. Is this the best use of funds? Will this serve a broad base of our… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9442c5335ae10448bf4 Michael Rundlett: We're not extremists te 2026-08-08T22:10:12.250Z Michael Rundlett: We're not extremists Editor: I have seen a few of those bogus “MAGASU” flags flying at houses around our town. Hey, guess what, living in Lake Havasu City is not exclusively reserved for you extreme MAGA fanatics only. You may dream that it… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9432c5335ae10448beb Joel Schlosberg: Red all over? It's not so black and white te 2026-08-08T22:10:11.360Z Joel Schlosberg: Red all over? It's not so black and white In the month celebrating 250 years of red, white and blue, Americans were seeing plenty of red -- and not just as part of commemorative trifectas or midterm forecast maps. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9412c5335ae10448be0 Two Killed in Firefighting Helicopter Crash Near Utah Wildfire te 2026-08-08T22:10:09.841Z Two Killed in Firefighting Helicopter Crash Near Utah Wildfire The aircraft was responding to the Widemouth 2 fire, which has burned more than 100,000 acres since starting last month. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9412c5335ae10448bd7 Hunter Biden Says His Father’s Cancer Is Worsening te 2026-08-08T22:10:09.217Z Hunter Biden Says His Father’s Cancer Is Worsening In an interview with the BBC, Mr. Biden said that former President Joseph R. ⁠Biden Jr.’s prostate cancer had spread into his bones and was causing pain. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a9402c5335ae10448bce OpenAI says it slowed Astra model development over security concerns te 2026-08-08T22:10:08.037Z OpenAI says it slowed Astra model development over security concerns OpenAI said this model, which is still in development, reached its "critical cybersecurity threshold," meaning it could independently identify and carry out cyberattacks against traditionally well-protected real-world systems. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a93f2c5335ae10448bc5 Google’s top hacker hunter explains why hacking groups get codenames te 2026-08-08T22:10:07.359Z Google’s top hacker hunter explains why hacking groups get codenames Google recently changed how it refers and assigns names to hacking groups. TechCrunch spoke with one of the world’s foremost experts on tracking hackers to understand why companies give hackers codenames. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a93e2c5335ae10448bbc The Kindle Scribe Colorsoft is a lot of fun, but it’s not a must-have te 2026-08-08T22:10:06.584Z The Kindle Scribe Colorsoft is a lot of fun, but it’s not a must-have While the device is pretty and lightweight, it’s not something the everyday person needs due to its hefty price tag and size. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a93d2c5335ae10448bb3 X replaces ‘misaligned’ revenue sharing program with Original Content Rewards te 2026-08-08T22:10:05.830Z X replaces ‘misaligned’ revenue sharing program with Original Content Rewards X is winding down its existing Revenue Sharing program. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a93c2c5335ae10448baa OpenAI acquires presentation startup NextSlide te 2026-08-08T22:10:04.237Z OpenAI acquires presentation startup NextSlide NextSlide says its team members are now working on ChatGPT. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a77a93b2c5335ae10448ba1 Planned Amazon data center could become the biggest climate polluter in the U.S. te 2026-08-08T22:10:03.096Z Planned Amazon data center could become the biggest climate polluter in the U.S. As part of a planned Texas data center, Amazon is investing in an on-site power plant that could reportedly become the largest source of climate pollution in the United States. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/home