https://meenews.co/post/6a3a360f1972385678348b30 Lake Havasu City Council to consider final fiscal year 2026-27 budget adoption te 2026-06-23T07:30:23.148Z Lake Havasu City Council to consider final fiscal year 2026-27 budget adoption Lake Havasu City's budget for fiscal year 2026-27 faces one final hurdle at tonight's city council meeting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3a31871972385678348a3d Democrats' new-wave socialists are winning primaries but face a harsh reality in general elections te 2026-06-23T07:11:03.118Z Democrats' new-wave socialists are winning primaries but face a harsh reality in general elections The Democrats are lurching to the left.  And having a fine time doing it.  Socialism is no longer a dirty word.  In fact, it's becoming the party’s calling card. MAMDANI'S POLITICAL EARTHQUAKE ROCKS DEMOCRATS, DIVIDING PARTY ON PATH FORWARD The atmosphere changed when Zohran Mamdani came out of nowhere to trounce Andrew Cuomo and wind up in New York's Gracie Mansion.  Not only is he the city's first Muslim mayor and anti-Israel, but he is a self-proclaimed socialist. Here's the problem: While that might be an asset in blue cities, it's a huge albatross in a national or statewide election. DEMOCRATIC SOCIALIST MAYORAL NOMINEE CREATES GROWING HEADACHE FOR VULNERABLE NEW YORK DEMOCRATS Most voters in these contests are not willing to march under the socialist banner.  In these broader elections, what helps in a Democratic primary is a poison pill.  So how did this come about? THE FAR LEFT HAVE TAKEN CONTROL OF THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY PLATFORM, AND IT’S TURNING VOTERS OFF Turns out that liberal and independent voters are fed up with the Democratic establishment. They feel it's a party of elitists playing the same old rhetorical game and not delivering for the working class. They resent the empty promises and the obsession with pronouns, "pregnant people" and trans men playing women's sports. They feel abandoned.  But in intra-party contests, the secret ingredient seems to be charisma. Mamdani won over New Yorkers by campaigning his heart out.  After promising such benefits as free buses and government-run grocery stores, he has run smack into reality, where he needs help from Albany to achieve even a fraction of his goals. SOCIALIST SURGE: MAMDANI FLEXES GROWING POLITICAL MUSCLE AS HE TAKES ON DEMOCRATIC PARTY ESTABLISHMENT And while Mamdani made no secret of being anti-Israel and tried to mend fences with Jewish voters, he worked against Democratic incumbents in pushing pro-Palestinian candidates for Congress.  He's not alone. In Washington, voters elected Janeese Lewis George, who is also a proud socialist. (Winning the Democratic primary here is tantamount to election.) She promised government help for child care and tougher regulation of utilities. So D.C. has its own Mamdani.  And Seattle elected as mayor Katie Wilson, co-founder of the Transit Riders Union. She promised affordable housing, reduced homelessness and to "Trump-proof Seattle," especially on being a sanctuary city. FETTERMAN CALLS OUT 'ABSOLUTE SOCIALIST' SEATTLE MAYOR AND 'AVOWED COMMUNIST' GRAHAM PLATNER AOC was the first ultra-liberal to capitalize on this, defeating a longtime incumbent and now so famous from social media that she's flirting with a presidential run.  Another case study is Maine's Graham Platner, a Marine veteran who has survived a series of scandals (Nazi tattoo, sexting other women) that would have knocked out most candidates. In the primary, he trounced the state's 78-year-old governor, and many liberals are willing to overlook his admittedly checkered past.  Platner has acknowledged having problems with alcohol, PTSD, and being a bad boyfriend after returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. LEFT, LEFTER AND LEFTIST: DEMOCRATS COULD BE DEFINED BY RADICAL, BIG CITY MAYORS  The defining characteristics of these new-wave socialists: They tend to be younger and generate excitement on the trail.  The MAGA coalition has been broader, at least until the Iran war, soaring prices and the never-ending warfare over the Jeffrey Epstein files.  But that required Donald Trump first getting elected and then bending the Republican Party to his will. His retribution against GOP candidates who defied him, knocking them off in primaries, has sent an unmistakable message to Republicans that dissent leads to political death. But it's hard to see the capital-S socialists prevailing in a general election. Most voters still recoil from anything that reeks of socialism, however well it may play in New York, Washington and Seattle.  The Dems are leaderless at the moment, though that may change after the midterms. But for now, the new-wave socialists look to be clobbered in almost any general election contest. Even given Trump's current unpopularity, they can swim in blue waters but not in the larger green ocean of voters who head the other way from the turbulent tide of socialism. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3a31731972385678348a34 Connecticut dad jumped to his death during concert at Madison Square Garden in NYC: report te 2026-06-23T07:10:43.672Z Connecticut dad jumped to his death during concert at Madison Square Garden in NYC: report A Connecticut man jumped to his death at a concert over the weekend at Madison Square Garden in New York, with witnesses telling authorities that he appeared to be "intoxicated," according to a report. Paul Kueker, 51, a father of two, was celebrating his 25th wedding anniversary with his wife at Saturday’s Goose concert when he was captured on video falling head-first from a balcony in the 300s section and landed on other concertgoers below, according to the New York Post. Kueker appeared to be "intoxicated" and "under the influence" before going over the 4-foot glass barrier shortly before 10 p.m., law-enforcement sources told the outlet, citing witnesses. The man was unconscious and unresponsive after hitting the ground, police said. COUNTRY SINGER GAVIN ADCOCK’S SHOW ERUPTS AS FAN STORMS STAGE, GETS TACKLED He was then rushed to Bellevue Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Several people he landed on suffered minor injuries, other sources told the outlet. Kueker's wife was by their assigned seats three sections away when the incident occurred, sources told the New York Post. She was unaware of what happened to her husband until she was notified by authorities, according to the report. She thought her husband had taken a bathroom break. New York City's medical examiner’s office said on Monday that the cause of Kueker’s death remains under investigation. As part of the probe into the incident, the medical examiner said it was conducting a toxicology report. In a statement to Fox News Digital, Madison Square Garden said, "While we await the police report on the tragedy at last night’s Goose concert, we are deeply saddened by the loss of a fan’s life at Madison Square Garden." OLIVER TREE'S LOVED ONES REVEAL HIS FINAL WISH AS SINGER'S BODY RETURNS TO CALIFORNIA AFTER HELICOPTER CRASH "Our hearts go out to the family and friends of the concertgoer," the statement added. The rock band, which consists of Rick Mitarotonda, Trevor Weekz, Peter Anspach and Cotter Ellis, released a statement shortly after the incident, extending their condolences to the victim’s family and loved ones. "We are deeply saddened and heartbroken to learn of the tragic event that occurred at tonight’s show," the band said. "We extend our deepest sympathy to everyone affected. Thank you to the emergency personnel and venue staff who stepped in with care and support." According to a GoFundMe page created by his daughter, Kueker was "a loving father, family man, and friend whose presence brought warmth and laughter wherever he went." "He loved spending time with his family and cherished every moment he shared with the people he loved. Whether he was cooking a meal for those around him or attending a concert to enjoy live music, he found joy in life’s simple moments and creating memories with others," the fundraiser reads. "The sudden loss of our dad has left our family heartbroken. We are struggling to process this unimaginable tragedy while facing the expenses that come with laying him to rest," it added. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3a1c4519723856783485f7 'You're going to feel a pinch': Roadwork adds barriers for Tucson businesses te 2026-06-23T05:40:21.179Z 'You're going to feel a pinch': Roadwork adds barriers for Tucson businesses Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3a10a319723856783483f4 Coast Guard helicopter crashes during Alaska training mission, injuring four crew members te 2026-06-23T04:50:43.004Z Coast Guard helicopter crashes during Alaska training mission, injuring four crew members A Coast Guard helicopter crashed during a routine training flight in southeast Alaska on Monday, injuring four crew members on board, according to officials. The MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter crashed outside Sitka, Alaska, in a sparsely populated area near Harbor Mountain, the Coast Guard announced in a press release. Watch standers at the Arctic District command center received the report of the crash shortly after 10 a.m. TEXAS PLANE CRASH LEAVES ONE DEAD, MORE INJURED AFTER BUSINESS JET CATCHES FIRE ON HIGHWAY Rescue crews from Sitka Fire and Rescue responded to the scene at around 11 a.m. and transported all four injured crew members to Mt. Edgecumbe Medical Center for treatment. No deaths were reported in connection with the crash. "We are incredibly relieved our crew members survived with only minor injuries," Rear Adm. Bob Little, commander of the Coast Guard’s Arctic District, said in a statement. It is unclear what caused the crash. The incident remains under investigation. The Coast Guard crash comes after multiple other aircraft collisions this month. A business jet crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, on Tuesday night, killing one person. 11 SKYDIVERS, ONE PILOT KILLED IN MISSOURI PLANE CRASH NEAR AIRPORT A B-52 crashed on June 15 during a test flight at Edwards Air Force Base in California, killing all eight people aboard. The day before, 12 people were killed when a plane on a skydiving outing in Missouri crashed. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3a0bf419723856783482fc Giannis Antetokounmpo era to end in Milwaukee as Bucks will send two-time MVP to Miami Heat for young core te 2026-06-23T04:30:44.138Z Giannis Antetokounmpo era to end in Milwaukee as Bucks will send two-time MVP to Miami Heat for young core The Milwaukee Bucks are trading two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo and forward Bobby Portis to the Miami Heat, closing the book on a historic run that delivered Milwaukee its first NBA title in 50 years. Per ESPN's Shams Charania, Miami will acquire Antetokounmpo and Portis in exchange for Tyler Herro, Kel'el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Kasparas Jakucionis, along with three future first-round picks, the No. 13 pick in Tuesday's draft, a future pick swap and a second-round pick. The Boston Celtics and Heat gained steam as the leading suitors in the Giannis sweepstakes on the eve of the NBA Draft. The trade comes after years of uncertainty surrounding Milwaukee's direction following the departure of championship-winning head coach Mike Budenholzer in 2023 and caps a steady decline that culminated in the Bucks missing the 2026 playoffs. BUCKS APPEAR WILLING TO HEAR OFFERS FOR GIANNIS ANTETOKOUNMPO: REPORT Antetokounmpo, 31, delivered the franchise's first championship in 50 years in 2021 and cemented his place among the greatest players in team history. He was named one of the NBA's top 75 players ever and is a two time MVP and was MVP of the Finals. But after several disappointing post-title seasons and an injury-plagued 2025-26 campaign, the Bucks chose to pivot toward the future. The team sidelined Giannis against his wishes toward the end of the season. Rather than remain tied to an expensive roster with limited flexibility, Milwaukee capitalized on Antetokounmpo's value. Miami emerged from a crowded field of suitors to land one of the league's biggest stars, signaling Riley's continued willingness to sacrifice future assets in pursuit of another title. And Heat president Pat Riley finally landed the franchise cornerstone he has pursued for years. Send us your thoughts: alejandro.avila@outkick.com / Follow along on X: @alejandroaveela   ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3a04d5197238567834816c Two Dead After Shooting at California Library te 2026-06-23T04:00:21.308Z Two Dead After Shooting at California Library A gunman used a firearm inside the library while it was open, killing two and injuring another person before being taken into custody, the police said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39f9331972385678347f55 Caitlin Clark scores 24 to lead Indiana as DeWanna Bonner clashes with Fever stars in wild fourth quarter te 2026-06-23T03:10:43.508Z Caitlin Clark scores 24 to lead Indiana as DeWanna Bonner clashes with Fever stars in wild fourth quarter The Indiana Fever beat the Phoenix Mercury 86-77 on Monday night, but what stood out most was the bad blood between the two squads. Lost amid the chaos was another dominant performance from Caitlin Clark, who finished with 24 points and nine assists to help Indiana secure the win. With seven minutes left in the fourth quarter, Clark and Mercury forward DeWanna Bonner got locked up on a physical possession. Bad blood instantly boiled over. Clark stood her ground, the two exchanged words, and officials hit Clark with her fifth technical foul of the season. Clark and Bonner famously got into it during a physical postseason clash in 2024, including shoves and swipes. MERCURY STAR RIPS FEVER FANS FOR BOOING DEWANNA BONNER, WHO BAILED ON TEAM AFTER 9 GAMES Add Bonner's brief and messy stint as Clark's teammate in Indiana before forcing her way out of town, and the volatility wasn't exactly surprising. "Enforcer" Fever guard Sophie Cunningham didn't sit and watch her superstar get pushed around. Before the Clark-Bonner scene, Cunningham stepped into the confrontation and pointed directly at Bonner, who continued barking at officials as teammates tried to pull her away. Cameras later caught Cunningham laughing as Bonner's meltdown escalated, and both players were hit with technical fouls. Mercury star and Bonner's girlfriend Alyssa Thomas rushed in to defend Bonner. Indiana forward Myisha Hines-Allen jumped into the scrum. The refs started handing out technical fouls like free samples, slapping Thomas and Hines-Allen with a double technical. Seconds later, Hines-Allen decided she was done talking and shoved Bonner. Because she had already been assessed a technical foul moments earlier, the shove counted as her second of the night, earning an automatic ejection. CAITLIN CLARK GETS POKED IN EYE, SHOVED TO GROUND IN SKIRMISH WITH SUN PLAYERS All the whistles, reviews and ejections turned the final period into an absolute marathon. The fourth quarter alone stretched to 44 minutes. When asked about the chippy ending, Clark kept her focus on the officiating and the game's stop-and-start pace. "Obviously I appreciate the refs just calling the fouls," Clark said. She also joked that the game might be on record for the longest fourth quarter in WNBA history. Despite the chaos threatening to derail Indiana's momentum, Clark made sure the Fever stayed focused on the only thing that mattered. "Just stay focused on the goals," Clark added. "That's to win the game." WNBA rivalries and personalities ... Monday night's showdown delivered plenty of both. Send us your thoughts: alejandro.avila@outkick.com / Follow along on X: @alejandroaveela   ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39f23e1972385678347dd5 Science Center names new CEO te 2026-06-23T02:41:02.003Z Science Center names new CEO Tammy Stewart The board of trustees of Arizona Science Center announced its unanimous appointment of Tammy Stewart as the next Hazel A. Hare president and CEO. Since September 2025, Stewart has served as interim CEO and she has been a longtime member of the leadership team at the Arizona Science Center. Stewart has been a transformative leader at Arizona Science Center, the organization said, overseeing the $14 million operation of the 164,000-square-foot facility with more than 120 employees. She has guided the organization in its mission to inspire curiosity, delivering innovative programs, exhibitions, and experiences that engage audiences of all ages. With 25 years of experience in museum and cultural organization operations and fundraising, Stewart has held leadership roles at Arizona Science Center, Phoenix Art Museum, Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History and Long Beach Symphony. Under her guidance, teams successfully raised more than $150 million to support capital initiatives and ongoing operations. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39f2151972385678347d9f Budgets galore: Pima County, school districts vote on 2026-27 spending te 2026-06-23T02:40:21.050Z Budgets galore: Pima County, school districts vote on 2026-27 spending Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39eb4c1972385678347c5f Austin Metcalf's father accuses media pundits of trying to monetize his son's death 'for clicks' te 2026-06-23T02:11:24.704Z Austin Metcalf's father accuses media pundits of trying to monetize his son's death 'for clicks' Jeff Metcalf, the father of slain 17-year-old Austin Metcalf, accused some pundits of attempting to "monetize" his son’s death and revealed whether convicted killer Karmelo Anthony’s family has ever apologized. "They're looking for their 15 minutes of fame, or their clickbait or their clicks. They're just looking to monetize the death of my son," Metcalf told "The Will Cain Show" on Monday. His comments come as newly released evidence paints a clearer picture of the moments leading up to and following the fatal 2025 stabbing incident. In police body camera footage from the day of the stabbing, when an officer refers to Anthony as the "alleged suspect" while placing him in handcuffs, Anthony replies, "I’m not alleged. I did it." TEXAS TRACK MEET STABBING SUSPECT TOLD RESPONDING OFFICER HE 'DID IT': DOCS Metcalf responded to comments made by "The View" co-host Sunny Hostin earlier Monday, when she said she could not understand why Anthony’s case was not determined to be self-defense. "I really wish they wouldn't speak about it at all because one, if that woman said that, she has no idea about the facts of the case, but she wants to spew her public opinion on a platform that reaches millions of people every day," he said. "She is completely wrong," he added, offering to join "The View" to discuss his son’s murder. KARMELO ANTHONY’S SELF-DEFENSE CLAIM COULD DEFINE MURDER TRIAL IN HIGH SCHOOL TRACK MEET STABBING: ANALYST The murder trial of Austin Metcalf evolved into a national discussion of race, with many media personalities backing the defense’s assertion that Anthony acted in self-defense when he stabbed 17-year-old Metcalf at a track meet in April 2025. Anthony was convicted of first-degree murder earlier this month and sentenced to 35 years in prison. Jeff Metcalf criticized those who politicized his son’s murder or framed it through a racial lens, saying he never wanted that to happen. "The two things I said on one of the first interviews I ever did was, ‘Please don't make this about race, please don't politicize it,’" he said. "But they chose to do both." The elder Metcalf expressed disappointment that the case became so focused on race, telling host Will Cain that skin color is an irrelevant factor in his son’s murder. "We don't see color. So, all I see is character in people. I don't care what color you are," the father said. "I want to judge you on how you treat people." AUSTIN METCALF'S DAD EXPRESSES EMPATHY FOR KARMELO ANTHONY AS KILLER'S PARENTS SAY 'THEY DID A NUMBER ON US' Metcalf slightly empathized with his son’s killer while discussing how Anthony’s parents left him alone in the courtroom during a sensitive time during the trial. "As soon as the verdict was read, he was guilty, his family and some other advocates left the courtroom and turned in their badges," he told Fox News. "They weren't there for the sentencing, and they were not there for victim impact statements. They left that poor child up there by himself." Metcalf also revealed whether Anthony’s family has ever reached out to apologize. "Have you ever spoken to the Anthony's?" Cain asked. "No," Metcalf responded. MOURNING MOTHER, TWIN BROTHER OF SLAIN TEXAS TEEN SPEAK OUT: 'LOST MY BEST FRIEND IN THE BLINK OF AN EYE' "No apology, no remorse?" Cain replied. "Nothing," Metcalf said. The father also reflected on his son Austin’s memory, remembering him as a "God-fearing" leader more than one year after his death. "He had compassion. He showed love," he explained. "He always helped. Always was helping his teammates, always helping the younger kids from middle school who were transitioning to high school football. He would go and talk to them and tell them what to expect. He would coach them in the weight room." "I mean, this is a trauma that you carry the rest of your life." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39eb391972385678347c56 Terrifying scene unfolds as metal cabana frame crashes into packed casino pool area te 2026-06-23T02:11:05.247Z Terrifying scene unfolds as metal cabana frame crashes into packed casino pool area A powerful wind gust sent a metal cabana frame crashing into a crowded pool area at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on Saturday evening, injuring five people. The incident unfolded at the DAER Club, a rooftop entertainment venue at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida, according to reports. Strong winds struck an outdoor section of the venue, causing the structure to partially collapse. DISNEY WORLD GUESTS SHAKEN AS RARE EARTHQUAKE NEAR CUBA JOLTS FLORIDA Five people were transported to Memorial Regional Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, reports noted. Videos shared online showed guests and employees rushing to help those trapped beneath the fallen structure, with several people lifting sections of the metal frame before first responders arrived. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER The cabana frame was lifted by strong winds before crashing into an area occupied by guests near the resort's pool deck. Fox News Digital reached out to the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino for comment. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ One bystander who recorded the aftermath said he had been standing near the area moments before the incident occurred. In a social media post, the witness said he walked away shortly before the structure came down, and later described feeling shocked by how narrowly he avoided being caught underneath it. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES "I am still in shock. I keep thinking that I was supposed to be standing there, but for some reason I moved away at the last moment," the user wrote. Fox News Digital previously reported on another weather-related accident in which a New Jersey lifeguard was impaled by a beach umbrella that became airborne during windy conditions. The incident occurred at Asbury Park's 3rd Avenue Beach in June 2025. First responders found the woman conscious and alert after an umbrella stake pierced her shoulder. Fire officials later said the lifeguard remained awake throughout the ordeal and was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. The incident prompted renewed warnings about securing outdoor equipment during windy conditions, particularly at beaches and other open-air recreation areas. Stepheny Price of Fox News Digital contributed reporting. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39eb0f1972385678347c1e As Vance Leads Iran Negotiations, Trump Creates Disruptions in His Path te 2026-06-23T02:10:23.271Z As Vance Leads Iran Negotiations, Trump Creates Disruptions in His Path Vice President JD Vance is in a politically precarious spot. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39e8a51972385678347bda DOJ investigating NYC coffee shop over hostile social post about pro-Israel politician te 2026-06-23T02:00:05.850Z DOJ investigating NYC coffee shop over hostile social post about pro-Israel politician The Department of Justice (DOJ) says it has opened an investigation into a New York City coffee shop after it blasted Rep. Dan Goldman, D-N.Y., in a social media post, saying it should not have served him, and he should never come back due to his support of Israel.  Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Harmeet Dhillon said the DOJ has opened an investigation into the Poetica Coffee Shop in Brooklyn. Dhillon says the department is aware of the "denial of service taunts" directed at Goldman and says federal law prohibits public accommodations, including coffee shops, from discriminating against patrons based on race, religion, or national origin. Dhillon says the alleged denial of service could violate federal anti-discrimination law and says enforcement action is possible. In a now-deleted Facebook post, Poetica Coffee said it issued a refund to Goldman after learning that he had stopped by the location with his young daughter. The shop added that it would have simply turned Goldman away if staff had recognized him at the time. SMOOTHIE KING FIRES EMPLOYEES WHO REFUSED TO SERVE CUSTOMERS OVER TRUMP SWEATSHIRT "Hey Congressman Dan Goldman, we see that you stopped by our shop today for a coffee. Do you see how it doesn’t taste like genocide juice? Or are you still having a hard time telling the difference?" the post stated, referring to Goldman’s support for Israel and accusations that the Jewish state has committed genocide against Palestinians during the war in Gaza. "See, here at Poetica, we don’t serve racists, fascists, homophobes, genocide enablers, or anyone in between," the post continued. "Too bad we didn’t recognize you right away, or we would have turned you away. We issued you a refund—we don’t need your money (it’s probably coming from AIPAC anyways). Enjoy your loss on Tuesday. Don’t ever come to Poetica." In a statement on social media, Goldman said he was disappointed by the shop's remarks. "I’m sorry to see this post," he said. "The barista could not have been nicer to my 7-year-old daughter and me—allowing her to use the bathroom even though we had not purchased anything. I made sure to buy a coffee in return for her kindness. I hope you at least make sure she gets the tip that she deserved." In response, the shop said it was the barista's idea to refund Goldman's purchase. The poster added that they will be voting against Goldman, who faces a Democratic primary challenge from former city Comptroller Brad Lander. DEMOCRATIC REP FEARS PARTY TURNING ANTISEMITIC PROTESTERS INTO 'MARTYRS' IN BATTLE AGAINST TRUMP DEPORTATIONS Fox News Digital has reached out to Goldman and the coffee shop, as well as the offices of New York State Attorney General Letitia James and Mayor Zohran Mamdani, and the city’s Department of Consumer and Worker Protection. "No comment. We stand against genocide," a staffer told the New York Post. The shop's social media post was quickly criticized online. Mark Treyger, the CEO of the Jewish Community Relations Council of New York, said the incident warrants a review under city and state human rights laws. MAMDANI IN THE HOT SEAT AFTER FIRST VETO DERAILS BIPARTISAN EFFORT TO COMBAT ANTISEMITISM: 'DISAPPOINTED' "Turning a cup of coffee into a Jewish identity litmus test is an affront to the law, our values, and every New Yorker who rejects discrimination," he wrote on X. "If an identifiable Jewish customer walks into a coffee shop wearing a kippah or Magen David, are they expected to first disclose their views on Middle East policy before being served?" The incident appears to contradict the opening statement on Poetica Coffee's website by its owner, Parviz Mukhamadkulov, an Uzbek immigrant who opened his first location in 2020. "In practice, it looks like a café where the door doesn't close on anyone, where tea gets poured before anyone asks who you are," the website states. "The guest is sacred because the act of welcoming is how a community keeps itself intact." The shop also claims on its site that "whoever walks through the door is treated with unconditional dignity." "Not as a customer. Not as a transaction. As someone who arrived and deserves to be welcomed," the site reads. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39e1ea1972385678347a63 Former Cy Young winner Trevor Bauer heads back to Mexico as MLB continues to shut him out te 2026-06-23T01:31:22.396Z Former Cy Young winner Trevor Bauer heads back to Mexico as MLB continues to shut him out Trevor Bauer is heading back to Mexico ... another reminder that no matter how well he pitches, Major League Baseball remains unwilling to welcome him back. After dominating the Atlantic League with the Long Island Ducks, where he broke franchise strikeout records and threw a seven-inning no-hitter, the 35-year-old right-hander is heading back to Mexico: officially re-signed with the Diablos Rojos. Bauer is returning to the club where he went 10-0 during a dominant 2024 run, not because he lacks options on the mound, but because he has run out of willing suitors in the majors. In seven starts for the Flock, Bauer posted a stellar 5-1 record with a 2.36 ERA, racking up 66 strikeouts against just seven walks in 42 innings. TREVOR BAUER THROWS NO-HITTER FOR LONG ISLAND DUCKS IN JUST SECOND US START SINCE 2021 The 2020 National League Cy Young Award winner isn't playing south of the border due to a decline in talent. Bauer remains in professional exile following a league suspension that permanently altered the trajectory of his career. Commissioner Rob Manfred originally issued Bauer an unprecedented 324-game suspension, which an independent arbitrator later reduced to 192 games. As a result, Bauer forfeited roughly $37.5 million of his $102 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Dodgers eventually released him anyway, choosing to pay out the remainder of the deal rather than keep him on the roster. The firestorm began with allegations made by Lindsey Hill. While media outlets heavily covered the initial accusations, the public narrative shifted dramatically when explosive evidence came to light. Bauer was never charged with a crime, and text messages later surfaced showing Hill explicitly discussing plans to target a wealthy athlete for financial gain. EX-MLB PLAYER SAYS HIS LIFE AFTER BASEBALL WAS 'RUINED' BY SEXUAL HARASSMENT ALLEGATIONS: 'CAN'T GET A JOB' Their legal dispute ended in a zero-dollar settlement, with neither side paying the other. Despite the legal resolution, Bauer's path back to Major League Baseball remains blocked. Major-league teams continue to hand crucial innings to struggling starters while insisting to fan bases they are doing everything possible to win. The disconnect has become impossible to ignore. Bauer has spent the last several years pitching his way back into the conversation. He has won in Japan, dominated in Mexico, rebuilt his public image through his digital platforms and just finished a strong showcase on Long Island. So Bauer heads back to Mexico City, continuing a journey that has taken him everywhere except the bigs. Send us your thoughts: alejandro.avila@outkick.com / Follow along on X: @alejandroaveela   ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39e1c01972385678347a35 Judge Blocks Bans on Using Food Stamps for Sugary Drinks and Candy te 2026-06-23T01:30:40.922Z Judge Blocks Bans on Using Food Stamps for Sugary Drinks and Candy A federal judge ruled that the Agriculture Department lacked the authority to approve state waivers that restrict what SNAP participants can buy with their benefits. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39e1ac1972385678347a06 The running list: major tech layoffs in 2026 where employers cited AI te 2026-06-23T01:30:20.450Z The running list: major tech layoffs in 2026 where employers cited AI A running look — in reverse chronological order — at the bigger tech companies that have announced significant layoffs this year with AI as a stated factor. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39df6a19723856783479e1 Prominent businessman learns fate in boat crash case that killed teen, maimed another te 2026-06-23T01:20:42.964Z Prominent businessman learns fate in boat crash case that killed teen, maimed another Miami real estate developer George Pino was found not guilty in connection with a boat crash off Boca Chita Key in Biscayne Bay in September 2022 that killed one teenager and left another with permanent disabilities. The verdict was handed down on Monday acquitting Pino, 55, who was charged with second-degree manslaughter and vessel homicide for the crash that killed 17-year-old Lucy Fernandez and left another teen, Katy Puig, now 21, with life-changing injuries, according to NBC 6. The verdict comes after an emotional eight days of testimony in South Florida. During closing arguments, prosecutors argued that Pino was reckless when he crashed his boat into a channel marker during Labor Day weekend in 2022, while the defense maintained that the collision was an accident. FLORIDA MEN CHARGED IN FATAL BOATING HIT-AND-RUN OF 15-YEAR-OLD BALLERINA "We are grateful to the jurors for their careful consideration of the evidence and for reaching a just verdict," lead defense attorney Howard Srebnick said in a statement after the verdict, according to the outlet. "From the beginning, we have maintained that the events of September 4, 2022, were a tragic accident, not a crime. The testimony presented at trial—including unrebutted accounts from eyewitnesses who saw no signs of impairment—confirmed that Mr. Pino was not under the influence, was not operating the vessel recklessly, and that he did everything he could to protect his passengers after the accident." Miami-Dade State Attorney Katherine Fernandez-Rundle, who prosecuted the case, said she was disappointed with the verdict but accepts the jury's decision. "While everyone in our community and beyond recognizes the tragedy surrounding the Labor Day 2022 boating death of Lucy Fernandez and the permanent disabling of Katy Puig, my prosecutors and I have believed that the totality of George Pino's actions on the waters of Biscayne Bay were reckless and constituted a crime as defined by Florida's criminal statutes," she said in a statement. MIAMI SAILING CAMP DISASTER BOAT CAPTAIN TESTED FOR ALCOHOL AFTER DEADLY COLLISION, 7-YEAR-OLD VICTIM ID’D "Sadly, I know that this verdict brings no comfort to the Fernandez and Puig families who forever must live with the tragedy of what happened. In a case like this, there are no winners or losers," she added. "Mr. Pino must live with what he did, while the Fernandez and Puig families will grapple with the consequences of his actions." On Sept. 4, 2022, Pino and his wife hosted a birthday celebration for their daughter on their boat. Investigators said Pino was operating the family's 29-foot boat as it returned to the dock when it hit a channel marker near Boca Chita Key. Pino told investigators that another boat had passed by and created a large wake. He said he turned to check on the teenagers after the wake, which caused him to collide with the marker. The impact of the crash caused everyone on board to fall overboard and into the water. The crash also resulted in a large hole in the side of the vessel. Eleven of the 14 passengers were injured, including six who were transported to a hospital. Fernandez later died from her injuries and Puig suffered a traumatic brain injury that left her with a lifetime of disabilities. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39dd121972385678347965 After questionable remarks from star Milly Alcock, new tracking shows 'Supergirl' on track for $200M loss te 2026-06-23T01:10:42.623Z After questionable remarks from star Milly Alcock, new tracking shows 'Supergirl' on track for $200M loss If there's one thing that modern Hollywood specializes in, it's unforced errors. There are dozens of examples of major studio properties that had what appeared to be an easy path to profitability. "The Marvels" was the continuation of the all-powerful Marvel Cinematic Universe, a follow-up to a wildly successful franchise. New release "The Mandalorian and Grogu" was part of the expanded Star Wars universe. The most recent "Superman" from James Gunn was a reboot of one of the most popular comic book characters in history, with creative talent behind it that had already delivered mega-hits like "The Guardians of the Galaxy." Instead, those movies were financial disappointments, to one degree or another. All thanks to predictable mistakes from the entertainment industry. "The Marvels" came after Marvel Studios shot its brand in the foot by focusing too much on unpopular characters to check desired boxes. It flopped, dramatically. "The Mandalorian and Grogu" is set to lose Disney around $100 million because they degraded the Star Wars brand so successfully over the years. "Snow White" was another monumental flop after actress Rachel Zegler spent the entire press campaign undermining it. "Superman," while hardly a flop, disappointed at the box office after Gunn made bizarre comments about the film's supposed political message. Even though the film had no specific political focus. STAR WARS FRANCHISE IN SERIOUS TROUBLE AS 'THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU' DISAPPOINTS IN OPENING BOX OFFICE But apparently bizarre comments and financial failures are what the James Gunn era at DC Studios is all about. Because the latest pre-release tracking data on this weekend's "Supergirl" release has gone from disastrously bad to monumental failure. And the film's star, Milly Alcock, is sure to shoulder some of the blame. Alcock, as a reminder, implied in a March interview that she'd been receiving criticism for being a woman starring as a...female superhero. Which makes little sense. "It definitely made me aware that simply existing as a woman in that space is something that people comment on," she told Vanity Fair. "We have become very comfortable having this weird ownership of women’s bodies. I can’t really stop them. I can only be myself."  When reaction to those remarks was generally negative, Alcock got defensive and doubled down. "I didn’t even say ‘men’ — I said ‘people!’" she said in a profile for Variety. "And they got so angry. I was like, ‘You’re proving my point. You’re proving my point!’" Apparently unaware that those remarks then proved she had, in fact, been referring to unknown male fans who supposedly criticized her for playing "Supergirl." But that wasn't the only odd statement she made during that portion of the press tour. Alcock said much of the criticism came from those who said they were a "dad" or "Christian." Which apparently disqualifies them from having an opinion about a movie or casting decision. Or means that any comments are supposedly hypocritical. "And it’s from a lot of people whose profiles have no photo, who are burner accounts," Alcock said. "Or someone’s name and then ‘Dad of four, Christian,’ which is hilarious to me." As if that wasn't enough, just a few days ago, Alcock addressed the sexuality of the "Supergirl" character in a response to a question from Queerly Radio. When the host asked whether that was something Alcock had "explored" her character's supposed "queerness" in preparing for the role, she answered, "It wasn't, but in honor of 'Pride month,' as I'm getting all these questions...I don't know. I think that what makes this film beautiful is that it's not centered around a man, it's not centered around love at all. I don't really know. I don't know. I don't know. She probably goes both ways." It's like watching the "Snow White" debacle unfold again, years later. Relatedly, as the film's release on June 26 rapidly approaches, there's new box office tracking data out. In May, Box Office Theory estimates said that "Supergirl" could reach as high as $65 million in its opening weekend. Even that would have been a disappointment, given the film's estimated $250 million cost between production and marketing. With the 50/50 revenue breakdown between studios and movie theaters, a $250 million movie generally needs to reach $500 million globally to break even. And in fact, original marketing estimates may have been low, considering a new report says the film received a $100 million "promo partner" campaign, the largest ever for DC. As a point of comparison, "Superman" opened to $125 million domestically and topped out at $618 million worldwide. Half that first weekend gross would make it nearly impossible to reach $500 million, and even $400 million would be unlikely, at best. Well, things have only gotten worse since. Much, much worse. In their latest update, Box Office Theory has now put the range of weekend grosses for "Supergirl" at between $39-51 million. That's a decrease of $8-14 million from the previous estimates. And it spells disaster for Hollywood and DC Studios. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Taking the midway point of those numbers, an opening weekend of $45 million would be a monumental failure. Big-budget films typically bring in around 40-45% of their total gross in the first weekend. Particularly in the busy summer season where high-profile releases hit theaters each week. That implies a total domestic gross in the $100-108 million range. Even if it doubles that total in international markets, a $300 million total would mean around $200 million in losses for Warner Bros. and DC Studios. "Supergirl" was likely never going to be a huge hit for DC. It's a character with little general fan interest, and Gunn failed to build buzz and momentum for his new version of an "expanded universe" in the DC Studios world with "Superman." But they could have maximized fan interest and their return on investment with better story ideas, marketing and public relations. The film's trailer looked unoriginal and uninteresting. Alcock has little-to-no name recognition, and instead of building up a positive profile of herself and the movie, has come across as unlikable and divisive in the press tour. This isn't rocket science. Don't alienate potential customers by unnecessarily making them the enemy. Don't make yourself the center of the story, when it should be the movie and its qualities. That can't guarantee financial success, but it won't hurt box office either. Instead, Alcock has done the opposite. She's made everything about her, her views and ideology. That's her choice, but she's then going to shoulder some of the blame when it fails. And boy oh boy, does this movie look like it's going to fail. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39dad119723856783478e2 Trump says Colombia's 'El Tigre' will be a 'great president' as socialist opponent launches legal challenge te 2026-06-23T01:01:05.826Z Trump says Colombia's 'El Tigre' will be a 'great president' as socialist opponent launches legal challenge President Donald Trump congratulated conservative attorney and businessman Abelardo de la Espriella on becoming president of Colombia Monday at the White House. Yet while he holds a slim lead and is the favorite to win over left-wing Senator Ivan Cepeda, authorities have yet to officially certify the result. With 99.9% of votes counted, de la Espriella led with 49.7% to Cepeda's 48.7%. De la Espriella, known to his supporters as "El Tigre," dominated in the country's mountainous interior and the vote-rich state of Antioquia, while Cepeda won in the capital Bogotá and performed well in coastal regions, following trends of recent presidential elections. Cepeda has challenged the results, citing irregularities at thousands of polling stations. Nonetheless, overturning the election would be unprecedented in Colombian history. If de la Espriella does hold out, it will mirror a continent-wide rightward shift seen in recent electoral results in Chile, Ecuador, Bolivia, and Peru, where conservative Keiko Fujimori appears poised to win the presidency. ANTI-CARTEL HARDLINER CHANNELS TRUMP IN BID TO END COLOMBIA'S LEFTIST ERA IN PIVOTAL ELECTION Donald Trump congratulated de la Espriella during a signing at the White House on Monday. Trump told reporters that, "He called me last night, and he thanked me for the endorsement. He won. He won the election." In response to a question on relations between the U.S. and Colombia, Trump asserted that things would be "Much better. It'll be better. He's going to be a great president." The election featured two candidates representing polar opposites of the Colombian political spectrum. De la Espriella, known as ‘El Tigre’ by his supporters, has enjoyed the enthusiastic backing of Donald Trump, promised a return to the law-and-order approach of former President Alvaro Uribe, and pledged an aggressive military campaign against guerrilla groups and criminal organizations, while Cepeda vowed to continue the negotiation-based strategy of Petro, a longtime political ally. Ivan Cepeda is a longtime figure on the Colombian left, and served as senator for 12 years, following a four-year stint in the Chamber of Representatives. His father, Manuel Cepeda, was a prominent figure in the Colombian Communist Party, and was assassinated in 1994 during a particularly bloody era in Colombia's internal conflict. TRUMP DOUBLES DOWN ON COLOMBIA CRACKDOWN, CALLS PETRO ‘LUNATIC,’ VOWS TO END ALL US PAYMENTS OVER DRUGS The first round of the election, held on May 31, saw de la Espriella win 43.7% of the vote, to Cepeda's 40.9%, with right-wing Senator Paloma Valencia placing a distant third, at 6.9%. On Sunday evening, Secretary of State Marco Rubio congratulated de la Espriella on the result, saying, "The Trump Administration looks forward to working closely with your incoming administration to advance regional security cooperation, end illegal immigration to the United States." COLOMBIAN PRESIDENT PETRO THREATENS MILITARY RESPONSE AFTER TRUMP WARNS COLOMBIA MAY BE NEXT TARGET While the issues driving American and Colombian politics remain considerably distinct, de la Espriella's insurgent outsider campaign emulated Trump's in many ways, particularly in the sense that neither held elected nor appointed office prior to winning the presidency, launching successful campaigns almost entirely outside the existing party structure. The defining safety and security issue set de la Espriella on a winning course, as he honed something of a strongman image to forcefully critique the Petro administration's policy of peace through negotiation with armed groups in opposition to the Colombian government. It is widely believed that Petro's negotiation-based approach and restraint with respect to military action has allowed such groups as the ELN (National Liberation Army), and various dissident elements of the FARC to regroup, boost recruitment and regain control of key territory and drug trafficking routes. De la Espriella promised a return to an aggressive military campaign to reclaim territory from terrorist groups and cartels, and pledged to build "mega-prisons", citing the policies of El Salvador's Nayib Bukele as a model for eradicating criminal groups. A de la Espriella administration will also likely mark a return to free-market economics, decreased governmental intervention in the economy, and a renewed push to lower taxes. A strengthened U.S.-Colombia relationship is also a certainty, following an era of considerable tensions between Petro and Trump, which led to a series of acrimonious social media exchanges. Historically, Colombia was the U.S.' strongest ally in the region, but the relationship has weakened considerably under the tenure of Petro. Political analysts will also be closely watching the dynamic between Colombia and Venezuela.  De la Espriella is likely to follow the Trump administration's lead in Bogotá's approach to the new Delcy Rodriguez administration, demanding a timeline for free and fair elections, and calling on the Venezuelan government to aggressively pursue the ELN Marxist guerrilla group in border regions where it has long sought refuge, and had an allegedly close relationship with former dictator Nicolás Maduro. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39dabe19723856783478d4 Golf Channel analyst calls Long Island fans 'a stain on the game' after US Open incidents te 2026-06-23T01:00:46.375Z Golf Channel analyst calls Long Island fans 'a stain on the game' after US Open incidents One analyst has a bone to pick with a specific region of golf fans following the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills this past week. Golf Channel’s Eamon Lynch believes a golf major shouldn’t ever come across Long Island, New York again after seeing what unfolded at one of the country’s storied courses in Shinnecock Hills during the U.S. Open. "Long Island golf fans re a stain on the game of golf," Lynch said during a segment on Monday following Wyndham Clark’s second U.S. Open victory for his career. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Lynch continued to unload on Long Islanders who attended the event, saying they "do not deserve" to see another major at any of its storied courses, including Bethpage Black, which hosted this past year’s Ryder Cup. Clark was at the center of Lynch’s argument, as authorities had to kick patrons at Shinnecock Hills on Sunday out after heckling the U.S. Open’s leader. Fans were heard screaming, "Don’t choke Wyndham," as well as, "Get in the bunker" during his final round. "This isn’t a New York problem," Lynch added. "It doesn’t happen at Winged Foot, doesn’t happen at Baltusrol on the other side of the Hudson River. It happens on Long Island every single time." NEW YORK GOLF FANS DESERVE TO BE CALLED OUT, SAM BURNS HAS A GOOD CRY, WYNDHAM CLARK'S BEST SHOT AT SHINNECOCK As of now, the PGA of America has the PGA Championship set up for Bethpage Black in 2033. At that very course, Rory McIlroy and other members of Team Europe were the subject of taunts and heckling that got in the way of the Ryder Cup this past summer. McIlroy was even seen stepping back from the ball to quip back at one of the hecklers, while others, including his friend Shane Lowry, were also quick to respond. Then, during Team Europe’s victory run on American soil, McIlroy’s wife, Erica Stoll, had a beer thrown at her while walking on the course. "I don’t think we should ever accept that in golf," McIlroy said at the time. "I think golf should be held to a higher standard than what was seen out there this week." While nothing of the sort was seen during the four rounds at the U.S. Open this past week, Lynch still believes Long Island golf fans have been too "repetitive" and "predictable" to allow high-stakes tournaments to be played there in the future. "It’s the drunk crypto bros who buy a ticket with Daddy’s credit card," Lynch said, even adding that some of the fans have been privileged in their lives to the point they’ve been "without ever being stopped for something they’ve said." Is there a solution? Lynch thinks Augusta National Golf Club has it right for The Masters. "Maybe golf in its entirety needs to take the August National model," he said. "No phones, no tolerance, no second chance." Shinnecock Hills saw Clark become somewhat of a villain among the crowd despite leading the pack throughout the tournament. He’s had a history of throwing clubs, and he notoriously was banned from Oakmont during the 2025 U.S. Open after damaging two lockers inside the clubhouse out of frustration. He’s no longer allowed on the property. But despite Clark’s wrongdoings on and off the course, the decorum of being a golf patron, especially at a major championship, is paramount. Lynch feels those on Long Island are not following suit.   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/6a39d8631972385678347844 Hobbs signs final batch of bills for the 2026 session te 2026-06-23T00:50:43.263Z Hobbs signs final batch of bills for the 2026 session Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs steps down from the podium on the floor of the Arizona House of Representatives building on Jan. 12, 2026, after giving her annual state of the state address. (Photo by Caitlin Sievers/Arizona Mirror) Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs signed 51 pieces of legislation on Monday, the last of the bills that the state legislature sent to her before it ended the annual legislative session on June 13.  During a series of long days during their last week in session, the legislature sent Hobbs more than 200 pieces of legislation. On Friday, Hobbs signed 72 of those bills and vetoed 88 of them. The 51 remaining pieces of legislation that the Democratic governor signed on Monday were passed with bipartisan support, while the 88 that she previously vetoed were backed by only Republicans.  GET THE MORNING HEADLINES. SUBSCRIBE Some of the bills that Hobbs signed on Monday are:  House Bill 2960, establishing the Veterans’ Specialty Court Grant Program, which will provide grants for counties and municipalities to create their own Veterans’ Specialty courts to support the rehabilitation and reintegration of veterans as contributing members of their communities. House Bill 4117, which makes interfering with a religious service or religious activity a misdemeanor House Bill 2406, which prohibits images and x-rays of a deceased child that are created by a medical examiner from being released to anyone except the child’s parents or guardians, law enforcement officials or lawyers involved in a criminal case.  Senate Bill 1627, which allows K-12 schools to ban recreational drone use within 200 feet of a school.  Senate Bill 1560, which increases the cap for water supply revolving fund project loans from $3 million to $20 million.  Senate Bill 1275, which allows county attorneys to create a court diversion program for military veterans.  Hobbs also signed numerous pieces of routine legislation that continue the existence of state regulatory boards like the beef council, veterinary board and state land department. YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE. SUPPORT Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39d5f519723856783477a1 Storms Disrupt World Cup Matches in Philadelphia and New Jersey te 2026-06-23T00:40:21.716Z Storms Disrupt World Cup Matches in Philadelphia and New Jersey The ponchos came out as fans did what they could to stay dry. The France-Iraq match in Philadelphia endured a lengthy weather delay. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39d3d91972385678347763 DOJ backs nuns caring for dying cancer patients in fight against New York trans ideology mandate te 2026-06-23T00:31:21.425Z DOJ backs nuns caring for dying cancer patients in fight against New York trans ideology mandate The Justice Department is backing a group of Catholic nuns who say New York's transgender policies could force them to choose between their religious beliefs and continuing to care for indigent cancer patients in their final days. "States should take notice that they cannot require Americans to abandon their religious beliefs in the name of woke gender ideology," Assistant Attorney General Harmeet K. Dhillon of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division said in a Thursday statement. "For more than a century, the Dominican Sisters of Hawthorne have provided free palliative care to indigent cancer patients in their last days," Dhillon added. "New York’s law would force these religious women to choose between their faith and their license if they wish to continue serving the dying." ADVENT PEACE DEMANDS ACTION: DEFEND THOSE WHO RISK THEIR LIVES TO WORSHIP FREELY The Dominican Sisters of Hawthorne, who operate a home for dying cancer patients in Westchester County, argue New York's law could subject them to fines, loss of their operating license and other penalties if they refuse to comply with requirements related to gender identity, pronouns, room assignments and access to sex-specific facilities. If the Dominican Sisters of Hawthorne do not comply with the New York transgender mandate, they face fines up to $2,000 per violation — rising to $5,000 — court-ordered forced compliance, loss of licensing and up to one year in prison and fines up to $10,000. The New York transgender mandate, the "Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender, and people living with HIV long-term care facility residents' bill of rights," signed into law on Nov. 30, 2023, bans long-term care facilities and staff "from discriminating against any resident on the basis of a resident’s actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or HIV status," according to a press release from Hochul's office. WHO IS JAMES ERDMAN III? CIA WHISTLEBLOWER WHO WENT FROM COVID MANDATE FIGHTS TO SENATE SPOTLIGHT The sisters say that the New York transgender law would require them to assign rooms by gender identity, not biological sex; allow access to opposite-sex bathrooms; allow expression, relationships and identity practices; use preferred pronouns; require staff training in gender ideology; and post a public notice stating compliance with the law. In their lawsuit, filed on April 6, the sisters highlighted that during the four-year reporting period from Feb. 1, 2022, through Jan. 31, 2026, the New York State Department of Health had received "zero complaints" from their residents, compared with "more than 55,000 complaints against other nursing homes," and an average of 23 citations per facility during the same period. Martin Nussbaum, general counsel for Catholic Benefits Association, who is representing the Dominican Sisters of Hawthorne, told Fox News Digital that the sisters' risk of lost licensing applies both to the entity, Rosary Hill Home, and to its staff members who are professionally licensed. ADVENT PEACE DEMANDS ACTION: DEFEND THOSE WHO RISK THEIR LIVES TO WORSHIP FREELY "Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s formal certification of Dominican Sisters of Hawthorne v. Hochul as a case of ‘general public importance’ sends a welcome signal that a state’s policy preference for gender ideology does not trump the protection for religious freedom embedded in our country’s DNA," Nussbaum said. In a statement to Fox News Digital, a spokesperson for New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said "This is just another sad attempt by the Trump administration to weaponize the justice system to attack political opponents in an election year. New York’s decision to move to a single fiscal intermediary has already saved taxpayers more than a billion dollars while deterring fraud, waste and abuse. As many courts have already held, the transition to a single fiscal intermediary was lawful and appropriate. We are confident the facts are on our side." Fox News Digital reached out to the Department of Justice for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39d3c51972385678347745 Former Iowa news anchor clarifies sudden departure, insists he was not 'quitting on-air' te 2026-06-23T00:31:01.968Z Former Iowa news anchor clarifies sudden departure, insists he was not 'quitting on-air' Former Iowa news anchor Dustin Nolan released a statement clarifying his now viral farewell from KWQC TV6 on Friday. "Facts matter," Nolan began his statement on Monday. "Journalism matters. Being truthful matters. That was my message on Friday, and now it's being twisted to fit whatever ideology people want. I was not going to speak on the virality of my farewell message and hoped the interest would fade. But now, seeing multiple publications twist my words into unintended meanings, I feel I must set the record straight." Nolan was referring to his announcement during a KWQC TV6 broadcast where he revealed he was stepping down from his job and the news industry. FROM LEGACY NEWS TO LIBERAL PUNDITRY: THE JOURNALISTS WHO DROPPED THE PRETENSE AFTER LEAVING CORPORATE MEDIA "I’ll try to get through this," Nolan said. "Well, before we go this morning, I have an announcement. Today is my last day here at KWQC TV6. I have chosen to step away from the news industry. Before I say goodbye, I just want to say, I hope every one of you that’s allowed me to be a part of your mornings know just how important that I have taken this job." Since his comments gained nationwide attention, Nolan pushed back against what he described as a twist of his story to fit a narrative agenda. "First I was not quitting on-air. I decided with my wife months ago, and the station had the job posted months ago. Second, I was not blasting the news station or the news industry. I was simply explaining my approach to journalism and reminding everyone why we do what we do. Finally, I was not fired or forced out. Again, this was a hard decision for me, but one that will allow me to follow a dream I've always had," Nolan wrote. PBS AFFILIATE BOARD CHAIRMAN UNDER FIRE AFTER SAYING HE HOPES TRUMP SUFFERS STROKE Nolan added that he was not at liberty to discuss his future plans at the time. He also attacked publications who published the story "without asking for context" and framed his decision as a stance against journalism. "To the publications that posted this story without asking for context and those who grasped at straws to create a storyline that simply isn't there, you're part of the problem. Especially the ones who used our son's name in the story without our permission. Shame on you. To those who may be disappointed to hear that this wasn't an anchor taking a stand against the industry, I hope you know that local journalists are working hard every day to be the difference in the industry. Our world needs strong journalists now more than ever," Nolan said. ILLINOIS TV ANCHOR RESIGNS AFTER SUSPENSION OVER 'NON-PARTISAN' CHARLIE KIRK TRIBUTE He closed by thanking the people in the Quad Cities who reached out to him since his departure. In an additional comment to Fox News Digital, Nolan stood by his statement, claiming it "speaks for itself." "I really just wanted to thank our viewers for welcoming us into their homes each morning and tell them how I've approached my job. I really did not expect people to take what I said and twist it into a narrative I never intended," Nolan said. Fox News Digital reached out to KWQC TV6 for comment. Nolan has worked for KWQC TV6, an NBC-affiliate organization, since 2022. He and his wife previously took home a Mid-America Emmy in 2025 for Best Morning/Daytime newscast in the medium and small market category. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39d39c1972385678347717 Collapsed Surfside Condo Had Been Failing for Weeks, Investigators Find te 2026-06-23T00:30:20.503Z Collapsed Surfside Condo Had Been Failing for Weeks, Investigators Find Two columns that held up the building’s pool deck began to fail several weeks before the 2021 collapse, according to a new federal report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39d18119723856783476bd US official says JD Vance made 'great progress' in Iran talks, calls snub reports 'foreign propaganda' te 2026-06-23T00:21:21.587Z US official says JD Vance made 'great progress' in Iran talks, calls snub reports 'foreign propaganda' FIRST ON FOX: A U.S. official involved with the U.S.-Iran peace negotiations said that Vice President JD Vance made "great progress" in the talks, adding that "foreign propaganda" spread a falsehood that the prime minister of Qatar snubbed Vance. The U.S. official told Fox News Digital that Iranian state media originated reports of Vance being snubbed by the Qatari prime minister and Iranian leadership threatening to walk away from the negotiating table. "The vice president and the U.S. delegation departed Switzerland today after making great progress and engaging in historic talks that lasted well into the late hours over the weekend," a U.S. official present at the talks told Fox News Digital. "The negotiations set the framework for continued talks so that the unmatched efforts of the president can lead to a deal that’s best for the American people." "Those parroting foreign propaganda serve no one except the bad faith actors that want to derail negotiations," the official added. IRAN'S UNPRECEDENTED 'WHOLE-REGIME' DELEGATION AT US DEAL TALKS SIGNALS ONE GOAL: EXPERT As Vance and White House officials deliberated a peace agreement at the Bürgenstock resort on Lake Lucerne in Switzerland, a CBS poll on Sunday showed that an overwhelming 78% of Americans say that the conflict between the U.S. and Iran should come to an end. Reports from Iranian state media created confusion about the progress of the peace talks in Switzerland, with critics alleging the Qataris snubbed Vance after Qatar's prime minister and chief negotiator, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, walked past Vance and warmly greeted Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif instead.  "The U.S. delegation had just spent hours with the Qataris and there was no need to re-greet someone having just spent hours with," a U.S. official said. "The decision to give statements together before the meeting was done impromptu, which is why it wasn't a staged greeting." TRUMP AGAIN SAYS DEAL IS CLOSE, THEN CONFIRMS A LAST-MINUTE AGREEMENT WITH IRAN, BUT DETAILS STILL SECRET In an interview today with Qatar’s official media outlet, Al Jazeera, Al Thani denied snubbing Vance, saying he had just spent hours with Vance and hadn’t yet greeted Sharif. He blamed the media for misrepresenting the encounter. "And they just made the issue too big," he said. Prospects of a peace agreement have already shown signs of life in the U.S., even without a final deal. The New York Times reported oil prices dipping on Monday amid expectations Vance would secure peace during the talks in Switzerland.  Critics of Vance have been vocal in the media about the vice president’s handling of the talks, echoing a sentiment among protesters that have been supporting the Islamic Republic of Iran since the onset of hostilities earlier this year. Some critics allege that Vance is surrendering to the Iranians and that the Iranians are getting more out of the peace deal than the U.S. FAR-LEFT NETWORK ACTIVATES TO FLY IRAN'S FLAG OVER AMERICA IN VICTORY AND WAGE A 'SMOKELESS WAR' ON THE US A Fox News Digital investigation found that a network of pro-communist groups funded by Neville Roy Singham, an American-born tech tycoon living in China, supporting the Chinese Communist Party and allies, like the Islamic Republic of Iran, has been behind most of the protests that have taken place.  In April, nonprofits in Singham’s network mobilized to protest President Donald Trump’s "criminal war," painting blood on their hands to symbolize what they called the "genocidal threats" the administration was making against Iran.  The Party for Socialism and Liberation, a self-declared pro-China communist group, communicated to its followers through its propaganda platform, "Liberation News," to "keep up the pressure" in combatting the war. VANCE SAYS US-IRAN TALKS END WITHOUT DEAL AFTER 21 HOURS OF NEGOTIATIONS In 2017, Singham married a co-founder of CodePink, Jodie Evans, and started pouring a documented $278 million into a network of groups that fuel anti-American protests in the United States, support the People's Republic of China and now back the Islamic Republic of Iran, a strategic partner of China and a major source of its oil imports. Despite the coordinated propaganda defending Iran, the administration has maintained its intention to rid Iran of nuclear capabilities. For more than three months, U.S.-Israeli forces have been fighting Iranian forces, a conflict which Americans have expressed concerns about.  Vance’s trip to Switzerland marks his second attempt to bring the conflict to an end. In April, he traveled to Islamabad, Pakistan, alongside Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Special Peace Envoy Jared Kushner to negotiate peace. The talks failed and Vance returned home, but he has remained a key figure in finalizing a ceasefire. His involvement with the negotiations has also led to a surge in bettors placing wagers on the vice president winning the presidency in 2028. In March, Kalshi showed Vance being beaten out for president in 2028 by both Secretary of State Marco Rubio and California Governor Gavin Newsom. Since Vance has been facilitating the peace deal this month, he surged to the top spot for the next presidential election cycle. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39d1581972385678347691 Dark Smoke in a Sunny Place: Neighbors of L.A. Fire Struggle for Breath te 2026-06-23T00:20:40.115Z Dark Smoke in a Sunny Place: Neighbors of L.A. Fire Struggle for Breath The plume from the stubborn blaze in a cold-storage facility has dissipated, but people in the Boyle Heights neighborhood say they are in a toxic miasma. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39d1441972385678347662 OpenAI launches new initiative to help find and patch open-source bugs te 2026-06-23T00:20:20.153Z OpenAI launches new initiative to help find and patch open-source bugs OpenAI is attempting to tackle the security issues of the open source software community. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39ceeb1972385678347609 El traslado de $70 millones del fondo de dotación de la UA genera escrutinio te 2026-06-23T00:10:19.991Z El traslado de $70 millones del fondo de dotación de la UA genera escrutinio Leer en inglés La Universidad de Arizona afirma que su plan de asumir el control directo de decenas de millones de dólares en fondos de dotación provenientes de donantes permitirá utilizar el apoyo filantrópico de manera más eficiente; sin embargo, tanto la carta que la propia fundación envió a los donantes como la presidenta del senado docente señalan que existe otra razón para este cambio. A principios de este mes, la Fundación de la UA notificó a los donantes que transferirá a la universidad $70 millones, correspondientes a los rendimientos de fondos de dotación no destinados a becas, antes del 30 de junio, y que todos los pagos anuales futuros seguirán el mismo procedimiento a partir de julio. Este cambio otorga a la universidad la titularidad legal directa de fondos que anteriormente eran gestionados y supervisados ​​por la fundación antes de su distribución, eliminando así un mecanismo de control independiente sobre cómo se gastan los recursos sujetos a restricciones específicas por parte de los donantes. "Esto permite a la universidad aprovechar de manera más eficiente el apoyo filantrópico en beneficio de los estudiantes, la investigación y otras prioridades definidas por los donantes," declaró Mitch Zak, portavoz de la UA, añadiendo que el cambio proporciona a la universidad una mayor visibilidad directa sobre el uso de dichos fondos. Zak afirmó que la medida no afectará al capital principal de la dotación, el cual permanecerá en la fundación bajo la supervisión fiduciaria de su junta directiva. En una segunda declaración, Zak señaló que los pagos anuales "no se convierten en fondos universitarios de libre disposición" y que el cambio "mejora la visibilidad de esos recursos sin alterar las restricciones que rigen su uso;" no obstante, no explicó qué mecanismo garantizaría el cumplimiento de dichas restricciones una vez eliminado el proceso de revisión de la fundación. Sin embargo, la carta dirigida a los donantes por John-Paul Roczniak, presidente y director ejecutivo de la fundación, fue más directa: el cambio "también ayudará a la universidad a cumplir con los objetivos de ‘días de efectivo disponible’ exigidos por la Junta de Regentes de Arizona y por las agencias calificadoras de bonos de la universidad." El Foco de Tucson forma a la próxima generación de periodistas del sur de Arizona y publica sus trabajos de forma gratuita para todos. Sin muros de pago ni respaldo corporativo. Solo lectores que creen que esta comunidad merece mejores noticias locales. La Fundación UA cede control de desembolsos de fondos de donación La Fundación de la Universidad de Arizona transferirá a la universidad el control de $70 millones provenientes de desembolsos de fondos de donantes (excluyendo los destinados a becas), con efecto a partir del 30 de junio. El indicador de "días de efectivo disponible" mide cuánto tiempo puede operar una universidad utilizando los fondos disponibles sin recibir ingresos adicionales. La UA informó la semana pasada que contaba con entre 78 y 84 días de efectivo disponible, muy por debajo del mínimo de 140 exigido por la Junta de Regentes de Arizona (ABOR, por sus siglas en inglés) y este déficit ha afectado negativamente la calificación crediticia de la universidad desde su crisis financiera de 2023. En 2024 y principios de 2025, Moody's y S&P Global Ratings rebajaron la perspectiva de la UA a negativa; Moody's citó como razones la "incapacidad para ajustar el tamaño de las operaciones," la rotación en la dirección, un control financiero más débil y el escrutinio continuo sobre la gobernanza. En enero, S&P Global Ratings cambió la perspectiva de la deuda de la universidad de negativa a estable y ratificó su calificación AA-, señalando una mejora en las operaciones; no obstante, advirtió que un deterioro en la liquidez, medido en parte por los días de efectivo disponible, podría provocar una rebaja en la calificación. Zak no respondió a las preguntas de seguimiento del Foco de Tucson sobre si ABOR había sido informada del cambio o si la junta directiva de la fundación había votado al respecto. Un representante de ABOR no respondió a las solicitudes de comentarios del Foco sobre si se les consultó antes de anunciar el cambio a los donantes, qué papel de supervisión ejercen sobre el gasto de los fondos transferidos y cómo afecta dicho cambio al cálculo de los días de efectivo disponible de la UA. En un comunicado dirigido al Arizona Daily Star, ABOR afirmó que las fundaciones universitarias son "corporaciones sin fines de lucro legalmente separadas e independientes, cuyo propósito benéfico es apoyar y promover a las universidades." "La junta no las administra, pero establece expectativas claras sobre cómo las universidades deben colaborar con las fundaciones para garantizar que las donaciones se gestionen adecuadamente," señalaba el comunicado. No está claro si dichas expectativas incluyen la notificación previa ante un cambio de tal magnitud. El Foco contactó a tres miembros de la junta directiva de la Fundación de la UA que figuraban en la declaración más reciente presentada ante el IRS; se les preguntó cuándo votó la junta sobre el cambio y si el compromiso de reinversión descrito por el portavoz de la universidad constaba en alguna política escrita. Dos de ellos no respondieron antes del cierre de esta información, y un tercero indicó que ya no forma parte de la junta. Zak señaló que las unidades podrían seguir reinvirtiendo las distribuciones no gastadas "cuando proceda," pero no respondió a preguntas adicionales para precisar qué significa esto, dónde se custodiarían los fondos reinvertidos o qué directrices recibieron los directores de desarrollo cuando se anunció el cambio internamente. Asimismo, Zak no respondió a la solicitud de ejemplos de situaciones en las que el sistema actual ha resultado insuficiente, a pesar de la declaración de la universidad de que el cambio ayudará a garantizar que los recursos de los donantes se utilicen "de manera oportuna y conforme a los términos de cada acuerdo de fondo de dotación." La Universidad de Arizona ha reportado tener efectivo disponible para cubrir entre 77 y 84 días de gastos operativos, una cifra muy inferior al mínimo de 140 días exigido por la Junta de Regentes de Arizona (ABOR, por sus siglas en inglés). Foto de Gracie Kayko. Cómo funcionan los fondos de dotación Un fondo de dotación no es una cuenta bancaria común. Los donantes aportan un capital principal que se invierte de forma permanente. Solo el rendimiento anual, y no la donación original, se distribuye para su gasto. La Fundación de la UA realiza desembolsos a una tasa anual del 4.25%; esto significa que un fondo de dotación de 1 millón de dólares genera aproximadamente $42,500 dólares al año para el fin designado, de manera indefinida. La mayoría de estos fondos están sujetos a restricciones: el donante especifica exactamente qué financiará el dinero, una beca con nombre propio, una cátedra académica o un programa de investigación, y dicha designación es legalmente vinculante. La Fundación de la UA, creada en 1958, es una organización sin fines de lucro independiente cuya función es recibir, invertir y administrar donaciones privadas en nombre de la universidad. Esta separación es deliberada: al ser una institución pública, la universidad está sujeta a normas presupuestarias y mecanismos de supervisión estatales que pueden complicar la gestión de la filantropía privada. La fundación opera bajo su propia junta directiva y asume la responsabilidad fiduciaria de garantizar que las donaciones se utilicen conforme a la voluntad del donante. Históricamente, ha actuado como un mecanismo de control independiente para las distribuciones de los fondos, revisando las solicitudes para confirmar que cumplen con los acuerdos establecidos por los donantes antes de liberar los recursos a la universidad. Con el cambio que entrará en vigor el 30 de junio, la universidad recibirá dichos fondos directamente, sin pasar por esa revisión previa. Las inversiones subyacentes permanecerán bajo la gestión de la fundación. La cuestión del efectivo disponible Este cambio en la financiación se produce mientras la UA continúa recuperándose de una crisis financiera surgida en 2023, cuando la universidad reveló un déficit presupuestario de aproximadamente $240 millones. En junio pasado, la UA reportó tener efectivo disponible para cubrir unos 77 días de gastos, una cifra muy por debajo del mínimo de 140 días exigido por la ABOR. Leila Hudson, presidenta del Senado Académico, señaló que, a su juicio, la transferencia de $70 millones equivale aproximadamente a 10 días de efectivo disponible. Hudson comentó que se enteró del cambio cuando un donante compartió con ella la carta de la fundación hace unas semanas. Indicó que esa fue también la forma en que la mayoría del profesorado se enteró de la noticia, y añadió que el papel del Senado Académico consiste precisamente en frenar o cuestionar decisiones de este tipo.  "La función de gobierno del profesorado exige ralentizar el proceso, plantear preguntas difíciles y pensar a largo plazo; no solo en términos de oportunidades y beneficios, sino también en la misión y en cómo seguir llevándola a cabo de manera creativa y compasiva, sin perjudicar a las personas y continuando al servicio del estado," afirmó. "La administración nunca tuvo la intención de que supiéramos nada al respecto." Hudson lleva examinando minuciosamente el flujo de fondos entre la fundación y la universidad desde 2022, año en que impulsó la creación de un comité del senado académico para analizar lo que describió como una influencia indebida de los donantes en los programas académicos, especialmente la financiación procedente de la red Koch destinada al Freedom Center de la universidad. Esa experiencia, señaló, la llevó a desconfiar profundamente de la transparencia de la fundación. Los donantes que no respondan a la notificación de la Fundación UA verán sus fondos de dotación transferidos a la universidad de forma automática. Foto de Gracie Kayko. Ese escepticismo se extiende ahora a cómo gestionará la universidad los fondos transferidos. Hudson afirmó haber sido testigo de una mala gestión de fondos de dotación a nivel universitario; mencionó un caso en el que, tras el fallecimiento de un donante, se modificaron casi de inmediato las condiciones de su donación, y otro en el que un decano se apropió de una cátedra financiada por una dotación para convertirla en un puesto rotatorio de cinco años repartido entre el profesorado existente. "Es una violación flagrante del protocolo y, en mi opinión, también de la ley," declaró. Hudson señaló que no se opone a la idea de una mayor transparencia en el flujo de los fondos de dotación. En teoría, el traslado del dinero de la fundación a la universidad debería hacerlo más visible para el público. Sin embargo, expresó su desconfianza respecto a que la universidad respete la voluntad de los donantes una vez que controle directamente los fondos. "No está claro que los administradores voraces de la universidad vayan a anteponer el capital principal, los deseos de los donantes y la integridad de los programas a ese deseo casi desesperado de aumentar los días de efectivo disponible," afirmó. También expresó su preocupación por el momento elegido y por el mecanismo de exclusión voluntaria. Señaló que la carta se envió a los donantes a finales de la primavera y que aquellos que no respondieran verían sus fondos transferidos automáticamente. "Por definición, los donantes son personas con vidas reales en el mundo real que no necesariamente gestionan o supervisan personalmente estos aspectos de los legados o fideicomisos de sus familias," comentó. "Es inevitable notar que se trata de una medida tomada en pleno verano." Según Hudson, los donantes con los que ha hablado sobre este cambio están preocupados. "Están molestos por esto," dijo Hudson. "Están inquietos. No saben qué significa." Advirtió que la universidad está corriendo un riesgo considerable. "Dependemos de las donaciones filantrópicas de exalumnos y miembros de la comunidad para llevar adelante nuestra misión," afirmó. "Mi experiencia personal me dice que esto no traerá nada bueno. La universidad está jugando con fuego." Los donantes que optaron por no participar pueden mantener el acuerdo actual. El cambio está sujeto a renovación el 15 de junio de 2031. Esta es una noticia en desarrollo. Vuelva a consultar para ver actualizaciones o comuníquese con Caitlin Schmidt en caitlin@tucsonspotlight.org si tiene información o sugerencias. Caitlin Schmidt es editora y publicadora de El Foco de Tucson. Esta nota fue traducida por Diana Ramos, exalumna de la Universidad de Arizona, Directora de Iniciativas Bilingües y reportera del Foco de Tucson. Contáctala en diana@tucsonspotlight.org.    El Foco de Tucson es una sala de prensa comunitaria que ofrece oportunidades remuneradas a estudiantes y periodistas emergentes del sur de Arizona. Por favor, considera apoyar nuestro trabajo con una donación deducible de impuestos. Donar a El Foco Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39ccbd19723856783475b3 27-year-old driver cited after vehicle collides with electrical utility box at The Shops te 2026-06-23T00:01:01.628Z 27-year-old driver cited after vehicle collides with electrical utility box at The Shops A weekend power outage in north Lake Havasu City was caused by a hit-and-run, Lake Havasu City Police Department said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39cca91972385678347599 Abortion Rights Group Endorses Platner Over Collins in Maine te 2026-06-23T00:00:41.655Z Abortion Rights Group Endorses Platner Over Collins in Maine Senator Susan Collins, a Republican, drew criticism from Planned Parenthood for voting to confirm Justice Brett Kavanaugh, who helped overturn Roe v. Wade. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39cc961972385678347590 Trump on the Shabby Condition of the Reflecting Pool: Not My Fault te 2026-06-23T00:00:22.203Z Trump on the Shabby Condition of the Reflecting Pool: Not My Fault President Trump said the blooms of green algae and the peeling polyurethane had nothing to do with the rushed $16.4 million makeover he had ordered. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39ca91197238567834752c Los Angeles schools superintendent Alberto Carvalho resigns amid FBI probe te 2026-06-22T23:51:45.358Z Los Angeles schools superintendent Alberto Carvalho resigns amid FBI probe The embattled superintendent of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) resigned from his role after an FBI raid on his home and office earlier this year. Alberto Carvalho, who led the nation’s second-largest school district, stepped down Sunday, saying his departure is intended to remove distraction from student learning. "Placing students first has always guided my work," Carvalho said in a statement. "Because I believe our schools must remain focused on students and learning without distraction, I am resigning as Superintendent of LAUSD effective today, June 21, 2026." His resignation comes as questions continue to swirl around an ongoing investigation believed to be tied to a failed multimillion-dollar AI school contract and potential conflict-of-interest concerns. FBI RAIDS HOME AND OFFICES OF MAJOR LOS ANGELES SCHOOL DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT Carvalho's announcement brings an end to his four-year tenure at the district, where he was appointed in 2022 and unanimously reappointed in fall 2025. In his resignation letter, Carvalho highlighted what he described as several "historic" achievements during his tenure, including record-breaking graduation rates, improved academic performance compared to pre-pandemic levels, and gains in what he called "equitable" progress for disadvantaged students. "As the School Board stated, when it unanimously reappointed me late last year, our District’s executive leadership team valued achievement and equity and placed our most vulnerable students at the heart of our agenda," he said. "I leave grateful — to our students and families, whose protection we prioritized, for trusting us, to our exceptional and hard-working teachers, leaders, and staff at every level for their tireless dedication, to our valued partners, and to the community for the privilege of serving. The successes we have achieved belong to you. I will miss all of you and will continue to pray for the success, health, and wellbeing of every student and family in our District." LAUSD’s Board issued a statement in response to Carvalho’s resignation, saying it remains dedicated to maintaining public trust. "The Board remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring stability, continuity, and continued progress through strong leadership," the district said. "Our focus remains unchanged: providing every student with a high-quality education, supporting our dedicated workforce, and maintaining the trust of the communities we serve." Acting superintendent Andrés E. Chait will continue to lead the district until a permanent decision is made, LAUSD added. FBI RAID INVOLVING LA SCHOOLS SUPERINTENDENT POSSIBLY TIED TO FAILED $6M AI DEAL, POTENTIAL CONFLICT Last February, video captured multiple investigators executing what appeared to be a search warrant at Carvalho’s home, carrying items in and out of the residence. Fox 11 reported that staff members at LAUSD headquarters were also evacuated as agents arrived to conduct a similar search. In addition, a home linked to a longtime associate of Carvalho was also searched, according to the local outlet, citing FBI Miami. While authorities have not commented on the nature of the probe, the investigation is believed to be tied to AllHere, a now-defunct startup that was contracted to develop a student-facing chatbot. In 2023, Carvalho awarded the company a $6 million contract for the project, including $3 million upfront. The initiative ultimately collapsed in 2024 after the company’s founder, Joanna Smith-Griffith, was accused of embezzling funds amid data privacy concerns and whistleblower allegations. The AllHere deal was reportedly facilitated with the help of Debra Kerr, an edtech salesperson who maintained a long-standing personal friendship and professional association with Carvalho dating back to the 2000s, according to public records cited by the Los Angeles Times. Kerr’s Miami home was among those targeted during the broader LAUSD-related searches, according to reports. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39ca7d1972385678347523 MLB commissioner tells Sen. Hawley Giants players won’t be disciplined over Bible verses on Pride Night hats te 2026-06-22T23:51:25.902Z MLB commissioner tells Sen. Hawley Giants players won’t be disciplined over Bible verses on Pride Night hats Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred told Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., that San Francisco Giants players who wrote Bible verse references on their Pride Night hats will not face fines or discipline over the incident, while defending the league’s uniform policy at the center of the controversy. In a June 19 letter posted to X by Hawley on Monday, Manfred said MLB’s office issued "a routine oral warning" after Giants players added biblical references to caps with the team’s Pride logo. But he said the warning came before the league learned the Giants had not clearly told players they could wear regular caps instead. "The players were neither fined nor disciplined, nor will they ever be," Manfred wrote. However, at least one Giants player did opt out of the Pride Night cap. Reliever Sam Hentges wore the team’s standard cap instead of the Pride Night version during the game. SENATOR JOSH HAWLEY DEMANDS ANSWERS FROM MLB ON 'PATTERN OF DISCRIMINATION' OVER WARNINGS TO GIANTS PLAYERS Hawley characterized the response as an admission from MLB that the league had been "wrong to threaten the Giants players over Bible verses." The Missouri Republican sent Manfred a June 16 letter asking why MLB warned players for "publicly expressing their Christian faith" on their caps during San Francisco’s Pride Night. The exchange came after Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Harmeet Dhillon said the Justice Department had referred the matter to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, arguing that MLB’s handling of the warnings raised religious discrimination concerns. The controversy began after Giants pitchers Landen Roupp, JT Brubaker and Ryan Walker wrote Bible verse references on rainbow-logo caps during the team’s June 12 Pride Night game. Roupp wrote "Gen 9:12-16," referring to a passage from Genesis that describes the rainbow as a sign of God’s covenant after the flood. MLB initially said the writing violated league rules against players altering uniforms or equipment. In his letter to Hawley, Manfred said that rule was collectively bargained with the MLB Players Association and prohibits players from writing, attaching, affixing, embroidering or otherwise displaying messages on apparel or playing equipment. "The policy is enforced without regard to the substance of the messaging," Manfred wrote. Manfred said the purpose of the rule is to prevent players from becoming messengers for political or social issues while in uniform, because many messages can offend some portion of the fan base, even if that is not the player’s intent. But Manfred also acknowledged that MLB has tried to avoid putting players in the position of being required to take part in commemorative events that may conflict with their religious beliefs or values. "We understand that some players or other on-field personnel have not been comfortable wearing the pride emblem on their uniform based on their religious beliefs," Manfred wrote. SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS HOST GAY COUPLES RENEWING VOWS WITH DRAG QUEEN IN VIRTUE-SIGNALING PRIDE NIGHT CEREMONY The issue is not the first MLB controversy involving Pride-themed uniforms, as Rays players declined to wear Pride logos in 2022 and former Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw wrote the same Genesis reference on a Pride-themed cap last season. The commissioner said MLB adopted a policy in 2023 barring clubs from using special uniforms, hats or equipment for team celebration days except under narrow circumstances, such as patches honoring deceased members of the baseball community or commemorating baseball milestones. However, Manfred said the Dodgers and Giants were allowed to keep using Pride emblems on uniforms and hats under a grandfathered exception because Los Angeles and San Francisco are home to large LGBTQ communities and both clubs wanted to show support for those fans. MLB agreed to that exception on the condition that no player or uniformed staff member would be required to wear the gear and that each club would make sure players were comfortable with the apparel, according to Manfred. Manfred said the Giants’ communication with players this year was "inadequate and not clear" and added that some players did not understand they had the option to wear their normal uniform and added messages to the Pride caps "as a result." "In closing, MLB believes in the right of our players and fans to express their religious beliefs, and at the same time supports the communities in this country that are fans of our Clubs, including the LGBTQ community," Manfred wrote. Manfred said MLB will maintain its ban on uniform alterations to avoid "censoring some messages but not others," while continuing to work with players and clubs on policies that respect the values and beliefs of players and fans. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39ca5319723856783474f8 Abortion Rights Group Endorses Platner Over Collins in Maine te 2026-06-22T23:50:43.925Z Abortion Rights Group Endorses Platner Over Collins in Maine Senator Susan Collins, a Republican, drew criticism from Planned Parenthood for voting to confirm Justice Brett Kavanaugh, who helped overturn Roe v. Wade. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39ca3c19723856783474de ABOR asks judge to toss UA manager's retaliation claim te 2026-06-22T23:50:20.887Z ABOR asks judge to toss UA manager's retaliation claim The Arizona Board of Regents says a longtime University of Arizona employee was fired over a botched student payment, but her attorney told a judge Monday the board's account of that decision has changed more than once. A Pima County Superior Court judge heard arguments on whether to throw out the former employee's claim that she was fired in retaliation for raising concerns about understaffing and low pay in her department. ABOR, the state agency that governs Arizona's public universities, asked Judge Kyle Bryson to grant summary judgment in its favor on Clarissa Siebern's appeal of her October 2023 termination from the College of Education's Department of Disability and Psychoeducational Studies. Siebern had worked at UA since 1997 and served as the department's business manager for about three years. ABOR's attorney, Betsy Lamm, told the court Siebern has to prove not just that her complaints played some role in her firing, but that ABOR acted in direct, knowing retaliation because of them. She read from ABOR's whistleblower policy, which says it cannot be used as a defense by an employee disciplined for legitimate reasons unrelated to any disclosure. It is not a violation, the policy states, "to take adverse personnel action against an employee whose conduct or performance warrants that action, separate and apart from that employee making a disclosure." Robert Weeks, representing Siebern, argued the court should instead apply the standard test used in most workplace retaliation cases, which lets a plaintiff win by showing a complaint was a substantial reason for the firing, not necessarily the only one. Siebern alleges she warned then-Dean Robert Berry beginning in early 2023 that staff in her department were overworked, underpaid and threatening to quit. In a May 2023 meeting, she handed him a document describing the department as in "crisis mode" over staff retention. In an Aug. 28 email to Berry and others, she wrote that pending resignations had left her "very concerned with department administrative support." "They do not want to leave DPS," Siebern wrote of her staff. "They feel, however, they are not being paid for the level of work that they do, and this devalues their contributions. Our department and college cannot sustain these resignations." Clarissa Siebern, left, before her October 2023 termination from the University of Arizona, and right, during cancer treatment after she says losing her health insurance disrupted her care. Courtesy of GoFundMe. Weeks told the court the legal bar for showing a complaint touches on a "matter of public concern," a requirement under the policy, is a low one. "It's a low bar," Weeks said, arguing the standard covers nearly anything except an employee complaining about their own personal treatment. Lamm pushed back, telling the court Siebern described that same email in her deposition as a recap of prior conversations about pay reviews, not advocacy for any outcome. ABOR says Siebern was fired for an unrelated reason, a roughly four-month delay in processing payment to a student worker. Lamm walked the court through the timeline, citing weeks of silence from Siebern despite repeated follow-ups from the student, a payroll error that caused further delay, and a final payment in October 2023, months after it was first approved. Lamm said Berry called the delay "egregious" repeatedly in his own testimony. Weeks argued ABOR's explanation for the firing has shifted. He told the court Berry initially testified the deciding factor was a second, previously undisclosed student who'd also gone unpaid, an allegation Weeks said was false since Siebern had paid that student months earlier. After that was pointed out, he said, the explanation changed. "Student B went from being the determinative fact to suddenly being irrelevant," Weeks said. Clarissa Siebern addressed the University of Arizona Faculty Senate in April, describing the events behind her whistleblower and retaliation case against the Arizona Board of Regents. Lamm disputed there was any real inconsistency. "That's not accurate," she told the court, saying the discharge notice pointed to a pattern of late payments going back to the first student, and that every witness has consistently said that delay was the reason for the firing. The two sides also disagreed over whether ABOR skipped its normal disciplinary steps before firing her. Weeks said Siebern had two decades of clean performance reviews and was fired without warning or a fair investigation. Lamm responded that Siebern's supervisor preferred handling concerns informally, and that ABOR policy didn't require an investigation or progressive discipline for an employee in her position. The case had been on track for a possible trial by April, with the two sides disagreeing over how long it would take and whether it would be heard by a jury. United Campus Workers of Arizona, a labor union that has taken up her case, wrote in a September post that was being treated for cancer and that losing her health insurance when she was terminated disrupted that treatment. The union says she was partway through a master's degree in the same department that fired her and would have been eligible for full retirement in 2026. It also says she's now facing legal costs the union projects will exceed $150,000. Bryson did not rule from the bench Monday, saying he would issue a written decision. That ruling could end the case outright or significantly narrow what eventually goes to trial. Caitlin Schmidt is Editor and Publisher of Tucson Spotlight. Contact her at caitlin@tucsonspotlight.org. Tucson Spotlight is a community-based newsroom that provides paid opportunities for students and rising journalists in Southern Arizona. Please consider supporting our work with a tax-deductible donation. Donate to Tucson Spotlight Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39c5b71972385678346d8d Elon Musk threatens to sue Ro Khanna over claims USAID cuts sentenced children to death te 2026-06-22T23:31:03.351Z Elon Musk threatens to sue Ro Khanna over claims USAID cuts sentenced children to death SpaceX and Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced Monday that it may be "time to sue" Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., after the California representative's latest comments against the new trillionaire. The announcement came after Khanna called on the Democratic Party to hold Musk accountable if they regained control over the House of Representatives or the Senate on the "I've Had It" podcast Saturday. "I do believe once we take power, there needs to be accountability," Khanna said. "There needs to be accountability for Elon Musk. You know, they’re celebrating that he created 4,400 millionaires, but they don’t talk about the 4.5 million children around the world who he possibly sentenced to death by dismantling USAID." DEMOCRATIC LAWMAKER LOOKS FORWARD TO ELON MUSK 'TURNING HIS FIRE AGAINST MAGA REPUBLICANS' IN 2026 MIDTERMS Khanna continued, "He needs to answer for that. He needs to be subpoenaed. He needs to face investigation. He needs to answer for what he did with DOGE [Department of Government Efficiency]. It's not just 'let's move on.'" Musk responded to the story in an X post on Monday, where he wrote, "Time to sue this liar." Musk also wrote and reposted several comments attacking Khanna and his premise that cuts to USAID led to the deaths of millions of children. SILICON VALLEY INVESTOR SAYS ELON MUSK SHOULD BE PROSECUTED FOR 'UNDERMINING GOVT. THAT'S PAYING HIM' "Absolutely. This is a total lie. All DOGE did was require contact with the aid recipients to confirm that funds were being used legitimately. Anything less than this is insane! Multiple people from USAID have been charged by the Justice Department with stealing money. Moreover, they pled GUILTY!!" Musk wrote, linking to a 2025 Justice Department press release on a former USAID official's guilty plea. In another post, he wrote, "The standard applied by DOGE was very simple and easy: Provide contact information for the recipients of aid, so that we can confirm it is not fraudulent. The reality is that money was being sent to corrupt politicians under the guise of aid! Liars and stock insider traders like Ro the Robber should be in prison!!" He also repeatedly referred to Khanna as a "robber," accusing him of questionable stock trading practices. In a comment to Fox News Digital, a Khanna representative pointed to a video the congressman posted pushing back on Musk's posts. JARRETT SAYS TRUMP ADMIN WILL PREVAIL AGAINST 'NONSENSE' LEGAL CHALLENGES TO ELON MUSK, DOGE TEAM'S AUTHORITY "Today, Elon Musk threatened to sue me, and he called on the Justice Department to put me in prison," Khanna said. "That's right. The world's richest person has spent all day tweeting, going after me. Why? Because I cited an academic study that his DOGE cuts may lead to the deaths of millions of children overseas." He continued, "You know, Elon, I thought you were a free speech guy. Why not debate me on these issues instead of threatening lawfare? You're not going to be able to intimidate me. I'm the guy who stood up to the Epstein class and worked with [Rep. Thomas] Massie to get the Epstein files released. I'm the guy who stood up against AIPAC and called out a genocide. And I'm the guy who stood up to billionaires in my district who ran someone against me and still called for a wealth tax. So I'm not going to be intimidated or silenced." Fox News Digital reached out to Tesla and SpaceX for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39c5a31972385678346d84 Golf officially has a new star after the US Open and it's Wyndham Clark's girlfriend Emily Tanner te 2026-06-22T23:30:43.898Z Golf officially has a new star after the US Open and it's Wyndham Clark's girlfriend Emily Tanner Wyndham Clark won the U.S. Open on Sunday and, like her many years on Instagram have taught her, his girlfriend Emily Tanner was in the right place at the right time. She ran up to him on the 18th green at Shinnecock and celebrated the win with him. It was Clark’s second U.S. Open win in the last four years. His first after she served as his "good luck charm" at the Masters Par Three Contest earlier this year. After sealing the win over the weekend, he didn’t have to look for her. The moment wasn’t too big for Tanner, who has been on the Screencaps radar for a while now. That radar is a great place to be if you’re on Instagram, like she is, doing your thing too. It was mentioned in Screencaps on Saturday that she deserved to be given some credit for recharging the 32-year-old’s batteries and assisting him back into the win column. It was also predicted by Joe that she was on the verge of becoming golf’s next star. WYNDHAM CLARK'S GIRLFRIEND EMILY TANNER IS TURNING INTO A STAR AT THE US OPEN, ALYSSA MILANO BEGS AGAIN & MEAT That prediction has come true. A simple Google search of Emily Tanner’s name will prove that. She helped him get back in the win column before this past weekend when she became an official PGA Tour golf girlfriend by making her TV debut after his CJ Cup Byron Nelson win. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! On Monday, she took the celebration of the big U.S. Open win and her new attention to Instagram. She wrote, "The most deserving. You did it!! Love you so much @wyndhamclark ❤️🥹" Keep it simple and make the shot. She did that. The lights aren't too bright. What a weekend on and off the course. What a few months, for that matter. Tanner’s gone from good luck charm at Augusta National to U.S. Open champ with another win sprinkled in the mix for fun. Wyndham Clark might be back, and his girlfriend is a star. Good luck slowing these two down this summer. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39c3281972385678346a1a ‘Building a better culture’: Cardinals’ Jeremiyah Love focuses on team, not individual, goals te 2026-06-22T23:20:08.444Z ‘Building a better culture’: Cardinals’ Jeremiyah Love focuses on team, not individual, goals TEMPE – The Arizona Cardinals may have selected Jeremiyah Love with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, but the rookie running back refuses to let the expectations distract him. His primary focus remains helping his new team.  “I want to make sure this team has success, can always just come and work together throughout the years, building a better culture,” Love said Monday. Love was the winner of the Doak Walker Award as the nation’s top running back. He capped off his Notre Dame career in 2025 by rushing for 1,372 yards and 18 touchdowns on 199 carries while averaging 6.9 yards per carry. He added 280 receiving yards and three touchdowns, finishing with 1,652 total yards and a school-record 21 total touchdowns. “As far as I’m trying to think about trying to set numbers, everything’s about the team,” he said. “If you make sure you’re part of a team, all that stuff will come.”  One individual accolade Love could contend for is the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Award, but he said his focus remains on the playbook. He also understands the importance of chemistry and how it contributes to success … at every position. “Got to have an offensive line, you have a quarterback that can make reads and see a lot of things, and wide receivers that can take the top off to light up the box as well, so everything goes hand in hand for teams,” he said. As he continues adjusting to life in the NFL, Love has sought advice from veterans and former Cardinals players.  “I’ve talked to David (Johnson) quite a bit, been in the NFL for over 10-plus years, so he’s got a lot of experience and wisdom,” Love said about the former Cardinals running back. “So I’ve just talked to him about how he takes care of his body, what his mentality has been like throughout all the years.” The Cardinals have used two top-five picks on offensive players in the last three drafts, selecting wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. in 2024.  Love is excited to experience his role in an NFL offense. He believes that the pressure “is not going to be on me. We got guys like Marv, Trey (McBride), if need be. You don’t need just one guy going out there and getting 30 carries.”  With expectations surrounding Love and the Cardinals entering the 2026 season, the rookie remains grounded in his approach.  “I do think about the hopes and expectations that you have for me, but at the same time, I am who I am and hopefully my best is good enough for my teammates and coaches.” The post ‘Building a better culture’: Cardinals’ Jeremiyah Love focuses on team, not individual, goals appeared first on Cronkite News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39c3281972385678346a11 ‘To honor you’: Phoenix Suns’ Devin Booker acknowledges father with switch to No. 15 te 2026-06-22T23:20:08.104Z ‘To honor you’: Phoenix Suns’ Devin Booker acknowledges father with switch to No. 15 PHOENIX – For Devin Booker, the No. 15 is more than just digits on the back of a jersey. “It’s always been a family number,” Booker told his father, Melvin, in a video released by the Phoenix Suns . “Obviously, you wore it, and I looked at you as the blueprint for success. I’ve always said that, so a new chapter to honor you and everything that you’ve done for me.” The Phoenix Suns announced on Sunday, Father’s Day, that Booker would change his number from No. 1 to No. 15 for the upcoming NBA season. “I never had a true meaning for wearing No. 1, even though I feel like I did a lot of good things in it,” Booker said. “People ask, ‘Why do you wear No. 1?’ because I’ve been chasing 15 my whole career.” Basketball runs in the family. Booker’s father  played collegiately at Missouri and professionally while wearing No. 15 throughout his career. “It’s always an honor,” his father said in the video. “Your mom used to send me pictures of you playing in this jersey right here, and I always thought this number meant something to this kid. And just the fact that you’re striving to be that in that 15, I knew one, you would be a great kid. I also thought you’d be much better than me.” The family affair also extends to Booker’s aunt. “His sister, my auntie, also was a hooper, and she wore 15, so the number runs through the family,” Booker said. “Any opportunity that I could get my hands on, I did, and now I feel like it’s the perfect time to switch it up.” Although Booker has spent most of his basketball career wearing “1,” dating back to his season at the University of Kentucky and through a decade in the NBA, he has always had the digits in the back of his mind. “It’s always been 15,” Booker said.  “Every video game I played where you could choose a number, whether it was NCAA football or NCAA basketball, I’d always make my player No. 15.” After his freshman year of high school, Booker moved from the Midwest to Mississippi and attended Moss Point High School, the same school his father attended and where the No. 15 was retired. “He wouldn’t take it out of the rafters for me,” Booker said. “He had 15 retired at Moss Point. I thought for sure I would get it. They gave him an opportunity to take it down and give it to me, and he told me I need to start my own journey.” Following in his father’s footsteps, Booker reflected on growing up with a father who played professional basketball. “I’m blessed to have a father that played professional,” Booker said. “I know that’s an advantage, growing up, trying to take this sport serious, so watching the highlights, the old, old highlights, of him at Moss Point, him at Missouri rocking No. 15, you know it felt like a family number.” Moving on to college and the NBA, it took over a decade for the stars to align for him to wear 15, as teammates always had the number before he did. While at Kentucky, teammate Willie Cauley-Stein wore it during Booker’s lone collegiate season, and veteran Markieff Morris already had 15 when he arrived in Phoenix. While chasing after the No. 15 throughout his professional career, he got a taste of what wearing that number would be like on the world’s biggest international stage. “When you put it on, on the big stage at the Olympics, that was the first time, watching it on TV,” his father said. “It was just an amazing feeling to watch you run down the court and not only see Devin Booker No. 15, but Devin Booker from Moss Point No. 15.” For his father, this milestone marks more than just a number swap. It reflects the growth of his son’s legacy, which he himself has built. “He’s always had that knack, that tenacity, the confidence to be great,” his father said.  “It’s an honor as a father to watch him be special and to impact lives the way he does. To walk into that arena and see people with Booker on their back and how they cheer for him in this city is a feeling that is really hard to describe.” After 11 seasons in the NBA, Booker looks forward to what more family history he can bring to the No. 15. “This is after year 11, by the grace of God, hopefully this is the halfway point of my career,” Booker said. “I can do even more, and accomplish what I was really set out to do, that’s win a championship, and I hope that’s with the No. 15 on my back.” Going into the 12th season of his NBA career, Booker is looking forward to this new chapter. “Just continue the legacy, continue growing, hopefully people that have the No. 1 jersey, they have a different admiration for it now that I’m not wearing it, and you can think back to that was the number I wore from 18 years old to 29,” Booker said. “But now it’s a new chapter in my career that I’m looking forward to.” The post ‘To honor you’: Phoenix Suns’ Devin Booker acknowledges father with switch to No. 15 appeared first on Cronkite News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39c32719723856783469f7 March 15, 1969: the day Arizona State beat a Major League Baseball team te 2026-06-22T23:20:07.218Z March 15, 1969: the day Arizona State beat a Major League Baseball team PHOENIX – Lou Piniella had a question. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39c32619723856783469e5 Nature Notes-Colors 1.jpg te 2026-06-22T23:20:06.696Z Nature Notes-Colors 1.jpg One of the more colorful common denizens of the desert is the House Finch (Haemorhous mexicanus). House Finches used to be largely a southwestern species but were introduced to eastern North America in the 1940s, where they spread, now occupying… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39c32619723856783469dc Nature Notes-Colors 3.jpg te 2026-06-22T23:20:06.297Z Nature Notes-Colors 3.jpg The colorful and varied rocks of Arizona create a rockhound’s paradise and a photographer’s delight. Here is a rare sight: an Allen’s Lappet-Browed or Big-Eared Bat taken deep in the Black Mountains that I photographed several years ago while following… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39c32519723856783469ca Nature Notes-Colors 4.jpg te 2026-06-22T23:20:05.841Z Nature Notes-Colors 4.jpg The cool neutrals of night: a “super blue” moon anchors this shot of a Desert Willow taken one August night a few years ago. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39c32519723856783469c1 Nature Notes-Colors 2.jpg te 2026-06-22T23:20:05.444Z Nature Notes-Colors 2.jpg A Honey Bee ladened with pollen on its legs hovers over the beautiful yellow petals of an Engelmann’s Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia engelmannii). I love how cactus flowers add gorgeous bright accents of yellow and magenta across the spring and… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39c32419723856783469af California man arrested Saturday in Golden Valley on multiple charges of animal cruelty te 2026-06-22T23:20:04.803Z California man arrested Saturday in Golden Valley on multiple charges of animal cruelty GOLDEN VALLEY — A California man was arrested Saturday on multiple charges of animal cruelty. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39c10719723856783466fd How Alan Greenspan built and unleashed the massive, modern Federal Reserve te 2026-06-22T23:11:03.219Z How Alan Greenspan built and unleashed the massive, modern Federal Reserve When Dr. Alan Greenspan, who passed away at 100, took the Fed chairmanship in July 1987, the Fed already held massive power under Paul Volcker. That was memorialized in the "Secrets of the Temple" released in 1987.  Greenspan would add many layers to the Fed’s power during his five four-year terms, even though he was intellectually opposed to big government. He tightened the grip of the Chairman, participated actively in the Swiss-based Bank for International Settlements, and approved the international banking standards in the Basel accords. He almost doubled the Washington DC staff to over 3000.  Importantly, Greenspan changed the Fed’s approach to monetary policy. He moved the Fed from Volcker’s monetarism and control of the M2 money supply — a system that some blame for the depth of the 1982 recession — to data dependence and Fed funds targeting. TRUMP'S FED CHAIR PICK KEVIN WARSH IGNITES FIGHT OVER INDEPENDENCE ON CAPITOL HILL Greenspan was renowned as a data geek. He used such measures as rail car loadings and tons of production to form his judgment on the appropriate Fed funds rate. At times he referred to commodity price indices, a nod to his economic origins as a sound money advocate. Years later, the rate-setting system would evolve into formal inflation-targeting in 2014, but in the 1990s and first years of the 21st century, financial markets came to accept the notion that Alan Greenspan’s judgment and mastery of data would suffice. In 1996, Greenspan cautioned Wall Street with the phrase "irrational exuberance". It came in the middle of a decade-long boom that included the peace dividend and Newt Gingrich’s push for lower tax rates.  Investors listened intently but remained exuberant all the way into the devastating 2000 dot-com crash. Greenspan’s thinking on asset bubbles evolved away from anticipating them to the point in 1999 that he told Congress: "Human nature has exhibited a tendency to excess through the generations with the inevitable economic hangover… It is the job of economic policymakers to mitigate the fallout when it occurs, and, hopefully, ease the transition to the next expansion." Under Greenspan’s guidance, the Fed became a fast, dependable provider of emergency liquidity, dubbed the "Greenspan put". His first emergency came soon after his 1987 Senate confirmation when the Dow fell a single-day record 23% on October 19, 1987, Black Monday. The Fed acted immediately to expand bank reserves, which at that time were a limiting factor in the banking system’s ability to make loans and support broker-dealers.  With the added liquidity, the Fed funds rate fell on October 20 and for several days after.  By the 1998 and 2000 market crashes, multiple interest rate cuts were used proactively to support financial markets during distress. The era was captured in the 2000 book Maestro: Greenspan’s Fed and the American Boom. The Fed has added more layers of power and responsibility since Greenspan’s Fed retirement in 2006. He had advocated for the Fed paying interest to banks for bank reserves. That became law much sooner than expected during the 2008 financial crash. The Fed’s powers now extend to bond buying, the standing repo facility (which loans to primary dealers and approved banks at the discount rate), and the commitment to maintaining ample bank reserves that grow with the economy. The Fed’s regulatory power has also expanded massively — from the pre-Greenspan leverage ratio through the risk-based capital Basel framework to the sweeping liquidity requirements and regulatory mandates in the current system. The Fed is much more deeply enmeshed in fiscal policy than in the Greenspan era — through its duration mismatch (borrowing short-term, lending long-term), its multi-hundred billion dollar bond market losses, and its control of repo markets which use Treasuries as collateral. Greenspan added greatly to the Fed’s power and reputation, but he didn't resolve the economic foundation. It falls to the current Fed and its able Chairman Kevin Warsh to continue this evolution. One of the most important questions, one that Greenspan explored a great deal in his two decades as Chairman: can price stability be better achieved through data-based judgments on the neutral interest rate, inflation data, or forward looking price rule indicators? David Malpass is a former Treasury undersecretary. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39c0dc19723856783466b1 Tesla pushes back on Autopilot narrative after fatal Texas crash te 2026-06-22T23:10:20.220Z Tesla pushes back on Autopilot narrative after fatal Texas crash Whether the Autopilot system was truly active, overridden, or malfunctioning likely won't be resolved until investigators finish combing through the vehicle's data logs. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39beae1972385678346675 The bat flip heard ‘round the world: Punishment of ASU’s Landon Hairston raises questions bout ABS te 2026-06-22T23:01:02.377Z The bat flip heard ‘round the world: Punishment of ASU’s Landon Hairston raises questions bout ABS PHOENIX – With an NCAA regional championship within its grasp, the Arizona State baseball team watched as a single call led to a bat flip, an ejection and significant online debate. On May 31, Big 12 Player of the Year and Golden Spikes finalist Landon Hairston was ejected from ASU’s game against Nebraska, sparking a bigger conversation about the future of officiating in college baseball: Should the Automated Ball-Strike system be part of the sport’s future? BIG 12 player of the year Landon Hairston was ejected after striking out and throwing his bat in the air He’s now suspended for Arizona State’s game vs. Ole Miss. The Sun Devils will be eliminated if they lose pic.twitter.com/LrTAA9N1lK — Jomboy Media (@JomboyMedia) May 31, 2026 A controversial third strike call led Hairston to throw his bat approximately 15 feet in the air, leading to his ejection from the contest and a one-game suspension that made him unavailable for ASU’s win-or-go-home game against Ole Miss later that day in the NCAA Tournament’s Lincoln Regional. That was one of the worst strike calls in the history of the CBWS. That UMP is soft — Hotchy #AZChiefsKingdom™️ (@hotchman) June 1, 2026 “This is a regional championship game where the winner goes to the championship. Everyone’s emotions are high,” ASU coach Willie Bloomquist said postgame. “Now we are sitting here talking about an umpire making a call versus one of the best players in the country that now doesn’t get to play in a regional championship game.” Not only did the strike cause online commotion, but the penalty was also criticized. The 2025 and 2026 NCAA baseball rule book states, “Game personnel shall not use language or actions that will, in any manner, refer to or reflect negatively upon opposing players, coaches, umpires or spectators.” It goes on to clarify that “bat flips near or toward an opponent or umpire” fall under unsportsmanlike conduct. “I would have really liked to have seen a warning in that situation,” Bloomquist said. “This was an intense game with a lot of emotions running high. ‘Have some feel’ I guess is what I would say, and I’m going to defend my player no matter what.” The penalty is based on the severity of the offense, which is left to the discretion of the umpire. If the offense is minor, the umpire may issue a warning. If it is persistent after the warning or deemed major, the offender will be ejected from the contest. In a scenario where the stakes are so high, how could situations like this be avoided? Those umps should be ashamed. — J Merk (@RealMerked8) June 1, 2026 ABS is now widely accepted in baseball, as we saw the rollout of the technology through spring training the past couple of seasons and now in the 2026 MLB regular season. ABS works as a virtual umpire allowing athletes to challenge calls, limiting highly controversial and game-altering calls, all while keeping the human element of the game. Athough ABS is strictly still in the big leagues, the NCAA got a taste of what that technology would be like at the collegiate level. On May 4, the SEC announced that they would be implementing the ball-strike system on an experimental basis for the 2026 SEC tournament hosted in Hoover, Alabama.  “The introduction of this challenge system at the SEC Tournament reflects our continued commitment to innovation,” SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey said in a statement. “This addition represents a continued step forward for our game, aligns more closely with the professional level and supports the development of our student-athletes as they prepare for success at the next level.” The SEC utilized the same technology now incorporated in MLB stadiums from Hawk-Eye Innovations. “We’re proud to bring a truly best-in-class ball, bat, and biomechanics tracking system to this year’s SEC Tournament,” said George Baines, head of baseball at Hawk-Eye Innovations. “This is the same core technology trusted at the highest levels of professional baseball, now being deployed in a collegiate environment for the first time at this level of fidelity. Our focus is on providing the most accurate and comprehensive tracking data possible, enabling deeper insight into player performance.” The first use of ABS at the collegiate level ended with positive reviews coming from players and coaches after the tournament. “At the end of the day, umpires, coaches, student-athletes, they just want to get the call right,” Kentucky coach Nick Mingione said. “You just want to get it right. It’s just another way to make sure you get the call right.”  But how viable is it at the large scale of the NCAA? Cost is a big factor, said ASU baseball student manager Anna Hobbs, who is also a part of the analytics team. “Logistically, it’s rough,” Hobbs said. “MLB uses Hawkeye for their ball-point tracking, and most schools use Trackman, which is cheaper. Like we’re talking six figures versus five figures.” While it would be a hefty bill for top Power Four schools, smaller schools would not be able to keep up. “If you wanted to implement it throughout college baseball, it would be an issue at smaller schools and just the affordability of that tracking software,” Hobbs said. Another obstacle ABS would face at the collegiate level would be the sheer amount of players. To generate the strike zone, ABS has to take the player’s height into consideration, and while that works at the major league level, the NCAA has a lot more athletes to take into account. “From an analytics perspective, that can be kind of a nightmare sometimes,” Hobbs said. “There are no fixed dimensions of the strike zone. Like college and MLB all have their own interpretations and then you are throwing player height, and MLB has fewer players than college does, so that would be a lot to deal with.” Although the SEC raved about the positive reviews, some players had feedback about the size of the strike zone. “I did hear that a lot of players had issues with the zone they were using,” Hobbs said. “I believe the zone that they were using was adding two inches to the MLB zone.” For the SEC tournament, the width of the strike zone was extended to 19 inches compared to the MLB strike zone that is 17 inches wide, corresponding with the width of home plate, making the strike zone bigger than what these athletes are used to. Although the SEC was the only conference to utilize the new technology, the Big 12 had a unique opportunity for their conference tournament. The Big 12 tournament was played in Surprise Stadium, the Cactus League home of the Texas Rangers and the Kansas City Royals, which was already equipped with the tool and facilities used for ABS as it were tested in spring training. What could be seen as a missed opportunity raises legitimate concerns as players would have to play a whole tournament with a new set of rules, and a new strike zone, with no practice. “It’s just weird to play arguably your most important games with a different rule set than the rest of the season,” Hobbs said. “The big leagues got to practice calling pitches and stuff all spring, and our guys would have never done that before.” Despite playing in a ballpark ready for ABS, the conference opted not to use the system during the tournament. The Big 12 did not respond to requests for a comment. Although financial and logistical hurdles remain, the SEC tournament offered a glimpse of what ABS would look like in college baseball, and how it could further evolve with the game. “I’m excited that they tried it,” Hobbs said. “I think that’s a cool direction to go. College is so different from MLB, it’s hard to say if people are discussing it at this level because some people think college baseball is just a developmental thing. So they’re like ‘Oh it’s not that serious.’ But obviously it means a lot to everybody here.” The post The bat flip heard ‘round the world: Punishment of ASU’s Landon Hairston raises questions bout ABS appeared first on Cronkite News. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39be841972385678346638 Arizona lawmakers keep Rio Nuevo funding, add oversight te 2026-06-22T23:00:20.403Z Arizona lawmakers keep Rio Nuevo funding, add oversight Arizona lawmakers have backed off a push to strip roughly $19 million from Tucson's Rio Nuevo district, instead settling on new accountability language that requires the district to direct at least 80% of its spending toward sales-tax-generating projects. Rio Nuevo is a tax increment finance district funded by a share of state sales tax dollars and held accountable to the Arizona Legislature. Republican legislators dropped their attempt to reallocate tax funding from the district, with the agreed-upon amendment instead adding new language to A.R.S. § 48-4202, the statute governing tax increment finance districts. The provision, drawn from budgeted income remaining after operating expenses and debt service, sets that threshold using the district's grants and financial support disbursed each fiscal year. Rio Nuevo Chairman Fletcher McCusker said during the board's June 9 study session that the district already complies with the directive, adding that every dollar Rio Nuevo spends generates several more in sales tax revenue and private sector investment. Since 2012, Rio Nuevo has committed $116 million, attracting $833 million in private sector investment, generating 66 new restaurants and retail establishments, eight new hotels and a renovated Tucson Convention Center, according to a news release. One of the district's most recent projects is Trader Joe's new location on Broadway. "Good luck getting in there," McCusker said of the crowds since the location opened at the end of May, drawing more than 1,000 people on opening day. With Trader Joe's, the Solot Plaza and the La Buhardilla/Country Home Furniture Buildings project, expected to wrap in December, the Sunshine Mile has flourished under Rio Nuevo's investment. There have been setbacks, including the stalled Gibson Market project and delays in starting work on the Friedman block. Still, the board noted that Tucson became the first UNESCO City of Gastronomy designated in the United States in December 2015, and Travel + Leisure magazine recently ranked Tucson the No. 2 food city in America, second only to New York City. Beyond new businesses and destinations, Rio Nuevo has also invested in everyday pillars of Tucson's community. "For a number of years, we have helped the county keep the courthouse garage open longer than they would normally be open," McCusker said. According to McCusker, Pima County could not afford the security and utilities needed to keep the nearby parking garage open past 5 p.m., so Rio Nuevo has regularly invested $37,200 a year to cover the staff and resources required to extend its hours. "About 250 cars a month park in that space," McCusker said. "It's really made a difference over there after hours." With the accountability requirement now part of the new budget, Rio Nuevo will compile a report on all of its activities by the end of June to comply with the oversight measure. A committee member was absent from the meeting, so budgets were not reviewed. The board meets again June 23. Quentin Agnello is a University of Arizona alum and freelance journalist in Tucson. Contact him at qsagnello@gmail.com. Tucson Spotlight is a community-based newsroom that provides paid opportunities for students and rising journalists in Southern Arizona. Please consider supporting our work with a tax-deductible donation. Donate to Tucson Spotlight Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39bc7e19723856783465fd Trump-backed housing overhaul targeting Wall Street investors clears Senate te 2026-06-22T22:51:42.261Z Trump-backed housing overhaul targeting Wall Street investors clears Senate The Senate advanced a massive, Trump-backed housing package that proponents say will prevent the U.S. from becoming a "nation of renters."  The upper chamber sent the 21st Century Road to Housing Act to the House on Monday after months of delay. After the heads of the House Financial Services Committee and Senate Banking Committee reached a deal last week, the package is on a glide path to President Donald Trump’s desk.  It’s the first major push by Congress to address housing regulations in decades, and one Trump has been calling on lawmakers to complete as the midterm elections near.  TRUMP-BACKED AFFORDABLE HOUSING OVERHAUL CLEARS SENATE, WHILE HOUSE GOP RAISES RED FLAGS Loaded with nearly 60 different provisions, the package broadly tackles rolling back some permitting regulations, launches several pilot grant programs to build, repair and push affordable housing construction, and blocks investors from buying up housing stock — a key provision pushed by Trump. Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., one of the architects of the package, said the legislation was "not the federal government big footing local government," but instead the federal government laying out tweaks to current programs and policies that "over time will make housing more affordable." "This is a housing package that will help increase supply and bring down costs," Warren said. "One way is by beating back private equity, so they won't invade your neighborhood, buy up all the houses, and turn America into a nation of renters."  Warren said that among several things, the package increases access to manufactured housing by changing the federal definition to open up for more units to be constructed, pre-approved plan books for local governments to quickly approve new construction, and the waiving of some environmental review regulations for the construction of new homes. BIPARTISAN HOUSING PUSH ADVANCES, BUT TRUMP-BACKED INVESTOR BAN FACES RESISTANCE "It's not just one piece that's gonna solve a problem," Warren said.
"It's a whole lot of smaller pieces that push in the same direction that's important."  The package also tries to turbocharge housing stock by tying federal grants and incentives sought by local governments to housing construction. And there are tweaks to mortgages, with a push for small-dollar mortgages at $100,000 and updates to lending standards for manufactured homes.  Sen. Bernie Moreno, R-Ohio, whose provision to establish pre-approved housing designs to speed up home construction made it into the package, said the legislation "sends a signal to state and local communities, to say, ‘Hey, guys, you really have to drive down the cost of housing, and you do that by not torturing homebuilders.’" TRUMP CAN SOLVE THE HOUSING CRISIS, BUT HE NEEDS TO GET TOUGH WITH STATES While there are several moving parts to the 21st Century Road to Housing Act, it does not tackle every facet of housing costs. For instance, it does not allocate fresh federal funding for the issue, as Senate Banking Committee Chair Tim Scott, R-S.C., has lauded the package as being deficit neutral. Nor does it directly address rising costs of homeownership, given that much of the thrust is focused on building new homes and lowering the barrier of entry for Americans to get into a home.  And for some, it does not go far enough to address permitting issues.  Sen. Alan Armstrong, R-Okla., argued that the "legislation as drafted fails to meaningfully address" the issues of housing costs. "Instead, this legislation makes a half-hearted attempt to waive minor environmental laws while failing to address the need for permitting reform at large," Armstrong said.  "Our permitting process deserves its own committed effort, and attaching weak slivers of those reforms to unrelated legislation undermines the work currently being done to pass comprehensive, meaningful permitting reform," he said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39bc6a19723856783465f4 'Sopranos' actress Sarah Shahi says James Gandolfini gave her one of the best on-screen kisses of career te 2026-06-22T22:51:22.803Z 'Sopranos' actress Sarah Shahi says James Gandolfini gave her one of the best on-screen kisses of career Sarah Shahi is spilling the details on her spicy sex scene with "Sopranos" star James Gandolfini. On the "Bossticks" podcast, Shahi said that her kiss with Gandolfini was "one of the best" kisses she's ever had. "We had this scene where he was so hot and … I remember thinking to myself, 'How am I going to get turned on by this 47-year-old large, balding man?' There’s nothing … how is this going to work for me? Oh boy, did it work for me!" the actress began. Shahi, who appeared briefly on "The Sopranos," went on to detail the scene where the actors took mushrooms before she sat on his lap and kissed him. JENNIFER GREY SMOKED 'A LOT OF WEED' BEFORE SEX SCENE WITH PATRICK SWAYZE IN 'RED DAWN' "I don’t know if you remember the scene. And he’s a very method actor. So, he wanted props. I think they actually had dehydrated mushrooms, and he wanted them to put pepper on them or a lot of spice or just something, so when you put it in your mouth, there’s some kind of a reaction," Shahi said. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS She continued, "There’s a scene where I’m sitting on his lap, and we’re taking these mushrooms, and then we have to kiss and when they called ‘cut,’ we were still kissing … we were still kissing." Shahi said they had to film the scene three or four times and every time production yelled "cut!," the pair were "still f–---g making out." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Shahi starred as Sonya Aragon in the hit HBO drama, a stripper and young college student who was the mistress of Christopher Moltisanti (Michael Imperioli). Shahi appeared on season 6 in 2007. Gandolfini died unexpectedly on June 19, 2013, while vacationing in Rome, Italy. He was 51 years old. An autopsy later confirmed that he died of a heart attack. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39bc5719723856783465eb Chicago priest tells Trump to 'shut up' and restore gun violence prevention funding after deadly weekend te 2026-06-22T22:51:03.351Z Chicago priest tells Trump to 'shut up' and restore gun violence prevention funding after deadly weekend A Chicago priest told President Donald Trump to "shut up" following his social media post about a violent Juneteenth weekend that saw at least six people killed and more than 30 others wounded across the city. Father Michael Pfleger scolded Trump as Chicago community leaders on Monday called for a city agency to tackle gun violence prevention following the weekend's bloodshed. From 6 p.m. Friday through 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Chicago had 24 shootings resulting in 39 victims, six of them fatal, according to the Chicago Police Department. On Sunday, Trump remarked on Chicago's crime woes in a Truth Social post, suggesting that federal forces be sent into the city. 6 DEAD, 39 SHOT IN CHICAGO BLOODBATH AS TRUMP TOUTS DC-STYLE CLEANUP WHERE NATIONAL GUARD STEPPED IN "Lots of Killing going on in Chicago. 22 people shot, at least 4 Dead," Trump wrote. "Why isn’t Governor Pritzker calling me for help. I could make Chicago a safe City in ONE MONTH, in ONE YEAR, it would be one of the safest!!! D.C. went from one of the worst, to one of the safest cities in the U.S. President DJT." On Monday, Pfleger, a prominent South Side priest at St. Sabina Catholic Church, criticized Trump for highlighting the violence. "I hear this morning on the news that Donald Trump said he wants to send people," he said. "He'll solve the gun violence in a month. First of all, the man lies every day." PRITZKER RAILS AGAINST 'UN-AMERICAN' POSSIBLE NATIONAL GUARD DEPLOYMENT BY TRUMP "The reflecting pool was good for 50 years," Pfleger added. "And Iran was going to be solved in a month. Shut up, Donald. Just send money and restore the money you took away from gun violence prevention for the city of Chicago and across this country. Give the money back now." In response to the violence, community groups, faith leaders, and city officials gathered Monday morning at City Hall to support creating a Department of Gun Violence Prevention. The proposed department would focus entirely on reducing gun violence and helping coordinate violence prevention programs across the city, FOX 32 reported. OUR LEADERS ABANDONED CHICAGO. TRUMP IS RIGHT: IT'S TIME TO CALL IN THE GUARD State and city leaders have opposed federal intervention, saying they prefer investments in community-level crime prevention programs. "President Trump’s bold actions in cities like D.C. and Memphis have dramatically reduced violent crime – local Democrat leaders in Chicago should see the President’s incredible results and be begging him to do the same in Chicago," White House spokesperson Abigail Jackson told Fox News Digital. "Chicago residents and visitors would benefit tremendously from the President’s successful efforts to drive down crime and make American cities safe again." Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson on Monday said he wished that Trump would "follow Chicago's lead and invest in Black America," saying the administration has made cuts to agencies and programs that make communities safer, including slashing funding for education, housing, and health care. "It's unfortunate that this president has worked overtime to literally defund the efforts that create safer communities," Johnson said. "If you look at Donald Trump's Black agenda, he promises to do all the things that I'm doing, but he's failed to do it," the mayor added, referring to the hiring of more young people, expanded mental health support services, and investing in more affordable homes. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39bc2c19723856783465a1 Shareholders sue Uber’s board over sexual assaults, other incidents te 2026-06-22T22:50:20.858Z Shareholders sue Uber’s board over sexual assaults, other incidents The lawsuit, led by a Detroit pension fund, alleges Uber's board and management has cut too many compliance corners, resulting in thousands of lawsuits. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39ba61197238567834656d Colorado River system continues slide toward crash, despite emergency actions sending water to Lake Powell te 2026-06-22T22:42:41.978Z Colorado River system continues slide toward crash, despite emergency actions sending water to Lake Powell The two major reservoirs on the Colorado River face dire outlooks that will likely spur federal officials to restrict the amount of water flowing downstream — and decrease hydropower generation — in the coming months, even after they ordered recent… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39ba4e1972385678346564 Aging dam tubes could make or break deliveries to Lake Mead. Do they work? te 2026-06-22T22:42:22.005Z Aging dam tubes could make or break deliveries to Lake Mead. Do they work? When the Bureau of Reclamation announced it would cut releases into Lake Mead in an effort to prop up Lake Powell, the messaging was clear, and it acknowledged a problem some in the Western water world have raised for years. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39ba3a197238567834655b The nation’s data center debate has reached Southern Nevada te 2026-06-22T22:42:02.043Z The nation’s data center debate has reached Southern Nevada The fast-spreading national debate over the effects of AI data centers on the environment has reached Southern Nevada, this time taking over Henderson City Hall. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39ba261972385678346552 Fight over $50 million in unclaimed Pinal County tax revenue delayed until next year te 2026-06-22T22:41:42.069Z Fight over $50 million in unclaimed Pinal County tax revenue delayed until next year PHOENIX -- Pinal County residents who thought they'd be getting a $300 check for illegally collected taxes shouldn't wait by the mailbox. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39ba121972385678346549 Summer fun: Parks & Recreation Sunshine Campers hit the beach te 2026-06-22T22:41:22.101Z Summer fun: Parks & Recreation Sunshine Campers hit the beach Recently, campers from both of Lake Havasu City's Parks and Recreation Sunshine Camps enjoyed a fun-filled field trip to Havasu Riviera Beach. The campers were brought to the beach on Thursday, and Parks and Recreation staff and lifeguards kept a… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39b9fe1972385678346540 Lake Havasu City launches program to honor local military members te 2026-06-22T22:41:02.134Z Lake Havasu City launches program to honor local military members In an effort to continue honoring local military members, Lake Havasu City is partnering with the Lake Havasu City Military Moms to launch the Military Tribute Banner Program, an opportunity to recognize and honor local service members currently serving in… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39b9ea1972385678346537 Photos: Rotary Community Park field improvements continue te 2026-06-22T22:40:42.166Z Photos: Rotary Community Park field improvements continue Improvement projects are moving forward at Rotary Community Park. On Thursday, Lake Havasu City announced the new backstop on Field 1 is now complete, and construction officially began on Field 2. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39b9d6197238567834652d Arizona voters will decide 10 GOP-backed ballot measures in November on schools, elections, taxes te 2026-06-22T22:40:22.203Z Arizona voters will decide 10 GOP-backed ballot measures in November on schools, elections, taxes When Arizona voters go to the polls in November to decide who will be the next governor and hold the other statewide offices, they’ll also get to weigh in directly on some of the policy priorities of the Republicans who… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39b7941972385678345e4b How 'Take Me Home, Country Roads' became the World Cup anthem of Team USA amid hot start te 2026-06-22T22:30:44.784Z How 'Take Me Home, Country Roads' became the World Cup anthem of Team USA amid hot start As the U.S. men’s national soccer team heard the final whistle blow at Lumen Field this past Friday, they also heard thousands in the sold-out crowd cheering and singing following a 2-0 victory over Australia that punched their ticket to the knockout stages of the World Cup. But there was one specific song that rained down from the stands and onto the pitch: "Take Me Home, Country Roads," famously sang by John Denver. There’s an origin story behind why that song specifically was chosen for the moment where Team USA wins a World Cup match. FIFA actually asked teams to submit potential playlists for warmups, goals and wins. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Well, U.S. Soccer said it consulted with the players, as well as those inside the organization, about what songs should ring out from the speakers during matches. The curated list was looking for songs that were both representative of American artists and would be good sing-along tracks for fans in the stands. Among the list were classics like Bon Jovi’s "Livin’ on a Prayer," Neil Diamond’s "Sweet Caroline," and Take Me Home, Country Roads. "Sweet Caroline," though, is used by England in this tournament, as is the classic Oasis track, "Wonderwall." USA WORLD CUP TEAM CLINCHES SPOT IN KNOCKOUT STAGE AFTER ANOTHER HISTORIC PERFORMANCE VS AUSTRALIA So, "Livin’ on a Prayer" remained on the playlist, but former U.S. Soccer employee and now FIFA executive, Amy Hopfinger, made the call for "Take Me Home, Country Roads" to specifically be used. As it played over the speakers, the crowd drowned out Denver with its collective bellowing to the players. They clapped and saluted the rendition of the classic folk tune in Seattle as well as Los Angeles, where the USMNT won its first World Cup match — a 4-1 dominating victory over Paraguay. The USMNT is hoping to hear the song again on Thursday in their final group stage match against Türkiye, though the match has no significance for either team. For Team USA, their win over Australia cemented their spot in the knockout stage as well as giving them the Group D win for the group stages. As a result, the USMNT will be heading to the Bay Area either way following their next match, preparing for a Round of 32 matchup against a third-place team from either Groups B, E, F, I or J. Tremendous momentum has been built for the USMNT, and going into a final group stage match without the worry of being bounced from the tournament is certainly no greater feeling for a squad using their home-country advantage. They will hope to hear more fans singing their now-viral team song as they continue to advance in the tournament.   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/6a39b31d1972385678345d5c Fox News Poll: Voters embrace health agenda while rating RFK Jr negatively te 2026-06-22T22:11:41.647Z Fox News Poll: Voters embrace health agenda while rating RFK Jr negatively When it comes to the U.S. food supply, more voters prioritize protecting public health than lowering food prices, according to the latest Fox News Poll. The survey, released Monday, also finds broad voter support for key elements of the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement, even as they give Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. negative job ratings. By a 16-point margin, voters prefer safeguarding public health (58%) more than lowering food prices (42%). FOX NEWS POLL: MOVE OVER BIG BROTHER, VOTERS SEE BIG TECH AS GREATER THREAT TO US That view crosses party lines, with majorities of Democrats (57%), Republicans (58%), and independents (62%) prioritizing health and well-being. MAHA was popularized by Kennedy during his 2024 presidential campaign and evolved into a national health-policy movement after he ended his bid and endorsed President Trump. Some of its goals include improving nutrition, eliminating harmful additives, and enhancing children's health. Roughly 9 in 10 voters say it is extremely or very important for the government to focus on improving food safety (89% important), lowering food costs (88%), and expanding access to healthy foods (85%). About 8 in 10 consider limiting harmful additives (83% important) and increasing transparency in food labeling (81%) important. About 6 in 10 place the same emphasis on reducing vaping and nicotine use (63% important) or limiting screen time for children under age 16 (60%).  FOX NEWS POLL: VOTERS DOUBT NEW AGREEMENT WILL STOP IRAN FROM DEVELOPING NUKES Support for new food regulations is prevalent. More than 9 in 10 voters favor requiring clearer food labeling (91%), and almost as many (87%) support banning food additives that other countries have restricted because of health concerns. Smaller majorities support banning flavored nicotine products, including vapes and nicotine pouches (65% favor) and prohibiting children under 16 from using social media platforms (60%).  Eliminating vaccine requirements is less popular, as fewer than 4 in 10 are in favor (36%) – although that number is up 10 points since December. Most policies enjoy widespread support across key demographics, except on vaccines where differences emerge. More Republicans (45%) than Democrats (25%) favor eliminating vaccine requirements in public schools by a 20-point margin (the only proposal where fewer than half of each group favor it), and more MAGA (53%) than non-MAGA Republicans (32%) support eliminating vaccines by 21 points. Men, Black voters, and voters under age 30 are more likely to favor eliminating vaccine requirements than women, White voters, and voters 65 and up. "If I were advising Republicans in state and local races in 2026, I would tell them to embrace key policy elements from the MAHA agenda," says Republican pollster Daron Shaw who helps conduct the Fox News Poll alongside Democratic counterpart Chris Anderson. "Protecting Americans, especially children, from bad food, bad drugs, and bad apps is extremely popular, particularly with groups Republicans have struggled with lately."  CLICK HERE FOR CROSSTABS AND TOPLINE Despite support for many MAHA priorities, Kennedy's job rating remains underwater: 45% approve of his performance, while 54% disapprove. Those numbers are largely unchanged since last September. About 9 in 10 MAGA Republicans (88%) approve of Kennedy, compared to 6 in 10 non-MAGA Republicans (58%).  Fathers (54% approve) and voters under 30 (51%) also boost Kennedy’s ratings, with more than half approving of his job performance, higher than mothers (43% approve), non-parents (44%), and voters 65 and over (39%). A closer look at parents Mothers and fathers differ in food-policy priorities. More moms prioritize keeping food costs low by 2 points, while dads favor protecting public health by 16 points.        Although parents and non-parents generally align on many MAHA-related issues, more dads than moms say it is important for the government to reduce screen time for children under 16 (68% vs. 47% important) and support banning children from social media platforms (67% vs. 59% favor).  Dads are also more likely than moms to favor eliminating vaccine requirements (52% vs. 33% favor), and more parents support eliminating them than non-parents (42% vs. 34% favor).  The generational divide Voters under age 30 favor prioritizing public health more than lower food costs by 8 points, but that gap widens to 44 points among voters 65 and over.  On screen time, voters under 30 support banning children under 16 from social media by just 2 points, while that margin expands to 24 points among voters 65 and over.  When it comes to vaccines, young voters oppose eliminating them by 10 points, compared to a large 57-point opposition among those 65 and up. Conducted June 12-15, 2026, under the direction of Beacon Research (D) and Shaw & Company Research (R), this Fox News survey includes interviews with a sample of 1,002 registered voters randomly selected from a national voter file. Respondents spoke with live interviewers on landlines (101) and cellphones (644) or completed the survey online after receiving a text (257). Results based on the full sample have a margin of sampling error of ±3 percentage points. Sampling error for results among subgroups is higher. In addition to sampling error, question wording and order can influence results. Weights are generally applied to age, race, education, and area variables to ensure the demographics are representative of the registered voter population. Sources for developing weight targets include the most recent American Community Survey, Fox News Voter Analysis, and voter file data. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39b30a1972385678345d53 Vance takes lead selling Trump’s Iran gamble as Rubio, Hegseth and Ratcliffe cede spotlight on fragile deal te 2026-06-22T22:11:22.190Z Vance takes lead selling Trump’s Iran gamble as Rubio, Hegseth and Ratcliffe cede spotlight on fragile deal Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland this week as the Trump administration’s most visible defender of a fragile Iran memorandum of understanding, even as officials moved to tamp down reports of internal concern over whether Tehran can be trusted to follow through on nuclear concessions. "If it doesn’t happen, I’m blaming JD Vance. If it does happen, I’m taking full credit," joked President Donald Trump this month of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Iran. The MOU, signed last week, has not resolved the core dispute over Iran’s nuclear program, but instead opened a 60-day negotiating window aimed at turning broad commitments into enforceable terms — leaving Vance to defend a framework that supporters call a diplomatic opening for sustained stability in the region and skeptics fear could give Tehran room to stall. While Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and CIA Director John Ratcliffe have been central to previous high-profile foreign policy missions, Vance spent last week as one of the administration’s chief public advocates for the Iran deal, repeatedly fielding questions about the negotiations during a media blitz for his new book. JD VANCE REVEALS DETAILS OF US-IRAN DEAL, ADDRESSES WHETHER TAXPAYER MONEY WILL GO TO TEHRAN A senior U.S. official told Fox News Digital earlier this month that there was a "split" inside the administration on support of the Iran MOU but wouldn't say which officials did not support the decision. The talks have been fragile for weeks, with the MOU serving less as a breakthrough than a temporary framework while U.S. officials continue to wrestle with whether Iran can be trusted to follow through on nuclear commitments. CIA Director John Ratcliffe reportedly emerged as a key intelligence leader who expressed doubt about the intelligence behind the Iran deal to Trump and other senior officials, Axios reported. Rubio and Hegseth also reportedly held reservations, while Vance and other officials advocated for the MOU, according to the outlet.  The CIA did not comment when asked by Fox News Digital if Ratcliffe was skeptical about the deal. A second senior U.S. official told Fox News Digital that Trump officials were all aligned in supporting the deal and viewed it as the appropriate path forward. While a White House official added that Vance emerged as a lead negotiator because Trump tasked him with the role from the outset, arguing his position as vice president gives him the stature to bring key players from countries such as Qatar and Pakistan to the negotiating table. When asked about the reports of an alleged "split," the White House fired back that the MOU meets all the previous requirements expressed by the administration and the president would only sign a "good deal." "President Trump listens to all opinions on any given issue — but everyone understands he is the final decisionmaker," a White House official told Fox News Digital. RUBIO, RATCLIFFE TO DELIVER CLASSIFIED IRAN BRIEFING TO 'GANG OF EIGHT' AHEAD OF TRUMP'S STATE OF THE UNION While Ratcliffe has historically kept a more reserved role as CIA chief, Rubio and Hegseth have embraced the spotlight repeatedly during high-level missions, hosting press briefings and posting on social media – even sharing memes surrounding major policy wins.  Rubio has publicly backed the MOU, but his support has been noticeably more restrained than his advocacy for past foreign policy efforts. The secretary has reposted clips of the deal signing and Vance's media appearance discussing Iran, but has not directly made a statement. His latest post on X was congratulating Colombian President-Elect Abelardo De La Espriella on his victory. Rubio was also part of the president’s delegation in France at the G7, seen standing behind him during Trump’s sideline presser on the deal. Rubio did not make any comments during the press conference. Hegseth also has remained active on social media during the NATO summit, posting updates on alliance-related meetings and highlighting various War Department initiatives, while notably refraining from commenting directly on the Iran agreement. His last public remarks directly addressing U.S.-Iran relations came more than a month ago on May 5 during a Pentagon briefing alongside Caine. Hegseth discussed Project Freedom, which was a strike against Iran's nuclear infrastructure – separate and distinct from Operation Epic Fury. Since then, Hegseth's public appearances have focused largely on NATO and defense diplomacy, including bilateral meetings with foreign counterparts and engagements with leaders from Italy, Singapore, South Korea and Ecuador. READ IT: THE FULL TEXT OF THE US-IRAN MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING The framework has come under fire from conservatives and liberals alike who have drawn comparisons to former President Barack Obama’s JCPOA, a politically toxic benchmark for many Republicans that the president and Vance have rejected in public remarks. During an appearance on Fox News' "The Five" last week, Vance argued the JCPOA comparison stems from a misconception because the proverbial carrot-and-stick positions from the Obama-era deal have been reversed. The Pentagon doubled down on their backing of the Iranian deal when asked by Fox News Digital if there were any doubts. "Of course, Secretary Hegseth supports the Peace Deal with Iran and all of President Trump’s objectives," Chief Pentagon Spokesperson Sean Parnell told Fox News Digital when asked if there was any friction about the Iran agreement. State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott offered Fox News Digital administration a similar statement backing the Iran deal. "Secretary Rubio and the entire administration is 100% in lockstep behind President Trump. The President has taken unprecedented action to prevent the Iranian regime from obtaining a nuclear weapon, making the U.S. and the entire world safer," Pigott said. Rubio is heading to Geneva Monday after Vance has already been engaged in discussions with Iranians alongside Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff since Sunday. HEGSETH ONCE WARNED AGAINST ENDLESS WARS. NOW HE’S LEADING TRUMP’S STRIKE-FIRST DOCTRINE Rubio, Hegseth and Ratcliffe have previously been at the center of some of the Trump administration’s most significant foreign policy engagements and achievements, from high-stakes talks with Vladimir Putin in Alaska to G7 summits and NATO conferences. Vance’s absence from Trump’s January Mar-a-Lago announcement following the capture of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro drew notice at the time, particularly as Rubio, Hegseth, Ratcliffe, Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine and senior adviser Stephen Miller appeared alongside the president for the administration’s victory-lap moment. Fox News Digital reached out to the Office of the Vice President for comment. Vance stayed late into the night Sunday evening to push the deal to the finish line in an attempt to get nuclear inspections to start as soon as possible. "It's funny, we were trying to call some of the inspectors last night around two in the morning. As you can expect, not many people are answering their phone at two in the morning," said Vance Monday. "I expect that will happen at the minimum this week, but we think even some of those conversations with the inspectors and with the IAEA could happen as soon as today," Vance added. Fox News Digital's Charles Crietz contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39b2f61972385678345d4a County singer Bailey Zimmerman faces felony criminal charge after allegedly trashing New Mexico hotel room te 2026-06-22T22:11:02.736Z County singer Bailey Zimmerman faces felony criminal charge after allegedly trashing New Mexico hotel room Bailey Zimmerman has found himself in hot water as New Mexico authorities look to charge the country singer with felony criminal damage, Fox News Digital can confirm. A felony warrant for criminal damage was filed on June 18 in Bernalillo County. Prosecutors are looking to slap Zimmerman with a felony charge for criminal damage to property and a misdemeanor charge of falsely obtaining services, TMZ reported. Court docs, obtained by the outlet, revealed the charges stemmed from an incident that allegedly occurred on May 27. Zimmerman had been scheduled to perform at the amphitheater at Sandia Resort and Casino in Albuquerque but canceled his concert at the last minute. MORGAN WALLEN PLEADS GUILTY IN NASHVILLE CHAIR-THROWING INCIDENT According to TMZ, Zimmerman allegedly showed up to sound check visibly intoxicated and proceeded to throw microphones, instruments and other items on the ground before storming off-stage multiple times. Zimmerman then returned to the resort after allegedly spitting towards a security guard, stumbling with a bloody knee and had to be supported by someone he was with. Ultimately, the resort kicked him out and the country music star had to cancel his concert at the last minute. At the time, he claimed he had "not been feeling well." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER ""Y’all know there’s nothing I love more than getting out on the road and playing these shows for you," he wrote on Instagram. "So it’s so hard for me to have to say this, but I have to reschedule tonight’s (5/27) and Saturday’s (5/30) shows. "I have not been feeling well and have tried to power through, but I’m not able to give you all the show you deserve. I hate letting y’all down and was really looking forward to these shows, but I gotta take care of myself so I can get back out there stronger," he continued. Zimmerman allegedly fought security before eventually leaving the resort. But according to court documents, housekeeping discovered the artist's room in disarray the following day – with the hotel estimating the damage at roughly $16,000. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS The alleged damage included a television, phone, coffee table and two chairs. Resort staff also reported a hole in one wall, damage to several others, stains on the carpet and two missing chairs. The hotel further claimed Bailey racked up more than $400 in alcohol charges during his stay but never paid the bill. Court records state that both resort employees and police attempted to contact the singer and members of his team to address the incident, but received no response – ultimately prompting authorities to seek an arrest warrant. Fox News Digital reached out to Zimmerman's representative for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39b2e31972385678345d41 NYC coffee shop bans pro-Israel politician in hostile social post: 'we don’t serve... genocide enablers' te 2026-06-22T22:10:43.285Z NYC coffee shop bans pro-Israel politician in hostile social post: 'we don’t serve... genocide enablers' A New York City coffee shop criticized Rep. Dan Goldman, D-N.Y., in a social media post after he purchased a cup of joe from its Brooklyn location, declaring that it would have turned him away under its policy of not serving "genocide enablers" due to his support for Israel, despite its motto of treating all customers with dignity. In a Facebook post on Sunday, Poetica Coffee said it issued a refund to Goldman after learning that he had stopped by the location with his young daughter. The shop added that it would have simply turned Goldman away if staff had recognized him at the time. "Hey Congressman Dan Goldman, we see that you stopped by our shop today for a coffee. Do you see how it doesn’t taste like genocide juice? Or are you still having a hard time telling the difference?" the post stated, referring to Goldman’s support for Israel and accusations that the Jewish state has committed genocide against Palestinians during the war in Gaza. SMOOTHIE KING FIRES EMPLOYEES WHO REFUSED TO SERVE CUSTOMERS OVER TRUMP SWEATSHIRT "See, here at Poetica, we don’t serve racists, fascists, homophobes, genocide enablers, or anyone in between," the post continued. "Too bad we didn’t recognize you right away, or we would have turned you away. We issued you a refund—we don’t need your money (it’s probably coming from AIPAC anyways). Enjoy your loss on Tuesday. Don’t ever come to Poetica." In a statement on social media, Goldman said he was disappointed by the shop's remarks. "I’m sorry to see this post," he said. "The barista could not have been nicer to my 7-year-old daughter and me—allowing her to use the bathroom even though we had not purchased anything. I made sure to buy a coffee in return for her kindness. I hope you at least make sure she gets the tip that she deserved." In response, the shop said it was the barista's idea to refund Goldman's purchase. The poster added that they will be voting against Goldman, who faces a Democratic primary challenge from former city Comptroller Brad Lander. DEMOCRATIC REP FEARS PARTY TURNING ANTISEMITIC PROTESTERS INTO 'MARTYRS' IN BATTLE AGAINST TRUMP DEPORTATIONS Fox News Digital has reached out to Goldman and the coffee shop, as well as the offices of New York State Attorney General Letitia James and Mayor Zohran Mamdani, and the city’s Department of Consumer and Worker Protection. "No comment. We stand against genocide," a staffer told the New York Post. The shop's social media post was quickly criticized online. Mark Treyger, the CEO of the Jewish Community Relations Council of New York, said the incident warrants a review under city and state human rights laws. MAMDANI IN THE HOT SEAT AFTER FIRST VETO DERAILS BIPARTISAN EFFORT TO COMBAT ANTISEMITISM: 'DISAPPOINTED' "Turning a cup of coffee into a Jewish identity litmus test is an affront to the law, our values, and every New Yorker who rejects discrimination," he wrote on X. "If an identifiable Jewish customer walks into a coffee shop wearing a kippah or Magen David, are they expected to first disclose their views on Middle East policy before being served?" The incident appears to contradict the opening statement on Poetica Coffee's website by its owner, Parviz Mukhamadkulov, an Uzbek immigrant who opened his first location in 2020. "In practice, it looks like a café where the door doesn't close on anyone, where tea gets poured before anyone asks who you are," the website states. "The guest is sacred because the act of welcoming is how a community keeps itself intact." The shop also claims on its site that "whoever walks through the door is treated with unconditional dignity." "Not as a customer. Not as a transaction. As someone who arrived and deserves to be welcomed," the site reads. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39ae5d1972385678345c8b Two new defendants charged in alleged White House UFC mass-casualty attack plot te 2026-06-22T21:51:25.576Z Two new defendants charged in alleged White House UFC mass-casualty attack plot The FBI has identified two additional suspects in the alleged plot targeting the UFC Freedom 250 event in Washington, D.C., bringing the total number of publicly identified defendants to seven. Newly unsealed court records identify Missouri resident Jordan W. Rincker and Washington state resident William Lee Spartacus Falkner as alleged members of the conspiracy. Prosecutors say Rincker allegedly helped fund and facilitate the operation, while Falkner allegedly discussed procuring and operating drones intended for use in the attack. Five suspects previously were charged in the case in recent days. Investigators allege the group planned to use explosive-laden drones to trigger a mass evacuation of the June 14 event before directing fleeing crowds toward prepositioned shooters. FBI officials previously told Fox News Digital that a "second wave" was then expected to target the White House gate. 5 CHILLING DETAILS FROM THE ALLEGED WHITE HOUSE ATTACK PLOT TIED TO UFC EVENT Falkner allegedly joined a Telegram chat devoted to drone operations June 7 and communicated with other alleged conspirators about drone procurement, tactics and the use of explosives, according to the Washington state complaint.  Prosecutors allege Falkner discussed obtaining multiple drones through a network of contacts and argued that "the more drones the better." Court records also allege he exchanged messages about drone payloads, anti-jamming measures, fiber optics controls and the number of drones needed to carry out the attack. The complaint alleges Falkner claimed he could obtain drones capable of carrying heavy explosive payloads and discussed coordinating their acquisition with other members of the group. According to the complaint, Falkner allegedly participated in a Telegram channel known as "D Ops" dedicated to the conspiracy's alleged drone operation. In one exchange cited by prosecutors, a co-conspirator allegedly wrote that the group was "down to 7 days" before the attack and discussed obtaining multiple drones for the operation. Images of the new suspects were not immediately available.  The newly unsealed affidavit also suggests investigators were examining whether members of the group discussed a potential future attack targeting a FIFA World Cup match scheduled for July 3 in Kansas City, Missouri.  In the filing, an FBI agent wrote that he believed messages exchanged by alleged ringleader Abraham Hermosillo Alvarez referenced the event and encouraged co-conspirators to prepare to travel to Missouri around the July 4 holiday. Prosecutors said the plotters met around March through a TikTok community known as "Vanguard of the Old" where participants shared workout videos and tactical content before moving to encrypted Signal chats. According to the newly unsealed complaint, members of the conspiracy allegedly agreed to commit murder on the White House grounds and surrounding area during the UFC Freedom 250 event. The complaint alleges the conspiracy operated from approximately March through June 21. Federal investigators allege members acquired firearms, ammunition, ballistic gear and other tactical equipment in preparation for the attack.  The complaint claims Tycen Proper allegedly acquired several boxes of ammunition, plate carriers, rifles and tactical clothing, while Daniel Eskridge allegedly obtained multiple firearms, a helmet and a ballistic vest. 'SOMETHING BIG': FEDS REVEAL HOW RELATIVES OF SUSPECTS IN FOILED WHITE HOUSE UFC PLOT SAW WARNING SIGNS The newly unsealed filing also says that Eskridge allegedly shared a photograph of tactical equipment, including a rifle, helmet and ballistic vest, with co-conspirators on the encrypted messaging platform SimpleX in May. Prosecutors allege Rincker played a logistical role in the conspiracy.  He allegedly accepted a $1,200 cash payment from co-defendant Alvarez, allegedly sent Bryan Omar Roa $100 to help fund Roa's drive from California to Washington and allegedly transferred a pump-action shotgun to Alvarez during an in-person meeting, according to the complaint.  The complaint further claims that Roa allegedly began driving from California to Washington on June 11 to participate in the attack. The plot was allegedly disrupted after the mother of Proper, a 19-year-old Ohio defendant in the case, called in a tip to the FBI. A seizure of Proper's phone helped investigators identify other members of the alleged network. Investigators say the network extended well beyond the five men initially charged. Proper's phone contained a primary Signal chat with approximately 19 alleged participants, according to court records, along with smaller operational chat groups organized by role and location. Tensions reportedly boiled over between federal agencies over the decision to make the case public.  Two senior U.S. officials told Fox News that Secret Service leadership wanted to delay disclosing the investigation until additional arrests could be made, fearing that publicizing the probe could alert other subjects and complicate the ongoing investigation. FBI Deputy Director Chris Raia told Fox News Digital Monday that the initial five arrests targeted the individuals investigators viewed as the most dangerous members of the alleged conspiracy and that any additional arrests would likely involve suspects who played lesser roles in the plot. "We made a bunch of probable cause arrests before the (UFC) event, we assured the event was safe," Raia said. "We were watching a whole bunch of others to ensure that nobody had come to nobody had come to DC. But we're continuing to make those cases. And so that's why you're seeing folks get kind of picked off." Fox News' Jake Gibson contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39ae491972385678345c69 Bill telling Arizona consumers when a digital ‘purchase’ isn’t really a purchase gets vetoed te 2026-06-22T21:51:05.097Z Bill telling Arizona consumers when a digital ‘purchase’ isn’t really a purchase gets vetoed A Republican proposal to change Arizona law would require companies that sell digital downloads or streaming of movies and games to disclose to customers if they’re only purchasing temporary licenses and not permanent copies of that media. (Photo by Getty Images) A bill that would have made companies that sell digital downloads or streams of movies and video games disclose to customers that they’re not purchasing permanent copies of that media was among the dozens of measures vetoed last week by Gov. Katie Hobbs.  The bill by Rep. Nick Kupper, R-Surprise, would have seen Arizona follow California and mandate that companies disclose when consumers are obtaining a revocable license on digital goods as opposed to full ownership. Kupper’s House Bill 2010 would have made it illegal for a seller of a digital good to advertise that good using the terms “buy” or “purchase” if they do not inform consumers of restrictions on that purchase. Those restrictions include the possibility that the product could be altered or access to it could be revoked in the future.  Large companies like Amazon and Sony have come under fire in recent years after consumers found that TV shows, movies and video games they purchased  were removed from their digital libraries. Many consumers are unaware that when they “buy” a digital movie or TV show they are really only purchasing a license agreement, which can later be revoked. That means consumers don’t really own much of the content they purchase.  Last year, California passed a similar law.  Hobbs, in her veto letter, said that the bill was not clear enough.  “The refund provisions of this legislation are ambiguous and inconsistent with other states,” Hobbs said. “I welcome legislation that provides notification standards and refund provisions that are implementable and clear.”  Kupper said the veto caught him off guard, as the bill had near unanimous support throughout its legislative journey.  “That one surprised me. I’m not going to lie,” Kupper said of the’ veto, noting that the Governor’s Office had never indicated it had problems with the legislation ahead of the veto.  The bill had unanimous support up until its final days of the legislative session when Democratic members in the House and Senate voted against it after a return to the Capitol after a long recess. Kupper cited comments he made online about Rep. Anna Abeytia, D-Phoenix, mentioning her previous abortion while commenting on a photo of the Democrat and her newborn baby, as the reason why Democrats switched positions on the bill.  “The reason I believe, and I don’t know this to be a fact on why the Democrats fell off at the end, was because of my comments on Anaya Abeytia,” Kupper said, adding that he still votes in favor of bills he finds good policy, regardless of “whose name is on a bill.” As for Hobbs’ veto, Kupper said he doesn’t entirely understand the governor’s resistance, as he had worked with tech stakeholders like Apple to amend the bill in ways that made them more comfortable with the legislation. “It was almost exactly the law that California passed, and it was brought to me by a Libertarian,” Kupper said.  The measure also included a provision that says a seller must notify a consumer that the seller could modify the content, something that comes from Kupper’s own experience when a digital good he purchased was altered after he paid for it.  In 2020, the creator of the TV comedy series “The Office” deleted a scene that included a character who wore blackface. Kupper said he noticed when rewatching the episode that the scene was gone.  The bill would have required that a seller of digital goods provide a consumer with a list of the restrictions and conditions they are agreeing to under the license, a notice that the license may be altered from its original version and a notice that the license may be revoked. And it would have required that the statements must be clear and conspicuous.  Consumers would be asked to acknowledge that they understand these terms and conditions, which would be distinct from other terms and conditions that consumers are used to agreeing to online if the bill had been signed into law.  Any company that violated the disclosure could be investigated for violating the state’s consumer fraud act. Additionally, any consumer who is “aggrieved by a violation” could bring a civil action to “recover actual damages, reasonable attorney fees and court costs,” and if the “violation is wilful or knowing,” the court may award additional damages.  The bill did not apply to subscription-based streaming services, free services or educational goods provided by libraries or public institutions.  When asked if he intends to bring the legislation back next session, Kupper was quick to respond.  “Oh, 100% yeah,” he said.  YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE. SUPPORT Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39ae201972385678345c4a With Win in Washington, Socialists Are on the March in Urban America te 2026-06-22T21:50:24.142Z With Win in Washington, Socialists Are on the March in Urban America Democratic socialists, harnessing generational frustration over affordability, lead New York and Seattle and are knocking on the door in Los Angeles and Washington. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39abee1972385678345c03 Sen Susan Collins addresses controversies surrounding scandal-plagued Democratic challenger Platner te 2026-06-22T21:41:02.542Z Sen Susan Collins addresses controversies surrounding scandal-plagued Democratic challenger Platner Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, addressed her closely-watched race against scandal-plagued Democratic candidate Graham Platner, calling him the "antithesis" of the steady leadership she has provided Maine. "I never expected to have an opponent like Graham Platner," Collins said in her first national interview since Platner’s nomination. "He is very different from me. He's the antithesis of the steady leadership that I provide and Washington that has delivered real results for the state of Maine and for our nation." Platner, a military veteran and oyster farmer, has spent much of his campaign on the defensive as multiple scandals have rocked his candidacy, including a chest tattoo resembling a Nazi symbol and abuse allegations from former girlfriends. THE GROWING LIST OF CONTROVERSIES THREATENING DEMOCRAT GRAHAM PLATNER'S MAINE SENATE BID Collins’ race against Platner has become one of the most watched in the midterm cycle as top Democrats, including progressive champions Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., have thrown their support behind the controversial candidate. Platner is pushing an economically populist agenda, taking aim at corporate interests and advocating for the working class during his campaign. Collins, who is running for a sixth six-year term in the U.S. Senate, remains in a tight race with Platner in left-leaning Maine, despite his resurfaced controversies. "There have been numerous controversies. He often denies them only to be contradicted by others who say what he told them," Collins told Fox News anchor Martha MacCallum on "The Story." PLATNER'S DELETED REDDIT SPARKS OUTRAGE AGAIN AS HE APPEARS TO MOCK WOUNDED SOLDIER: 'DIDN'T DESERVE TO LIVE' "To me, one of the most appalling is his making fun of a Purple Heart recipient who had been wounded by the Taliban, lying on the war field, and he ridicules this individual. And another example, it's his treatment of women in general, and also his opposition to law enforcement. On all those issues, we could not be more different." In response to the scandals, Platner has opened up about his battle with post-traumatic stress disorder from his four tours of duty in Afghanistan and Iraq. He said he's "been open about what was a very dark period of my life where I struggled with undiagnosed PTSD, too often self-medicated with alcohol, and was a far from perfect boyfriend." PENNSYLVANIA DEM REP CLAIMS GRAHAM PLATNER 'HAS DISQUALIFIED HIMSELF' FROM MAINE SENATE RACE Collins, the Republican incumbent, revealed whether she believes Platner’s controversies disqualify him from running. "I would have said in a different time that any one of these would have been disqualifying for someone to be a candidate to serve our country and the state of Maine in the United States Senate, whether they were Democrat or Republican," the senator said. During Platner’s nomination acceptance speech during the primary, he accused Collins of being "just as spineless and corrupt as the establishment she now serves." Collins argued that constituents do not want someone who engages in "angry rhetoric" representing them in Washington and said their senator should have proper "character." "In the end, this comes down to whether you want a candidate who will go to Washington, engage in angry rhetoric every day, but not get anything done, versus my service to the people of Maine, where I have delivered real results to the people of Maine," Collins said. "I believe that the people of Maine want steady leadership," she continued. "They want independence, and they want someone who cares deeply about the state and our country and has the character to serve." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39abc51972385678345bde Federal Citizenship Data Tool Cannot Be Used to Screen Voters, Judge Rules te 2026-06-22T21:40:21.588Z Federal Citizenship Data Tool Cannot Be Used to Screen Voters, Judge Rules A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration’s providing federal data to states to check and purge their voter rolls violated several laws prohibiting the disclosure. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39a9d51972385678345b98 Popular mommy blogger dies at 48 two years after devastating cancer diagnosis te 2026-06-22T21:32:05.403Z Popular mommy blogger dies at 48 two years after devastating cancer diagnosis Jill Smokler, founder of Scary Mommy, has died at age 48 after a battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. The popular "mommy blogger" had been fighting the disease for the past two years, according to an announcement posted on ScaryMommy.com on Monday. The stay-at-home mother of three launched the blog in 2008 as a place to share the "joys and pitfalls" of parenting, according to the article. As Scary Mommy expanded from a personal blog into a major parenting brand, Smokler built a following with her honest, often self-deprecating take on motherhood. She went on to speak at blogging conferences, author bestselling books, appear on national television programs and earn three Webby Awards, her biography states. AGGRESSIVE BRAIN CANCER MAY RESPOND TO HIGH-DOSE VITAMIN THERAPY, STUDY SUGGESTS "Jill spent her life telling the truth about motherhood — that it could be wonderful and impossible in the very same breath — and in doing so, she gave millions of women permission to stop pretending and feel a little less alone," her family shared in a statement following her passing. "She was funny, fearless, generous and entirely herself. More than anything she built, Jill was proudest of her three children, Lily, Ben and Evan. We are heartbroken to lose her, and endlessly proud of the mark she left on the world." Smokler's first sign of the disease was in April 2024, when she experienced a sudden seizure. She then underwent surgery to remove a brain tumor, after which she didn't recognize her own children, she previously shared with Today. CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES "I am definitely grateful that I don’t remember the looks on their faces when I didn’t recognize them," she said. "That must have been gutting." Smokler was diagnosed with glioblastoma, the most common malignant primary brain tumor in adults and one of the deadliest forms of brain cancer. There is currently no cure. Following surgery, the blogger underwent radiation and chemotherapy, during which she was open about her treatment side effects, including fatigue and hair loss. Additional surgeries and clinical trials followed, according to previous interviews. "Thank you, Jill, for everything. May you rest in peace," the Scary Mommy post concluded. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ About 13.9% of all brain tumors are glioblastomas, according to the American Brain Tumor Association. More than 12,000 new cases are diagnosed in the U.S. each year. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER Median survival is approximately 12 to 18 months after diagnosis, even with treatment. Only about 5% to 7% of patients survive five years after diagnosis, data shows. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39a9c11972385678345b8f Nancy Guthrie ransom: Harvey Levin pushes back on reports that note contained apology over her death te 2026-06-22T21:31:45.948Z Nancy Guthrie ransom: Harvey Levin pushes back on reports that note contained apology over her death The recipient of a batch of suspected ransom demands in the Nancy Guthrie case is pushing back against recent reports claiming the potential abductors were apologetic over the 84-year-old's purported death. "I wanna talk about Nancy Guthrie and some communications I had with the FBI that I haven't talked about until now," Harvey Levin said in a video posted to TMZ's YouTube Monday afternoon. "But I want to start with these reports that this ransom letter that we received kind of apologizes to Savannah Guthrie and her family for the kidnapping and that Nancy was no longer alive. That was not in the ransom note that we received." Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos, whose department is the lead agency on the case, told Fox News Digital Monday that the FBI has been handling the investigation into numerous ransom demands, some bogus and some with potential to be real, since the beginning. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X He deferred comment to the bureau on the new reports, and the FBI did not immediately respond to a request for comment. WATCH: What The FBI Told Harvey Levin | TMZ "It is not in that ransom note at all," Levin said of the notes sent to TMZ. "It does say that she's scared but OK. But the ransom note makes no reference to Nancy Guthrie either dying or the kidnappers apologizing." EVERYTHING WE KNOW ABOUT NANCY GUTHRIE'S POSSIBLE RANSOM NOTE TMZ wasn't the only outlet to receive potential ransom demands, however. Local media also received similar messages through their online tip boxes, at least at first. ABC News reported Monday that local media received a follow-up demand claiming that Guthrie had died and been buried. A federal law enforcement source confirmed to Fox News Digital Monday that the FBI deposited small sums of crypto into a Bitcoin wallet to test the purported ransom demand's validity. It was not immediately clear whether the second note sender was credible — or whether any of the ransom demands were real. They would, however, fit the "wrench attack" pattern that some investigators have floated in connection with the case, in which a "mastermind" computer hacker, probably overseas, could have hired local thugs to kidnap Guthrie in an effort to extort her daughter, "Today" co-host Savannah Guthrie. SIGN UP TO GET TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER Sunday marked 20 weeks since Guthrie's suspected abduction from her home in the Catalina Foothills north of Tucson. Her whereabouts remain unknown as of Monday. A series of later emails, however, sent by someone claiming to have knowledge of the case, referenced Guthrie's death, Levin added. SEND US A TIP HERE "That is from the person who sent us multiple emails saying that he knows or knew where Nancy Guthrie was and where the kidnappers were, and he wanted money in return for information," Levin said. "We passed that along to the FBI as we did the ransom note, but this person kept sending us email. And early on, he said, time is of the essence. And then a few days after the kidnapping, he said, time is no longer of the essence, meaning she wasn't alive." That person had asked for $100,000 for the information — far less than the $4 million ransom demand, he added. LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST "This person also said that he was afraid that he might be implicated," Levin explained. "He had a burglary on his record from I think he said 11 years before, and apparently he knew these kidnappers well enough that he was afraid he might implicated." MAN WHO PUT UP $100K TO FIND NANCY GUTHRIE SAYS TIPSTERS SHOULD SKIP THE SHERIFF AND CALL CRIME STOPPERS He purportedly said he wanted the money so he could go "underground" and avoid retribution. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? FIND MORE ON THE TRUE CRIME HUB That person never got any money, he said. And when he offered to have TMZ put up the money just to see if it led to any kind of resolution, he said his sources at the FBI stopped responding. Anyone with information on Guthrie's case is asked to dial 1-800-CALL-FBI. There is a combined reward of more than $1.2 million for information that cracks the case. Tips can be provided anonymously to Tucson's Crime Stoppers affiliate, 88-Crime, at 1-520-882-7463. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39a9971972385678345b69 HCH Pet of the Week: Rocko te 2026-06-22T21:31:03.964Z HCH Pet of the Week: Rocko At 8 years old and ~65lbs, Rocko is proof that senior dogs are some of the very best companions. This handsome boy has so much love left to give and deserves a cozy home to spend his golden years in. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39a9831972385678345b60 HCH Pet of the Week: Rhino te 2026-06-22T21:30:43.995Z HCH Pet of the Week: Rhino FOREVER HOME NEEDED - ADOPT RHINO! Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39a9701972385678345b57 Evacuations to be reduced for Pocket Fire; Rock Canyon and Dellenbaugh fires increase containment te 2026-06-22T21:30:24.032Z Evacuations to be reduced for Pocket Fire; Rock Canyon and Dellenbaugh fires increase containment An operational overview presentation will be live streamed at 7 p.m. on Monday night and can be viewed on the Coconino National Forest's Facebook page, facebook.com/coconinonf. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39a4fa1972385678345ab7 South Carolina fitness trainer’s autopsy raises more questions about mysterious death te 2026-06-22T21:11:22.318Z South Carolina fitness trainer’s autopsy raises more questions about mysterious death More questions were raised about the death of South Carolina fitness trainer Elena Katherine Moore after an autopsy failed to determine how she died and found no signs of physical trauma. Moore, 39, was found dead last week after disappearing June 11 following a visit to a Planet Fitness gym in Lexington. Her disappearance drew widespread attention after a close friend told Fox News Digital that Moore had confided weeks earlier that she was "scared for her life." Now, investigators say a forensic autopsy found no bruising, lacerations, gunshot wounds, stab wounds, blunt force trauma, strangulation or other external injuries. "The autopsy did not identify an immediate cause of death," the Lexington County Coroner's Office said Monday. FITNESS TRAINER TOLD FRIEND SHE WAS 'SCARED FOR HER LIFE' WEEKS BEFORE BODY WITH MATCHING CLOTHING FOUND The cause of death remains pending while investigators await toxicology results, microscopic tissue testing and a review of Moore's medical records. 🕵️ What story should we investigate next? 📩 Email: stepheny.price@fox.com 📸 Instagram: @fndstephprice 🎥 X: @StephenyPrice Whether it's a developing case, concerning trend, or something you think deserves attention, your information could help lead our next story or investigation. The findings come days after authorities identified Moore as the woman whose body was discovered near Old Cherokee Road and Northlake Drive in Lexington County on June 17. GOT A TIP? Investigators located the body after receiving a tip that led them to a new search area. At the time, Lexington Police Chief Terrence Green said the woman found was wearing clothing consistent with what Moore had been wearing before she vanished. FOLLOW US ON X Moore was last seen June 11 after signing into a Planet Fitness on Whiteford Way around 6:40 p.m. Surveillance footage later showed her walking away from the gym toward a wooded area behind a nearby Lowe's Home Improvement store, according to police. Friends have said several aspects of Moore's behavior before her disappearance were unusual. GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL "She was scared for her life. She actually said those words to me," close friend Sondra Campbell previously told Fox News Digital. SOUTH CAROLINA DEATHS OF FORMER BLOOMBERG EXECUTIVE, WIFE AND DAUGHTER LEAVE NEIGHBORS PERPLEXED Campbell said Moore wanted to discuss what was troubling her privately but never got the chance. CLICK HERE FOR MORE US NEWS Another friend told Fox News Digital that Moore, who was typically active online, had gone unusually quiet on social media in the weeks before she disappeared. Authorities have not said whether foul play is suspected, and no manner of death has been determined. The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division is continuing to investigate the case. Fox News Digital's Adam Sabes contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39a4e61972385678345aae Russia preparing hybrid attacks on NATO's eastern flank, intelligence warns te 2026-06-22T21:11:02.862Z Russia preparing hybrid attacks on NATO's eastern flank, intelligence warns Latvian intelligence is warning that Russia is preparing possible military provocations against the Baltic states or Poland, including drones, missiles or other hybrid attacks, in an effort to pressure NATO countries to stop supporting Ukraine.  "We see indications that Russia is preparing military provocations against the Baltic countries or Poland — not a conventional war, because Russia is not capable of that right now, but hybrid attacks, such as missiles, drones or other actions designed to send a signal: stop supporting Ukraine, or you will have your own problems," Latvian intelligence told Fox News Digital. The most immediate concern, according to Latvian intelligence, is not that Moscow is ready for a full-scale war with NATO, but that Russian President Vladimir Putin could miscalculate because the surrounding institutions are feeding him the version of reality he wants to hear. The Baltic states and Poland are NATO allies, meaning a Russian provocation there could quickly test America’s treaty commitments and risk a broader confrontation. It also comes as Washington and its allies weigh how far to go in supporting Ukraine and tightening sanctions on Moscow.  RUSSIAN DRONES TEST NATO'S ARTICLE 5 DEFENSE GUARANTEE AHEAD OF FRIDAY SANCTIONS DEADLINE Latvian intelligence argues that Putin is not only looking for ways to pressure NATO countries to back off Ukraine, but may also be receiving distorted assessments from inside his own system — raising the risk that Russia could misjudge Western resolve. "The biggest concern is miscalculation. Russian institutions are telling Putin what he wants to hear, and that creates a dangerous cycle that can lead to foolish and senseless decisions," Latvian intelligence said. "We see more and more signs that Putin wants to receive only positive news. He is isolated, and that makes decision-making even more problematic as decisions are not based on the real situation," Latvian intelligence added. The Latvian warning tracks with concerns raised by Polish officials during Fox News Digital reporting in June in Poland, where officials described Russia’s hybrid war against NATO’s eastern flank as already underway. Polish Deputy Foreign Minister Marcin Bosacki pointed to assassinations, drone activity, cyberattacks and attacks on critical infrastructure on NATO territory, including what he described as a Russian-instigated cyberattack on Polish energy infrastructure intended "to black out part of Poland."  Amb. Krzysztof Olendzki also described the Belarus border as part of a Russian and Belarusian campaign to weaponize illegal migration against NATO countries. Latvian intelligence also assessed that Western sanctions are having a real impact inside Russia, despite Moscow’s public claims that it has absorbed the pressure. "Russia says publicly that sanctions do not matter, but its own internal assessments show that sanctions are biting," Latvian intelligence told Fox News Digital. "They may not change Putin’s mindset, but they limit Russia’s financial resources and thus opportunities and force to make difficult choices regarding recruitment, military spending, and pressure on businesses. Its war economy is a crumbling ‘house of cards.’" NATO'S EASTERN FLANK RACES TO REARM AS TRUMP PRESSURE EXPOSES WESTERN EUROPE'S DEFENSE GAP The assessment comes as Latvia’s Constitution Protection Bureau, known as SAB, released a public report detailing how Russia is intensifying "lawfare" against the West — using courts, legal claims and international institutions to pressure Western governments, weaken support for Ukraine and create possible justification for more aggressive actions. The report outlines Russian efforts to study Iran’s experience challenging Western sanctions through international legal mechanisms.  Russian experts have analyzed Iran’s 2016 case against the United States at the International Court of Justice and are looking for ways to adapt similar tactics against Western countries, according to the Constitution Protection Bureau.  "If you want to push Russia toward a peace deal that is acceptable to Ukraine and the West, sanctions are the right mechanism," Latvian intelligence said. "We need more international pressure on Russia through sanctions." US ALLIES ACCUSE RUSSIA OF 'ESCALATING HYBRID ACTIVITIES' AGAINST NATO, EU NATIONS AFTER DATA CABLES SEVERED The Constitution Protection Bureau also warns that Russia has prepared a complaint against the Baltic States at the U.N.’s International Court of Justice, formally accusing them of discrimination against Russians and Russian speakers. Latvian intelligence believes the legal campaign is not only about the courtroom, but about building a narrative Moscow could later use as a pretext for action. "Russia believes the Baltic States are governed by pro-American elites who are disconnected from their own people. They made a similar mistake about Ukraine before the invasion, which is why this perception worries us," Latvian intelligence said. The Constitution Protection Bureau report argues that Russia is trying to turn propaganda into legal and political action. It describes Moscow’s planned complaint as relying on a "highly manipulative approach" to international law, including selective interpretations of international norms and what the report calls "imagined evidence" of alleged discrimination. The concern is that Russia could use those claims to justify pressure, intimidation or hybrid operations — the same broad logic Moscow used when it claimed it was acting to protect Donbas residents before invading Ukraine. "Currently, there are no military threats to Latvia," its intelligence said. "We are not concerned about a full-scale invasion right now. Russia would need three to five years, even if the war in Ukraine ended today, to rebuild sufficient capabilities. What worries us now are provocations — drones, missiles and other hybrid attacks." The Russian government did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39a4d31972385678345aa5 The Street Profits win World Tag Team Championship with help from Seth Rollins on 'Monday Night Raw' te 2026-06-22T21:10:43.423Z The Street Profits win World Tag Team Championship with help from Seth Rollins on 'Monday Night Raw' Street Profits are up and they have gold. Montez Ford and Angelo Dawkins defeated Austin Theory and Bron Breakker on "Monday Night Raw" in London to become the new world tag team champions. It’s the fourth time they will hold tag team gold in their careers as a duo. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! The rivalry between Ford and Dawkins and The Vision had heated up ever since The Street Profits returned to WWE TV after WrestleMania 42. Their loose alliance with Seth Rollins appeared to be the biggest boon for them – whether they hated or liked each other. Logan Paul tried to be the catalyst that helped The Vision keep the tag titles. He put Theory’s foot on the ropes to break the count. But the referee caught him and tossed him from the match. Paul’s antics weren’t finished. He tried to slide brass knuckles over to Theory before Joe Hendry got into the mix to break up the monotony. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM As the chaos ensued, Rollins’ music hit and Breakker was expecting him to come down the entrance ramp. Rollins sneaked into the ring area and took the brass knuckles out of Theory’s reach. He hit Theory with the weapon and was chased out of the ring area by Breakker. It left Theory defenseless against a two-on-one assault from the Street Profits. Ford pinned Theory for the win, stripping away gold from The Vision. Breakker was enraged as Rollins celebrated The Street Profits’ win. Now, one has to wonder whether The Street Profits will be by Rollins’ side as "The Visionary" walks into a steel cage match against Breakker at Night of Champions. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39a28f19723856783455f8 Chaos erupts on American Airlines flight as unruly passenger allegedly bites fellow traveler midair te 2026-06-22T21:01:03.752Z Chaos erupts on American Airlines flight as unruly passenger allegedly bites fellow traveler midair An American Airlines flight descended into chaos Sunday morning after a passenger was accused of biting another traveler and attempting to fight others onboard. The frantic incident erupted as Flight 3046 approached Philadelphia International Airport after departing from Charlotte, North Carolina. An audio recording reviewed by Fox News Digital captured the pilot alerting air traffic control about the escalating situation involving the unruly passenger. "He just bit a passenger, and he's trying to fight everybody," the pilot said in the recording posted on LiveATC.  AMERICAN AIRLINES PASSENGER WHO HELPED RESTRAIN UNRULY TRAVELER SAYS SITUATION WAS 'FIGHT OR FLIGHT' The crew requested police and emergency medical teams (EMTs) to meet the aircraft upon landing. The pilot said he was unsure what triggered the incident but suggested the passenger may have been experiencing a mental health crisis, telling controllers that law enforcement may be needed "just as a precaution" to assist EMTs. AMERICAN AIRLINES FLIGHT TURNED AROUND AFTER PASSENGER ALLEGEDLY ATTACKED CREW MEMBER, SWALLOWED ROSARY BEADS "Can you pass along, we need EMTs as well as law enforcement," the pilot said. "I don’t know… if he’s hallucinating," he added. American Airlines confirmed to Fox News Digital on Monday that the passenger experienced a medical emergency and was assisted by a medical professional onboard before the flight landed. Additional medical personnel also met the passenger after the aircraft arrived. "Medical personnel met American Airlines flight 3046 at the gate for a customer experiencing a medical emergency," the airline said. "We appreciate the actions of our team members and the medical professional on board who assisted the customer as the flight arrived safely at Philadelphia (PHL)." The brief exchange between the pilot and air traffic controller ended on a lighter note, with the controller wishing the pilot a happy Father’s Day. "What a day, huh?" the pilot said in the audio recording. "I'll be sure to tell my daughters about this one." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39a26419723856783455b2 The AI world is getting ‘loopy’ te 2026-06-22T21:00:20.240Z The AI world is getting ‘loopy’ The loop takes agentic AI a step further, by authorizing a swarm of agents to work continuously in the background, endlessly. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39a023197238567834558b Pocket Fire burns 257 acres north of Sedona te 2026-06-22T20:50:43.233Z Pocket Fire burns 257 acres north of Sedona 432 fire personnel face steep slopes to battle wildfire that prompted Oak Creek Canyon evacuation The Pocket Fire ignited about 7 miles north of Sedona in the Red Rock–Secret Mountain Wilderness area on the afternoon of Friday, June 19, and has been mapped at about 257 acres, according to U.S. Fores Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a399dde1972385678345511 Hailey Bieber strips down for Kim Kardashian's SKIMS in red-hot new campaign te 2026-06-22T20:41:02.933Z Hailey Bieber strips down for Kim Kardashian's SKIMS in red-hot new campaign Hailey Bieber left little to the imagination as she stripped down for SKIMS' latest campaign, serving up a series of sizzling looks for Kim Kardashian's shapewear brand. Bieber starred in the campaign for Everyday Cotton line, photographed by Mert Alas. "Hailey has a unique ability to make even the simplest pieces feel elevated," Kim Kardashian, SKIMS Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer, said in a statement. "Her approach to style is effortless, which made her the perfect person to bring Everyday Cotton to life." Hailey embraced a pared-back, minimalist aesthetic in the striking campaign-style images, showcasing effortless model-off-duty glamour with a refined edge. HAILEY BIEBER LEAVES LITTLE TO IMAGINATION IN SHEER SAINT LAURENT GOWN In one photo, Hailey modeled a pale blush-pink lingerie set consisting of a triangle bra and matching low-rise briefs. For another shot, Hailey wore a black triangle bra featuring ultra-thin straps and a streamlined silhouette, paired with coordinating high-cut bottoms accented by delicate string sides. The monochromatic ensemble created a bold yet understated look, allowing the sharp tailoring and minimalist design to take center stage. Hailey's husband, Justin Bieber, shared the campaign on his own Instagram. The "Never Say Never" singer did not write a caption but added Foreigner's song "Cold As Ice" to the post. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Hailey is the daughter of actor Stephen Baldwin and graphic designer Kennya Baldwin. She signed with IMG Models in 2016 and quickly became a familiar face in campaigns for major fashion brands including Tommy Hilfiger, Guess and Ralph Lauren. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Hailey became a household name after marrying pop superstar Bieber in 2018. The two welcomed their son, Jack, in 2024. While her relationship with Bieber brought intense public attention, Hailey has developed her own identity as a businesswoman after launching her skincare company, Rhode, in 2022. The brand became a beauty-industry phenomenon and was acquired by e.l.f. Beauty in a deal valued at up to $1 billion, with Hailey remaining deeply involved as founder and chief creative officer. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a399db419723856783454cc Microsoft and Chevron plan one of the largest gas-powered data center projects in US te 2026-06-22T20:40:20.440Z Microsoft and Chevron plan one of the largest gas-powered data center projects in US Microsoft inked a 20-year power purchase agreement with Chevron, locking in decades of carbon emissions from a new natural gas power plant. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a399b99197238567834549b Olympian charged in Reflecting Pool vandalism tied to Dem fundraising giant te 2026-06-22T20:31:21.620Z Olympian charged in Reflecting Pool vandalism tied to Dem fundraising giant Records show former Olympic canoeist David Hearn, who was charged in the weekend vandalism of the Reflecting Pool, has ties to a major left-wing fundraising network as protesters descended on the National Mall and racked up multiple criminal charges. Hearn, 67, donated to Democratic fundraising apparatus ActBlue 10 times while also contributing to Barack Obama’s presidential campaigns five times, an administration official told Fox News Digital. Hearn was charged with a misdemeanor for destruction of government property Saturday after he reached into the water and allegedly grabbed a hose being used by a National Park Service worker, Fox News previously reported. The Reflecting Pool was drained and painted under President Donald Trump’s direction, sparking scrutiny over peeling paint and algae growth. ActBlue has funneled billions of dollars to Democratic candidates such as New York democratic socialist Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. The group has also drawn scrutiny for its overseas donations that prompted federal probes into donor fraud. DEM FUNDRAISING GIANT ACTBLUE ROCKED BY ALLEGATIONS IT MISLED CONGRESS ABOUT FOREIGN DONATIONS The three-time summer Olympian and registered Democrat told The Associated Press he is a "curious citizen" and "reached down to see what it felt like." He said it felt "very rubbery." Hearn was previously arrested by U.S. Park Police in 1996 after he ignored an emergency closure of the Potomac River during a severe rainstorm and launched a canoe onto the river despite the restrictions. He was charged with failing to obey a lawful order, but the judge later cleared him of the charges. The $14.8 million restoration project has sparked outrage from Democratic lawmakers and Washington residents who have descended on the National Mall to inspect the pool. Michigan Rep. Debbie Dingell said her constituents are "outraged" by the algae during an appearance on CNN. FORMER OLYMPIAN AMONG THOSE CHARGED WITH VANDALIZING REFLECTING POOL, TRUMP VOWS IMMEDIATE REPAIRS: REPORT An administration official told Fox News Digital that five people have been arrested on vandalism charges, while federal citations were issued to five additional individuals. There have been 14 police reports filed for vandalism, the official added. Among the reports was one involving a suspect accused of using a blade to slash nearly 300 feet of the pool’s liner, an incident President Donald Trump highlighted in a Truth Social post on Saturday. WATCH: TRUMP REVEALS FLASHY NEW COLOR FOR NATIONAL MALL'S REFLECTING POOL MAKEOVER "They took some form of knife or blade, and put a 250-foot-long gash into the beautiful facade of what took so much work, competence, and money to build and complete. They also poured corrosive and destructive chemicals into the Pool," wrote Trump. "The Reflecting Pool was never so beautiful as it was just one week ago, even going back to 1922 when it opened." Trump said Friday that he believes vandals are damaging the grounds surrounding the Reflecting Pool and that chemicals were used to damage the pool's newly installed surface, he wrote on Truth Social. Fox News Digital reached out to NPS for comment. Fox News Digital’s Jackson Thompson and The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a399b861972385678345492 Sports media gatekeepers try to dictate which American fans are allowed to cheer for Team USA at World Cup te 2026-06-22T20:31:02.171Z Sports media gatekeepers try to dictate which American fans are allowed to cheer for Team USA at World Cup The World Cup is here, the United States men's national team has already won its group, and American fans finally have a chance to rally around a team wearing red, white and blue on home soil. So, of course, the liberal media had to make it weird. Could this just be a cool moment for American soccer? Apparently not. Instead, some of the usual suspects in sports media have decided the World Cup is another opportunity to push every preferred narrative: race, identity politics, Trump, MAGA, immigration, American shame, and the idea that there is a right kind of American fan and a wrong kind of American fan. The Guardian gave probably the best example in a Sunday piece about Fox's World Cup coverage and Alexi Lalas, framing Thierry Henry vs. Lalas as "the World Cup's most compelling battle." The headline called Henry a "French aristocrat" and Lalas an "all-American idiot." Subtle, huh? EX-USWNT STAR CARLI LLOYD CALLS OUT ALEXI LALAS CRITICS, SAYS BACKLASH STEMS FROM CONSERVATIVE POLITICAL VIEWS The piece referred to Lalas as a "MAGA hack" and positioned him as the embarrassing, loud, patriotic American ruining the world's game for everyone else. It also claimed soccer in America belongs to "migrants, urban liberals" and people "too scrawny" for other American sports. Additionally, the column compared Lalas to serial killer John Wayne Gacy. There's truly no line these people won't cross when attempting to tear down their "enemies. But buried in all the ad hominem attacks lobbed at Lalas was the broader point the author wanted to make: Soccer belongs to them. Not to you. Not to the guy in a red hat. Not to the Fox viewer. Not to the American fan who calls it soccer, waves the flag and doesn't apologize for loving his country. The Guardian doesn't just dislike Lalas' style. It goes to extreme lengths to show that Lalas represents a kind of American soccer fan the left can't stand: unapologetically American. That can't be allowed. For years, soccer in America has had a strange gatekeeping problem. A certain class of fans and media members wanted the sport to become more popular, but only if the right people liked it in the right way. They wanted growth, but not too much normal American enthusiasm. They wanted packed stadiums, but not too many "USA!" chants. They wanted mainstream relevance, but not Fox, Lalas, Trump voters or anyone who might prefer tailgating to a 4,000-word essay on global football culture. Now the World Cup is here, and the USMNT is giving the entire country a reason to care with its performance on the field. Sorry, gatekeepers, I mean "pitch." THIS IS THE USA'S ROADMAP TO WINNING THE WORLD CUP NOW THAT THEY'VE MADE THE KNOCKOUT ROUND That should be the entire story. But the liberal media can't help itself. The Athletic elected to push the racial narrative in a social media post. "Half of the U.S. men's national team is Black," the outlet wrote on X. "After decades of overwhelmingly White teams, the makeup of this team is powerful." The media's immediate instinct was to turn the United States men's national team into a racial talking point. The team isn't just made up of Americans. Each player has to be further divided into categories based on immutable characteristics like race. Translation: this is the acceptable America. This is the America the liberal media wants to celebrate. The U.S. men's hockey team that won gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics wasn't a liberal media darling like this USMNT group. They dared to party with FBI Director Kash Patel after winning gold and took a call from President Donald Trump. The audacity! The Athletic, which is owned by the New York Times, also published a Jerry Brewer column before the tournament even started. "Welcome to America, the problematic host of the World Cup" was the headline. Subtle, huh? Brewer argued that the tournament had arrived in a country fighting over "who belongs here." Brewer and his colleagues at The Athletic believe "good America" is the one that agrees with their worldview. The "bad America" is the one that voted for Donald Trump, supports law enforcement and doesn't feel the need to apologize for chanting "USA!" The Athletic wasn't alone. USA Today ran a pre-tournament column with the headline, "United States has already lost World Cup with its greed and hostility." I'll give the liberals credit, they're finally saying the quiet part out loud. They simply hate the United States. Or, at least, most everything it stands for. When the liberal media likes the American story, it's diverse, organic, immigrant-driven and culturally sophisticated. When the media doesn't like the American story, it's jingoistic, MAGA, and embarrassing. Need more examples? Glad you asked, because there is no shortage of them. The Atlantic ran a piece headlined, "The Feel-Good Story of the World Cup Is Too Good to Be True," about foreign fans going viral for loving American things like Taco Bell, Waffle House, Buc-ee's, ranch dressing and Texas Roadhouse. Americans saw the videos and posts and most had the appropriate reaction: this is awesome. Foreigners are visiting the United States, having fun, finding joy in the ridiculousness of American abundance and telling the internet about it. It's funny, harmless and, yes, a little patriotic. Naturally, The Atlantic had to step in and explain that the whole thing might be less authentic than people think. Because God forbid the world see all the greatness that the United States has to offer or Americans get a reminder of how lucky they are to live in the greatest nation in the world. This is where the modern media brain breaks. They can't simply process American joy as American joy. There has to be a reason to make sure nobody starts feeling too good about the country. Conservatives are often accused of being divisive, hateful and exclusionary. But when the United States is playing, conservatives generally do something very simple: they root for the United States. They don't need every athlete to agree with them politically. They don't need every player to vote Republican. They don't need Christian Pulisic, Tyler Adams, Weston McKennie, Folarin Balogun, Tim Weah, Chris Richards or anyone else to pass an ideological purity test. They're Americans. They're wearing the colors and the crest. They're standing for the anthem. That's more than enough. The same was true at the Olympics. There were plenty of American athletes in Milano Cortina who made political comments that conservatives didn't like. Some criticized the country. Some criticized the Trump administration. Some seemed to suggest they represented only the version of America that aligned with their moral values. And yet, most conservatives still rooted for Team USA. Why? Because they were Team USA. Then the U.S. men's hockey team beat Canada for Olympic gold, accepted a locker-room call from President Donald Trump and celebrated with FBI Director Kash Patel, and the left-wing media had a meltdown. Megan Rapinoe complained that the team had allowed itself to be "co-opted." Tage Thompson caught heat for wearing a MAGA hat at the White House, then responded about as reasonably as possible, saying he's proud to be an American and that everyone is entitled to their own beliefs. That should have ended the "controversy." It didn't, because the "controversy" was never really about hockey. It was about who is allowed to represent America. When an American athlete criticizes the country from the left, the media calls it brave, nuanced and thoughtful. When an American athlete celebrates with a Republican president after winning a gold medal, suddenly the media says politics don't belong in sports. Convenient, right? The same thing is happening with the World Cup. The USMNT is not just a team to these people. It's another battlefield in the culture war. The liberal sports media wants the team to represent a very specific America: diverse, urban, progressive, anti-MAGA, globally approved and properly embarrassed by certain forms of patriotism. But that's not how national teams work. The USMNT represents the United States. All of it. It represents Black Americans, White Americans, Latino Americans, immigrant families, rural fans, urban fans, liberals, conservatives, independents, soccer obsessives, casual World Cup fans, people who call it football, people who call it soccer and people who still don't fully understand all the rules but know they want the U.S. to win. That's the beauty of international competition. It strips away the nonsense, or at least it's supposed to. For 90 minutes, the entire country should come together to root for the team that represents us all. But the liberal media keeps trying to turn something simple into something complicated. They want to root for America, but only their America. They want to celebrate the USMNT, but only through the approved identity-politics lens. They want to enjoy the World Cup, but only after reminding everyone that Trump exists, MAGA voters exist, ICE exists, Fox News exists and some Americans have the nerve to chant for their own country without shame. What a miserable way to watch sports. And, honestly, what a miserable way to go through life. The World Cup should be a celebration. It should be loud, emotional, patriotic and fun. It should include flags, face paint, chants, irrational hope and millions of Americans pretending for a month that they understand the importance of a 4-2-3-1 formation. That's sports. That's America. But the media can't just let it breathe. It has to sort people into groups. It has to decide which fans are authentic and which fans are embarrassing. It has to declare which version of America is worth cheering for and which version should be hidden. Here's the problem: the country doesn't belong to them. Neither does soccer or the USMNT. The team wearing red, white and blue belongs to every American who wants to cheer for it. Even the ones they don't like. If that bothers The Guardian, The Athletic, The Atlantic, USA Today, the New York Times or any other outlet trying to turn the World Cup into another identity-politics lecture, maybe they're the ones with the problem. The rest of us just want to root for our national team and be proud of our country. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a399b5c1972385678345462 Free & discounted food available at these Tucson schools, food banks & mobile sites te 2026-06-22T20:30:20.699Z Free & discounted food available at these Tucson schools, food banks & mobile sites Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39992f1972385678345418 Legacy media ignores massive Anthony Fauci document release alleging he misled Congress on COVID origins te 2026-06-22T20:21:03.034Z Legacy media ignores massive Anthony Fauci document release alleging he misled Congress on COVID origins There's no doubt that the media played an inordinate role in allowing COVID-19 mandates and restrictions to start, expand, and continue well beyond any reasonable justification. Whatever their motivation, ideological, personal panic, or a desire to capitalize on widespread fear, major media outlets almost immediately abandoned any pretense of journalism. Instead of holding powerful figures to account, asking tough questions, and treating experts with skepticism, they treated most authorities with reverence and deference. Nobody exemplified that special treatment more than Anthony Fauci. Fauci, likely as a result of being viewed as the voice of Science, with a capital s, and opposition to President Donald Trump, was almost immediately given the blanket of media protection. Whatever he said was viewed as absolute truth, even when what he said was contradictory, hypocritical, or obviously false. Largely because most major media figures viewed their job during the early stages of the pandemic as promoting the "experts" and mindlessly repeating their mantras. "Wear a mask." "Stay home, save lives." "Six feet of social distancing." "I've tested positive for COVID-19, and I'm grateful to be vaccinated." "It's proven that the virus came from the wet market, yet skeptics continue to spread racist conspiracy theories about the Wuhan Institute of Virology." GABBARD SPOTLIGHTS FAUCI, COVID-ORIGIN QUESTIONS IN FINAL ACT AS INTELLIGENCE CHIEF AMID SUCCESSION FIGHT But a massive trove of newly declassified documents from outgoing Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard reveals that Fauci's public statements were often directly opposed to private information. So why isn't the media outraged about it? The documents contain a complete and thorough collection of documents on Fauci, and the scientific community's, involvement in the original discussions around the origins of COVID. There's a tremendous amount of detail over hundreds of pages of declassified emails, internal discussions, testimony, reports, and investigations. Some of the highlights include the circular reporting system Fauci helped create. As one example, the former head of the National Institute for Allergy and Infectious Diseases served as a behind-the-scenes advisor to the Intelligence Community (IC) during their investigation into the origins of the pandemic, while also working to guide policy decisions from politicians. Gabbard's documents include testimony from a whistleblower that the IC had assessed multiple times that a lab leak was the most likely origin for the pandemic. But Fauci's work essentially guaranteed that those assessments did not define the public conversation. How? By providing hand-picked lists of experts and virologists that he knew would back up the natural origin hypothesis. So while internal assessments came to one conclusion, Fauci's advocacy ensured that the public-facing message had a different conclusion. When the IC gave a closed door briefing to the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI) in September 2021, they refused to give representatives the names of experts who were consulted during the Biden administration's 90-day assessment on the viruses origins. Republicans on the committee were furious, with open questions as to why they were refusing to name sources that weren't "clandestine" or "spies." The answer? Because they knew it would lead back to Anthony Fauci. Fauci, meanwhile, downplayed his involvement with the IC regarding COVID. In 2024 testimony, he said he was "briefed" about the virus by certain agencies, but denied having spoken to them about viral research, adding, his contributions had been, "not to my knowledge about COVID." RAND PAUL BRINGS CIA WHISTLEBLOWER TO SENATE HEARING ALLEGING 'DEEP STATE' COVID-19 CONSPIRACY The declassified communications reportedly contradict this directly, showing he maintained regular contact with intelligence officials, led private teleconferences with the FBI and ODNI as early as February 2020, and provided specific guidance for the IC's 90-day review into the virus's origins in June 2021. Allegedly, then, Fauci misled Congress and the American people by denying that he put his political weight into influencing the IC's assessments in favor of a natural origin. Seems important. Fauci is also accused in the documents of promoting "disinformation and censorship," hiding his and NIH's involvement in funding gain-of-function research. Gabbard released documents from as early as May 2020 showing that subject matter experts did, in fact, believe that a lab leak was possibly responsible, if not likely responsible. But that those scientists then faced career consequences as a result. Her press release describes several examples: To sum up then, the accusations in these documents amount to claims that Fauci personally hand selected scientists to steer the IC away from a lab leak and toward a natural origin. Those IC assessments were then used as evidence by the media to diminish the possibility of a lab leak. And then misled Congress about it, in order to avoid scrutiny and concern over NIH's funding. That's the cycle of self-dealing. So why isn't the media furious? Virtually every major legacy media outlet has ignored this new release, ignored the findings in it, and ignored what it says about Fauci's other policy recommendations and public statements. Well, there's an obvious answer: because it makes them look bad. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! These organizations claim to be bastions of journalism, Defenders of Democracy, and heroes in the fight for truth in government. Yet there's no investigation, no follow up, no acknowledgement that they were used to spread this "disinformation and censorship." Fauci was essentially handed unlimited power by the media, and politicians and organizations who listened were heavily influenced as a result. Had the truth been more openly discussed, that a lab leak was the most likely source of the virus, treatment of China's supposed lockdown "success" may have been entirely different. For example, other countries may not have followed their example in 2020, correctly assessing that the Chinese government may have been more interested in suppressing their country's role in creating the virus and allowing it to spread. Had his alleged dishonesty been more widely discussed, his other policy proposals would have been open to criticism and skepticism. The damage he caused with mask mandates, vaccine passports, school closures, and business restrictions may have been avoided or lessened. Instead, he was treated as an infallible saint. Quite literally worshipped by some extreme members of society. Still, today, there are those who wear masks or force their children to, because of what Fauci said. This release should end the public perception of him as some unbiased source of truth. But it won't, because the media won't cover it. That's the real legacy of COVID; those most responsible for the immeasurable harm refusing to take accountability for it. And the self-dealing cycle continues, just like it did with Fauci. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39990419723856783453d4 AI chipmaker Groq confirms $650M raise, re-staffs after Nvidia’s $20B not-acqui-hire deal te 2026-06-22T20:20:20.542Z AI chipmaker Groq confirms $650M raise, re-staffs after Nvidia’s $20B not-acqui-hire deal What does an AI company do after one of those not-acqui-hire deals? Groq raised money, is leaning into its neocloud business, and hiring new execs. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39971119723856783453ac Kenny Chesney tells Bill Maher the key reason he refuses to tell his listeners how to vote te 2026-06-22T20:12:01.961Z Kenny Chesney tells Bill Maher the key reason he refuses to tell his listeners how to vote Country music superstar Kenny Chesney spoke to Bill Maher on Monday about why he personally rejects the idea that celebrities should tell people who to vote for. On talk show host Bill Maher’s "Club Random" podcast, Chesney asked the host whether he is a fan of rock star Bruce Springsteen, who, like Maher, is from New Jersey. Maher confirmed that he is a fan of his, but then appeared to regret that he immediately began to think of Springsteen in a political context. Springsteen is one of the most outspoken liberal celebrities in recent years, to the point he faced blowback for alienating some of his own fans and has led an anti-Trump "No Kings" tour. KEVIN JAMES ACCUSED OF BEING MAGA AFTER PUNTING POLITICAL QUESTIONS, SAYS HE FOCUSES ON FUN "I just refuse to do it. I was very thankful when I came on your show in November that you knew I didn't want to talk about that," Chesney said. Maher noted that he, like his show, is multi-dimensional in that he likes talking about different subjects with different people, and that California Gov. Gavin Newsom, as a presidential contender, is a person he might talk more specifically about political matters with. "I've just never felt like it was my place," Chesney said of talking about politics publicly. "It's not always everybody's place," Maher agreed. "You're right." As a celebrity, Chesney noted, "There's a certain ego, I think, that lives in there and a certain box inside your head and your soul that you have to check, for some reason, to think that you can make a difference." BILL MAHER SAYS DEMS NEED TO TELL CELEBRITIES TO 'SHUT THE F--- UP,' HOLLYWOOD IS HOLDING PARTY BACK Maher agreed that celebrities have to keep that in check, mocking the mentality of, ’You can make a difference by speaking out,'" "I think they've actually studied this, when celebrities talk I think it has the opposite effect," he argued. "I agree," Chesney replied. He later added, "I've never saw it to be my place to use my stage or platform, no matter where I'm playing, to tell people how to think or how to vote. Like they hear that. They get that everywhere else. Everywhere on every device. Every network. They're there as an escape from all that stuff." Maher had initially hyped that musician Taylor Swift could "save democracy" with her endorsement in the 2024 election, but after former Vice President Kamala Harris’ defeat, he has become a critic of celebrities' political rhetoric, describing it as counterproductive. During an interview with John Mellencamp in February, Maher noted, "The Democrats, I mean — for people who didn't see it — the point of it was, you’ve got to cut your celebrities loose. You think they're helping, and they're actually hurting, because people don't see celebrities in any way like they can relate to their life, and they can't in any way." "The other funny thing is that, you know, most people, you know… We don't know anything. You know, we don't know s---," Mellencamp said. "We don't know s--- what's really going on. We don't know, you know, and it's always been that way ever since I can remember." CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3996fe19723856783453a3 Boy, 12, killed after suspect opened fire during brawl near theater district, police say te 2026-06-22T20:11:42.486Z Boy, 12, killed after suspect opened fire during brawl near theater district, police say A 12-year-old boy was killed when a suspect opened fire during a "brawl" that happened in Nashville's theater district on Sunday night. Damarion Morehead was shot in the head when a fight involving "six to seven" people broke out at the intersection of Representative John Lewis Way and Deaderick Street, which is right next to the Tennessee Performing Arts Center. Morehead was later pronounced dead at the hospital. The Metro Nashville Police Department arrested 24-year-old Devin Orr, who is the suspected shooter. Investigators were able to examine video from the incident. CLICK HERE FOR MORE US NEWS In a statement, the Metro Nashville Police Department said, "During the brawl, Orr reached into his waistband to retrieve a handgun. At this point, persons involved in the fight began to run away. Shots were fired and Morehead fell to the ground." The brawl started over a female, police say. When detectives questioned Orr, he allegedly admitted to putting a handgun inside a sewer; it was later recovered by investigators. Davidson County court records say Orr is due in court on Wednesday; an attorney for the suspect has not yet been listed. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3996d5197238567834538e Senate pulls the plug on Pinal rebate plan, leaves millions of illegal tax revenue in limbo te 2026-06-22T20:11:01.015Z Senate pulls the plug on Pinal rebate plan, leaves millions of illegal tax revenue in limbo Key Points: Pinal County residents won’t receive $300 check for illegally collected taxes Plan to issue rebates stalled in the Senate before lawmakers adjourned Lawmakers may revisit the issue next year to decide on rebates or projects A plan to issue $300 rebates on illegally collected sales taxes in Pinal County never received a final vote in the Senate before lawmakers adjourned for the session earlier this month — but the issue isn’t over. Unable to agree on what to do with the $45 million to $50 million available, lawmakers tucked a provision into the new state budget to keep the money parked for now. Next year’s Legislature will have to decide whether to pay out rebates or steer the dollars into specific Pinal County road projects.  Without that budget provision, the money could have been swept into the state’s general fund — leaving Pinal residents with nothing. This all goes back to 2017, when Pinal County voters approved Propositions 416 and 417. The first was a regional transportation plan; the second was a sales tax to pay for it. Voters approved both. But there was a legal challenge to the half-cent sales tax. As it stood, the proposition only taxed the first $10,000 of anything purchased, with no additional levy for anything above that. That prompted the Arizona Supreme Court to void the tax in 2022, calling it an illegal two-tiered system. Under normal circumstances, that decision would require a refund of the more than $80 million collected. But legally, this isn’t a normal sales tax.  Arizona does not have a “sales tax” which is paid by the buyer. Instead, it has a “transaction privilege tax,” legally imposed on the merchant. Because the tax is technically owed and remitted by businesses, the state offered refunds only to the merchants that paid it between April 2018 and March 2022, not to the customers who ultimately covered the cost at the register. The state gave affected businesses until April 9, 2026, to seek refunds from the Department of Revenue. That deadline has now passed, and many never sought their share. That has left an estimated $45 million to $50 million unrefunded and sitting in the state treasury.  In seeking to prevent the money from going to the state, Martinez, a Casa Grande Republican, crafted a bill to divide it up among 12 Pinal County road projects. That, she said, is the fairest resolution, ensuring that the money is used for the purposes intended by voters. But Rep. Justin Olson, who chairs the House Ways and Means Committee — where Martinez’ bill was assigned for a hearing — said that was unacceptable. “That creates a moral hazard if you give a benefit to a government for having collected an unconstitutional tax,” said the Mesa Republican. So Olson took her bill and recrafted it to instead say that anyone whose primary residence was in Pinal County in 2018 through 2024, and who files an income tax return in 2026, would be entitled to get a $300 check. And if the taxpayer is dead, the money would go to a surviving spouse or the estate. Olson rejected the idea that using the money for road projects in Pinal County — what Martinez proposed — would fulfill the intent of the voters who approved the levy. “Well, a lot of voters voted against it,” he said. “And those voters should be protected.” That’s true. While Proposition 416 was approved by a 57-43 margin, the actual half-cent levy that the court voided — Proposition 417 — earned just 51% of the vote. Essentially, Olson said, it comes down to the court’s decision that the tax was unconstitutional. “That’s got to mean something,” he said, meaning it should be refunded, even if it meant the county would not get the road-construction dollars. “That’s essentially the same as being convicted for robbing a bank and the court slapping you on the wrist and saying, ‘Have fun and don’t spend it all in one place,’ ” he said. “You don’t get to keep the proceeds of ill-gotten gains.” Olson did manage to get his $300 rebate through the House on a unanimous vote. But it stalled in the Senate. While she didn’t favor the Olson approach of rebates, Martinez said the decision to simply bank it for the time being makes more sense than having it become part of the money that could get used for other purposes. “At least it ain’t going to unclaimed property,” she said. “At least I bought us one more year.” And it also gives them another chance to fight about it: Both are running for reelection. The post Senate pulls the plug on Pinal rebate plan, leaves millions of illegal tax revenue in limbo first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3996c11972385678345377 Will New York Swing Further to the Left? Here’s a Preview of Tuesday’s Primaries. te 2026-06-22T20:10:41.046Z Will New York Swing Further to the Left? Here’s a Preview of Tuesday’s Primaries. The city’s high-drama, high-spending primaries will offer clues of progressive momentum and Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s influence. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3996ac1972385678345351 Nvidia wants to cut data center water use, but that’s not the same as fixing AI’s water problem te 2026-06-22T20:10:20.572Z Nvidia wants to cut data center water use, but that’s not the same as fixing AI’s water problem Nvidia announced a new cooling system that cuts water use inside the data center. But it does nothing to address AI's biggest water use — fossil fuel power plants. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39947e197238567834532d Obama-era inspection flaws in Iran could persist as experts warn of nuclear blind spots te 2026-06-22T20:01:02.365Z Obama-era inspection flaws in Iran could persist as experts warn of nuclear blind spots Iran has agreed to let nuclear inspectors back into the country, Vice President JD Vance said Monday, as nuclear experts warned President Donald Trump’s new Tehran framework will only work if inspectors get the kind of unfettered access they say was missing from the Obama-era Iran deal. The news, which Vance described as "a major milestone," comes as Trump’s new Iran framework drew warnings from nuclear experts who told Fox News Digital the deal could leave Tehran too much control over its uranium stockpile unless inspectors first locate, secure and verify the material. The IAEA has not been able to resume full in-field verification of Iran’s declared nuclear program since last year’s strikes, apart from a June inspection at a single Iranian nuclear power plant. The verification gap concern centers on language in the reported U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding (MOU) saying the two sides will resolve the fate of Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile through a still-to-be-negotiated process. The MOU identifies onsite "downblending," which means diluting enriched uranium so it is less usable for a nuclear weapon, under International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) supervision as the minimum acceptable method for dealing with the material. The MOU does not explicitly say Iran will retain a civilian nuclear program, but it says the two sides will discuss enrichment and other matters related to Iran’s "nuclear needs" in a final deal. "Unfettered verification is everything," Chuck DeVore, Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, told Fox News Digital. "There can be no denial for teams to inspect on the ground. Remote, technological means can achieve a lot, but nothing beats in-person inspections." TRUMP NUCLEAR TALKS FACE DEFINING QUESTION: WHAT HAPPENS TO IRAN’S URANIUM STOCKPILE? IAEA supervision would only be meaningful if inspectors first regain enough access to fully account for Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile and ensure Tehran does not retain unchecked control of the material, experts warned Fox News Digital. Meanwhile, a recent IAEA report released this month underscored the agency’s limited visibility into Iran’s declared nuclear program after last year’s military strikes, saying that aside from a single inspection at an Iranian nuclear power plant, the agency "has not received information from Iran" about the status of its other declared nuclear facilities or associated nuclear material. "Nor has the Agency had access" to those sites for in-field verification, the report noted. A senior administration official told Fox News Digital on background that the MOU required Iran’s regime to reaffirm that it will not procure or develop nuclear weapons, calling that a critical first step under Iran’s new Supreme Leader. The official said the U.S. has reached understandings with Iran when it comes to its uranium stockpile, and the new deal is the first step of turning these understandings into real results, which include progress on enriched uranium stockpiles, dismantlement of nuclear sites, an enrichment ban and inspection access. The official added that the U.S. has already had productive discussions with Iran on those issues and, now that the MOU is formally in place, negotiators will work to make quick progress. US-IRAN TALKS POSTPONED IN SWITZERLAND AMID ISRAEL-HEZBOLLAH TENSIONS; HORMUZ REMAINS A KEY ISSUE The official also referred Fox News Digital to comments Vice President JD Vance made Thursday, when he said the deal’s benefits depend on Iran following through on its promises. "They have promised not to enrich. They have promised that they would allow inspectors in to destroy that highly enriched stockpile. And then, of course, it's not usable anymore. You take it somewhere else," Vance said. "They promised a number of things, and that's why the deal contemplates a number of benefits if they do those things. But it doesn't do anything if they don't actually meet those promises." "The Iranians have agreed to invite IAEA inspectors back into their country. That is a major milestone for the American people, and the first step in permanently denuclearize, easing or permanently ending a nuclear weapons program in Iran," Vance added Monday after negotiations in Switzerland resumed. "And that's exactly what we wanted to do. That's exactly what we asked to happen." The Vice President said that the technical negotiations will continue over the next weeks and days, even in his absence. He said a framework for "proper political oversight" of these negotiations has been established as well. Vance simultaneously highlighted that "a lot of great progress on other nuclear talks" has already been made in the early days.  Andrea Stricker, deputy director of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies’ Nonproliferation Program, told Fox News Digital that any credible agreement must begin with recovering and safeguarding Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile, and not allowing Tehran to keep control of the material while it is diluted inside the country. "Without verifiably dismantling and destroying all of Iran's fundamental nuclear capabilities — nuclear material, facilities, centrifuges, manufacturing capabilities, equipment, documentation, and weaponization capacities, and ensuring scientists are redirected to civilian work — Iran's pledge on paper is meaningless," she told Fox News Digital, noting that Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile could, if recovered and further enriched, provide enough weapons-grade material for roughly 22 nuclear weapons. HOW DOES TRUMP SOLVE KEY 'NUCLEAR DUST' HANG-UP IN NEGOTIATIONS TO END IRAN WAR? DeVore was more cautious about assigning a single number to Iran’s potential weapons capacity, saying the estimate depends heavily on the sophistication of the weapon design. He said the same stockpile could translate into fewer basic weapons or be stretched further by a more advanced nuclear program. He said onsite downblending, if properly verified, would be aimed at making Iran’s roughly 1,000 pounds of 60% enriched uranium unavailable for further enrichment. DeVore cautioned that the material would still need additional processing to be turned into weapons-grade uranium and said he does not believe Tehran can currently do that because key facilities were destroyed in last year’s strikes. Asked what would be needed to make any Iran deal enforceable, DeVore told Fox News Digital the U.S. must avoid repeating what he described as a key weakness of the Obama-era nuclear deal: allowing Tehran to restrict access or keep certain sites off limits. He said the "ultimate question" is onsite verification, warning that Washington cannot allow itself to be pushed into "an agreement for agreement’s sake." TOP SENATE REPUBLICAN RIPS INTO TRUMP'S IRAN DEAL, SAYS $300B MAKES OBAMA DEAL LOOK LIKE 'A PITTANCE' DeVore also said the Obama-era JCPOA gave inspectors too much notice and too little freedom to inspect suspicious locations as well, arguing that any new deal must avoid a system where Iran can delay, limit or steer inspections before the IAEA gets on the ground. DeVore told Fox News Digital that his concern is informed by his experience as a young special assistant for foreign affairs in the Reagan administration, when he worked on verification issues surrounding Cold War-era nuclear agreements with the Soviet Union, including the Peaceful Nuclear Explosions Treaty and the Threshold Test Ban Treaty. In those negotiations, DeVore said, the danger was that the minimum level of verification sought by defense and intelligence officials could become the starting point for diplomats, meaning the final deal could end up below what experts believed was necessary. "Once you say, ‘This is the minimum we need,’ then that becomes the starting point, so anything agreed to is less than that," DeVore said. "That’s what I fear." Fox News Digital reached out to the IAEA asking whether the agency can currently account for Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile and whether it has any comment on the verification questions raised by the reported framework but did not hear back. The agency did not release any statement after Vance said they would be allowed access to Iran in time for publication. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39945419723856783452fa Tucson violent crime spikes as temperatures rise, data shows te 2026-06-22T20:00:20.369Z Tucson violent crime spikes as temperatures rise, data shows When temperatures climb past 110°F in Tucson, the heat does more than make people sweat. Researchers say it also makes them angrier, and local crime and death records back that up. Seasonal depression, also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder, typically peaks in winter, but a less common form emerges in spring and summer, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. The study also found that summer-pattern SAD can bring additional symptoms including trouble sleeping, poor appetite and weight loss, restlessness and agitation, and anxiety and violent or aggressive behavior. One expert said the link between heat and violent crime comes down to basic physiology. "There are hypotheses grounded in physiology (predicting that) heat makes us irritable and it reduces sleep," said Brian Mayer, a professor in the University of Arizona's School of Sociology. "As warmer temperatures reduce our body's ability to rest and be calm, scientists hypothesize that it might also make us more aggressive." Not everyone responds to heat the same way. Some people seek it out for swimming, tanning and outdoor sports, while others struggle with its effects. Tucson Spotlight is free for every reader because donors make it possible. Join them. But Mayer said the connection goes beyond individual physiology. "There are other factors beyond just individuals and our impulse control, or lack thereof. Warmer temperatures drive us to be outside more and in different patterns," Mayer said. "Here in Tucson, we want to be outside in the early and late hours when there's less light, creating greater opportunity for violent interactions. That thinking is a little outdated today, but events like 1977's 'Summer of Sam' tell that story well." The summer of 1977 in New York City became a byword for urban unraveling. Serial killer David Berkowitz terrorized the city while it contended with abandoned buildings, waves of arson, a 25-hour blackout in which 3,000 people were arrested, and a blistering heat wave that only increased the tension as Berkowitz's attacks on couples in parked cars and on sidewalks pushed public fear toward panic. Berkowitz killed six people and wounded eleven others over more than a year, but it was that sweltering summer, the one that gave the era its name, that Mayer says illustrates his point: heat doesn't cause violence so much as it raises the temperature on everything else that already does. Mayer said the pattern goes deeper than just who's outside and when. Gun violence follows a seasonal pattern, with June, July and August consistently recording the highest number of mass shootings over the past decade, according to the Gun Violence Archive, as reported by the Associated Press. The Fourth of July ranks among the deadliest days of the year, while December through March see the lowest totals. The pattern held across two consecutive years of Tucson Police Department data. In 2024, TPD recorded 12.1% more violent crime incidents during the five hottest months of the year than the five coolest, with robbery up 40.7% and aggravated assault up 20.7%. In 2025, the overall gap widened to 18%, with aggravated assault jumping 28.6%, robbery 31.5% and sexual assault 30.6%. In both years, homicide was the lone exception, with slightly more incidents recorded in cooler months than hot ones. The heat's toll shows up in the morgue, too. The Pima County Office of the Medical Examiner recorded 117 heat-related deaths in 2025, a 9% increase from the prior year, at a rate of 10.7 per 100,000 residents.  The deaths clustered in the hottest stretch of the year: July and August alone accounted for nearly two-thirds of all heat-related fatalities, with 37 and 38 deaths respectively, and the deadliest single week was June 29 through July 5, when 13 people died. Notably, only 24% of those deaths were caused directly by environmental heat exposure.  The majority involved heat as a contributing factor, amplifying underlying conditions like chronic illness or drug use, which accounted for 32% of heat-related deaths on its own. "I think it's important to consider the interaction between pre-existing structural vulnerabilities that make some spaces more likely to experience increases in heat and the effects heat has on everyone's bodies," Mayer said. Christy Russell is a journalism major at the University of Arizona and Tucson Spotlight intern. Contact her at crussell68@arizona.edu. Tucson Spotlight is a community-based newsroom that provides paid opportunities for students and rising journalists in Southern Arizona. Please consider supporting our work with a tax-deductible donation. Donate to Tucson Spotlight Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39922719723856783452ca Influencer wife of World Cup goalkeeper goes on the offense by going after Tim Howard te 2026-06-22T19:51:03.374Z Influencer wife of World Cup goalkeeper goes on the offense by going after Tim Howard I expected fans of teams to go viral during the World Cup. I could have even envisioned a scenario where a former mayor is issuing a statement about her boobs following a viral celebration, as has played out. What I didn’t see coming was the influencer wife of a goalkeeper going on the offense against a USMNT legend after her husband didn’t give up a goal in a scoreless tie. And here I was foolishly thinking ties make soccer boring. Not on Zorana Room’s watch. The Serbian influencer, formerly Zorana Jovanović before tying the knot earlier this year, was keeping track of the haters of her Curacao goalkeeper husband Eloy Room. On the top of her list is Tim Howard. The former USMNT goalkeeper claimed that Curacao would get "smoked" in the expanded 2026 World Cup by giving up more than 20 goals, reports the Daily Mail. After losing in the opening game 7-1, Room stepped up and didn’t allow a single goal against Ecuador. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Room had a big game with more than a dozen saves; his wife, his wife pulled out the list of haters and went on the attack. She responded to an article claiming that she hated Howard by saying, "Not a single lie in this article." Zorana then added, "Also with all due respect to Mr. Howard I will defend my husband, his team and their right to be there with my life. Because they deserved it unlike him in 2018. And they lost from a small Caribbean island. So no, he can't say anything about Curacao." Who knew there was so much drama packed into a 0-0 tie? I'll admit, I had no idea. A couple of goalkeepers, some disrespect and an influencer wife who is ready to put her life on the line. That's romance right there. The World Cup might not matter at all to me beyond the viral moments, but it clearly does to plenty of others. I'm not beyond admitting that. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39921319723856783452c1 Tim Walz’s jab at Trump over Reflecting Pool draws fraud scandal backlash: 'Sit this one out' te 2026-06-22T19:50:43.929Z Tim Walz’s jab at Trump over Reflecting Pool draws fraud scandal backlash: 'Sit this one out' Minnesota Democratic Gov. Tim Walz’s viral jab at President Donald Trump over the troubled Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool cleanup drew swift blowback from critics online, who pointed to the massive fraud scandal that unfolded in Minnesota under Walz’s watch. "Found an imaginary problem, said only they could fix it, didn’t listen to experts, hired buddies who grifted millions, failed miserably, bragged how great it went," Walz wrote on Friday in a post on X with over 3.5 million views. "The entire Trump presidency in a nutshell." Walz was reacting to a news report about the issues the Trump administration has had cleaning up the historic reflecting pool next to the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., which has recently become fodder for Democrats in response to peeling paint and algae growth just weeks after a $14.8 million restoration project was completed.  Walz’s post, which was received well by some of his supporters, was widely criticized by conservatives, who suggested that Walz’s inability to stop the scammers involved in the massive fraud scandal that unfolded under his watch makes his opinion on the Reflecting Pool less convincing. TIM WALZ FIRES BACK AT TRUMP ACCUSATION OF 'INCOMPETENCE,' DODGES ON RESPONSIBILITY FOR FRAUD IN MINNESOTA "I'm sorry, TIM WALZ is accusing someone else of enabling grifting?" journalist Mark Hemingway posted on X. "From the dude who gave us all those ‘Learing Centers,’" Fox Business senior correspondent Charles Gasparino posted on X. "Tim Walz: Are you describing yourself?" Minnesota Staff Fraud Reporting Commentary, an account representing more than 480 Minnesota state staff members who have sounded the alarm on fraud in the state, posted on X. WALZ APPROVAL RATING CRATERS TO LOWEST LEVEL EVER AND TRAILS TRUMP AMID MASSIVE FRAUD SCANDAL: 'TIRED OF IT' "Ya might want to sit this one out…," Sal Nuzzo, executive director of Consumers Defense, posted on X. "Actually, the problems were very real: 9% inflation, an open border with 20M+ illegal crossings, fentanyl killing 100K Americans a year, factories shipped overseas, energy dependence, and cities that couldn't keep the lights on," former Trump White House spokesman Harrison Fields posted on X. "Voters didn't imagine those — they lived them. That's why you're a retiring governor and failed VP nominee." Conservative influencer account Gunther Eagleman accused Walz of presiding over Minnesota’s fraud scandal, posting on X, "Says the biggest fraudster in Minnesota." "Crazy, you found an imaginary war record," Republican Rep. Derrick Van Orden posted on X in response to questions about Walz’s recollection of his military service while running for vice president in 2024. Fox News Digital reached out to Walz's office for comment. "Of the MANY Statues and Fountains that we rebuilt, renovated, cleaned, and fixed, the only one that was Vandalized was the Reflecting Pool, which is being taken care of, ASAP!"  Trump posted on Truth Social on Monday after alleging vandalism at the Reflecting Pool, where law enforcement activity and cleanup efforts have drawn national attention. "It has been given a 300 foot long gash, chemicals have been illegally placed in the water, and the beautiful new grass field has been destroyed with a gigantic 86 47 chemically carved into it (Probably inspired by Dirty Cop, James Comey!). Please remember that there is a 10 year prison sentence for the destruction, or even the attempted destruction, of such things - Which will be fully enforced! Thank you for your attention to this matter. President DJT." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39900d197238567834524b Sixth suspect charged in alleged plot to turn White House UFC event into mass-casualty attack te 2026-06-22T19:42:05.352Z Sixth suspect charged in alleged plot to turn White House UFC event into mass-casualty attack The FBI has publicly identified an additional suspect in the alleged plot targeting the UFC Freedom 250 event in Washington, D.C., after court documents were unsealed Monday in the Western District of Missouri. The newly unsealed criminal complaint names Missouri defendant Jordan W. Rincker as an alleged member of the conspiracy, bringing the total number of publicly identified defendants to six. Five suspects were charged mid-June in connection with the alleged plot. The alleged plan involved using explosive-laden drones to hit buildings near the event, force a mass evacuation and steer crowds toward a prestaged sniper team, FBI officials said. A "second wave" was then allegedly planned to storm the White House gate, according to FBI officials. 5 CHILLING DETAILS FROM THE ALLEGED WHITE HOUSE ATTACK PLOT TIED TO UFC EVENT Prosecutors said the plotters met around March through a TikTok community known as "Vanguard of the Old" where participants shared workout videos and tactical content before moving to encrypted Signal chats. According to the newly unsealed complaint, members of the conspiracy allegedly agreed to commit murder on the White House grounds and surrounding area during the UFC Freedom 250 event. The complaint alleges the conspiracy operated from approximately March through June 21. Federal investigators allege members acquired firearms, ammunition, ballistic gear and other tactical equipment in preparation for the attack.  The complaint claims Tycen Proper allegedly acquired several boxes of ammunition, plate carriers, rifles and tactical clothing, while Daniel Eskridge allegedly obtained multiple firearms, a helmet and a ballistic vest. 'SOMETHING BIG': FEDS REVEAL HOW RELATIVES OF SUSPECTS IN FOILED WHITE HOUSE UFC PLOT SAW WARNING SIGNS The newly unsealed filing also says that Eskridge allegedly shared a photograph of tactical equipment, including a rifle, helmet and ballistic vest, with co-conspirators on the encrypted messaging platform SimpleX in May. Prosecutors allege Rincker played a logistical role in the conspiracy.  He allegedly accepted a $1,200 cash payment from co-defendant Abraham Hermosillo Alvarez, allegedly sent Bryan Omar Roa $100 to help fund Roa's drive from California to Washington and allegedly transferred a pump-action shotgun to Alvarez during an in-person meeting, according to the complaint.  The complaint further claims that Roa allegedly began driving from California to Washington on June 11 to participate in the attack. The plot was allegedly disrupted after the mother of Proper, a 19-year-old Ohio defendant in the case, called in a tip to the FBI. A seizure of Proper's phone helped investigators identify other members of the alleged network. Investigators say the network extended well beyond the five men initially charged. Proper's phone contained a primary Signal chat with approximately 19 alleged participants, according to court records, along with smaller operational chat groups organized by role and location. Tensions reportedly boiled over between federal agencies over the decision to make the case public.  Two senior U.S. officials told Fox News that Secret Service leadership wanted to delay disclosing the investigation until additional arrests could be made, fearing that publicizing the probe could alert other subjects and complicate the ongoing investigation. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a398ff91972385678345242 Brandon Aiyuk shouts out Commanders in latest social media video as 49ers trade saga drags on te 2026-06-22T19:41:45.899Z Brandon Aiyuk shouts out Commanders in latest social media video as 49ers trade saga drags on Brandon Aiyuk continues to stir the NFL offseason rumors report after yet another social media video, this time shouting out a specific team. San Francisco 49ers GM John Lynch had noted in the past that it’s "safe to say" Aiyuk has "played his last snap with the Niners" as the polarizing wide receiver voices his frustrations with the organization. In his latest Instagram video, which was posted on his Stories on Sunday  night, Aiyuk was heard yelling, "Go Commanders! Go Commanders! Go Commanders! Raise Hail! Take Command!" CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Then, Aiyuk posted a photo of Washington’s former quarterback, Mark Rypien, hoisting the Vince Lombardi Trophy after winning Super Bowl XXVI. Lynch has been looking for a trade partner for Aiyuk, who signed a four-year, $120 million extension with the 49ers in August 2024. But it probably isn’t helping that Lynch not only said Aiyuk is done, but these public displays of displeasure from Aiyuk don’t paint him in the best light despite his talent. 49ERS TO PART WAYS WITH BRANDON AIYUK AFTER INJURY AND CONTRACT TURMOIL, GM SAYS Aiyuk began speaking out about his frustration with San Francisco earlier this month, including videos where he called the 49ers "dumb" and "stupid" for giving him his extension. He also claims the team is scared to release him because of how he might perform elsewhere in the league. The Commanders are a squad Aiyuk has invoked multiple times in his social media outbursts, hinting that he wants to once again play with Jayden Daniels, his ex-Arizona State quarterback who now stars for Washington. Daniels and Aiyuk remain close friends, and the latter has shown himself wearing a Commanders hat. Also, Aiyuk follows just five accounts on Instagram, with the Commanders and Daniels being two of them. The rift between Aiyuk and the 49ers has gone on for almost a full year now after the team voided the remaining guaranteed money he was owed on his extension. The 49ers did so after Aiyuk didn’t participate in rehab sessions for a torn ACL, MCL and meniscus he suffered in his right knee during the 2024 season. Then, the 49ers placed Aiyuk on the reserve/left team list back in December after he stopped showing up to the team facility. It’s been a pain point for the team and has trickled down into questions that media have to ask other 49ers stars, including tight end George Kittle. During an interview with Barstool Sports’ "Pardon My Take" podcast, Kittle was asked how Aiyuk looked the last time he saw him on a field. The question came from PFT Commenter, a die-hard Commanders fan. "I used to make it a habit of mine to go out early in the morning before meetings to watch him train because he’d always be out there early, and I watched him run over 22 miles an hour and watched him stop on a dime. He’s still got it, but that was eight months ago, so I don’t really know. You guys have fun with that, I guess." Thus, the Aiyuk saga continues in the Bay Area, with a decision ultimately coming. It’s just a matter of when. Before getting injured in 2024, Aiyuk tallied 24 catches for 374 yards during that season. He broke out with 1,342 yards on 75 receptions and seven touchdowns during the 2023 season for the 49ers, helping them reach the Super Bowl. 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/6a398fe61972385678345239 Lindsey Vonn turns heads by her pool, Gisele snubs Tom Brady & the ridiculous fake outrage over US Open fans te 2026-06-22T19:41:26.448Z Lindsey Vonn turns heads by her pool, Gisele snubs Tom Brady & the ridiculous fake outrage over US Open fans Father's Day in the rearview, final full week of June upon us, and our 250th birthday on the horizon. Who has it better than us right now? Nobody! America is rolling. Our soccer team might actually be good, NFL training camps open 30 days from now, and we just enjoyed the longest day of the year. Unfortunately, that means it's all downhill from here. But it's a slow-drip. We still have months of PM sunshine to look forward to. Nothing to lose sleep over at the moment. Instead, we press on and keep our collective feet on the pedal. Let's roll. Welcome to a Monday Nightcaps — the one where Lindsey Vonn takes a break from leg rehab to enjoy some R&R by the pool. It's important, you know? What else? I've got more fallout from the U.S. Open, Gisele disses poor Tom Brady, and can we all stop boo-hooing the fans at Shinnecock for being mean to Wyndham Clark? My God. The fake outrage over fans saying not-so-nice things to a professional athlete has been mind-boggling. When did we all get so soft? Lordy. Phew. OK, let's roll. I'm fired up today. Grab you a basket of onion rings for National Onion Ring Day, and settle in for a Monday 'Cap! Before we get going, let's go ahead and pump out the obligatory Mount Rushmore of Sides in honor of this big day: Pretty cut and dry list today. It's all non-negotiable because it's the correct list. You are welcome! OK, let's get down to business. Before we cool down with Lindsey Vonn, I have to address this nonsense with the fans at the U.S. Open and Wyndham Clark ... It's insane. The faux outrage has been truly insane. Take a look: I could go on and on. It's ALL over my timeline today, and it's laughable. Let me make sure I have this right ... Everyone is mad because fans at a SPORTING EVENT openly heckled a player? And this is different only because it's "golf" and everyone involved with the game is holier-than-thou? Do I have that right? NEW YORK GOLF FANS DESERVE TO BE CALLED OUT, SAM BURNS HAS A GOOD CRY, WYNDHAM CLARK'S BEST SHOT AT SHINNECOCK Get outta here! Fans have been yelling things at players for a century now. It's what they do! Right or wrong, it's just part of the deal. And now we're tossing fans from the event because they were openly cheering against Wyndham Clark? Seriously? Wyndham Clark is a big boy. He can handle it, I promise. In fact, he DID handle it. He handled it perfectly: You see? Perfect. "Yeah, New York didn't really like me. I love you guys! But, you know, I get it. Some of it's self-deserved. I did some unfortunate things last year that I really regret, and I've been sorry multiple times and I'm still sorry, so hopefully I can win you guys over eventually." He acknowledged why everyone was rooting against him, apologized (again) for last year's incident at Oakmont, joked about it, and was, most importantly, humble. Fans will appreciate that 100,000 times more than the "woe-is-me" crap you're seeing online today. I promise. THAT will win them over. Not crying about it. He messed up last year, and now he's working his way back. He just went wire-to-wire at the U.S. Open, otherwise known as the toughest challenge in golf (allegedly). He took his medicine all weekend, and still won. Wyndham Clark will be just fine. Stop with this fake outrage nonsense. Whew. OK, let's cool off with Lindsey Vonn, who took a break from her knee rehab over the weekend to hit the pool and stun the internet. Legend: What a special run Lindsey Vonn's been on the past month or so. She's been everywhere. The Gym. The F1 race at Monaco. The red carpet. Now, she's back in the pool. All while rehabbing her knee, which was basically mush just a few months ago. There's no quit in our girl. She's on the comeback tour and daring us to count her out. Not me. Not this class. We respect greatness around here. OK, let's rapid-fire this Monday class into a big Monday night. First up? Anyone see this from Columbus over the weekend? NUTS: ... Huh? What just happened? For the life of me, I can't figure out what Yanquiel Fernandez was thinking here. Obviously, the prevailing notion is that he simply lost track of the game. Maybe he thought it was tied and figured the run was going to score regardless? That's the only explanation, right? Either that, or he just ... quit? No way. Can't be. Although, to be fair, playing in a minor-league doubleheader sounds just awful. Perhaps he made a business decision and just put everyone out of their misery. Not the worst strategy in the world. MLB SIDELINE REPORTER GETS DRENCHED IN WILD POST-GAME CELEBRATION, SHINNECOCK GAFFE & MJ'S LOVE LETTER SELLS Next? I can't believe it's taken me this long to say it, but Happy (belated) Father's Day to all the dads in class. Hope you all did whatever you wanted yesterday. I'd like to say I golfed, but it was about 300 degrees down here in Florida and as much as I love golf, I can't bring myself to tee it up in those conditions. Speaking of the big day, let's all wish Tom Brady an HFD as well. Lord knows someone has to: "Happy Father’s Day @joaquimvalente! "Thank you for leading by example, and for the values you embody, love, humility, integrity, discipline, kindness and consistency. You are an incredible role model. We are all so grateful for you, and we love you so much. And dad, thank you for your unconditional love, wisdom, and support through every stage of my life. Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there." Goodness. How about the stones on Gisele for not even giving Tom Brady a mention? Not even a tiny one. I know things ended ... poorly ... between them, but this was such a crap move by her. There are two sides to every divorce (duh), and I'm not sure we've heard either in this case. Not that it's any of our business. But boy, this is a tough look for Gisele. Plus, Tom Brady is a good FOX man, and we protect our own around here! #JusticeForTom! OK, that's it for today. Good start to the week, everyone. Let's finish June strong. And hey! We get a Game 3 (7) tonight in the College World Series. Winner-take-all for UNC and Oklahoma. Here's former Texas legend Augie Garrido one final time this college baseball season to get everyone hyped up. Let's play ball. OutKick Nightcaps is a daily column set to run Monday through Friday at 4 p.m. (roughly, we’re not robots). Were fans too hard on Wyndham? Email me at Zach.Dean@OutKick.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a398fd2197238567834522a Trump ‘trampled’ voter privacy by feeding info into Homeland Security system, judge says te 2026-06-22T19:41:06.476Z Trump ‘trampled’ voter privacy by feeding info into Homeland Security system, judge says Voting at the Portland Expo in Maine’s June 9, 2026 primary election. (Photo by Jim Neuger/Maine Morning Star) The Trump administration illegally overhauled a U.S. Department of Homeland Security computer program in its hunt for noncitizen voters, a judge ruled Monday in a stinging decision that laid into federal officials for violating the privacy of millions of Americans. The ruling struck at the core of President Donald Trump’s project to assert authority over state-run elections ahead of the November midterms. Under Trump’s control, the executive branch has spent the past year attempting to obtain state voter rolls to feed into the computer program, called Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements, or SAVE. U.S. District Court Judge Sparkle Sooknanan, a President Joe Biden appointee for a district court based in Washington, D.C., condemned the Trump administration’s behavior over 75 pages and vacated a series of notices Homeland Security had published to implement the computer program. “All in all, the federal government has knowingly trampled on the privacy rights of American citizens in a manner that threatens the sacred right to vote,” Sooknanan wrote. “This Court cannot stand idly by while that happens.” Homeland Security has long operated SAVE, but prior to the second Trump administration it was primarily a tool to check whether individual immigrants were eligible for various government benefits. Last year, the agency reconfigured SAVE to allow for simultaneous searches of millions of names and allowed states to upload their voter rolls for the purpose of identifying possible noncitizens. While some Republican-led states took Homeland Security up on the offer, most states have resisted demands to turn over their voter rolls to the Trump administration. In turn, the U.S. Department of Justice has sued 30 states for unredacted copies of their voter rolls, including sensitive personal data such as driver’s license and Social Security numbers. The Justice Department has been unsuccessful in forcing states to provide the information. DOJ attorneys have indicated that any data would be shared with Homeland Security for analysis by SAVE. Concerns from Dems, voting groups Democrats and voting rights groups have warned about the dangers of SAVE, saying it makes errors and has wrongly flagged citizens.  Sooknanan came to the same conclusion in her decision, writing that federal agencies “haphazardly combined and repurposed the private information of millions of Americans, including citizenship data that they knew to be unreliable.” The judge’s ruling came in a lawsuit filed against Homeland Security and other federal agencies last September by the League of Women Voters and the Electronic Privacy Information Center that challenged the repurposed SAVE system.  “As the Trump-Vance administration continues its attack on the right to vote, this is an important victory for the American people and our democracy,” Skye Perryman, president and CEO of Democracy Forward, said in a statement. Democracy Forward Foundation, along with Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington and Fair Elections Center, represented the groups challenging the directive. Three violations The SAVE system violated federal law in three primary ways, Sooknanan wrote. First, it breached a ban on the Social Security Administration against disclosing Social Security numbers and related records. Second, it violated the federal Privacy Act, which restricts how the federal government shares information.  And third, it violated the federal Administrative Procedure Act, which governs how federal agencies set policy. The record in the lawsuit “shows that the federal agencies that created this database knew that the database violates those statutory protections,” the judge wrote. Homeland Security didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a398fa91972385678345201 States are changing fire codes to make housing cheaper & some safety experts are worried te 2026-06-22T19:40:25.009Z States are changing fire codes to make housing cheaper & some safety experts are worried Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a398d9e19723856783451be Far from a millionaire, Ilhan Omar now claims a potentially negative net worth te 2026-06-22T19:31:42.513Z Far from a millionaire, Ilhan Omar now claims a potentially negative net worth Democratic Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar’s latest financial disclosures show dramatically lower reported asset values than an earlier filing that listed millions of dollars in businesses connected to her husband. In a financial report meant to cover 2024, the Minnesota Democrat claimed that she and her husband controlled between $6 million and $30 million in assets, figures that raised eyebrows as conservatives honed in on allegations of fraud among Minneapolis’ Somali community. In a recently filed 2025 report reviewed by Fox News Digital, however, Omar revised the value of her and her spouse’s assets down to, at most, $125,000. Taking the lower-end estimate of Omar’s assets as reported in the disclosure — just $20,000 — and comparing it against both the low and high estimates of her debt — $30,000 and $100,000, respectively — would leave the congresswoman with a negative net worth. Congressional financial disclosures report broad ranges, so the filings do not establish a precise net worth. Her husband has between $15,000 and $50,000 of credit card debt while the congresswoman has a student loan balance also worth between $15,000 and $50,000. ILHAN OMAR'S OFFICE SAYS SHE'S ‘NOT A MILLIONAIRE’ AFTER $30M FILING REVISED DOWN TO UNDER $100K: REPORT "The amended disclosure confirms what we’ve said all along: the Congresswoman is not a millionaire," a spokeswoman for Omar told Fox News Digital. "The original filing was based on incomplete information from Mr. Mynett’s businesses’ accountants in good faith and deference to professional judgement. It listed assets without liabilities, and it significantly overstated her husband’s net worth. The accounting error created a misleading picture of far greater wealth." "The Congresswoman amended her disclosures voluntarily as soon as the discrepancy was identified. The amended disclosure is now complete and accurate," the spokeswoman added.  OMAR FACES MOUNTING SCRUTINY AFTER FRAUD RINGLEADER SENTENCED TO 41 YEARS As suggested by Omar’s staffer, the major changes made between the two filing years can be attributed to different valuations being given to companies linked to the congresswoman’s husband.  A winery that Omar’s 2024 disclosure previously valued at between $1 million and $5 million was updated to have a value of "none" for both 2025 and in a revised 2024 disclosure she filed in March. WINERY BELONGING TO ILHAN OMAR'S HUSBAND SHUT DOWN AMID FINANCIAL SPOTLIGHT Her husband’s venture capital advisory firm, meanwhile, saw its value reduced to nothing in the two filings after previously being valued at between $5 million and $25 million.   Omar and her senior staff have stated that her husband was one of many partners in the wine and advisory businesses, stating that previous disclosures reported the full values of the ventures rather than her husband’s individual share. It is unclear, however, why her husband’s equity in these companies reportedly dropped to $0 between 2024 and 2025. Tim Mynett, Omar’s husband, has over two decades of experience in D.C. Omar claimed that he made between $100,000 and $1 million through his venture capital advisory firm in 2024, though her 2025 disclosures suggest that his only income, between $200 and $1,000, came from a defunct winery. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a398d8b19723856783451b5 FBI names sixth suspect in alleged plot to use drones and snipers to target UFC Freedom 250 event te 2026-06-22T19:31:23.055Z FBI names sixth suspect in alleged plot to use drones and snipers to target UFC Freedom 250 event The FBI has publicly identified an additional suspect in the alleged plot targeting the UFC Freedom 250 event in Washington, D.C., after court documents were unsealed Monday in the Western District of Missouri. The newly unsealed criminal complaint names Missouri defendant Jordan W. Rincker as an alleged member of the conspiracy, bringing the total number of publicly identified defendants to six. Five suspects were charged mid-June in connection with the alleged plot. The alleged plan involved using explosive-laden drones to hit buildings near the event, force a mass evacuation and steer crowds toward a prestaged sniper team, FBI officials said. A "second wave" was then allegedly planned to storm the White House gate, according to FBI officials. 5 CHILLING DETAILS FROM THE ALLEGED WHITE HOUSE ATTACK PLOT TIED TO UFC EVENT Prosecutors said the plotters met around March through a TikTok community known as "Vanguard of the Old" where participants shared workout videos and tactical content before moving to encrypted Signal chats. According to the newly unsealed complaint, members of the conspiracy allegedly agreed to commit murder on the White House grounds and surrounding area during the UFC Freedom 250 event. The complaint alleges the conspiracy operated from approximately March through June 21. Federal investigators allege members acquired firearms, ammunition, ballistic gear and other tactical equipment in preparation for the attack.  The complaint claims Tycen Proper allegedly acquired several boxes of ammunition, plate carriers, rifles and tactical clothing, while Daniel Eskridge allegedly obtained multiple firearms, a helmet and a ballistic vest. 'SOMETHING BIG': FEDS REVEAL HOW RELATIVES OF SUSPECTS IN FOILED WHITE HOUSE UFC PLOT SAW WARNING SIGNS The newly unsealed filing also says that Eskridge allegedly shared a photograph of tactical equipment, including a rifle, helmet and ballistic vest, with co-conspirators on the encrypted messaging platform SimpleX in May. Prosecutors allege Rincker played a logistical role in the conspiracy.  He allegedly accepted a $1,200 cash payment from co-defendant Abraham Hermosillo Alvarez, allegedly sent Bryan Omar Roa $100 to help fund Roa's drive from California to Washington and allegedly transferred a pump-action shotgun to Alvarez during an in-person meeting, according to the complaint.  The complaint further claims that Roa allegedly began driving from California to Washington on June 11 to participate in the attack. The plot was allegedly disrupted after the mother of Proper, a 19-year-old Ohio defendant in the case, called in a tip to the FBI. A seizure of Proper's phone helped investigators identify other members of the alleged network. Investigators say the network extended well beyond the five men initially charged. Proper's phone contained a primary Signal chat with approximately 19 alleged participants, according to court records, along with smaller operational chat groups organized by role and location. Tensions reportedly boiled over between federal agencies over the decision to make the case public.  Two senior U.S. officials told Fox News that Secret Service leadership wanted to delay disclosing the investigation until additional arrests could be made, fearing that publicizing the probe could alert other subjects and complicate the ongoing investigation. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a398d6119723856783451a2 Veto blitz: Hobbs blocks 88 bills before the weekend te 2026-06-22T19:30:41.578Z Veto blitz: Hobbs blocks 88 bills before the weekend Key Points: Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs vetoes 88 bills passed by GOP-controlled Legislature Hobbs rejects bills banning Sharia Law and restricting gender transition hormone therapy for minors Hobbs is still short of her 2025 veto record Arizonans cited by speed cameras won’t see their fines capped $75. Teens won’t be able to get a learner’s permit at 15. There won’t be a new state ban targeting Sharia law. And there won’t be new restrictions on gender transition hormone therapy for minors. These are just four of the 88 bills approved by the Republican-controlled Legislature that Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoed last Friday. That brings her veto tally up to 151, just short of the 174 vetoes she issued last year. Whether she has time to break that record is unclear. While the Legislature adjourned a week ago, an aide to the governor said she still has over 40 measures on her desk awaiting action. Her latest vetoes touch on everything from religious law and immigration to traffic enforcement and teen driving. Religious laws, bank practices Among the bills on the governor’s hit list Friday were two measures designed to preclude the use of any religious law in Arizona. One sponsored by Sen. Janae Shamp, R-Surprise, would have specifically barred the use of Sharia Law in Arizona. Hobbs, in her veto message, noted that the measure had a list of what she called “abhorrent practices” that it would prohibit. That includes honor killings, coerced marriages, female genital mutilation, polygamy, and domestic violence or spousal abuse “that is justified by cultural, religious or family authority.” Hobbs said those practices are already outlawed under existing federal and state statutes. All this would do, she said, is result in the state defending an unconstitutional measure “that the state of Arizona will lose, costing taxpayers millions of dollars.” Hobbs also rejected a broader measure that would have made it illegal for judges to rely on any religious sectarian law to influence their decisions. Sen. Wendy Rogers, R-Flagstaff, built in some exceptions, saying it doesn’t apply to any law “based on Anglo-American legal tradition and principles on which the United States was founded. And courts still could recognize “traditional marriage between a man and a woman” performed by a member of the clergy. “This bill is a solution in search of a problem and therefore unnecessary,” the governor wrote. Hobbs also rejected several other proposals from Rogers. One would have made it illegal for banks, credit unions and even check-cashing services to do business with people who are in this country without legal immigration status. It also would have barred financial institutions from sending any money from those same people to other countries, something Rogers said was designed to reduce the number of people in this country without legal status. Hobbs didn’t address any of that, saying in her veto message that it would impose “additional red tape” on Arizona financial institutions.” The governor also vetoed a separate Rogers-sponsored measure which would have required the state and all agencies to provide the federal government with any information it wants about people in Arizona who are undocumented. Photo radar, learner’s permits  Sen. David Gowan’s now-vetoed proposal would have capped fines for speeders at $75, far short of the $200 penalty some cities imposed. More significantly, it would have barred the Motor Vehicle Division from informing insurance companies of those speed violations. And the citations could not be used as “points” to determine when someone has a license suspended. The final version of the bill limited the protections solely for those exceeding the posted speed limits on streets and highways. It would not aid motorists who were caught on camera running red lights, speeding in school zones, and who were guilty of criminal speeding, which means traveling more than 20 miles an hour over a posted limit. None of that convinced Hobbs to sign. “This bill undermines cities’ ability to keep communities safe by making their own decisions about law enforcement policies,” the governor wrote in her rejection letter. Hobbs also decided that 15 is too young to get a learner’s permit. Current law requires teens to wait until they are 15 1/2. Rep. Nick Kupper, R-Surprise, said this would give youngsters extra time to practice, including additional required time on the road with parents. But foes still said teens that age lack the required discipline to be safe drivers. Hobbs agreed, pointing out that the current driving age is already below the recommendation of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which suggests waiting until 16. Nuclear energy and vaccine mandates Hobbs also said she does not want to override local control when it comes to placing small “modular” nuclear reactors in rural communities. Supporters said that there is no reason to give county supervisors the power to deny zoning, as these would be going in near large industrial users, presumably data centers. They said it would provide needed economic development in the state’s rural counties. “Given record power demand growth projections, Arizona must responsibly reduce barriers to developing new energy projects quickly,” Hobbs wrote. But the governor said while the technology for such modular reactors is “promising,” it is still emerging. And Hobbs also took a swipe at lawmakers for creating special rules citing nuclear reactors but not other forms of energy. Hobbs also rejected GOP-backed efforts to roll back public-health rules.Also rejected were two bills dealing with vaccinations. One would have banned state and local governments from requiring vaccinations, masks or other face coverings. Hobbs said Arizona already has “robust exemptions” to vaccination requirements. That includes allowing opting out of school requirements for medical, religious and even personal reasons. But she said there’s another issue. “It’s concerning diseases that were once eliminated are making a comeback in Arizona’s playgrounds and classrooms because of dangerous information,” the governor wrote. The other bill Hobbs vetoed would have said that businesses cannot refuse to employ or provide services to those who aren’t vaccinated. Gender transition limitations Also meeting with the governor’s displeasure were three bills on gender transition. A 2022 Arizona law, signed by then-Gov. Doug Ducey, already makes gender reassignment surgery on minors illegal. One bill this year would have enabled minors to file civil suits against those who perform transitions for up to 25 after they reach adults. Another would have extended that ban on surgery to any form of what proponents call gender-affirming care for minors, including hormone treatments. And a third would have built on that and said healthcare providers who provide any such care to minors are responsible for the costs of any detransition treatments as well as legal fees and costs. Hobbs wrapped all three into a single veto, saying that the law against gender reassignment surgery makes the bills “unnecessary.”  Her veto message focused on the existing surgical ban and did not grapple with the bill’s attempt to extend restrictions to hormone therapy. Hobbs also rejected a proposal by Rep. Rachel Keshel, D-Tucson, to direct the state Board of Education to develop “age appropriate” programs to teach school children about prenatal development. The governor said instructional requirements “should be left to experts, not politicians trying to force mandates on our teachers.”   Other vetoed bills include: – Barring the state Game and Fish Department from using public monies to transport Mexican wolf pups into Arizona; – Requiring paid petition circulators for ballot measures to disclose to would-be signers that they are not from Arizona; – Expanding child neglect statutes to cover women who expose a fetus to prenatal drugs or if a newborn is found to have fetal alcohol syndrome; – Mandating that ballots have some built-in fraud countermeasures like watermarks, holograms or paper that changes color under heat. The post Veto blitz: Hobbs blocks 88 bills before the weekend first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a398d4c197238567834516d Tata Electronics, a major tech supplier to Apple and Tesla, confirms data breach te 2026-06-22T19:30:20.591Z Tata Electronics, a major tech supplier to Apple and Tesla, confirms data breach The incident comes as Tata Electronics expands its role in global technology supply chains. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a398b45197238567834514c FBI brings back fugitive accused in $3.7B Medicare fraud scheme after capture in Turkey te 2026-06-22T19:21:41.327Z FBI brings back fugitive accused in $3.7B Medicare fraud scheme after capture in Turkey A fugitive accused of helping mastermind a $3.7 billion Medicare fraud scheme — one of the largest in U.S. history — is in American custody after authorities tracked him down in Turkey and flew him back to the U.S. to face charges, the FBI announced Monday. Ibrahim Khaldoon Hilmi was recently detained by Turkish authorities after he fled the U.S. in May 2025, the FBI said. The FBI's Critical Incident Response Group flew out to Turkey and transported Hilmi to the U.S. on Friday through a foreign transfer of custody operation. FBI Director Kash Patel hailed the operation as a major victory in the bureau's effort to track down fugitives accused of stealing taxpayer dollars. "Ibrahim Khaldoon Hilmi is charged with one of the biggest Medicare scams in history — allegedly orchestrating a massive $3.7 billion scheme to defraud Medicare," Patel said in a statement to Fox News Digital. "He's been on the run since May of 2025 — but we got him." LOS ANGELES HOSPICE FRAUD REACHES BILLIONS AS MEDICARE PROVIDERS SCAM FEDERAL SYSTEM WITH FAKE COMPANIES Patel credited FBI Miami, the Department of Justice and Turkish authorities with helping secure Hilmi's capture and return to the United States. The arrest marks the second high-profile return of an alleged Medicare fraud fugitive in less than a week. On Thursday, the FBI announced it had brought back Herbert Kimble, who investigators say had been on the run since 2024 after allegedly orchestrating a separate Medicare fraud scheme worth approximately $1.3 billion. MINNESOTA MAN MARKS FBI'S FIRST ARREST FROM DOJ'S 'MOST WANTED FRAUDSTERS' LIST The two cases involve roughly $5 billion in alleged fraud targeting taxpayer-funded healthcare programs. Patel said Hilmi's return demonstrates that suspects accused of large-scale fraud will be pursued regardless of where they flee. "This yet another massive win for this FBI’s war on fraudsters with the White House Task Force led by VP Vance," Patel said, "and a monumental victory for the Trump administration, showing that any criminal actor who steals from the American taxpayer will be caught, no matter where they try to hide." Patel also thanked U.S. Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack, saying the case against Hilmi was only possible thanks to his "invaluable" and "tireless work." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a398b311972385678345143 WATCH: Dems unite on anti-terror spying authority amid standoff over Trump's DNI pick te 2026-06-22T19:21:21.873Z WATCH: Dems unite on anti-terror spying authority amid standoff over Trump's DNI pick A group of Democrat senators all agreed Congress should renew the government's spying powers to ensure national security. When asked whether the authority should be reauthorized amid ongoing foreign and domestic terror threats, Sens. Mark Warner, D-Va., Peter Welch, D-Vt., and Chris Coons, D-Del., all agreed while raising different concerns surrounding Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). Congress let the key spying tool that allows American intelligence agencies to electronically spy on foreigners abroad without a warrant to expire on June 12 for the first time since its enactment in 2008. Intelligence officials, however, note that existing surveillance activity can continue because the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court recertified the program through March 2027. Additionally, Senate Intelligence Chairman Sen. Warner argued to Fox News Digital that "there has not been a lapse" because communications providers remain legally obligated to turn over material to intelligence agencies REPORTER’S NOTEBOOK: CONGRESS PASSES SHORT-TERM FISA 702 FIX, DELAYS LONG-TERM RENEWAL "That could end at any point, and why we need to get it renewed," Warner insisted. Sen. Welch, while backing renewal of the authority, said lawmakers should ensure protections remain in place for Americans. Some in Congress argue the surveillance could be used to spy on citizens. "It's still under consideration with protections for our own civilians, but yeah, it's a good tool," Welch told Fox News Digital at the Capitol. FISA 702 expired earlier in June after Democrats voted against its renewal in protest of President Donald Trump’s appointing of Bill Pulte, head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, to be acting director of national intelligence (DNI). Tapping Pulte remains a deeply divisive decision that has drawn widespread concern among lawmakers who point to his lack of experience in the industry as to why he should not have interim access to U.S. intelligence information. REPS ANDY HARRIS, KEITH SELF, SEN RICK SCOTT: FIX FISA. DON’T SPY ON US "Yes, we should reauthorize FISA," Coons said. "I also think Bill Pulte doesn’t belong anywhere near our intelligence system." Criticism of Pulte has come from both sides of the aisle, with several Republican senators also questioning his intelligence credentials. Pulte began in his new role on Friday after Trump forcefully postponed last week’s scheduled Senate Intelligence Committee confirmation hearing for his Director of National Intelligence nominee Jay Clayton. Former DNI Tulsi Gabbard resigned from the position this month due to her husband’s rare cancer diagnosis.  REPORTER'S NOTEBOOK: LAWMAKERS SCRAMBLE AS FISA FIGHT COMES AT THE WORST POSSIBLE TIME Trump has also said he will not sign a renewal of Section 702 unless it is tied to the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which would require voters provide proof of citizenship and a photo ID to cast a ballot in federal elections. "There’s one reason if it's not renewed, and that’s unfortunately President Trump," Warner said.  This sets up a stalemate as several Democrats have said they will not support reauthorizing Section 702 while Pulte remains Trump's acting DNI pick. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a398b1e197238567834513a Disney and Usha Vance team up to honor military families and surprise them with magical gifts te 2026-06-22T19:21:02.416Z Disney and Usha Vance team up to honor military families and surprise them with magical gifts Second lady Usha Vance joined The Walt Disney Company and Blue Star Families (BSF) at MacDill Air Force Base in Florida to promote childhood literacy as part of the second lady's 2026 Summer Reading Challenge. The event brought together more than 200 military children and their families for a day full of reading and community. Each child was able to select 10 books to take home and two more to share with friends.  Mickey Mouse also made an appearance, and attendees were surprised with one-day Park Hopper tickets to Walt Disney World Resort as a thank-you for their service. Families also had the opportunity to take home Blue Star Welcome Kits, which are meant to provide comfort for children during military moves.  SECOND LADY USHA VANCE SECURES PROVISION TO LIMIT CELLPHONE USE IN DODEA CLASSROOMS "What an honor to meet many of the brave military families who have sacrificed so much in the service of our country," the second lady said in a press release. "Navigating parenting on a military base comes with its own unique challenges, so I am thrilled to partner with and support parents as they help their kids learn and grow over the summer. Our service members and their families empower future generations to lead flourishing lives—a goal I also hope to accomplish through my childhood literacy initiative," she continued. Vance launched the Summer Reading Challenge last year in the hopes of promoting childhood literacy.  To participate in the challenge, children are tasked with reading 12 books of their choice between June 1 and Sept. 4. This year, participants are set to receive a personalized certificate, an America 250-themed bookmark, a prize of their choice and a chance to win a trip to D.C. and the White House on Sept. 25, 2026. DISNEY MOVES AWAY FROM WOKE MESSAGING WITH HEARTFELT VIRAL AD CENTERED ON DADS AND SONS BSF said Disney had donated more than 370,000 books to military children during the company's 15-year partnership with the organization. "The presence of Second Lady Usha Vance at this event highlights the transformative power of literacy and powerfully underscores the national importance of supporting our military-connected youth," Kathy Roth-Douquet, CEO and co-founder of Blue Star Families, said in a statement.  "By fostering stability, well-being, and a love of learning for our families, we directly bolster the retention of our service members and, ultimately, the operational readiness of our force." Disney's involvement in the event also comes as the company celebrates America's 250th anniversary through its "Disney Celebrates America" initiative.  As part of that effort, Disney committed $2.5 million to BSF. The company is also bringing the initiative across the country with different events and volunteer opportunities, as well as a special screening of "Toy Story 5" for military families at Camp Pendleton. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE "For generations, Disney has held a deep respect and admiration for military families and the sacrifices they make every day," Susan Fox, executive vice president and head of government relations for The Walt Disney Company, said in a statement provided to Fox News Digital. "We're honored to bring the magic of storytelling to life, reminding us that through reading, imagination and shared stories, we can help families feel closer, no matter the distance." Disney's support for military families is part of its longstanding relationship with American service members. Brothers Walt and Roy Disney both served in World War I, and the company that bears their name has put an emphasis on hiring veterans. For organizers, the event at MacDill Air Force Base was about more than book distribution. They hope that by providing books to military children, they make it easier for those kids to have the same experiences as their peers, no matter where their parents are stationed. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a398b0a1972385678345131 Why Caitlin Clark's poor ball security means you should fade the Indiana Fever against the Phoenix Mercury te 2026-06-22T19:20:42.968Z Why Caitlin Clark's poor ball security means you should fade the Indiana Fever against the Phoenix Mercury After losing both in a back-to-back against the Atlanta Dream, the Indiana Fever (9-7) begin another two-game series at home vs. the Phoenix Mercury (5-12) Monday. At FanDuel, Indiana's moneyline is -290 and is a -7.5 favorite on a 177.5 total as of 1:30 p.m. ET. Before losing their previous two games to Atlanta, Indy had a four-game winning streak. Phoenix crushed the Seattle Storm 93-73 in its last game, snapping a four-game losing skid. This is the first Mercury-Fever game of the season. Phoenix beat Indiana in two of their three meetings last year. However, Indy covered the spread twice, and Caitlin Clark didn't play in any of those games. ANGEL REESE AND CAITLIN CLARK EXCHANGE WORDS IN SECOND DREAM-FEVER MEETING IN THREE DAYS Over her last five games, Clark is scoring 26.0 points on 49.4% shooting and averaging 8.6 assists. But she continues to be careless with the ball; Clark averages a WNBA-worst 4.8 turnovers per game. This is my favorite reason for taking the points with the Mercury Monday. Clark's mediocre defense and poor decision-making are why she has a -4.3 on/off net rating this year. She has 48 turnovers from "bad passes," which is more than three times as many as her next-closest teammate. As I've written a million times when handicapping hoops, the "battle for possessions" is the most important thing in basketball. This is where the matchup favors the Mercury, who have better turnover rates on both ends of the floor. Furthermore, Phoenix is the oldest team in the Association, featuring six-time All-Stars, forward Alyssa Thomas and wing DeWanna Bonner. The Mercury's veterans can take advantage of an Indiana team that makes too many mistakes. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Also, I'm just going off the stats because I don't watch much WNBA, but I'm fascinated by Thomas' game. She has made seven WNBA All-Defensive Teams, ranks second on Phoenix in PER and leads the Mercury in assists per game despite not shooting a single 3-pointer this year. I like that Phoenix runs its offense through a 6-foot-2 forward (Thomas) who doesn't take bad shots against an Indiana team that doesn't have a strong perimeter defense. Plus, the Fever are deadly in transition, but the Mercury can control the flow since they'll likely win the "battle for possessions". Meanwhile, Phoenix figures to have a "strength-on-weakness" edge on the foul line. The Mercury allow the fewest free-throw attempts per game from their opponents, and the Fever allows the most. Lastly, Phoenix has a rest edge over Indiana in this game. This is the Mercury's third game in the last week, whereas the Fever is playing its fourth game over that span. For the record, I'm expecting Indy to win Monday, but Phoenix +7.5 is a "plus-EV" bet given its matchup edges. _____________________________ 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/6a39889c1972385678344fda Hernandez rebuilds Eagles softball after years of tumultuous uncertainty te 2026-06-22T19:10:20.836Z Hernandez rebuilds Eagles softball after years of tumultuous uncertainty The Eagles manager was denied the manager role twice before taking over in the middle of the 2025 season and later earning the Grand Canyon Region Coach of the Year award in 2026. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3986821972385678344f9a Linda Cohn, one of the few SportsCenter anchors who always put the fan first, set to retire from ESPN te 2026-06-22T19:01:22.523Z Linda Cohn, one of the few SportsCenter anchors who always put the fan first, set to retire from ESPN Linda Cohn is retiring from ESPN on June 30 after hosting more editions of "SportsCenter" than anyone in company history. Cohn will retire nearly 34 years to the day after joining ESPN. She hosted her first "SportsCenter" on July 11, 1992, at 2 a.m. "When I look back, I have amazing memories of the shows I hosted, the games I reported on, the athletes I met and the outstanding colleagues I got to work with," Cohn said in a press release distributed by ESPN. "I’ve always said I was a fan first, and I’ve always tried to keep that top of mind when I was doing SportsCenter or anything else." JEMELE HILL CLAIMS SHE'D HAVE A JOB SHE'S 'UNQUALIFIED FOR' AND A HIGHER SALARY IF SHE WERE WHITE Cohn is one of the last remaining links to the golden era of "SportsCenter" in the 1990s, when the program was at the height of its popularity. She represented a style of sports anchor who never placed herself above the athletes, teams and games she covered. That approach stands in stark contrast to many modern sports media personalities, who often use their platforms to promote themselves and build personal brands on social media. For younger generations of viewers, Cohn may be best known for her appearances in ESPN's iconic "This Is SportsCenter" commercials or for her contributions to the network's hockey coverage. Before entering broadcasting, Cohn played collegiate ice hockey as a goaltender at SUNY Oswego. "But what I’m most proud of is that my career lasted long enough for me to see little girls grow up watching SportsCenter, enter this business, and succeed in it," she continued. "If my journey helped make that path a little easier for them, then that’s the achievement I’ll cherish most." If you ever wanted to know what type of person Cohn is, consider that she is a foe of Keith Olbermann, the perpetually aggrieved and pathetic former ESPN and MSNBC anchor. Earlier this year, Cohn responded after Olbermann called her a "self-obsessed politically motivated clown." "Amazing @KeithOlbermann that you describe me how the world actually describes you," Cohn posted on X. "What happened to you? Gaslighting and bullying a former colleague? Is that really your thing now? It’s really sad and disappointing." We like her. Overall, Linda Cohn leaves ESPN with a strong case as one of the 10 greatest "SportsCenter" anchors of all time. "I’m grateful for every moment I had at ESPN, but I’m inspired and energized by the opportunities that lie ahead," Cohn said. "My story is still being written." CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3986441972385678344f5b A new unpatchable flaw in Apple chips opens the door to an iPhone jailbreak  te 2026-06-22T19:00:20.566Z A new unpatchable flaw in Apple chips opens the door to an iPhone jailbreak  European offensive cybersecurity company Paradigm Shift released details of a flaw and a technique to exploit it that opens the door for hackers to unlock and break into older iPhones. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3983ed1972385678344f03 Google DeepMind bets $75M on AI’s future in Hollywood with A24 deal te 2026-06-22T18:50:21.473Z Google DeepMind bets $75M on AI’s future in Hollywood with A24 deal Google DeepMind and A24 are teaming up to build AI filmmaking tools. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3981ab1972385678344eda Chicago mayor ridiculed for touting trans violence 'state of emergency' amid murder-plagued Juneteenth weekend te 2026-06-22T18:40:43.579Z Chicago mayor ridiculed for touting trans violence 'state of emergency' amid murder-plagued Juneteenth weekend Chicago's mayor has become the subject of ridicule after promoting his transgender violence state of emergency amid a deadly Juneteenth weekend where dozens of people in his city were shot and six were killed. "Since declaring a Transfemicide State of Emergency, our administration has strengthened the City’s capacity to support LGBTQ+ Chicagoans," a Sunday X post from Mayor Brandon Johnson said. "This framework builds on that work by centering the voices and lived experiences of trans Chicagoans to chart a path toward a safer, more connected city." "Transfemicide" is defined as the "targeted killing of a transgender woman motivated by transphobic and misogynistic hatred." Critics were quick to point out that Johnson appears focused on promoting on Juneteenth weekend the fight against an obscure transgender violence category rather than the killing of black Chicagoans. CHICAGO'S DEADLY JUNETEENTH WEEKEND LEAVES 7 DEAD AS TRUMP SHAMES DEM GOV FOR INACTION Johnson's office reupped the state of emergency on Sunday after it was first implemented in 2024. A report on the subject suggests that violence against transgender women, particularly black, indigenous people of color (BIPOC) transgender women, is endemic in Chicago.  But the report does not mention how many transgender women have been killed in the city, and admittedly includes suicides in the "transfemicide" category despite the term's definition. An image at the top of the paper features 21 people and their photos, presumably transgender women who have died in Chicago. Online critics lambasted Johnson for focusing his administration's energy on the transgender issue, and many noted that the timing of the post coincided with a weekend where 39 people were shot and six killed while the city celebrated Juneteenth. FOUR DEAD AND 29 SHOT IN CHICAGO WEEKEND VIOLENCE AS LEADERS TOUT CRIME PROGRESS "Nobody knows what a 'Transfemicide State of Emergency' is," said Rep. Brandon Gill, R-Texas, on X. "This is what the Mayor of Chicago is focused on." "Black Chicagoans are dying in the streets by the dozens every month in gang violence, drive-bys, and retaliation," one X user said in part. "That's the real emergency crushing families in Roseland, Englewood, Austin, and beyond. Not niche identity reports." "'Transfemicide state of emergency.' Beyond parody. And delusional," said a post from conservative commentator Matt Walsh in part. "Everyone is dunking on this but I think it’s NICE that Mayor Johnson finally found a type of murder he doesn’t like. Baby steps," said X personality Jarvis Best. "'Transfemicide State of Emergency,'" former White House Deputy Chief of Staff James Blair parroted. "We are running out of sentences." President Donald Trump blasted Democratic Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker for the violence on Saturday, and offered federal help to quell the chaos. "Lots of Killing going on in Chicago," Trump wrote on Truth Social. "Why isn’t Governor Pritzker calling me for help. I could make Chicago a safe City in ONE MONTH, in ONE YEAR, it would be one of the safest!!!" He touted success in slowing violent crime in Washington, D.C. by bringing in National Guard troops and federal law enforcement. Johnson's office did not return a request for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a397f661972385678344e83 FOX News Deals Newsletter: Prime Day starts now: The deals we're actually recommending — from tech to tools te 2026-06-22T18:31:02.341Z FOX News Deals Newsletter: Prime Day starts now: The deals we're actually recommending — from tech to tools FOX News may be compensated for or earn a commission if you buy through our links. Prime Day just kicked off, and the deals are coming in hot. This mini chainsaw is one of the biggest bargains we've found. The compact tool helps you trim hedges, cut branches and complete yard work quickly and easily, and it's now on sale for just $30 — its lowest price ever. READ MORE: 40+ early Amazon Prime Day deals worth shopping now There are plenty of epic Prime Day deals available right now. I sift through sales for a living, and this week I found standout discounts on tech gadgets, bedding essentials and wardrobe staples worth adding to your cart. — Caitlyn Martyn, Commerce Editor Upgrade your tech with discounts on Apple Watches, Sony over-ear headphones and portable chargers. Sleep more comfortably with deals on Sealy mattresses, hotel-style pillows and mattress toppers. Refresh your wardrobe with savings on Levi’s jeans, HeyDude slip-ons and Under Armour polos. -- If you're looking for the best Prime Day deals, FOX News Deals writers and editors rounded up the best discounts you can shop right now. One deal stood out, though.  Their favorite: Women's breathable pajama set: $19.99 (44% off) from Amazon. Find more deals here. -- This week, Director of Commerce Content, Moriba Cummings, shares three products he recently bought and recommends.  Q: What are you eyeing for Prime Day?  A: I'm picking up a new pair of Apple AirPods this time around. I've been eyeing these for a few months and wanted to wait until Prime Day to get them at a fair discount. Q: What's the best deal you've spotted so far?  A: This $30 Blink wired floodlight camera recently hit an all-time low just before Prime Day — a 70% discount that’s hard to come by. Q: What's a summer staple you'd recommend? A: If you, like me, love lounging in your backyard in the summer months, I can't recommend this electric outdoor bug zapper enough. It’s on sale for Prime Day and keeps pests away without you having to lift a finger. 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Save up to 45% on summer essentials, including lawn mowers, fire pits, pool gear and American flags. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a397f521972385678344e6c States are changing fire codes to make housing cheaper. Some safety experts are worried. te 2026-06-22T18:30:42.382Z States are changing fire codes to make housing cheaper. Some safety experts are worried. A construction worker balances atop a roof. States and cities are loosening building code requirements in an effort to lower construction costs and boost affordable housing. (Photo by Robbie Sequeira/Stateline) States and cities are loosening building code requirements in an effort to lower construction costs and boost affordable housing. Some of these changes include allowing low-rise apartment buildings to have just one stairway, reducing how often building codes are updated and rolling back specific electrical or fire safety standards. But critics have raised safety concerns, noting that existing rules were shaped by past tragedies and aim to prevent future harm. For example, having only one staircase could allow a developer to add another unit or expand the size of units, said Nicolle Aube, principal and founder of Civex, a planning and civil engineering consulting firm, and an American Planning Association board member. “But then there’s this flip side, that by removing these codes and protections, it carries this additional risk for the developer and the occupants of the building if the worst-case scenario happens,” she said. Many states are considering single-stairway apartment laws. They generally take one of four approaches, said Alex Horowitz, housing policy director at The Pew Charitable Trusts: begin with a study, allow single-stairway buildings statewide, update the state building code while letting local governments opt out, or give localities authority to allow them. Pew has lobbied for and testified in favor of the changes. Two national developments could make it easier for more states and cities to allow single-stairway buildings, Horowitz said. The first are proposed updates by the International Code Council, the organization that develops the model codes many states use as the basis for their building rules. An update to its multifamily code, for example, would allow single-stairway buildings to add a fourth story. Second, the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act moving through Congress would direct the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to develop model guidelines for residential buildings with a single stairway not exceeding six stories. According to Pew, 19 states and Washington, D.C., introduced bills between 2022 and 2025 to study or allow single-stairway apartment buildings, and seven states passed them in 2025 alone. This year, Idaho enacted a new law that allows local governments to permit certain apartment buildings to use one stairway — generally up to six stories without an occupiable roof, or five stories with one, along with limits on units per floor, sprinklers, stair width, and smoke and fire detection. Colorado’s law enacted last year requires certain municipalities to modify their building codes by Dec. 1, 2027, to allow five-story multifamily residential buildings to be served by a single exit. Texas’ 2025 law lets municipalities authorize single-stairway apartment buildings up to six stories. Colorado state Rep. Andrew Boesenecker, a Democrat who sponsored the new law, came to this issue because the state needed to find a way to make smaller multifamily projects more feasible. He said the policy can help on infill lots where a traditional two-stairway apartment building may not fit. “Single stairway or smart stairway buildings are not only a very safe way to build multi-family housing, they also bring a product to market that’s just not being offered,” Boesenecker said. Colorado is one 16 states without a statewide building code, making local implementation a major focus. Boesenecker said lawmakers had to look at “ways that you can make it feasible through local governments to adopt this standard into their building code.” He said the work to get the support of those skeptical of single-staircase legislation happened a year prior to the bill’s passage, when lawmakers worked with fire chiefs, fire marshals and firefighters’ unions for about a year to get them to a “neutral position” on the bill. In Texas, Democratic state Sen. Nate Johnson said the law he sponsored will allow for architectural innovation as well as maximizing multi-family housing on odd-shaped and smaller lots. Johnson said modernizing building codes does not come at the risk of safety. “Who knows what policies once served well and now, after decades of technological advances and changes in land use, impede good design?” Johnson said. “We have regulations for a reason, and I’m not for throwing out what protects the public. Markets tend to easily meet the challenges of sound regulatory protections.” Lawmakers in Illinois, New York and Rhode Island considered single-stairway bills this year, but none passed before the legislatures adjourned for the year. But moving in the opposite direction, Connecticut lawmakers this year repealed the single-stairway law they had passed in 2024, after objections from fire safety officials. Beyond staircases, Horowitz, of Pew, said this year saw the first legislative sessions in which states have taken a look at elevators to reduce building costs. Washington state enacted a new elevator law this year that directs the state’s Building Code Council to allow smaller apartment buildings, with at most six stories and 24 units, to use smaller and less expensive passenger elevators. Maine removed some elevator-related requirements, including for certain smoke and draft equipment and for two-way emergency video communication systems inside elevators. Research by the Center for Building in North America, a nonprofit research group that co-authored Pew’s single-stairway report, found that installing elevators in the United States and Canada is at least three times as expensive as in Western Europe or East Asia. U.S. and Canadian installations start around $150,000, compared with roughly $50,000 in several high-income countries, the group found. Is it safe? Pew researchers found that modern four- to six-story single-stairway apartment buildings can be as safe as other residential buildings when they include fire-safety features such as sprinklers, smoke detectors, code-compliant drywall, self-closing doors and protected stairways. Horowitz said Pew researchers counted every fire death in New York City and Seattle — two cities that have long allowed single-stairway apartment buildings — over 12 years. In New York City, Pew identified 4,440 modern single-stairway buildings and found their fire-death rate was the same as other residential buildings — about five deaths per million occupant-years. Pew also found that the deaths it identified in modern single-stair buildings appeared to occur in the unit where the fire started, not because smoke or fire penetrated the single stairway. “Modern apartment buildings are much, much, much safer than other housing. It is not even close,” Horowitz said. “The data is clear and policymakers are following the data in this instance.” But Sean DeCrane, the director of fire fighter health and safety operational services for the International Association of Fire Fighters, said single-stairway proposals often fail to account for residents’ potential slowness to evacuate during a fire, and how firefighters use the same stairwell to reach trapped occupants. The IAFF cites as one example a Manhattan apartment fire on May 4 that killed three people and injured 14. The fire that trapped residents in a smoke-filled stairwell serving as the building’s only means of escape. IAFF says the fire appeared to start on the first floor and spread upward through the stairwell. “When we take over the stairwell, occupant egress effectively stops,” DeCrane told Stateline. “So now you’re requiring firefighters to physically remove occupants out of a burning building.” During a fire, residents may not leave when an alarm first sounds, he said, especially in apartment buildings where false alarms or smoke alarms from a kitchen mishap are common. Some residents do not try to evacuate until they smell smoke or believe they are in danger. “Just because they hear an alarm doesn’t necessarily signify risk to them.” Aube, of the American Planning Association, said state lawmakers should learn from California’s approach — which in 2023 directed the state fire marshal to study single-stair buildings — before lawmakers make building codes changes. “There is a lot of technical information that lawmakers and the public need to learn before considering removing a code,” she said. The California Office of the State Fire Marshal released that report early this year. It said safeguards such as sprinkler and smoke detectors “do not fully substitute” for having two stairwells and notes that fire departments in the state nearly unanimously oppose single stairways. But it suggested a variety of measures that should be implemented if single-stairway buildings are allowed. Electrical codes In recent years, some states have changed parts of their fire and electrical codes, seeking to make a dent in the total cost of a project. Arizona last year barred counties from requiring fire sprinklers in accessory dwelling units. Indiana this year barred state and local governments from requiring arc fault circuit interrupters, or AFCIs, in certain residential buildings and emergency responder communication systems in some larger structures. AFCIs prevent electrical fires by detecting arcing in damaged or loose wiring before it builds heat inside a wall. The Indiana bill’s lead sponsor, Republican state Rep. Doug Miller, said the state needed to “put a stake in the ground” to meet its need of roughly 50,000 homes, according to the Indiana Capital Chronicle. The Indiana Builders Association said local rules accounted for 24% of the cost for a new home. This year, Iowa changed parts of the state electrical code, including AFCI and GFCI requirements. Ground fault circuit interrupters, or GFCIs, are designed to protect people from electric shock by shutting off power when they detect a fault in the current. Supporters said these changes can help keep electrical costs low for builders and consumers. Iowa Democratic state Rep. Jeff Cooling, who is also an electrician, said the late-session legislation takes away some kitchen GFCI requirements, removes AFCI requirements and allows cheaper ceiling boxes in places where future homeowners may install heavy fixtures or ceiling fans. He opposed the bill. Cooling said lawmakers often talk about code changes as a way to shave costs from new housing. But as an electrician, he said many of those requirements were adopted for a reason and usually after high-profile injuries, fires or deaths prompted necessary review and updates. “None of these codes change just to change them,” Cooling said. “They’ve changed because people have been seriously injured or killed.” Cooling said fellow electricians he spoke with estimated the Iowa changes would save about $850 on an average new house. “That’s a rounding error,” he said. And for Cooling, that amount of savings is too small to justify removing protections at the sake of human lives. “It’s not the world that we want to live in where we try to balance safety and what turns out to be low-cost savings,” he said. Waiting on new building codes Building codes are usually updated every three years through a public process, while states and local governments retain authority to amend and enforce them. A new law passed in Connecticut will stretch what is normally a three-year state building code update schedule into a six-year gap, pausing updates between 2024 and 2030 cycles. The state is expected to produce a report due by Jan. 1, 2029, that will evaluate the effects of a six-year cycle for building code revisions. Housing industry groups say Connecticut is not alone in extending or pausing the time between adopting building code changes. Last year, California froze most residential code changes through June 2031. North Carolina moved its residential code to a six-year review cycle in 2023. The Connecticut proposal drew opposition from code officials and the International Code Council. Building officials and code organizations have warned that slowing adoption of new codes can also delay updates meant to respond to new risks. Aube, the urban planner, said that code changes are not a silver bullet in the affordability puzzle. “There’s not one answer,” she said. “It’s like making a cake, right? There’s a whole bunch of different ingredients that go in.” Stateline reporter Robbie Sequeira can be reached at rsequeira@stateline.org. This story was originally produced by Stateline, which is part of States Newsroom, a nonprofit news network which includes Arizona Mirror, and is supported by grants and a coalition of donors as a 501c(3) public charity. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a397d111972385678344e1a Blue state in hot seat for taking more than 2 years to remove criminal illegal alien from voter roll te 2026-06-22T18:21:05.076Z Blue state in hot seat for taking more than 2 years to remove criminal illegal alien from voter roll Maryland’s Democratic leadership is taking criticism after it took state officials more than two years to remove a prominent illegal immigrant from its voter rolls. Amidst the drama, one GOP lawmaker remarked, "This is exactly why Marylanders have lost faith in our elections." According to the Maryland Freedom Caucus, which consists of conservative lawmakers in the state General Assembly, Ian Andre Roberts, a Guyanese national illegally present in the U.S., was "quietly" removed from Maryland’s voter rolls. This comes after Roberts was sentenced on May 29 to two years in federal prison and three years of supervised release for possession of a gun as an illegal immigrant and for falsely claiming to be a U.S. citizen on employment paperwork. Fox News Digital reported last September that, despite illegally residing in the U.S., Roberts was working as the superintendent of the Des Moines Public Schools in Iowa. Maryland Republicans blew the whistle on the fact that he was also registered as an active Democratic voter in Maryland. The Maryland Freedom Caucus posted on X that "9 months after it was discovered that a superintendent of a large school district was not only a noncitizen with a final deportation order, but also had been illicitly registered to vote in Maryland, Ian Roberts has finally - and quietly - been removed from the active voter registration list in our state." ILLEGAL ALIEN ARRESTED BY ICE FOUND REGISTERED AS ACTIVE DEMOCRAT VOTER IN BLUE STATE The caucus wrote that "Ian Roberts is the perfect symbol of everything wrong with the Maryland State Board of Elections," adding that "it practically took an act of God to get him removed from the rolls." In addition to the 2024 final order of removal against him, Roberts also faced charges in 2020 for second-degree criminal possession of a weapon and other weapons charges, as well as a 2022 conviction for unlawful possession of a loaded gun in Pennsylvania. He was arrested by ICE last September. Agents arrested Roberts after he attempted to run and was found hiding in the brush. The vehicle Roberts was driving contained $3,000 in cash, a fixed-blade hunting knife and a loaded Glock 19 handgun, ICE said. Republican state Delegate Matt Morgan, who is chair of the Maryland House Freedom Caucus, told Fox News Digital that Roberts’ case "is exactly why Marylanders have lost faith in our elections." MARYLAND DODGES SPECIFICS IN ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT VOTER-ROLL CASE AS CONGRESS VOWS TO KEEP DIGGING "The fact that it took this long for the state to remove him proves what we’ve been saying: the system is broken, and one-party Democrat control in Annapolis [the Maryland state capital] has zero interest in basic safeguards," he said. The Maryland State Board of Elections previously said Roberts did not vote in elections. However, when Roberts’ case first surfaced last year, Morgan said that the illegal immigrant’s registration meant that he was eligible to vote in all federal, state and local elections despite not being a U.S. citizen, and also despite likely not having lived in Maryland for the past decade. Morgan asserted that "this isn’t incompetence" but instead "the predictable result of sanctuary policies and willful neglect of election integrity." LOS ANGELES PROPOSAL TO ALLOW NONCITIZENS TO VOTE IN LOCAL ELECTIONS SPARKS ONLINE BACKLASH "I demand full audits, real cooperation with federal authorities, and immediate reforms so citizens can once again trust our elections," said Morgan, adding, "Anything less is unacceptable." Fox News Digital reached out to the Maryland State Board of Elections for comment, but did not receive a response by the time of publication. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a397cfd1972385678344e11 Lionel Messi sets World Cup goal-scoring record vs Austria te 2026-06-22T18:20:45.628Z Lionel Messi sets World Cup goal-scoring record vs Austria Lionel Messi further separated himself from the rest of soccer history on Monday as he set a record for the most goals all time in the FIFA World Cup. Messi was charging down the field behind Argentina’s attack. The Austrian defense seemed to be too focused on the ball and lost track of Messi as he filtered in behind them. Messi got the pass and fired the shot past the goalkeeper in the 38th minute and scored. WATCH THE WORLD CUP FINAL ON FOX ONE He has 17 World Cup goals in his career, passing Germany’s Miroslav Klose for the most all time. He may have had the record sooner. Messi received a penalty kick attempt around the 8th minute of the match. However, shot was wide to the right. Messi’s goal against Austria put Argentina up 1-0. The goal comes amid a tough week for Messi and his family. Jorge Messi was set to undergo medical treatment for an undisclosed illness last week. Messi’s family asked for "humanity" from the media. FOX ONE’S NEW WORLD CUP VIEWING EXPERIENCE "Jorge is going through a health situation," the Messi family said in a statement. "He is currently under medical observation, recovering and progressing favorably within his current condition." Messi scored a hat trick against Algeria last week in his first group-stage match of this year’s World Cup. He was seen in tears after his first goal. "My tears after the first goal? I’ve had some tough days. It wasn’t related to soccer. And those feelings were because of that," Messi said. "I thank my teammates, the coaching staff and the delegation for helping me." The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a397af01972385678344dba ICE arrests illegal immigrant Illinois teacher linked to Tren de Aragua mass shooting te 2026-06-22T18:12:00.849Z ICE arrests illegal immigrant Illinois teacher linked to Tren de Aragua mass shooting A former Illinois teacher living in the United States illegally, who was allegedly involved in a 2024 Tren de Aragua mass shooting that killed three people at a Chicago house party, was arrested by federal authorities, officials said Monday. Giovanna Mercedes Moreno Occhipinti, 32, an illegal immigrant from Venezuela with dual citizenship in Italy, was taken into custody by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents on May 13, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said. Occhipinti entered the U.S. in October 2021 under the Visa Waiver Program and was supposed to leave by Jan. 2, 2022. She overstayed her visa, DHS said. On the night of the Dec. 2, 2024, shooting, she allegedly drove the two gunmen—Ricardo Granadillo Padilla and Edward Martinez Cermeno—to the scene of the crime, where five people were injured in addition to the three fatalities, authorities said. TWO ILLEGAL VENEZUELAN IMMIGRANTS, SUSPECTED TDA GANG MEMBERS CHARGED IN DEADLY CHICAGO MASS SHOOTING "Although Chicago police arrested this illegal alien shortly after the shooting, sanctuary politicians released her from jail without notifying ICE," DHS Acting Assistant Secretary Lauren Bis said in a statement. "Under President Trump and Secretary Mullin, DHS is doing the job that sanctuary politicians in Illinois refuse to do: putting the American people first and removing these dangerous criminals from our communities." Martinez Cermeno was released from ICE custody in January 2025 after a federal judge determined that federal prosecutors failed to meet their burden of proof to keep him incarcerated while awaiting trial. Immediately after the shooting, authorities found multiple weapons in Occhipinti’s vehicle, DHS said. Authorities believe she helped Granadillo Padilla and Martinez Cermeno evade law enforcement after the attack. HUNDREDS OF JAILED ILLEGAL ALIENS RELEASED BACK ONTO BLUE-STATE STREETS DESPITE ICE DETAINERS, RECORDS SHOW The Chicago Police Department arrested Occhipinti on Dec. 5, 2024, on charges of unlawful use of weapons and other weapons offenses. However, she was released without ICE ever being notified under Chicago's sanctuary policies, which protect illegal immigrants from federal immigration authorities. The Cook County State’s Attorney’s office decided not to prosecute the suspects, DHS said, and Granadillo Padilla and Martinez Cermeno were eventually deported. "Giovanna Mercedes Moreno Occhipinti’s actions were calculated and deliberate, leading to the loss of three lives," said HSI Chicago Special Agent in Charge Matthew Scarpino. "I’m proud of our agents for pursuing this case to the end, ensuring that everyone who helped facilitate this mass homicide is brought to justice." ICE ARREST OF MIGRANT SPARKS ANGER PROTEST BEFORE VIOLENT GANG TIES EXPOSED Fox News was told by DHS that Occhipinti was a teacher at an unspecified school in the Chicago suburb of Elgin. Illinois officials have refused to cooperate with federal authorities and will not tell DHS the name of the school, Fox News has learned. Occhipinti is being held at the Grayson County Detention Center in Leitchfield, Kentucky. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a397add1972385678344db1 Suspect 'neutralized' after Montreal shooting leaves at least 2 dead including officer te 2026-06-22T18:11:41.393Z Suspect 'neutralized' after Montreal shooting leaves at least 2 dead including officer A gunman was "neutralized" Monday following a shooting in Montreal that left one police officer and one other person dead.  Authorities told Fox News that the shooting happened at the Côte-des-Neiges neighborhood of the city. Côte-des-Neiges neighborhood of the city. A second officer is in critical condition. This story is breaking. Please check back for updates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a397ac91972385678344da8 Joe Rogan reveals Trump's surprising backstage remark about possible attack on UFC event te 2026-06-22T18:11:21.937Z Joe Rogan reveals Trump's surprising backstage remark about possible attack on UFC event Podcaster Joe Rogan revealed Saturday that President Donald Trump responded with a blunt joke after the podcaster raised concerns about a possible terrorist attack at the June 14 UFC Freedom 250 at the White House.  Recalling the exchange with UFC champion Justin Gaethje and MMA trainer Trevor Wittman, Rogan said he had fears of being killed by terrorists at the widely covered event. "I said to Trump, I go, ‘I hope we don’t die in a terrorist attack,’" Rogan said. "He goes, ‘We got to go somehow.’" Rogan described being caught off guard by the president’s reply. "I go, ‘What the f---, dude?’" Rogan said, laughing. TRUMP MARKS 80TH BIRTHDAY WITH PATRIOTIC UFC FREEDOM 250 SPECTACLE ON WHITE HOUSE SOUTH LAWN The exchange came after Wittman said he had been uneasy attending the event because of the high-profile venue and possible security threat. "I was honestly really nervous, Joe," Wittman said. "I was like, ‘Dude, there’s like, just again, being around everybody and something could happen.’" The Justice Department said June 16 that five men had been arrested and charged in an alleged plot to attack government officials and others attending the event. Federal officials claim the alleged conspirators discussed using explosive-laden drones near the event to force an evacuation and then using snipers to fire on fleeing targets. Gaethje, who defeated Ilia Topuria in the main event to win the UFC lightweight title, said he had accepted the possibility of danger before entering the Octagon. FBI DISRUPTS ALLEGED EXPLOSIVE-DRONE PLOT TARGETING WHITE HOUSE UFC EVENT, OFFICIALS SAY "F--- it," Gaethje said. "If I get taken out in the middle of the cage, how f---ing legendary would that be?" Gaethje said the same scenario might have been memorable, but not one he wanted to experience. "Everyone will remember it for the rest of eternity," Gaethje joked. "But no, I’ll pass," Wittman jokingly replied. Rogan added that the night was better remembered for Gaethje's win than for any security incident. "Better the way it went," Rogan said. "The way it went, way better." JUSTIN GAETHJE TARGETS ILIA TOPURIA'S DIVORCE, IGNITING FEUD BEFORE WHITE HOUSE SHOWDOWN "It was one of the greatest events that any sporting event has ever put on," Rogan said. "I mean, maybe the greatest sporting event in the history of the world." He claimed the White House setting, military elements and Gaethje's upset victory gave the fight card historical weight. "This is never going to happen again," Rogan said. "This is more historic than Rumble in the Jungle." UFC Freedom 250 was held June 14 on the South Lawn of the White House as part of events tied to the country’s 250th anniversary and coincided with Trump’s 80th birthday. The White House didn't immediately respond to a request for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a397aa01972385678344d97 Women Achievers of Arizona 2026 – Nomination form te 2026-06-22T18:10:40.466Z Women Achievers of Arizona 2026 – Nomination form Arizona Capitol Times and State Affairs are proud to announce that nominations are now open for the 2026 Women Achievers of Arizona Awards. var gform;gform||(document.addEventListener("gform_main_scripts_loaded",function(){gform.scriptsLoaded=!0}),window.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){gform.domLoaded=!0}),gform={domLoaded:!1,scriptsLoaded:!1,initializeOnLoaded:function(o){gform.domLoaded&&gform.scriptsLoaded?o():!gform.domLoaded&&gform.scriptsLoaded?window.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",o):document.addEventListener("gform_main_scripts_loaded",o)},hooks:{action:{},filter:{}},addAction:function(o,n,r,t){gform.addHook("action",o,n,r,t)},addFilter:function(o,n,r,t){gform.addHook("filter",o,n,r,t)},doAction:function(o){gform.doHook("action",o,arguments)},applyFilters:function(o){return gform.doHook("filter",o,arguments)},removeAction:function(o,n){gform.removeHook("action",o,n)},removeFilter:function(o,n,r){gform.removeHook("filter",o,n,r)},addHook:function(o,n,r,t,i){null==gform.hooks[o][n]&&(gform.hooks[o][n]=[]);var e=gform.hooks[o][n];null==i&&(i=n+"_"+e.length),gform.hooks[o][n].push({tag:i,callable:r,priority:t=null==t?10:t})},doHook:function(n,o,r){var t;if(r=Array.prototype.slice.call(r,1),null!=gform.hooks[n][o]&&((o=gform.hooks[n][o]).sort(function(o,n){return o.priority-n.priority}),o.forEach(function(o){"function"!=typeof(t=o.callable)&&(t=window[t]),"action"==n?t.apply(null,r):r[0]=t.apply(null,r)})),"filter"==n)return r[0]},removeHook:function(o,n,t,i){var r;null!=gform.hooks[o][n]&&(r=(r=gform.hooks[o][n]).filter(function(o,n,r){return!!(null!=i&&i!=o.tag||null!=t&&t!=o.priority)}),gform.hooks[o][n]=r)}}); 2026 Women Achievers Nominations Form Nominee Name(Required) First Last Suffix Nominee Title(Required) Nominee Company/Organization(Required) Nominee Email Address(Required) Nominee Industry (Select one)(Required) Education Health Care Legal Non-Profit Corporate Leadership Technology and Innovation Environmental Impact Government and Public Service Unsung Heroes Other What are the nominee’s most significant achievements during their career and in their current role?(Required) Please be specific about her effect on the company or organization, profession and colleagues, and how she stands out from others because of her accomplishments and leadership. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a397a8b1972385678344d63 Anthropic says Claude may want to see your ID te 2026-06-22T18:10:19.992Z Anthropic says Claude may want to see your ID Claude's chatbot may ask to verify your age and identity "in certain circumstances," such as with a passport or driver's license, according to a privacy policy change. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3978361972385678344d31 Department of Public Safety IDs 3 victims, driver of fatal SR95 crash te 2026-06-22T18:00:22.576Z Department of Public Safety IDs 3 victims, driver of fatal SR95 crash A fatal two-vehicle collision claimed the lives of three men, who the Arizona Department of Public Safety has identified. The accident occurred on Tuesday, June 16, along State Route 95 near mile marker 174. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39762e1972385678344646 Why the Cubs are worth backing against a Mets team that is nine games under .500 this season te 2026-06-22T17:51:42.033Z Why the Cubs are worth backing against a Mets team that is nine games under .500 this season I hope everyone had a nice Father's Day yesterday. Now, the next thing we have to look forward to is the Fourth of July, which is my favorite day of the year. We have some time before that happens, though, and hopefully a lot of money to make in the meantime. I'm going to try to grab some money on the Cubs and Mets game that happens tonight. The Chicago Cubs are still above .500, but are one of the more inconsistent teams in baseball. They have a losing record on the road. They have won 10 games in a row twice and lost 10 games in a row once. Take out those streaks, and this team is 20-27 for the year. That's concerning, and the front office needs to figure out how to help them be more consistent. I think the big issue here is the pitching staff being injured, but they weren't that deep to begin with. Today, they send out Shota Imanaga, who has been at least reliable in terms of making starts, but not quite reliable in terms of performance. Imanaga is 4-6 for the season with a 4.26 ERA and a 1.06 WHIP. The WHIP being that low does seem to encourage the thought that the Cubs starter is keeping people off the bases. His ERA might even be fine if he didn't have three straight games where he allowed five or more earned runs. For the year, he has given up 41 earned runs, and 26 of those came in a four-game stretch. Maybe he has made the adjustments needed because he has allowed just one earned run over the past 10.2 innings; unfortunately, all of those innings came against the Rockies. Bryce Harper hits for cycle, Kyle Schwarber blasts three homers in Phillies blowout win over Mets The New York Mets haven't been inconsistent; their problem is they've just been bad. They are nine games under .500 for the season, and even at home. This is a team that has repeatedly invested in the roster, and the team doesn't seem to be responding the way they need to. Juan Soto and even Bo Bichette are doing very well this year, but some of the other players have been struggling. Francisco Lindor is injured, and other guys just look uncomfortable. I do think the pitching staff is also an issue for the Mets, just like the Cubs. The Mets have a better ERA, but they don't have any top-tier starters. They send out Kodai Senga to the bump tonight, and he has been brutal in limited action this year. He is 0-5 for the season with a 9.00 ERA and a 1.88 WHIP. He has only made two home starts this year and hasn't completed three innings in either of those outings. Cubs hitters are batting .244 against him. I don't love either team in this game. Imanaga is probably the better pitcher, but you are kind of gambling any time he takes the mound. He is a good pitcher, but he is also very inconsistent. In any given situation, he could allow 10 earned runs or he could throw a one-hitter. I do think the Cubs are the better team in this game, but they are on the road, where they've struggled. I'll still back them as I think they are still reasonably priced with a -125 line. I do feel like the total of 8.5 is too low. The problem is if you get Imanaga throwing a good game, it will get sweaty. I'll just take the Cubs through five since it is the same price, and I think a lot of this game hinges on the starters. 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/6a39761a197238567834463d 6 dead, 39 shot in Chicago bloodbath as Trump touts DC-style cleanup where National Guard stepped in te 2026-06-22T17:51:22.575Z 6 dead, 39 shot in Chicago bloodbath as Trump touts DC-style cleanup where National Guard stepped in A violent and deadly weekend in Chicago has caught the attention of President Donald Trump. Fox News Digital has confirmed six people were killed and 39 people were shot in a series of shootings in the Windy City over the weekend. A mass drive-by shooting in Chicago's Princeton Park neighborhood resulted in 13 people injured Friday night. Chicago police say an SUV drove up on a crowd of people and two suspects opened fire on multiple victims. FOLLOW US ON X "Offenders from inside the vehicle began firing gunshots towards the crowd before fleeing the scene. Multiple victims sustained gunshot wounds and were transported to local hospitals," CPD said. FOUR DEAD AND 29 SHOT IN CHICAGO WEEKEND VIOLENCE AS LEADERS TOUT CRIME PROGRESS In a post to X responding to the drive-by shooting incident, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson said: "I am heartbroken by the violence in Princeton Park last night.
What should have been a night of celebration and community reflection for Juneteenth was shattered by a horrific act of violence. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their loved ones." GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL In a post to Truth Social, President Trump said, "Lots of Killing going on in Chicago. 22 people shot, at least 4 Dead. Why isn’t Governor Pritzker calling me for help. I could make Chicago a safe City in ONE MONTH, in ONE YEAR, it would be one of the safest!!! D.C. went from one of the worst, to one of the safest cities in the U.S. President DJT" Trump made the post just before 9 a.m. Sunday, and by Monday, when police compiled the data, the numbers dramatically increased. Last year, Trump deployed hundreds of troops from the National Guard to Washington, D.C., in an effort to crack down on crime in our nation's capital. CLICK HERE FOR MORE US NEWS Chicago police say all shootings are under investigation. Fox News Digital has reached out to both Pritzker and Johnson's offices. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3976071972385678344634 Big win for oversized statues of peaches and eggplants in one historic Maryland community te 2026-06-22T17:51:03.119Z Big win for oversized statues of peaches and eggplants in one historic Maryland community There’s a heated debate taking place in a historic Maryland community over a couple of statues that were installed last year. One that will make anything going on where you live look minute in comparison. The old mill town of Ellicott City, Maryland, dared to think outside the box and have a peach and an eggplant sculpture installed on Main Street as part of the "Fund for Art in Ellicott City." Somehow, these works of art have had their appropriateness called into question. It just goes to show you that we are, as a people, spending way too much time staring at our phones. Those on the Historic Preservation Commission, reports WBAL-TV 11, have expressed concerns that the large peach located outside a cafe and the large eggplant across the street distract from the historic buildings in the area. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! They asked that the artwork be removed. That’s not going to happen thanks to a ruling last week by a judge who ruled they can stay right where they are. This is a decision many in the community support. They want their giant peach and eggplant on Main Street. "There was a huge debacle because of the sexual innuendos with the peach and the eggplant," said Paula Dwyer, the owner of Georgia Grace Cafe and one of the people on the right side of history. Petitions to keep the statues were started and there was a lot of support, according to the cafe owner. "Everybody on the street was signing. They came in, 'Where can I sign these petitions? We want the peach to stay. We want it here. We love it," Dwyer continued. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK CULTURE COVERAGE "We were cheering! I mean, we were so excited. The Historic Preservation Commission just didn't have the authority to accept or deny this public art. The guidelines just didn't address it, and so they vacated it. So, the peach gets to stay. I'm so happy about it because the town is going to be happy about it." Can you imagine making your way on Main Street and being unable to point and laugh at an oversized peach and eggplant like an adult? You’re not alone. The controversy isn’t one at all to Carlee Pugh, a local who was born and raised in Ellicott City, and she summed up the situation perfectly: "I don't think it's that serious. I think it's a little fun piece of fruit, and if you're going to get your panties in a twist about that, then that's all you." Exactly. So what, the peach and eggplant are used to represent something else when you’re texting. They’re just little fun pieces of fruit when you make statues out of them. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3975dc19723856783445fe The biggest expansion of federal scholarship money in 50 years is at hand — and almost nobody is ready for it te 2026-06-22T17:50:20.629Z The biggest expansion of federal scholarship money in 50 years is at hand — and almost nobody is ready for it Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3973e919723856783445c9 ABC launches on-air campaign encouraging viewers to support ‘The View’ in battle with Trump’s FCC te 2026-06-22T17:42:01.837Z ABC launches on-air campaign encouraging viewers to support ‘The View’ in battle with Trump’s FCC ABC on Monday launched an on-air campaign urging viewers to support "The View" and eight Disney-owned ABC affiliates in its battle with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Earlier this year, the FCC launched an investigation into ABC's "The View" amid the agency's crackdown on equal time for political candidates after Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico appeared on the daytime gabfest. Disney’s ABC believes "The View" is bona fide news and, therefore, exempt from the equal time rule.   ABC’s new campaign features a petition to declare that "The View" indeed qualifies as a bona fide news interview program. A commercial debuted Monday during the program that declared, "’The View has welcomed your favorite guests for nearly 30 years. Now the FCC wants to control who is allowed to appear on the show. Tell the FCC to let the viewers decide. You have until July 6th."  FCC LAUNCHING PROBE INTO ABC'S 'THE VIEW' AMID CRACKDOWN ON EQUAL TIME FOR CANDIDATES The campaign also encourages ABC News viewers to support early broadcast license renewals for eight ABC-owned stations.  FCC Chairman Brendan Carr said in April that KFSN-TV in Fresno, KABC-TV in Los Angeles, KGO-TV in San Francisco, WLS-TV in Chicago, WABC-TV in New York, WTVD in North Carolina, WPVI-TV in Philadelphia and KTRK-TV in Houston must prove they have been operating in the public interest as part of an ongoing look at Disney’s diversity, equity and inclusion [DEI] practices.  Disney-owned ABC affiliates’ licenses were originally scheduled to be renewed between 2028 and 2031, but Trump’s FCC expedited the process.  ABC launched ads in those markets that declared, "The FCC is questioning our commitment to viewers by threatening to take us off the air," and urged viewers to speak up and help. ABC wants viewers to offer public comment through the FCC’s Electronic Comment Filing System online and enter the corresponding docket number along with their submission.  FCC TO CALL IN DISNEY STATIONS FOR EARLY LICENSE REVIEW IN WAKE OF ABC'S JIMMY KIMMEL CONTROVERSY Both campaigns will also run online and across ABC social media platforms as ABC honchos feel it is important for the public to know what’s at stake and how to engage directly in the process. While the two issues are separate, ABC insists they both involve the same free speech principle.  The FCC did not immediately respond to a request for comment. In January, the FCC announced it would require the broadcast networks to adhere to the "statutory equal opportunities requirement," citing the Communications Act of 1934, "including their airing of late-night and daytime talk shows." ABC FIRES BACK AT FCC PROBE OF 'THE VIEW,' CALLS OUT AGENCY'S 'CHILLING EFFECT ON FIRST AMENDMENT' There has been a longstanding "bona fide" exception for news programming that wouldn't require equal time for an opposing candidate, but the FCC now says it "has not been presented with any evidence that the interview portion of any late-night or daytime television talk show program on the air presently would qualify for the 'bona fide' news exemption." A spokesperson for the FCC previously told Fox News Digital, "Decades ago, Congress passed a law that generally prohibits broadcast television programs from putting a thumb on the scale in favor of one political candidate over another.  Specifically, Congress put protections in place to ensure that covered programs offer legally qualified candidates for office (both Republican and Democrat) equal time on the public airwaves.   "The equal time law encourages more speech and empowers voters to decide the outcome of elections. The FCC will review Disney’s assertion that ‘The View’ is a 'bona fide news program' and thus exempt from the political equal time rules." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3973d519723856783445bd At Brussels Bistro, the World Cup is about more than the final score te 2026-06-22T17:41:41.860Z At Brussels Bistro, the World Cup is about more than the final score SAN CLEMENTE, Calif. – Carol Crijns had quite the dilemma Sunday afternoon. As Belgium and Iran faced off in a crucial World Cup match, the French-Persian wife of Brussels Bistro owner and chef Thomas Crijns wasn’t sure for whom to root. “I was confused because you know …” she began. Before she could finish elaborating, Thomas joined the conversation. “I was not confused!” he said, drawing laughter from those nearby. The exchange captured the spirit of the afternoon at Brussels Bistro, where Belgian supporters, Iranian fans and soccer enthusiasts packed the restaurant to watch Belgium and Iran play to a scoreless draw. Although Sunday’s result left Belgium’s path to the round of 32 uncertain, it did little to dampen the atmosphere inside a restaurant that has become a home away from home for Southern California’s Belgian community.  Over 22,000 California residents are Belgian-American. Only Wisconsin and Michigan have more. Arizona ranks 15th in the United States with over 6,000.  Brussels Bistro owners Carol Crijns, left, and Thomas Crijns smile while discussing the FIFA World Cup outside their restaurant ahead of Belgium’s match against Iran on June 21, 2026, in San Clemente, California. (Photo by Richie Meno/Cronkite News) “I try to share the atmosphere of Belgium, and soccer is a part of life in Belgium,” Thomas Crijns said. “When we do events like this, it feels like home.”  Belgium entered Sunday’s match looking for its first victory after opening the tournament with a draw against Egypt. Instead, the Red Devils settled for another point, leaving them with two through their first two matches.  The draw keeps Belgium in contention entering Friday’s final group-stage match against New Zealand. A victory would all but solidify Belgium advancing to the knockout rounds, while a draw or loss could leave its fate dependent on other Group G results.  Belgium’s second consecutive draw left some fans frustrated. “The game was a bummer,” said Rick Wade, who supports both Belgium and the United States. “It’s the one thing I don’t like about soccer, a tie. At least they didn’t lose.  “We better win next Friday.” For Wade, Sunday’s match was another reminder that the World Cup experience extends beyond the action on the field. “It’s always awesome there at Brussels Bistro,” he said. “The food is good and you get a big screen to watch the game on and people are cheering, it’s just awesome. “Everyone comes together for their team, win or lose, it’s all a good time.”  That sense of community extended beyond Belgian supporters. For Iranian fan Alex Palvano, the best part of the afternoon was seeing fans from both countries come together. “There were some Iran fans and Belgian fans,” Palvano said. “We never felt uncomfortable and we felt welcome. They loved us and we loved them. It was a fun time.”  Belgian native Laetitia Devast said that the Bistro offers her a chance to reconnect with her roots. “Anytime I need a home, I come here,” Devast said.  Like most Belgian supporters, she remains hopeful that her country can advance. “Belgian people are just so welcoming, have a lot of energy and every World Cup we are behind our team and we believe and we trust and we hope,” she said. “We want to win.” Watching in California is not like being in Belgium though. “Belgian people are so energetic and right now I’m sure they are in the streets and there is probably craziness,” Devast said. “I’m glad to be here, but I would love to be there too.”  If Belgium’s World Cup run ends, Devast already knows who she’ll root for next. “After Belgium, I’m going to be for USA,” she said.  But Devast and her husband, Rick Wade, could eventually find themselves on opposite sides. Wade supports both Belgium and the United States, creating a divided household if the two teams meet later in the tournament. “That would be a tough argument in our house and who we’re going to root for,” Wade said. “But I’ll root for the USA and my wife will root for Belgium.” That matchup is a real possibility. The United States has already secured the top spot in Group D and will face a third-place finisher in the round of 32. If the Americans advance from there, they could face the winner of Group G in the round of 16, which is a spot Belgium was expected to contend for before Sunday’s draw with Iran.  Belgian flags decorate the bar at Brussels Bistro ahead of Belgium’s FIFA World Cup match on June 21, 2026, in San Clemente, California. (Photo by Richie Meno/Cronkite News) Belgium’s 0-0 draw keeps that possibility alive, but after Egypt’s 3-1 victory over New Zealand, a lot would need to go right for that to happen. Adelaide Tomvelle, the restaurant manager at Brussels Bistro and Belgian native, has seen firsthand how the World Cup brings people together. “It’s the whole community that brings all of the people together,” Tomvelle said. “I personally don’t follow up much on sports and only follow the World Cup for specific teams like Belgium. I just enjoy all the energy around it. “The support, the fans and the cheering brings people close.”  American fan Jared Devore said Sunday’s gathering demonstrated the enthusiasm Belgian supporters bring to the tournament.  “They’re so passionate about the game, it’s awesome to see.” Devore said. “They’re still celebrating and we didn’t even win, it was a draw.”  In a tournament defined by results, Brussels Bistro offered a reminder that the World Cup is about more than goals and standings. On Sunday, a scoreless draw was enough to fill a restaurant with cheers, reunite a community with its roots and bring fans from opposite sides together for an afternoon. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3973ab1972385678344597 Trump officials refuse to sign document affirming end of slush fund te 2026-06-22T17:40:59.362Z Trump officials refuse to sign document affirming end of slush fund Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a397397197238567834458e Arizona unmanned vehicle maker pivots from space mining to Army battlefield robots te 2026-06-22T17:40:39.906Z Arizona unmanned vehicle maker pivots from space mining to Army battlefield robots Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3973831972385678344576 Amazon is testing Alexa+ in India with Hindi support te 2026-06-22T17:40:19.948Z Amazon is testing Alexa+ in India with Hindi support Amazon sent emails to customers inviting them to test Alexa+ Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39717f1972385678344547 Tesla in autopilot mode left roadway and crashed into home, killing 76-year-old woman inside, officials say te 2026-06-22T17:31:43.439Z Tesla in autopilot mode left roadway and crashed into home, killing 76-year-old woman inside, officials say An elderly woman was killed and another man was injured after a rogue Tesla in Autopilot mode crashed into a home in Texas on Friday night, local officials say. According to a press release from the Harris County Sheriff's Department, Michael Butler was traveling eastbound down a residential street in Katy in a Tesla Model 3. Butler said that he was using the car's Autopilot mode at the time of the crash. The sheriff's department said that Butler failed to drive in a single lane, left the roadway and crashed through the side of a house. Ring doorbell footage of the crash shows the vehicle crashing into the home at a high rate of speed. 'TESLA ROAD RAGE DRIVER' SENTENCED TO SEVEN YEARS IN PRISON AFTER ATTACKING MOTHER AND DAUGHTER IN HAWAII The vehicle struck 76-year-old Martha Avila, who was inside the residence when the vehicle barreled into the home. Avila was transported via Life Flight to a local hospital, where she was later pronounced dead from her injuries. TEXAS MAN ARRESTED AFTER ALLEGEDLY DRIVING TESLA CYBERTRUCK INTO LAKE TO TEST 'WADE MODE': POLICE Butler was taken to the hospital by ambulance and showed no signs of intoxication. His condition is currently unknown and authorities say he is cooperating with the investigation. Fox News Digital reached out to Tesla for comment. The company's website notes that drivers are supposed to remain ready to drive, even when on Autopilot mode. "Autopilot and Full Self-Driving Capability are intended for use with a fully attentive driver, who has their hands on the wheel and is prepared to take over at any moment," the website says. "While these features are designed to become more capable over time, the currently enabled features do not make the vehicle autonomous." In 2023, Tesla recalled more than two million vehicles following a two-year investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) after numerous crashes were reported while in Autopilot mode. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3971551972385678344528 Judge Finds Justice Dept. Overreach in Subpoenas to Minnesota Officials te 2026-06-22T17:31:01.456Z Judge Finds Justice Dept. Overreach in Subpoenas to Minnesota Officials The judge quashed the subpoenas, writing that they were designed to “harass and retaliate against” Democratic officials who bucked the Trump administration on immigration enforcement. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a397142197238567834451f Do You Find the ‘Tradwife’ Lifestyle Intriguing? Tell Us Why. te 2026-06-22T17:30:42.001Z Do You Find the ‘Tradwife’ Lifestyle Intriguing? Tell Us Why. For women who are newly interested in traditional gender roles and lifestyles: What’s making you feel this way? Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39712e197238567834450f Katie Hobbs adds 88 vetoes to record, rejecting GOP bills on schools, wolves & elections te 2026-06-22T17:30:22.550Z Katie Hobbs adds 88 vetoes to record, rejecting GOP bills on schools, wolves & elections Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a396f3619723856783442d3 Arizona voters to decide the fate of at least 10 statewide propositions te 2026-06-22T17:21:58.736Z Arizona voters to decide the fate of at least 10 statewide propositions Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a396f2319723856783442ca Hobbs: Flags to half-staff Mon. for former Az Adjutant General Rataczak te 2026-06-22T17:21:39.278Z Hobbs: Flags to half-staff Mon. for former Az Adjutant General Rataczak Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a396f0f19723856783442c1 Transition center serves as waypoint for people leaving Pima County Jail te 2026-06-22T17:21:19.823Z Transition center serves as waypoint for people leaving Pima County Jail Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a396efc19723856783442b8 Tucson's housing crunch needs government to spur the private sector te 2026-06-22T17:21:00.365Z Tucson's housing crunch needs government to spur the private sector Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a396ee819723856783442af 'A leg up': Teachers & advocates help circumvent challenges facing homeless youth te 2026-06-22T17:20:40.910Z 'A leg up': Teachers & advocates help circumvent challenges facing homeless youth Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a396ed519723856783442a6 Monsoon-themed poetry open mic at Hotel Congress te 2026-06-22T17:20:21.463Z Monsoon-themed poetry open mic at Hotel Congress Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a396a24197238567834420d SpaceX inks compute deal with Reflection AI, an open-source AI lab te 2026-06-22T17:00:20.261Z SpaceX inks compute deal with Reflection AI, an open-source AI lab Reflection AI will pay $150 million a month beginning July 1, 2026 through 2029 for immediate access to Nvidia's latest GB300 AI chips and supporting hardware across SpaceX's Colossus 2 data center near Memphis, Tennessee. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3967f619723856783441df Yankees turn to Gerrit Cole against struggling Tigers as Aaron Judge's return timeline remains unclear te 2026-06-22T16:51:02.313Z Yankees turn to Gerrit Cole against struggling Tigers as Aaron Judge's return timeline remains unclear Yesterday certainly did not go the way that I had hoped. I had two plays and lost three units on the day. One of the plays was decent, the other was a disaster. It happens from time to time, but I try to avoid those situations as much as possible. Staying positive is a major part of the mental side of sports betting. Today I'm trying to get some units back between the Yankees and Tigers. The New York Yankees are doing just fine without their man, Aaron Judge, in the lineup. It is still early, and as far as I know, there is no official timeline for his return. Still, the team is 16 games above .500 for the season, and they are even nine games above on the road. You have to assume at this point the Yankees are still the favorite to win the American League, and will look to boost the team to manage the load while they await Judge. They already got one of their big names back on the team, and he has made a major impact already. Gerrit Cole takes the hill today, and this will be his sixth start of the year. Cole is 2-1 for the season with a 2.57 ERA and a 1.00 WHIP. I faded him last start, and it cost me. I thought the White Sox were good value against him as he had struggled a bit in his two previous starts. He went out against Chicago and threw six innings of two-run ball. He allowed three hits and two walks. Against Tigers hitters, he has been strong, holding them to a .200 average, and only Kerry Carpenter has had any real success against him. The Detroit Tigers are blowing a golden opportunity. There are some seasons where it seems like virtually everyone over performs, and there are somewhere it seems like everyone underperforms. This is one of those years where it seems like everyone on the Tigers is falling short. The reality is somewhere in between, because there are some people who are doing very well for the club. Riley Green is having a strong year, Kevin McGonigle is doing well, and even Dillon Dingler is having an All-Star-caliber campaign. RED SOX BROADCAST FUMES AT FRAMBER VALDEZ FOR ACTING LIKE A CHILD IN BENCH-CLEARING MOVE: 'WHAT A JOKE' Still, the team is just 33-44 for the season. The good news for them is that they are in a very winnable division, so they may be able to get there if they get some hot streaks. They will need today's starter, Framber Valdez, to improve significantly. He was an offseason signing and is just 3-5 with a 4.09 ERA and a 1.35 WHIP. He has struggled in his home starts, throwing to a 4.94 ERA at home compared to 3.59 on the road. One of the best things about him used to be consistency. He is not that this season. He is either allowing two or fewer runs or four or more in every game. The good news for the Tigers is that Valdez has at least been decent against the Yankees overall. They are hitting just .236 against him in their careers. Jose Caballero has been awesome against him, though, going 6-for-13 with three extra-base hits. I'm not advocating for a play on him, just sharing in case you're doing fantasy or anything else. The play in this one is to back Cole. You're not going to get the Yankees at a good price like this regularly. Sure, Valdez could deliver a quality start as he has been known to do in the past. I'm taking the Yankees for the game. I like their roster better and think Cole looks solid right now. 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/6a3967e219723856783441d6 Rory McIlroy gets the best of embarrassing US Open heckler with vicious comeback at Shinnecock Hills te 2026-06-22T16:50:42.864Z Rory McIlroy gets the best of embarrassing US Open heckler with vicious comeback at Shinnecock Hills The abhorrent fan behavior we all witnessed at the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills wasn't only reserved for Wyndham Clark on Sunday. At least one fan attending the major championship on Long Island, New York, let Rory McIlroy have it as well, but the six-time major champion got the last laugh. After McIlroy hit a tee shot during Saturday's third round, a fan in the first row of the gallery started screaming, "Bunker, get in the bunker!" Of course, the fan had his phone in his hand to film the entire thing in hopes of going viral. He accomplished the mission, but not in the style he was hoping for. WYNDHAM CLARK DOESN'T HAVE TO BE LOVED, BUT HE DOES HAVE TO BE RESPECTED AFTER US OPEN TRIUMPH AT SHINNECOCK After watching playing partner Maverick McNealy hit his tee shot on the hole, McIlroy began walking toward the fairway, but with his eyes locked on the fan. Just when it looked as if he was just going to let the fan off with an intense stare, he hit him with a hand motion indicating he had a gut. Shouting something ridiculous at a professional golfer who is standing 10 yards away from you is absurd behavior, but in the age of social media, it's become the norm. It was also the overarching theme for this year's U.S. Open. NEW YORK GOLF FANS DESERVE TO BE CALLED OUT, SAM BURNS HAS A GOOD CRY, WYNDHAM CLARK'S BEST SHOT AT SHINNECOCK The fans in New York created the most hostile environment in recent memory for Clark during his final round on Sunday. From the moment he began his final round until he tapped in the tournament-clinching par putt on the 72nd hole as the sun set on Shinnecock, Clark took a verbal beating from the fans. Shouts for his ball to find a bunker the moment he made contact, cheers when an approach shot rolled off the putting surface, and minor roars after each of his five bogeys during the final round. It was unlike anything we've seen at a major championship, especially considering Clark is an American and former U.S. Open winner, who was trying to win his national open. Just as McIlroy got the last laugh, Clark did as well, but it was a five-hour-long war of attrition. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39658a197238567834418d Trump threatens to add NY Times' 'treasonous' Iran war coverage to $15B defamation lawsuit te 2026-06-22T16:40:42.543Z Trump threatens to add NY Times' 'treasonous' Iran war coverage to $15B defamation lawsuit President Donald Trump called the New York Times' Iran-war coverage "treasonous" Sunday night, and said that he would add the paper's latest reporting to his $15 billion defamation lawsuit after a Times analysis questioned what the conflict had changed. "The way the Corrupt and Failing New York Times is covering stories on a very battered and beat up Iran, through FAKE & MADE UP ‘FACTS’ is, in my opinion, ‘TREASONOUS,’" Trump posted on Truth Social. TRUMP BLASTS NEW YORK TIMES, CNN FOR 'SEDITIOUS' COVERAGE OF IRAN WAR Trump followed with a direct legal threat against the newspaper. "I will be adding all of their false and ridiculous reporting to my multi Billion Dollar lawsuit against them. They are Criminals!" Trump said. Fox News Digital reached out to The New York Times for comment, but did not immediately receive a response. The posts followed a Sunday Times analysis by Neil MacFarquhar headlined, "What Changed After Almost Four Months of War? Analysts Say Not Much," which examined the war and the Trump administration’s interim agreement with Tehran. WHY TRUMP IS DENOUNCING THE MEDIA’S IRAN WAR COVERAGE AS TOO NEGATIVE – BOOSTED BY RHETORICAL FCC BACKING The Times analysis said the war and agreement did not end what U.S. and Israeli officials consider Iran’s main threats, including its nuclear program, ballistic missiles, regime and regional proxies. "Neither the war nor the agreement ended what U.S. and Israeli officials regard as the main threats emanating from Iran," the article said, according to The New York Times. TRUMP VOWS TO HIT IRAN 'VERY HARD' AFTER OBLITERATING NEARLY '90 PERCENT' OF REGIME MISSILES Trump rejected the framing in an earlier post, saying Iran's military had been badly damaged and the Strait of Hormuz remained open. "Their Military is DONE, their Navy is GONE, their Air Force is GONE, their Launching Pads, Missiles, Drones and Manufacturing of same, is almost GONE," Trump said. The White House defended the Iran memorandum of understanding (MoU) as a diplomatic breakthrough after Operation Epic Fury, saying the agreement ensures Iran "will never obtain a nuclear weapon" and reopens the Strait of Hormuz to free navigation. Vice President JD Vance said Monday after high-level talks in Switzerland that U.S. negotiators had established a mechanism to keep the Strait of Hormuz open, secured Iran’s agreement to invite International Atomic Energy Agency inspectors back into the country and made progress setting up technical talks in the weeks ahead, Fox News Digital reported. Trump has settled prior lawsuits with ABC News and Paramount, which agreed to payments tied to his future presidential library. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39634719723856783440ab Clive Davis, music icon who signed Whitney Houston and Carrie Underwood, dead at 94 te 2026-06-22T16:31:03.212Z Clive Davis, music icon who signed Whitney Houston and Carrie Underwood, dead at 94 Music mogul Clive Davis has died at 94. The famed exec had recently been hospitalized for an upper respiratory infection, The New York Times reported. The Davis family put out a statement on the music producer's Instagram, writing, "To the world, our father was the iconic music legend whose vision, instincts, and relentless pursuit of excellence shaped the soundtrack of countless lives. He discovered, mentored, and championed the greatest artists in modern music history, leaving an indelible mark on culture that will endure for generations." The statement continued, "To his family, Clive was Dad and Granddaddy, the steady presence at the center of our lives, the source of wisdom, strength, encouragement, and unconditional love. No matter how extraordinary his professional accomplishments, he never lost sight of what mattered most: the people he loved." "Through every chapter of his remarkable life, family remained Clive’s greatest pride and deepest joy. Today, we celebrate not only a towering figure whose influence changed music forever, but the man who led our family with grace, generosity, and kindness. We will miss him greatly, cherish him always, and carry his love with us for the rest of our lives."  Davis helped shape the careers of some of the biggest names in music, including Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen, Alicia Keys, Carlos Santana, Barry Manilow, Aerosmith, Carrie Underwood and Kelly Clarkson. "I didn’t necessarily have an ear, but I think I developed one," he told Playboy in 2013. "Whether there was a natural ear that was triggered, I don’t know the answer to that. But when you see a Joplin or a Springsteen, you know. And the statistics start mounting and give you confidence. You think, ‘My God, yeah, I did say yes to Santana.'" This is a developing story. Check back for updates. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39631d197238567834409c Pima Community College deserves real accountability te 2026-06-22T16:30:21.745Z Pima Community College deserves real accountability MJ Watz The debate over Pima Community College’s decision to eliminate its sustainability director has been framed as a question of whether the college is abandoning its environmental commitments. But the underlying concern is whether sustainability work in Tucson should be organized through transparent, accountable institutions or through informal networks of influence. Critics raise legitimate concerns: that dedicated sustainability staff provide expertise, continuity, data tracking and grant coordination. PCC will need to demonstrate that spreading these responsibilities across departments keeps the work adequately resourced and accountable. Yet a movement’s values are reflected not only in its goals, but in how power is distributed within it. These concerns are not merely hypothetical. Public records show significant overlap between the leadership of climate-focused nonprofits and public advisory bodies. The city of Tucson’s Commission on Climate, Energy, and Sustainability includes members drawn from organizations; some individuals simultaneously serve as commissioners, lobbyists, nonprofit volunteers, organizers, and public representatives across several initiatives. This raises legitimate questions about how influence and opportunity are distributed, and whether access depends on merit and open participation, or on proximity to a small number of influential figures. Public institutions have an obligation that goes beyond achieving policy goals: they must maintain public confidence that decisions are made fairly and transparently. This is why the PCC discussion should be about creating strong systems, not individual power. The central question is how sustainability leadership should be structured. Should major initiatives depend heavily on a small number of influential individuals? Or should institutions deliberately distribute authority, create independent oversight, and keep leadership pathways open to a broader range of community members? Tucson would benefit from four modest reforms, none of them expensive: Conflict-of-interest disclosure. Public boards, commissions, and publicly funded institutions should require annual disclosures that address not only financial relationships but overlapping leadership positions across organizations. Transparent reporting pathways. Organizations receiving public support should publish clear guidelines for raising concerns about volunteer participation, mentorship opportunities and decision-making processes. Regular governance reviews. Public institutions should periodically assess whether authority has become concentrated within a small network and whether broader community participation is being actively encouraged. Institutional resilience. Sustainability programs should be able to survive leadership transitions without disruption. The strength of a system should never depend on any one person. Most of these measures can be implemented through existing staff and public records systems at low cost. The payoff is increased public confidence and stronger institutional legitimacy. These recommendations are not anti-sustainability. They are pro-sustainability in the truest sense. Strong environmental programs require strong governance systems. Transparency, accountability, and broad community participation are not distractions from the work; they are part of it. MJ Watz is a filmmaker, media producer, and graduate student in Entertainment Industry Management at California State University, Northridge.  The post Pima Community College deserves real accountability first appeared on Arizona Capitol Times. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3960da1972385678344036 Florida man allegedly recorded girls in church bathroom with hidden camera, arrested on voyeurism charges te 2026-06-22T16:20:42.925Z Florida man allegedly recorded girls in church bathroom with hidden camera, arrested on voyeurism charges An "overseer" at a Fruitland Park, Florida, church was arrested on video voyeurism charges after images from the church's bathroom and another area were found on the suspect's work laptop, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office. Authorities arrested 59-year-old Charles Barton Lucas on Friday after the IT director at RoMac Building Supply contacted the Leesburg Police Department after finding a Google Drive folder full of inappropriate images of adolescent girls and adult women. A statement from RoMac confirmed that Lucas was no longer employed at the company following the incident. "The material was discovered by our team during a routine company process and was immediately reported to law enforcement. We have cooperated fully with the authorities from the outset and will continue to do so. Mr. Lucas is no longer employed by RoMac," the statement read in part. A spokesperson for the Lake County Sheriff's Office said in a statement that investigators found more videos of what appeared to be adolescent girls changing inside a church bathroom. Further investigation determined that the videos came from a hidden camera installed in one of the church's changing rooms and bathrooms. LOUDOUN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT ACCUSED OF FILMING STUDENTS IN BATHROOM UNDER INVESTIGATION The cameras were no longer present when the Lake County Sheriff's Office went back to inspect the bathroom. Lucas was arrested on Friday evening and taken to Lake County Jail, but was released on a $25,000 bond on Saturday afternoon, according to the sheriff's office. MMA FIGHTER HELPS NAB FLORIDA UNIVERSITY STUDENT LEADER IN SUSPECTED CHILD PREDATOR STING  An arrest affidavit from the sheriff's office said Lucas was listed as an "Overseer" at Fruitland Park's Heritage Community Church. The church released a statement saying that they were "praying for [Lucas] and his family" amid the investigation, but later issued a follow-up statement highlighting their concerns for those impacted. "Our primary concern is for any individuals or families who may have been impacted by these allegations. We recognize the seriousness of situations like this and the deep hurt, confusion, and pain they can cause," the church said in part of a statement to FOX35 Orlando. "Heritage Community Church does not condone conduct that harms others or is inconsistent with our biblical values. We are fully cooperating with law enforcement and any other appropriate authorities and will continue to do so throughout this process. While we await additional information, Heritage Community Church is committed to being open, honest, and transparent with our church family regarding information that we are able to share" the statement continued. The investigation remains ongoing and Fox News Digital has reached out to the Lake County Sheriff's Office for further comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a395c2b1972385678343f6d Ella Langley delivers powerful faith message to crowd during Morgan Wallen concert in Chicago te 2026-06-22T16:00:43.323Z Ella Langley delivers powerful faith message to crowd during Morgan Wallen concert in Chicago Ella Langley continues to push a pro-religion message to her fans. Langley has become the most famous woman in the country music world, and she isn't showing any signs of slowing down. Her music is impressive. The "Nicotine" singer has built a massive online following and she's not shy to share her deep Christian faith. ELLA LANGLEY HAS THE INTERNET BUZZING WITH HER BLACK OUTFIT AND PERFORMANCE AT CMA FEST IN NASHVILLE Langley was performing with Morgan Wallen in Chicago over the weekend, and shared a powerful message before playing her song "Speaking Terms," according to Whiskey Riff. COUNTRY STAR ELLA LANGLEY SAYS 'VERY SCARY' ALABAMA CHURCH HAUNTED HOUSE LED TO HER GETTING 'SAVED AGAIN' The incredibly talented singer said the following, in part, when speaking to the crowd: You can watch Langley's full comments below, and let me know your thoughts at David.Hookstead@outkick.com. This certainly isn't the first time that Langley has gone viral for talking about her Christian faith. She made similar comments a couple of weeks ago when she stated the following: There's no doubt Langley's career will continue to explode, and she will continue to use her platform to share positive messages. Let me know what you think at David.Hookstead@outkick.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3959d31972385678343f0f Joy Reid vows she will no longer vote for Democrats who refuse to pledge ending ties with Israel te 2026-06-22T15:50:43.625Z Joy Reid vows she will no longer vote for Democrats who refuse to pledge ending ties with Israel Former MSNBC host Joy Reid said during an interview on Thursday that she wouldn't vote for a Democrat going forward that did not pledge to end the U.S. relationship with Israel. "The Democratic Party is as married to this Israel over everything. Israel, no matter what, Israel, no matter what they do, no matter how many people they kill, the Democrats were as married to that as the Republicans. And so it would take a really strong Democrat. It would take a Mamdani-style event to get a Democrat to say that they weren't getting down with that," she began during an interview on her podcast with author Ta-Nehisi Coates. Coates and Reid discussed former Vice President Kamala Harris' candidacy, as Coates said a lot of Arab-Americans and Muslim-Americans voted for President Donald Trump in anger against the Biden-Harris administration in 2024. "But to me, I, going forward, cannot vote for a Democrat who does not pledge to end this relationship. This relationship needs to end. This is a nuclear armed expansionist power. They don't need our money, and they definitely won't get my vote," she added in the clip flagged by Mediaite. JOY REID WARNS THAT TRUMP COULD TRANSFORM US MEDIA TO ‘NORTH KOREA’-STYLE PROPAGANDA MACHINE Reid recently raged at the president at a "Rise Up, Sing Out: A Concert for the First Amendment" event, where she delivered a speech condemning "orange a--hole" Trump's impact on the media landscape, warning, "The threat is not coming, friends – it is here." "Don Lemon arrested, Georgia Fort arrested, Terry Moran fired from ABC, Scott Pelley fired from CBS by the clack [sic] of far-right ideologues who bought it and handed it over to a zealot named Bari Weiss who may soon — she earned those boos — she may soon also control CNN," Reid warned in her speech, as the crowd jeered the mention of Weiss. After listing numerous other incidents involving high-profile media figures and networks, she declared, "This is corporate media on its knees. A handful of billionaires consolidating local stations, newspapers, national networks, turning American journalism into what they hope will become a U.S. version of North Korea." Reid's MSNBC show was canceled as part of a programming shake-up at the network in February 2025, prior to the network's separation from NBC in November of last year. JANE FONDA WARNS AMERICA FACES 'EXISTENTIAL' CRISIS AS SHE URGES TURNOUT AT 'NO KINGS' PROTESTS MSNBC became MS NOW after Comcast announced it would spin off its cable networks into its own company called Versant, separating the liberal network from its sister broadcast network NBC, which will remain under the NBCUniversal umbrella. Reid said in an interview earlier this month that she could no longer root for the New York Giants after quarterback Jaxson Dart introduced President Donald Trump on stage. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTURE "I was, you know, really kind of repulsed as a Giants fan — former now — because the reality is Donald Trump is not a normal president," Reid told podcast host Jack Cocchiarella. "Donald Trump is not an American president. Donald Trump is a wannabe king. And we’re in the 250th anniversary of our divorce from the king of England. And Donald Trump is trying to be a king." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3957b51972385678343eb7 Pro wrestler Vinny Pacifico joining MMA stars Paige VanZant and Mickey Gall in new film te 2026-06-22T15:41:41.711Z Pro wrestler Vinny Pacifico joining MMA stars Paige VanZant and Mickey Gall in new film The schedule of an independent professional wrestler is already jam packed with shows, travel, media interviews, training and everything else in between. Adding anything else onto their plates would be a near-impossible task to manage. Pro wrestling star Vinny Pacifico is taking the challenge head on. He will be in a new movie called "The Hours that Keep Us," which features a talented cast from the sports and entertainment industries. The Tommy Dwyer-directed film will feature MMA stars Paige VanZant and Mickey Gall as well as actors Zack Ward and Chelsea Bray. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Pacifico, who was in "Mr. Reset and the Society of Turnbuckle & Bone" and "The Forsaken Few," told Fox News Digital he was ecstatic about the cast for the movie. "That’s going to be absolutely phenomenal," Pacifico said. "The cast is insane. We got Paige VanZant. We got Mickey Gall, Zack Ward, Chelsea Brea and Tommy Dwyer – he’s the director and he’s going to be in it as well. … That film has the craziest cast you could imagine and it’s really exciting. That’s going to be a really fun movie. "It’s one of those things where it’s like you can sit back and you’re like, wow, what a phenomenal group of people from all different industries – wrestling, MMA, film and so many different places. We have so many people in this film. So many different fan bases. It’s a really beautiful thing." Pacifico said "The Hours that Keep Us" will be an anthology-type film with three different stories intertwining with each other. "They’re all dark stories and they each have a connection," he explained. "Bottom line, it’s going to be special, it’s going to be different." Meanwhile, Pacifico is still wrestling in between filming. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM He talked to Fox News Digital about balancing doing everything while keeping his mental health in check. "It hasn’t been easy to be honest. I really have not had any time for myself or just to sit still because even in between, on the days that I’m not wrestling or doing a movie, it’s answering emails, booking more stuff and doing media. … Mental health, I’ll be honest, I haven’t had time to think much," he said. "Of course, being in entertainment, we always go through moments where we have anxiety where we get mad at ourselves. We want more, we want this. We’re always critiquing ourselves in wrestling and films, as an actor. We’re always looking at ourselves like ‘What could we do better?’ But I haven’t had much time to really sit and think about stuff. I kinda have just been go, go, go, which I’m grateful for. "But, it’s not easy because you do have to really, mindfully, take the time to step back and be like, all right, I need a few minutes to just be with my family, be with my friends or just focus on something that’s not work related for just a little. If it consumes you, it’s not always a good thing. For me, it’s like, OK, I did what I needed to do today. When ‘Mr. Reset’ came out, I had nine interviews in a row and then I went to the gym and then I had another interview and I said you know what? OK, I’m gonna do these interviews, I’m gonna go to the gym, I’m gonna everything, and then by 3 p.m., when I’m done with everything, I’m gonna put my phone down and just be with my family and be with my wife and just live. I feel you have to mindfully do those things." Still, Pacifico said he was "grateful" for every opportunity he receives in and out of the ring. "The Hours that Keep Us" is set to start filming next month. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3957a21972385678343eae Cops could be forced into race-based guessing game after Supreme Court move, Thomas joins dissent te 2026-06-22T15:41:22.265Z Cops could be forced into race-based guessing game after Supreme Court move, Thomas joins dissent Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas on Monday dissented from the Supreme Court’s refusal to take up a case that they said forces police officers to create a separate set of rules for racial minorities. "It is dangerous to allow an individual to be treated differently based on statistics, studies, or expert testimony that purports to show that members of the racial or ethnic group to which he belongs are more likely to act in a certain way than are members of other groups," Alito wrote on behalf of himself and Thomas. "Here, the special treatment helped the individual; in other situations it will not." The case, U.S. v. Donte J. Carter, involved a Black man whose firearm and theft convictions were vacated after the D.C. Court of Appeals held that police seized him before they had reasonable suspicion. Officers later recovered a .40-caliber pistol from Carter’s pants and the government said the gun had been stolen from an FBI agent’s vehicle. According to the D.C. court, "black Americans like [Carter] are ‘especially distrustful of law enforcement’" and therefore "‘less likely’ than other people ‘to terminate a police encounter’ due to skepticism that any attempt to exercise their constitutional rights will be respected."  SUPREME COURT REJECTS BOSTON PARENTS' APPEAL CLAIMING RACIAL BIAS IN AN ADMISSIONS POLICY The D.C. court reasoned that Carter’s race was relevant to whether a reasonable person in his position would have felt free to end the police encounter. It ruled that the encounter effectively became a seizure, and that such an action was unlawful because police officers hadn’t established reasonable suspicion before subjecting him to it. Alito and Thomas argued that the D.C. ruling effectively forces law enforcement to treat people differently based on their race, something precedent established by the Supreme Court prohibits. "Under the test, officers will need to quickly assess a person’s race, and if officers and courts must craft special rules for black persons, what about dark-skinned Latinos, other Latinos, and members of other minority groups?" Alito continued. "We have said that our ’Constitution is color-blind.’ It ‘almost never’ allows government actors to treat persons differently based on their race." SUPREME COURT RULES ON KEY VOTING RIGHTS ACT RULE AS REPUBLICANS AND DEMOCRATS WAGE REDISTRICTING WAR To support his claims, Alito cited Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard and Louisiana v. Callais and Shaw v. Reno.  "And we have rejected the proposition that the Constitution permits an individual to be treated differently based on a 'perception that members of the same racial group — regardless of their age, education, economic status, or the community in which they live — think alike,'" Alito wrote, citing Shaw v. Reno. This appears to be a direct challenge to the D.C. Court of Appeals, which lawyers representing the United States argued forced police officers to assume that all black people have the same attitudes toward police officers and would therefore feel uncomfortable exercising constitutional rights in their presence. TRUMP’S FIRING POWER FACES TWIN SUPREME COURT TESTS, BUT ONE AGENCY MAY GET SPECIAL TREATMENT Carter, the individual Alito noted was helped by the case, initially lied to officers by answering in the negative when approached and asked if he was carrying a weapon. The police then asked Carter to pull his pants up, at which point they noticed an L-shaped bulge which was later identified as a .40-caliber pistol that had been stolen from a federal agent’s vehicle. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39578d1972385678343ea2 As Trump weighs troops at the polls, Senate Democrats move to require congressional approval te 2026-06-22T15:41:01.776Z As Trump weighs troops at the polls, Senate Democrats move to require congressional approval Voters fill out their ballots at a Sioux Falls polling place during the South Dakota primary election on June 2, 2026. (Photo by Makenzie Huber/South Dakota Searchlight) U.S. Senate Democrats introduced legislation on Thursday to require Congress to sign off on any deployment of federal troops to the polls, as President Donald Trump and his administration refuse to rule out the idea. Fears of troops or other federal agents at voting sites have long loomed over the approaching midterm elections in November. Democrats and voting rights advocates have grown alarmed in recent months as Trump has publicly entertained the possibility. Other administration officials have mocked or sidestepped questions about possible deployments. The legislation, the Protect Our Polls Act, would require Congress to pass a resolution approving any deployment beforehand. Federal law prohibits troops and other armed federal personnel from polling places, but contains an exception to “repel armed enemies of the United States” — fueling speculation that Trump could invoke this exception to bypass the ban. “He is trying to nationalize the elections and he is telling us in his own words what he is trying to do,” Sen. Elissa Slotkin, a Michigan Democrat, said at a news conference at the Capitol. “On top of that, Trump’s nominees for his Cabinet positions have come up here and refused to rule out uniformed military or federal law enforcement being sent to the polls on Election Day.” White House justification The bill would require the White House, 48 hours before any deployment, to provide Congress with intelligence, legal justifications, deployment plans and evidence that state and local officials are unable to address the threat themselves.  It also prohibits military personnel from using federal funds to access election records, a provision designed to block troops from seizing ballots. Slotkin is offering the bill alongside Sens. Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin, Ruben Gallego and Mark Kelly of Arizona, Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota, Alex Padilla of California, Jacky Rosen of Nevada and Raphael Warnock of Georgia. “One of the things I’m very proud of is that I served to protect the Constitution of the United States and our democracy,” said Gallego, a Marine veteran. “I swore that oath, and the last thing any Marine, sailor, Army, Coastie, Air Force, spacemen — whatever they call them nowadays — wants to do is to undermine that. We’re here to protect democracy, we’re not here to undermine democracy.” White House spokesperson Abigail Jackson said in a statement that if Democrats “really cared about securing our elections,” the party would pass the SAVE America Act.  The legislation would require voters to provide documents, such as a birth certificate or passport, proving their citizenship. The measure has stalled in the Senate amid opposition from Democrats and a handful of Republicans. In May, Trump told reporters that he would “do anything necessary to make sure we have honest elections,” in response to questions about sending National Guard personnel or federal immigration agents to voting locations in November. Amendments blocked At a Senate hearing in April, Slotkin pressed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on sending troops to the polls. He called the questions “another gotcha hypothetical.” The Democratic legislation comes a week after Slotkin said Republicans on the Senate Armed Services Committee blocked two amendments to ban troops at the polls during work on the National Defense Authorization Act. The committee typically works on the defense spending bill behind closed doors. The Protect Our Polls Act has virtually no chance of passing the Republican-controlled Congress. Still, its introduction underscores the level of concern among Democrats as Trump’s efforts to influence the midterm elections come into focus. The Department of Justice has spent a year demanding states turn over unredacted copies of their voter rolls, including sensitive personal data on voters. DOJ officials have said in court that the department wants to share the data with the Department of Homeland Security, which operates a powerful computer program that can identify possible noncitizen voters.  The DOJ has sued 30 states and the District of Columbia for the data, but no judge has so far ruled in the administration’s favor. Investigations The Department of Justice is also engaged in several election-related investigations over past elections.  The FBI raided a Georgia elections warehouse in January and seized ballots from the 2020 election. Election officials have been subpoenaed in Minneapolis and the FBI last week searched the office of an Ohio voting rights group. And Trump signed an executive order that restricts voting by mail. It would require states to provide lists of voters to the U.S. Postal Service before using the mail to send ballots and directs Homeland Security to share lists of voting-age citizens with every state. The order remains in effect for now, despite a series of lawsuits challenging it. “There’s a common theme here,” Padilla said at a Democratic forum on election security on Tuesday. “All of these things are illegal and many unconstitutional.” Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3957641972385678343e86 Congressional Democrats Warn Pulte Against Mass Firings te 2026-06-22T15:40:20.821Z Congressional Democrats Warn Pulte Against Mass Firings Current and former officials say the acting director of national intelligence is planning to announce major cuts to his office as early as Monday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3955361972385678343e52 Chicago's deadly Juneteenth weekend leaves 7 dead as Trump shames Dem gov for inaction te 2026-06-22T15:31:02.944Z Chicago's deadly Juneteenth weekend leaves 7 dead as Trump shames Dem gov for inaction The city of Chicago was rocked by a spate of shootings over the weekend, including a drive-by mass shooting on Juneteenth, leaving seven dead and 38 injured in the Windy City. The shootings prompted President Donald Trump to call on Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker to take action by requesting federal assistance. The Associated Press reported that at least two dozen shooting incidents took place over the weekend, with victims who died ranging in age from 18 to 50. On Friday night, two unidentified individuals fired into a crowd in Princeton Park on Chicago’s South Side, resulting in 12 people — eight males and four females — being hospitalized, according to the AP. That same night, a 29-year-old man named Mario Price was killed in a drive-by shooting in which he was shot in the body and face, according to Fox 32 Chicago. A 70-year-old man who was standing nearby was also shot in the leg but survived. Shootings continued on Saturday and Sunday, resulting in additional deaths and injuries. Besides these, on Thursday, a 14-year-old boy was shot multiple times, resulting in his death, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. The outlet reported that the Midwest Hawks youth football team, of which the boy was a member, mourned his passing, saying in a statement that "there are no words that can ease the pain of a loss like this." AG BLANCHE SLAMS PRITZKER FOR REFUSING HELP AS CHICAGO CRIME SURGES In response to the shootings, Trump shamed Pritzker for not taking action. "Lots of Killing going on in Chicago," Trump wrote on Truth Social. "Why isn’t Governor Pritzker calling me for help. I could make Chicago a safe City in ONE MONTH, in ONE YEAR, it would be one of the safest!!!" The president pointed to his crime crackdown in the nation’s capital, writing, "D.C. went from one of the worst to one of the safest cities in the U.S." Besides Washington, D.C., Trump has also deployed National Guard troops and federal authorities to Portland, Los Angeles and Memphis. After extensive legal challenges, Trump sent several hundred troops to the Chicago area late last year. However, the deployment remained tied up in court, and the troops were demobilized in January. TRUMP'S DC CRIME SUCCESS PUTS SPOTLIGHT ON CHICAGO'S DEADLY 'WAR ZONE' Pritzker, one of the country’s most prominent Democrats and a rumored 2028 presidential frontrunner, has repeatedly declined Trump’s offers to send the National Guard and federal authorities to crack down on crime in Chicago. In a news conference last year, Pritzker stated emphatically, "Mr. President, do not come to Chicago," adding, "You are neither wanted here nor needed here." Pritzker said, "If this were happening in any other country, we would have no trouble calling it what it is — a dangerous power grab." ILLINOIS DEMOCRAT LEADERS BLAST TRUMP PUSH TO SEND NATIONAL GUARD TO CHICAGO In October, Pritzker mocked the notion that Chicago was undergoing a surge in violence during an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show. Dressed in a Kevlar vest and standing in downtown Chicago, the governor quipped, "This is JB Pritzker, reporting from war-torn Chicago. As you can see, there’s utter mayhem and chaos on the ground. It’s quite disturbing." "We’ve seen people being forced to eat hot dogs with ketchup on them, and our deep dish pizza, well, has gone shallow. So, it’s a challenge to survive here in the city of Chicago, but there’s no hellscape that I’d rather be in," said Pritzker. Fox News Digital reached out to Pritzker for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39550c1972385678343e26 WhatsApp gets new chief as Meta taps India’s CRED founder Kunal Shah, and invests $900M in startup te 2026-06-22T15:30:20.455Z WhatsApp gets new chief as Meta taps India’s CRED founder Kunal Shah, and invests $900M in startup WhatsApp gets a new boss, as Will Cathcart moves to a new role at Meta, while Shah steps down as CEO of Indian fintech giant CRED to replace Cathcart. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3952de1972385678343df8 Sports cartoons of the day te 2026-06-22T15:21:02.562Z Sports cartoons of the day Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3952cb1972385678343def Keith Kellogg tells Iranian dissidents the 'window is open' to force regime change in Tehran te 2026-06-22T15:20:43.114Z Keith Kellogg tells Iranian dissidents the 'window is open' to force regime change in Tehran As the Trump administration pushes forward with a new Iran deal, retired Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg told a Paris gathering of the National Council of Resistance of Iran — an exiled Iranian opposition coalition aligned with the People’s Mujahedin Organization of Iran (MEK) — that Tehran’s rulers are weaker than they have been in decades and urged dissidents to seize what he described as a historic opening. "The window is open wider than at any moment in a generation, and windows do not stay open forever," Kellogg said at the two-day event. "The theocratic regime in Tehran will not leave voluntarily. You must force it. The hope is here. Now must come the action." Kellogg, a retired U.S. Army lieutenant general and former U.S. special envoy for Ukraine, framed any disarmament agreement not as an endpoint, but as "the first step of something far larger," saying it should become the foundation for Iran’s future without the current regime. POMPEO SAYS IRANIAN REGIME HAS ARRIVED AT 'NATURAL TERMINUS': 'LET'S NOT WASTE THIS HISTORIC OPPORTUNITY' Maryam Rajavi, the NCRI’s president-elect, used her remarks at the conference to argue that neither war nor negotiations had solved the threat posed by Tehran’s rulers. "A peaceful, non-nuclear Iran is possible only through the overthrow of this regime by the Iranian people and their organized Resistance," Rajavi said, adding that any international agreement to end the war should include an end to executions of political prisoners and the killing of protesters. Kellogg also invoked the NCRI’s 2002 disclosure of Iran’s Natanz and Arak nuclear sites, saying the group should play a role in pushing for strict verification of any agreement. "When I say trust, but verify, understand that verification is not an abstraction to this Council. It is your legacy," he said. "You must be the conscience that ensures every barrel of uranium leaves, every centrifuge stops, and every promise on that page becomes a fact on the ground." The remarks came as NCRI organizers had expected tens of thousands of Iranian expatriates from North America and Europe to attend two days of events in Paris. French authorities banned a planned outdoor rally, citing security threats. A French court later upheld the ban, pointing to specific intelligence about alleged bomb threats and risks of violence involving rival Iranian opposition factions, including possible threats from Iranian regime-linked actors or monarchist groups. FRANCE CONDEMNS IRAN PROTEST CRACKDOWN, WEIGHS SATELLITE INTERNET AID AMID BLACKOUT The NCRI's main member organization is the MEK, which was previously listed as a terrorist organization by the U.S., U.K. and European Union before being delisted in 2012. The group is a major thorn in the side of the Tehran regime and has been the target of alleged Iranian plots in the U.S. and Europe, including a foiled 2018 bomb plot against the group's rally outside Paris. Despite the ban, demonstrators gathered at the site on Saturday. Police ordered the crowd to disperse and arrested around 20 people, a police source told AFP. Ali Safavi, a member of the NCRI’s Foreign Affairs Committee, told Fox News Digital that the French decision amounted to "an unjustifiable act of capitulation," arguing that Paris should have protected the rally rather than banning it, "Rather than yielding to intimidation, France should have defended the fundamental democratic right to peaceful assembly." Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson also criticized the French ban, calling it a "tragic mistake" and saying Western capitals must allow Iranian opposition voices to be heard. IRAN GOES DARK AS REGIME UNLEASHES FORCE, CYBER TOOLS TO CRUSH PROTESTS "If the voices of freedom are to be heard in Iran, then we in the West must allow those voices of freedom to be heard in our capitals and around the world," Johnson said during his speech. Former Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba also addressed the event Saturday, linking Ukraine’s struggle against Russia to the Iranian opposition’s fight against Tehran. Kuleba said Ukrainians had wanted to join the rally and were "appalled" by the French ban, adding, "The people of Ukraine stand by those who defend democracy, freedom, liberty in their lands." He also pointed to Iran’s support for Russia’s war effort, saying that while Russian ballistic missiles were targeting Kyiv, drones using technology "provided to Russia by the current regime in Iran" were also striking Ukraine. "Like you, I know very well what it means to be attacked and killed and destroyed by the regime that currently holds its grip over the people of Iran," Kuleba said. The French government did not immediately respond to a Fox News Digital request for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39509a1972385678343da5 Former Gambino associate turned New Jersey councilman accused of running loansharking ring while in office te 2026-06-22T15:11:22.962Z Former Gambino associate turned New Jersey councilman accused of running loansharking ring while in office A former associate of the Gambino crime family-turned New Jersey councilman was arrested on loansharking and extortion charges after allegedly running an illegal loansharking ring while in office. Councilman John Alite, 63, of Englishtown, was arrested on Friday and charged with multiple counts of theft by extortion, corporate misconduct, usury and terroristic threats, according to the New Jersey Attorney General's office. A second suspect, Stephen Locrotondo, 67, was arrested on usury and conspiracy charges. Officials say that Alite and Locrotondo worked together to give loans with extreme interest rates, while Alite would allegedly threaten "to commit violent acts" in order to collect payment from victims. Alite is also accused of using his company, Straightened-Out Entertainment, Inc., to "promote his criminal scheme." SAMMY 'THE BULL' REVEALS WHY HIS LOVE FOR JOHN GOTTI TURNED INTO PRISON HATE "These arrests are the result of rigorous investigative work and the strong cooperation between the Division of Criminal Justice and New Jersey State Police, who work tirelessly every day in the pursuit of justice," New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport said in a statement. "Our office is dedicated to ensuring that all businesses conduct themselves fairly and lawfully. The conduct alleged in this case was anything but, and we will work to hold those who cheat and steal accountable." Alite was appointed to fill a vacant seat on Englishtown's town council in 2025, nearly 15 years after he was sentenced to 10 years in prison on racketeering charges. He was previously linked to the Gambino crime family and the ex-confidant of John Gotti Jr. MIKE ‘THE SITUATION’ SORRENTINO DISCUSSES ADDICTION RECOVERY, POTENTIAL RUN FOR OFFICE IN NEW JERSEY "Every American is entitled to due process, including John. I will not rush to judgment before the facts are known, and he is entitled to a presumption of innocence while the judicial process unfolds," Englishtown Mayor Daniel Francisco told Fox News Digital in a statement. "Based on currently available information, these allegations are not related to the operations within our Borough, and indeed will be resolved outside of it. In the meantime, our Borough remains focused on serving our residents, advancing downtown development, and delivering two great community events this summer." It is unknown whether Alite will stay in his seat during the investigation. Mayor Francisco said, "John is an elected official chosen by the voters last year. The decision to continue in the position rests solely on him. The Borough and the council have no legal authority over his seat." Fox News Digital reached out to Alite's lawyer, Thomas R. Calcagni, for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3950701972385678343d84 Tu guía para votar: Posturas de candidatos al Concejo Municipal de South Tucson en temas clave te 2026-06-22T15:10:40.470Z Tu guía para votar: Posturas de candidatos al Concejo Municipal de South Tucson en temas clave Read in English Los votantes de South Tucson pronto decidirán quiénes serán los próximos líderes de la ciudad en un momento clave para la toma de decisiones municipales. Ocho candidatos, incluidos tres funcionarios en funciones, compiten por tres puestos con mandatos de cuatro años. Los actuales miembros del concejo municipal que buscan la reelección son Cesar Aguirre, Brian Flagg y la alcaldesa Roxanna Valenzuela. Los otros candidatos son Diana Moreno-Sears, Christopher Dodson, Zeke Cook, Deborah Federico y el empresario local Eduardo Baca, de Baca Upholstery. La elección primaria se llevará a cabo el 21 de julio y la votación anticipada comenzará el 24 de junio. Los tres candidatos que obtengan la mayoría de los votos serán declarados electos. Las elecciones de South Tucson son no partidistas, lo que significa que la afiliación política de los candidatos no aparece en la boleta. No se celebran elecciones generales a menos que haya otras propuestas en la boleta, lo cual no ocurrirá este año. Los candidatos electos asumirán sus cargos alrededor de finales de noviembre, para alinearse con otras ciudades que sí celebran elecciones generales. Posteriormente, el concejo municipal nominará y elegirá a su nuevo alcalde el primer martes después de que los integrantes electos tomen posesión. Los residentes pueden votar por correo o depositar sus boletas en la Biblioteca Pública Sam Lena, ubicada en 1607 S. 6th Ave. ¿Qué está en juego? En febrero, el concejo municipal puso fin a su contrato con Flock Safety para el uso de lectores automáticos de placas vehiculares, citando preocupaciones relacionadas con la privacidad. El tema ha generado un debate más amplio dentro del concejo sobre las distintas visiones en torno a la seguridad pública, justo cuando South Tucson analiza cómo utilizar una donación de 1 millón de dólares de la Tribu Pascua Yaqui destinada a la seguridad pública. Otro asunto igualmente importante es la eliminación del impuesto a los alimentos, una de las dos fuentes principales de ingresos de la ciudad, en medio de un déficit presupuestario de 400,000 dólares. En abril, el concejo eliminó el impuesto de 1.5% sobre los alimentos, argumentando preocupaciones sobre la asequibilidad para los residentes de South Tucson, muchos de los cuales ya enfrentan dificultades económicas. El impuesto generaba 121,000 dólares en ingresos y fue eliminado pese a la recomendación del gerente de finanzas de la ciudad, quien sugirió asegurar primero la llegada de una tienda de comestibles a South Tucson antes de eliminarlo. South Tucson es un municipio de 1.2 millas cuadradas, rodeado por la Ciudad de Tucson, pero con su propio concejo municipal, administrador municipal, presupuesto, departamentos de policía y bomberos. Cuenta con un presupuesto anual de 35.5 millones de dólares, de los cuales 28 millones corresponden a fondos restringidos, es decir, recursos destinados a proyectos o departamentos específicos. Con una población de 4,550 habitantes, casi el 30% de los residentes vive por debajo del nivel de pobreza, más del doble de la tasa de Tucson, que es del 14%, según la Oficina del Censo de Estados Unidos. También es una comunidad diversa, donde las comunidades indígenas e inmigrantes hispanas representan casi una de cada cinco personas. La supervivencia ha sido parte de la historia de esta pequeña ciudad, algo que ha inculcado un profundo sentido de orgullo entre generaciones de habitantes de South Tucson. Los miembros del concejo que resulten electos deberán tomar decisiones que afectarán directamente a sus residentes, como la manera en que abordarán la seguridad pública y cómo garantizarán la sostenibilidad financiera de la ciudad. Dónde se posicionan los candidatos Para ayudar a los votantes a comprender qué piensan los candidatos y cuáles son sus propuestas, Arizona Luminaria les hizo dos preguntas sobre algunos de los asuntos más importantes que enfrenta la ciudad. Los candidatos tuvieron una semana para responder. Todas las respuestas fueron presentadas por escrito, excepto las de Brian Flagg, quien respondió por teléfono y cuyas respuestas fueron editadas ligeramente por razones de extensión, y Eduardo Baca, quien respondió en español durante una entrevista realizada en su negocio. Moreno-Sears y el actual concejal Aguirre no respondieron a las preguntas pese a múltiples intentos de contacto. Ninguno de los dos tiene un sitio web de campaña ni ha hecho comentarios públicos sobre sus posturas. Aguirre es voluntario en Casa Maria Soup Kitchen, una organización católica sin fines de lucro dirigida por Flagg, donde también colabora Valenzuela. Los tres realizaron una campaña conjunta en 2022 y, de acuerdo con las actas de las reuniones del concejo, votaron de la misma manera en todas las ordenanzas aprobadas durante los últimos ocho meses. ¿Qué significa para usted la seguridad pública y cuáles son algunas soluciones clave para fortalecerla en South Tucson? Zeke Cook — Para mí, la seguridad pública significa proporcionar a los residentes banquetas en buen estado, iluminación adecuada, cruces peatonales y semáforos. Significa no vivir con temor a sufrir una agresión o un robo. El método más eficaz para aumentar la seguridad pública es instalar cámaras lectoras de placas vehiculares. Las cámaras de Flock estuvieron operando apenas seis meses, pero contribuyeron a 14 arrestos y a resolver un caso de homicidio. A pesar de ese éxito, el actual concejo decidió retirarlas. A finales de mayo, ladrones robaron cableado de cobre de postes de alumbrado público, causando daños estimados en 39,000 dólares. Esto ocurrió en una zona que anteriormente estaba cubierta por las cámaras de Flock. Sin video, no hay pistas. Retener a los agentes de policía permite mantener las relaciones con la comunidad, lo que hace que todos estén más seguros. Sin embargo, nuestros oficiales reciben salarios significativamente más bajos que los de departamentos vecinos. Ofrecer una remuneración competitiva resolvería ese problema. Christopher Dodson — La seguridad pública es una de mis principales preocupaciones y una responsabilidad fundamental del gobierno local. Desde el primer día trabajaré para librar a nuestra comunidad del tráfico abierto de drogas, la prostitución y la trata de personas que afectan a South Sixth. El crimen en South Tucson es una elección. Brian Flagg — La seguridad pública significa tener una fuerte presencia policial y de bomberos, pero también se trata de medidas preventivas. En este concejo hemos podido hacer cosas como financiar el Centro Juvenil John Valenzuela, y eso también está relacionado con la seguridad pública porque los jóvenes están en el centro juvenil en lugar de meterse en problemas, así que está conectado con la seguridad pública. La seguridad pública significa que nuestros policías practiquen la vigilancia comunitaria, y estamos tratando de impulsar la idea de que salgan de sus patrullas, salgan de la estación y hablen con la gente, exigiendo responsabilidad. Tuvimos un proyecto en el que limpiamos South Tucson junto con Barrio Restoration. Parte de eso consiste en hablar con las personas y decirles: “No consuman fentanilo ni permanezcan aquí en las calles. Si lo hacen, tendrán que irse de la ciudad”. Se trata de exigir responsabilidad a quienes comen aquí, utilizan servicios aquí o incluso viven aquí. Sean miembros responsables de la comunidad o sigan su camino. Deborah Federico — South Tucson suele ser retratada como una ciudad plagada de crimen. Quienes viven aquí saben que eso no es cierto. Merecemos seguridad como cualquier otra comunidad, y eso comienza con un departamento que tenga financiamiento, personal y equipo suficientes para hacer su trabajo. Pero no podemos resolver el problema del fentanilo y la falta de vivienda únicamente mediante arrestos. La verdadera seguridad significa llegar a las personas antes de que enfrenten una crisis, utilizando todas las herramientas que tenemos, no solo una patrulla, y sin dejar pasar subvenciones y alianzas por las que otras ciudades compiten. También significa rendición de cuentas. El dinero entregado a esta ciudad para seguridad pública debe destinarse a la seguridad pública. Utilicen la donación de 1 millón de dólares de la Tribu Pascua Yaqui para la policía, tal como recomendó el propio comité de la ciudad, en lugar de dejarlo sin usar. Y restablezcan las cámaras de Flock que, según el jefe Denogean, contribuyeron a 14 arrestos y a la recuperación de ocho vehículos en seis meses, manteniendo nuestros datos bajo control local. Escuchen a los residentes y luego construyan lo que merecen. Eduardo Baca — Para que las cosas funcionen bien en South Tucson, necesitamos una buena policía. Necesitamos personas que ayuden a reducir el crimen, el desorden y la falta de vivienda; hay muchas personas sin hogar en las calles y con frecuencia hacen cosas que no deberían hacer. Primero hablaría con la comunidad y después con el Concejo Municipal para ver si podemos hacer algo para limpiar la ciudad y poner fin a todo este caos. Roxanna Valenzuela — La seguridad pública significa garantizar que nuestros servicios de emergencia estén plenamente equipados y que nuestros agentes tengan la capacitación necesaria para servir con dignidad. Hemos invertido millones en nuestro departamento de seguridad pública y hemos logrado algunos de los tiempos de respuesta más rápidos de la región, además de alcanzar el objetivo de contar con 15 agentes plenamente asignados. Para fortalecer estos avances, debemos mantener esos tiempos de respuesta mientras invertimos activamente en programas de prevención del delito juvenil para romper ciclos generacionales. La verdadera seguridad es preventiva, no sólo reactiva. Al apoyar a nuestros socorristas y, al mismo tiempo, brindar oportunidades a nuestros jóvenes, creamos un entorno seguro donde las familias pueden prosperar y los negocios locales pueden invertir con confianza. En medio de un déficit presupuestario de 400,000 dólares y de la reciente eliminación del impuesto a los alimentos, ¿qué hará para garantizar que South Tucson sea financieramente sostenible? Zeke Cook — A principios de julio, el déficit proyectado era de aproximadamente 400,000 dólares. Probablemente esa cifra es optimista porque incluye un pago de 220,000 dólares del condado de Pima, aunque el abogado de la ciudad, Jon Paladini, le ha dicho al concejo que el condado no ha encontrado una manera legal de realizar dicho pago. El presupuesto tampoco incluye el aumento esperado en los costos del seguro médico para los empleados. En esencia, la ciudad necesita aumentar sus ingresos fiscales en aproximadamente 2 millones de dólares al año para elevar los salarios del personal a niveles competitivos y equilibrar el presupuesto. Si todo ese incremento proviniera del impuesto sobre privilegios de transacción, eso implicaría que necesitamos aumentar las ventas minoristas en 40 millones de dólares. La zona deteriorada de nuestro lado sur, a lo largo de la I-10, está lista para una reurbanización responsable. Necesitamos los ingresos fiscales provenientes de nuevas inversiones para pagar los servicios de la ciudad. Si fracasamos, habrá menos policías y una menor calidad de vida. Christopher Dodson — South Tucson está al borde de la bancarrota. El actual concejo engañó a nuestros ciudadanos con un departamento de bomberos subcontratado y una de las tasas de impuesto sobre ventas más altas de Arizona. La eliminación del impuesto a los alimentos llegó demasiado tarde y es insuficiente. Estamos tan lejos de la sostenibilidad que considero que una meta más apropiada sería la supervivencia. Debemos empezar a administrar nuestro gobierno como un negocio y no como una organización sin fines de lucro. Brian Flagg — No creo que sea el fin del mundo si el presupuesto no está completamente equilibrado. Ya no existe el impuesto a los alimentos y eso es algo positivo porque la gente pagará menos en el supermercado. Eliminar ese impuesto es una declaración que dice que hablamos en serio cuando decimos que queremos desarrollo económico; es como decir que estamos abiertos a los negocios. Tendremos que adaptarnos mientras todavía no contamos con empresas que reemplacen a Food City. Estamos intentando lograrlo y estamos dispuestos a sacar dinero de nuestro presupuesto para impulsar el desarrollo económico y atraer negocios, especialmente una tienda de comestibles. Y si uno espera hasta tener a alguien comprometido para instalarse aquí, creo que eso nunca ocurrirá. Deborah Federico — South Tucson tiene un déficit de 400,000 dólares y seguimos tomando decisiones sin un plan. Eliminamos el impuesto a los alimentos y renunciamos a aproximadamente 173,000 dólares al año mientras enfrentamos ese déficit. Recurrir al impuesto sobre ventas, que ya es del 11%, tampoco es una mejor solución. La respuesta no está en una sola votación. Está en la disciplina. Somos el puente entre el centro de la ciudad y el lado sur, con algunos de los mejores restaurantes de comida mexicana en nuestras calles. Deberíamos ser un destino, no un lugar de paso. Durante años nos han dicho que temamos a la gentrificación mientras los locales comerciales sobre South 6th y 4th permanecen vacíos. El miedo no llena un local comercial. Debemos hacer que abrir un negocio aquí sea rápido y económico, atraer una tienda de comestibles y buscar todas las fuentes externas de financiamiento posibles: subvenciones federales, alianzas con tribus y un censo completo. También necesitamos algo de lo que hemos carecido, un Plan Integral actualizado y una contabilidad transparente de cada dólar. Esa es la disciplina con la que Zeke Cook y yo estamos haciendo campaña. Eduardo Baca — Antes que nada, intentaría lograr que el Concejo Municipal alcance acuerdos para reducir los precios. Lucharía para bajar el costo de la gasolina, las rentas y todo aquello con lo que actualmente la gente está batallando. Roxanna Valenzuela — Abordar un déficit de 400,000 dólares requiere hacer que el gobierno municipal sea más eficiente e impulsar el desarrollo económico local. Estamos simplificando activamente las operaciones municipales y reduciendo costos operativos innecesarios para proteger los servicios esenciales. Eliminar el impuesto a los alimentos fue una medida necesaria para aliviar la carga de las familias que enfrentan dificultades económicas, reducir el costo de vida e intentar atraer otra tienda de comestibles a la ciudad. Para construir una sostenibilidad financiera a largo plazo, debemos fomentar agresivamente un entorno favorable para los negocios locales que genere nuevos ingresos. Al reducir gastos innecesarios y priorizar un crecimiento económico estratégico, podemos cerrar la brecha presupuestaria, apoyar a nuestros residentes y construir una economía resiliente. Créditos Traducción: Beatriz Limón  Mantén informada a Arizona El equipo de Arizona Luminaria está trabajando incansablemente para ofrecerte reportajes en profundidad sobre las elecciones de Arizona 2026. Ayúdanos a continuar con esta labor tan importante donando hoy a nuestra sala de redacción sin fines de lucro. The post Tu guía para votar: Posturas de candidatos al Concejo Municipal de South Tucson en temas clave appeared first on AZ Luminaria. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39505d1972385678343d7b Your voter guide: Where South Tucson City Council candidates stand on key issues te 2026-06-22T15:10:21.016Z Your voter guide: Where South Tucson City Council candidates stand on key issues Leer en español Voters in South Tucson will soon decide the next wave of leaders at a pivotal moment in the city’s decision-making process. Eight candidates — including three incumbents — are running for three seats with four-year terms.  Current city council members running for reelection are Cesar Aguirre, Brian Flagg and Mayor Roxanna Valenzuela.  The other candidates running are Diana Moreno-Sears, Christopher Dodson, Zeke Cook, Deborah Federico and local business owner Eduardo Baca from Baca Upholstery. The primary election is July 21 with early voting beginning June 24. The three candidates who receive the majority vote are declared to be elected into office. South Tucson elections are nonpartisan, meaning there is no representation of a candidate’s political party on the ballot. General elections are not held unless there are other propositions on the ballot, which there aren’t this year. Candidates are sworn in around the end of November, to align with other cities who do hold general elections. The city council then nominates and votes in their new mayor on the first Tuesday following their swearing in.  Residents can vote by mail or drop off their ballots at the Sam Lena Public Library at 1607 S. Sixth Ave.  What’s at stake?  In February, the city council ended its license plate reader contract with Flock Safety, citing concerns over privacy. The issue has brought forth a broader discussion in the council about their differing views on public safety, and comes just as South Tucson is figuring out what to do with a $1 million gift from the Pascua Yaqui Tribe for public safety.  Another equally important matter is the slashing of the grocery tax — one of two of the city’s revenue sources — amid a $400,000 budget deficit. In April, the council cut the 1.5% grocery tax, citing concerns over affordability for South Tucson residents, many of whom are already under economic stress. The tax brought in $121,000 in revenue and was eliminated against the recommendation of their finance manager, who suggested securing a grocery retailer who would move into South Tucson before cutting the tax. South Tucson is a 1.2 square mile municipality surrounded by the City of Tucson with its own city council, city manager, budget, police and fire departments.  It has a yearly budget of $35.5 million, with $28 million of that being restricted funds, or set funds designated to a specific project or department. With a population of 4,550 people, nearly 30% of residents live below the poverty line, more than double the rate in Tucson which is 14%, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. It’s also diverse, with Indigenous and Hispanic immigrant communities making up nearly one in five people. Survival has been a part of this small city’s history, something that has instilled a deep sense of pride into the many generations of South Tucsonans. The elected council members will have to make decisions that will directly impact their constituents, such as how they want to address public safety and how they will ensure the financial sustainability of the city. Where the candidates stand To give voters an insight into what the candidates think and plan to do, Arizona Luminaria asked each candidate two questions about some of the city’s most pressing issues. Candidates were given one week to respond. All responses were submitted in written format except for Flagg, who answered the questions over the phone, with light editing for length; and Baca, who responded in Spanish, in-person at his place of business.  Moreno-Sears and incumbent Aguirre did not respond to questions despite multiple attempts to contact them. Neither have campaign websites nor have made any public comments regarding their positions. Aguirre volunteers with Casa Maria Soup Kitchen, a Catholic worker nonprofit  headed by Flagg, where Valenzuela also volunteers. The three ran a joint campaign in 2022 and for every ordinance passed within the past eight months, they voted the same way, according to meeting minutes. What does public safety mean to you and what are some key solutions you have for strengthening public safety in South Tucson? Zeke Cook — Public safety for me means providing citizens with sidewalks in good repair, adequate lighting, crosswalks and traffic lights. It means not being in fear of assault or burglary. The most effective method to increase public safety is installing license plate reading cameras. The Flock cameras were up for only six months, but led to 14 arrests and one solved murder. Despite this success, the current council took the cameras down. At the end of May, thieves took copper wires from street lamps, causing an estimated $39,000 in damage. This was in an area that was previously covered by Flock. No video, no leads. Retaining police officers allows community relationships to be maintained, making everyone safer. But our police officers are paid significantly less than neighboring departments. Offering competitive pay will solve this issue. Christopher Dodson — Public Safety is at the forefront of my concerns and a foundational responsibility of local government. I will make it a day one effort to rid our community of the open air drug, prostitution, and human trafficking that plagues South Sixth. Crime in South Tucson is a choice.  Brian Flagg — Public safety is having a strong police and fire presence (but it) is also about preventative measures. On this council, we’ve been able to do things like fund the John Valenzuela Youth Center and that’s also related to public safety because kids are at the youth center instead of getting in trouble, so it’s connected to public safety. Public safety means our cops doing community policing, and we’re trying to further the whole idea of being out of your cars, out of the station, talking with the people, demanding accountability. We had a project where we (cleaned up) South Tucson along with Barrio Restoration. A part of that is talking to people and saying, “don’t do fentanyl and lay out here in the streets. If you do, you’re going to have to leave town.” So it’s demanding accountability from people who eat here, use services here or even live here. Be a responsible community person or get down the road. Deborah Federico — South Tucson gets painted as crime-ridden. The people who live here know better. We deserve safety like anywhere else, and that starts with a department that is funded, staffed, and equipped to do the job. But we can’t only arrest our way out of fentanyl and homelessness. Real safety means reaching people before the crisis, using every tool we have, not just a patrol car, and not leaving grants and partnerships on the table that other cities fight for. It also means accountability. Money given to this city for public safety should go to public safety. Put the Pascua Yaqui Tribe’s $1 million gift toward the police, as the city’s own committee recommended, instead of letting it sit. And restore the Flock cameras Chief Denogean credited with 14 arrests and 8 recovered vehicles in six months, with our data kept local. Listen to residents, then build what they deserve. Eduardo Baca — To ensure things go well in South Tucson, we need good policing. We need people to help cut down on crime, disorder, and the homelessness — there are so many homeless people around, and they’re often doing things they shouldn’t be. First, I would speak with the community, and then with the City Council, to see if we could do something to clean things up and put a stop to all the chaos. Roxanna Valenzuela — Public safety means ensuring our emergency services are fully equipped, and our officers have the necessary training to serve with dignity. We have invested millions in our public safety department and built some of the fastest response times in the region and reached a milestone of 15 fully staffed officers. To strengthen this, we must maintain these response times while actively investing in youth crime prevention programs to break generational cycles. True safety is proactive, not just reactive. By supporting our first responders and simultaneously uplifting our youth, we create a secure environment where families can thrive, and local businesses can invest with confidence. Amid a $400,000 budget deficit and the recent cutting of the grocery tax, what are some things you will do to ensure South Tucson is financially sustainable? Zeke Cook — As of early July, the projected deficit is about $400,000. This is probably optimistic because it includes a $220K payment from Pima County, even though city attorney Jon Paladini has told the council that the County can’t figure out a legal way to make said payment. The budget also fails to include the expected rise in employee health insurance costs. Essentially, the city needs an increase of about two million dollars a year in tax revenue to bring staff salaries up to par, and balance the budget. If it all comes from the transaction privilege tax, that implies that we need a forty million dollar increase in retail sales. The blighted area, on our South side, along I-10 is ripe for responsible redevelopment. We need the tax revenue from new investments to pay for our city’s services. If we fail, there will be fewer police and lower quality of life. Christopher Dodson — South Tucson is on the verge of bankruptcy. Our current council bamboozled our citizens into an outsourced fire department and one of the highest sales tax rates in Arizona. The grocery tax is a day late and dollar short. We are so far from sustainability I feel a more appropriate goal would be survival. We must start treating our government as a business rather than a nonprofit.  Brian Flagg — I don’t think it’s the end of the world if the budget isn’t totally balanced. There’s no grocery tax now and that’s a good thing because people will pay less at the grocery store. Not having a grocery tax is a statement that says we’re serious about economic development, it’s like saying we’re open for business. We’ll just have to make it to the extent that we don’t have those businesses here right now, at this moment to replace Food City. We’re trying to do it, and we’re willing to do something like take some money out of our budget and do some economic development, to try to get businesses in here, especially a grocery store. And if you just wait till you have somebody lined up. It’s like, I don’t think that’ll ever happen.  Deborah Federico — South Tucson has a $400,000 hole, and we keep making decisions without a plan. We cut the grocery tax and gave up about $173,000 a year while staring at that deficit. Reaching for the sales tax, already 11%, is no better. The fix is not one vote. It is discipline. We are the bridge between downtown and the south side, with some of the best Mexican food anywhere on our streets. We should be a destination, not a speed bump. For years we have been told to fear gentrification while storefronts on South 6th and 4th sit empty. Dread does not fill a storefront. Make it quick and cheap to open here, recruit a grocer, and chase every outside dollar: federal grants, tribal partnerships, a full census. We also need what we’ve gone without: an updated Comprehensive Plan, and honest accounting of every dollar. That is the discipline Zeke Cook and I are running on. Eduardo Baca — First of all, I would try to get the city council to have an agreement that would lower prices. I would fight to lower fuel prices, rent and for everything that right now people are struggling with.  Roxanna Valenzuela — Addressing a $400,000 deficit requires making city government leaner and driving local economic development. We are actively streamlining municipal operations and cutting unnecessary operational costs to protect vital services. Eliminating the grocery tax was a necessary step to alleviate burdens on struggling families and lower the cost of living and an attempt to bring in another grocery store. To build long-term financial sustainability, we must aggressively foster a thriving local business environment that generates new revenue. By cutting waste and prioritizing targeted economic growth, we can bridge the budget gap, support our residents, and build a resilient economy. Keep Arizona Informed Arizona Luminaria’s staff is working tirelessly to bring you in-depth reporting on Arizona’s 2026 elections. Help us continue this important work by donating to our nonprofit newsroom today. The post Your voter guide: Where South Tucson City Council candidates stand on key issues appeared first on AZ Luminaria. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a394e2f1972385678343ae3 Oliver Tree's loved ones reveal his final wish as singer's body returns to California after helicopter crash te 2026-06-22T15:01:03.008Z Oliver Tree's loved ones reveal his final wish as singer's body returns to California after helicopter crash Oliver Tree's loved ones are honoring his wishes by establishing a foundation in his name following his tragic passing. On Sunday, just one week after the 32-year-old singer died in a helicopter accident in Brazil, Tree's representatives shared an update on his official Instagram account. "Rest in peace Oliver Tree Nickell," the Instagram post began. "Your legacy will live on forever." "Oliver is now back in California where he can finally rest," the message continued. "His legacy will live on through his foundation/endowment named 'Dr. Oliver Tree’s Extremely Epic Grant For Baby Geniuses' coming soon. This is something that Oliver had put together before his passing, written in his will. We will make sure his wish comes to fruition so that more joy, love and art can be spread into the world. That was his final wish." ERIC DANE'S FRIENDS LAUNCH $250K GOFUNDME FOR DAUGHTERS AFTER 'GREY'S ANATOMY' STAR LOSES ALS BATTLE "Thank you to everyone who has reached out, shown love, support and has done incredible tributes for Oliver," the post continued. "The constant love, support and positivity is helping the family, friends and collaborators make it through these extremely difficult times." "Love you all so much, Oliver would be so proud of every one of his supporters, friends and family," the message concluded. "Peace be with Oliver … The California native was among six people killed when two helicopters collided in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on June 14, according to The Associated Press. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Rio de Janeiro’s Military Fire Department said that one of the helicopters crashed into a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked, igniting a fire that was extinguished, the AP reported. Tree recently performed in São Paulo, Brazil, on June 6 as part of his world tour in support of his latest album, "Love You Madly, Hate You Badly." JIMMY BUFFETT'S $275M ESTATE BECOMES CENTER OF HEATED INHERITANCE DISPUTE Other victims identified in the crash include passengers Lucas Vignale, Gaspar Prim and Lucas Brito Chaves, and pilots Alexandre Souza and Charles Marsillac, according to CNN Brazil. Tree made eerie comments about his will just weeks before his death. During an appearance on the "Zach Sang Show" in April, the 32-year-old singer opened up about what he wanted to happen to his wealth after his passing. GARY SINISE FINDS HEALING IN HIS LATE SON’S MUSIC, SAYS HE LEFT A ‘TREASURE CHEST’ OF SIGNS BEHIND "I don’t believe that any of the wealth, or the things that get made from it, is mine," the singer said. "So when I die, my will is set up that when I pass, my family, no one’s going to get a penny." LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "I’ll get my kids through college. That’s the agreement," he continued. "But there’s not going to be a silver spoon." Tree, who set up his foundation before his death, said he wants his money to "go back to artists." "You’re not allowed to buy equipment with the money. You’re not allowed to go get education and schooling with the money," he said. "You have to physically hire people to physically produce stuff — and you’re allowed to rent equipment to make things. "I have basically a committee that I’ve set up when I pass — and I plan to do it while I’m alive — where basically everyone will vote on who the money goes to each year." "But there’s room for other money, because when I die, my art will have residual value and will probably be worth more than it is now," he added. "People will finally appreciate my stupid f---ing videos and my stupid f---ing songs. That’s when people appreciate you, when you’re not there anymore." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a394e1b1972385678343ada Dusty May leaving Michigan for Dallas Mavericks after leading Wolverines to national championship te 2026-06-22T15:00:43.553Z Dusty May leaving Michigan for Dallas Mavericks after leading Wolverines to national championship Michigan head coach Dusty May is leaving the college ranks and heading to the NBA. OutKick has confirmed that May is finalizing a deal to become the next head coach of the Dallas Mavericks, ending a highly successful two-year run in Ann Arbor and creating one of the biggest coaching shakeups of the offseason. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE The move comes just months after May guided Michigan to the 2026 national championship, cementing his status as one of the hottest coaching names in basketball. The 49-year-old compiled a 64-13 record with the Wolverines. MICHIGAN MEN'S BASKETBALL ANNOUNCES 2026-27 BIG TEN OPPONENTS May will take over a Mavericks franchise looking to rebound after a disappointing 26-56 season that led to the dismissal of former head coach Jason Kidd. He inherits a roster built around reigning NBA Rookie of the Year Cooper Flagg, who averaged 21.0 points per game last season and is viewed as the cornerstone of Dallas' future. May's rise through the coaching profession has been one of the sport's most notable success stories. After leading Florida Atlantic to a surprise Final Four appearance in 2023, he accepted the Michigan job in 2024 and quickly turned the Wolverines back into a national powerhouse. Over his final four seasons as a college head coach, May posted a remarkable 124-26 record. His departure leaves Michigan facing an unexpected coaching search during the summer. The Wolverines return a talented roster that includes Final Four Most Outstanding Player Elliot Cadeau, rising sophomore Trey McKenney and several high-profile transfers. Under NCAA rules, though, players will have an opportunity to reevaluate their futures once a new head coach is hired. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39496b1972385678343a35 Supreme Court reinstates conviction in 1979 Etan Patz murder te 2026-06-22T14:40:43.056Z Supreme Court reinstates conviction in 1979 Etan Patz murder The U.S. Supreme Court reinstated a murder conviction in the 1979 disappearance of New York City 6-year-old Etan Patz. It was a 6-3 decision. This is a breaking news story and will be updated Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39471319723856783439e2 AG Blanche says World Cup shooting suspect may be dead, as police remain vigilant te 2026-06-22T14:30:43.413Z AG Blanche says World Cup shooting suspect may be dead, as police remain vigilant Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche says the suspect responsible for opening fire near the FIFA World Cup over the weekend in Kansas City, Missouri, may be dead. However, police have yet to confirm the suspect is, in fact, deceased. In an interview with Fox & Friends host Lawrence Jones, Blanche said he believes 22-year-old Oscar Sanchez-Munoz, who is allegedly tied to a string of highway shootings near Arrowhead Stadium, is deceased. "We think we got him tracked to a house in Missouri. We're still looking into whether he's there and what condition he's in," Blanche said. FOLLOW US ON X Over the weekend, the FBI Kansas City field office announced a $25,000 reward for anyone who can provide information leading to the arrest of Sanchez-Munoz, who is considered "armed and dangerous." GET BREAKING NEWS BY EMAIL A multi-agency search started last week when investigators say the suspect opened fire on multiple vehicles while driving on I-70 in the city; one person was killed and a few others were injured in those shootings. CLICK HERE FOR MORE US NEWS "He's out there allegedly just shooting multiple different places and you have somebody dead — and so hopefully, we got him," Blanche said. When asked about the possibility of the suspect being deceased, a spokesperson for the Kansas City, Missouri, Police Department said to Fox News, "I just spoke with our investigators and they have not received any information that the suspect was located deceased." Attorney General Blanche says more information is expected to be released on Monday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3944e21972385678343993 New York golf fans deserve to be called out, Sam Burns has a good cry, Wyndham Clark's best shot at Shinnecock te 2026-06-22T14:21:22.355Z New York golf fans deserve to be called out, Sam Burns has a good cry, Wyndham Clark's best shot at Shinnecock Wyndham Clark is a two-time U.S. Open champion, and he not only had to conquer the extremely difficult test that is Shinnecock Hills to accomplish that feat, but also had to combat the most hostile and over-the-top fan environments perhaps ever seen at a major championship. The galleries at Shinnecock did not help the growing sentiment that New York fans may be the worst in sports, and they deserve to be called out. As for the actual round of golf that Clark put together to find the winner's circle, it was far from a perfect final round as he signed for a 3-over 73 to win by one, but two shots in particular will stand out for quite some time. One of the two should get the nod over the other in terms of both ridiculousness and where he grabbed a hold of the tournament. While Clark was celebrating his second U.S. Open title in three years, the man he beat by a shot, Sam Burns, was shedding tears inside the media center at Shinnecock. The tears weren't solely a result of coming up short at another major, but more so about the message his dad shared with him after Burns' Sunday surge up the leader board came up just short. This is Par Talk, a weekly read to get you caught up on all the happenings that took place in professional golf that you need to know. You can follow Mark on X @itismarkharris and email him at mark.harris@outkick.com. The fan behavior towards Wyndham Clark during Sunday's final round at Shinnecock was ludicrous, but also so on-the-nose typical of what we've grown to expect from fans attending an event on Long Island, New York. Earlier this month, you had New York Knicks fans get violent in the streets during the NBA Finals. Turn the clock back to September, and Ryder Cup fans at Bethpage Black, also located on Long Island, embarrassed themselves for three consecutive days. Things are expected to get a bit out of hand when we're discussing a team's first title in over 50 years and at the Ryder Cup, held on U.S. soil, when it's America against Europe. What we saw and heard from fans while Wyndham Clark was trying to win his national open on one of the finest courses in his home country on Sunday was beyond the pale. It's entirely fine if Clark isn't your cup of tea, and he has made mistakes in the recent past, but it's hard to fathom the punishment he received for five straight hours on Sunday fit his "crimes." Clark threw his driver through an advertisement sign during the final round of the 2025 PGA Championship, breaking his club in the process. A month later, he took apart two lockers inside the Oakmont clubhouse in a fit of rage after missing the cut in the 2025 U.S. Open. Both of those things were unacceptable, and he's taken on his earned criticism, but people make mistakes, and emotions get the best of players in this ridiculous game. WYNDHAM CLARK DOESN'T HAVE TO BE LOVED, BUT HE DOES HAVE TO BE RESPECTED AFTER US OPEN TRIUMPH AT SHINNECOCK Combining Clark's past mistakes, his personality that can rub some people the wrong way, plus the fact that he was playing alongside Scottie Scheffler chasing the career grand slam, and you have a recipe for hostility. That doesn't mean every ounce of class and decency should be tossed aside, as we saw from fans on Sunday. Countless shouts for his ball to find a bunker the moment he made contact with it, cheers when an approach shot rolled off the putting surface, and minor roars after each of his five bogeys during the final round. Things got so bad before Clark had even made the turn that you couldn't help but feel sympathy for the guy. WYNDHAM CLARK SURVIVES HOSTILE CROWD AND SAM BURNS CHARGE TO WIN SECOND US OPEN AT SHINNECOCK HILLS One of the beauties of sports is that fans are forced to pick a side, but there is a stark difference in cheering for your side and aggressively cheering against the opposition with zero form of decency. New York sports fans will cling to the typical "everything is tougher in New York," but that excuse is beyond tired at this point. When looking back on Clark's final round on Sunday, two specific shots stand out: the wedge shot he hit into the Par 4 10th hole and his layup on the par-5 16th hole out of a horrifying lie in the fescue. Here's a look at Clark's flip wedge into the 10th green while leading by one at the time: And here is what he somehow maneuvered out of the nasty stuff on the 16th, still holding onto the one-shot advantage: Most will circle the iron shot on 16 as the most impressive shot that Clark hit on Sunday, given the lie, the fact it came late in the round, and the potential nightmare that loomed if he didn't make perfect contact. It's undoubtedly a shot he and the golf world will remember for quite some time, but the wedge on 10 was otherworldly. Clark pushed driver off the tee, which is a move nobody else pulled on Sunday, and was met with a shot you either execute perfectly or you walk off the green with a bogey, at best. A wedge that isn't clipped to perfection ends up rolling right back to your feet, and Clark immediately goes from leader to chaser. How he produced the amount of spin on the shot from just 61 yards away defied reality. Knocking it to four feet and making the slippery birdie putt was the moment he grabbed the momentum of the golf tournament back. Wyndham Clark's dad surprising him on the 18th green as he became a two-time major champion on Sunday reflected what you could call the 'easier' side of being a father. An awesome moment, for sure, but Sam Burns' old man, Todd, took on the much tougher, albeit far more common role as a golf dad of having to say the right thing as his son lost. Burns' father was standing beside him as he was hitting a few shots on the range, hoping Clark would stumble on the 18th and the two would go to battle in a playoff. When Clark nestled his lengthy birdie putt just a few inches from the hole, he stopped hitting balls and walked over to his family. His dad was the first one there to greet him. He put his arm on Sam's shoulder and delivered the simple yet profound message that he was really proud of him. Kyle Porter of Normal Sport asked Sam about the quick interaction with his father in such a huge moment, and the player you wouldn't expect to let out emotion in that sort of setting couldn't help himself. Sam was rightfully devastated that his charge up the leader board ended up being one shot short of catching Clark. Becoming a major champion was right there. It will sting for quite some time, but not nearly as long as it would if he didn't have the support system he does and a dad who tells him how proud he is in what feels like a life-altering moment. It wasn't the perfect Father's Day for Sam Burns, a soon-to-be father of two himself, and his dad, but it could be the most impactful one they have ever experienced. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3944b81972385678343974 Supreme Court Restores Conviction in 1979 Murder of Etan Patz te 2026-06-22T14:20:40.372Z Supreme Court Restores Conviction in 1979 Murder of Etan Patz Pedro Hernandez was convicted in 2017 of kidnapping and murdering the 6-year-old boy, but an appeals court in July had said Mr. Hernandez was entitled to a new trial. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3944a41972385678343951 Instagram looks to take on streaming services with longer-form, episodic and live formats for its TV app te 2026-06-22T14:20:20.410Z Instagram looks to take on streaming services with longer-form, episodic and live formats for its TV app Instagram is coming for streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video as it sets its ambitions for living room viewing. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39428a197238567834392c ROBERT F. KENNEDY JR.: The future of medicine should be built in America te 2026-06-22T14:11:22.804Z ROBERT F. KENNEDY JR.: The future of medicine should be built in America America should continue to lead the world in clinical research and medical innovation. Instead, we are losing ground. A recent study found that China now conducts more early-stage clinical trials than the United States. In 2025, Chinese companies accounted for nearly half of global pharmaceutical licensing deal activity. Those trends should concern every American. For nearly 80 years, clinical trials have driven medical progress. They transform scientific discoveries into treatments that save lives. They establish whether new therapies are safe and effective. They generate the evidence that physicians, patients, and regulators use to make decisions. LIZ PEEK: TRUMP MUST STAY STRONG, US RELIANCE ON CHINESE MINERALS AND DRUGS PUTS AMERICANS AT RISK But clinical trials do more than generate evidence. They attract investment, scientific talent, and the infrastructure that supports future innovation. When clinical research moves overseas, those advantages often move with it. Early-stage clinical trials matter because they determine where new technologies are tested, refined, and validated. They influence where companies expand, where expertise develops, and which countries will lead the next generation of medical innovation. The United States cannot afford to surrender this strategic advantage. Clinical research creates high-skilled jobs, gives patients earlier access to innovative therapies, and strengthens a sector that directly affects economic prosperity, public health, and national security. America should not lose clinical research because of barriers that we have the power to remove. Under President Trump's leadership, the Department of Health and Human Services is taking action. Today, FDA, NIH, CMS, ONC, ARPA-H, and the HHS Office of Inspector General launched a coordinated effort to strengthen America's clinical research enterprise and bring more clinical research and investment back to the United States. At FDA, Acting Commissioner Kyle Diamantas and career leadership are clarifying expectations for sponsors, streamlining Phase 1 development, and developing a pilot program to accelerate early-stage clinical trials. FDA estimates these changes could reduce development timelines by 6 to 12 months. The agency has also clarified that, in many cases, one high-quality clinical trial supported by confirmatory evidence may provide the basis for approval. At NIH, Director Jay Bhattacharya is strengthening support for informative, well-powered clinical trials while advancing artificial intelligence, human cell-based models, real-world data, and other tools that can move promising therapies to patients more efficiently. NIH researchers are also applying lessons from pioneering personalized gene-editing therapies and working to streamline cancer clinical trials and improve enrollment. The Office of the National Coordinator is working to connect more eligible patients with clinical trials through electronic health records and other digital tools integrated into routine care. FDA LAUNCHES NEW AI-POWERED SYSTEM TO TRACK DRUG AND VACCINE SIDE EFFECTS NATIONWIDE ARPA-H is developing technologies that identify promising therapies earlier, predict safety issues sooner, improve trial design, and reduce development costs. The HHS Office of Inspector General is seeking public input on whether existing regulations create unnecessary obstacles to compensating clinical trial participants while preserving safeguards against fraud and abuse. These efforts pursue a straightforward objective: make the United States the best place in the world to conduct clinical research and develop new medicines. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION Government cannot achieve that goal alone. Researchers, health systems, academic medical centers, technology companies, contract research organizations, and pharmaceutical developers all have a role to play. If regulations, contracting requirements, or institutional practices are slowing research without improving safety, we want to hear about them. We are prepared to challenge assumptions and remove barriers that no longer serve patients, science, or the public interest. At the same time, we will protect the principles that matter most. Patients deserve transparency, informed consent, and confidence that medical decisions rest on rigorous scientific evidence. We can accelerate clinical research without compromising scientific and ethical integrity. Under President Trump's leadership, HHS is restoring America's position in clinical research. We are modernizing outdated processes that slow innovation and rebuilding the foundation for the next generation of medical breakthroughs. We will continue to innovate. We will continue to lead. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM ROBERT F. KENNEDY JR. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3942771972385678343923 Jane Seymour reveals director's 'sizzling' reaction to her reunion with 'Dr. Quinn' co-star Joe Lando te 2026-06-22T14:11:03.349Z Jane Seymour reveals director's 'sizzling' reaction to her reunion with 'Dr. Quinn' co-star Joe Lando More than three decades after they became one of television's most beloved couples, Jane Seymour and Joe Lando are proving some chemistry never fades. The former "Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman" stars reunited on Season 5 of "Harry Wild," and according to Seymour, it didn't take long for everyone on set to notice the spark was still very much alive. "Oh yeah, you know, that was the amazing thing," Seymour told Fox News Digital when asked whether she immediately felt the chemistry return when Lando walked onto set. JANE SEYMOUR EMBRACES 75TH BIRTHDAY WITH SWIMSUIT BEACH PHOTO AND MESSAGE OF GRATITUDE "I told people, the powers that be, I said, 'You don't understand, Joe and I, when we act, whatever we're playing, even if it isn't a love scene, there is chemistry there.'" Seymour said she warned producers ahead of time that reuniting the pair would create a familiar kind of magic. Then came the reaction that confirmed it. "And they came to me after the first day. The director said, 'Oh my God, the screen is sizzling,'" Seymour recalled. "And I said, ‘It just happens.’" The actress credits decades of friendship and collaboration for the effortless dynamic. JANE SEYMOUR'S KEY TO STAYING FIT AT 74 WITHOUT STRICT DIET "I mean, when we work together… well, we’ve known each other, we’ve worked together for 35 years." Lando agreed. "Yeah, 35 years," he added. JANE SEYMOUR, 75, SHARES HOW SHE APPROACHES AGING WITH VITALITY: 'BEST I CAN BE' For Seymour, the partnership is as effortless as a championship doubles team. "It's like playing tennis with the perfect partner, you know?" she said. "But we play off of each other. We're usually completely ridiculously humorous. We have a lot of fun, and we both take it very seriously, but we know how to get a reaction out of one another, and it works." WATCH: JANE SEYMOUR TEASES ON-SCREEN ROMANCE WITH JOE LANDO IN ‘HARRY WILD’ SHAKEUP The highly anticipated reunion comes as "Harry Wild" returns for its fifth season on Acorn TV, bringing bigger mysteries, higher stakes and a new character who may finally shake up Harry's personal life. Seymour, who stars as Harriet "Harry" Wild and serves as an executive producer, said the show's success starts with its unconventional lead character. JANE SEYMOUR SAYS SHE’S ‘NEVER ON A DIET,’ REVEALS SIMPLE ROUTINE THAT’S KEPT HER A SIZE 4 FOR DECADES "Well, it's just a great character," Seymour said. "I think it's very unusual to have a woman in her 70s and a sidekick who's maybe almost 20 now… solving crimes." She also praised co-star Rohan Nedd, whose character Fergus has become a fan favorite. "The chemistry between us is extraordinary, and I think that really helped," Seymour said. But this season, producers wanted to add another layer. "We decided to add a little extra… you know, maybe Harry might want to have a romantic moment." JANE SEYMOUR REVEALS 'WAKE-UP CALL' THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING ABOUT HER HEALTH APPROACH That led writers to create Pierce Kennedy, a brilliant state pathologist played by Lando. Pierce Kennedy is the new state pathologist introduced in Season 5. "It was actually the writers' idea, of bringing Joe in," Seymour explained. "They wanted to have someone that was academically at the same level, who was a pathologist." Whether he can be trusted, however, remains another mystery. WATCH: JANE SEYMOUR ON CHEMISTRY WITH JOE LANDO: ‘THE SCREEN IS SIZZLING’ "Well… I don't think he's a hero yet," Lando teased. "We're not quite sure about Pierce because he has something in his past that he's trying to keep a secret from Harry." The role marks a departure for the actor, who spent years playing cowboys, action heroes and heartthrobs. "He's the most decorated, as far as intelligence, doctor I've ever played," Lando said. "I've played lawyers. I've played lots of bad guys and things, but I've never had this kind of role before." JANE SEYMOUR SAYS FINDING LOVE IN HER 70S WITH FIANCE JOHN ZAMBETTI FEELS LIKE A 'MIRACLE' That comfort level comes from a friendship that has endured long after the cameras stopped rolling on "Dr. Quinn." When Fox News Digital asked how they've maintained such a lasting bond in Hollywood, Seymour reflected on their unique history together. "Wow, I mean, that's a really interesting question," she said. "We worked together for seven years and we kind of fell for one another in the pilot, rather famously, for a brief time. So, we knew each other really, really well, better than on screen." MALIBU FIRES DROVE JANE SEYMOUR FROM HER HOME WITH BARELY MORE THAN THE CLOTHES ON HER BACK The pair eventually realized they were better as friends than romantic partners. "And then we realized that we were better off being friends and working together," Seymour explained. "But I think… we've really kind of come together as friends after 'Dr. Quinn,' didn't we?" Lando echoed the same sentiment. "Yeah, it took a few years after that," he said. "I was in Canada for a while working on something, and when I came back, we just started hanging out." When asked what hasn't changed about Seymour since their "Dr. Quinn" days, Lando didn't hesitate. "This inexhaustible flipping energy," he said. "She just goes, goes and goes." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Comparing Seymour to the Energizer Bunny, Lando recalled watching her work through grueling production days while pregnant with twins. LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS "45, pregnant with twins. We're doing 12-hour-plus days sometimes," he said. "I'd start feeling myself getting a little worn, and I would look over at her… suck it up, get out there and do the job. And that hasn't changed about her." Seymour's explanation for her legendary stamina is simple. "I know people keep asking me why, and I just say, because I love what I do," she said. "I just do, you know, and then when I stop, I sleep." For fans who spent years watching their romance unfold on "Dr. Quinn," the reunion offers more than nostalgia. AMC Global Media's "Harry Wild" season 5 is available to stream exclusively on Acorn TV. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39424c19723856783438f8 The founder conference built for growth: TechCrunch Founder Summit pass rates increase June 26 te 2026-06-22T14:10:20.857Z The founder conference built for growth: TechCrunch Founder Summit pass rates increase June 26 Save up to $190 on your pass to TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 by June 26, 11:59 p.m. PT. Designed for founders first on November 4 in Boston. Register here. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39400d19723856783438eb Retired police officer stops courier scam attempt on nonagenarian te 2026-06-22T14:00:45.248Z Retired police officer stops courier scam attempt on nonagenarian Uber driver spots scheme while picking up potential victim as passenger Michael P. Thomas, 61, of Clarkdale, a retired Pennsylvania police officer with the Ross Township Police Department who never stopped looking out for others, accepted a roughly $20 Uber fare to the Village of Oak Creek on the af Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a393d9c197238567834381f Lucid Motors’ new CEO cuts 18% of staff to ‘simplify the company’ te 2026-06-22T13:50:20.117Z Lucid Motors’ new CEO cuts 18% of staff to ‘simplify the company’ The company is also eliminating a production shift at its Arizona factory to align "production plans with anticipated demand." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a393b8319723856783437f0 Morgan Wallen teases new music with viral Instagram post that has the country music world buzzing te 2026-06-22T13:41:23.740Z Morgan Wallen teases new music with viral Instagram post that has the country music world buzzing Morgan Wallen appears to have some new music on the way. Wallen, as the loyal readers know, has become the most recognizable face in country music over the past several years. The man is incredibly talented and has built an unrivaled career. No matter the city, he packs arenas and stadiums with fans eager to see him perform. Now, it looks like he has some new music that he's cooking up. MORGAN WALLEN BOWS OUT OF GRAMMY RACE DESPITE RECORD-BREAKING COUNTRY ALBUM Wallen shared a video on Instagram over the weekend while performing in Chicago that seemingly featured an unreleased song. "I wear a lot of hats," the country music superstar captioned the video, which is already going mega-viral. ZACH BRYAN, MORGAN WALLEN'S COUNTRY TAKEOVER AT BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS IS 'WHAT WE NEED': HOST Give it a watch below, and let me know your thoughts at David.Hookstead@outkick.com. It's worth noting that the song Wallen teased over the weekend appears to be the same song that he briefly teased on Instagram in early June. It certainly seems like he plans on making this upcoming single a major event in the country music world whenever it drops. Wallen's last album, "I'm the Problem," came out on May 16, 2025, and immediately dominated the charts. I have no doubt whatever is coming next will do the exact same whenever it happens. What do you think of Wallen's music? Let me know at David.Hookstead@outkick.com. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a393b5819723856783437c8 Klue hack results in data breach at several cybersecurity firms te 2026-06-22T13:40:40.221Z Klue hack results in data breach at several cybersecurity firms Huntress, HackerOne, Jamf, Recorded Future, and Tanium are among the cybersecurity companies that had data stolen following an earlier breach at market research firm Klue. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a393b4419723856783437bf Seedcamp raises $320M for its new fund to expand its US footprint te 2026-06-22T13:40:20.260Z Seedcamp raises $320M for its new fund to expand its US footprint After 18 years of focusing on Europe, early-stage investor Seedcamp said that it has raised $320 million for its latest fund which will see it expanding its presence in the United States. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39370b1972385678343621 Justin Baldoni's attorney reveals shock Friday night phone call that ended Blake Lively legal war te 2026-06-22T13:22:19.422Z Justin Baldoni's attorney reveals shock Friday night phone call that ended Blake Lively legal war The settlement that ended Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively's blockbuster legal war began with an unexpected Friday night phone call. Justin Baldoni's attorney, Bryan Freedman, told Fox News Digital that he received an "out of the blue" call from opposing counsel requesting mediation, setting in motion the settlement that ultimately ended Baldoni and Lively's explosive feud. Freedman said the agreement allowed his clients to publicly discuss court rulings that dismissed many of the claims against them after months of intense scrutiny. "I think when you settle a case and your client was sued for 15 claims, of which two are dismissed by the other side voluntarily, 10 of the remaining 13 are dismissed by the court — and those involve sexual harassment and defamation — I think it's really important that the clients be able to speak about that," Freedman said. "Because otherwise, you know, they're forever branded as being accused and responsible for that," he emphasized. "And it was important that they be able to speak about the fact that in summary judgment that the court dismissed those claims against them and that they paid nothing for the remaining claims to be resolved." JUSTIN BALDONI ATTORNEY RIPS BLAKE LIVELY AFTER JUDGE AWARDS LIMITED ATTORNEY FEES Baldoni and Lively first became embroiled in a legal back-and-forth after filming the Colleen Hoover-adapted film, "It Ends With Us." The "Gossip Girl" actress claimed she experienced sexual harassment on set and sued Baldoni in December 2024. Lively detailed allegations of sexual harassment, retaliation, intentional affliction of emotional distress, negligence and more against Baldoni and film producer Jamey Heath in a complaint first filed with the California Civil Rights Department and later in federal court. Baldoni insisted that Lively had "falsely" accused him in an attempt to repair her reputation following the fallout of the movie's press tour after the actress took control of the film in his own $400 million defamation lawsuit. The lawsuit was later dismissed. WATCH: JUSTIN BALDONI'S LAWYER HIGHLIGHTS DISMISSED CLAIMS AND ZERO PAYOUT IN LIVELY SETTLEMENT BLAKE LIVELY, JUSTIN BALDONI SETTLEMENT REPORTEDLY ENDS WITH NO MONEY AS EXPERT CALLS IT ‘COMPLETE DISASTER’ Freedman argued that the allegations against Baldoni and his associates shaped public perception long before the legal battle reached its conclusion. He said his clients spent months trying to overcome the narrative that was presented in Lively's lawsuit. "The entire world, at least the entire world who paid attention, looked at that and thought that Justin and Jamie and the others involved were horrible people, and it was really incredible to try to move past that narrative and to be able to say, 'Hey, these guys are really good people. They're really meaningful people that they're honorable, they're honest, they are kind. And not only was there no sexual harassment that they engaged in, but there was no smear campaign that was engaged in.' And it was really super important that we be able to talk about that, the clients be able talk about that." Freedman explained the circumstances surrounding the public narrative drove an unusual legal strategy. Rather than keep documents private, he and his team released records publicly and encouraged people to review the material themselves. "I've never personally been involved in a case where — or even ever seen one in over 30 years of practice — where somebody puts out everything in the case and says, 'Here it is, decide for yourself.'" BLAKE LIVELY CONTROVERSY HAD RETAIL PARTNERS ‘SPOOKED’ BEHIND THE SCENES, COURT DOCS SAY Baldoni's legal team filed a 224-page response to Lively's lawsuit that included text messages, emails and more "receipts" as they pushed to share what they claimed was the other side of the story. Freedman explained why "in the beginning it was so important" to turn over all the documents, saying that "What you were seeing were allegations that said, for instance, ‘He came into my trailer and, you know, while I was breastfeeding,’ right? Then you'd see the text message that said, you know, inviting Justin into the trailer while she was pumping. And then you see the emojis that were — the emojis that meant that it was sarcastic comments that were removed," he recalled. Lively and Baldoni chose to settle their nearly two-year-long legal battle weeks before trial. "The end product — the movie ‘It Ends With Us’ — is a source of pride to all of us who worked to bring it to life. Raising awareness and making a meaningful impact in the lives of domestic violence survivors — and all survivors — is a goal that we stand behind," a joint statement read.  "We acknowledge the process presented challenges and recognize concerns raised by Ms. Lively deserved to be heard. We remain firmly committed to workplaces free of improprieties and unproductive environments. It is our sincere hope that this brings closure and allows all involved to move forward constructively and in peace, including a respectful environment online." WATCH: JUSTIN BALDONI'S LAWYERS 'HAVE DONE A MASTERFUL JOB CHANGING THE NARRATIVE' IN BLAKE LIVELY CASE, EXPERT SAYS Lively and the producers of "It Ends With Us" reached a sweeping settlement that ended nearly all of their legal battles, with both sides agreeing to drop their claims and forgo future appeals. The agreement left one major issue unresolved: whether Lively could recover her legal fees and obtain additional financial compensation. A judge later ruled that Lively could recover attorney and litigation fees, but rejected her bid to triple her award and seek punitive damages. BLAKE LIVELY'S CLASH WITH JUSTIN BALDONI ‘FATALLY COMPROMISED’ HIS CAREER: EXPERT The legal back-and-forth took an emotional toll on Baldoni, his colleagues and his family, according to Freedman. Freedman said it "felt like a morgue" inside the Wayfarer offices immediately after the allegations against Baldoni became public. "It was really debilitating, and it was sad and people's families were there." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER He added, "What I'll tell you is that I saw spiritual people who believed in the truth that were devastated and mostly devastated because of the impact on the domestic violence survivors. And I saw people that cared and that were meaningful and were honest and open." WATCH: JUSTIN BALDONI RELEASES UNEDITED 'IT ENDS WITH US' FOOTAGE FEATURING BLAKE LIVELY While reflecting on the fallout, Freedman argued that the dispute highlighted a broader challenge within Hollywood. Freedman said Baldoni faced an uphill battle against some of the industry's most influential figures. "I think that the case exposed that it's really difficult to go against powerful people who have financial ties and relationships with studios, networks, media and talent agencies, management companies," Freedman explained. "When you are going against, you know, what are truly movie stars, right? Who are truly top tier people, and you have someone that's your client that really virtually no one has heard of. I mean, not that Justin hasn't done stuff before, but nothing like the other side." LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS Although Freedman served as one of Baldoni's most vocal defenders throughout the legal fight, he said the actor should ultimately tell his own story. The high-profile entertainment attorney suggested Baldoni's perspective on the ordeal would carry more weight than anything his lawyer could say. "I want him to speak and, I really want him to talk about what it's been like for him. And I think that would be much more meaningful than listening to me one more time." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3936f71972385678343618 The Founding Fathers had a real revolution to overcome before they could win the war te 2026-06-22T13:21:59.966Z The Founding Fathers had a real revolution to overcome before they could win the war "What do we mean by the American Revolution? Do we mean the American war?" former President John Adams asked in a letter to a magazine publisher in 1818, eight years before America’s 50th birthday. This question is fitting today as we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. His answer is a revelation about the real revolution. Adams understood that the American Revolution began long before the first muskets flared at the battles of Lexington and Concord in 1775. He knew it went beyond the battlegrounds and bloodshed of an eight-year war. Nearly 7,000 American soldiers were killed in action, while 17,000 soldiers died of disease. At its core, the revolution was a transformation of the colonists’ hearts and souls. For most of them, this change came slowly, after wrestling in their hearts over their allegiances and beliefs in the decade leading to the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. "The revolution was in the minds and hearts of the people; a change in their religious sentiments, of their duties and obligations," Adams explained. THE PENNSYLVANIA LONG RIFLE: THE GUN THAT WON THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION Why did Adams describe the revolution as a change of religious sentiments? He understood something that many of us may have trouble understanding today. The American founders believed that they were very diverse, especially in their religious beliefs. "The colonies had grown up under constitutions of government, so different, there was so great a variety of religions, they were composed of so many different nations, their customs, manners and habits had so little resemblance," Adams wrote of America’s first diversity struggle. In 1776, the founders knew that European history was marred by religious persecution. Catholic English monarchs had persecuted Protestants while Protestant English monarchs had persecuted Catholics. Jews had been persecuted regardless of who was in power, especially through the inquisitions in Spain and Portugal that coerced conversions. As a result, thousands from all these groups came to America for religious freedom and economic opportunities. Puritans settled in Massachusetts, while Catholics chartered Maryland. More than half of the 13 colonies were established under the Church of England. Quakers in Pennsylvania welcomed all, which made Philadelphia a rare safe haven for Jews. Similarly, Rhode Island touted tolerance. Protestants were divided into so many different denominations that they trusted only their version of Christianity. When the Continental Congress began in 1774, they wanted to invite a clergyman to lead them in devotions but argued about whom to choose. Adams explained why: "[B]ecause we were so divided in religious sentiments, some Episcopalians, some Quakers, some Anabaptists, some Presbyterians and some Congregationalists, so that we could not join in the same act of worship." Under such diversity, division and distrust, how did Congress solve this problem? THE MARYLAND 400'S PIVOTAL ROLE IN 1776 REVOLUTION "Mr. [Samuel] Adams arose and said he was no bigot, and could hear a prayer from a gentleman of piety and virtue, who was at the same time a friend to his country." They invited Jacob Duché, an Anglican, as the first minister to pray and lead a devotion. Congress subsequently modeled religious tolerance and heard from a variety of ministers during the war. The practice continues today. Other religious problems were dire. In 1774, Virginia’s British authorities imprisoned five Baptist ministers for preaching without a license from the Church of England. This led James Madison and Thomas Jefferson to call for the free exercise of religion. Adams agreed, concluding, "if Parliament could tax us, they could establish the Church of England… and prohibit all other churches." Gen. George Washington was also concerned that religious differences would divide his men. When he sent an expedition to Canada in 1775, he explicitly told his soldiers to tolerate different religious views.  "While we are contending for our own liberty, we should be very cautious of violating the rights of conscience in others; ever considering that God alone is the judge of the hearts of men and to him only in this case they are answerable," Washington instructed. REVOLUTIONARY WAR ARTIFACTS UNEARTHED AT SITE OF INFAMOUS COLONIAL AMERICAN HEIST: 'VERY SURPRISED' Despite their differing religious beliefs, the founders had one thing in common. They had been taught that God had ordained their king to govern them. But when King George III acted like a tyrant, they concluded that he had abdicated his God-given responsibility to uphold their God-given rights. By becoming a dictator instead of a steward, the king was no longer fulfilling God’s call on his life. Many ministers preached Galatians 5:1, which taught that they must follow Christ and stand firm for freedom. Through their faith, they were justified to say goodbye to "God save the king" and instead embraced, "We the people of the United States of America." CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION To protect their God-given rights, they enshrined freedom of religion into the Bill of Rights. In doing so, they showed that they had enough confidence in their Judeo-Christian beliefs to let faith be free. Their religious beliefs found common ground by focusing on natural, inalienable rights given to them by their Creator, not their government. Though it wasn’t easy to trade royalty for representation, this shift united them and enabled the real American Revolution to take place. "Their knowledge of each other [was] so imperfect that to unite them in the same principles in theory and the same system of action was certainly a very difficult enterprise," Adams described. "This radical change in the principles, opinions, sentiments and affection of the people, was the real American Revolution." Their willingness to tolerate their religious differences was the change in religious sentiments that Adams believed was the real American Revolution. As we celebrate 250 years of independence this year, we honor America’s founders by remembering how they overcame their differences. Despite their divisions, they united together as one nation under God. America’s 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026, is an opportunity to do the same. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM JANE COOK Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3936e419723856783435d8 MLB sideline reporter gets drenched in wild post-game celebration, Shinnecock gaffe & MJ's love letter sells te 2026-06-22T13:21:40.507Z MLB sideline reporter gets drenched in wild post-game celebration, Shinnecock gaffe & MJ's love letter sells Let's get this final full week of June rolling with a Monday edition of Screencaps where we appreciate the art of MLB post-game celebratory showers, but this time the game has changed. You've seen Gatorade or Powerade jugs being dumped on players for years. The game changed Friday night when the Royals won in dramatic fashion and celebrated by dumping a massive QT-branded cup full of water on first baseman Jac Caglianone. Sideline reporter Tricia Whitaker is no stranger to post-game scenes like this, but this one was different. Normally, these fleet-footed sideline reporters duck out of the way as they see the Gatorade jugs coming. Not this time. We're talking a direct hit. Tricia was absolutely drenched by the water. 📩 Email: joe.kinsey@outkick.com Send photos, stories, tips, rants—whatever you've got. CHIEFS HEIRESS GRACIE HUNT MIGHT HAVE SET A BRIDESMAIDS RECORD, FIGHTING IN THE DOVER PARKING LOT & WINGS! 📰 Screencaps Page: 👉 Read the latest Screencaps ▶️ YouTube: Screencaps with Joe Kinsey Subscribe for videos, rants, and behind-the-scenes. 🐦 Twitter/X: @JoeKinseyexp Tag me or drop a DM. 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This guy takes his meat seriously. – Scot O. shares his Father's Day grilling schedule: Father’s Day Steak Plan The Plan Time Action 1:05 PM Steaks out of fridge 2:05 PM Preheat Blackstone 2:15 PM Tomahawks on cool side, keep lid closed 2:30 - 2:40 PM Reach 110-115°F, remove 2:45 PM Griddle fully hot 2:46 PM Start sear 2:50 PM Pull at 120-123°F 2:50-3:00 PM Rest steaks / cook mushrooms and onions 3:00 PM Serve – Jeff B. reports: Cooked up a nice flat steak for Father's day on the Blackstone. WORLD CUP FANS ARE BLOWN AWAY BY 'FREE REFILLS' IN THE UNITED STATES, GEN Z HITS MASSIVE VEGAS POT & MEAT!    – Patrick in Spokane checks in: I took a train across Washington State on Thursday and met up with an old college buddy and his son. They had tickets to the game but I hung around and watched the game in a bar. I have never seen so many American flags and people shouting "USA" in Seattle. It was beautiful weather and Seattle actually had the place looking nice with almost all the bums moved out of the stadium area.  We went to a Red Sox v Mariners game right after and the patriotism was still in full force.   – Tom T. is ready to celebrate the birth of this incredible place we call home: I am loving the positive vibes being generated for the USA during the world cup.   The visitor videos are food for my soul.   I am so grateful to these fine people for exposing the world to the REAL USA.  I am ready for our big birthday!   I have RWB bunting on all of my frontside facing windows and put up a brand, new USA flag this morning.   I want to go all out this year, I remember 1976, and I’m not going to make it to 2076, unless they freeze my head like Ted Williams. – John W. gives perspective: I get a serious Bad News Bears Breaking Training Astrodome vibe from this US Men’s Soccer Coach‘C’mon let the kids play…’ RIP Bob Watson WYNDHAM CLARK'S GIRLFRIEND EMILY TANNER IS TURNING INTO A STAR AT THE US OPEN, ALYSSA MILANO BEGS AGAIN & MEAT – Steve C. has had enough of the World Cup flopping around: World Cup Soccer flopping looks exactly like WNBA flopping. If all these athletes are as hurt as they make it out to be, then each one should be sent off to the hospital with full accompaniment as none of them will surely not survive their grievous life injuries. 'WORLD'S SEXIEST FAN' DROPS HER WORLD CUP ANTHEM AND HERE'S WHY YOU NEVER ASSIST A BIKE THIEF   You don't see many bridesmaids who go bass fishing at rehearsal dinners. Credit where credit is due. This is strong content from Annie. This might be the easiest 'Which zone would you...' question ever presented by the engagement farmers. Are you kidding me? It's B and it's not even remotely close. – Chad emails: Which do you think is worse; whataboutism arguments, or strawman debates? TARA REID HAS PEOPLE TALKING AFTER HER LATEST RED CARPET APPEARANCE, PARENTS FIGHT AT TOLEDO SCHOOL & MEAT Kinsey: I'm going to go with strawman just based on the aggresiveness at which a strawman wants to argue. If you want a good laugh, head to the comments where poor Alyssa, the travel ball beggar, called for reparations. Yes, I posted this in Saturday Screencaps, but I need more of you to see how this woman thinks and operates. Has Alyssa Milano made a public donation to the reparations fund? Absolutely not. She truly is the moron that begged others to pay for her son's baseball trip and now won't be the first one to step up and pay her own money to black people. So stunning, so brave. ##################### That is it this morning. Let's get the week off to a great start. We're so close to that big birthday on the calendar. It's time to get the lawns dialed in. Get your bunting purchased. Work on the flowers. Get your flags. As for me, this is my final week of work before vacation. I'm in a full sprint to the finish line. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3936d119723856783435cf American NASCAR driver shreds European racer in heated confrontation, drunk fan commits felony & angry Jimmie te 2026-06-22T13:21:21.052Z American NASCAR driver shreds European racer in heated confrontation, drunk fan commits felony & angry Jimmie Somehow, the end of NASCAR's Naval Base race outlasted the U.S. Open. I didn't think that was possible after everyone spent all weekend complaining about how late the Open was finishing each day, but NASCAR found a way. Nice work! Is that a good thing? Probably not. I'm of the opinion that an automobile race should never end after 6 p.m., but I reckon that's what happens when you're on West Coast time. The bigger, more important question, is ... Was that a good race? We got a first-time winner in Corey Heim, who I'm fairly certain most of you had never heard of until yesterday. First-time winners are always cool, so that's a plus. It also wasn't Shane Van Gisbergen, so that's another step in the right direction. NASCAR TRUCK SERIES STAR LAMENTS OPPONENT'S 'SCUM RACING' AFTER SPINNING OUT ON FINAL LAP I was fully prepared to be forced to write another SVG story today. Thankfully, I get to write about ... Corey Heim ... instead! What a Monday. I'll be honest with you, I don't love road courses. They're just not my thing. If I wanted a street race, I'd watch the insufferable F1 race. I don't think these particular cars belong in that environment. But, we got some cool views, and some drama, so I'm not going to sit here and complain all day. It wasn't awful. Speaking of drama ... did anyone see Noah Gragson absolutely TEAR INTO Kevin Magnussen after the race? The former F1 driver got his first taste of a pissed-off redneck, and it went just horribly. Welcome to the states, Kevin! We also had a presumably drunk fan commit what I assume is a felony, Jimmie Johnson rip all the snot-nosed kids down in the Truck Series, and Kay Adams revving everyone's engines in San Diego. Let's get after it. Four tires, a splash of Sunoco racing fuel and maybe a good ol' lawyer for the poor sap who is probably still behind bars today ... Monday Morning Pit-Stop — the 'I Don't Think Kevin Magnussen Will Be Joining NASCAR Any Time Soon' edition — is LIVE! It's one of the funniest non-fight-fights I've ever seen in NASCAR. I don't think there are two more polar opposite drivers in the garage than Noah Gragson and Kevin Magnussen. Noah is, clearly, a hothead. He's young. He's reckless. He's fiery. He also loves to ask the same question, over, and over, and over again. "What's your f--king problem?" Kevin Magnussen, on the other hand, is none of those things. He's older. He's a veteran. He comes from a far more ... elegant? ... racing series. He's calm as a cucumber. And, of course, a little full of himself. "My problem is you're in my face," he said, repeatedly, in the calmest demeanor I've personally ever witnessed. NASCAR DRIVER TY GIBBS SPITS FIERY MESSAGE AT TYLER REDDICK AFTER GETTING SPUN OUT I can't stop watching this interaction. Nothing really happened, but at the same time, everything happened. It all stemmed from Kevin seemingly punting Noah into next week late in the race because Noah blocked the hell out of him at every turn. Take a look: Thoughts? First impressions? I don't know. I'm not sure I see what, exactly, Noah did to finally get wrecked? He spent all day blocking Magnussen's moves, which is what you're supposed to do. Did it seem like he was driving a little erratic at times? Yes. But they're also on a Naval Base, so I get it. Now, we don't have Noah's in-car audio. Did his spotter tell him he wasn't clear when he came down on Magnussen in that final corner before he got wrecked? He was not clear. Magnussen was very clearly there. Perhaps Kevin just had enough of Noah's nonsense and decided to move on with his day? Let's go ahead and hear from both fellas. Shockingly, one seems pissed. The other seems like it's all one big game. Guess which is which! Kevin just laughs the whole thing off and essentially says this is what NASCAR drivers do, which, frankly, is another reason I can't stand F1. What a pompous response. How about the EGO on this guy?! "I’ve watched NASCAR before, so I know that’s how you guys play it," he said, in his fancy Danish accent. Yeah, OK, pal. You know what? I've decided I'm fully on Team Noah after that interview. I was on the fence for most of the morning, but I will be damned if we get lectured by the Europeans on our own soil. Not on my watch. Not on the eve of our 250th birthday. Piss off, Kevin. Speaking of riding the fence ... let's kick this class into high gear and get to a couple quickies on the way out, starting with the most American thing I saw all weekend: Amazing. It's all amazing. What a scene! What a sport. God, I love this country. Yes, I assume because this happened on a NAVAL BASE, the penalty will be a bit harsher. People are saying it could be a felony? I guess, but are we really going to bring federal charges on a drunk fan who hopped the fence at a NASCAR race just to talk to ... Sheldon Creed? Seems like our resources are better spent elsewhere at the moment. PS: All that just to talk to Sheldon Creed? What a move. Next? Jimmie Johnson, for some ungodly reason, decided to race the Truck Series race over the weekend, and it sounded like he hated every single second of it. "I couldn't believe the disrespect that everybody had for each other. I mean, just gouging each other nonstop. When I came in, it was the era of pointing people by. And I got my butt chewed by numerous Cup guys, even when I was in the Busch Series, that I raced them too hard." Lordy. Doesn't sound like Jimbo is gonna race a truck again any time soon. Although, to be fair, he wasn't exactly perfect on Friday himself: "I thought for sure that he was wiping out Butterbean right there" is the most NASCAR sentence I've ever heard. Bet Kevin Magnussen doesn't hear that on an F1 broadcast! He'd probably cry. Finally, on the way out, I have an obligation to congratulate Corey Heim on his first Cup win. I personally think Tyler Reddick let him off the hook a little too easy as the laps were winding down, but whatever. I reckon that's what happens when you already have a billion wins this season. Thoughts? First of all, I'm not 100% sure Denny would ever just let someone by like that and let off the gas to regroup. Come on. It's easy to say that from afar, but my guess is Denny ain't exactly practicing what he preaches here. Congrats to Corey, but it feels a little gimmicky when a teammate just moves over for you. OK, that's it for today. Good work, everyone. Fun(ish) race out in San Diego. I'm not sure they should do it again, but at least it was safer than Chicago or Mexico! Here's NFL personality (and OutKick star) Kay Adams taking in her first NASCAR race on the way out. See you at Sonoma. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3936bd19723856783435c6 Clock is ticking as Senators Ted Cruz, Maria Cantwell push for SEC, Big Ten buy-In on college sports bill te 2026-06-22T13:21:01.605Z Clock is ticking as Senators Ted Cruz, Maria Cantwell push for SEC, Big Ten buy-In on college sports bill If the Senate Commerce Committee hearing that advanced the Protect College Sports Act to the Senate floor sounded contentious, expect the next few weeks to be even more heated. After just a few weeks of debate surrounding legislation crafted by Sens. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, and Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., along with Texas Tech Board of Regents Chairman Cody Campbell, college athletics is entering a pivotal stretch before Congress' August recess that could shape the future of the sport. "If this thing does not go forward, there will be nothing that will go forward," New York Yankees president Randy Levine emphasized. Levine's involvement stems from his role on President Donald Trump's college athletics roundtable, a sign of just how unusual the politics surrounding college sports have become. Another example would be both Levine and Campbell holding a media call last week just hours after the Senate committee voted 19-9 to advance the legislation. SENATE ADVANCES LANDMARK PROTECT COLLEGE SPORTS ACT, IGNORING SEC AND BIG TEN OPPOSITION WITH CLOCK TICKING And yes, none of this has been traditional in terms of politics, besides the ongoing squabbles between certain politicians, boosters and commissioners from the two biggest conferences in college athletics. Or, maybe this is exactly how some planned for it to play out. For the past month, the talk of passing this legislation has centered on whether the SEC and Big Ten would put their support around a bill that also has flaws. What stands out the most right now? Media pooling rights, and obviously a few other lines in the bill. But, while senators have tried to stress the word "voluntary" in the legislation, skeptics remain from those within the Big Ten and SEC footprint. There is a palpable tension in the air, and Cantwell did not try to decrease the ongoing kerfuffle during her remarks in the Senate Commerce hearing last week. "What we did today is say we're not going to let the most powerful and richest conferences dictate to the rest of America what's going to happen to 500,000 athletes," Cantwell said in her remarks. TED CRUZ, MARIA CANTWELL UNVEIL BIPARTISAN COLLEGE ATHLETICS BILL AMID NIL CHAOS, LAWSUITS, 'LANE KIFFIN RULE' Well, that's obviously not going to sit well with those who are currently in charge of schools within those "powerful and richest conferences," or entice them to bend the knee. In addition to the "voluntary" pooling of media rights, senators and lobbyists seem hell-bent on pushing the "Super League" conversation to the forefront of their talking points. The anti-expansion provision in the bill now includes the Big 12 and ACC, with the senators changing the language that now includes conferences that bring in $700 million in revenue from not being allowed to join forces. Sure, I think most people understand what senators are doing as they try to keep the SEC and Big Ten from breaking off and forming their own conglomerates that would compete outside the NCAA footprint. But, both Greg Sankey (SEC) and Tony Petitti (Big Ten) have made it abundantly clear that they are not looking to join forces. At least not in putting together a league that would see them playing each other, or looking more like the NFL's format of divisions. Even with the assurances from the conferences, there has been a recurring theme recently regarding the pair, which has finally turned into a problem for some in the Senate to navigate. Sure, they would prefer to have this bill pass through the Senate and onto the House for further voting, but if they want a "sure thing," then getting the SEC and Big Ten onboard would be the ultimate Avengers moment. Though, it doesn’t sound as though the two are thrilled with the lack of concessions from Senate leaders on the Protect College Sports Act. INSIDE THE SEC’S HIGH-STAKES DESTIN SHOWDOWN OVER CFP EXPANSION, NIL AND A POSSIBLE NCAA BREAKAWAY "From the outset, we identified a set of essential revisions to the PCSA necessary for the long-term sustainability of college athletics," both the SEC and Big Ten conferences noted. "We have worked with both majority and minority staff to advance those revisions, which focus on better supporting student-athletes and stabilizing the college sports environment. We continue to believe revisions are needed to secure our support for the bill. "Despite our sustained engagement and good faith efforts, these critical revisions have not been accepted. We are encouraged that several Commerce Committee members share our concerns and support these recommendations." What happens next, will happen next. Randy Levine made it a point to say that both conferences tried to "sink the bill" before making it in front of the committee. "Maybe they really don't want change. Maybe they like the present system the way it is," Levine said to reporters on Thursday after the hearing. Multiple leaders from the SEC and Big Ten have told Fox News Digital/OutKick over the past few days since the bill was pushed to the Senate floor that while there is agreement that federal help is needed to navigate this current landscape of college athletics, the overwhelming sentiment hasn’t been one of unity. "Look, we're not just trying to play the role of a bad guy here," one P-2 president told OutKick. "But, we all know that we're being used as a pawn in this game of trying to build pressure that it's 'them against the world' and we're trying to hold things up. We had a 30-minute conversation with both Cruz and Cantwell, and there might have been ten minutes of actual time for discussion and questions. "No, if we are going to 'work together', then let’s have some honest debates on what's best for everyone involved. The clock is ticking, or it's 'fourth down territory' as Cruz liked to put it." I think it's fair to say that the next month is going to be a roller coaster, as the Senate looks to bring this thing in for a vote. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3936aa19723856783435bd Wyndham Clark handled his US Open win with the perfect attitude to win back golf fans te 2026-06-22T13:20:42.149Z Wyndham Clark handled his US Open win with the perfect attitude to win back golf fans Wyndham Clark might have won more than his second U.S. Open title Sunday at Shinnecock Hills. He might have won back some golf fans, too. At the very least, he gave himself a pretty good start. Clark closed with a 3-over 73 and finished at 4-under, one shot clear of Sam Burns. It wasn't his best round of the weekend, but it was enough to get the job done. WYNDHAM CLARK SURVIVES HOSTILE CROWD AND SAM BURNS CHARGE TO WIN SECOND US OPEN AT SHINNECOCK HILLS And the job was made tougher by the fans in attendance. Clark didn't have the New York crowd on his side during the final round of the U.S. Open. Not even close. Fans on Long Island made it very clear from the first hole that they were pulling for Scottie Scheffler, Clark’s playing partner, to chase him down and complete the career Grand Slam on his 30th birthday. That part is understandable. Scheffler is the best golfer in the world and he’s incredibly popular. Throw in the fact he was trying to pull off a historic feat and there's a recipe for a clear crowd advantage. But at some point, rooting for Scheffler turned into rooting against Clark. And that's an important distinction. RORY MCILROY DISCUSSES BETHPAGE BLACK FANS, WHETHER HE'D WANT RYDER CUP BACK IN NEW YORK Multiple reports said fans were ejected from the venue for crossing the line with taunts directed at Clark. According to golf reporter Kevin Van Valkenburg, one fan was tossed after yelling "Don’t choke, Wyndham" before Clark’s tee shot on No. 4 Some might argue that's part of professional sports, and that's true. Others might argue that golf operates in a different realm than the NFL, NBA, MLB or other professional leagues. There's a certain decorum around golf. Clark has brought some of the negativity on himself. He’s the first one to admit that, and he did it right after winning the tournament. That was an important step for his growth and maturity. "New York didn’t really like me, [but] I love you guys," Clark told NBC's Mike Tirico during his post-round interview on the 18th green. Some fans booed, but Clark laughed it off. Then most of the crowd started cheering as he continued. "Some of it is self-deserved. I did some unfortunate things last year that I really regret," Clark said. "I’ve been sorry multiple times and I’m still sorry. Hopefully I can win you guys over eventually." Clark caught heat last year after damaging a locker at Oakmont after missing the cut at the U.S. Open. He apologized then, and the incident followed him into this year’s national championship. Golf fans don’t forget that stuff, especially at a historic U.S. Open venue, where respect for the game matters. But there’s also a line. Actively cheering against an American golfer trying to win the U.S. Open on American soil? Not the finest moment for U.S. golf fans. Plenty of people watching at home seemed to notice that, too. The social-media reaction wasn’t all anti-Clark; many golf fans weren’t thrilled that an American player was getting that kind of treatment while trying to close out his second national championship. Clark acknowledged the other part of the crowd dynamic: those pulling for another American in Scheffler. "But I get it, they’re rooting for Scottie," Clark said. "The Grand Slam has only happened a few times. He’s gonna get it, he’s the best player in the world, but today is my day." Well said, Wyndham. His nearly flawless interview with Tirico was just part of what likely helped him win back more than a few golf fans. As he was coming off the 18th green after sinking the tournament-winning putt, Clark hugged one of his friends. Microphones caught him exclaiming, "Let's go! We’re drinking tonight!" Golf fans, really most people, love a guy who’s real. They love a guy who can win a major championship, take heat from a hostile crowd and then start talking about partying with his buddies. A well-deserved party, by the way. There was also a nice moment with his dad, who surprised him after flying to New York on a red-eye Sunday morning. They embraced in a big hug as Clark told his father, "Thanks, Pops. I'm glad you could be here." TEENAGE GOLFER MILES RUSSELL DELIVERS HIS DAD AN ALL-TIME FATHER'S DAY EXPERIENCE DURING US OPEN FINAL ROUND It was a special Father's Day moment, especially since Clark lost his mother to breast cancer in 2013 when he was just 19 years old. The whole thing struck a perfect balance. Here was Wyndham Clark, a talented but sometimes hot-tempered golfer, showing a human side that people probably needed to see. And after spending most of Sunday as the guy the crowd didn’t want to see close the deal, Clark didn’t respond with bitterness. He responded with perspective. Golf fans don’t have to forget what happened at Oakmont. Clark doesn’t seem to be asking them to do that. But they also don’t have to act like one ugly incident should define the rest of his career, especially when he keeps apologizing for it and then goes out and handles the next hostile moment with some grace. And let’s be honest: Clark earned the right to talk a little after that Sunday. He entered the final round with a six-shot lead, nearly lost it, got booed by sections of the crowd and still made the shot and putt he needed on the 16th hole to win the tournament. Then he tapped in on 18, held his girlfriend's hand, hugged his dad, promised his friends a party and hoisted a trophy. That’s pretty relatable. Well, except the part about holding the U.S. Open trophy. Winning cures a lot in sports. Winning with some self-awareness cures even more. Clark probably isn't ever going to be the most popular guy on the PGA Tour. That’s fine. He's not really trying to be. Sports needs villains, favorites, redemption arcs and players who generate conversations in living rooms, bars and on social media. But Sunday was a pretty good reminder that people are allowed to mess up, apologize, take the heat and then keep moving. And we, as fans, should offer them some grace. Especially when that player is an American who just ended a streak of two straight majors won by players from Europe and kept the U.S. Open title in American hands. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a393453197238567834356f Meet the 10 youngest players in the 2026 World Cup te 2026-06-22T13:10:43.287Z Meet the 10 youngest players in the 2026 World Cup The World Cup is well underway, and we have seen players from all corners of the world shine on the sport's biggest stage. We have also seen players of all ages shine on the pitch thus far in the tournament. While most players are able to legally purchase an alcoholic beverage in the three host countries – the United States, Mexico and Canada – some are so young that they cannot legally drink. To legally drink in the United States, you have to be at least 21 years old, and some players in the World Cup are a few years away from being able to enjoy their first beer. In Canada, the legal drinking age is determined by province and territory, but you must be 18 or 19 years old to drink, and not all players meet those thresholds. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM In Mexico, you can start drinking at 18 years old, yet there is one player in this year’s tournament who cannot do so. Gilberto Mora, who plays for Mexico in the World Cup, is still 17 years old. WATCH THE WORLD CUP FINAL ON FOX ONE Here is a list of the 10 youngest players in the 2026 World Cup FOX ONE’S NEW WORLD CUP VIEWING EXPERIENCE 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/6a392fde19723856783434ed Humanoid robots just got a workplace safety system te 2026-06-22T12:51:42.250Z Humanoid robots just got a workplace safety system NVIDIA, a technology company known for AI computing and robotics systems, has introduced NVIDIA Halos for Robotics. The company calls it the industry's first full-stack, comprehensive safety system for robotics and physical AI. Physical AI refers to machines that can sense, decide and act in the real world. NVIDIA says Halos brings together AI compute, safety software, sensor data, safety applications and inspection. The goal is to give robots a common safety architecture before they work near people. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report HUMANOID ROBOTS ARE GETTING SMALLER, SAFER AND CLOSER NVIDIA Halos for Robotics is a safety system for robots and physical AI. NVIDIA says it connects the key layers needed to build, validate and deploy robotic systems. That includes AI compute, system software, sensor data, safety applications and inspection. In other words, NVIDIA wants robot makers to build safety into the stack from the beginning. That approach becomes important as robots start operating in places where people are already working. NVIDIA says the system draws on more than 18,600 engineering years of autonomous vehicle safety development. That background is important because robots and autonomous vehicles face a related challenge. Both need to sense what is happening around them, make decisions quickly and operate more safely around people. The next generation of autonomous robots will operate in dynamic environments. A warehouse floor may have workers walking nearby, equipment moving through shared spaces and other robots doing their own jobs. That creates a tough safety challenge. A robot needs sensors to understand what is happening around it. Then it needs AI compute to process that information. After that, it needs safety software that can help control behavior in real time. NVIDIA says Halos gives robotics companies a standardized safety architecture that connects the main safety layers instead of leaving each part to operate separately. "Physical AI is transforming how factories, warehouses and logistics operations work, and robotics teams need a unified safety architecture to scale autonomous systems into these environments," said Deepu Talla, vice president of robotics and edge AI at NVIDIA. "With NVIDIA Halos for Robotics, developers and system builders can harness NVIDIA's proven autonomous vehicle safety foundation to develop safer robots faster and bring them into industrial operations alongside workers with greater confidence." NVIDIA Halos for Robotics spans several layers of robot safety. NVIDIA IGX Thor and NVIDIA Holoscan Sensor Bridge provide industrial-grade AI compute, built-in safety and sensor connectivity for real-time robotics and safety workloads. NVIDIA Halos OS provides the software stack for robotics safety. That includes Halos Core, which supports safety-related operating functions. The system also includes safety applications built with the NVIDIA Halos Outside-In Safety Blueprint. That blueprint uses external cameras and AI agents to help robots adjust behavior in industrial settings. Then there is the NVIDIA Halos AI Systems Inspection Lab. NVIDIA describes it as the world's first ANSI National Accreditation Board-accredited program for physical AI functional and AI safety. The lab helps partners prepare Halos integrations for third-party certification from groups including TÜV Rheinland, UL Solutions, TÜV SÜD, exida, SGS and CertX. Agility is the first company to use NVIDIA Halos for Robotics. Its humanoid robot Digit is designed for industrial work in logistics, manufacturing and warehouse settings. Customers include Amazon, GXO, Schaeffler and Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada. Agility is working with NVIDIA to integrate NVIDIA IGX Thor and Halos Core into Digit's proprietary safe human detection system. NVIDIA IGX Thor provides industrial-grade AI compute with built-in safety capabilities, while Halos Core supports safety-related operating functions. The robotics company will also participate in the NVIDIA Halos AI Systems Inspection Lab. Together, Agility and NVIDIA plan to use the lab to help ensure Digit's safety software, AI components and cybersecurity protections meet standards such as IEC 61508, ISO 13849 and ISO/IEC TR 5469 before final third-party certification. "Safety has to be built into the robot and validated across the entire system," said Peggy Johnson, CEO of Agility. "Partnering with NVIDIA to implement and optimize the Halos for Robotics system extends our leadership in responsible automation, which is a non-negotiable requirement for bringing humanoids safely into industrial workflows."  HUMANOID ROBOT SWAPS ITS OWN BATTERY TO WORK 24/7 NVIDIA says the Halos for Robotics ecosystem includes partners across software, embedded systems, sensors, silicon, industrial applications and certification bodies. Software partners include Acontis, Amazon FreeRTOS and QNX. Those software partners support real-time operating environments, safety communications and embedded software for functional safety development. Embedded systems partners include Advantech and NexCobot, which deliver safety-designed IGX-based systems for robotics deployments. Sensor and silicon partners include Infineon, NXP, SICK, STMicroelectronics and Texas Instruments. Industrial application partners include FORT Robotics, Inventec, KION Group and Neurealm, which are developing functional safety agents using the NVIDIA Halos Outside-In Safety Blueprint. Certification bodies also play a role. TÜV Rheinland is inspecting NVIDIA IGX Thor, Halos OS and Holoscan Sensor Bridge for functional safety certification readiness. NVIDIA says this builds on TÜV SÜD's inspection of Thor SoC and certification of Halos Core for ISO 26262. The NVIDIA Halos AI Systems Inspection Lab includes more than 40 companies across manufacturers, certification bodies and safety vendors. NVIDIA Halos Core for NVIDIA IGX is available in early access for registered developers. It supports Linux and Linux plus QNX configurations. The open source NVIDIA Halos Outside-In Safety Blueprint is also available in early access on GitHub. It is part of the Halos Applications layer of Halos OS. Based on NVIDIA's announcement, this is built for developers, robotics companies and industrial operations trying to bring physical AI into real workplaces. If humanoid robots are going to work around us, safety needs to be more than a promise in a polished demo. NVIDIA is trying to make robot safety more standardized before humanoids show up in more industrial spaces. That could help companies move faster. However, it also raises a bigger question: who decides when a robot is safe enough to work beside humans? The certification part is what really stands out to me. NVIDIA is talking about safety software, AI components and cybersecurity protections before final third-party certification. That is the kind of detail people should be asking about now, not after robots are already on the warehouse floor. But let's be real here. A humanoid robot that looks impressive on stage has a very different job once it enters a real workplace. Workers will want to know how it sees them, how it reacts to sudden movement and what it does when something goes wrong.  ROBOT SOCCER PLAYER DENTS WALL WITH TERRIFYING KICKS NVIDIA is making a smart move here. If humanoid robots are going to work near people, safety has to be built into the whole system from the start. Agility's use of Halos for Robotics shows where this is headed. What stands out to me is the certification readiness. NVIDIA is talking about software, AI components and cybersecurity protections before final third-party certification. That is the kind of detail people should ask about before any company says a robot is ready to work beside humans. Would you feel comfortable working next to a humanoid robot if a company said its safety system had been inspected and prepared for certification? 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/6a392fc919723856783434d7 Steven Roberts: The hardest and the best te 2026-06-22T12:51:21.767Z Steven Roberts: The hardest and the best I have taught at George Washington University for 35 years, and I always read the anonymous reviews we get from students. This spring, one student wrote that the course I offer in feature writing -- really storytelling -- was the… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a392fa019723856783434bb Guía electoral de Marana 2026: Qué dicen candidatos sobre centro de datos y centro de detención de ICE te 2026-06-22T12:50:40.299Z Guía electoral de Marana 2026: Qué dicen candidatos sobre centro de datos y centro de detención de ICE Read in English Los residentes de Marana que voten en las primarias de julio podrían hacer más que elegir a su próximo alcalde y a cuatro miembros del concejo municipal: también podrían cambiar el enfoque de su ciudad hacia dos de los temas más controvertidos del país. La construcción de un centro de datos a gran escala y la apertura de un centro de detención de inmigrantes han generado un intenso desacuerdo en esta comunidad de aproximadamente 60,000 habitantes. Información electoral de Marana Para la elección primaria de Marana del 21 de julio, los candidatos que obtengan la mayoría de los votos serán declarados electos para el cargo. Si más candidatos alcanzan la mayoría de los necesarios que el número de puestos a cubrir, serán elegidos aquellos con el mayor número de votos. No se llevará a cabo ninguna elección adicional a menos que un número insuficiente de candidatos obtenga la mayoría de los votos emitidos para llenar uno o más de los puestos disponibles. Si no se llenan todos los puestos disponibles durante la elección primaria, se realizará una elección general para los puestos no cubiertos el 4 de noviembre. Para esta elección, el alcalde servirá por dos años para completar el mandato de Ed Honea, quien falleció en noviembre de 2024. Normalmente, tanto el alcalde como los miembros del concejo sirven cuatro años. Las elecciones municipales de Marana son no partidistas, lo que significa que no se incluye la afiliación política de los candidatos en la boleta. El Concejo Municipal de Marana aprobó por unanimidad en enero el cambio de zonificación de 600 acres para un nuevo centro de datos, una decisión que ahora forma parte de un caso civil ante la Corte de Apelaciones de Arizona, División Dos, con argumentos orales programados para el 19 de agosto. La controversia también gira en torno a que los funcionarios electos no han tomado una postura oficial sobre la apertura prevista de un centro de detención de inmigrantes en el sitio de una antigua prisión privada. Ahora, con la elección primaria del 21 de julio acercándose, los residentes de Marana decidirán si quieren nuevos representantes o al actual alcalde, Jon Post, y a tres miembros del concejo. Los candidatos al concejo compiten por cuatro puestos, incluidos los que pertenecen a dos titulares, Herb Kai y John Officer, y un miembro designado, Teri Murphy, quien ahora busca la aprobación de los votantes. El cuarto puesto pertenece a Patti Comerford, quien ha cumplido su mandato completo y no busca la reelección. Hay cinco contendientes en la boleta, incluidos cuatro que se postulan juntos bajo el nombre “Marana for the People”. Entre ellos están Greg Johnsen, quien se postula para alcalde, y tres mujeres para los puestos del concejo: Jackie McGuire, Sue Ritz y Julie Prince. Por último, está Jackie Craig, una candidata por escrito (write-in) que anteriormente fue miembro del concejo antes de decidir no postularse nuevamente hace dos años. Kai, Murphy y Officer, junto con Prince, no respondieron a las solicitudes de entrevista para este artículo o declinaron ser entrevistados. El centro de datos En los próximos 10 años, Beale Infrastructure planea desarrollar un centro de datos masivo en 600 acres en el norte de Marana, cerca de North Luckett y West Hardin Roads. El sitio, según el departamento de relaciones públicas de Beale, generará 407 millones de dólares en ingresos fiscales estatales, del condado y locales durante los próximos 10 años. En reuniones públicas esta primavera, un abogado de Beale describió el centro de datos como de “bajo consumo de agua”. Una portavoz de la empresa, Mary Davis, de Caliber Group, dijo que Beale se ha “comprometido con un diseño refrigerado por aire y de circuito cerrado, lo que minimiza el uso de agua”. La empresa dijo que traerá aproximadamente 4,200 empleos de construcción durante los próximos cinco a 10 años, y hasta 400 empleos permanentes. La Ciudad de Marana comenzó a prepararse para un centro de datos en 2024 cuando introdujo una nueva ordenanza para regular sitios futuros previstos. Esta ordenanza requiere que los desarrolladores realicen estudios de ruido, aseguren que la fuente de energía eléctrica sea suficiente, evalúen las necesidades energéticas futuras, estimen el consumo anual de agua, delimiten de dónde obtendrán el agua y expliquen cómo el centro de datos cumple con todos esos requisitos. Los miembros del concejo Officer y Murphy votaron a favor del cambio de zonificación para el centro de datos, mientras que el miembro del concejo Kai, cuya familia posee uno de los terrenos destinados al desarrollo, no estuvo presente en la reunión de enero. (Más información sobre Kai aquí, más información sobre Officer aquí y más información sobre Murphy aquí). El alcalde Post dijo que confía en que esa ordenanza mantendrá al desarrollador en cumplimiento. (Más información sobre Post aquí). “Mi esperanza para Marana es que este centro de datos genere un gran crecimiento de empleo”, dijo Post, quien ve esto como una oportunidad para construir la reputación de Marana como una ciudad favorable a los negocios. “Es importante que tratemos de facilitar esto. La palabra se corre a otras empresas y entonces es: ‘No vayamos a Marana porque simplemente dirán que no’”. Pero las candidatas al concejo Susan Ritz y Jackie McGuire creen que la ordenanza no es lo suficientemente sólida dado el tamaño del proyecto, que Ritz describió como “10 veces el tamaño de cualquier centro de datos existente en Phoenix”. (Más información sobre Ritz aquí y sobre McGuire aquí). “Soy una profesional de la industria minera. Las minas requieren declaraciones de impacto ambiental y operan bajo regulaciones que exigen bonos de cierre”, dijo Ritz. “Estos centros de datos de escala masiva no están regulados y no requieren evaluaciones ambientales”. Como mínimo, dijo Ritz, “la ordenanza debería exigir un bono de cierre para cubrir los costos de limpieza del impacto ambiental de un edificio que contiene toneladas de cableado de aluminio, baterías de litio y productos químicos de enfriamiento usados al momento de su cierre”. El proyecto de Marana es tan grande, coinciden ambas candidatas, que no existen datos sobre su posible efecto en el medio ambiente, el uso del agua y los costos de las tarifas eléctricas y de agua. McGuire dijo que a los residentes de Marana se les está pidiendo ser conejillos de indias en un experimento científico. Como analista de datos para centros de datos, McGuire dijo que ha estado tratando de decirle al concejo municipal que se trata de una iniciativa financieramente riesgosa. “Tomaron la decisión antes de siquiera permitir que alguien diera su opinión”, dijo. Agregó que están fuera de su profundidad y que “no están dispuestos a admitir lo que no saben”. McGuire dijo que la energía necesaria para operar una instalación tan grande requerirá “más que la mayoría de las instalaciones de energía en Arizona”. Al igual que McGuire y Ritz, el contrincante del alcalde Post, Greg Johnsen, cree que un centro de datos de gran escala no es adecuado para Marana. (Más información sobre Johnsen aquí). Johnsen dijo que el gobierno local, las empresas locales y los miembros de la comunidad necesitan colaborar más para crear una visión compartida para el futuro de Marana. “La gente necesita representación y necesita una voz”, dijo. “El concejo no parecía estar escuchando a nadie. Estoy aquí para poner a la gente primero”. Prince, quien está alineada con McGuire, Johnsen y Ritz en su sitio web conjunto, no comparte información específica sobre el centro de datos en su página, pero publicó que está “postulándose para apoyar un crecimiento responsable que se ajuste a nuestro entorno”. (Más información sobre Prince aquí). La candidata por escrito (write-in) Jackie Craig dijo que entiende ambos puntos de vista sobre el centro de datos. (Más información sobre Craig aquí). “Creo que es una cuestión de confianza”, dijo sobre la propuesta. “Les han asegurado todas estas cosas y ellos las creen. Hay muchas cosas positivas”. La ciudad necesita oportunidades de empleo, dijo. “Los trabajadores están muy a favor debido a los empleos de construcción que se crearían”, dijo. “No puedo criticar a los miembros del concejo. No sé lo que les dijeron”. Centro de detención Aproximadamente un mes después de que el Concejo Municipal de Marana aprobó el cambio de zonificación para el centro de datos, el Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de Estados Unidos (ICE) anunció su intención de abrir un centro de detención de inmigrantes en Marana. El sitio actualmente es una prisión privada cerrada propiedad de Management and Training Corporation, o MTC, en 12610 W. Silverbell Road. Aún no se ha firmado ningún acuerdo final, dijo Nissa Arnita, portavoz de MTC. “Como no hay un contrato en vigor, no estamos en posición de compartir detalles adicionales”, dijo. “Si se finaliza un acuerdo, nuestro enfoque seguirá siendo restablecer buenos empleos locales, apoyar la economía de Marana y operar la instalación con altos estándares de seguridad, profesionalismo y dignidad”. El edificio tiene capacidad para 513 personas, según documentos estatales, pero una orden de contratación federal publicada a principios de este año podría aumentar esa cifra a casi 800. Instalaciones similares han abierto en todo el país para dar cabida a la campaña de deportaciones masivas del presidente Donald Trump. Cientos de reportes periodísticos detallan condiciones graves dentro de estas instalaciones, mientras manifestantes y fuerzas del orden han estado enfrentándose durante meses en varios centros de detención a nivel nacional. Aunque la Ciudad de Marana no se ha opuesto públicamente al centro de detención de inmigrantes, el Concejo Municipal de Tucson aprobó por unanimidad una resolución en su contra. Post dijo que una resolución de ese tipo sería “irrelevante” y podría dividir aún más a la comunidad. “Como era una prisión y tienen la zonificación correcta, no hay mucho que podamos hacer o debamos hacer para detenerlo”, dijo. “Este no es un asunto de Marana. Es un asunto federal. Tienen que llamar a su congresista o congresista. Ahí es donde se toman las decisiones sobre este tema”. Craig dijo que está a favor de la aplicación de las leyes de inmigración cuando se lleva a cabo de una manera “normal y legal” y no le gusta ver los centros de detención como se manejan ahora, “sin un debido proceso oportuno”. “Estoy muy en contra de la forma en que se hizo en Minneapolis”, dijo. “Fue muy violento y estoy muy en contra de eso”. Sin embargo, dijo que, dado que la instalación en Marana es de propiedad privada, el gobierno federal trabaja directamente con los propietarios privados. En esencia, dijo, hay poco que el concejo municipal pueda hacer. Johnsen, el contendiente a la alcaldía, también cree que el pueblo debería adoptar una postura firme. “El centro de detención migratoria no beneficiará al pueblo de Marana. Y si no beneficia al pueblo, no debería permitirse”, dijo. “Ya existe división en la comunidad por este tema. La apertura de esta instalación hará que esa división sea aún más pronunciada, obligando al pueblo a utilizar sus recursos, incluido el departamento de policía, para mantener seguros a los manifestantes y a otras personas”. Ritz, quien se opone firmemente a tener un centro de detención de inmigrantes en Marana, dijo que afirmar que no se puede hacer nada es una excusa. “Constantemente dicen que no pueden hacer nada”, dijo. “Cualquiera que diga que tiene las manos atadas nunca debería ser elegido para nada. Es una excusa muy útil y luego nunca tienen que rendir cuentas”. Tanto Ritz como McGuire dijeron que el tema no es solo político en materia de inmigración. Los centros, dijo Ritz, “actúan como un freno económico, atraen controversia y generan presión sobre nuestro departamento de policía y los servicios de emergencia debido a las interacciones entre ICE y los residentes”. “Marana puede prescindir de este centro de detención porque divide a nuestra comunidad, trae atención no deseada a nuestro pueblo”, dijo, “y viola las protecciones constitucionales que juré defender cuando ingresé al servicio militar y presté el Juramento de Enlistamiento”. McGuire coincide. “La pregunta es si tener una prisión privada o un centro de detención es algo bueno para Marana, punto”, dijo. “Desde un punto de vista fiscalmente conservador y de una comunidad saludable, la respuesta debería ser no”. Créditos Traducción: Beatriz Limón Mantén informada a Arizona El equipo de Arizona Luminaria está trabajando incansablemente para ofrecerte reportajes en profundidad sobre las elecciones de Arizona 2026. Ayúdanos a continuar con esta labor tan importante donando hoy a nuestra sala de redacción sin fines de lucro. The post Guía electoral de Marana 2026: Qué dicen candidatos sobre centro de datos y centro de detención de ICE appeared first on AZ Luminaria. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a392f8c19723856783434b2 Marana 2026 election guide: What candidates say about ICE detention center, data center te 2026-06-22T12:50:20.858Z Marana 2026 election guide: What candidates say about ICE detention center, data center Leer en español Marana residents voting in the July primary may do more than select their next mayor and four council members — they could shift their town’s approach to two of the country’s most controversial issues.  The construction of a large-scale data center and the opening of an immigration detention center have brought passionate disagreement in this community of roughly 60,000.  Marana election info For Marana’s primary election July 21, candidates receiving a majority of the votes are declared elected to office. If more candidates receive a majority than the number of seats to be filled, the candidates receiving the highest number of votes will be elected. No further election will be held unless an insufficient number of candidates receive a majority of votes cast to fill one or more available seats. If not all available seats are filled during the primary election, a general election for any unfilled seat(s) will take place Nov. 4. For this election, the mayor will serve for two years to finish out the term of Ed Honea, who died in November 2024. Typically, both mayor and council members serve four years. Marana town elections are nonpartisan, meaning there is no representation of a candidate’s political party on the ballot. The Marana Town Council in January unanimously approved rezoning 600 acres for a new data center, a decision that’s now part of a civil case before the Arizona Court of Appeals, Division Two, with oral arguments scheduled Aug. 19. Controversy also revolves around elected officials not taking an official stand on the expected opening of an immigration detention center at the site of a former private prison.   Now, with the primary election approaching July 21, Marana residents will decide if they want new representatives or the current mayor, Jon Post, and three council members.  The council candidates are competing for four seats including those belonging to two incumbents, Herb Kai and John Officer, and one appointed member, Teri Murphy, who is now seeking voter approval. The fourth seat belongs to Patti Comerford, who has served her full term and is not seeking reelection.  There are five challengers on the ballot including four who are running together under the umbrella, “Marana for the People.” They include Greg Johnsen, who is running for mayor, and three women for the council seats: Jackie McGuire, Sue Ritz, and Julie Prince.  Lastly, there’s Jackie Craig, a write-in candidate who was previously a council member before she decided not to run again two years ago.  Kai, Murphy and Officer, along with Prince, either did not respond to interview requests for this article or declined to be interviewed. The data center  Over the next 10 years, Beale Infrastructure is planning to develop a massive data center on 600 acres in northern Marana, near north Luckett and west Hardin roads. The site, according to Beale’s public relations department, will generate $407 million in state, county and local tax revenue over the next 10 years. At public meetings this spring, an attorney for Beale described the data center as “low water.” A spokeswoman for the company, Mary Davis of Caliber Group, said Beale has “committed to an air-cooled, closed-loop design, which minimizes water use.” The company said it will bring in roughly 4,200 construction jobs for the next five to 10 years, and up to 400 permanent jobs. The Town of Marana began preparing for a data center in 2024 when it introduced a new ordinance to regulate anticipated future sites. This ordinance requires developers to conduct noise studies, ensure the source of electric power is sufficient, assess future energy needs, estimate annual water consumption, delineate where it will source the water, and explain how the data center meets all of those requirements. Council members Officer and Murphy voted in favor of the rezoning for the data center while Council member Kai, whose family owns one of the parcels slated for the development, was not present at the January meeting. (Learn more about Kai here, learn more about Officer here, and learn more about Murphy here).  Mayor Post said he is counting on that ordinance to keep the developer in compliance. (Learn more about Post here). “My hope for Marana is that this data center leads to big job growth,” said Post, who sees this as an opportunity to build Marana’s reputation as a business-friendly town. “It’s important we try to accommodate this. The word gets out to other companies and then it’s, ‘Let’s not go to Marana because they’ll just say no.’”  But council candidates Susan Ritz and Jackie McGuire believe the ordinance is not robust enough given the size of the project, which Ritz said is “10 times the size of any existing data center in Phoenix.” (Learn more about Ritz here and McGuire here). “I am a mining industry professional. Mines require environmental impact statements and operate under regulations that require closure bonds,” Ritz said. “These hyperscale data centers are unregulated and require no environmental assessments.” At the very least, Ritz said, “the ordinance should require a closure bond to cover the cleanup costs for the environmental impact of a building containing tons of aluminum wire, lithium batteries, and spent cooling chemicals upon its closure.” The Marana project is so large, the two candidates agree, that no data exists on its potential effect on the environment, water use, and electric and water rate costs.  McGuire said the residents of Marana are being asked to be guinea pigs for a science experiment. As a data analyst for data centers, McGuire said she’s been trying to tell the town council that this is a financially risky endeavor.  “They made the decision before they even gave anybody input,” she said. They are out of their depth, she said, and are “not willing to admit what they don’t know.” McGuire said the power needed to run such a huge facility will require “more than most of the power facilities in Arizona.”  Like McGuire and Ritz, Post’s challenger, Greg Johnsen, believes a large-scale data center is not a good fit for Marana. (Learn more about Johnsen here). Johnsen said the local government, local businesses and community members need to collaborate more to create a shared vision for Marana going forward.  “People need representation and they need a voice,” he said. “The council did not seem to be listening to anybody. I’m here to put the people first.”  Prince, who is aligned with McGuire, Johnsen and Ritz on their shared website, does not share specific information about the data center on her website, but posted she is “running to support responsible growth that fits our surroundings.” (Learn more about Prince here). Write-in council candidate Jackie Craig said she understands both ways of thinking about the data center. (Learn more about Craig here).  “I think it’s a matter of trust,” she said of the proposal. “They’ve been assured of all these things and they believe them. There are a lot of positives.”  The town needs employment opportunities, she said.  “Workers are very much in favor because of the construction jobs that it would create,” she said. “I can’t criticize the council members. I don’t know what they were told.” Detention center  About a month after the Marana Town Council approved rezoning for the data center, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced its intention to open an immigration detention center in Marana.  The site is currently a closed private prison owned by Management and Training Corporation, or MTC, at 12610 W. Silverbell Road. No final agreement has been signed yet, said Nissa Arnita, a spokesperson with MTC.  “Because there is no contract in place, we are not in a position to share additional details,” she said. “If an agreement is finalized, our focus will remain on restoring good local jobs, supporting the Marana economy, and operating the facility with high standards of safety, professionalism, and dignity.”  The building has a capacity of 513 people, according to state documents, but a federal procurement order released earlier this year could push that number to nearly 800. Similar facilities have opened across the country to accommodate President Donald Trump’s mass deportation campaign. Hundreds of news reports detail dire conditions within the facilities while protestors and law enforcement have been clashing for months at several detention centers nationwide.  While the Town of Marana has not publicly opposed the immigration detention center, the Tucson City Council unanimously passed a resolution opposing it.  Post said such a resolution would be “meaningless” and could further divide the community. “Because it was a prison and they have the correct zoning, there’s not a lot that we could do or should do to stop it,” he said. “This is not a Marana issue. This is a federal issue. You need to call your congressman or congresswoman. That’s where things take place on this issue.”  Craig said she is for immigration enforcement when it is carried out in a “normal, legal way” and doesn’t like to see the detention centers as they are run now, “without timely due process.” “I am very against the way it was done in Minneapolis,” she said. “It was very violent and I am very much against that.”  However, she said, since the facility  in Marana is privately owned, the federal government is working directly with the private owners. Essentially, she said, there is little the town council can do. Ritz, who is strongly opposed to having an immigration detention center in Marana, said saying nothing can be done is a cop-out.  “They are constantly talking about how they cannot do stuff,” she said. “Anyone who says their hands are tied should never be elected to anything. It’s a really useful excuse and then you’re never having to be held accountable.”  Johnsen, the challenger for mayor, also believes the town should take a strong stand.  “The immigration detention center will not benefit the town of Marana. And if it does not benefit the town, it should not be allowed,” he said.  “There is already division in the town over this. Opening this facility will make the division more pronounced, requiring the town to use its resources including the police department to keep protesters and others safe.” Both Ritz and McGuire said the issue is not just about immigration politics The centers, Ritz said, “act as an economic depressant, invite controversy, and strains on our police department and emergency services due to interactions between ICE and residents.”  “Marana can do without this detention center because it divides our community, brings unwanted attention to our town,” she said, “and violates the Constitutional protections I swore to defend when I entered military service and swore the Oath of Enlistment.” McGuire agrees.  “The question is whether having a private prison or a detention center is a good thing for Marana, period,” she said. “From a fiscally conservative and healthy community point of view, the answer should be no.” Keep Arizona Informed Arizona Luminaria’s staff is working tirelessly to bring you in-depth reporting on Arizona’s 2026 elections. Help us continue this important work by donating to our nonprofit newsroom today. The post Marana 2026 election guide: What candidates say about ICE detention center, data center appeared first on AZ Luminaria. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a392b1a1972385678343447 Norway World Cup fans take over Times Square as team prepares for Senegal match te 2026-06-22T12:31:22.674Z Norway World Cup fans take over Times Square as team prepares for Senegal match Norway is set to take on Senegal in their second 2026 FIFA World Cup match of the tournament on Monday night at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Several hours before the whistle blew on the pitch, Norwegian fans flocked to Times Square in the heart of New York City to give their squad a proper sendoff. WATCH THE WORLD CUP FINAL ON FOX ONE Hundreds of Norway fans performed the "Viking Row" to offer proper support of their nation’s best soccer players. Max Bretos, the voice of Major League Soccer’s LA FC, posted a video on his X account showing the flock of fans at Times Square. "Imagine you are heading to Times Square NYC to see ‘Les Miserables’ and you stumble into this …" he wrote on X. Norway enters the Group I match in first place after a resounding win over Iraq. The team has yet to play France in the group stage, which will come in its finale. FOX ONE’S NEW WORLD CUP VIEWING EXPERIENCE Senegal will really have to dig deep in order to come away with a point. Containing soccer star Erling Haaland is a mission in and of itself. "Yes, Haaland, but it's not Haaland alone," Senegal reserve goalkeeper Mory Diaw said through an interpreter. "Haaland by himself, he can’t do anything. He needs his teammates, so it’s not how do we stop Haaland. It’s up to us to be prepared for the game against Norway." Senegal head coach Pepe Thiaw said that being able to keep Norway at bay starts with neutralizing Haaland. "Haaland obviously doesn’t need any introducing," Thiaw said. "We’ve got good defenders. We’ve got very high-level defenders who have played in very high-level competitions and have come across strikers of this caliber." The match will begin at 8 p.m. ET. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a392b07197238567834343e How to stop scam texts from targeting aging parents te 2026-06-22T12:31:03.220Z How to stop scam texts from targeting aging parents Scam texts are annoying for everyone. For older adults with memory issues, they can become financially disastrous. Rob from Kennesaw, Georgia, is dealing with that exact situation. His mom uses her iPhone for nearly everything, and scam texts keep pulling her into links, purchases and political donation pages. His story shows why this problem needs more than another reminder to "be careful." Here's what Rob asked us: "My mom is 81 years old with mild dementia. She uses her iPhone for everything and gets bombarded with texts all day from scams and political campaigns. Last year, I found that she had given $25 to a campaign, and over about two months, they charged more than $5,000 across two cards. Fortunately, I disputed the charges and got the money refunded. The problem is, the texts keep coming. Every couple of weeks, she clicks something and buys a service she does not need. She tells me she does not remember doing it, but I can see the texts and browser history. I already have the new iOS text filter on, but she opens the filtered texts and starts looking through them. I am so frustrated. Is there a way to stop all texts except known contacts, or are there any other ideas?" Rob, I get why you're frustrated. You are doing the right thing by watching the accounts, disputing charges and trying to keep your mom safe. But with mild dementia involved, reminders only go so far. She may truly have no memory of clicking a link or buying something. That means the phone needs more guardrails. The goal is to make risky texts harder to see, risky links harder to tap and surprise charges harder to complete. You do that by tightening the phone, the carrier account, the payment setup and the bank alerts. Let's walk through the settings and safeguards that can help protect her while still letting her use the phone for the people and services she actually needs. Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report SCAMMERS EXPLOITED MOM’S FEARS TO STEAL HER ENTIRE LIFE'S SAVINGS A scam text may look obvious to you. For someone with mild dementia, it may look urgent, familiar or harmless. That matters because scammers rely on quick reactions. A text may say a package is delayed, a donation needs confirmation, or an account needs attention. One tap can lead to a payment page. One saved card can turn that tap into a charge. So, the goal changes. You are not trying to make your parent perfect at spotting scams. You are trying to reduce the number of risky choices that appear in front of them. If your parent uses an iPhone, start with Apple's built-in Screen Time controls. The built-in iPhone option is Communication Limits. This setting can limit who can contact your parent through Phone, FaceTime, Messages and supported Apple communication features. Before you start, make sure iCloud Contacts are turned on. Go to Settings > [your name] > iCloud and look under Saved to iCloud for Contacts. Make sure Contacts is enabled. You may need to tap See All or Show All to find it. On her iPhone: Set the Screen Time passcode yourself. Avoid using a code your parent already knows or might guess. This passcode helps keep those settings from being changed later. One important note: Contacts Only allows communication with people saved in Contacts. For tighter control, review her Contacts list and remove anyone unfamiliar. Downtime can make the iPhone quieter during certain hours. That can help if your loved one tends to click around at night or during times when you cannot check in. To turn on Downtime: Then make sure trusted contacts can still get through: This may feel restrictive at first. However, if cards keep getting canceled and reissued, a safer setup can protect both her money and your peace of mind. Apple's message filtering can help. In newer versions of iOS, unknown senders can be sorted into a separate area. However, those messages may still be viewable, which is exactly the issue Rob described. His mom sees the badge, opens Messages and starts looking through filtered texts. To check unknown sender filtering on an iPhone: Then check spam filtering: Keep this on, but do not rely on it alone. If your parent can still open filtered texts and tap links, you need more protection. This is a small setting that can make a real difference. If the red Messages badge keeps pulling your parent back into the app, turn off badges for Messages. To turn off Messages badges: She can still receive texts. However, the red number will no longer invite her to hunt through filtered messages. For some families, that one change can reduce the urge to check every message. If your parent uses a Samsung phone with the latest available Android and One UI software, start by checking for updates. To check for software updates: Settings may vary depending on your Android phone’s manufacturer Then turn on spam protection in Google Messages: Settings may vary depending on your Android phone’s manufacturer To block and report a scam text in Google Messages: Settings may vary depending on your Android phone’s manufacturer Scam texts are the bigger issue in Rob's case, but scam calls often come from the same world of bad actors. On a Samsung phone, turn on Samsung's Caller ID and spam protection. To turn it on: Settings may vary depending on your Android phone’s manufacturer Then turn on stronger spam blocking: Samsung says Galaxy phones can use Smart Call to identify suspected spam callers and block spam or scam calls. This will not stop every scam call. Still, it adds another layer. Samsung does not have the same Communication Limits setup as the iPhone. However, you can still reduce risk with Digital Wellbeing and parental controls. To set an app timer on a Samsung phone: This can help reduce repeated checking or late-night clicking, especially if scam texts keep pulling your loved one back into the Messages app. You can also explore Google Family Link if it fits your family situation. Family Link can help manage app use, screen time and some account controls, depending on the Google account and phone setup. Settings may vary depending on your Android phone’s manufacturer This may help a caregiver manage app installs, screen time and some account controls. The exact options depend on the Google account and phone setup. The next step is her cell carrier. Some blocking happens at the network level before the text reaches the phone. Call the carrier and say something like: "My mom is an older adult with memory issues. She is being financially targeted through scam texts. What is the strongest SMS spam and scam blocking you can add to her line?" Ask the carrier: Changing her number is inconvenient. In a severe case, though, it may be worth considering. If her number is already circulating through scam lists and political donation databases, a new number could slow the flood. If the texts continue, block the sender and report the message as junk. You can also report unwanted texts to the FCC through its consumer complaint center. THE ONE THING THAT COULD PROTECT YOUR PARENTS FROM SCAMMERS  This is one of the most important steps. If your parent can tap a link and pay instantly, the phone remains too open. Removing saved cards adds friction. That friction can stop a bad click from becoming a charge. To remove cards from iPhone Wallet: Then turn off saved credit cards in Safari: On a Samsung phone, check Samsung Wallet first: Settings may vary depending on your Android phone’s manufacturer One important note: deleting a card from Samsung Wallet removes it from the phone, but it does not cancel the physical card. To close the card completely, contact the card issuer. Then check Google Wallet: Settings may vary depending on your Android phone’s manufacturer Also, remove saved cards from shopping sites, PayPal, campaign donation sites and browsers. Check retail apps, delivery apps, donation platforms and streaming services too. If the card is stored somewhere, a scam page may be only a few taps away. If your parent still needs to make occasional purchases, consider using one separate low-limit card. This can contain the damage if she clicks on another bad link. You can also ask the card issuer about online purchase restrictions, merchant blocks and daily spending limits. Another option is a prepaid card with a small balance. That can give her some independence while protecting her main accounts. If you are comparing card options for an older parent, our guide to the best credit cards for seniors and retirees at Cyberguy.com breaks down features that may matter, including fees, fraud protections and everyday benefits. Banks and credit unions may offer tools that help families protect older adults from fraud. Ask the bank about: Also, ask whether the bank can flag repeated political donations or recurring online charges for review. Do not assume the first customer service rep knows every option. Ask for the fraud department or an elder financial exploitation team if the bank has one. A trusted contact can give a financial institution someone to reach if it sees warning signs. This does not automatically give that person full access to the account. However, it can help the bank contact someone reliable if something looks wrong. For Rob, this could be especially useful because he already monitors his mom's accounts. A trusted contact setup may make it easier for the bank to involve him when unusual activity appears. This is where the situation gets serious. If your mom cannot remember purchases and keeps getting pulled into payment links, it may be time to talk with an elder-law attorney. Ask about a financial power of attorney or other legal tools that let you protect her money. This does not mean taking away her dignity. It means creating a plan before scammers and aggressive fundraisers drain more money. The right setup depends on your state, her diagnosis, her finances and her ability to make decisions. An elder-law attorney can help you avoid mistakes that create family or banking problems later. Texts may be the entry point, but scammers often move people across email, websites and payment pages. Since Rob already has access to his mom's email and banking, he should also check: To check subscriptions on iPhone: To check Google Play subscriptions on a Samsung phone: Settings may vary depending on your Android phone’s manufacturer Then check the browser history and saved payment methods. To clear Safari history on iPhone: To delete browsing data in Samsung Internet: Settings may vary depending on your Android phone’s manufacturer This can remove old scam pages or saved site data that your parent may accidentally revisit, though it will not block new scam texts. To delete browsing data in Chrome on Android: Settings may vary depending on your Android phone’s manufacturer This will not stop future scams by itself. However, it can remove old pages that she may revisit. If your parent uses an iPhone, Screen Time can limit purchases and app installs. To restrict purchases on iPhone: If your parent uses a Samsung phone, you can add purchase controls through Google Play. To require purchase authentication on a Samsung phone: Settings may vary depending on your Android phone’s manufacturer This can help if scam texts lead her to download apps or pay for unnecessary services. Since your mom has already been financially targeted, identity theft protection is worth considering. Our #1 pick for identity theft protection can help monitor for signs of identity theft, suspicious activity and fraud alerts. Identity theft protection will not stop every scam text. However, it can help you spot signs that her personal information is being misused elsewhere. See my tips and best picks on Best Identity Theft Protection at Cyberguy.com Scammers often get personal information from data broker sites, old records, public listings and marketing databases. A data removal service can help reduce how much of her information is floating around online. That may help cut down on scam targeting over time. This isn’t instant. It also will not stop every message. Still, it can be very useful as part of a broader protection plan. Check out my top picks for data removal services and get a free scan to find out if your personal information is already out on the web by visiting Cyberguy.com For phone and device protection, our #1 pick for antivirus helps protect iPhone, Android, Mac and PC devices from malware, phishing links, unsafe downloads and other online threats. On an iPhone, antivirus software works differently than it does on a PC. The bigger value is usually safer browsing, phishing protection and alerts for risky links. On a Samsung phone, mobile security tools can also help warn about risky websites, phishing attempts and suspicious links. Get my picks for the best 2026 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android & iOS devices at Cyberguy.com Rob, start with the changes that reduce the most risk right away. If your mom uses an iPhone, set Screen Time Communication Limits to contacts only. Then turn off Messages badges so filtered texts stop grabbing her attention. After that, remove saved cards from Wallet, Safari and shopping accounts. If your parent uses a Samsung phone, update the phone, turn on Google Messages spam protection, block repeat senders and enable Samsung's spam call protection. Then remove saved cards from Samsung Wallet, Google Wallet and shopping apps. Next, call the carrier and ask for the strongest scam-text protection available. Then call the bank and ask about trusted contacts, transaction alerts, merchant blocks and lower limits. Finally, talk with an elder-law attorney if the problem keeps happening. At this point, you are dealing with a financial safety issue, not a normal spam-text annoyance.  HOW TO HAND OFF DATA PRIVACY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR OLDER ADULTS TO A TRUSTED LOVED ONE  Rob's situation is heartbreaking because his mom likely has no idea how often this is happening. She may truly believe she did not buy anything. That is what makes dementia-related scam protection so hard. The goal isn’t to shame her or strip away every bit of independence. The goal is to make the phone safer before the next scam text arrives. A few settings can help. But the real protection comes from layering phone limits, carrier tools, payment restrictions and bank alerts. Scammers are counting on confusion, curiosity and one easy click. Families need to make that click harder to reach and harder to turn into a charge. What steps have you taken to protect an aging loved one from scam texts, risky links or surprise charges? 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/6a392af31972385678343435 Ice Cube apologizes after Lance Stephenson brawl leads to ejection, forfeit in BIG3 opening weekend te 2026-06-22T12:30:43.773Z Ice Cube apologizes after Lance Stephenson brawl leads to ejection, forfeit in BIG3 opening weekend Lance Stephenson hasn't played in the NBA since 2022. But if you were wondering whether he's mellowed out with age, the answer appears to be a resounding no. The former Indiana Pacers guard found himself at the center of a wild brawl during the BIG3’s opening weekend, earning an ejection and a suspension. CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGE Stephenson, who now plays for Miami 305, appeared to tackle LA Riot's Devin Ebanks on a drive to the basket before briefly putting him in a headlock. Moments later, he took a swing at Jordan Crawford as players rushed into the scrum.  Teammate Michael Beasley was involved in a separate altercation with Dwight Howard, and both Beasley and Stephenson were tossed from the game. Miami 305 ultimately forfeited after being reduced to just two available players. As a Pacers fan, this really brought me back to the good ol' days. Remember when Lance blew in LeBron's ear during the 2014 Eastern Conference Finals? Classic stuff. EX-NBA STARS GET INTO SKIRMISH DURING BIG3 BASKETBALL GAME Unfortunately for Stephenson and Beasley, the league wasn't nearly as entertained. BIG3 Commissioner Clyde Drexler announced Sunday that both players have been suspended one game. In an official statement, Drexler said the league embraces physical play and trash talk, but added that "fighting of any kind will not be tolerated" and that protecting the integrity of the game and the safety of those on and around the court remains a top priority. To ensure Miami 305 can still meet the league's minimum roster requirements, the suspensions will be staggered. Stephenson will serve his suspension in Week 2, while Beasley will sit out Week 3. "Apologies to everybody watching the Miami 305 vs. LA Riot on CBS yesterday," BIG3 founder Ice Cube wrote on X Sunday. "We all wanted to see a great basketball game. That wasn't it." For better or worse, though, the incident served as a reminder of why Stephenson was always must-watch television. And apparently, retirement from the NBA hasn't changed that one bit. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3928ad19723856783433f2 Vigil planned for 18-year-old tourist killed in Central Park horse-drawn carriage incident te 2026-06-22T12:21:01.726Z Vigil planned for 18-year-old tourist killed in Central Park horse-drawn carriage incident Elected officials and animal welfare advocates will gather for a vigil to be held on Monday to honor the 18-year-old tourist who died after falling from a horse-drawn carriage in Central Park last Wednesday. Romanch Mahajan, who was visiting New York City from India with his family, suffered fatal injuries when the horse became spooked and bolted off. It ran down West Drive before its carriage flipped over after crashing into another carriage. Mahajan's father said that his son died trying to save his mother, who had fallen out of the carriage following the impact. MAN KILLED AFTER HORSE-DRAWN CARRIAGE BOLTS AND FLIPS NEAR POPULAR NEW YORK CITY TOURIST DESTINATION New Yorkers for Clean, Livable, and Safe Streets (NYCLASS) announced that it would hold the vigil to honor Mahajan at the Cherry Hill Fountain near where the incident occurred. The organization also announced that the city's "Ryder’s Law" will be renamed "Romanch’s Law" in Mahajan's memory. Ryder's Law is a bill that aims to phase out horse-drawn carriages in NYC. The bill was proposed in 2022 by former New York City Council member Bob Holden after a horse named Ryder collapsed on a street in Hell's Kitchen and later died. Council Member Chris Marte renewed the call for the bill's passage after Mahajan's death, and Council Speaker Julie Menin said that a hearing for the bill would take place in July. "It is now time to act. The Council recently introduced Ryder’s Law to address longstanding concerns surrounding the horse carriage industry, and we will hold a hearing on the bill in July. We look forward to hearing from all stakeholders and reviewing measures to address horse welfare and public safety concerns as we work toward a thoughtful solution to this urgent issue." Menin said in a statement. Alexander Kemp, administrative vice president of Transport Workers Union Local 100, said in a statement Friday that "our hearts go out to the family" of Romanch Mahajan. "Words can’t express the enormity of this tragedy," Kemp said. "We are taking the first steps towards addressing safety issues." Kemp added at a news conference Friday that the union is putting together new safety training protocols with feedback from the horse carriage operators that will be rolled out, and that about 200 carriage owners and drivers will be required to follow. Horse-drawn carriage usage in Central Park has been a hotly debated topic, with animal rights groups calling for an outright ban on the practice. Mayor Zohran Mamdani has stated that he would work with the city council, the industry and animal welfare advocates to seek to end horse-drawn carriages in the park, promising to "deliver a just transition that protects workers while ending horse-drawn carriages in Central Park once and for all." Fox News Digital reached out to Central Park Conservancy, NYCLASS, NYPD, TWU Local 100 and Council Member Chris Marte's office for additional comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39288419723856783433d3 Alan Greenspan, Fed Chairman Through Prosperity and Crisis, Dies at 100 te 2026-06-22T12:20:20.258Z Alan Greenspan, Fed Chairman Through Prosperity and Crisis, Dies at 100 The pre-eminent economic policymaker of his time and a skilled political operator, he favored market-friendly stances that would later come to be associated with destructive financial forces. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3926561972385678343367 Chicago resident living in shadows of Obama Presidential Center reveal chaos caused by years-long construction te 2026-06-22T12:11:02.551Z Chicago resident living in shadows of Obama Presidential Center reveal chaos caused by years-long construction CHICAGO – A man who has lived on Chicago’s South Side for 18 years and now lives in the shadow of the newly opened Barack Obama Presidential Center described to Fox News Digital the havoc he says the years-long construction project wreaked on his housing complex. Akoma Amanze is a local cab driver who lives in Jackson Park Terrace, a low-income housing community directly across the street from the 19.3 acre campus dedicated to the 44th president. Over the weekend, while thousands of people from across the country — celebrities and ordinary folks alike — swarmed the area to visit Obama's new campus that features a museum, library, gardens and recreational activities, Amanze and other residents took in the spectacle. But Amanze told Fox News Digital the buzz across the street was nothing new. While he made it very clear that he supports Obama, and described living at Jackson Park Terrace as a "very good experience," Amanze and others in his complex dealt with massive headaches caused by the construction. OBAMA CENTER EMBEDS 'INDIGENOUS' LAND MESSAGE ON CONTROVERSIAL SITE He described the construction process, which began in 2021, as "sometimes very, very disturbing." SUBCONTRACTORS SAY THEY’RE OWED MILLIONS, FACE FINANCIAL RUIN, AFTER HELPING BUILD OBAMA PRESIDENTIAL CENTER "He's my man, and I'm excited that this site is here" said Amanze, referring to Obama, "but as a resident, there has been a lot of things [that] have stopped us here." "On two occasions, my apartment flooded while they were digging the lower level of that project," he said. "Two times. And I had to deal with the ramifications of that twice. Those ramifications were that all my apartment was flooded, and I had to throw away everything on the floor. Boxes, papers, clothes, I had to throw them away." BUREAUCRATS HIDE TRUE PRICE OF OBAMA PRESIDENTIAL CENTER AS TAXPAYERS HIT WITH INFRASTRUCTURE BILL He said he had to suck the water out of his home himself, and then clean the entire mess up himself. Despite the destruction, according to Amanze, neither the complex's management nor representatives from the Obama Center offered to help deal with the fallout, financially or otherwise. Then there was the reverberation from the digging, he said. "Sometimes, you stay in bed or in the apartment, [and] the digging — sometimes when they were digging deep— [it] would be shaking your bed," he said. "I had that experience all through the construction." OBAMA’S LEGACY PROJECT OFFERS LITTLE HOPE FOR CHICAGO’S SOUTH SIDE RESIDENTS Across the street used to be a community park where Amanze said he "more or less raised all [his] children." "In fact, my last child, that is 14 today, there used to be a favorite swing on that park where I took him every time he starts crying or he starts showing signs of stress," Amanze said. "I take him there, and I put him on that swing, and I swing him up and down, and then he will fall asleep, and then I bring him back home." The park is gone now, but Amanze is not bitter. "When things are happening that you do not have the power to stop, you just have to learn to live with it," he said. "I just learned to live with it. I'm not upset. I'm excited that my brother Obama was able to establish something this big in my neighborhood. At least in my mind, I'm a part of the history." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3926431972385678343352 Scientists find 'signs of life' inside 5,300-year-old mummy in remarkable discovery te 2026-06-22T12:10:43.172Z Scientists find 'signs of life' inside 5,300-year-old mummy in remarkable discovery Researchers have uncovered traces of ancient microbes inside a mummy — unexpected "signs of life" that may have persisted for more than 5,300 years. The study, recently published in the journal Microbiome, centers on Ötzi the Iceman, a mummy found by a tourist inside a glacier in the Alps in 1991, news agency SWNS reported. Ötzi's remains date back to 3300 B.C., before Stonehenge and the Egyptian pyramids were built. He was between 25 and 35 years old when he died, and stood roughly 5 feet 2 inches tall. ANCIENT PALACE DISCOVERY CHALLENGES THE MYTH BEHIND SPARTA'S RISE TO POWER Researchers originally believed he succumbed to exposure or exhaustion while crossing the Alps, though later examinations found that an arrowhead was lodged in his left shoulder — suggesting he likely bled to death. Experts at Eurac Research found that Ötzi's remains still contain a complex community of ancient and modern microorganisms — offering a rare glimpse into the microbial past of early humans. While studying the mummy at the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology in Bolzano, Italy, researchers found cold-adapted yeasts and genetic traces of bacteria from Ötzi's ancient gut microbiome. They also differentiated between microorganisms that were present during Ötzi's lifetime and those that colonized his body after his death, using tissue samples, swabs and genetic analysis. COULD NOAH'S ARK REMAINS BE BURIED IN TURKEY? NEW FINDINGS REVIVE AGE-OLD DEBATE The team analyzed ice from the surface of Ötzi’s body, as well as meltwater inside the mummy. Researchers also drew on intestinal tissue and stomach-content data from previous studies. A surprising discovery was the presence of cold-adapted yeast species, likely originating from the glacial environment, which have persisted on Ötzi’s body to the present day. Ötzi's microbiome is also unique in that it contains gut bacteria that aren't typically found in the intestines of modern humans, researchers said. "Ötzi therefore offers a rare glimpse into humanity’s microbial past," Eurac Research noted in a statement. Some of the microbes may still exist in a dormant state more than 5,000 years after Ötzi's death, as his body sits at the South Tyrol Museum, the experts said. Elisabeth Vallazza, director of the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology, described the mummy's preservation condition as "very stable today." 'WELL-PRESERVED' 5,000-YEAR-OLD DOG BURIED WITH BONE DAGGER UNEARTHED IN ANCIENT BOG "Close microbiological monitoring ensures that the mummy suffers no damage," said Vallazza in a statement. "But further research and full conservation efforts are certainly needed to preserve it for many more generations." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Despite the findings, there is still mystery surrounding how microorganisms survive and interact within Ötzi's frozen remains. The conditions "are not yet fully understood," said conservation expert and co-author Marco Samadelli, as SWNS reported. "This study expands our knowledge in this area." Frank Maixner, director of the Institute for Mummy Studies at Eurac Research, said the discovery points to a continuous presence of certain microorganisms on the mummy throughout its long history. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES "These yeasts have accompanied Ötzi on his long journey through the millennia," Maixner said in a statement. Ötzi is "not a static relic, but a dynamic biological system," he added. The latest findings add to a growing body of recent research on mummies and other ancient remains. Earlier this spring, officials announced that researchers from the University of Barcelona discovered a copy of Homer's "Iliad" placed on top of a mummy in Egypt. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ Last year, utility workers in Lima, Peru, uncovered a millennia-old mummy while on the job. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3923ea19723856783432f1 Giants' Rafael Devers expresses frustration with pinch-run decision amid one-run loss to Marlins te 2026-06-22T12:00:42.555Z Giants' Rafael Devers expresses frustration with pinch-run decision amid one-run loss to Marlins The San Francisco Giants were attempting to rally down one run in the top of the ninth inning against the Miami Marlins on Sunday when Rafael Devers reached first base on a walk. Giants manager Tony Vitello was about to pinch-run for Devers in hopes of adding speed on the bases to tie the game. Jonah Cox ran toward first while Devers tried to shoo him away. Devers pleaded from first base to stay in the game while Cox was caught in the middle of the ordeal. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Devers walked back to the dugout in a huff. Jung Hoo Lee, the next Giants batter, flied out and then Willy Adames grounded into a double play. The Marlins secured the 2-1 win. Vitello seemed to understand Devers’ reasoning for wanting to stay in the game but also knew that Devers was battling some leg soreness. He said that once he made the decision to have Cox come into the game, there was no turning back. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "So, just going with what our best effort is to win the game," the first-year MLB manager said, via MLB.com. "Obviously, you'd like to get Jonah to go get it back, you know, he's relatively quick to the plate, but on a double, going with our best chance to be able to score." Vitello said he didn’t think the situation warranted another conversation with Devers outside of their daily chats. San Francisco fell to 31-46 with the loss. Miami improved to 40-38. The Giants acquired Devers in a blockbuster trade with the Boston Red Sox last season, but seem willing to part ways with him before this year’s trade deadline. Multiple reports indicated last week that the Giants were exploring the possibility of a fire sale making Devers, Adames and Matt Chapman available. Devers is hitting .238 with 11 home runs and a majors-leading 23 doubles. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a391859197238567834315e America won't last another 250 years based on the 'current administration,' MS NOW guest warns te 2026-06-22T11:11:21.201Z America won't last another 250 years based on the 'current administration,' MS NOW guest warns MS NOW guest and podcast host Akilah Hughes warned on Sunday that America may not last another 250 years based on the current trajectory. "I don’t think America is making it to 500, if we’re on the same trajectory," Hughes said on "Current with Jacob Soboroff." "You know, 250 was a stretch." After being pressed to continue, Hughes went on to blame the Trump administration for her concerns. BILL MAHER TELLS LIBERALS TO STOP 'PARTISAN SULKING' AND JOIN AMERICA 250 PARTY "We have a concerted effort from the current administration to forget about history, to sort of destroy public education, to destroy public works, to privatize everything," Hughes said. "And if we know one thing about corporations, you know, in the long term, they are not giving back to the people." She continued, "I think we are a very young democracy. There are so many other countries that have come and gone, and I don’t know why we believe we are immune to that." EXCLUSIVE LOOK INSIDE AMERICA250 TIME CAPSULE REVEALS ARTIFACTS PRESERVING US HISTORY Hughes went on to call it a "pessimistic time" in the U.S., especially for young people. However, Hughes' fellow panelist, Aminatou Sow, admitted that, though she agreed with Hughes, she has seen more optimistic energy from her fellow Americans. "I live in New York City, and the energy that I see here from people who just refuse to give up. Our community is just like so tenacious. And I’m like, this is the energy that America has. For 250 years, horrible people have been trying to destroy this place, and they have not succeeded. And so it’s not going to happen on our watch," Sow said. Fox News Digital reached out to the White House for comment. ONLY 27 PERCENT OF DEMOCRATS WILL DISPLAY AMERICAN FLAG ON JULY 4: POLL Other MS NOW hosts and guests have expressed pessimism towards the America 250 celebrations as July 4 approaches. MS NOW host Al Sharpton previously suggested that it was "crazy" to expect Black people to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. According to a Reuters/Ipsos survey conducted June 12–15 among 1,537 U.S. adults, 64% of Republicans said they would display an American flag or flag bunting outside their home this July 4 compared with just 27% of Democrats. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3918451972385678343155 8 common food preservatives linked to higher risk of high blood pressure and heart disease te 2026-06-22T11:11:01.684Z 8 common food preservatives linked to higher risk of high blood pressure and heart disease Common food preservatives may contribute to higher risks of high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease, according to a large French study. Researchers analyzed data from 112,395 adults averaging 42 years of age, assessing their detailed dietary intake with an average follow-up of nearly eight years. Among the participants, 5,544 developed hypertension during the follow-up period, and 2,450 experienced cardiovascular disease events. 'ADDICTIVE' ULTRA-PROCESSED FOODS LINKED TO SPIKE IN CHRONIC DISEASE, RESEARCHERS WARN Higher consumption of total non-antioxidant preservatives was associated with a 29% greater risk of hypertension and a 16% higher risk of cardiovascular disease. Higher consumption of total antioxidant preservatives was linked to a 22% spike in hypertension risk. Out of the 17 preservative additives consumed by at least 10% of participants, eight in particular were associated with higher rates of hypertension, including the following. HEART SURGEON REVEALS WHAT TO EAT (AND NOT EAT) FOR OPTIMAL CARDIAC HEALTH Only one of the preservatives – ascorbic acid, which is the food additive form of vitamin C – was significantly associated with higher cardiovascular disease risk. The finding does not mean that dietary vitamin C itself causes cardiovascular disease, the researchers noted. The study examined ascorbic acid in the form used as a food additive in processed foods, not vitamin C from fruits, vegetables or supplements. The findings were published in the European Heart Journal. "This is a very important study that puts together what we already know – that preservatives of all kinds raise blood pressure and contribute directly to heart disease and stroke over eight years," Dr. Marc Siegel, Fox News senior medical analyst, told Fox News Digital. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER "Whereas potassium itself can lower blood pressure, the additive potassium sorbate has previously been found to be associated with hypertension in a large study in the European Heart Journal," the doctor, who was not involved in the study, told Fox News Digital. "Potassium metabisulphite was also found to raise pressure in the same study." The same was found for sodium nitrite in the new study, Siegel noted, with 73% of participants consuming it regularly – "mostly in processed foods like hot dogs, ham, bacon and deli meats." "This has been found in previous research for many years," he added. Siegel also discussed the 22% increased risk linked to ascorbic acid. "I am dubious about this association, as it has not generally been found before, but perhaps the risk is when it is used as a chemical preservative." CLICK HERE FOR MORE HEALTH STORIES "For all the sodium additives, this is expected, but surprising with extracts of rosemary and citric acid – the key to both of these ingredients is when they are used as preservatives (chemicals)," he added. As this was an observational study, it could not prove that the additives caused the health conditions. Also, the participants who volunteered for the study were generally healthier, more educated and more often female than the general French population, the researchers noted. There was also the chance that hypertension was underdiagnosed in some participants. While the researchers estimated people's dietary intake as accurately as possible, there was a chance that some consumption was inaccurately reported. The authors emphasized that these findings need to be confirmed in further research of other populations. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ If the results are replicated in future research, some food preservatives may face additional safety reviews focused on their effects on the cardiovascular system, the researchers suggested. "The take-home is to use natural ingredients as much as possible, and especially beware of sodium chemical preservatives when it comes to risk of heart disease and stroke from associated hypertension," Siegel concluded. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a391832197238567834314c Democrats aim to kill school choice from Wisconsin to the rest of the US te 2026-06-22T11:10:42.235Z Democrats aim to kill school choice from Wisconsin to the rest of the US At a recent town hall, both leading Democratic candidates for the governorship of Wisconsin, state Rep. Francesca Hong and former Lieutenant Gov. Mandela Barnes, pledged to abolish the school choice program in their state. Meanwhile, the progressive legal organization Law Forward filed a suit that could end the Dairy State’s school choice programs, alleging that these programs run afoul of the state constitution. The 2000 state supreme court ruling that permitted vouchers did so only so long as the state legislature provides "sufficient resources" to traditional public schools. Even though the state currently funds Milwaukee Public Schools to the tune of $25,000 per student, Law Forward alleges that these resources are insufficient. Wisconsin’s highest court may be primed to agree — the court flipped to a progressive majority in 2023. Were either effort to succeed, it would be a travesty for the 60,000 students who currently enroll in one of Wisconsin’s choice programs and a stain upon the Democratic Party’s record. It would signal that the party would rather cave to pressure from teachers unions and progressives than actually serve student needs. WISCONSIN STATE SUPERINTENDENT CALLS FOR SCHOOL CHOICE TO BE 'ELIMINATED' Milwaukee boasts the nation’s first voucher program after Republican Gov. Tommy Thompson teamed up with local civil rights groups to pass a choice policy in 1990. Notably, it was a civil rights framing, not appeals to libertarian or religious concerns, that won support. In his book "Voucher Wars," attorney Clint Bolick tells of the rows of African-American parents who supported the voucher by attending every court meeting. The Wall Street Journal ran three op-eds in support of the initiative and Bolick writes that "for the first time in a major national media outlet, the civil rights banner was unfurled over the school choice movement." Such a proclamation remains true. The primary beneficiaries of choice policies are the students who themselves receive vouchers and thereby can access school options that they could not otherwise afford.  Students who attend participating schools are more likely to attend college, persist through college and abstain from criminal activity into adulthood. HOUSTON SCHOOL DISTRICT TRYING TO WOO PARENTS WHILE LOSING STUDENTS AMID SCHOOL CHOICE COMPETITION Affluent families already leverage their resources to purchase homes in well-to-do communities with successful schools. Vouchers afford this same ability to everyone else. Other surprising beneficiaries of school choice, however, are students who remain in traditional public schools. There’s a robust body of literature that studies the so called "competitive effects" of school choice programs, whereby the competition from charter, private and other such options apply pressure to public schools such that they improve the outcomes of their own students. Good intentions are laudable, but nothing incentivizes institutional change quite like threatening the bottom line. In a recent Education Next report, researcher Patrick Graff compares the effects on academic outcomes of competitive pressure from school choice to the effects of increased spending. He writes that the expenditures of Florida’s choice programs "improved public school student achievement" far more than "had the same amount of new funding instead been spent directly through the public school system." Researchers have found similar effects in Milwaukee. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION Wisconsin only leads the charge of a growing effort among Democrats to kill of school choice policies. Illinois ended a similar school choice program in 2023. Arizona Democrats have attempted several referenda to either end or limit choice policies in the Grand Canyon State. And countless policies at the state level have been proposed to heap burdensome regulations on education freedom. But these grim indications for school choice needn’t become reality. Florida is an instructive case study. Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis won because a savvy social media campaign pressed the issue, emphasizing Democrat competitor Andrew Gillum’s opposition to school choice. In the end, DeSantis won because of so-called "school choice moms," including a significant share of African-American women who voted for him on the issue of school choice. However, this fight ends, it has several lessons for national reformers: The fate of voucher, tax credit and education savings account programs remains tenuous, even moderate Democrats are turning against education freedom, and most importantly, every student deserves access to quality education. Destroy these programs, and it may prove a win for Democrats, but it’s a loss for children and their families. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3916011972385678342dec Keir Starmer resigns as British prime minister and more top headlines te 2026-06-22T11:01:21.955Z Keir Starmer resigns as British prime minister and more top headlines 1. Keir Starmer resigns as British prime minister 2. US, Iran enter second day of talks for finalized deal 3. Critics call Obama's $800M center a political machine ROOTS OF RAGE — American youth radicalized online, accused in terror plots across the US. Continue reading … HIGH STAKES GAMBIT — Accused assassin's lawyers push bold penalty for prosecutors in Charlie Kirk murder. Continue reading … ‘NO REMORSE’ — Bartender’s dismembered remains found in lake after dad spots key clue. Continue reading … REALITY CHECK — Tim Howard claims the USMNT 'unequivocally' cannot win the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Continue reading … GOLDEN STATE GOODBYE — ‘Biggest cash day ever seen’ sparks another mass exodus from California to Florida. 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Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3915ee1972385678342de3 Pence says Iran agreement 'smacks of the kind of appeasement' Trump rejected in prior term te 2026-06-22T11:01:02.498Z Pence says Iran agreement 'smacks of the kind of appeasement' Trump rejected in prior term Former Vice President Mike Pence said that the Iran Memorandum of Understanding President Donald Trump signed last week "smacks of the kind of appeasement" Trump rejected in his first White House term. "The president deserves tremendous credit for taking the fight directly to Tehran, and every American should welcome the prospect of peace. No one wants another prolonged war in the Middle East, despite the flippant accusations from isolationists on the populist right," Pence asserted in a Wall Street Journal piece. Pence, however, characterized the agreement as nothing more than "a plan to make a plan." TRUMP'S IRAN GAMBLE DIVIDES GOP HAWKS AND 'AMERICA FIRST' CONSERVATIVES OVER WHAT VICTORY LOOKS LIKE "But the memorandum of understanding with Iran signed last week falls well short of what is required to end the Iranian threat. It smacks of the kind of appeasement the president rightly rejected during our first term. It isn’t the deal a defeated Iran should be getting. It isn’t even a deal—it’s a plan to make a plan," he asserted. "Maximum pressure worked. America’s military strength worked. The blockade worked. Iran came to the table because the regime’s existence teetered on a knife’s edge," Pence wrote. VANCE, IRANIAN OFFICIALS END FIRST ROUND OF TALKS IN SWITZERLAND, MOVE TO NEXT PHASE "This 60-day period should be used to secure what this agreement doesn’t yet provide: an end to Iran’s nuclear ambitions, an end to Iranian-backed terror, and an end to its half-century of warfare against the U.S. and Israel. If those reasonable goals cannot be achieved, Mr. Trump should let the armed forces finish the job," Pence wrote. ISRAELI AMBASSADOR WARNS IRAN'S GRIP ON LEBANON IS A 'WARNING SIGN' FOR MIDDLE EAST PEACE Fox News Digital reached out to the White House for comment. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3915c51972385678342dc9 ‘The world knows we exist now’: Cape Verde fans lure neutral spectators to their side. te 2026-06-22T11:00:21.033Z ‘The world knows we exist now’: Cape Verde fans lure neutral spectators to their side. Dancing exuberantly in the bleachers and teaching the crowd Cape Verde chants. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3913821972385678342d98 Heel Turn: Preparing for four major pro wrestling shows this weekend, Los Perros del Mal reformed and more te 2026-06-22T10:50:42.988Z Heel Turn: Preparing for four major pro wrestling shows this weekend, Los Perros del Mal reformed and more May was a wonderful month of pro wrestling, but June has a chance to finish with an absolute bang as this weekend will feature four major events across three companies and four brands. Saturday will be WWE's Night of Champions with the King and Queen of the Ring finals taking place. The winners will earn title shots at SummerSlam and there is much intrigue with both matches. Jey Uso will take on Oba Femi in the King of the Ring final and Liv Morgan will square off against Iyo Sky in the Queen of the Ring final. The Uso-Femi match will have repercussions for both of their storylines. Uso is trying to prove himself, again, as a wrestler who could become "the guy" with The Bloodline. Femi has the cloud of a loss to Brock Lesnar hanging over him after Clash in Italy. Uso could win and challenge either Cody Rhodes or Roman Reigns for their world titles. Femi could do the same, but the possibility of him interacting with Lesnar in some way is very high. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! On the women’s side, Morgan is already a world champion. The pursuit of winning both titles and becoming unbeatable with a shot at Rhea Ripley on the line could be the more interesting storyline. But Sky, a friend of Ripley’s, may draw even more eyeballs. Those are the main matches to be excited for on that card. Moreover, Night of Championship will showcase three title matches. Cody Rhodes booked himself a triple threat against Sami Zayn and Gunther for the Undisputed WWE Championship, Trick Williams will put the United States Championship on the line against Ricky Saints and Tiffany Stratton has the Women's United States Championship up for grabs against Jade Cargill. Sunday will feature three different events. WWE NXT’s The Great American Bash, AEW’s Forbidden Door and TNA’s Slammiversary. Each event with their own unique matches and storylines to watch. The Great American Bash will have four titles on the line. Lola Vice defending the NXT Women’s Championship against rising star Kendal Grey, Tony D’Angelo putting the NXT Championship up for grabs against Naraku, Myles Borne defending the NXT North American Championship against Tavion Heights and Wren Sinclair defending the WWE Women’s Speed Championship against either Arianna Grace or Izzi Dame. Saquon Shugars is also facing off against Dion Lennox. It will be an interesting show to see what the future of WWE holds. The Vice-Grey matchup might have the most on the line beyond the title. Vice is the AAA world mixed tag champion with Mr. Iguana. A loss could have her focused more on Mexico than NXT in the short-term future. Grey has been pegged as the future of NXT and giving her the title would certainly strap a rocket to her back. AEW Forbidden Door has a lot on the line as well. Specifically, the pay-per-view will determine who goes to All In for their world title shots. Will Ospreay takes on Swerve Strickland in the Owen Hart Foundation Men’s Tournament final while Mercedes Moné will take on Maya World in the Owen Hart Foundation Women’s Tournament final. Those matches will certainly raise the excitement for AEW’s biggest show of the year later this summer. Additionally, a 12-man tag team match inside a steel cage will determine whether Mark Briscoe finally gets a chance at the AEW World Championship. Briscoe and his team of five will take on MJF and his team of five. The teams were announced on "Dynamite" last week. Forbidden Door is also a fun show because it features pro wrestlers from around the world all in one place. To that point, Thekla will put the AEW Women’s World Championship on the line against Stardom’s Starlight Kid. Shota Umino will defend the IWGP Global Heavyweight Championship against Pac. The AEW Women’s World Tag Team Championship is on the line when Megan Bayne and Lena Kross take on Thunder Rosa and Olympia. Christian Cage and Adam Cope put the AEW World Tag Team Championship up for grabs against Clark Connors and David Finlay. Lastly, TNA holds its annual Slammiversary pay-per-view on the same night. All of the company’s six titles will be on the line during the show, which will include an Ultimate X match and a ladder match. Cedric Alexander, the X Division champion, puts his title on the line against Leon Slater, Frankie Kazarian, Mr. Elegance, Fabian Aichner, KC Navarro and Amazing Red. Ultimate X matches are always fun to watch and the competitors in this match will definitely bring excitement. Heather by Elegance and M by Elegance defend the TNA Knockouts World Tag Team Championship against Rosemary and Allie. Mustafa Ali will hold an open challenge for the TNA International Championship. Lei Ying Lee and Xia Brookside’s rivalry will come to a head when Lee defends the TNA Knockouts World Championship. In the ladder match, Brian Myers and Bear Bronson put the TNA World Tag Team Championship against The Hardys and Vincent and Dutch, known as The Righteous. The Hardys were seemingly deleted by The Righteous in their Wicked Garden match. But they are set to resurrect themselves in a match that they’re known for. Myers and Bronson, of The System, will have a lot to handle to keep their titles. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM The main event will feature Mike Santana defending the TNA World Championship against Nic Nemeth, who is calling his shot to get the title opportunity. Santana will look to keep his reign strong and make up for last year’s Slammiversary where he came up just short of winning the title against Trick Williams and Joe Hendry. Nemeth is a pro wrestling veteran in his own right and a former TNA world champion. If you’re not locked in now, you’ll be itching for it by Thursday night. == There are points when AAA may get lost in the shuffle with all of the incredible pro wrestling that is happening on television and streaming on a weekly basis. This week, El Grande Americano returned to the ring to a hero’s welcome. He received a major pop from the crowd as he made it back to the ring. But while Chad Gable is behind him, he is facing a brand-new threat – Perro del Mal. Los Perros del Mal has been one of the fiercest factions in Mexico since it first formed under Perro Aguyao Jr. The group has seen major stars join like Penta, Konnan, Hector Garza, Mephisto and several others. On Saturday night, the group was revived with a slew of fresh faces. Daga, Berto, Angel, Bronco Nima and Karmen Petrovic attacked El Grande Americano and took off their jackets to reveal their Los Perros del Mal T-shirts. The crowd was frenzied, as was social media. It will be interesting to see where the story goes for group and who decides to join them. == It has been quite a long time since Ausitn Aries had gold around his waist. On Saturday’s "MLW Fusion," the former TNA champion defeated Blue Panther to win the MLW National Openweight Championship. Aries started with MLW as a broadcaster but he told Fox News Digital he was presented with an opportunity to get in the ring last year and put his body through the test. Since then, he’s been back full steam ahead. He shared his thoughts about returning to action last week. "It’s been great. Stepped in there to be a color commentator and kinda got the itch a little bit," he recalled. "They asked me if I was interested in doing the Opera Cup last year. And so, yeah, stepped in to do the Opera Cup and there was some real top talent – guys like Kushida and Paul London and Místico. "It was a real test for me to see where I was at physically at this stage of my career. I felt good. I felt like I had plenty left in the tank. I can still perform at the high level I expect from myself. So I have been able to parlay that into the last year, and I’m back as a full-time wrestler with MLW, and it’s been a lot of fun." He vowed to take the openweight title on the road with him and make it a global championship. == Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a39113e1972385678342d55 Cape Verde's Cinderella World Cup run stays intact with draw against Uruguay te 2026-06-22T10:41:02.261Z Cape Verde's Cinderella World Cup run stays intact with draw against Uruguay Cape Verde’s dream run in the 2026 FIFA World Cup continued on Sunday as the squad came to a 2-2 draw against Uruguay. The country is one of the smallest in the 48-team tournament, making their debut. The team was given one of the toughest draws in the event with Spain, Uruguay and Saudi Arabia in Group H. But the country got through its two toughest opponents with draws. WATCH THE WORLD CUP FINAL ON FOX ONE Cape Verde wasn’t able to score in their World Cup debut against Spain, but found the back of the net twice against Uruguay. Kevin Pina scored on a free kick and Helio Varela scored the equalizer. The draw inched Cape Verde closer to the knockout stage. "This is something we owe to other smaller national teams — teams that struggled to qualify for a world tournament," Cape Verde coach Pedro Leitão said through an interpreter. Cape Verde now has two points. FOX ONE’S NEW WORLD CUP VIEWING EXPERIENCE "We’re also here to show that a country may be small, may struggle financially, but if they are resilient, if they can endure struggle, they can also stand shoulder to shoulder with other major teams and with players who are on another level," the coach added. Uruguay took a 2-1 lead after Maxi Arújo and Agustin Canobbio put their shots into the back of the net. But it was Varela who nailed the game-tying goal minutes after joining the game. "I dreamed of this," he said. "But I never imagined it would happen this way. Scoring my first goal for the national team on my World Cup debut is incredible. I have no words." Cape Verde has a chance to get into the World Cup's Round of 32 on Friday should they pick up a win over Saudi Arabia. Spain will take on Uruguay. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3911141972385678342d36 Pochettino Exclusive Interview, and Messi’s Hat Trick te 2026-06-22T10:40:20.794Z Pochettino Exclusive Interview, and Messi’s Hat Trick There are no limits to the USMNT’s ambitions at this World Cup. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a390aea19723856783426f6 Wyndham Clark doesn't have to be loved, but he does have to be respected after US Open triumph at Shinnecock te 2026-06-22T10:14:02.860Z Wyndham Clark doesn't have to be loved, but he does have to be respected after US Open triumph at Shinnecock One of the most fundamental pillars in sports is that every single fan has the right, and maybe even a responsibility of sorts, to pick a side. Sometimes the side you choose wins, and sometimes it loses. In golf, the latter happens far more often than the former, but sometimes an outlier emerges where the typical formula is flipped on its head, and a player almost nobody latched onto is left standing in the winner's circle all by their lonesome. Wyndham Clark was that outlier at the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, and it's a role he not only looked comfortable playing across four days and 72 holes of major championship golf, but one he had to play. Beyond the typical touch of arrogance and brashness that we see from various figures in sports deemed a "villain" by the masses — who it's worth pointing out almost always enjoy success — Clark has well-accounted-for baggage. ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! During the final round of the 2025 PGA Championship, Clark violently threw his driver behind him after an errant tee shot. The club ended up breaking, and the head of the club went through an advertisement sign just a few feet away from a volunteer on the tee box. He apologized for the incident the next day. Just a month later, after missing the cut by a shot at the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont, Clark took apart two lockers inside the clubhouse in frustration. Weeks after damaging the lockers, Oakmont barred him from the property. Clark first apologized for the incident at Oakmont the following week at the Travelers Championship, and has done so on multiple occasions since, while explaining that he regretted his actions. Clark has done what anyone else in his situation would do: continue to apologize, begin to say the right things and try to move past the very public mistakes. Actions, however, do have consequences, and when a former major champion throws a driver through a sign and destroys two lockers inside a clubhouse, the consequence is the removal of the benefit of the doubt. The reality is that Clark's apologies fell on deaf ears, and no matter how genuine a message he's tried to articulate about regretting his mistakes, the public's mind has been made up. Fair or unfair, Clark has dues to pay. There are easier places to start paying those dues than a U.S. Open at Shinnecock, but it's fair to say he put down quite the down payment with his performance. From the moment Clark grabbed the lead on Thursday and the first round ended with him four shots clear of the field, the pitchforks were out, and they only got sharper as the week went on. From fans to legacy media to non-traditional media, every corner in the golf space was filled with people actively pulling for Wyndham to implode with the sense of pride unlike anything in recent memory. Given the sheer volume of it, you couldn't help but become numb to all the vitriol towards Clark on social media through the opening three rounds. WYNDHAM CLARK SURVIVES HOSTILE CROWD AND SAM BURNS CHARGE TO WIN SECOND US OPEN AT SHINNECOCK HILLS While Clark passed his first three tests of the week and carried a six-shot lead into the final round, Sunday's dose of hatred made the previous three days look like a post-dinner stroll in a gated community. But again, one of the key pillars in sports is choosing a side, and it just so happened that nine out of every 10 fans on property at Shinnecock on Sunday chose violence against Clark. Countless shouts for his ball to find a bunker the millisecond after he made contact with it, cheers when an approach shot rolled off the putting surface, and minor roars after each of his five bogeys during the final round. NBC reported during the telecast that some fans who were shouting things at Clark were removed from the property by authorities. Before Clark had even made the turn on Sunday, the classless crowd had lost containment, and Clark was paying his dues in the form of taking every lick imaginable from the galleries while trying to become a two-time U.S. Open champion. GOLF CHANNEL'S BRANDEL CHAMBLEE SPEAKS HARD TRUTH ABOUT TIGER WOODS' PROFANE BEHAVIOR ON THE GOLF COURSE Sunday was an 18-round fight Clark would have never signed up for, but it was the only one in which he could actually convey an impactful message. Just like Clark's outbursts at last year's PGA Championship and U.S. Open resulted in consequences for his actions, the same can be said for his resume. As a former Ryder Cup player who won the U.S. Open in 2023 and has a pair of signature event victories on the PGA Tour, Clark wasn't going to suddenly start getting back into any good graces of fans by getting into the mix on some minor stage. No, Clark was going to have to run through a fire to see what was on the other side, and what has to be there after going wire-to-wire at Shinnecock Hills for his second major title is respect. You can not like Wyndham Clark; you can fault him for his actions and how he handled himself in the immediate aftermath. You can choose not to believe anything he says is sincere, and that his two mistakes at previous majors simply reflect who he is. That would be a bit harsh and even more hypocritical as one human to another, but that's all fine — you have the right as a sports fan to pick your side. It doesn't mean you can't also tip your cap to what Clark accomplished at one of the game's most iconic venues with the entire world seemingly rooting for his demise. As cliché as it sounds, maybe Clark successfully playing the role he forced himself into is a sign of him maturing as a person. Only time and future actions will tell, and the golf world will undoubtedly be tuning into one of the sport's true characters. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a390ad719723856783426ed 'Natural Ozempic' gelatin drink goes viral — dietitian explains what it actually does te 2026-06-22T10:13:43.395Z 'Natural Ozempic' gelatin drink goes viral — dietitian explains what it actually does A new weight-loss trend has people drinking a mixture of warm water and unflavored gelatin right before sitting down to a meal. Promoted by influencers across social media as a budget-friendly appetite suppressant, the practice's effect has been compared to that of GLP-1 weight-loss medications. Experts, however, urge caution. There's a simple biological explanation for why the trick works, according to New Jersey-based dietitian Erin Palinski-Wade. 'OATZEMPIC' DIET DRINK FOR WEIGHT LOSS: DOES IT WORK AND IS IT SAFE? "Once the gelatin reaches your stomach, the acidic environment helps it form a thicker, semi-gelled mixture that increases the volume and thickness of what's sitting in your stomach," she told Fox News Digital. This physical expansion stretches the stomach wall, she said, sending signals to the brain that you're starting to get full. Additionally, the protein in the gelatin triggers a gut hormone that helps slow eating. The result is a temporary increase in fullness that may help some people consume fewer calories in a meal. CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES While some social media users have branded the hack as "natural Ozempic," Palinski-Wade said comparing gelatin to prescription semaglutide is a massive exaggeration. "[It's] a little like calling a garden hose a fire hydrant," she said. "There's a similar idea in the background, but the strength and impact are completely different." While gelatin supports a brief, food-triggered hormone response, it does not mimic prescription medications at the receptor level, nor does it possess any hidden fat-burning properties, Palinski-Wade said. It simply fills the stomach to help reduce calorie consumption. Additionally, relying on gelatin as a dietary staple comes with nutritional risks. While it contains very high amounts of protein, it is not considered a complete source because it lacks the essential amino acid tryptophan, according to the expert. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER Using it as a meal replacement can create severe amino acid gaps and fail to support muscle health, Palinski-Wade warned. Instead, it should only be viewed as a pre-meal appetite support tool. TEST YOURSELF WITH OUR LATEST LIFESTYLE QUIZ For healthy adults interested in safely trying the method, the nutritionist suggests mixing 1 tablespoon of plain, unflavored gelatin powder in hot water, diluting it with room-temperature water or herbal tea, and drinking it 15 to 30 minutes before a single daily meal. Anyone who is pregnant, breastfeeding, or managing kidney disease or animal allergies should consult a physician before trying this tactic. Ultimately, Palinski-Wade added, while gelatin is a low-cost, low-risk habit that can aid in portion control, it is not a magic fix for weight loss. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a390ac319723856783426e4 Obama Center isn't a traditional presidential library. Critics say it's an activism center. te 2026-06-22T10:13:23.938Z Obama Center isn't a traditional presidential library. Critics say it's an activism center. Don't call it a library. The $1 billion Obama Presidential Center opened with huge fanfare last week in a park near the shore of Lake Michigan, but critics say what the public thinks is a library will function as the headquarters of Barack Obama’s private foundation, promoting the 44th president's left-wing worldview to future generations. While every other modern presidential library houses that former commander-in-chief's papers for public viewing, the Obama Presidential Center has no such component. Instead, Obama’s presidential records are being stored elsewhere, though digital versions may one day be available there. SUBCONTRACTORS SAY THEY’RE OWED MILLIONS, FACE FINANCIAL RUIN, AFTER HELPING BUILD OBAMA PRESIDENTIAL CENTER At its core, the center serves two purposes: a museum dedicated to Obama’s presidency and the headquarters of the Obama Foundation, Obama’s private nonprofit organization. The sprawling 19.3-acre campus will host various leadership programs, while spaces there include a "Democracy in Action Lab," conference facilities, foundation offices and a major athletic complex designed for youth sports and community programs — features not typically associated with a presidential library. Signs reading "Bring Change Home" and "A Home For Action" surround the perimeter of the campus. The messaging mirrors how the Obama Foundation has described the center in its annual reports — not as a traditional presidential library, but as a "campus" and "living institution." "We are building more than a campus. We are creating a living institution that will inspire, empower, and connect the next generation of leaders," the foundation's 2024 annual report reads. The center, which as of 2021 had cost well over $800 million and is believed to have eclipsed the $1 billion mark, is a departure from presidential libraries, in both scale and purpose. "Usually, these libraries are a monument to a presidency and the presidency is in the past, it’s in the rear-view mirror," Tevi Troy, a presidential historian and former George W. Bush administration aide, told Fox News Digital. "It looks like Obama wants to use it as some kind of activism center, something that continues to promote his ideas and his political views." Troy said the direction did not surprise him. "Obama was a community organizer. He’s an activist. That’s how he came up, and it doesn’t surprise me that he wants to go in this direction," Troy said. Obama himself offered a glimpse into how he views the center’s mission during Thursday’s opening ceremony. "We designed the center not to be some lifeless mausoleum," Obama said, while highlighting Obama Foundation leaders from around the world. Among them was a Polish human-rights lawyer behind more than 30 lawsuits involving refugees, climate policy, LGBTQ rights and anti-discrimination litigation. "This center is devoted to lifting up their stories, giving them the tools and support they need to expand their impact," Obama said. Obama later underscored that mission in his speech. "While we are non-partisan, we are not value-neutral. We have a point of view," he said OBAMA PRESIDENTIAL CENTER WANTS 100 UNPAID VOLUNTEERS AS VALERIE JARRETT EARNS $740K Critics say Thursday’s ceremony confirmed what they feared all along: The center seems designed not just to preserve Obama’s presidency, but to carry his vision into the future. The center’s opening has reignited debate over whether the project evolved far beyond the traditional presidential library model for which many Chicagoans originally believed they were handing over their historic parkland. The public land fight The distinction matters because the center occupies roughly 19 acres of Jackson Park — Chicago’s equivalent of New York's Central Park — under a controversial 99-year agreement city leaders approved for a one-time $10 payment. Opponents argue that transferring public parkland to a private foundation violated the public trust doctrine, a legal principle intended to preserve public assets for the public benefit. Those challenges were ultimately unsuccessful in court, although critics note that the central public trust arguments were never fully tested on the merits. "When we were defeated, we weren’t told that we were wrong on the merits," Richard Epstein, a New York University law professor and one of the nation’s foremost experts on the public trust doctrine, who represented the local Protect Out Parks group. "We were told that we had no right to bring the complaint at all." The Chicago City Council approved the deal with Obama, but Epstein said lawmakers were not free to simply set aside the public trust doctrine. "The public trust doctrine is meant to be a restraint on the legislature," Epstein told Fox News Digital. "This has been an epic frustration." Epstein said his concerns extend beyond the use of public land. Courts never fully examined whether the foundation had sufficient financial safeguards in place before receiving control of the site, including a long-promised $470 million reserve fund intended to shield taxpayers from future liabilities, Epstein said. A Fox News Digital investigation found that just $1 million has been deposited into the fund. Epstein warned that handing over public land without fully vetting the foundation’s finances could expose taxpayers to future risks if the center encounters financial trouble down the road. WATCH: NYU law professor Richard Epstein says courts never ruled on key Obama Center claims Those concerns resurfaced after a Fox News Digital investigation found minority-owned and local subcontractors who worked on the center say they were stiffed for millions of dollars. Critics also point out that the public land transfer was only part of the taxpayer contribution. Hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars were spent on surrounding road, utility and transportation improvements tied to the project. Supporters say those upgrades modernized the area, but opponents argue they were done to serve a privately run institution. Bait and switch? Bob Grogan, chairman of the Illinois Republican Party, said the project was initially promoted as a presidential library to win public support and secure the land, but then morphed into something very different. "This isn’t a presidential library. It’s a Democratic headquarters on the South Side," Grogan told Fox News Digital outside the facility. Grogan described the shift as a classic Chicago politics bait-and-switch. "They go and sell it with the most palatable thing," Grogan said. "Then they just incrementally, drip by drip, make it worse until they get back to the reality." "It’s not just a museum. It’s the home base for the foundation and everything it does," he added. "They’re not going to go and pay rent someplace else when they’re going to have this big mausoleum here to go and hold their meetings and plot their plans." The National Archives and Records Administration — which has oversight on all other presidential libraries — told Fox News Digital that the Obama Center is operated entirely by the Obama Foundation and sits outside the federal presidential library system. That means the foundation — not the federal government — decides how the center is run, what exhibits visitors see and how Obama’s legacy is presented. The campus does include a branch of the Chicago Public Library. WATCH: Illinois GOP chair says Obama Center is political operation on public land Troy: A mixed verdict Troy said presidential libraries have evolved over time and that making records available digitally could ultimately benefit historians if the system works as intended. Presidential researchers like himself may no longer need to travel across the country to review presidential records, he noted. Troy also acknowledged that presidents have traditionally had broad discretion over the non-archival portions of their presidential libraries. "At the end of the day, presidents raise the money for these things and they have leeway to do what they wish with that part of it," Troy said. "It's not the direction I would choose, but he raises the money," Troy said. "He gets to do what he wants." But Troy cautioned that the center should not lose sight of the traditional purpose of presidential libraries. "I worry about getting too far afield from the purpose of what these things are supposed to be, which are memorials to a presidency and a repository for all their documents," he said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a390ab019723856783426db Tyler Robinson update: Defense squeezes 'misleading' claim about ballistics in fight against death penalty te 2026-06-22T10:13:04.485Z Tyler Robinson update: Defense squeezes 'misleading' claim about ballistics in fight against death penalty Tyler Robinson's defense lawyers are asking a Utah judge to strike prosecutors' latest filing opposing their request to remove the death penalty as a sanction for alleged violations of a gag order. Robinson's team argued in a filing Thursday that it would be an appropriate sanction after prosecutors talked about the case outside of court. "The only way that this Court can demonstrate that its orders, and the ethical rules that counsel must obey, are not optional when it comes to the State’s attorneys, even in this case, is to impose the sanction undersigned counsel have urged upon this Court: striking the State’s death notice," reads the filing, signed by defense attorneys Kathryn Nester, Richard Novak, Michael Burt and Staci Visser. Prosecutors have countered that they did not violate the gag order or any other court rules when they "set the record straight" after what they call a misleading statement from a defense filing led to viral news coverage suggesting that the ATF could not match the bullet that killed Charlie Kirk to the suspected murder weapon, Robinson's grandfather's rifle. CHARLIE KIRK ASSASSINATION: DAILY MAIL ACCUSED OF 'MEDIA MALFEASANCE' OVER BOTCHED BULLET ANALYSIS The ATF could neither identify nor exclude Robinson's grandfather's rifle as the source of the bullet fragment recovered from Kirk, describing the tool mark analysis as inconclusive, according to court records. But the caliber was consistent, and a spent casing was also a match. Prosecutors have said they plan to seek the death penalty if Robinson is convicted of assassinating Kirk during a Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10, 2025. The back-and-forth has evolved into a war of words, with prosecutors accusing the defense of releasing misleading information through court filings, and the defense accusing prosecutors of "hubris" when responding in a string of media interviews they claim violate a gag order. CHARLIE KIRK CASE STALLS AS ACCUSED SHOOTER DELAYS PLEA AND EYES MEDIA LIMITS Robinson's lawyers want the prosecution's written opposition stricken because the judge didn't specifically ask for it. During a hearing Friday, the court directed parties to address the defense's allegations of contempt and the potential consequences for it orally — but didn't ask the sides to file written briefs, Robinson's lawyers wrote. Prosecutors also didn't coordinate with the defense before submitting their objection earlier this week, they argued. The defense wants prosecutors punished for speaking about the case outside the courtroom — and Robinson's lawyers are arguing that taking the potential death penalty off the table as a result would be an appropriate response. FOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON X Prosecutors say that would be an overreaction. "A reduction in the aggravated-murder charge from a capital felony to a first-degree felony is dramatically disproportionate to the alleged misconduct," wrote Deputy Utah County Attorney Ryan McBride. SIGN UP TO GET TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER Neither the gag order on Robinson's case nor state court rules prohibited prosecutors from correcting what they saw as the defense's misleading court filing, he argued. PROSECUTORS PLAN TO 'DIRTY UP' KIRK SUSPECT TYLER ROBINSON TO SWAY JURY TOWARD DEATH PENALTY: FMR US ATTY State law "expressly allows attorneys to make 'statements that a reasonable lawyer would believe is required to protect a client from the substantial undue prejudicial effect of recent publicity not initiated by the lawyer,'" he wrote. SEND US A TIP HERE Prosecutors have denied wrongdoing and insist they were allowed to "set the record straight." LISTEN TO THE NEW 'CRIME & JUSTICE WITH DONNA ROTUNNO' PODCAST The claim, which prosecutor Christopher Ballard described as misleading and "misstated," generated millions of views from just one report — and inspired additional coverage in local and national media. It also boosted unverified claims that other people could have been responsible for Kirk's murder. LIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? FIND MORE ON THE TRUE CRIME HUB But the defense left out a crucial piece of context, according to Ballard, in another filing. "The ATF was unable to identify or exclude the bullet as having been fired from the rifle," he wrote, emphasizing the missing information in italics. "Defendant reinforced this misleading inference by following it up with, 'the defense may very well decide to offer the testimony of the ATF firearm analyst as exculpatory evidence,'" he added. Judge Tony Graf Jr. is expected to announce his decision on the matter in a virtual hearing Monday. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a390a9d19723856783426cc Arizona Legislature Approves Pilot Program For Individuals With Serious Mental Illness te 2026-06-22T10:12:45.032Z Arizona Legislature Approves Pilot Program For Individuals With Serious Mental Illness By Ethan Faverino | Arizona lawmakers have approved legislation sponsored by Senator Hildy Angius (R-LD30) aimed at strengthening care for individuals living with serious mental illness while improving public safety and long-term stability across the state. Senate Bill 1630, the Seriously Mentally Ill Enhanced Residential Treatment Pilot Program, passed the Arizona Senate by a bipartisan vote of 28-1 and cleared the House on a 42-13 vote. The legislation was transmitted to Governor Katie Hobbs on June 12. The bill establishes a three-year pilot program designed to provide enhanced residential treatment options for adults with severe and persistent mental illness who require a higher level of care than traditional outpatient services can provide. The program seeks to address a longstanding gap in Arizona’s behavioral health system by offering structured support to individuals at risk of repeated psychiatric crises, hospitalization, incarceration, and homelessness. Under the legislation, the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) would administer the pilot program, subject to approval by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The program would initially serve up to 60 eligible participants statewide, with the possibility of future expansion if data demonstrates reduced utilization of high-cost services and overall cost savings. 🚨FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Senator Angius Advances Bipartisan Health Care Reform Legislation to the Governor Full press release: https://t.co/7PExACFS00@SenatorAngius pic.twitter.com/tofZdQKkF0 — AZSenateRepublicans (@AZSenateGOP) June 9, 2026 “For too long, Arizona has lacked adequate options for some of our most vulnerable seriously mentally ill individuals who need more support than traditional outpatient services can provide but do not belong cycling endlessly between emergency rooms, jails, homelessness, and crisis facilities,” stated Senator Angius. “These are often individuals whose conditions have become so severe that they cannot safely care for themselves, maintain stable housing, manage complex medications, or consistently participate in treatment without significant support.” The legislation creates a new category of licensed facilities known as Enhanced Residential Treatment Facilities. These facilities would provide behavioral health treatment, health-related services, and around-the-clock structured support for individuals who have been determined to be seriously mentally ill under Arizona law. Services available through the facilities would include continuous supervision, medication administration and monitoring, crisis intervention, case management, treatment planning, social skills development, budgeting assistance, and other support services designed to help residents maintain stability and improve long-term outcomes. Eligibility for the pilot program would be limited to Arizona adults who have been designated as seriously mentally ill and meet specific clinical and financial requirements. Priority would be given to individuals experiencing the most significant challenges, including those under court-ordered treatment, those under legal guardianship due to psychiatric incapacity, individuals recently released from correctional or behavioral health facilities individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness, and those with repeated psychiatric hospitalizations or crisis episodes. The legislation also requires comprehensive service planning, annual medical necessity reviews, stakeholder input during implementation, and annual reporting to state leaders on outcomes such as housing stability, hospitalization rates, crisis service utilization, emergency department visits, jail involvement, and fiscal impacts. Providers would be required to document behavioral interventions and develop transition and discharge plans before releasing participants from treatment, helping prevent individuals from being discharged into unstable or unsafe situations. If approved by Governor Hobbs, the pilot program would take effect for three years following federal approval, with enrollment beginning no later than one year after federal authorization is granted. “SB 1630 creates a pathway for enhanced residential treatment that focuses on stability, accountability, and longterm recovery,” said Angius. “Just as importantly, it helps prevent dangerous situations where individuals experiencing severe psychiatric crises are released back into the community without the structure and services necessary to protect themselves and those around them. This legislation is about compassion, public safety, and finally addressing a gap in Arizona’s behavioral health system that families, caregivers, law enforcement,  and providers have been struggling with for years.” Ethan Faverino is a reporter for AZ Free News. You can send him news tips using this link. The post Arizona Legislature Approves Pilot Program For Individuals With Serious Mental Illness first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a390a8819723856783426a6 Arizona Enacts Tougher Penalties For Underage Nicotine Sales te 2026-06-22T10:12:24.546Z Arizona Enacts Tougher Penalties For Underage Nicotine Sales By Staff Reporter | Arizona now has a stricter law on underage nicotine sales.  House Bill 4001 establishes stricter statewide standards for alternative nicotine products. One major point of the law is a new prohibition on these products from being packaged in ways intended to appeal to minors, such as designs that resemble toys, food, or electronics.  Specifically, alternative nicotine products may not be associated with a cartoon-like fictional character mimicking a character primarily aimed at entertaining; imitation or mimicry of a trademark or trade dress of a product primarily marketed to minors; a symbol primarily used to market products to minors; a celebrity’s name or image; a product shape or design meant to disguise appearance, such as a school or office supply, smart phone, smart watch, smart phone or smart watch case, headphones, ear buds, clothing item, backpack, cosmetic or cosmetic container, toy, video game device, or food or beverage product.  The law defines “alternative nicotine products” as any noncombustile produce containing nicotine intended for human consumption, which includes chewing, absorption, dissolution, ingestion, or inhaling.  Any violation of the marketing restrictions on alternative nicotine products would incur a class 3 misdemeanor.  The law also imposed a tiered punishment system for those who sell alternative nicotine products to underage individuals. The punishments for a first offense include fines ranging between $500 and $750, and required completion of a court-approved tobacco retailer educational course. Those who continue to sell to underage individuals must also complete a court-approved tobacco retailer educational course, but face increasing prohibition periods on the sale of alternative nicotine products up to one year, increasing fines up to $10,000, and increasing criminal charges up to a class 5 felony.  Republican Rep. Jeff Weninger (LD13), the bill sponsor, said in a press release that nicotine companies shouldn’t be looking for ways to entice children to their products, and that businesses have a duty to ensure their customers are of age.  “Nicotine products should not be designing products that look like toys or marketing them in ways that appeal to high school students,” said Weninger. “If you are selling nicotine products to minors, Arizona is no longer going to look the other way.”  Additionally, the law increased age-verification requirements and penalties for anyone who sells nicotine products to underage individuals.  Similar to alcohol, the state prohibits the sale of nicotine products to individuals under the age of 21. The minimum age was raised from 18 to 21 last year in order to conform with federal regulations amended in 2019. Active military personnel who are at least 18 years of age are exempted from this minimum age requirement.  Arizona will also require alternative nicotine product manufacturers or distributors to obtain licensure from the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control (DLLC) beginning in 2028.  DLLC estimated that the cost to hire the new personnel necessary to ensure enforcement of this new law would amount to about $3.6 million annually, though the Joint Legislative Budget Committee (JLBC) disclosed that it couldn’t validate that cost assessment. JLBC’s assessment of the law’s fiscal impact advised that licensure revenues were indeterminable since the law didn’t establish specific license fees.  Those who distribute alternative nicotine products without a license run the risk of earning a class 5 felony, which results in a mandatory $10,000 fine, prohibition on the sale or distribution of alternative nicotine products for one year, and any other punishments deemed appropriate by a court.  Gov. Katie Hobbs signed the legislation into law earlier this month. AZ Free News is your #1 source for Arizona news and politics. You can send us news tips using this link. The post Arizona Enacts Tougher Penalties For Underage Nicotine Sales first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a390a74197238567834269d Alma Hernandez Calls Out Fellow Democrats For Endorsing Opponent With Violent, Pornographic Past te 2026-06-22T10:12:04.068Z Alma Hernandez Calls Out Fellow Democrats For Endorsing Opponent With Violent, Pornographic Past By Staff Reporter | State Rep. Alma Hernandez (D-LD20) spoke out against top Democrats for endorsing her primary opponent for the state senate seat, Rocque Perez.  Hernandez said Perez’s history of posting pornography and violent rhetoric online were antithetical to the values of the Democratic Party following an announcement that Rep. Adelita Grijalva and Tucson Mayor Regina Romero had endorsed Perez.  “I have proudly delivered for my district for the last eight years. If these women want to support a flawed candidate who posted his porn and violent political rhetoric online[…] good luck explaining that to voters,” said Hernandez. “I have won four terms without their support and will continue to do so!”  I have proudly delivered for my district for the last 8 years. If these women want to support a flawed candidate who posted his porn & violent political rhetoric online. Good luck explaining that to voters. I have won 4 terms without their support and will continue to do so! https://t.co/0K6xBhRlne — (((Rep.Alma Hernandez))) (@almaforarizona) June 17, 2026 As reported previously, Perez advocated for the murder of conservatives and Republicans in posts to one of his accounts on X (at the time, Twitter). Perez advised a friend to “kill” her family members as her “duty,” and called on the public to “throw [Ivanka Trump] off the capitol building roof.”  Other violent posts by Perez: In reference to a classmate: “This vapid white girl is defending Trump[’s] response to COVID in my Zoom public relations class, do I end her or do I end her.” In reference to assaulting President Donald Trump: “Honestly I would take one for the team and knock him out if I could.” In reference to conservative activist and pundit Kaitlin Bennett: “How has she not gotten beat yet? Like… hath no one the bravery to literally hurt her cause…?” In reference to the 2020 election: “Roses are red, violets are blue, vote for Joe Biden, or I’ll cut you.” On another X account around the same time, @localanthony, pornographic videos were posted publicly which allegedly featured Perez promoting a similarly-named OnlyFans account, That Local Boy. The profile picture for that account appeared to be a mirror selfie of Perez. Perez denied to media outlets that he posted the pornographic content, but refused to confirm or deny whether the content belonged to him.  One post that appeared to have come from Perez on the pornographic X account claimed engagement in sexual activities with an unnamed professor and later being solicited by that professor’s husband.  In another post from March 2021, the account owner claimed to have masturbated while at work at the University of Arizona. Perez was employed as the University of Arizona’s marketing and communications strategist at the time. “Guys I’m so horny I might jerk off somewhere at work, stay tuned,” posted Perez. “Update: loads of bro butter at work.” At least one minor engaged with this pornographic account allegedly belonging to Perez, the California Globe reported. Following widespread reporting, the porn-focused account apparently associated with Perez has been excluded from the web archiving services where it was previously available to the public.  It appears Grijalva and Romero chose to endorse Perez over Hernandez based on their past ties with him. Perez was the executive director for Grijalva’s nonprofit, the Metropolitan Education Commission, which makes recommendations for Pima County’s K-12 education. Last year, Perez served for six months as an appointed member of the Tucson City Council representing Ward 5.  Other Democrats have spurned Hernandez for her shows of bipartisanship in the legislature.  LD20 Democrats issued a public statement condemning Hernandez, though they stopped short of censoring her.  Perez was also on the board of directors of the now-defunct Tucson Pride, once the state’s oldest pride organization.  Perez platforms himself as both a fourth-generation Arizonan and the son of an undocumented woman from Mexico.  AZ Free News is your #1 source for Arizona news and politics. You can send us news tips using this link. The post Alma Hernandez Calls Out Fellow Democrats For Endorsing Opponent With Violent, Pornographic Past first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a390a5e1972385678342693 Don’t Turn Your Back On Dog Bite Prevention te 2026-06-22T10:11:42.056Z Don’t Turn Your Back On Dog Bite Prevention (NAPSI)— If any of the nearly 90 million pet dogs in the U.S. is part of your household, here’s news you may care to consider: Last year, U.S. Postal Service (USPS) employees suffered more than 5,200 dog attacks. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a390a4a197238567834268a Don’t Turn Your Back On Dog Bite Prevention te 2026-06-22T10:11:22.083Z Don’t Turn Your Back On Dog Bite Prevention Dog owners can protect their mail carriers—and anyone else—from being bitten. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a390a36197238567834267b Our view: Property rights end where public hazards begin te 2026-06-22T10:11:02.116Z Our view: Property rights end where public hazards begin During last week's Mohave County Board of Supervisors meeting, Supervisor Don Martin painted a grim picture of an issue quietly plaguing the county’s outlying areas: run-down, abandoned properties that have become breeding grounds for rats and mice. "The problem is… Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a390a221972385678342672 Today's poll: Should Mohave County use property liens as a last resort when neglected properties create health or safety hazards for neighbors? te 2026-06-22T10:10:42.152Z Today's poll: Should Mohave County use property liens as a last resort when neglected properties create health or safety hazards for neighbors? Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a390572197238567834227f Ex-Dem insider reveals she will expose Democrats who covered up Biden's cognitive decline in new book te 2026-06-22T09:50:42.234Z Ex-Dem insider reveals she will expose Democrats who covered up Biden's cognitive decline in new book Lindy Li, a former Democratic fundraiser who switched party affiliation over unheeded warning signs about President Joe Biden’s decline in the 2024 election, is revealing new details about the red flags the party blew by. "Whatever was out there, it wasn’t the truth. They wanted him to go, and also in my book, I will be telling people exactly who was aware of Biden’s cognitive decline but pretended otherwise," Li told Fox News Digital during a phone interview. Li, who is publishing a new book titled "Unburdened" later this year, adds to the picture of the internal discussions, the research, and the panic behind the scenes of the Democratic Party, indicating that Biden enjoyed only shaky support even among his own camp long before he ultimately dropped out of the 2024 election. Above all, Li said she was shocked by some of the party's leading figures who, behind the scenes, had expressed reservations about Biden’s decline but, in public, remained staunch defenders of the president. BIDEN'S INNER CIRCLE LIVED IN 'STUNNING' DENIAL ABOUT HIS DECLINE, SAYS AUTHOR WHO INTERVIEWED TOP AIDE "I remember getting a text from Schiff," Li said, referring to Adam Schiff, D-Calif., then a Democratic candidate for Senate and top Democrat in the House of Representatives. "I have it in my book. Basically, Adam Schiff was — I can’t remember what he said on TV, but I’m telling you right now that behind the scenes he very much wanted [Biden] to go." A spokesperson for Schiff responded to Li's claims, noting that the Senator had made his doubts about Biden known publicly after a 2024 debate where the president stumbled over his words, lost his train of thought and spoke in a whispery voice that, at times, was difficult to understand. He eventually called for Biden to step aside roughly a month later in July. "The Senator’s concerns and call on President Biden to not run was very public, so none of this is news," the spokesperson said. But even beyond Schiff, Li, who ran a formidable fundraising operation for the party and was connected with a wide swath of its figures, said that many figures who were hesitant about Biden’s cognitive abilities were afraid of putting themselves in the path of his political momentum. BIDEN AIDES WARNED DONORS DROPPING OUT AND RUNNING KAMALA HARRIS WOULD BE A MISTAKE: BOOK "They didn’t want to get ostracized by the party. It’s like the axiom: you come at the king; you better not miss. Everyone would have missed," Li said. Li said that fear was bolstered by internal research the party had done, indicating that no one else in the party had the capital to challenge Biden. "There are many candidates who polled themselves against Biden and then realized that they couldn’t beat him in a primary. It wasn’t a matter so much of anti-Trumpism. It was self-interest," Li said. "I’ve seen the polling data, and I also include that in my book — polling no one has seen before." Li said that internal discussion had also revealed that Harris wasn’t considered a particularly strong candidate to take on Biden’s mantle. "She was the weakest candidate in the field," Li said. "I also have polling data right before Kamala ascended. We stacked her against Buttigieg, Newsom, Shapiro, Whitmer — all of them," Li said, referring to a handful of other key figures in the Democratic Party. Along with fears about going after Biden and coming up short, Li said she believes the Bidens — particularly Joe Biden — inspired a sense of loyalty in the people around him that was hard to shake. MORNING GLORY: JUST HOW BAD WERE THE BIDEN AND HARRIS CAMPAIGNS? "He had decades of loyalty — his bond with people like James Clyburn," Li explained, referring to the chief Biden ally who had helped steer the party for decades. "There’s something about Joe Biden. He was incredibly kind," Li said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38fe9019723856783421bc REP RO KHANNA: Stopping the Iran war is good. But Trump’s deal is worse than the JCPOA te 2026-06-22T09:21:20.290Z REP RO KHANNA: Stopping the Iran war is good. But Trump’s deal is worse than the JCPOA President Trump’s announcement this week that the United States and Iran would temporarily stop fighting each other is welcome news that Americans should support. But the war Trump started was a self-inflicted disaster that cost American lives and burned through taxpayer dollars. Now, the ceasefire deal he and Vice President Vance negotiated delivers Iran a better deal than the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) Trump spent years ridiculing. So far, the United States has spent what could be a staggering $200 billion on this war of choice. That is more than the cost of paying for free college for every American, universal childcare for $10 per day, and standing up one thousand new trade schools. VANCE REJECTS CLAIMS TRUMP-IRAN DEAL ECHOES OBAMA-ERA LOGIC AS HAWKS RAISE ALARM Instead of Ayatollah Khamenei, Sr., Iran is now led by an even more hardline Ayatollah Khamenei, Jr., who has emerged from the conflict emboldened from using drones and economic chaos to face down the world’s most powerful military. Worst of all, at least 13 patriotic servicemembers have lost their lives in another senseless Middle Eastern war. The details of the ceasefire released this week show that Vice President Vance woefully misled Americans on at least five accounts when he claimed the administration’s deal was better than the JCPOA that President Obama negotiated in 2015. First, under the terms of the deal, Iran’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium is to be diluted inside Iran — not destroyed — contingent on what may prove to be years of difficult diplomatic negotiations. In contrast, the JCPOA forced Iran to ship 98 percent of its enriched uranium out of the country while mandating the remainder be capped at 3.67 percent enrichment, well below weapons-grade threshold. Second, under Trump’s deal, Iran is allowed to immediately restart exporting oil — roughly 90 percent of which is sent to China — which will bring in a flood of petrodollars, directly funding the Iranian regime. Obama only allowed these exports after Iran shipped its enriched uranium out of the country and was verified to have dismantled core elements of its nuclear program. Third, after castigating President Obama for unfreezing around $50 billion in Iranian assets, Trump’s deal unfreezes more than $100 billion in blocked Iranian assets payable to any recipient chosen by Tehran. Fourth, Trump throws the United States’ weight behind a new fund worth at least $300 billion to finance Iran’s reconstruction, which could allow massive sums to flow to rearming Iran’s military — including producing more ballistic missiles and drones — and funding its proxies across the Middle East. Fifth and finally, Trump’s deal could allow Iran to charge tolls on foreign ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz after 60 days. This would be a historic concession, surrendering a principle that American sailors have died defending while handing Beijing a dangerous new precedent for coercion in the Indo-Pacific. In short, the president who proclaims to be a master dealmaker has shown once again that negotiating real estate deals simply does not translate into the world of international politics. America had all the cards, and the president played them like an amateur. A better deal for ending this war would have been anchored in tough diplomacy and economic pressure rather than blunt force. It would have reassembled the global coalition of allies and partners President Obama built a decade ago to make clear to Tehran that the international community will never tolerate it building a nuclear weapon or charging tolls for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. And it would have reestablished intrusive inspections of Iran’s remaining nuclear infrastructure by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Through tough diplomacy, we could have worked with the Lebanese government to ensure Hezbollah can no longer prey upon the Lebanese people and terrorize civilians in northern Israel. We could have used Iran’s temporary loss of military capabilities as an opportunity to restart negotiations over a two-state solution for Israelis and Palestinians where Hamas is disarmed and Israel’s Arab neighbors commit to ensuring a future Palestinian state living side-by-side with a secure Israel, as the Arab Peace Plan envisions. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION And we could have pivoted from expensive foreign wars to focusing on a Marshall Plan for America, reindustrializing our heartland in places like Middletown, Ohio and Johnstown, Pennsylvania. An American Marshall Plan would include establishing an American industrial bank to fund domestic manufacturers who make the things we currently import, especially from China. Leadership that puts diplomacy over militarism strengthens America’s global standing and counteracts China’s attempts to step into the global leadership vacuum the Trump administration has created by its chaos. The good news for Americans is that, while the Trump-Vance deal is materially weaker than the JCPOA, the fighting has now stopped. Future administrations will need to do the hard work of securing UN Security Council backing for guaranteeing freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and enforcing Iran’s nuclear disarmament via the IAEA. The greatest threats to America’s future will not be solved by another Middle Eastern war. The American people want us to focus on Team America. They want us to rebuild our industry, invest in our people, strengthen our alliances to enforce agreements, and provide moral leadership in the world to solve the problems of conflict, hunger, and disease. Leadership that falls short of those aims would be an unforgivable dereliction of duty. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM REP RO KHANNA Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38fe7c19723856783421b3 Elon Musk’s SpaceX success shows how he’s sharing the wealth, not playing Monopoly te 2026-06-22T09:21:00.843Z Elon Musk’s SpaceX success shows how he’s sharing the wealth, not playing Monopoly With the IPO of SpaceX (formally Space Exploration Technologies Corp; $SPCX) June 12, there has been endless commentary on Elon Musk’s status as the world’s first U.S.-dollar trillionaire. But in my eyes, his greatest accomplishment in wealth creation is not what he has done for his own wealth, but what he has done for others. It’s been reported that in going public, SpaceX has created wealth not just for Musk, but for many employees. In fact, it is estimated that going public has made millionaires (at least on paper) of more than 4,000 SpaceX employees, which includes not just high-level executives, but employees in roles from cafeteria workers to contract workers. Wealth is inextricably tied to ownership of assets, ideally assets that have the opportunity to appreciate in value. By allowing employees to participate in ownership of the company for which they work, they have an incentive to do their part in making the company successful, knowing that they will derive some of that benefit. Whether that is structured as equity grants, options and/or stock purchase programs, it’s not just one person getting wealthy, it’s a whole team of people. LIZ PEEK: ELON MUSK’S WELL-DESERVED WIN CAUSES THE ZERO-SUM LEFT TO FREAK OUT That’s exactly what SpaceX has done for its team. In a time when corporations are deemed "greedy" by the mainstream media and progressive politicians, where ownership of tangible items is being replaced by subscriptions, and where government deficits and Fed money printing have degraded purchasing power, it is refreshing to see loyal, hardworking Americans across job functions be able to participate in authentic wealth creation for themselves and their families. About a decade ago, Juan Hernandez took a contract welder job at a company with which he was not familiar — SpaceX. He was offered a stock grant as part of his SpaceX pay package, and now his holdings are valued in the seven figures. As if that wasn’t amazing enough, he shared in an interview that this positive experience has led him to teach investing to his three children. PLATNER'S 'DERANGED' RESPONSE TO MUSK BECOMING A TRILLIONAIRE SPARKS ONLINE OUTRAGE: 'LOSERTHINK' SpaceX may be the highest-profile company to share wealth creation with its employees, but it’s hardly the only one. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION Private Equity company KKR, spearheaded by Partner Pete Stavros, has made it a mission to share wealth creation with a wide variety of employees of the companies in which it invests. One of several examples is when KKR sold CHI Overhead Doors to steel producer Nucor Corp. a few years ago. It was reported that the company’s hourly employees, including factory employees, received between $20,000 and $800,000 before taxes, with $360 million total going to employees, the majority of whom were non-C-suite employees.   Creating win-win situations is great for everyone involved. Employees help build businesses and are often frontline ambassadors. Having them have "skin in the game" in a low-risk way through equity options or similar structures creates great outcomes for businesses, their employees and their customers. Elon and his team are not just building rockets, they are building wealth. Other companies should not just study SpaceX’s outcomes, but the incentives of the team that helped get them there. Hopefully, we will see many more companies, whether startups, mature companies or those that go through a change of ownership, let their employees participate in ownership and wealth creation.  CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM CAROL ROTH Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38fc261972385678342172 Trump’s Iran deal is a fantasy as long as Tehran’s terror network exists te 2026-06-22T09:11:02.619Z Trump’s Iran deal is a fantasy as long as Tehran’s terror network exists In 1979, American indecision and the abandonment of a loyal ally helped pave the way for the rise of Islamist terrorism and the loss of pro-Western Iran to the Soviet camp. In 2026, the same reluctance to support Iran's pro-democracy opposition and its recognized leadership has once again strengthened Islamist forces, leaving America humiliated and strategically diminished while the struggle between radical Islamism and Iranian nationalism continues beneath the surface. Many Iranians view 1979’s revolt as the beginning of a regime built on violence and terrorism. During the uprising, Trump voiced support for the Iranians while continuing to pursue a deal with Tehran. Yet many regime opponents later thanked Trump and Netanyahu for confronting Ali Khamenei, whom they regarded as the principal symbol of repression and bloodshed in Iran. Reasonable people can support or oppose the agreement. Yet several realities should not be ignored. Throughout history, dictators and terrorist movements have not changed their nature simply because others chose to negotiate with them. A dictator does not become a friend of freedom overnight, and a terrorist organization does not suddenly begin handing flowers and chocolates to the very people it has oppressed and humiliated. The belief that Iran's barbaric ruling system can fundamentally change without dismantling its destructive ideological foundations and propaganda machinery is unrealistic. The structure remains intact. The institutions that sustain the regime remain in place. Eliminating a few commanders or military assets does not dismantle a deeply entrenched junta and ideological system. TRUMP IRAN FRAMEWORK GAMBLES ON DIPLOMACY DESPITE WARNING TEHRAN WILL 'LIE AND CHEAT' The elimination of Qassem Soleimani and Ali Khamenei dealt a significant blow to the regime's prestige and morale. Yet because the broader structure survived, those who inherited power are now seeking survival and time. They offer promises that may appeal to Trump, but many Iranians do not believe them. As a result, Trump, once viewed by many Iranians as a hero for confronting Tehran’s dictator, is now seen by many of those same people as having abandoned their cause in favor of another deal with the regime. Many opponents of the regime believe that another agreement has come at the expense of those who lost their lives during the uprising. One of Trump's most significant achievements during his first term was the elimination of Soleimani, the architect of Iran's regional terror network. If the deaths of Imad Mughniyeh and Osama bin Laden were major milestones in the fight against Islamic terrorism, then the elimination of Soleimani was arguably even more consequential. IRAN ADMITS EXTRAORDINARY NEW DETAIL IN KHAMENEI STRIKE, TRUMP 'OFFERED WAY OUT': EXPERT Yet Soleimani's demise did not destroy the structure he helped build. Ahmad Vahidi, now one of the most influential figures in the post-Khamenei order, remained part of the system. The overseas terrorist apparatus of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and the Quds Force continues to exist. Soleimani's end did not wreck the structure he built. The terrorist network survived. As a result, many fear that the agreement, much like previous diplomatic openings with Tehran, will encourage a renewed sense of impunity within the regime's security establishment. Another important development was the weakening of Tehran's proxy network and the reduction of its regional influence. When Israel perceived an existential threat to its survival, Mossad — under the leadership of Yossi Cohen and later David Barnea — succeeded in significantly damaging the Islamic Republic's transnational terror network throughout the so-called Shiite Crescent. WATCH: CRUZ SOUNDS ALARM ON TRUMP IRAN DEAL, WARNS AGAINST HANDING BILLIONS TO 'THEOCRATIC LUNATICS' Yet the network has not disappeared. The regime's "4H" axis — Hamas, Hezbollah, the Houthis and Iraq's Hashd al-Shaabi militias — remains intact, and Tehran continues to rely on these groups to create pressure on Israel whenever necessary. A third important factor was Trump's support for Israel in the face of direct Iranian missile and drone attacks. The threats made by Khamenei against Israel and the Jewish people echoed rhetoric previously associated with some of the most notorious dictators of the modern era. Factually, Khamenei was one of the principal figures behind the forces responsible for the atrocities of October 7, 2023. For decades, the regime relied on proxy groups to confront Israel. Yet it eventually crossed a historic threshold by launching direct missile and drone attacks against the Jewish state. In the eyes of many opponents of the regime, this demonstrated the true nature of Tehran's ambitions. JD VANCE CLARIFIES FROZEN IRANIAN ASSETS, US STANCE ON RELEASE CONDITIONS Many Iranians welcomed efforts by Israel and the United States to weaken the Islamic Republic and the IRGC, hoping that increased pressure on the regime would bring Iran closer to freedom and democracy. From that perspective, President Trump's support for Israel remains one of the most significant and commendable aspects of his Middle East policy. Yet the greatest danger remains. If the regime is given an opportunity to rebuild, neither its terrorist infrastructure nor its ambitions of regional domination will disappear. Within the ideological framework established by Khomeini, hostility toward the United States and Israel remains a central principle. The regime may change its tactics for survival, but it does not abandon its long-term objectives. If Tehran succeeds in buying time and recovering its strength, the same network of Islamist terrorism will reemerge. The regime's "4H" axis — Hamas, Hezbollah, the Houthis and Hashd al-Shaabi — will remain in place alongside other terrorist organizations linked to Tehran's regional strategy. Many Iranians believe the previous Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) strengthened the regime's terrorist infrastructure rather than benefiting ordinary citizens. Critics fear new financial relief will produce the same result. CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINION Ultimately, the issue is not whether an agreement is signed or rejected. The real issue is preventing the reconstruction of the transnational terrorist infrastructure that could once again threaten American interests, U.S. allies and regional stability. Ironically and regrettably, President Trump's willingness to reach another agreement with Tehran demonstrates that there is no genuine desire in Washington to pursue regime change in Iran. Critics argue that peaceful coexistence with this cancerous regime in the heart of the Middle East is simply not possible. In actuality, the regime may change its tactics, but it cannot change its nature. The regime also faces a growing internal crisis, and the forces that fueled the uprising have not disappeared. Many Iranians believe that the aspirations of the protest movement were ultimately ignored and that the current agreement has diverted attention from the central struggle inside Iran. Iran’s future will ultimately be determined not by agreements signed abroad, but by the continuing struggle between a regime fighting for survival and a society demanding political change. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM ERFAN FARD Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38fc231972385678342159 Over-Celebrate the Nation’s 250th? Absolutely, if Kim Smith Has Her Way. te 2026-06-22T09:10:59.788Z Over-Celebrate the Nation’s 250th? Absolutely, if Kim Smith Has Her Way. Ms. Smith, a city worker in Presque Isle, Maine, planned a year’s worth of festivities with a commitment that bordered on obsession. Her approach felt quintessentially American. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38fc101972385678342150 In Utah House Race, Progressives Assail Democrat Who Backed Abortion Restrictions te 2026-06-22T09:10:40.333Z In Utah House Race, Progressives Assail Democrat Who Backed Abortion Restrictions Ben McAdams, a moderate former congressman, faces a handful of left-wing opponents in a rare opportunity for a Democrat to win in a Republican state. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38fbfc1972385678342147 The Dispute Over Events for America’s 250th Birthday, Explained te 2026-06-22T09:10:20.883Z The Dispute Over Events for America’s 250th Birthday, Explained Two national groups, including one backed by President Trump, have planned an array of activities to celebrate the country’s semiquincentennial. States are also hosting many events. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38f76219723856783420c9 Keir Starmer resigns as British prime minister after devastating Labour revolt and local election losses te 2026-06-22T08:50:42.891Z Keir Starmer resigns as British prime minister after devastating Labour revolt and local election losses Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Monday that he will resign following a mounting revolt inside the Labour Party after devastating local election losses, the resignation of government ministers and growing pressure from senior members of his own cabinet. Starmer said he would step down as prime minister and Labour leader after concluding he could no longer unite the party, but is expected to remain in office until a successor is chosen. The resignation follows weeks of turmoil inside Britain’s ruling party after Labour lost roughly 1,500 council seats and control of more than 25 councils in local elections last month, according to reporting from U.K. outlets. The losses were fueled by major gains from Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party in Labour’s traditional strongholds and by Green Party advances in urban areas. FARAGE'S REFORM UK BEATS OUT ESTABLISHMENT PARTIES IN 'EARTHQUAKE' ELECTIONS Starmer’s domestic troubles deepened after a damaging dispute with President Donald Trump over the Iran conflict earlier this year. The British prime minister initially resisted U.S. requests to use British bases during military operations against Iran, prompting Trump to criticize him publicly, saying: "This is not Winston Churchill that we’re dealing with," on March 3. But after initially drawing a hard line, Starmer later approved limited defensive cooperation with the U.S., angering anti-war lawmakers inside his own party while still failing to satisfy critics who accused him of indecision and weak leadership. Public frustration over the episode surfaced in YouGov focus groups and polling commentary, where voters described Starmer as "weak," "indecisive" and overly reactive to Washington. AS EPSTEIN-LINKED APPOINTMENT SPARKS BACKLASH, UK PM STARMER FACES PARTY REVOLT AMID RESIGNATION CALLS The crisis escalated days after the local election results after two Labour ministers resigned publicly and called for a leadership transition. Jess Phillips resigned from her government role after Starmer reportedly refused to step aside during a cabinet meeting. Phillips said Labour needed leadership with more "gusto" and warned the government was failing to deliver the change voters expected, according to The Guardian. Miatta Fahnbulleh also resigned and called for what she described as an "orderly transition," according to U.K. media reports Tuesday. More than 80 Labour MPs publicly called for Starmer to resign, Steven Swinford, political editor at The Times, wrote on X, "What is striking is the fact that they hail from all wings of the party," adding that roughly a third were centrists, while others came from Labour’s soft-left and hard-left factions. Senior cabinet ministers were also reportedly pressuring Starmer privately to establish a timetable for his departure. Senior Labour figures, including Yvette Cooper and Ed Miliband, had urged Starmer to consider stepping aside to avoid further political damage, The Guardian reported.  John Healey defended Starmer publicly before the resignation announcement, saying, "More instability is not in Britain’s interest. Our full focus must be on security." UK TO RELEASE FILES RELATED TO FORMER AMBASSADOR'S JEFFREY EPSTEIN TIES The political crisis also intensified scrutiny over Starmer’s broader leadership and decision-making. His government faced criticism over Britain’s handling of the ongoing U.S.-Iran crisis, with opponents accusing him of appearing indecisive after reports that the U.K. initially resisted some American military requests before partially backtracking. Public frustration over the issue has surfaced in recent polling and voter focus groups published by YouGov. Starmer also faced criticism over his appointment of Peter Mandelson as ambassador to Washington, reviving media scrutiny surrounding Mandelson’s past association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.  Attention now turns to a potentially divisive Labour leadership contest. Wes Streeting is viewed as a leading contender from the party’s centrist wing, while Andy Burnham remains popular among Labour’s grassroots having recently won a seat in Parliament. Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner is also expected to play a major role in shaping the succession battle. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38e9791972385678341f0a Best Bets: Monday, June 22, 2026 te 2026-06-22T07:51:21.225Z Best Bets: Monday, June 22, 2026 Coming Up Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38e9651972385678341f01 Gas prices June 22 te 2026-06-22T07:51:01.257Z Gas prices June 22 National average: $3.97 Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38e9511972385678341ef8 Davis Dam releases for June 22 te 2026-06-22T07:50:41.295Z Davis Dam releases for June 22 Tuesday Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38e4a21972385678341cfa US military conducts strike on another vessel carrying alleged narco-traffickers, killing 2 te 2026-06-22T07:30:42.303Z US military conducts strike on another vessel carrying alleged narco-traffickers, killing 2 The U.S. military on Sunday announced a lethal strike on another vessel in the Caribbean carrying alleged narco-traffickers, killing two people. The U.S. Southern Command said it conducted a "lethal kinetic strike on a vessel operated by Designated Terrorist Organizations" at the direction of the leader of the Southern Command, Gen. Francis L. Donovan of the Marine Corps. The military claimed, citing intelligence, that the vessel "was transiting along known narco-trafficking routes in the Caribbean and was engaged in narco-trafficking operations." ALLEGED NARCO-TERRORISTS KILLED AS US FORCES STRIKE SUSPECTED DRUG-TRAFFICKING VESSEL IN CARIBBEAN There were six male survivors in addition to the two men killed in the strike. "Following the engagement, USSOUTHCOM immediately notified U.S. Coast Guard to activate the Search and Rescue system for the survivors," the military said. This is the latest attack that the Trump administration has said was launched in an attempt to eliminate alleged narco-terrorists, with the death toll in these strikes carried out since September sitting at more than 200. The Pentagon has refused to release the identities of those killed in the strikes since last fall or provide evidence of drugs on board. The administration has been scrutinized in recent months over the strikes by Democrats and even some Republicans, including Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., who has raised concerns about killing people without due process and the possibility of killing innocent people. RAND PAUL SAYS GOP COLLEAGUES 'DON’T GIVE A S‑‑T ABOUT THESE PEOPLE IN THE BOATS': THEY 'SAY THEY’RE PRO-LIFE' "I look at my colleagues who say they’re pro-life, and they value God's inspiration in life, but they don't give a s‑‑- about these people in the boats," Paul said in January. "Are they terrible people in the boats? I don't know. They're probably poor people in Venezuela and Colombia." The senator previously cited Coast Guard statistics that show a significant percentage of boats boarded on suspicion of drug trafficking are innocent. The attacks have also been denounced by human rights groups as "extrajudicial killings." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38dff31972385678341c81 Trump's personal feuds with allies from Italy to Israel reveal how personality drives his foreign policy te 2026-06-22T07:10:43.136Z Trump's personal feuds with allies from Italy to Israel reveal how personality drives his foreign policy Donald Trump has had a falling out with the Italian prime minister.  In fact, as you may have heard, the entire country is angry with the president.  Giorgia Meloni hit back hard, accusing Trump of fabricating a story about her.  Trump had said: "She begged me to take a picture with her. She wanted a picture with me so ​badly. I wouldn’t have taken it, but I felt sorry for her." TRUMP SAYS MELONI 'WANTS TO BE FRIENDS AGAIN' AFTER ITALY REFUSED TO HELP US AMID IRAN WAR "Donald Trump’s statements are completely made up," said the prime minister, who has been an ally. "I am frankly astonished. I don’t ‌know why ⁠the president of the United States behaves like this towards his allies: it is not the first time, moreover... "There is one thing he should remember: Neither I nor Italy ever beg." The flap, which prompted Italy's foreign minister to cancel a planned U.S. visit, underscores how Trump's policies, here and abroad, are driven by personal relationships. TRUMP BLASTS CLOSE ALLY MELONI, SAYS SHE’S FAILING US ON IRAN  What we might view as a harmless bit of embellishment managed to insult an entire country, and alienate one of the few European leaders who has backed the U.S.   In the wake of Trump's memorandum of understanding with Iran, which has been fiercely criticized by Republicans as well as Democrats for making too many concessions, he is taking flak from another ally as well.  Israel's top newspaper, owned by billionaire donor Miriam Adelson, denounced the president. TRUMP DEFENDS WAR DEAL IN MARATHON PRESSER, USING SEMANTICS ON WHY IRAN IS GETTING $300 BILLION The headline: "You could have been the greatest president of all, but you failed." In Israel Hayom, Danny Zaken wrote that Trump "may be remembered forever as the president who brought about America’s humiliation." He added: "You made a colossal mistake. You failed by signing a surrender agreement with a murderous and cruel terror regime... ISRAEL FEARS TRUMP WEARY OF ‘HIGHLY SUSPICIOUS’ NETANYAHU AND COULD 'FLIP' AMID IRAN DEAL: ANALYST "We feel betrayed, nothing less, because your heart was, it seemed, in the right place, with all your flaws." Adelson, an Israeli-American doctor, is the widow of casino magnate Sheldon Adelson. Trump awarded her the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2018, and she has donated massive sums to pro-Trump groups and campaigns.  Trump has been furious with Bibi Netanyahu for continuing to mount attacks in Lebanon, and made sure everyone knew it, with JD Vance joining in publicly scolding Israel. Netanyahu's continued assault on Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon prompted the mullahs to cancel Friday's planned agreement signing with the vice president in Switzerland. CONSERVATIVES RALLY AROUND TRUMP AFTER MEETING WITH ZELENSKYY GOES OFF THE RAILS: 'ABSOLUTE DUMBA--' Perhaps the most dramatic, live-action clash with another foreign leader came last year when Trump unloaded on Volodymyr Zelenskyy, canceled their planned lunch and booted him out of the White House. Zelenskyy, who was also lectured by Vance, didn't help things by taking the bait and responding back in prickly fashion. The president was more resistant after that to aiding Ukraine in the war against the invading Russians, though his strong relationship with Vladimir Putin was likely a significant factor as well. Trump and Zelenskyy have since repaired their relationship, and met at the G-7 summit in France.  By contrast, charming the president can also be effective. When Zohran Mamdani was running for New York mayor, Trump constantly attacked him, threatening to withhold federal funds and deploy federal troops if the Muslim socialist was elected. DAVID MARCUS: MR. MAMDANI GOES TO WASHINGTON BETWEEN ROCK AND HARD PLACE He called Mamdani a "communist lunatic" who hates the police and Jewish people, declaring "we're not going to ruin one of our great cities… We will clean up the crime in about 30 days." But when Mamdani came to the White House after the election, the tone was strikingly positive.   "I met with a man who's a very rational person. I met with a man who wants to see – really wants to see – New York be great again," Trump said. "I'll be cheering for him." MAMDANI, PRESIDENT TRUMP HAVE BEEN TEXTING AT LEAST TWICE A WEEK — AS UNLIKELY BROMANCE BLOSSOMS: SOURCES The president added:  "We agree on a lot more than I would have thought I want him to do a great job, and we'll help him do a great job." Mamdani, who had previously called Trump a "fascist" and "despot," also praised their conversation. TOP DEMS WHO EXCHANGE TRASH-TALK WITH TRUMP PUBLICLY TURN SURPRISINGLY FRIENDLY IN PRIVATE MEETINGS  At a second meeting, the mayor pitched the president on a massive housing project in Queens, where Trump grew up and which Mamdani represented as an assemblyman.   Mamdani gave Trump a fake New York Daily News front page that depicted the president as a champion builder who could make a lasting difference in New York. They have since clashed on several issues but have quietly been texting each other. For Trump, there is no line between policy and personality. When vowing to use military force if necessary to seize Greenland, an autonomous Danish territory, he threatened to impose a 10% tariff on goods from Denmark and seven other European countries opposing the effort. This was partly a result of the Danish prime minister insisting she would not be blackmailed. As for the feud between Trump and Giorgia Meloni, both sides escalated their rhetoric over the weekend: The president posted:  "She wouldn’t even let us use Italy’s landing strips or runways, a great logistical inconvenience, and this despite the fact the U.S. contributes hundreds of Billions of Dollars a year to protect Italy, and other ‘so-called’ NATO Allies. Now, after the United States defeated Iran militarily, she wants to be friends again in order to get her ‘numbers up.’ No thanks!!!" TRUMP ‘RIGHT TO BE OUTRAGED’ BY EUROPE’S BETRAYAL ON IRAN, SAYS FORMER THATCHER ADVISOR  Meloni called the president’s attacks "senseless," saying: "As for my popularity, being your friend has certainly not helped it, nor does it depend on my relationship with you… I suggest you focus on yours." It’s like a schoolyard fight in which both brawlers want the last word. All politics, of course, turns on relationships to some degree. When a candidate is seeking an endorsement or a lawmaker is courting colleagues on a bill, a backslapping approach definitely helps.   But with Donald Trump, it's the driving force in how he does business, period, and those who anger or irritate him quickly learn there are negative consequences. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38d1cc1972385678341a98 Embattled Superintendent of Los Angeles School District Resigns te 2026-06-22T06:10:20.826Z Embattled Superintendent of Los Angeles School District Resigns Alberto Carvalho resigned Sunday, months after the F.B.I. raided his home and office. He came to Los Angeles from Miami with a reputation for raising student test scores but also made missteps. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38cac419723856783419b5 Ethan Thornton is trying to do everything all at once te 2026-06-22T05:40:20.051Z Ethan Thornton is trying to do everything all at once Mach's approach differs sharply from some of its peers. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38c883197238567834198f NYPD cop shoots suspect attempting to flee in stolen vehicle, officials say te 2026-06-22T05:30:43.542Z NYPD cop shoots suspect attempting to flee in stolen vehicle, officials say A New York City Police Department officer on Sunday shot a driver who was attempting to evade cops after the vehicle was reportedly stolen, according to authorities. A silver Kia Sportage was reported stolen from the Bronx and tracked through license plate readers before it was later located by police as the driver was traveling along West Fordham Road. Officers attempted to pull over the driver and repeatedly ordered the driver and passenger to step out of the vehicle. REPEAT OFFENDER WITH 19 FELONIES BUSTED AFTER WILD CAUGHT-ON-CAMERA CHASE: POLICE The driver allegedly reversed the car and struck multiple officers and an unmarked police vehicle before driving forward and hitting another cop. "As members of the NYPD were around the car, the driver of the stolen vehicle put the car into reverse, hitting one member, hitting one of the unmarked vehicles, and ultimately hitting … multiple members of the NYPD. He then put the Kia into drive and turned the wheels of the Kia to the right, where Sergeant was standing. He drove the car into the sergeant who was thrown to the ground," said Aneudy Castillo, assistant chief and commanding officer of Patrol Borough Bronx North. As the driver continued attempting to leave the area, an officer on top of a nearby vehicle opened fire and struck the driver. The driver was transported to Saint Barnabas Hospital in stable condition. The cops involved in the incident were also taken to local hospitals in stable condition. CHILDREN AMONG 6 WOUNDED IN MARYLAND MASS SHOOTING AS DETECTIVES WORK TO DETERMINE WHAT OCCURRED Charges against the driver of the stolen vehicle are pending. The incident was captured on body-worn camera footage and remains under investigation. The suspect who was driving the stolen vehicle was arrested in February for shooting another man, police said. He was charged with multiple felonies, including attempted felony assault, reckless endangerment and criminal possession of a firearm. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38c3d119723856783418d1 NAU narrows down finalists for athletic director role, decision imminent te 2026-06-22T05:10:41.964Z NAU narrows down finalists for athletic director role, decision imminent An active FCS athletic director and senior administrators from the MAC and Big 12 are finalists for the NAU athletic director job. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a389e5219723856783407c5 Keep pets safe in summer heat te 2026-06-22T02:30:42.220Z Keep pets safe in summer heat With the arrival of summer in the Valley, rising temperatures can present life-threatening dangers for pets. As residents gear up for the heat, the Arizona Humane Society is urging pet owners to consider the Three Ps of Heat Safety: PAWse – Always check the pavement before heading outside. If it’s too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for their paws. This is true even after sundown. Plan – Create a plan around your pet’s exercise and activity. Schedule walks during cooler hours early in the morning or late at night, provide plenty of refreshing water and implement fun indoor enrichment activities. Protect – Never leave your pet in a hot car, research pet-safe sunscreen for shorthair breeds and think about booties to shield their feet from sweltering surfaces. If you will be outdoors with your pet, it is also important to know the signs of heat stroke, which include red gums and tongue, low, rapid panting, excessive/lack of drool, rapid pulse, excessive thirst, vomiting or diarrhea, glazed eyes, elevated temperature, weakness or collapse, seizures, and unconsciousness. If these symptoms are present, call your vet. Move your pet to a cool place and place a cool wet cloth on their belly, ears, paws and neck, and direct a fan to blow on your pet. Do not force water, leave your pet alone or use cold water to cool your pet, which may lead to shock. Find additional heat safety tips at www.azhumane.org/heat-safety-tips-for-pets to help ensure your furry family members stay healthy and happy this summer. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3899ca19723856783406f0 Major dispute to threaten Trump's Iran deal over billions in frozen Tehran funds: expert te 2026-06-22T02:11:22.612Z Major dispute to threaten Trump's Iran deal over billions in frozen Tehran funds: expert As U.S. and Iranian negotiators met in Switzerland on Sunday, a regional analyst warned that a dispute over billions in potentially unfrozen Iranian assets could quickly test the durability of a fledgling interim agreement. The disagreement is emerging, they say, as Washington and Tehran begin implementing the memorandum of understanding signed June 17, with negotiators holding the first round of talks at Bürgenstock, near Lucerne, Switzerland. According to Iran International, President Masoud Pezeshkian had signaled Tehran's expectations early Sunday, saying, "$6 billion of our funds in Qatar will be returned. Trump, who tried to deny Iran its rights, acknowledged them in his recent speech." The dispute traces back to discussions at the G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, where world leaders debated the issue. TRUMP DEFENDS WAR DEAL IN MARATHON PRESSER, USING SEMANTICS ON WHY IRAN IS GETTING $300 BILLION "We have taken their money, it isn't our money, it is their money, and we froze it," President Donald Trump said. "At a certain point in time, I guess we're going to have to give it back." He also stressed that any access to the funds remains strictly conditional, writing on Truth Social that Iran would receive "not ten cents" during the 60-day negotiation period if it failed to uphold its commitments. "There are effectively two competing narratives about the frozen funds," Alex Vatanka, a senior fellow at the Middle East Institute, told Fox News Digital. "Releasing frozen assets is not simply an economic question. It is one of the central political tests of trust between Tehran and Washington and will likely become one of the first major implementation disputes in the weeks ahead," Vatanka added. Paragraph 11 of the MOU framework states that the United States "undertakes to make fully available" restricted and frozen Iranian funds. However, the agreement ties any release of funds to a step-by-step process based on compliance, rather than granting immediate, unrestricted access. BIDEN ADMIN EXTENDS $10B IRAN SANCTIONS WAIVER 2 DAYS AFTER TRUMP ELECTION WIN "First, there remains considerable uncertainty over the total amount of Iranian assets frozen abroad," Vatanka said. "Iranian officials often speak of more than $100 billion, while Western estimates range higher. The immediate negotiations, however, appear focused on securing access to roughly $24 billion to $25 billion as an initial tranche." Iran's frozen assets are widely estimated at between $100 billion and $120 billion and held under sanctions and financial restrictions in countries including China, India, Iraq and South Korea, according to reporting by the Wall Street Journal. Vatanka said the central dispute extends beyond the size of the payout. "The real dispute is not simply about how much money Iran receives, but who ultimately controls how it is spent." "Iranian officials are emphasizing sovereignty over the funds, while the United States is trying to preserve leverage by attaching conditions to their use," he added as talks got underway Sunday. In a statement on X, Qatar's Foreign Ministry said the talks are aimed at reaching a comprehensive and lasting agreement covering all elements of the framework. Spokesman Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari said technical teams were negotiating the final deal while oversight groups would monitor implementation and track progress. The U.S. and Qatar are exploring a mechanism to channel an initial $6 billion toward humanitarian purchases, including food and medicine, according to reports. US ECONOMIC CHOKEHOLD ON IRAN REACHES PEAK LEVERAGE AS COLLAPSE RISKS EMERGE However, Western intelligence officials remain concerned that unfrozen funds could be diverted to regional conflicts rather than domestic development projects. Reuters reported that Iran has already signaled to Hezbollah that increased financial support could resume if Tehran's cash flow improves. "This issue also has an important regional dimension," Vatanka said. "Iran has pledged to direct a portion of those reconstruction funds toward supporting its weakened proxy network in Lebanon." "The United States has insisted that Iran cannot use any unfrozen assets to fund terrorist organizations, warning that access to the funds would be revoked if Tehran violates the terms of the agreement," he added. Vatanka said the two sides also remain divided over the broader purpose of the agreement. "Tehran is presenting the roughly $25 billion as money that will be released gradually and invested in rebuilding the country's infrastructure, with officials talking about roads, airports, transport corridors and projects that visibly benefit ordinary Iranians." "Washington, however, appears to be describing something much narrower," Vatanka added. "U.S. officials have indicated they want the funds released through controlled mechanisms, primarily for humanitarian and other approved civilian purchases, rather than giving Tehran unrestricted access." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3899b619723856783406dd cal insurance te 2026-06-22T02:11:02.131Z cal insurance From left, David Webb talks to Christy McCurdy, a registered nurse, at Hope Clinic in San Jose on Dec. 2, 2019. The clinic provides assistance such as addiction treatment and monitoring chronic conditions to formerly homeless. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3899a219723856783406d4 ballot counter te 2026-06-22T02:10:42.168Z ballot counter Ballot processor Elijah Thornabar organizes mail-in ballots at the Sacramento County Voter Registration and Elections office in Sacramento on June 2, 2026. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3894f21972385678340648 NY Times torched for Father’s Day ‘trans dad’ article critics say shows paper is ‘corrupting our children' te 2026-06-22T01:50:42.745Z NY Times torched for Father’s Day ‘trans dad’ article critics say shows paper is ‘corrupting our children' The New York Times is facing backlash after publishing a Father’s Day guest essay about a transgender parent who described learning how to be a "trans dad." The essay, titled "To My Daughter, My Gender Was Never Complicated," was published Sunday morning and presented in comic-strip form. It was written by Zach Ellams, a biological woman who identifies as a male, and focuses on Ellams’ experience raising a daughter while navigating questions about gender. Several illustrations show the child asking direct questions in everyday settings. "How long did you have breasts for, Dad?" the daughter asks in one panel as the two walk down the street. NY TIMES HAMMERED FOR ARTICLE REFERRING TO BIOLOGICAL WOMEN AS ‘NON-TRANSGENDER WOMEN’ In another scene at a pool, the child asks, "How did you grow a mustache if you were a lady?" A separate panel shows the daughter on a playground telling another child, "I want to grow a beard when I grow up." "You can’t grow a beard. You’re a girl," the other child replies. "My dad did, and he was a girl," Ellams’ daughter says. The essay suggests the child accepts Ellams’ gender identity with ease, helping the author more fully "embrace" who they are. Critics, however, blasted The Times for choosing to publish the piece on Father’s Day. LIZ PEEK: THE TRANS FEVER IS OVER — AND AMERICA IS RECKONING WITH THE DAMAGE DONE "The New York Times published cartoons about being a trans dad for Father’s Day," Katie Miller, podcaster and former Department of Government Efficiency aide, wrote on X, "This is how they envision corrupting our children." Sean Davis, CEO and co-founder of The Federalist, accused the paper of using Father’s Day to celebrate "playing daddy dress-up" as the "true embodiment of fatherhood." "The New York Times celebrated Father’s Day by saluting the real heroes: left-wing gender goblins who think mentally ill women mutilating themselves, mainlining hormone injections, and playing daddy dress-up are the true embodiment of fatherhood," Davis wrote. "On Father’s Day, the New York Times is celebrating gender confused mothers. Wokeness may be limping a bit from injuries, but it isn’t dead," Seth Dillon, CEO of The Babylon Bee, wrote. Tim Young, a media fellow for strategic communications at The Heritage Foundation, also criticized the piece. LEFT-WING GOVERNOR RIPPED FOR ‘INSANE’ ANSWER ON WHETHER HE’D SUPPORT MINOR SON’S GENDER TRANSITION "The New York Times reminds us all that they hate actual fathers on Fathers Day," Young wrote. The Father’s Day controversy came the same day President Donald Trump separately ripped the news outlet on Truth Social over its coverage of Iran. "The way the Corrupt and Failing New York Times is covering stories on a very battered and beat up Iran, through FAKE & MADE UP "FACTS" is, in my opinion, 'TREASONOUS.' I will be adding all of their false and ridiculous reporting to my multi Billion Dollar lawsuit against them. They are Criminals!" Trump wrote. The latest backlash adds to a string of recent controversies involving The Times, including criticism earlier this year over an opinion column by Nicholas Kristof that drew condemnation from critics and the Israel Foreign Ministry. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3892c319723856783405f8 Georgia pair charged with murder after bartender's dismembered remains found in lake outside Atlanta te 2026-06-22T01:41:23.920Z Georgia pair charged with murder after bartender's dismembered remains found in lake outside Atlanta A Georgia pair have been charged with murder after allegedly slaughtering a bartender and dumping his dismembered remains in a lake, according to authorities. Mario Andre Barber, 46, and Brittany Amber Baker, 42, were arrested on Monday for allegedly murdering Jamal Rashad Parker, 37, in a home outside of Atlanta, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office said in a press release. Investigators discovered Parker’s remains in May in the Dog River Reservoir, located about 30 miles outside Atlanta. Parker's identity was confirmed using DNA comparison technology after his father contacted authorities to report that the victim’s tattoos matched his son's ink, local station WSB-TV reported. MINNESOTA MAN ACCUSED OF DISMEMBERING GIRLFRIENDS, HIDING BODIES IN STORAGE UNITS ENTERS PLEA Investigators believe the two suspects killed Parker inside a home in Douglasville where Baker lived. Late last month, investigators were observed leaving the home with a reciprocating saw and cleaning supplies, according to WSB-TV. Police have not disclosed if Parker knew his alleged killers. However, a GoFundMe created by a family member described the pair as "people he knew and trusted." SUZANNE SIMPSON'S DNA FOUND ON MURDER SUSPECT HUSBAND'S SAW THAT CAN CUT METAL The suspects pleaded not guilty in court on Tuesday and are being held without bond. Both have lengthy criminal records, according to reports. "I want them to be punished. And I don’t even think a life sentence is good enough," Parker’s dad, Charles Parker, told WSB-TV outside the courthouse. "It’s the kind of stuff you see on TV, but I mean ... they had no remorse," he added. In addition to bartending at Ms. Icey’s Kitchen & Bar in Atlanta, the victim was a musician and artist with "a beautiful soul and spirit," according to the GoFundMe page created to cover burial costs. "He loved life and the people he met along his journey in life. He was a musical artist, visual artist, and a professional bartender who enjoyed creating new drinks. This has totally devastated our family and friends and has left us heartbroken," the fundraiser reads. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38928719723856783405d8 ‘The world knows we exist now’: Cape Verde fans lure neutral spectators to their side. te 2026-06-22T01:40:23.519Z ‘The world knows we exist now’: Cape Verde fans lure neutral spectators to their side. Dancing exuberantly in the bleachers and teaching the crowd Cape Verde chants. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38905519723856783405ab Southwest jet struck by ground equipment vehicle at Memphis airport te 2026-06-22T01:31:01.496Z Southwest jet struck by ground equipment vehicle at Memphis airport A ground equipment vehicle struck a Southwest Airlines plane as passengers were boarding on Sunday. The incident happened at Memphis International Airport in Tennessee, an airline spokesperson told Fox News Digital. Southwest said Flight 4013 was taken out of service following the contact. However, no injuries were reported. "Southwest Flight 4013 was contacted by a ground equipment vehicle during boarding today at Memphis International Airport," the airline said. AIRPLANE WING STRIKES TUG VEHICLE AT CHICAGO AIRPORT, LEAVING DRIVER HOSPITALIZED The airport confirmed the incident in a statement to Fox News Digital, describing it as an isolated matter. "Memphis Shelby County Airport Authority can confirm that an isolated incident occurred today at Memphis International Airport," the airport said. SOUTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT BOUND FOR MEXICO RETURNS TO HOUSTON AFTER 'ENGINE ISSUE' Passengers were directed to board an alternate aircraft to reach their destination, Southwest said. While a spokesperson said the "alternate plane will operate the route to Dallas," the company’s website listed Flight 4013 as resuming service to Harry Reid International Airport in the Las Vegas area. Passengers reportedly departed nearly four hours behind schedule, and the flight was scheduled to arrive around 5:30 p.m. instead of 1:50 p.m. Southwest said an investigation of the incident is underway. "The event will be investigated through our comprehensive Safety Management System," the airline said. "Nothing is more important to Southwest than the Safety of its Customers and Employees." Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38904219723856783405a2 James Van Der Beek's wife honors 'magnificent' late husband on first Father's Day since his death te 2026-06-22T01:30:42.047Z James Van Der Beek's wife honors 'magnificent' late husband on first Father's Day since his death James Van Der Beek's wife Kimberly Van Der Beek shared a heartfelt tribute to the late actor on the first Father's Day since his passing. "The Dawson's Creek" star died in February at the age of 48 after a battle with stage 3 colorectal cancer. On Sunday, June 21, Kimberly honored James in an Instagram post, featuring a slideshow in which the actor was pictured with their six children over the years. "Missing you so much and thinking of how magnificent you were in every single way today. And somehow, from the other side? You continue to parent. You're a marvel. 🩵" Kimberly wrote in the caption. Kimberly's carousel included individual photos of James with each of their children, including daughters Olivia, 15, Annabel, 12, Emilia, 10 and Gwendolyn, 8 and sons Joshua, 14 and Jeremiah, 4. She also posted group photos of James with their children, including one in which they were seen cuddling in bed and another in which they struck playful poses on a sunny day. BRUCE WILLIS' WIFE CONFESSES SHE 'WANTS IT ALL BACK' IN RAW FATHER'S DAY TRIBUTE TO ACTOR In one photo, the entire Van Der Beek family beamed while sitting together on a boat. Kimberly also shared two photos of herself with her late husband. James and Kimberly, (née Brook), first met while they were both vacationing in Israel in 2009. The couple tied the knot on Aug. 1, 2010, during a small ceremony in Tel Aviv, Israel, at the Kabbalah Centre near Dizengoff Square.  In February, Kimberly revealed that she and James held a "simple and beautiful and moving" vow renewal ceremony attended by close family and friends, with some joining via Zoom shortly before the actor's death. JAMES VAN DER BEEK'S FRIENDS SHARE 'SACRED' FINAL MOMENTS WITH HIM BEFORE HIS DEATH AT 48 "We decided two days beforehand and our friends got us new rings, filled our bedroom with flowers and candles and we renewed our vows from bed," she told People magazine at the time. James revealed that he had been diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer in November 2024, more than a year before his death. He had first received his diagnosis in August 2023 but initially did not share it with the public. On Feb. 11, Kimberly announced his death in a statement shared on James' official Instagram account. "Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this morning," a statement read. "He met his final days with courage, faith, and grace. There is much to share regarding his wishes, love for humanity and the sacredness of time. Those days will come. For now we ask for peaceful privacy as we grieve our loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend." ERIKA KIRK OPENS UP ABOUT GRIEF AND FAITH AT CHRISTMAS: ‘LIFE IS DIFFERENT NOW’ To honor what would have been James' 49th birthday on March 8, Kimberly shared a video recorded by their daughter Emilia in a post on social media.  "As you all know probably now, my dad has passed away, but I'm just going to tell you little tips, or anything that helps you getting through anybody you love who's passing," Emilia began. "So today is my dad's birthday, and the No. 1 thing for somebody's passing is to talk to them and let your emotions out. If you miss them, you can cry, you can talk to them. I talk to my dad every day and I start with a sentence and I say, ‘Hi dad, I miss you and I love you so much, and I’ll never stop loving you.'" JAMES VAN DER BEEK'S FAMILY RAISES OVER $2M AS HOLLYWOOD STARS DONATE BIG AFTER ACTOR'S DEATH "And I just tell him about my day, how I'm feeling, and I tell my family how I'm feeling, and I know he can hear me, but I can't hear him. My mom can," she continued. "You just, you have to feel them in your heart, because they're in your heart. They're watching over you. They are a part of your body, and in a good place. I know that my dad's in a good place. He's not in pain anymore. He's in heaven." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Emilia noted that her dad is "above the clouds with God," and told her mother's followers that it was OK to cry.  "Be sad because you miss them. You can be angry but don't blame yourself. Blaming yourself — it's not a good strategy for someone's passing," she said. "And if somebody also lost their dog, or like, somebody they love, and you did too, and they try to tell you, ‘I know how you feel. I felt worse.' They don’t know how you feel." LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS  "Everybody has different emotions in their body and they express it in different ways, many, many different ways." "Something my dad told me was, if this didn't work out the way he wanted it to and the way we wanted it to, for him living, I still have to believe in miracles," Emilia added. "Miracles can still happen just later on in life, and they'll keep coming. But maybe when you want them to come, they might not. But if they do pass, if they do go — just remember, they have some work to do on the other side." Emilia said she prays to her dad, and knows that "he was a good man." She kept one of his hats because it smelled like the "Varsity Blues" actor. "A lot of people loved him, and people prayed for him, and he was loved by many, many hearts and many, many people," she said. Fox News Digital's Tracy Wright contributed to this report. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38892519723856783404bc Tornadoes Reported in Southern Illinois Leave Trail of Damage te 2026-06-22T01:00:21.309Z Tornadoes Reported in Southern Illinois Leave Trail of Damage By Sunday night, there had already been at least 13 reports of tornadic activity or damage, a meteorologist said. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a3886e21972385678340485 Tim Howard calls it 'impossible' for the USMNT to win the 2026 World Cup despite strong start te 2026-06-22T00:50:42.645Z Tim Howard calls it 'impossible' for the USMNT to win the 2026 World Cup despite strong start Former U.S. men’s national team goalkeeper Tim Howard understands the early success this group has in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but he doesn’t think they will be hoisting any trophy by the end of the tournament. In fact, Howard believes it’s "impossible" for them to win the World Cup. "The U.S. cannot, unequivocally, win the World Cup," he said on his "Unfiltered Soccer" podcast alongside former USMNT teammate Landon Donovan. "The U.S. will have to play the greatest game they’ve ever played…four games in a row. Round of 16, quarterfinals, semifinals, finals. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "It’s literally impossible for the U.S. to win the World Cup. That’s just the reality." Donovan, though, was a bit more optimistic than the Hall of Fame goalie. "Can we? Yes. Has this group proven they can beat a top team? No," Donovan added. "If they play the way they’re playing, they can absolutely compete with any team in this World Cup. For sure." USA WORLD CUP TEAM CLINCHES SPOT IN KNOCKOUT STAGE AFTER ANOTHER HISTORIC PERFORMANCE VS AUSTRALIA Thus far, the USMNT has had strong victories against Paraguay, a 4-1 victory that marked the most goals scored by Team USA in a World Cup match. Then, they followed it up with a commanding 2-0 win over Australia this past Friday to notch a spot in the knockout rounds. Donovan believes Mauricio Pochettino’s group is building momentum, which could ultimately help them make that Cinderella run. "I’ve said this over and over. Can you do it four times in a row? Can you do it in the round of 16, the quarter, the semi, the final. That is where it gets really hard," Donovan explained. "But momentum gets going, you never know." The USMNT still has one more Group D match to go, as they face Türkiye on Thursday, which will only impact who they will face in the new round of 32. It’s a new format for the World Cup, as they expanded group from 32 to 48 teams has now led to a round of 32 instead of the usual round of 16. The top two teams of each group, as well as the top eight third-place teams, will be heading for the knockout rounds. While this game technically doesn’t matter for the U.S., Pochettino will surely be stressing its importance to continue building on the momentum they’ve created throughout their first two matches. Also, the status of Christian Pulisic, the team’s superstar midfielder who sat out against Australia due to a left calf injury, will be under a microscope once again heading into the final group stage match. Considering the spot in the knockout stage is secured, it will be interesting to see if Pochettino decides to be cautious and sit Pulisic once more to ensure he’s ready for the elimination game. Can they make a run in those games and shock Howard with a run to the final? The sky is the limit for this group that has made a statement thus far. 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/6a38824619723856783403ec Katy Perry snubs famous exes before sweet nod to Justin Trudeau in cheeky onstage moment te 2026-06-22T00:31:02.020Z Katy Perry snubs famous exes before sweet nod to Justin Trudeau in cheeky onstage moment Katy Perry made her feelings about her past relationships clear during a recent concert as she took not-so-subtle swipes at some of her famous exes, including Orlando Bloom and John Mayer. While headlining the O Son do Camiño festival in Santiago de Compostela, Spain on Thursday, the 40-year-old pop star made playful jabs at several former flames as part of an onstage stunt while highlighting her current romance with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. During a performance of her hit 2019 song "Never Really Over," Perry sang and danced in front of a giant smartphone prop that displayed incoming calls from some of her exes, per videos shared on social media. NEWLY SINGLE KATY PERRY ENJOYS INTIMATE DINNER WITH FORMER CANADIAN PRIME MINISTER DURING WORLD TOUR BREAK When the screen showed a call coming in from Diplo, the "Firework" hitmaker nervously hit the "Decline" button several times before covering her eyes and strutting away from the phone. Perry briefly dated the DJ in 2014 after the pair were linked at Coachella during a break in the singer's relationship with Mayer. In a 2017 appearance on "The Late Late Show with James Corden," Perry placed Diplo behind Bloom and Mayer when asked to rank her exes' performances in the bedroom. Diplo later laughed off Perry's ranking, joking on social media that he had won the "bronze medal in the sex Olympics." KELSEA BALLERINI DEFENDS EX MORGAN EVANS AFTER FANS SHOUT OBSCENITIES ABOUT HIM DURING CONCERT The phone prop next displayed an incoming call from a contact labeled "JM," seemingly referring to Mayer, whom Perry dated on and off for nearly three years between 2012 and 2015. Perry turned around and walked back to the phone before holding her hand up and backing away. Perry then ignored a call from a contact named "OB," wagging her finger and striking a pose. "OB" was an apparent reference to her ex-fiance Orlando Bloom. The former couple were together for nearly a decade after first meeting in 2016. Following a 2017 split, the two reconciled the following year and announced their engagement in 2019. Perry and the "Pirates of the Caribbean" star, who share daughter Daisy Dove, 5, ended their relationship in June 2025. ORLANDO BLOOM ARRIVES SOLO FOR JEFF BEZOS, LAUREN SANCHEZ WEDDING AMID KATY PERRY SPLIT REPORTS Perry concluded her performance of "Never Really Over" with a sweet nod to Trudeau. After the exes' calls were rejected, another caller named "JPJT" appeared on the screen. The contact appeared to refer to Trudeau's full name Justin Pierre James Trudeau and it was accompanied by emojis of a Canadian flag and a red heart. The singer emphatically held the "Accept" button as the song ended and fans cheered. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER Perry and Trudeau first sparked romance rumors when they were spotted dining together in July 2025 at Le Violon in Montréal. Days after their dinner date, Trudeau attended the "Teenage Dream" crooner's sold-out concert in Canada. KATY PERRY AND JUSTIN TRUDEAU PACK ON THE PDA IN AFFECTIONATE RED CARPET DEBUT AT TRIBECA FESTIVAL  The duo went public with their relationship in December 2025. Earlier this month, Perry and Trudeau made their red carpet debut together during the Tribeca Festival as they cozied up for photographers at the premiere of "Katy Perry: The Lifetimes Tour - Live from Paris" in New York City, LIKE WHAT YOU’RE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS In an interview with People magazine at the event, Perry gushed over her boyfriend while discussing her new concert film. "I feel like a more grounded person in so many aspects of my life," Perry said. "I am very in love. And actually, that show was after I met the love of my life, and so I felt very anchored by that, because I'm a little bit like a rainbow kite." "I fly super high and touch the veil ... cosmos ... and sometimes I need to be anchored. So, to have that anchor finally makes me feel really whole now," she added. Last week, the couple were spotted sharing kisses while on a picnic in Santa Barbara, California ahead of their one-year anniversary. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/post/6a38823219723856783403e3 Elon Musk 'needs to answer' for 4.5 million kids 'sentenced to death' over DOGE cuts, Ro Khanna argues te 2026-06-22T00:30:42.555Z Elon Musk 'needs to answer' for 4.5 million kids 'sentenced to death' over DOGE cuts, Ro Khanna argues Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk will need to be investigated for the "4.5 million children" whom he "possibly sentenced to death" through his spending cuts, Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., argued Saturday. Khanna suggested that the Democratic Party take initiative to hold Musk accountable if they were to regain control over the House of Representatives or the Senate. "I do believe once we take power, there needs to be accountability," Khanna said on the "I've Had It" podcast. "There needs to be accountability for Elon Musk. You know, they’re celebrating that he created 4,400 millionaires, but they don’t talk about the 4.5 million children around the world who he possibly sentenced to death by dismantling USAID." MAMDANI’S ‘COGE’ ROLLOUT GETS DOGE’S ATTENTION AFTER CRITICS SAY HE RIPPED OFF ELON MUSK Khanna continued, "He needs to answer for that. He needs to be subpoenaed. He needs to face investigation. He needs to answer for what he did with DOGE [Department of Government Efficiency]. It's not just 'let's move on.'" Host Jennifer Welch agreed with the idea of investigating Musk, claiming that he was responsible for "killing" millions through DOGE's government spending cuts. "I love that we need to keep pushing the talking point that you just had that we don't need to celebrate Elon Musk making other people millionaires. If you are the party of pro-life like you say you are, MAGA, he’s killing millions of the poorest people on the planet," Welch said. "So I think that hypocrisy there is really stunning." ELON MUSK SENT GAD SAAD A CRYPTIC LATE NIGHT TEXT THAT LED TO A SECRET CANYON RENDEZVOUS Fox News Digital reached out to Khanna's office, Tesla and SpaceX for comment. Democratic politicians and mainstream media renewed their criticism against Musk after he became the world's first trillionaire through SpaceX's record-breaking IPO earlier this month, cementing Musk's status as the world's richest man. SEATTLE MAYOR SHRUGS OFF MILLIONAIRE-TAX CONCERNS AS 44% OF BUSINESS LEADERS CONSIDER LEAVING Khanna has also encouraged a massive new tax proposal called the "Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act," targeting wealthy men like Musk with a direct 5% annual wealth tax on assets, not just income, exceeding $1 billion.  "We have a deep economic divide in this country. On one side, places like Silicon Valley are generating extreme wealth. On the other side, families are struggling to cover the cost of health care, housing, and basic needs. We can tax billionaires a modest amount to make sure everyone has a fair chance while keeping our innovative engine," Khanna said in a press release in March. Andhra Pradesh, Telangana https://meenews.co/home